Why he's my favorite duke: Roderick and Georgia's love is truly a story of love
defying society's conventions, and they have to fight hard for their happily
ever after. Roderick's devotion to Georgia made me love him even more.
Why he's my favorite duke: This book is probably the reason I have a thing for
the rule-following, restrained hero who refuses to admit that passion could ever
change his life. I absolutely adored the chemistry between "opposites attract"
Simon and Juliana, and this was one of the first books I read where I really got
caught up in the story and found myself breathlessly reading the next page. I
loved Simon's dedication to his family, and his struggle between following his
logic, or his heart.
Why he's my favorite duke: Avendale is a tortured hero who plays the debauched
rogue, but when he meets the heroine and her little band of misfits, he's
changed from a selfish to a selfless man. When he falls in love with the
heroine, his actions are gut wrenchingly romantic.
Why he's my favorite duke: Inheriting the title of his despicable cousin was bad
enough. But being forced to step in and marry the man's fiancรฉe was even worse.
Or so he thought. His gentleness, his patience, and care with an emotionally
wounded heroine made me adore him. I love an attentive hero and lover.
Why he's my favorite duke: He's American, he's a horse breeder and trainer, he
has no idea if he's up to the job of being a duke or if he can stand it after
the ease and informality of his life-to-date. He falls for the dowager duchess's
companion Meredith, and despite all the reasons he should not marry a girl of
murky but definitely not high birth, he can't resist her. For her part, Meredith
grows bolder and bolder as she seeks out the truth about herself, and decides
she will risk everything to be with James. I seriously ❤️ that book.
Erica Ridley:
Favorite Duke: Jered Marcus Benton, the Duke of Bradford
Why he's my favorite duke: He was the first Regency duke I encountered. Although
it's been years since I read this romance, Julie Garwood was my gateway to
full-on Regency addiction, and my first autobuy author whose books I read and
re-read until the spines practically fell apart.
Why he's my favorite duke: As the mother of a son with disabilities, I was moved
by Ewan's strength and courage as he overcame extreme odds related to being born
mute at a time when disabilities were not well understood or accepted. I also
adore a good friends to lovers story, and the romance in The Silent Duke was
both sweet and steamy :)
Darcy Burke:
Favorite Duke: Jordan Townsende, Duke of Hawthorne
Why he's my favorite duke: Jordan is the consummate dark, alpha hero, completely
swoonworthy with a killer backstory to boot. His heroine, Alexandra, is the
complete opposite and they have the best meet cute.
Why he's my favorite duke: Rein Montgomery is a man born and raised a duke, but
to inherit his uncle's fortune he must live the life of a commoner for one
month. What makes him one of my all-time favorite dukes is what he does when his
time in St. Giles is upโhe takes the woman he loves with him. He is certainly a
rogue, but a rascal he is not!
Why he's my favorite duke: Michael Durant is, by all accounts, a cynical and
ruthless man. He makes his way in life doing things most upstanding gentlemen
would never considerโฆbut his reasons are pure, despite is rough exterior.
Thankfully, there is one woman who understands his dark ways, and love him
still. Michael is as swoonworthy as heroes come.
Enjoy eight historical romances from bestselling authors, featuring dashing,
roguish dukes who are willing to risk it all to get the lady their heart
desires. When these powerful, bold men take a chance on love, nothing can stop
them.
THE FORBIDDEN DUKE by Darcy Burke The Forbidden Duke helps ruined
Eleanor find a second chance for happiness. What will she say when she learns of
the role he played in her downfall?
THE DUKE WHO KNEW TOO MUCH by Grace Callaway A spinster and rake
join forces to catch a murderer. Wills clash and passion flares; will they risk
all for loveโ before it's too late?
THE DUKE'S MATCH GIRL by Lila DiPasqua The only woman Leo, Duke of
Mont-Marly, has ever yearned for is the adorably unconventional beauty who got
away. Suzanne creates and selling matchsticks, elixirs for the illโฆand is still
so damned alluring. Leo is determined to give her a Christmas beyond her wildest
imagination...
