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Dangerous Dukes series by Wendy Soliman (#3-12)
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Overview: I was brought up on the Isle of Wight in Southern England surrounded by historic buildings that triggered my love of history. I now share my time between Andorra and Florida, where I live with my husband and a rescued dog of indeterminate pedigree.
Genre: Romance, Historical
A Duke by Default (#3): Updated version May 2020
Marc Rothwell’s cousin should have been the next Duke of Broadstairs but died before he could assume the title. With the utmost reluctance, Marc takes his place and sets about finding a suitable wife in order to produce an heir. Caught in a compromising position with Miss Harriet Aston, Marc proposes to possibly the only woman in England with no interest in becoming a duchess.
Marc soon discovers that Harriet will be anything other than a biddable wife. She appears determined to make him fall in love with her, even though he makes it perfectly clear that theirs will be a marriage of convenience. In spite of his efforts to keep her safe, Harriet is brutally attacked. Before he can unearth the identities of those seeking to undermine his position, Marc is horrified when Harriet recklessly throws herself in the path of danger for a second time in an effort to protect him.
Can Marc ensure the safety of his wilfully disobedient wife before his enemies strike again…
Of Dukes and Deceptions (#4): When Nickolas Buchanan, the Duke of Dorchester, accepts an invitation to visit a country stud farm, he counters his boredom by striking a wager with his henchman that he’ll bed the poor relation, Alicia Woodley, before the end of his stay. But he reckons without Alicia’s disdain. She’s disgusted by Nick’s cavalier attitude, unimpressed by his grandeur and wants as little as possible to do with him.
Between her newfound role as family charity case and fending off the attentions of both her clueless cousin and the arrogant Nickolas, Alicia has quite enough to contend with. But when her life is endangered, quite possibly from those closest to her, surprisingly it’s Nick who seems determined to ensure her safety. As they conspire to uncover secrets that the family wants to keep hidden at all costs, they discover a passion that surpasses all obstacles…
Previously published by Carina Press. Updated and republished May 2020 as part of Dangerous Dukes series
Game of Dukes (#5): Following the suspicious deaths of his uncle and his cousin, Phineas Webster returns reluctantly from America to take up his position as the new Duke of Ely. Shocked to find the estate in ruins, the stables and pastures empty, Phin is even more disturbed to find himself greeted by a beautiful woman pointing a shotgun at him.
Celeste Stirling, whose mother died in the same accident that claimed the life of the old duke, has been looking after the estate since his death. Having been persuaded not to shoot him, she agrees to stay on and help Phin restore the estate. The pair also delve into the mystery surrounding the fatal accident. Could it be connected to the family feud that pitted brother against brother sixteen years previously, resulting in Phin being whisked away to America by his father?
Will Phin and Celeste be able to fight the growing passion that threatens to engulf them and triumph over devious relatives who will stop at nothing to claim the estate for themselves…
Dukes and Indiscretions (#6): Georgia Langdon grew up on the estate that bordered that of Ellery Bentham, the Duke of Rochester. As children they were confidantes and close friends, and Ellery always intended that she would become his duchess. When she marries his cousin David instead of him, Ellery is hurt and insanely jealous—but when David is killed at Waterloo, Ellery blames himself for not taking better care of him during the heat of battle. Unable to face Georgia, he avoids her until his younger cousin Gerald suddenly disappears a few days before he is due to marry Georgia’s sister Imogen.
Forced to put aside their differences and concentrate upon finding Gerald, Georgia discovers that she is still inexplicably drawn to Ellery. When she is ambushed on the way to his home, Ellery insists that she stay beneath his roof under his protection until they get to the bottom of Gerald’s disappearance. The situation becomes more complex as they discover more about Gerald’s secret life, and matters are not helped by the fierce physical attraction that they both struggle to deny. But Georgia rejected Ellery in favour of his cousin. Can he forgive her, or ever trust her again? Georgia had compelling reasons to turn away from Ellery. Reasons she won’t ever embarrass herself by revealing—or will she?
And what of Gerald and the disreputable rogues he’s got himself involved with? Will there be a way out for any of them…
Never Dare a Duke (#7): Brinley Wentworth, the Duke of Exeter, is not in the best of moods when his mother insists upon his hosting a week-long shooting party—a paltry excuse to force eligible females upon him. Farrah Dorset is equally disenchanted with the prospect of accompany her friend Lady Hazel Beardsley to the party, aware that she will not be made welcome.
