Her Night with the Duke: A Novel
In this diverse Regency romance, Leela, the widowed Lady Devon, is stranded at an inn near her former estate one stormy evening. She’s been travelling since her husband’s death, staying with her mother’s people in the Middle East, and writing bestselling travelogues. She has returned to attend a house party for her beloved stepdaughter, who is about to become engaged to the Duke of Huntington. But the inn is full and its occupants surly. Leela brandishes a knife, but a man steps in to aid her, offering her use of his parlor overnight.
In the aftermath, Leela and her hero, Elliot Townsend, have a one-night stand. When Leela wakes the morning, Townsend is gone. Soon, Leela is at her former estate, avoiding her stepson, the new Lord Devon, and gossiping with her beloved stepdaughter. When Leela is introduced to the Duke, it is none other than Elliot Townsend.
This steamy romance starts with the steam. Leela’s travels are interesting, and it is refreshing to encounter cultures not related to the ton. My one complaint is that while I enjoyed all the subplots, they are not all seamlessly intertwined. Overall, it’s an engaging read and a breath of fresh air.
