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In the first novel of Maya Rodale’s enthralling new series, an English duke vows to make an American seamstress his duchess....
In Gilded Age Manhattan, anything can happen...
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...and true love is always in fashion.
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- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 431
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 394
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 396
When the Duke of Lexington meets the mysterious Baroness von Seidlitz-Hardenberg on a transatlantic liner, he is fascinated. She’s exactly what he’s been searching for - a beautiful woman who interests and entices him. He falls hard and fast - and soon proposes marriage. And then she disappears without a trace.… For in reality, the "baroness" is Venetia Easterbrook - a proper young widow who had her own vengeful reasons for instigating an affair with the duke. But the plan has backfired. Venetia has fallen in love with the man she despised - and there’s no telling what might happen when she is finally unmasked….
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5 out of 5 stars
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Worth multiple listens
- By anonymous on 09-10-19
By: Sherry Thomas
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How to Marry a Duke
- By: Vicky Dreiling
- Narrated by: Elizabeth Jasicki
- Length: 12 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 606
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 523
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Story4 out of 5 stars 528
In Vicky Dreiling’s enchanting Regency romance debut, Tristan - the rakish duke of Shelbourne - wants to marry and sire an heir. To help him choose among the dizzying array of wealthy but witless candidates, he secures the services of prim and proper matchmaker Miss Tessa Mansfield. But as Tessa seeks the perfect mate, the duke finds himself distracted by Tessa’s considerable charms.
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3 out of 5 stars
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This Narrator Ruins The Story
- By Ajm220 on 03-14-12
By: Vicky Dreiling
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The Luckiest Lady in London
- By: Sherry Thomas
- Narrated by: Corrie James
- Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 505
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 462
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Story4 out of 5 stars 461
Felix Rivendale, the Marquess of Wrenworth, is The Ideal Gentleman, a man all men want to be and all women want to possess. Even Felix himself almost believes this golden image. But underneath is a damaged soul soothed only by public adulation.Louisa Cantwell needs to marry well to support her sisters. She does not, however, want Lord Wrenworth-though he seems inexplicably interested in her. She mistrusts his outward perfection, and the praise he garners everywhere he goes.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Lovely story, extremely well-written
- By Jonna on 04-14-14
By: Sherry Thomas
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A Duke's Temptation
- Bridal Pleasures, Book 1
- By: Jillian Hunter
- Narrated by: Justine Eyre
- Length: 8 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 70
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 65
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Story4 out of 5 stars 64
Samuel Charles Aubrey St. Aldwyn, Duke of Gravenhurst, is a radical rogue and champion of unpopular causes. No one would dream that he is also the author of a bestselling series of dark historical novels, a writer accused of corrupting the morals of the public, and a master seducer who counts among his passionate fans wellborn Miss Lily Boscastle. But Lily is no stranger to disrepute....
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2 out of 5 stars
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Not worth the $ or credit
- By Wbane on 04-07-12
By: Jillian Hunter
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A Duke for Diana
- By: Sabrina Jeffries
- Narrated by: Beverley A. Crick
- Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 102
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 95
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 95
Self-made civil engineer Geoffrey Brookhouse has unexpectedly inherited the dukedom of Greenwood. But he has a secret that could ruin his family. Hoping to save his timid sister from that fate, he seeks to marry her off to a respectable, protective gentleman. With the London Season imminent, Geoffrey hires Elegant Occasions to orchestrate her debut. Yet Lady Diana Harper, spirited fashion expert, proves more than he bargained for. Suddenly, Geoffrey’s sister is emerging from her shell, and he is beleaguered with social invitations and gossip!
