When a Duke Loves a Woman

Sins for All Seasons, Book 2

By: Lorraine Heath

Narrated by: Kate Reading

Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins

Publisher's summary

Gillie Trewlove knows what a stranger’s kindness can mean, having been abandoned on a doorstep as a baby and raised by the woman who found her there. So, when suddenly faced with a soul in need at her door - or the alleyway by her tavern - Gillie doesn’t hesitate. But he’s no infant. He’s a grievously injured, distractingly handsome gentleman who doesn’t belong in Whitechapel, much less recuperating in Gillie’s bed....

Being left at the altar is humiliating; being rescued from thugs by a woman - albeit a brave and beautiful one - is the pièce de résistance to the duke of Thornley’s extraordinarily bad day. After nursing him back from the brink, Gillie agrees to help him comb London’s darker corners for his wayward bride. But every moment together is edged with desire and has Thorne rethinking his choice of wife. Yet Gillie knows the aristocracy would never accept a duchess born in sin. Thorne, however, is determined to prove to her that no obstacle is insurmountable when a duke loves a woman.

©2018 Jan Nowasky (P)2018 HarperCollins Publishers

So goooooood!!

Loved this book! Just a wonderful story. The whole series is 🔥🔥🔥!!!! Lorraine Heath and Kate Reading will forever be my favorite combination on audible!

Likable characters with a relevant message

Gilly, the female “hero”, was an independent owner of a tavern. As a business woman who ran the show she demonstrated decisiveness, resistance, compassion, integrity, and intelligence a welcome change from inane female lead characters. Thorne, the male hero, after being left at the alter, was in White Castle searching for his fiancé and when he was brutally attacked. Gilly rescues Thorne, a “nob,” and nurses him back to health. Thorne is intrigued by the reserved and lovely Gilly and she by him. They communicate well together and enjoy each other’s company.
This book is a bit too long so I will cut to the chase. Thorne begins to see the world differently through Gilly’s eyes, her commitment to assisting others regardless of their preconceived worth by society and her innate kindness and generosity. Throne’s growth does not occur only by observing but by Gilly fearlessly speaking her mind. Her beliefs provide a relevant message then and now - that all people are diverse, have value, and deserve respect and kindness.
Thorne would like to pursue a romantic relationship with Gilly but is stymied by his conflict between duty and desire. Gilly accepts that their relationship will end eventually.
Gilly’s family is composed of orphans taken in and raised by a kind and loving woman. The storyline demonstrates that every member of a family is important to the success of the individuals in the family,as well as the family as a whole.
The plot and storyline are interesting albeit too long and I have left much for the reader/listener to discover. I recommend this book to readers/listeners who enjoy lengthy stories with likable unique characters, action that is unpredictable but relevant to storyline, secondary characters that surprise you, and primary plot twists tied up - no important loose ends left hanging. That is not to say that more resolution in regard to the runaway fiancé wouldn’t have been welcome but that is just a thought.
I do not recommend this book to those who prefer a tight quick paced storyline with much amorous activity as they would be disappointed with “When a Duke Loves A Woman.”
I enjoyed the narrator’s rendition.

You don’t want to miss this one!

One of my all time top 5 favorites! Problem is Lorraine Heath and Kate Reading now have about 10 books in my top 5! Strong wonderful characters, hot sex, riveting story! Part of a great series that includes the other family members from the other books, but each book can stand alone as appropriate history & characters are explained fully.

Good story

Kate Reading is terrific. Story was interesting and sweet. Lots of sexual tension but things didn't get heated up until about chapter 18. Great ending. I do highly recommend.

two power houses

love how both characters are strong in their own and together even stronger. making them a focus to be racking with

Great narrator!

This book is a great listen. Great story, towards the end I actually cried! Wonderfully developed protagonist, a narrator who sounds great, and no silly drama. I’m glad the author did not make the heroine dense and silly.

unique story.

loved it. clever story. I have liked all the books in this series. recommend it

Such a beautiful story

Gillie and Thorn touched my heart, listening to them falling in love was so beautiful. The author made them real and human and Kate Reading as a narrator was exquisite. Love this series, 2nd time listening and I’m sure I’ll listen again.

Strong Heroine!

Love the story & how the Duke is not threatened by such a strong, intelligent, resourceful woman!

Didn’t want it to end

Second book into a series that’s quickly become a new favorite. The writing style is perfection. You can practically feel the electricity between the couples with steamy scenes so hawt hawt hawt and beautifully done. The relationship build has become my favorite part of her books. Looking forward to the next in my queue.