Jeffries has crafted a fun, steamy romance set amongst a raucous aristocratic family. She blended mystery and romance into a fun, satisfying read. I look forward to more books about the rest of the Dukes in the series.

We’re introduced in this novel to the three half-brothers whose mother had married three separate dukes. Sure, that happened. Anyway, all her children are gathered together after her final husband died in suspicious circumstances. Her oldest son, the Duke of Greycourt, comes to help out his mother and finds himself falling for Beatrice, a niece-by-marriage of his mother’s third marriage. She’s frank and innocent of the rules of society. And her brother, an injured soldier, seems to be the prime suspect in the suspicious death of the third husband.

Everything seems to happen rather fast - the romance and the mystery (which doesn’t get resolved in this book and will be held over for probably the novels to come about the other half-brothers and half-sister.) So this novel serves as a set up for the romances in the series to come.

I liked Beatrice who was not a simpering or shy woman. She says what she thinks and that’s refreshing...to the reader and the Duke.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book that I received from Netgalley; however, the opinions are my own and I did not receive any compensation for my review.

This is Bea and Grey’s story. Grey is a Duke who has hidden himself behind a cool veneer. Bea is a poor relation to Grey’s brother. Grey’’s brother thinks that Bea’s brother killed his father. He asks Grey to investigate. There are many twists and turns. The story was very fast moving. I couldn’t put the book down. I’m eagerly awaiting the next story in the series.

I loved that Beatrice was feisty, opinionated and not out looking for a man to “save” her. There are many different characters in the book, but once you’re introduced to everyone, this is an easy and fun read. There is a good amount of tension and banter between Grey and Beatrice and they both must decide whether to trust in their growing attraction for one another. A solid story with a bit of mystery for any readers who love historical romances. I can't say I loved it though. It was a bit boring in parts and the dialogue was a too stilted and strange for me. I didn't have enough investment in the characters.

Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this book!

3.5 Stars

Sabrina Jeffries writes romantic, sweet and easy to read stories . And Project Duchess is the perfect example.

I liked reading this Historical Romance. It's the perfect Summer read.



I requested a early copy of Project Duchess by Sabrina Jeffries and I am giving my unbiased and voluntary review. #ProjectDuchess #NetGalley

I love Sabrina Jeffries but this was not my favorite book by her. At 20% in I was kinda bored. Not really sure why. Maybe it was me and I just wasn't in the mood but I just kept waiting for more and not really getting it. Some good parts but lots of set up for the next books with characters I just couldn't get in to at all. The parts with all the family together I think were supposed to be fun and witty and they just weren't. Even when the H and h first meet I thought their conversation was boring but the H kept referencing it and how it drew him to her. I even went back and reread their first meeting again, Still nothing. I will absolutely read more books by this author as I have loved her past books!!! I would recommend to others who enjoy her books. Im going to give it some time and try this one again since there are so many great reviews. I received an ARC of this book for my honest opinion.

Project Duchess is a fun romp in a series filled with interesting characters. This one proceeds in a typical Regency romance fashion, made fresh by characters that are more three dimensional than most. Recommend.
I provided an honest review in exchange for a free advance reader's copy.

I love Sabrina Jeffries' books and this is no exception.
There is romance, a big family bond, and a murder mystery to be solved. The mystery will be solved over the course of this series and that is just another reason for the reader to watch out for more from this series.
I loved this book for it sets up the foundation for all the characters, and goes about introducing the family dynamics.
Definitely looking forward to this series.

Beatrice is the granddaughter of a duke. Grey is a duke. Their families are meshed. Grey comes home for his stepfathers funeral where he meets Beatrice. She is an outspoken young woman who intrigues Grey. They are thrown together while she is learning to dance for her debut. There are secrets and hidden, hurtful pasts but somehow they find their HEA.

The first book in Sabrina's new Series is full of great characters, an ongoing mystery and a lovely story. I enjoyed this story because I have been reading Sabrina's books since her first Historical Romance Novel written as Deborah Martin "Moonlight Enchantment" in 1992. This story had me laughing in the first chapter. Her writing is lyrical with lots of action, witty dialogue, steamy love scenes and a satisfying end to this story with an intriguing teaser for the next book in the series.

Absolutely loved this!!! Huge thank you to the publishers and Netgalley for sending this book my way! This was my first Sabrina Jeffries book and it definitely won’t be my last! I’m very excited to go through her backlist but I’m even more eager for the next book in this enchanting new series.

So the premise of this one follows a mother who has been widowed three times and all different children and relations. It’s a huge family and everyone’s connected so the family tree in the beginning definitely helped. I had to double check that our hero and heroine weren’t related which was weird but once it’s set up and we get introduced to everyone, the story really gets going. Grey is called back to his family estate due to his stepfathers death and Beatrice is planning the funeral but she’s also related to his half brother which is why her and her brother live on property. As soon as these two meet, they have an instant connection and the banter is so much fun. I love that they have this honesty pack with each other, no matter what. It was so refreshing and I loved how Beatrice never held back anything she had to say.

