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Second Duke's the Charm

By: Kate Bateman
Narrated by: Beverley A. Crick
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Meet Her Majesty’s Rebels: three brilliant women who run King Co., London’s most exclusive investigative agency …

The wedding-night death of her much older husband left Tess Townsend the Dowager Duchess of Wansford—and still a virgin. Now she and her two best friends investigate London’s most scandalous crimes, and while Tess longs to experience physical pleasure for herself, she can’t risk losing her treasured independence …

Cynical shipping magnate Justin Thornton never expected to inherit a dukedom, but he’ll do his duty. When the ravishing woman he kissed at a party turns out to be the Dowager Duchess, Justin sees an obvious solution: a marriage of convenience that will suit them both.

But the passion that sparks between them is anything but convenient. As Tess works on a new case at the request of Queen Charlotte, her increasingly suspicious behavior makes Justin question her motives—and her past. The infuriating woman clearly can’t be trusted, but Justin doesn’t believe in love, so there’s absolutely no danger of him falling for his own wife … is there?

KATE BATEMAN’s writing is: “Brimming with intrigue, passion, and humor.”—Publishers Weekly “Pure fun.”—BookPage

©2024 Kate Bateman (P)2024 Recorded Books Historical Historical Fiction Regency Regency Romance Romance Royal Romance Royalty Marriage Witty
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A beautiful historical romance in which the strong, independent woman triumphs in love. A little mystery, some good humour and spicy lovemaking delivered by an absolutely amazing narrator. The narrator is so important and here is the proof. Kate Bateman has definitely made it to my favourite authors list and Beverly A Crick most definitely one of my most favourite narrators.

Strong woman wins again

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I really enjoyed this so much! I can't believe I did but it's so entertaining, funny at times and generally just a cozy feel good listen . If you need a cheer up then give it a go,(provided you like corny romantic books) 👍🏼

Love this!😊

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I am a massive fan of Kate Bateman. Her female characters are clearly no nonsense women who know what they want and Tess and her close friends in King and Co are perfect examples of this. Never a dull moment in the start of this series kicking off with Tess and Justin. A story that had you hooked from chapter 1. Beverley Crick’s narration elevates this story bring the characters to life. A brilliant start👏🏽👏🏽⭐️

Loved this story ❤️

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Wonderfully romantic. If you like period romance with a very good story, then this is for you. This is one of my favourites and will listen again. A good narrator too.

Beautiful

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