The Governess and the Duke

I like this author, despite the modern anachronisms and overly simplified sense of humour, but this one bit the dust. James was adorable as a hero, I loved him and the beginning was tolerable, but then it went downhill, much like Felicity. I HATED Viola, my god that woman was a spineless jellyfish.......more

Governess Miss Viola Winslow is quite familiar with the rules of society, and her place in it. But her crush on James, Duke of Huntington, hasn’t gone unnoticed by her scheming young charge who fakes a timely injury. Unable to travel or leave, Viola has no choice but to remain at the Duke’s estate a......more

The Governess and the Duke is a fun and entertaining historical romance with dynamic characters and an electric romance. I enjoyed reading about Viola and Hunt and their road to finding love. They have amazing chemistry, and their romance is my favorite part of the story. Viola has crushed on Hunt si......more

Lydia Drake's recent romances have done an amazing job of avoiding the dreaded miscommunication tropes, and The Governess and the Duke is no exception. Viola has been in love with her employer's friend, James Montagu, a DUKE, for a decade. He knows she exists, but that's about it. Viola's charge, Fe......more

A difference in class doesn't keep Viola from falling in love with the Duke of Huntington. It's been ten years from the time she met him. Her charge arranges the opportunity for her and the duke to be together. All it takes is a push in the right direction for them fall in love. Many obstacles with......more