Beatrice was so easy to follow and relate too. I loved how strong she was, especially what she had gone through with her awful uncle. I really loved how consent played a huge part because of that and the way Grey handled it was so wonderful. I loved Grey so much and HE SAID ALL THE RIGHT THINGS ALL HE TIME OH MY GOD! He had me swooning during some of his speeches to Beatrice. They were so sweet! Although, he did make me want to shake him a little bit towards the middle/endish and it almost felt a bit repetitive but I really liked how he trusted Beatrice and how they related to each other in a way because of their individual pasts.

I loved how they hardly had any drama with eachother and when they did, it didn’t last long at all. It was so refreshing to read and I loved how Sabrina Jeffries didn’t just throw in angst, just to have angst. These two just connected and fell in love. It was beautiful to see them learn how to understand their feelings, especially Grey. I liked his relationships with his family including his mother. It did feel like it was a tad rushed but this novel is pretty short and I actually liked that it wasn’t dragged out because it didn’t need to be. It was just perfect.

I loved how the plot revolves around a murder and I wish we knew the answers but that’s carrying over to the next book and IM SO EXCITED FOR IT!! I’m dying for Joshua and Gwynn’s book!!! Ahhhhhh I love them and ship them already! I loved all the side characters and I’m very excited to see them all live happily ever after! Can’t wait to read more from Sabrina Jeffries!

Jeffries has just set up another intriguing, inventive historical series premise: a woman who has been widowed three times by dukes after presenting each with an heir, so three of her sons are half-brothers and each dukes in their own right. This first book focuses on the oldest, called Grey, who has been estranged from the family for many years. When he comes home at last for his stepfather’s funeral, he finds himself falling hard for his brother’s cousin, Beatrice. (Fortunately there’s a family tree at the beginning. It all makes sense, I swear.)

Beatrice is guarded around men for her own reasons and determined to remain independent. But she’s still drawn to Grey. Also there’s a tense subplot involving Beatrice’s war-wounded brother and a series of possible murders. The sprawling cast of characters here is delightful and I can’t wait to see the other siblings get their own stories!

#ProjectDuchess not the best title if I’m honest! But it is by Sabrina Jeffries and she has a reputation of being rather good at historical romances.

Fletcher “Grey” Pryde, 4th Duke of Greycourt had once been close to his family that was until he was sent back to England to claim his dukedom under the guardianship of his uncle. Torn from a happy home Grey was distant from his mother and siblings until his stepfather passed away suddenly.

Beatrice Wolfe had been fending off her unruly uncle for years and dealing with her surly brother, she’d hoped for a quiet life. The chance to find a husband and have children.

Their unlikely romance is lovely, both characters adorable in their own way. Strong and stubborn. I enjoyed it throughly and look forward to Thorns and the others stories.

<b>**Thanks to the author and #netgalley for the advanced copy of this book. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.** </b>

The Duchess Project highlights the idea that people’s true self is often buried beneath appearances. When they first meet, the two main characters of Grey and Bea only see what is on the surface. Grey is damaged and displays arrogance and distance to both strangers and family alike. Bea is Grey’s half-brother’s cousin and has been orphaned and reliant upon Grey’s extended family. However, Bea is still her own strong person, very charming and outspoken, which is an interesting dichotomy that the author manages quite well. Although Bea and Grey clash when they first meet, there is an undeniable attraction there. Naturally, they face obstacles and mysteries.

The author has woven the family and underlying mystery together in Bea and Grey’s story, setting us up for a continuance to the series. This family has their issues, but most of all they love each other. I enjoyed this book, it’s a great beach read if you’re looking for one, and I look forward to reading others in the series as well. Good story, interesting characters and mysteries – it’s a win/win/win.

I was happy that I asked for Ms. Jeffries book, this is the first book in this series and with how she started it lets me know that I will be looking forward to reading the rest. We meet Grey a standoffish Duke. He is that way because he was raised away from his family since the age of 10 and now doesn't really let anyone in. We meet Beatrice who is sort of a relation to him since she is his half brothers cousin. These are instantly attracted to each other but both feel that they would not suit. She is penniless and even though she is 26 an age that would be considered on the shelf has not even had a debut. Grey offers to assist both her and his sister on the ways of the ton and while spending time together they cannot deny a chemistry but they have multiple problems that will put a damper on things. 1) he is trying to get info on her brother to prove or disprove that he killed his uncle which would be Grey's stepdad. 2)Greys manipulative aunt trying to force his hand on marrying his cousin...How will they overcome it? Grab a copy and enjoy! I personally can not wait on reading more from this family.

Two and a half stars.

Fletcher “Grey” Pryde, 5th Duke of Greycourt is summoned to his step-father's estate when he receives news that his step-father Maurice has died unexpectedly. His mother had married three Dukes and had five children, three of whom were now Dukes in their own rights (following the deaths of their respective fathers). Grey has never forgiven his family for sending him to England to live with his abusive uncle when he was only a young boy, leaving him to grow up alone.

