Nathaniel, Duke of Rothhaven, lives in seclusion, leaving his property only to gallop his demon-black steed across the moors by moonlight. Exasperated mamas invoke his name to frighten small children, though Nathaniel is truly a decent man — maybe too decent for his own good. That’s precisely why he must turn away the beguiling woman demanding his help.
Lady Althea Wentworth has little patience for dukes, reclusive or otherwise, but she needs Rothhaven’s backing to gain entrance into Polite Society. She’s asked him nicely, she’s called on him politely, all to no avail — until her prize hogs just happen to plunder the ducal orchard. He longs for privacy. She’s vowed to never endure another ball as a wallflower. Yet as the two grow closer, it soon becomes clear they might both be pretending to be something they’re not.
I found this extended preview on Netgalley and enjoyed the first four chapters of this compelling story of a reclusive Duke and his new neighbor, Lady Althea. With wonderful characterizations, sparkling dialogue, and some delightful historical elements, I was disappointed that my preview ended after a few Chapters.
Because it was a limited review, I am not going to go through the heat levels and a star rating. But, I am definitely interested to read when the full book is released at the end of April.
Part of a series, I felt it was working fine as a standalone.
The MCs were both interesting, with some great hooks, and I think the believable start to a friendship.
Burrowes is a new to me author, and definitely something going on my watch list.
*An extended preview was provided by Netgalley. No other compensation was provided.
