Tessa Dare's first instalment in the new Castles Ever After series, ROMANCING THE DUKE will have readers clearing their keeper shelf just to make room for this little gem! Jam- packed with hilarious banter, Dare's trademark humor is showcased in its full glory. With plenty of laugh out loud moments, Dare effortlessly makes readers fall in love with her intrepid heroine, Izzy and the blind and sometimes sourly- but still irresistible hero!- Ransom.

It all begins when Izzy receives a letter informing her that she has inherited a castle. It's every girl's dream to own their very own castle! However, Izzy soon finds out that someone else holds the castle to his name when she reaches it. As the Duke of Rothbury, Ransom is a man who doesn't dabble in the concept of fairy tales and stories. But since Izzy's father is a famously known and beloved author, he becomes engulfed in this make-believe world when Izzy's admirers come to visit.

As you may have already guessed, there is a strong fairy tale feel to this book. Fluffy and hopeful, Dare strikes the perfect balance between dark and light. As she explores the sad events of Ransom's past and cleverly integrates it into the present conflict, she not only displays her clever story-telling abilities, but she also creates a heart- warming romance that readers will gobble up. It's a bold move, and a brilliant one as well.

Dare surpasses her previous accomplishments with leaps and bounds in this book. ROMANCING THE DUKE possesses everything a lover of happily-ever-afters could want: a stunning Gothic castle backdrop, lovable characters and many, many swoon- worthy moments to make your heart sing!