When Grey arrives he mistakes his step-father's niece Beatrice Wolfe for a maid or a representative from the undertakers, he is arrogant and abrupt for which Beatrice cuts him nicely down to size.

Originally Grey intended to spend only a night with his family before returning to London, but when his step-brother Sheridan shares his suspicion that Maurice was murdered, and indeed that his brother Armie was also murdered before him, Grey feels compelled to stay and help with the investigations, especially when suspicion falls on Beatrice's older brother Joshua.

Meantime, Grey's mother is determined to present Beatrice at court when she presents her own daughter Gwynn, ashamed that Maurice's brother Armie didn't do more for his niece. She forces Grey and his brothers to help in coaching the girls in the etiquette of high society, including teaching them to dance.

At first Grey cultivates Beatrice's company to further his investigations into Joshua but soon he is intrigued by her honesty, her beauty and her wit. But his childhood has made him slow to trust others, especially with his heart, and a lowly woman with no dowry is not a suitable candidate for the role of Duchess of Greycourt.

I really enjoyed the start of this novel, the idea of a woman who had been married three times, the hint of mystery, the feisty heroine and the supercilious hero - catnip I tell you!

Unfortunately, all too soon the focus of the novel turned to page after page after page of heavy petting and sexual encounters with little to no plot development. On and on it went, full of florid language like his 'large staff' and references to 'ravishing' and 'plundering', it felt repetitive and frankly derivative. I was also massively disappointed by the end(view spoiler). This felt 'wrong', the heavy-handed use of historical words alongside the modern sexual attitudes just didn't sit right for me. Even the cover doesn't fit the novel, given that the family is in mourning and Beatrice is a poor relation.

I have only read one novella written by Sabrina Jeffries which I really enjoyed, maybe her writing style is more appealing to me in a shorter format.

I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

Murder and romance, a winning combination in my mind. Were not one but two dukes murdered? In a book filled with three living and four deceased dukes, this is a novel of the creme de la creme and the misdeeds that befall men of such exalted ranks in society. I am a sucker for a good ducal romance and this book crossed all the Ts and dotted every "i" I could desire. It left me wanting more, which is good because we still have two dukes and their sister to go, along with possibly the marital happiness of one or two other characters before we can wrap up this series and it's subsequent murder plot. Masterfully crafted by the renowned Sabrina Jeffries, this was another must have for my shelf that I couldn't put down. I eagerly anticipate the next book in the series.

I like Beatrice, but was annoyed when she put her brother before the msn she claimed to love. Grey is upstanding. He was the calming influence at times. They are souls who faced challenges asyoug peope but found their own HEA.

Having an idyllic childhood with his mother replaced by one with a manipulative aunt and uncle has left Fletcher Pryde, the Duke of Greycourt wealthy and shrewd, but with a hardened heart and a falsified reputation as a rogue. Grey has put his focus on expanding his holdings, not look to settle down. When his mother is widowed yet again and he meets and unconventional cousin of his half brother, Grey is instantly intrigued. Even still, he knows himself to be incapable of love, no matter how drawn to her he is.

After her horrid uncle's treatment of her, Beatrice Wolfe doesn't put much stock in romance and only craves security. The arrogant duke isn't exactly changing her outlook either, even if she's desperately attracted to him. Beatrice has become the latest 'project' of Grey's grief-stricken mother and soon he's also helping to prepare her and his half sister Gwyn for a London debut. The more Beatrice gets to know Grey, the more difficult it is for her to keep her distance, but when he starts probing into the family's skeletons she may be forced to choose between her loyalty to family and her newfound feelings.

This was a delightful story and very refreshing for me since my reads lately have been so short on heroines who are strong without being annoying or insipid. Beatrice was neither of those things, but rather her outspokenness and unconventionality, as well as her refusal to be cowed, made her lovable. Grey was adorably damaged but lovable as well, he just had to learn to see that as well. This story was emotional and an endearing tale of family, while also including some mystery to keep me intrigued for the next book as well.

This is a delightful start to a new series and I can't wait for the next installment already.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Wonderful enemies to lovers historical!

Sabrina Jeffries wields drama and wit in equal measure with these vibrant characters. Both Fletcher, Duke of Greycourt and Beatrice Wolfe have their reasons for guarding their heart, and I loved how it was revealed layer by layer.

Sparks and barbed words fly almost immediately after meeting for the first time at the funeral of Fletcher's step-father, Maurice - the third husband to die after being married to Lydia Fletcher. There's definitely something more going on than an accidental drowning and Fletcher's half-brother tasks him with investigating Beatrice's recalcitrant brother.

Jeffries weaves the conflict and romance so nicely, and juggles a fairly large cast of characters with ease. I can't wait to see where this mystery takes us in the next Duke Dynasty novel!