Brin, contrary by nature, takes an avid interest in Farrah, and not only in order to win a dare set by his closest friends. When someone tries to attack Farrah on his estate, it brings out Brin’s protective instincts in spades. Determined to keep the spirited Miss Dorset alive, he fails to take into account her fierce determination to look after herself.
Withstanding the disapproval of Brin’s formidable mother and the resentment of the females keen to secure Brin’s attention, the truth behind the attacks when it finally becomes apparent is so startling that Farrah throws caution to the wind in a reckless attempt to protect Brin.
Will Brin be in time to save the contrary creature who has stolen his heart…
To Desire a Duke (#8): Evan Gilliard died a hero’s death at Waterloo but his widow, Brione, is shunned by society when rumours regarding his patriotism circulate. A senior British officer had been sharing sensitive military secrets with the French. Evan is no longer alive to clear his name so Brione must somehow find a way to prove that Evan was a patriot, or spend the rest of her days living in the shadow of his tarnished reputation.
Brione is convinced that Evan’s commanding officer, Troy Erskine, the Duke of Alford, must either be aware of the identity of the traitor, or himself be the guilty party. An unexpected opportunity presents itself to investigate when she takes the place of her friend Rachel Woodley’s maid at a house party held by the duke’s sister at Alford Castle in the Lincolnshire Wolds.
When Troy catches Brione searching through his private papers, he knows at once that she is not a maid. Forced to reveal her identity, Brione and Troy join forces. Brione is determined to save Evan’s reputation; Troy has been charged by the foreign secretary with discovering the traitor’s identity and restoring the reputation of the regiment he led into battle.
Troy, being pressured by his sister to select a wife, is attracted to the beautiful and fiercely determined Brione Gilliard. But Brione is in love with a ghost and Troy feels partially responsible for the man’s death, as well as being unsure about his loyalties.
As Brione and Troy delve deeper, shocking and unexpected facts come to light and Brione’s life is threatened. Can Troy save the woman who has come to mean so much to him and somehow persuade her that love deserves a second chance…
A Duke in Turmoil (#9): Who murdered the Duke of Alton?
Ros Ellwood returns to England after a ten-year absence to reluctantly assume the dukedom in his brother Andrew’s stead, and to find answers.
Society had been scandalised by Andrew’s very public affair with Maria Kennard, a beautiful debutante. Could her connections have taken the ultimate form of revenge? Had Emily, Andrew’s conniving duchess, sought retribution to avoid being usurped? Or had Andrew’s involvement in questionable activities designed to refill his depleted coffers result in his untimely demise?
So many unanswered questions.
Thrown together with Sophia Kennard, who is keen to restore her sister’s reputation in the eyes of a judgemental society, Ross finds himself distracted by her vibrant beauty and single-minded determination to get to the truth, no matter what embarrassing secrets might be uncovered.
Someone else is determined that Ross and Sophia won’t find answers they seek. The indefinable something that draws Ross to the sister of the woman who could have destroyed Andrew, Ross fails to realise that danger threatens. Can he save Sophia from a conniving killer who will go to any lengths to preserve his secret identity? Even if he’s successful, will it be possible for Ross and Sophia to find a future together when the exploits of their respective families threaten to tear them apart…
Fit for a Duke (#10): With his brothers all dead, Ezra Delaney reluctantly becomes the latest Duke of Wickham. Conscious of the fact that someone is attempting to kill him too, the reclusive duke makes it known that he has accepted an invitation to Lady Fletcher’s house party with the intention of choosing a bride, hoping to lead the assassin into a trap.
Clio Benton, who resides with her aunt, is looking forward to her first society party but doesn’t anticipate overhearing a conversation that leads her to suppose the guest of honour is a murderer. When Mark Salford, Clio’s father’s former adjutant, arrives unannounced at the party claiming to be engaged to Clio, both she and Ezra are highly suspicious, especially as there is bad blood between Ezra and Salford.
Thrown together, Ezra must watch his own back but finds himself taking risks to protect the impulsive Miss Benton. For her part, Clio is determined to keep the duke safe and fend off Salford’s advances. Could he have come to settle the score between himself and Ezra and be using his imaginary affection for Clio as cover? Could Ezra’s mother’s lover be responsible for killing off his family? And what of his foppish cousin? With too many suspects and no obvious motive, can Ezra and Clio ignore the growing attraction between them as they search for answers…
A Duke for All Seasons (#11): In fear for her life, Grace Afton flees a brutal marriage, only to have her carriage break down in the middle of a summer storm. At the mercy of renegades, Grace is rescued and taken to the safety of an isolated cottage on his estate by Hal Fairfax, the eligible Duke of Swyre.