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1 out of 5 stars
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Horrible
- By Beanie Baby on 04-25-23
By: Sabrina Jeffries
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Beyond Scandal and Desire
- Sins for All Seasons, Book 1
- By: Lorraine Heath
- Narrated by: Kate Reading
- Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 631
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 577
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 576
At birth, Mick Trewlove, the illegitimate son of a duke, was handed over to a commoner. Despite his lowly upbringing, Mick has become a successful businessman, but all his wealth hasn’t satisfied his need for revenge against the man who still won’t acknowledge him. What else can Mick do but destroy the duke’s legitimate son - and woo the heir’s betrothed into his own unloving arms.... Orphaned and sheltered, Lady Aslyn Hastings longs for a bit of adventure. With her intended often preoccupied, Aslyn finds herself drawn to a handsome man who seems to understand her so well.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent
- By karen on 08-27-18
By: Lorraine Heath
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Falling into Bed with a Duke
- By: Lorraine Heath
- Narrated by: Helen Lloyd, Rich Cope
- Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 510
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 473
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 470
After six unsuccessful seasons, Miss Minerva Dodger chooses spinsterhood over fortune-hungry suitors. But thanks to the Nightingale Club, she can at least enjoy one night of pleasure. At that notorious establishment, ladies don masks before choosing a lover. The sinfully handsome duke of Ashebury is more than willing to satisfy the secretive lady's desires - and draws Minerva into an exquisite, increasingly intimate affair.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Peculiar Leading Lady FTW
- By Felicia The Geeky Blogger on 11-02-15
By: Lorraine Heath
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The Truth About Love and Dukes
- Dear Lady Truelove
- By: Laura Lee Guhrke
- Narrated by: Carolyn Morris
- Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 482
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 448
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 446
Henry, Duke of Torquil, wouldn't be caught reading the wildly popular "Dear Lady Truelove" column, but when its advice causes his mother to embark on a scandalous elopement, an outraged Henry decides the author of this tripe must be stopped before she can ruin any more lives. Though Lady Truelove's identity is a closely guarded secret, Henry has reason to suspect the publisher of the notorious column, beautiful and provoking Irene Deverill, is also its author.
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5 out of 5 stars
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One of the very best...EVER!
- By Morgan Mc Glacken on 08-23-17
By: Laura Lee Guhrke
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Miss Winthorpe's Elopement
- By: Christine Merrill
- Narrated by: Simon Phillips
- Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 111
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 91
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Story4 out of 5 stars 92
The winner of the Romance Writers of America’s Golden Heart contest for unpublished manuscripts, Christine Merrill has built a considerable fanbase for her steamy romance novels. Here, shy heiress Miss Penelope Winthorpe lives under the oppressive thumb of her bullying brother. In an attempt to escape his dour company, she accidentally weds Adam Felkirk, Duke of Bellston. Felkirk was not looking for marriage either, yet now he is intent on seducing his new bride.
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3 out of 5 stars
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- By joanie on 04-08-19
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When the Marquess Met His Match
- An American Heiress in London, Book 1
- By: Laura Lee Guhrke
- Narrated by: Susan Ericksen
- Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 123
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 117
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Story4 out of 5 stars 117
Lady Belinda Featherstone's job is to guide American heiresses to matrimony, and away from men like Nicholas, Marquess of Trubridge. But the charming, disreputable marquess needs a wealthy bride, and he hires Belinda to help him find one. Her task seems easy: find that scoundrel the sort of wife he so richly deserves. But Nicholas' hot, searing kiss soon proves her task will be anything but easy.
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4 out of 5 stars
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A persistent Marquess
- By Cam on 04-20-14
By: Laura Lee Guhrke
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It Happened One Season
- By: Stephanie Laurens, Mary Balogh, Jacquie D'Alessandro, and others
- Narrated by: Simon Prebble
- Length: 13 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 297
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 226
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Story4 out of 5 stars 224
Four amazing talents have come together to create one of the most unforgettable events of the year. The results are spectacular - each story is as unique as a lover's first kiss.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Another great one, but...
- By Amazon Customer on 05-02-11
By: Stephanie Laurens, and others
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His Mistress by Christmas
- By: Victoria Alexander
- Narrated by: Susan Duerden
- Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 155
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 131
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Story4 out of 5 stars 133
For three years, Lady Veronica Smithson has been perfectly happy as a widow. Still, the right gentleman could provide the benefits of marriage without the tedious restrictions. And in Sir Sebastian Hadley-Attwater, renowned explorer and rogue, Veronica is sure she has found him. Sebastian will come into his inheritance in a matter of weeks - if his family deems him responsible enough. There’s no better way to prove his maturity than with a home and a wife. Veronica will share his bed, but she steadfastly refuses to marry....
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2 out of 5 stars
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Dull to be honest !
