a most unlikely duke diamonds in the rough

The characters in this book were wonderful. I am so glad that I did because this story was a lot of fun. I have never read anything by Sophie Barnes before picking up this book but since this was the start of a new series, I decided to take a chance. I didn't even realize that I was in the mood for a historical romance until I started reading this book and I couldn't put it down.

Sometimes the right book shows up at just the right time.

This review can also be found at Carole's Random Life in Books. When she’s not busy dreaming up her next swoon worthy romance novel, Sophie enjoys spending time with her family, practicing yoga, baking, gardening, watching romantic comedies and, of course, reading.įor all the latest releases, promotions, and exclusive story updates, subscribe to Sophie Barnes’ newsletter today: Facebook. Ever the romantic, she married the same man three times-in three different countries and in three different dresses. With a fondness for travel, Sophie has lived in six countries, on three continents, and speaks English, Danish, French, Spanish, and Romanian with varying degrees of fluency. Having written for Avon, an imprint of Harper Collins, her books have been published internationally in eight languages.

USA TODAY bestselling author Sophie Barnes writes historical romance novels in which the characters break away from social expectations in their quest for happiness and love. And as scandal threatens to envelop them both, she must decide if she can risk everything for love with a most unlikely duke. Although she tries to control her irresistible attraction to Raphe, every day she spends with him only deepens her realization that this may be the one man she cannot do without. Agreeing to tutor the brutish new duke can only lead to ruin. But when a stunning reversal of fortune lands Raphe the title of Duke of Huntley, he’s determined to make a go of becoming a proper lord, but he’ll need a little help, and his captivating neighbor might be just the woman for the job…Īfter her sister’s scandalous match, Lady Gabriella knows the ton’s eyes are on her. The bare-knuckle boxer has spent the last fifteen years eking out an existence for himself and his two sisters. Raphe Matthews hasn’t stepped foot in polite circles since a tragedy left his once-noble family impoverished and in debt. He never thought he'd become a duke, or that the secrets of his past would cost him his greatest love.

A most unlikely duke diamonds in the rough