Hal has been tasked by the government to delve into activities potentially damaging to British interests that revolve around Afton. Hal has never forgotten dancing with the then Grace Selhurst during her season two years previously and being mildly disappointed when she chose to marry Afton. He is violently opposed to Grace’s plan to start a fresh life in America, away from Afton’s reach, but what alternative is available to her? Afton has both the law and society’s sympathy on his side.
Will Afton run Grace to ground before Hal can act? Has Afton broken the law or will Grace be forced to return to her marital home? Will Hal be able to overcome his growing attraction to Grace, the lady who is married to his nemesis? More to the point, will Hal be in time to rescue Grace when the inevitable confrontation with Afton takes place, risking her life and freedom in a desperate attempt to keep the duke safe…
12. To Challenge a Duke: Portia Heston is engaged by Lady Selby to prepare her daughter Emily for presentation. She is delighted when she is included in an invitation issued by the Dowager Duchess of Hamilton to spend the summer at Hamilton Hall. Lady Selby intends to promote a marriage between Emily and Elijah, the highly eligible duke.
Portia has a very different purpose in mind. Her half-brother Jeramiah is missing, last seen in the vicinity of the duke’s estate attempting to break up a criminal enterprise. Portia is determined to rescue the only relative she cares about from his own impetuosity.
When Elijah catches Portia eavesdropping on a conversation with one of his tenants his curiosity is aroused regarding this most unusual and opinionated paid companion. Together they delve into a murky world of dishonest financial gain possibly intended to fund a political uprising.
Can Elijah prevent the rebellion that will destroy his family’s name and chip away at the foundation of society? More to the point, can he keep Portia out of harm’s way? Will Portia find Jeramiah alive and what is she supposed to do about her growing admiration for the duke …
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Dangerous Dukes #1: To Defy a Duke
Dangerous Dukes #2: The Duke's Legacy
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Overview: I was brought up on the Isle of Wight in Southern England surrounded by historic buildings that triggered my love of history. I now share my time between Andorra and Florida, where I live with my husband and a rescued dog of indeterminate pedigree.
Genre: Romance, Historical
A Duke by Default (#3): Updated version May 2020
Marc Rothwell’s cousin should have been the next Duke of Broadstairs but died before he could assume the title. With the utmost reluctance, Marc takes his place and sets about finding a suitable wife in order to produce an heir. Caught in a compromising position with Miss Harriet Aston, Marc proposes to possibly the only woman in England with no interest in becoming a duchess.
Marc soon discovers that Harriet will be anything other than a biddable wife. She appears determined to make him fall in love with her, even though he makes it perfectly clear that theirs will be a marriage of convenience. In spite of his efforts to keep her safe, Harriet is brutally attacked. Before he can unearth the identities of those seeking to undermine his position, Marc is horrified when Harriet recklessly throws herself in the path of danger for a second time in an effort to protect him.
Can Marc ensure the safety of his wilfully disobedient wife before his enemies strike again…
Of Dukes and Deceptions (#4): When Nickolas Buchanan, the Duke of Dorchester, accepts an invitation to visit a country stud farm, he counters his boredom by striking a wager with his henchman that he’ll bed the poor relation, Alicia Woodley, before the end of his stay. But he reckons without Alicia’s disdain. She’s disgusted by Nick’s cavalier attitude, unimpressed by his grandeur and wants as little as possible to do with him.
Between her newfound role as family charity case and fending off the attentions of both her clueless cousin and the arrogant Nickolas, Alicia has quite enough to contend with. But when her life is endangered, quite possibly from those closest to her, surprisingly it’s Nick who seems determined to ensure her safety. As they conspire to uncover secrets that the family wants to keep hidden at all costs, they discover a passion that surpasses all obstacles…
Previously published by Carina Press. Updated and republished May 2020 as part of Dangerous Dukes series
Game of Dukes (#5): Following the suspicious deaths of his uncle and his cousin, Phineas Webster returns reluctantly from America to take up his position as the new Duke of Ely. Shocked to find the estate in ruins, the stables and pastures empty, Phin is even more disturbed to find himself greeted by a beautiful woman pointing a shotgun at him.
Celeste Stirling, whose mother died in the same accident that claimed the life of the old duke, has been looking after the estate since his death. Having been persuaded not to shoot him, she agrees to stay on and help Phin restore the estate. The pair also delve into the mystery surrounding the fatal accident. Could it be connected to the family feud that pitted brother against brother sixteen years previously, resulting in Phin being whisked away to America by his father?
