How to Capture a Duke
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Lady Olivia, the youngest sister of the Earl of Castleton, has no patience for the boring gentlemen of aristocratic society. She longs for a more adventurous life like the ladies who visit the Raven Club. But her plans are thwarted when her family drags her to a country house party to meet the elusive Duke of Keswick.
Tristan Cameron, the Duke of Keswick, finds Olivia in his stables. She believes him to be the stable master, and he doesn’t dissuade her of the notion. He has no interest in entertaining one of the spoiled, self-indulgent ladies who’ve invaded his home. Except, Olivia is neither of those things, and their shared kiss during a ride results in combustible passion.
And a potential scandal.
Olivia is relieved when the handsome stable master comes to her aid as her alibi, but that relief fades to anger when she suddenly finds herself betrothed to the harsh, foul-tempered duke.
Tristan believes he’s been trapped by a scheming, title-seeking lady. To make matters worse, she’s utterly captivating. He plans on leaving her behind in the country immediately after their vows, but Tristan soon finds himself battling temptation and Olivia’s stubborn determination to be the Duchess he doesn’t believe he deserves...
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Winning his trust
How a mariage beginning on the wrong foot can get a chance when a participant is very unwilling...
This is my first read by Mrs Tina Gabrielle, and this first incursion in her world was delightful.
Olivia is no young damsel in distress, she knows what she wants but life has a way to counteract her own dreams.
So, she tries to make the best with what life gave her. Alas Tristan is quite a challenge. Hopefully she is no one to give up easily, when an action does not work, she is resilient and tries to find an other way.
And she must persevere as slowly she crumbles down the walls her husband has built around his heart.
Olivia is a good woman, she is clever and kind, she will never trick someone but she does find a way to assist without causing harm. She acts always with the care of others in mind.
Tristan after a childhood of abuses, bullied by those whom thought to be stronger and better than him, he has retreated inside his own shell.
Letting no one in.
So when Olivia berges in his life, he sees her as a threat, a menace for his peace of mind. Why he handles her as such. Keeping her at arm’s length, refusing to get to know her and when she is the one closing the distance between them, he still withdraw behind his certitudes.
Their is not an easily mended relationship, when one steps forward, the other backs off. They’re going to need meddlesome and interfering persons to come to terms with their sentiments.
If it is not too late.
I might have liked a bit of groveling on Tristan’s side, as he was a victim as a child, his behavior toward Olivia might not be bullying or abuse, but it is still close too as his distrust distresses her.
4.5 stars for this lovely fast paced charming tale of opening its heart before it dries out. An enchanting read of the strength of the mind.
I was granted an advance copy through Netgalley by the publisher Entangled.
Here is my true and honest opinion.