There is little foul language, some fairly graphic sexual scenes and references made to alternate sexual appetites that would likely not appeal to those who prefer "sweet romance" but it is far from trashy. I would not recommend it to younger than adult readers and I can't see male readers finding much to entertain them even though the point of view changes between the hero and heroine. May 31, Debbie West rated it did not like it. Except for 2 incidents in this book, there was nothing to read! The Duke goes through his reasons for not being able to marry Emma at least 5 times She goes through the same thing just as many times.
Most of the book has the Duke getting an erection and the virginal trio of women wondering how sexual intercourse feels. Emma makes a big deal in the beginning about leaving her friend Amy at the finishing sch Boring.. Emma makes a big deal in the beginning about leaving her friend Amy at the finishing school. But nothing else is said, except for Emma writing a my one letter. The Duke notices a large amount of money spent by Emma before they leave Boston, but he never questions her about it.
A good storyline could have been written about Emma wanting Amy to come to London but the author was so busy having girls give stupid names to a man's penis, such as "pizzle", that she failed to make this story interesting. Even the ending was a letdown! I won't be reading the rest of this series.
Maybe others will find some redeeming qualities in it. Oct 02, Amanda Siegrist rated it really liked it. I enjoyed this book from beginning to end. A Duke with decent morals and the love for a woman he tries to deny. An American woman who is feisty and speaks her mind. Perfect combination for a well-written novel. I also loved the other characters that surrounded Thomas and Emma.
I'm sure their stories will be just as intriguing. I dont normally read historical romances, but I decided to take a chance on this book, and I could not have been happier. I just loved the story, the characters and just about everything about the book. I am so excited to see Ameila and Bella's stories! It was just such a great book I literally could not put it down.
Editorial Reviews. Review. stars from Night Owl Reviews "Readers will enjoy the story of Thomas, an English duke, and Emma, his American ward. Christine. The Reluctant Duke (A Seabrook Family Saga) (Volume 1) [Christine Donovan] on www.farmersmarketmusic.com *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Thomas Seabrook, the.
Jul 27, Margaret Fisk rated it really liked it Shelves: The Regency is one of my favorite historical periods because of how English society teetered on the border between strict rules and extreme debauchery. The class issues, the iron hand of society matrons, and the frantic nature of the marriage mart are rife with opportunities for good stories. The Reluctant Duke fulfilled my request admirably, offering a story that tou Originally posted on Tales to Tide You Over I was in the mood for a fun, light read, and The Reluctant Duke certainly offered that.
The Reluctant Duke fulfilled my request admirably, offering a story that touched on many of those fascinating elements including the perceptions of the United States during the s held by the English people.
Though sensual in both talk and light description , the story shares its mood with sweet romances in the focus on well-drawn characters facing period-appropriate dangers of gossip and reputation, along with more physical dangers caused when fortunes could be won or lost at a card table.
He is very much a Healthcliff figure in the beginning. He is broody and full of his own responsibilities. Emma Hamilton is a wealthy American debutante who has lived a sheltered life for very good reasons her father has kept from her. Despite the odd method through which he obtained the responsibility, Thomas is determined to do right by her, even if it costs him everything in the process. The story, both plot and feel, is very much in keeping both Georgette Heyer and Jane Austen.
There are lovely nods to the circumstances of the times, and beautiful descriptions. While there were a couple places where the story jumped further ahead than I would have preferred for the transition and I caught a few typos, the book is well-written, enjoyable, and has reasonable conflicts, both internal and external. The language gets rough at times as well, though many readers may be unaware of the severity behind some of the swears used.
The Reluctant Duke offers a good balance between hitting the traditional markers for Regency romance and the more modern expectations for sexual content in romances without breaking or distracting from the story. Mar 19, Toni rated it it was amazing.
It was hard to put the book down! I loved reading about Emma and Thomas fighting their attraction for each other! I look forward to reading more about the Seabrook family in future books! I loved Thomas and Emma. Thomas was a wonderful Duke and a great friend. He deserved a lovely woman like Emma. If only he realized that for himself. A very good book. Sep 17, Lynn rated it liked it. Plenty of storyline and pretty romantic. Apr 08, Jeanne Johnston rated it did not like it. I wanted a simple palate cleanser after my last ridiculously rambling book and this was as simple as they come.
Every stupid Regency stereotype is here, and plenty of half-finished side stories to boot. I knew there would be trouble when I started to see things like "He new she would be You know or is that "now" or "no? May 09, Louise rated it really liked it. Winning a business in America was for the Duke a windfall as his Father had lost the familys money.
Going to America to meet his Ward whom he had also inherited, he fell in love. Not that he'd relised it. Many months of taking his two sisters and his Ward to Balls etc that he realised he wanted her for himself. This love story is a good read. Jan 22, Pat Raab rated it really liked it.
Everything just seems to keep going wrong. Even when he tries to make it right. Mar 29, marilyn markowski rated it it was amazing. Excellent An absolutely excellent book The story was so enchanting I couldn't put the book down Read it in two days. Jul 15, Booklovinglady rated it it was ok Shelves: Apart from the many mistakes, the story just drags on and on.
It could have been at least the half shorter in my opinion. I normally like historical romances but this one was a bore, to be honest. Dying for a Living Boxset: Beauty and the Geek.
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