Will Phin and Celeste be able to fight the growing passion that threatens to engulf them and triumph over devious relatives who will stop at nothing to claim the estate for themselves…
Dukes and Indiscretions (#6): Georgia Langdon grew up on the estate that bordered that of Ellery Bentham, the Duke of Rochester. As children they were confidantes and close friends, and Ellery always intended that she would become his duchess. When she marries his cousin David instead of him, Ellery is hurt and insanely jealous—but when David is killed at Waterloo, Ellery blames himself for not taking better care of him during the heat of battle. Unable to face Georgia, he avoids her until his younger cousin Gerald suddenly disappears a few days before he is due to marry Georgia’s sister Imogen.
Forced to put aside their differences and concentrate upon finding Gerald, Georgia discovers that she is still inexplicably drawn to Ellery. When she is ambushed on the way to his home, Ellery insists that she stay beneath his roof under his protection until they get to the bottom of Gerald’s disappearance. The situation becomes more complex as they discover more about Gerald’s secret life, and matters are not helped by the fierce physical attraction that they both struggle to deny. But Georgia rejected Ellery in favour of his cousin. Can he forgive her, or ever trust her again? Georgia had compelling reasons to turn away from Ellery. Reasons she won’t ever embarrass herself by revealing—or will she?
And what of Gerald and the disreputable rogues he’s got himself involved with? Will there be a way out for any of them…
Never Dare a Duke (#7): Brinley Wentworth, the Duke of Exeter, is not in the best of moods when his mother insists upon his hosting a week-long shooting party—a paltry excuse to force eligible females upon him. Farrah Dorset is equally disenchanted with the prospect of accompany her friend Lady Hazel Beardsley to the party, aware that she will not be made welcome.
Brin, contrary by nature, takes an avid interest in Farrah, and not only in order to win a dare set by his closest friends. When someone tries to attack Farrah on his estate, it brings out Brin’s protective instincts in spades. Determined to keep the spirited Miss Dorset alive, he fails to take into account her fierce determination to look after herself.
Withstanding the disapproval of Brin’s formidable mother and the resentment of the females keen to secure Brin’s attention, the truth behind the attacks when it finally becomes apparent is so startling that Farrah throws caution to the wind in a reckless attempt to protect Brin.
Will Brin be in time to save the contrary creature who has stolen his heart…
To Desire a Duke (#8): Evan Gilliard died a hero’s death at Waterloo but his widow, Brione, is shunned by society when rumours regarding his patriotism circulate. A senior British officer had been sharing sensitive military secrets with the French. Evan is no longer alive to clear his name so Brione must somehow find a way to prove that Evan was a patriot, or spend the rest of her days living in the shadow of his tarnished reputation.
Brione is convinced that Evan’s commanding officer, Troy Erskine, the Duke of Alford, must either be aware of the identity of the traitor, or himself be the guilty party. An unexpected opportunity presents itself to investigate when she takes the place of her friend Rachel Woodley’s maid at a house party held by the duke’s sister at Alford Castle in the Lincolnshire Wolds.
When Troy catches Brione searching through his private papers, he knows at once that she is not a maid. Forced to reveal her identity, Brione and Troy join forces. Brione is determined to save Evan’s reputation; Troy has been charged by the foreign secretary with discovering the traitor’s identity and restoring the reputation of the regiment he led into battle.
Troy, being pressured by his sister to select a wife, is attracted to the beautiful and fiercely determined Brione Gilliard. But Brione is in love with a ghost and Troy feels partially responsible for the man’s death, as well as being unsure about his loyalties.
As Brione and Troy delve deeper, shocking and unexpected facts come to light and Brione’s life is threatened. Can Troy save the woman who has come to mean so much to him and somehow persuade her that love deserves a second chance…
A Duke in Turmoil (#9): Who murdered the Duke of Alton?
Ros Ellwood returns to England after a ten-year absence to reluctantly assume the dukedom in his brother Andrew’s stead, and to find answers.
Society had been scandalised by Andrew’s very public affair with Maria Kennard, a beautiful debutante. Could her connections have taken the ultimate form of revenge? Had Emily, Andrew’s conniving duchess, sought retribution to avoid being usurped? Or had Andrew’s involvement in questionable activities designed to refill his depleted coffers result in his untimely demise?
So many unanswered questions.
