About the Book:
Title: The Governess and the Duke
Author: Lydia Drake
Series: Renegade Dukes #2
Page Length: 354
Publication Date: Dec. 26, 2023
Publisher: Entangled: Amara
Synopsis: Governess Miss Viola Winslow is quite familiar with the rules of society, and her place in it. Still, it hasn’t stopped her from being horribly in love with the Duke of Huntington for years. But while the duke knows little of her foolish passions, the same cannot be said of Viola’s charge—a precocious fourteen-year-old obsessed with her governess’s secret romance.
As a confirmed bachelor with no interest in marriage, the Duke of Huntington prefers his estate at Moorcliff Castle to the hustle, bustle, and utter nonsense of London society. He’s far more content with a glass of excellent whiskey and the calm of the country. Until his peace is shattered by the enchanting Miss Viola, and her injured young charge.
Unable to travel or leave, Miss Viola has no choice but to remain at Moorcliff—where avoiding the duke is all but impossible. Somewhere between late night run-ins and a fake date in the most unlikely of places, their chemistry stops feeling one-sided. But when he discovers the secret she’s been hiding all along, there’s nothing that will save them from scandal.
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My Review:
The Governess and the Duke is a fun and entertaining historical romance with dynamic characters and an electric romance. I enjoyed reading about Viola and Hunt and their road to finding love. They have amazing chemistry, and their romance is my favorite part of the story.
Viola has crushed on Hunt since she met him years ago, but as a governess, she has always lived in the background. Hunt never noticed her until he offered shelter to her and her charge during a storm. But once he has the chance to get to know her, he is captivated.
Viola’s charge is a lovable hellion and a fun secondary character. She is one of the few who see how wonderful Viola is, and she charmingly works behind Viola’s back to find her love. It’s very sweet and sometimes funny to see the lengths she goes to to pair Viola and Hunt. Viola’s charge also befriends Hunt’s younger sister, who is much more reserved and introverted. I love their friendship! They are polar opposites, yet they quickly forge a lovely connection that complements both of them.
Hunt and Viola have great chemistry, though their relationship seems doomed considering they are from vastly different social circles. Also, Viola has some secrets in her past, and she struggles with her conscience and her trauma quite a bit. However, their connection is obvious and hard to deny.
Special thanks to Entangled Publishing and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of the book. All thoughts are my own.
Rating:
Favorite Parts:
- The romance.
- The setting.
- The secondary characters.
Favorite Lines:
“Romance isn’t falling in love with a lie. It’s seeing the truth of a person and loving them for it, not despite it.”
Sometimes the simplest things offer the most complex mysteries.”
This book sounds right up my alley. Plus, I love that cover!
see more! Drake’s Precious Family Moment😍: Holiday Photo with Mom and Son https://youtu.be/BpYC-_rqy8g