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Eliza Melrose has always cherished her independence. And when she and her family lived in the countryside, it was easy to slip out for a midnight ride, write articles for her father’s newspaper, and otherwise do as she pleased. But now that they’ve moved to the heart of fashionable London, her every move is scrutinized and judged. Worse yet, her father wants her to wed and take her proper place in society.
But Eliza wants nothing to do with marriage. And when the new Duke of Chester moves into his family’s long-abandoned home across the square, her journalistic instincts immediately kick in. Are the rumors true—did he really kill his family? Is he as rakish as everyone says? The more Eliza finds out, the more she wants to know. Because the duke is a fascinating study of contradictions—reclusive and arrogant, fiercely protective and deeply passionate. But those who dance too close to the fire often get burned. And as the undeniable flame between them ignites, the only question is: Who’s holding the match?
Sexy, scandalous and utterly unputdownable, this is the Regency novel you've been waiting for!
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Release date
August 16, 2022 -
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781538726198
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- ISBN: 9781538726198
- File size: 9488 KB
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Languages
- English
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Reviews
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December 1, 2022
This "Belmore Square" series launch is Malpas's (The Resurrection) first foray into historical romance. Eliza Melrose is 19 when her newspaper publisher father's fortunes take a drastic turn for the better, launching the entire family into the whirl of a London society season. Eliza would rather be an investigative reporter for her father's paper than a nobleman's prize at the altar, however, and resents the sudden and complete change to her life and future plans. When the notorious Duke of Chester returns to Belmore Square, Eliza finds herself drawn to both the puzzle of his past and the present temptation he offers. Her fascination could lead them to a happily-ever-after or a life of misery. VERDICT Though it's possible that fans of Malpas's contemporary romances might be satisfied with this effort, those who typically enjoy Regency romances are unlikely to be as forgiving. This novel is unevenly paced, with inconsistent characters who feel out of place in their setting, and provides an unnecessarily convoluted plot.--Rebecca Moe
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