- By Dalia on 12-30-11
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Scandal Wears Satin
- The Dressmakers Series, Book 2
- By: Loretta Chase
- Narrated by: Kate Reading
- Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 144
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 128
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 127
This time, Scandal Wears Satin, as the second sister from a somewhat scandalous aristocratic family - the purveyors of one of London’s most fashionable shops - finds passion and a love as sumptuous as the gorgeous gowns she creates. Superstar romance author Susan Elizabeth Phillips says Loretta Chase has “a rare talent for creating crackling sexual tension and characters so fresh and compelling that readers won’t be able to forget them.”
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5 out of 5 stars
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romantic comedy
- By Amazon Customer on 12-17-20
By: Loretta Chase
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Tempted by His Kiss
- By: Tracy Anne Warren
- Narrated by: Rebecca De Leeuw
- Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 306
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 280
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 280
Orphaned beauty Meg Amberley never planned to pose as Lord Cade Byron's fiancée. Caught in a snowstorm, she takes refuge at his estate. Stranded together, Meg soon finds herself falling under Cade's spell. When the roads clear, she intends to leave, but fate intervenes. Haunted by his past, Cade Byron has buried himself in the country. Then Meg - with her lush curves - invades his house and his life. With her reputation compromised, he proposes a pretend engagement and a London season where she can find a husband.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Pretty darn good!
- By xmom on 05-10-19
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An Heiress at Heart
- By: Jennifer Delamere
- Narrated by: Jill Tanner
- Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 76
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 68
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 69
With An Heiress at Heart, Jennifer Delamere delivers the first in a historical romance series sure to set hearts aflame. After five years in exile for a youthful indiscretion, Lizzie Poole is given a second chance to join London society when her best friend, Ria, takes to her death bed and asks Lizzie to assume her identity. Ria wants Lizzie to carry out her final wishes, but neither knows that Lord Somerville has designs on Ria - and that maintaining the ruse will put Lizzie’s heart at risk.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A Captivating Read
- By Rita Henriquez-Green on 12-15-22
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The Scandal in Kissing an Heir
- At the Kingsborough Ball, Book 2
- By: Sophie Barnes
- Narrated by: Susan Duerden
- Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 86
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 80
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Story4 out of 5 stars 80
Lady Rebecca is determined to find a husband on her own terms, rather than marry any of the aging suitors her greedy aunt and uncle foist upon her. Her chance comes at the Kingsborough Ball, where she meets several potential grooms...yet no one compares to the dangerously handsome Daniel Neville. Notorious rake and heir to the Marquess of Wolvington, Daniel Neville is in need of a bride, but finding a lady who's willing to accept his past is an entirely different matter.
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5 out of 5 stars
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What a great story. NOT FULL OF ANGST!
- By Tracy T on 04-05-15
By: Sophie Barnes
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- Tracy T
- 11-27-18
Good book and narration
I am a Maya Rodale fan so of course I have to get all her books. I enjoyed this book. Maybe a little overboard with the word"pockets" LOL but still good.
The story line was fun and different. From London to New York, I really liked the women's club that helped Adeline with her shop and the women's movement they were pushing for. I really liked Adeline, she was smart, witty, funny and a strong female lead character. Always a bonus. I liked Kingston too. Lots of great dialogue throughout the entire book!
As for the narration, it was good. I think this is my first Charlotte North narration and she did a great job. I enjoyed her very much. She did a great job on the male voices the accents and had a very nice reading voice.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Sherri Lupton Hollister
- 11-13-18
Women Helping Women find their Happy Ever After
"Change the world duke." In Maya Rodale's #inspiring story of romance and glitter during Manhattan's Gilded Age. A dressmaker falls for a Duke. He's come to wed an heiress but when Adeline falls into his arms, what's a duke to do. Torn between love and duty, Brandon and Adeline must decide whether they are willing to take a chance and change the world. #tagsgiving #sweepstakes #Funny #FemaleProtagonist #happyending #Manhattan #GildedAge #historicalromance
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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Performance3 out of 5 stars
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Story2 out of 5 stars
- Caspera
- 11-01-18
I really wanted to like it
It has so many great elements. Strong willed heroine, handsome Duke, New York City. But it seems like the author was so determined for the heroine to be a feminist, that it lost a lot of the romance. I am personally a feminist, but I like strong men who know themselves. This guy was just along for the ride. It was hard to invest in either of them. I almost feel like I would have loved it without the romance. The love scene was tepid, at best.
I liked a lot about this book. I am also a huge fan of pockets and strong women and NYC. But it was so so so careful not to offend modern women that it made it hard to get immersed in the Gilded Age.
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