Who Would Like This Book:
If you crave emotional, character-driven historical romance with juicy slow-burn chemistry and whip-smart dialogue, this one's for you. Julie Anne Long hits all the right notes with a memorable older hero and a quietly compelling heroine whose relationship sizzles with wit, humor, and genuine vulnerability. The banter is top-tier, the sensual tension is off the charts, and the house party setting adds to the delicious intrigue. Readers who enjoy nuanced, mature romance, period charm, and stories where the leads truly see and transform each other will be hooked. If you've been on the fence about age-gap romances, many reviewers say this book just might win you over.
Who May Not Like This Book:
If you prefer your romances packed with high-stakes action or adventure, you might find this one on the quieter side, as it's heavily centered on relationship growth over external plot. The significant age gap and the hero's original revenge motivation aren’t for everyone, especially if you prefer fully ethical leads or find those tropes off-putting. Historical romance sticklers might notice incorrect use of titles and forms of address, which could be distracting. Some readers also noted the love triangle elements and the heroine’s initial fixation on another man isn’t their cup of tea.
About:
'What I Did for a Duke' by Julie Anne Long is a historical romance set in Regency England, part of the Pennyroyal Green series. The story follows the relationship between an older, mature Duke of Falconbridge and a younger, intelligent, and independent woman, Genevieve Eversea. The book explores themes of revenge, love, forgiveness, wit, humor, and finding true love amidst societal expectations and personal growth. Readers praised the character-driven narrative, the slow-building romance between the hero and heroine, and the witty, humorous dialogues that add depth to the story.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include themes of infidelity and emotional manipulation.
Has Romance?
Yes, the book explicitly features a strong romantic storyline.
From The Publisher:
"A fresh voice that stands out….Delicious and delightful!"
-Karen Hawkins
Romance superstar Amanda Quick calls Julie Anne Long, "a fantastic writer," and says, "her writing glows." Suzanne Enoch calls Long's work, "warm, witty, and fabulous!" This rapidly rising star of historical romance dazzles once again with What I Did For a Duke-the next fabulous installment in her sensual and emotionally charged Pennyroyal Green series. This Regency delight focuses on a dark duke with a sinful reputation and his determined efforts to seduce and ruin the innocent sister of his enemy-only to fall victim himself to the gentle lady's good nature and passionate soul. What I Did For a Duke follows Long's delightful I Kissed an Earl, continuing the colorful feud between the Eversea and Redmond families, and it's one of the most scandalously entertaining love stories in many a season.
Ratings (35)
Incredible (6) | |
Loved It (10) | |
Liked It (7) | |
It Was OK (10) | |
Did Not Like (2) |
Reader Stats (88):
Read It (40) | |
Want To Read (24) | |
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2 comment(s)
Not a bad read for a romance novel!
As these things go, kind of perfect?
What can you read after
What I Did for a Duke?
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