WAITING FOR A DUKE LIKE YOU by Shana Galen Pursued by assassins,
Princess Vivienne of Glynaven escapes to England. The Duke of Wyndover aids her,
but is he the man she's been waiting for?
WHEN I MET MY DUCHESS by Caroline Linden The Duke of Wessex
realizes he's about to marry the wrong woman when he meets his bride's
sisterโฆand the wedding may become a scandal.
I SPY A DUKE by Erica Monroe A governess entering into a marriage
of convenience with a duke gets more than she bargained for, as he's also a spy
for the crown.
THE MISFORTUNE OF LADY LUCIANNA by Christina McKnight The Duke of
Montrose has only one choice: find a wealthy heiress to wed. When his quest
brings him to Lady Lucianna, he can't deny that he wants her for more than just
her dowry.
THE DUKE'S ACCIDENTAL WIFE by Erica Ridley The unflappable Duke of
Ravenwood meets his match in this rollicking romance read.
Christina McKnight is a book lover turned writer. From a young age, her
mother encouraged her to tell her own stories. Sheโs been writing ever since.
Currently, she focuses on Historical Romance.
Christina enjoys a quiet
life in Northern California with her family, her wine, and lots of coffee. Oh,
and her booksโฆdonโt forget her books! Most days she can be found writing,
reading, or traveling the great state of California.
My favorite duke is Wulfric Bedwyn, Duke of Bewcastle, from Mary Balogh's Slightly Dangerous. Imperious and seemingly humorless, his downfall was sweet and extra special. No duke can wield a quizzing glass as arrogantly as Bewcastle. And he has eight of them! :-D (Maida Malby 12:03pm December 13, 2017)
Hmm, a fav Duke... not sure, I have read so many great stories... a specific fav is not coming to mind... (Colleen Conklin 12:15pm December 13, 2017)
My favorite duke is Alexander Moncrieffe, Duke of Falconbridge, from Julie Long's What I Did For a Duke. He was mature. And he was willing to sign over his property all in his love for Millicent. (Sharon Doucett 12:20pm December 13, 2017)
My favorite duke is definitely the Duke of Hawkshire, James Fielding, from Anna Depalo's "One Night with Prince Charming!" I just love everything about him and the book, and it's definitely one of my go-to's for when I am looking for a good historical romance. (Lindsey Postula 12:22pm December 13, 2017)
Devil Cynster, Duke of St. Ives :) (Miranda Owen 1:50pm December 13, 2017)
My favorite duke is Sylvester "Devil" Cynster, Duke of St Ives from Devil's Bride by Stephanie Laurens and Royce "Dalziel" Varisey from Mastered by Love also by Stephanie Laurens. (Jennifer Coleman 5:32pm December 13, 2017)
My favorite is Devil Cynster from Devil's Bride by Stephanie Laurens. I'm calling dibs on him as my historical book boyfriend. Honoria is his perfect match as I love sassy, feisty, strong intelligent women. What makes him so wonderful is because he knew she was perfect for him. He didn't fight it but had to fight to win her and he was not going to fail. All the Cynster men are that way...LOVE THEM! (Tina Hairston 6:57pm December 13, 2017)
Oh dear! Well, since the question asked for historical dukes not fictional ones, I actually had to do a little bit of research first! ;-) I think my favorite is the Duke of Lancaster, John of Gaunt, 4th son of King Edward III, from its creation in 1362 until his death in Feb 1399. So many English kings traced their bloodlines and their claim to the throne to him. I find him rather intriguing!! Cannot wait to read this book! Thanks so much for the opportunity! (Marcia Berbeza 7:10pm December 13, 2017)
Devil Cynster is by far my favorite Duke! (Meghan Lovell 8:28pm December 13, 2017)
I have to admit Erica Ridley had one of my favorites from Rebellious Desires. Julie Garwood was the first historical romance author I've read! My other HAS to be Devil, because how could he not be perfect! (Patricia Wissore 9:21pm December 13, 2017)
I tend to like the non-dukes better than the dukes, but I did love Ash from Tessa Dare's The Duchess Deal. (Janette Gryniewicz 11:29am December 14, 2017)
Sorry, I don't think I have a favorite duke. (G. Bisbjerg 4:46pm December 14, 2017)
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