The Duke's Perfect Wife

Highland Pleasures, Book 4

By: Jennifer Ashley

Narrated by: Angela Dawe

Length: 11 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

Lady Eleanor Ramsay is the only one who knows the truth about Hart Mackenzie. Once his fiancée, she is the sole woman to whom he could ever pour out his heart. Hart has it all - a dukedom, wealth, power, influence, whatever he desires. Every woman wants him - his seductive skills are legendary. But Hart has sacrificed much to keep his brothers safe, first from their brutal father, and then from the world. He's also suffered loss: his wife, his infant son, and the woman he loved with all his heart, though he realized it too late.

Now Eleanor has reappeared on Hart's doorstep, with scandalous nude photographs of Hart taken long ago. Intrigued by the challenge in her blue eyes - and aroused by her charming, no-nonsense determination - Hart wonders if his young love has come to ruin him ... or save him.

©2012 Jennifer Ashley (P)2012 Tantor

Critic reviews

"Ashley demonstrates her gift for combining complex characters; emotionally compelling, danger-tinged plotting; and a delectably sensual romance into one unforgettable love story." ( Booklist)

Last one in series

By now, I was hooked on the series. However, this main character was changed/misrepresented in earlier books in the series. The characters were engaging, but when the story line is carried from book to book, the characters need to be the thread of commonality.

Good, but not great!

Any additional comments?

I liked this book, just thought Ian & Camerons was more interesting. This one does fill in the lingering questions from the other three in the series.

Those Mackenzie brothers make me smile!

Almost as good as Ian's story. The story was interesting, narrator was awesome and this was ever so close to being as good as my favorite brother Ian. If you liked Ian's story, you will love Hart and El's. This is a story of love worth waiting for! Time to start from the beginning because they are all worth a second listen!

Fun Story

I am not sure why I am still listening to these audibles. I do not care for the narrator. But, I do like the stories. I am pleased to see Hart get his happy-ever-after. These boys do have issues, but, I guess that is what makes the books so fun to read.

FIVE STARS - FOUR WORDS - I NEED MORE PLEASE !!!

For those of us JA fans who have listened to this entire series so far then I am sure they will agree that each of these books have just been wonderful and a joy to listen to.

If you're a historical romance lover then they just don't get better than this addictive listen about Hart - he has it all - a Dukedom (lovely), wealth (comes in handy), good looks (especially when he's in his kilt), women falling at his feet (well who wouldn't), a high job in Parliament (mmm not so sexy) but the one thing he hasn't got but desperately wants is Lady Eleanor his ex fiancee. He is a deeply tormented soul full of regrets and unfulfilled dreams so can she love him again and save him from himself (everyone say "ahhh").

There's well thought out characters both from previous books and new ones whose input into the story gives it depth, passion, intrigue, humour, sex and it's also touching, tender and sensual as well. You really feel like you know what makes the two lovers tick and what drove them to make the decisions they made in the past.

I hope Audible will give us book 5 The Seduction of Elliot McBride (out now) and 6 The Wicked Deeds of Daniel MacKenzie (sometime in Oct 13) because her fans want this series to continue for generations to come.

Worth a credit? Do you really think I'm going to say Naah after that review - it's a MUST HAVE LISTEN and definitely a re-listen series ..... so that would be a YES. QUI, SI, AYE, SIM, DA, SHI ..... well you get the message.

Read this one to cap it all

Duke Hart Mackenzie is politically motivated, strong willed, the leader of his family and his political party. Widowed for many years and having suffered the loss of his infant son, he has been concentrating all his energy into gaining power. Now nearing victory, he needs a wife who can stand at his side, to be hostess to all the balls and fetes that will be expected of a Prime Minister. Lady Eleanor Ramsay is the one who got away, the woman who jilted him many years ago, though he never really understood why, despite her explanation. Now he has her back in his sphere of influence, he is determined that she will fulfill the role he has planned for her. This is the 4th of the Mackenzie series. I enjoyed the characters, especially the growth experienced by the Duke, motivated by the events in the plot.

ADDICTED To This Series-Keep Bringing Them Audible

What did you like about this audiobook?

The narrator is excellent. It was great to hear Hart's story and Elenore is a strong character as well.

How has the book increased your interest in the subject matter?

Yes, I will continue with any of The MacKenzie/McBride Series by Jennifer Ashley

Does the author present information in a way that is interesting and insightful, and if so, how does he achieve this?

The family portrait-although I found the politics throughout really interesting.

What did you find wrong about the narrator's performance?

Not a thing

Another enjoyable story

Again, I do wish there was less intrigue in these stories. That's the weakest point, and it's not necessary as the series around the family is strong. Love this series. Was I hoping for more with Hart's story? I think so. But still enjoying the series ♥

Great fun romantic story

It was a great storyline with excellent character development. The love scenes made it a fun book to listen too sweeping you out of your reality to a by gone era. The whole series of Mackenzie romances are just fun to read !

Fabulous performance of a great book!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Duke's Perfect Wife to be better than the print version?

I haven't read the print book, but I can't imagine reading it without hearing Angela Dawe's voices in my head. In fact, I just downloaded the print version of A MacKenzie Family Christmas, now that I've finished listening to the four main books about the brothers. I hear Angela's voices in my head as I read it. I am relatively new to audible.com, but after hearing the four books, I have been searching for other books she reads. I'm ready to pack my bags and head to Scotland after listening!

This is the Fourth book in the series; I recommend starting with The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie. The second book is Lady Isabella's Scandalous Marriage and the third is The Many Sins of Lord Cameron. All main characters from the first three appear in this fourth book, and you will enjoy it more in chronological order.

Enjoy!

What other book might you compare The Duke's Perfect Wife to and why?

Similar to Maya Banks Scotland books. Strong, stubborn hot men, headstrong women, wonderful Scot accents. What else could you want in a romance?

Which scene was your favorite?

The family photograph scene towards the end.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, but instead I listened while I did chores around the house. Made folding laundry much more enjoyable!