All Lady Jacqueline Peabody wanted to do was be a spinster and play her piano. But, her father ruined that; his bad investments lost their fortune and he died from the shock. Now she must marry for money and put aside her own plans to help the family.
THE HERO
James Henry Michael Edward Haven, Duke of Stone had a horrible childhood. His parents fought constantly and they became increasingly violent, especially when his father stated to go mad. James has sworn he would never marry and put his wife and children through that because, of course, he was destined for the same fate as his father.
THE REVIEW
Eva Devon does it again! Her books are always the right combination of character, romance, and angst and The Duke’s Accidental Bride is no different. I love a childhood friends grow up trope, where they come to realize they love each other. I don’t usually love the ‘I’m not worthy of her so I’ll push her away’, but it worked in this scenario. Jack is a new favorite heroine and she plays the piano remarkably well and doesn’t mind going to a ball. She was such a versatile woman and of course James is the only one to see her. *swoon* I can not wait for more in this series!
THE TROPES
Historical Romance, Hoyden heroine, Rake Hero, Damaged/Tortured Hero, Best Friends Sibling, childhood crush, Season/Marriage Mart, Beta/Cinnamon Roll Hero, Damaged/Tortured Hero, Rake Hero, Titled Hero, Musician Heroine, Compromised Heroine, Virgin Heroine, Wallflower Heroine, Married in Scandal, Five Star, Two Flame
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