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Ten Things I Hate About the Duke

Book 2 in the series:Difficult Dukes

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'Ten Things I Hate About the Duke' by Loretta Chase is a historical romance novel set in Regency England that follows the story of Cassandra Pomfret and Lucius, Duke of Ashmont. The plot revolves around Cassandra, a strong-willed and intelligent woman who encounters Ashmont after a carriage accident caused by his drunken state. Despite their initial differences, a slow-burn romance develops between them as Ashmont strives to prove himself worthy of Cassandra's trust and respect. The writing style is rich in wit, humor, and social commentary, with a focus on character growth and development, particularly in Ashmont's transformation from an immature rake to a deserving hero.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with the heroine being assertive and the hero undergoing a significant transformation.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by sharp wit, strong emotional connections, and a solid historical context.

Plot/Storyline:

The story follows a marriage of convenience between a strong-willed woman and a reformed rake, involving personal growth and societal challenges.

Setting:

The setting is firmly rooted in Regency England, providing a rich backdrop for the story's themes.

Pacing:

The pacing begins slowly, but it accelerates later in the story, aligning with the characters' emotional arcs.
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Notes:

The book is the second in the Difficult Dukes series by Loretta Chase.
It starts a week after the first book, A Duke in Shining Armor.
The story involves a carriage accident caused by the drunken Duke Lucius, who has a troubled past.
Lady Cassandra deGriffith is the heroine, known for her outspoken opinions and is considered on the shelf at 26.
Cassandra has a childhood crush on Lucius, which complicates their relationship.
The book explores the marriage of convenience trope as Lucius proposes to save Cassandra's reputation.
The second half of the book presents strong character development and romance.
The narrative is infused with social commentary, highlighting women's rights themes.
Cassandra is involved with the Andromeda Society, focusing on social justice.
Lucius undergoes significant personal growth, aiming to become a better man and win Cassandra's affection.
The book features only one explicit sex scene but emphasizes emotional intimacy.
The characters engage in witty banter and humorous moments, enhancing their chemistry.
The story includes secondary characters from the previous book, adding depth to the narrative.
Cassandra faces societal pressure due to her strong feminist views and protective family dynamics.

Has Romance?

The romance is a central focus of the story, featuring a strong and evolving relationship between the main characters.

From The Publisher:

USA Today bestselling author Loretta Chase continues her Difficult Dukes series with this delightful spin on Shakespeare's classic, The Taming of the Shrew.

This time, who's taming whom…

Cassandra Pomfret holds strong opinions she isn't shy about voicing. But her extremely plain speaking has caused an uproar, and her exasperated father, hoping a husband will rein her in, has ruled that her beloved sister can't marry until Cassandra does.

Now, thanks to a certain wild-living nobleman, the last shreds of Cassandra's reputation are about to disintegrate, taking her sister's future and her family's good name along with them.

The Duke of Ashmont's looks make women swoon. His character flaws are beyond counting. He's lost a perfectly good bride through his own carelessness. He nearly killed one of his two best friends. Still, troublemaker that he is, he knows that damaging a lady's good name isn't sporting.

The only way to right the wrong is to marry her…and hope she doesn't smother him in his sleep on their wedding night.

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