Quinn just keeps getting better and better, a fact that's sure to delight readers. Beneath the Regency charm of this novel, however, dwells an insightful exploration of the impact of childhood trauma and the healing power of love. The Duke and I is rich with author Julia Quinn's trademark humor and engaging dialogue. And though Daphne cares for him deeply, she won't settle for anything less than his heart. But Simon fears that his painful past may keep him from being able to truly love anyone.

The two never anticipated that a mutual attraction would lead to the very thing they set out to avoid-a wedding. Their mutual wish for a respite from the ton's marriage mart leads to a pretend engagement-a scheme that is threatened with exposure by Daphne's suspicious older brother, who happens to know Simon's way with women very well. Neither Simon nor Daphne is happy with this annoying state of affairs and both would give anything for a little peace and quiet. From their earliest days, children of aristocrats learn how to address an earl and curtsey before a prince-while. In the ballrooms and drawing rooms of Regency London, rules abound. Tired too is the lovely Daphne Bridgerton, whose matrimonially minded mother is set on finding her daughter the perfect husband. From 1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn comes the first novel in her beloved Regency-set series featuring the charming, powerful Bridgerton family. Relentlessly pursued by match-making mamas and their charges, Simon Bassett, the handsome Duke of Hastings, has grown tired of the societal chase. Receive an exclusive, special edition, hardcover copy of The Duke and I by Julia Quinn This edition includes the special edition artwork on the cover.

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