The authors Erica Ridley and Darcy Burke are writing this series. This story centers around a Duke and a woman living with a cousin because her parents died. She has more freedom than most women in the time period. The Duke was determined to find the heroine a suitable match but falls for her himself. It turns out they have a lot in common because the Duke is in the House of Lords and Diana is covertly keeping track of the weights and measures that are used. The more they are together the more they realize they love each other, however, HEA doesn't come easily. A very interesting idea for the background story of laws at that time. I can't wait to read Ms. Ridley's book.


I was given this as an ARC from the author and the opinions are my own. I would recommend this book to anyone. Delightful read.

Diana Middleton is more than just a wallflower, for she enjoys being an independent woman and fixing injustices. She is rather determined, especially with her decision to never marry. The Duke of Colehaven has not lost a bet in 10 years. When accepting a bet to find a husband for his friend's cousin, he did not realize what he would be getting into. Diana and Cole have an attraction to the other, but neither desire marriage. Cole is trying to move his political career forward, but cannot have a wife who would not listen to him. Diana and Cole come to realize they are both fighting injustices, just on different fronts. Diana falls in love with Cole, but he wants to change her into a duchess he thinks is what society wants. Diana has no plans to change herself. Can Cole accept Diana for who she is, since that is the woman he fell in love with?

This is my promised fait and honest review in return for this ARC. What a well told and tantalising story. Our quirky heroine who is willing to give everything up for her beliefs and a hero duke who is still learning.

I do love books where the main characters are not the norm. I also like to learn a bit about history – I think that is one reason why we love historical romance, the escapism and the history. Cole and Diana are perfectly matched characters and you can feel the tension. Oh, and when she said “no,” I swear I could see the surprise on Cole’s face. Lovely turn around of what we come to expect.

One Night for Seduction (Wicked Dukes Club Book 1) by Erica Ridley ... Typical Erica Ridley ...this first book in the WICKED DUKES CLUB series is a winner. Thanks to Erica, #NetGalley and the publisher for letting me preview this book. Cole(Duke of Colehaven..part owner of The Dukes Club..and 10 years of never losing a dare or bet) Diana Middleton(wallflower..ward of Cole's friend..and seeker of justice) I started this book and didn't put it down til I was finished... Erica always pulls me right into the story and I love it. This book is funny, a little sad, full of great characters and some steam all getting us to a very HEA. I can't wait for the next book in the series ONE NIGHT OF SURRENDER.

Reasons I enjoyed this book:
Witty Romantic Page-turner Entertaining Great world building Steamy Unpredictable Easy-to-read Funny Wonderful characters Happily Ever After

One Night for Seduction is the first book in the new Wicked Dukes Club regency romance series. Erica Ridley is writing the odd-numbered books in this series, and Darcy Burke is writing the even-numbered books. I love both writers, so this is a total win win for Regency romance fans.
This was a clever and intelligently written story. I really enjoyed the heroine Diana Middleton. She is witty and determined in her mission to help others. I always enjoy it when an author infuses real historical fact into their writing. The 1815 Weights and Measures Act was a real piece of legislation. Diana’s desire for there to be uniformity in measuring for trade was actually a problem for people back then. Since there was no uniformity, tradesmen could steal from the public quite easily. Ridley takes a topic that could be boring and turns it into something quite magical.
I also enjoyed the heart throbbing hero - Caleb Sutton, fifth Duke of Colehaven. Ridley is hands down one of my very favorite authors. I am excited to see her launch a new series.