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The Duke and the Wallflower

The Unwanted Dukes, Book 1

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The Duke and the Wallflower

By: Jessie Clever
Narrated by: Bridget Thomas
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Shunned by a society that puts attractiveness above all else, Lady Eliza Darby’s wallflower status keeps her from getting the one thing she wants most, namely, to be a mother. But, when her scorned older sister returns home to see all of her sisters wed in happy matches, it may be Eliza’s only chance to secure a husband and have the children she so desires.

Jilted in a publicly humiliating display, Dax Kane, the Duke of Ashbourne, has sworn off love forever and has no wish to wed. But, when the title demands it, he selects the most perfect candidate for the position: Lady Eliza Darby, a wallflower so unattractive, he won’t be in danger of falling in love with her. But, the jilted duke will soon discover looks have nothing to do with love.

The Duke and the Wallflower is the first book in the steamy, heart-stopping historical romance series, The Unwanted Dukes. If you love sexy, spellbinding romance and heartwarming humor, don’t miss this captivating series from best-selling author Jessie Clever. Discover adventure and romance when you download The Duke and the Wallflower today.

©2020 Jessica McQuaid (P)2021 Jessica McQuaid Historical Historical Fiction Regency Regency Romance Romance Victorian Heartfelt Witty
Engaging Characters • Unexpected Twists • Heartwarming Romance • Excellent Performance • Strong Heroine
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Took me a minute to get into the story but not a bad read otherwise.

Not bad

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I found the story to be simple and straightforward. The narrator was good.
I really love stories where I fall in love with the characters and in this story I missed that. I found the Duke to be weak in character and lacking in courage. The female character had good moments. Overall, the story was passable but not memorable and the grand gesture at the end fell flat.

Simple unassuming story

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I loved the story and the characters especially Henry, the Collie. The characters were multi faceted and interesting.

A Must Read!

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I loved this story, However Henry was my favorite character. That lovable hound was loyal.

Loved Henry

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I found myself lost and swept up in the tantalizing story and the believable and captivating narration!! I will look for more books buy this author AND narrator.
Just the right amount of romantic details. Not to little not to much and thank goodness NOT Vulgar or distasteful but rather sweet, respectful and captivating with just enough heat!!!! Just my kind of book!

I absolutely loved this bk!!

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Really enjoyed the development of the story. Lightly steamy and excellent narration. Can’t wait for the next books to release in this series.

Delightful Read

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I had a problem with all the insecurity of the lead female and how the lead male would never speak his mind!

Love narrator!

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Such a delicious story, beautifully written and beautifully narrated. I love that the heroine is ugly. I've always been frustrated by all the supposedly stunningly gorgeous heroines. And to have one like Eliza, who is wonderful and likeable and sweet and smart just fills me with such joy!! Oh well done!! 🥰

LOVELOVELOVE!!

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I get tired of beautiful, gorgeous, perfectly proportioned heroines. Having been a wallflower in my youth (and not improving with age) I could empathize with all Eliza's insecurities. This was a book that was hard to put down.

What a nice surprise.

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It’s a sad fact but true, usually when a much sought after Duke is paired with a Wallflower, he is handsome and she is a very homely spinster. While that trope is again used in this story the writing elevates it above the usual fare.

The characters are well rounded, the hearts are not easily won, the sex isn’t instantly perfect and mind blowing (although it eventually is).

The story is intriguing and heart warming.

The narrator is also very talented.

Great Series Starter

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