Thrown together with Sophia Kennard, who is keen to restore her sister’s reputation in the eyes of a judgemental society, Ross finds himself distracted by her vibrant beauty and single-minded determination to get to the truth, no matter what embarrassing secrets might be uncovered.
Someone else is determined that Ross and Sophia won’t find answers they seek. The indefinable something that draws Ross to the sister of the woman who could have destroyed Andrew, Ross fails to realise that danger threatens. Can he save Sophia from a conniving killer who will go to any lengths to preserve his secret identity? Even if he’s successful, will it be possible for Ross and Sophia to find a future together when the exploits of their respective families threaten to tear them apart…
Fit for a Duke (#10): With his brothers all dead, Ezra Delaney reluctantly becomes the latest Duke of Wickham. Conscious of the fact that someone is attempting to kill him too, the reclusive duke makes it known that he has accepted an invitation to Lady Fletcher’s house party with the intention of choosing a bride, hoping to lead the assassin into a trap.
Clio Benton, who resides with her aunt, is looking forward to her first society party but doesn’t anticipate overhearing a conversation that leads her to suppose the guest of honour is a murderer. When Mark Salford, Clio’s father’s former adjutant, arrives unannounced at the party claiming to be engaged to Clio, both she and Ezra are highly suspicious, especially as there is bad blood between Ezra and Salford.
Thrown together, Ezra must watch his own back but finds himself taking risks to protect the impulsive Miss Benton. For her part, Clio is determined to keep the duke safe and fend off Salford’s advances. Could he have come to settle the score between himself and Ezra and be using his imaginary affection for Clio as cover? Could Ezra’s mother’s lover be responsible for killing off his family? And what of his foppish cousin? With too many suspects and no obvious motive, can Ezra and Clio ignore the growing attraction between them as they search for answers…
A Duke for All Seasons (#11): In fear for her life, Grace Afton flees a brutal marriage, only to have her carriage break down in the middle of a summer storm. At the mercy of renegades, Grace is rescued and taken to the safety of an isolated cottage on his estate by Hal Fairfax, the eligible Duke of Swyre.
Hal has been tasked by the government to delve into activities potentially damaging to British interests that revolve around Afton. Hal has never forgotten dancing with the then Grace Selhurst during her season two years previously and being mildly disappointed when she chose to marry Afton. He is violently opposed to Grace’s plan to start a fresh life in America, away from Afton’s reach, but what alternative is available to her? Afton has both the law and society’s sympathy on his side.
Will Afton run Grace to ground before Hal can act? Has Afton broken the law or will Grace be forced to return to her marital home? Will Hal be able to overcome his growing attraction to Grace, the lady who is married to his nemesis? More to the point, will Hal be in time to rescue Grace when the inevitable confrontation with Afton takes place, risking her life and freedom in a desperate attempt to keep the duke safe…
12. To Challenge a Duke: Portia Heston is engaged by Lady Selby to prepare her daughter Emily for presentation. She is delighted when she is included in an invitation issued by the Dowager Duchess of Hamilton to spend the summer at Hamilton Hall. Lady Selby intends to promote a marriage between Emily and Elijah, the highly eligible duke.
Portia has a very different purpose in mind. Her half-brother Jeramiah is missing, last seen in the vicinity of the duke’s estate attempting to break up a criminal enterprise. Portia is determined to rescue the only relative she cares about from his own impetuosity.
When Elijah catches Portia eavesdropping on a conversation with one of his tenants his curiosity is aroused regarding this most unusual and opinionated paid companion. Together they delve into a murky world of dishonest financial gain possibly intended to fund a political uprising.
Can Elijah prevent the rebellion that will destroy his family’s name and chip away at the foundation of society? More to the point, can he keep Portia out of harm’s way? Will Portia find Jeramiah alive and what is she supposed to do about her growing admiration for the duke …
Download Instructions:
Books 3-11:
https://devuploads.com/vtl7izz0ntoi
https://www.centfile.com/im4p2byikuow
11. A Duke for All Seasons
https://devuploads.com/iwlyr6bvccuy
https://www.centfile.com/39aaamgpxbs4
Dangerous Dukes #1: To Defy a Duke
Dangerous Dukes #2: The Duke's Legacy
Head of eBooks
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Head of eBooks
- Posts 103667
- Location ❤️
- WRZ$
1427742.00
Head of eBooks
- Posts 103667
- Location ❤️
- WRZ$
1427742.00
Head of eBooks
- Posts 103667
- Location ❤️
- WRZ$
1427742.00