This was a short and entertaining, well-paced read with a charming sense of place and time and well written dialogues. I do wish it were longer, it helps with build up and really getting into a story. But for a quick read, this is a good one.

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Since they occurred concurrently, it was fun to read Jonathan MacLean's story after reading Calvin McAlistair’s story in Book 9 Dawn with a Duke. I loved how Jonathan interacted with everyone far and wide, it was very entertaining. Angelica Parker was such a strong woman to set out on her own to achieve her dreams! Another great addition to the 12 Dukes of Christmas series.

Already Duke number 10, but every Duke still has a wonderful story of its own. I find myself always very happy to accompagny Erica Ridley to Cressmouth (or better known as Christmas). After we heard of the Fit for a Duke clothing line in Dawn with a Duke, we now can meet Calvin's compagnon: the happy-go-lucky Jonathan MacLean. Jonathan is always on adventure, meeting new people and travelling to places he has never been before. Angelica Parker has never set foot out of Christmas for the last seven years. Because she has worked hard to start her very own jewelershop. As a woman, she has fought very hard to gain her independence. So, she has little time for the charming visitor of her shop. Even if he keeps on coming back and stealing kisses.
For the first time in forever, Jonathan starts envisioning a home to come home to. A home with Angelica in it. But Angelica isn't looking for a husband. Can the Christmas miracles of Cressmouth lend a hand? Find out for yourself in this wonderful cozy read. Five out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

This is the first of Ridley's books that I've read that featured an inter-racial couple which was interesting and unique for the genre. The story however, was boring. They meet, they talked, they worked through their own mental issues. There was no action or much plot. There was no passion, the couple seemed luke warm. I prefer the "high stakes" forbidden romances. That may be why I much prefer her Gothic romances that typically have a mystery and action included in the plot. I don't know, this one was a miss for me.

Love this series.Fun storyline charming characters a story line that keeps me entertained a series I highly recommend each book is a treat to read.#netgalley #onenightwithaduke

I love this series, each can also be read as a stand alone though, A small village, busy jeweller and a dashing Scot at Christmas feature in this story, what’s not to love. Really enjoyed the quirky characters and the whole finding oneself that Jonathan undergoes, ignore the past and make your own future. Great quick read.

This is my fair and honest review, voluntarily given and in my own words, for this ARC. Admittedly, I am a fan of Ms Ridley and I adore this series. Who wouldn't? The 12 dukes series is so quirky and witty and so well written. Fantastic characters and story line. IMHO, these are as different as they come and you won't regret buying the whole series. My only criticism is that they are not longer.

Very unusual main characters in this story! The female, Angelica, is a black jeweler who runs her own business in the town of Cressmouth. She is trying to make a name for herself. Jonathan is an illegitimate son who has made money investing in small everyday businesses. He flits about from town to town never wanting to stay in the same place twice. When a snowstorm forces him to stay in Cressmouth, he discovers Angelica and the advantages of living in a place where everyone knows you. I received a copy from NetGalley and WebMotion for my honest review.

Another fun part of the series. Delightfully eccentric characters. and an equally delightful funny and flippant storyline.. I loved it. Definitely one for anyone to read.

Erica Ridley's love stories are fantastically fabulous. I received an ARC of "One Night with a Duke " from Erica Ridley via Netgalley. This story was so amazing and entertaining that I read it in one night because I just couldn’t pit it down. Jonathan MacLean is an always on the road, looking for an adventure, monry making and super generous kind of man. Angelica Parker is a jeweler, an exquisite hard working, super talented jeweler. The two meet, where else but in Cressmouth, during the Christmas season. Another 6 out of 5 stars for Erica Ridley.

Angelica Parker has no time for distractions. Busy with her work as a jeweler in the village of Cressmouth at Christmas, she barely has time to sleep. Will a dashing Scotsman make her rethink her priorities? Find out in this witty, charming bit of holiday cheer, the tenth in a series of twelve books about dukes.

Jonathan is too much to handle. If I were to have meet him I probably would have turned around and walked away. A little overwhelming to Angelica also. As the story goes on we come to understand why Jonathan is the way he is. I think that the town of Cressmouth, better known as Christmas, was just what he needed to find where he really belongs.

Jonathan, a Scot, doesn’t stay in one place, traveling constantly, introducing himself to strangers and encouraging them to ask him anything. Oh and giving away money, especially to ‘start ups.’ Angelica, a Black Englishwoman, has stayed in one place for 7 years designing and selling jewelry in her shop. When Jonathan gets snowed in and has to stay in the village he finds Angelica’s shop and is drawn to her, reading to her while she works and bringing her meals. How can love flourish between such disimilar characters?
This is an engaging and redemptive Christmas tale. Jonathan, so lost, is so endearing a character. Angelica is a strong Black woman, firmly planted in the village, is a fascinating character. Watching their love grow and finally come to a satisfying conclusion is gratifying.

Erica Ridley writes terrific romances. The characters are terrific as usual. The hero is especially sweet in this book. Love the heroine as well. She's strong and brave. I love how social issues are dealt with in this novel... It's not patronizing but educational. Terrific story!

Another warm and heartfelt romance in Cressmouth. Although this can be read as a standalone, it ties in with 'Dawn with a Duke" to reflect the other side of the partnership in the creation of "Fit for a Duke".

Jonathan is Calvin's partner in creating and promoting their new venture of making fashionable clothes at an affordable cost. He doesn't setlle in one place. That way he doesn't have to endure the bad memories of his past.

Angelica is the jeweler in Cressmouth. She has to honour a contract which leaves her with little to no time for any leisure. When Jonathan walks into her shop, everything changes. Can he give up his wandering ways and settle for what he could call home?

Jonathan has this incredible personality. He is amusing and adorable even if he carries the unpleasant baggage from his past. Angelica is sweet. She can be herself in Cressmouth and not being judged for being black. Their friendship turns into a beautiful love story. I love the writing style, the pace, the portrayal and the romance. A great addition to this series.

Thank you NetGalley and Erica Ridley for the chance to read an early copy of this book!

I had pre-ordered this as soon as I finished reading the prior book in the series, DAWN WITH A DUKE because I loved that book and it had some nice sequel bait sprinkled in very lightly (Jonathan's business partner Calvin teases him about being bored, and Jonathan blushes!). So I was very happy to find that this book is also a delight!

Our hero Jonathan is kind of like a puppy. Very eager, always ready for adventure, exceedingly positive. He even thinks to himself about how people have compared him to an overeager puppy and his response is that puppies are great, there are way worse things to be compared to, I'd rather be like a puppy.

Our heroine Angelica is much more serious. She has been working to establish her jewelry business for 7 years and she won't let anyone, even a talkative Scotsman, distract her from her goals. She even wears copies of the same clothes every day so she doesn't waste time choosing what to wear.

I love a good opposites attract and this one was very cute. Jonathan loves being nomadic and never visits the same town twice, but when he gets snowed in, he explores the small town, happens upon the best jeweler in all of England, and before he knows it has become a regular at the bakery across the street, and he actually doesn't hate getting to know people and building relationships that go beyond talking about the weather.

The one thing that threw me off a little was that DAWN WITH A DUKE had some steam to it, with some excellent chemistry (the hottest unbuttoning scene!) and a love scene. This one actually just has kissing and is much more a meeting of the minds. I prefer my romances to be on the steamy side so I was a little sad, but this is a <150-page book so it kind of makes sense, and additionally I admire that Angelica says she doesn't want to be intimate before marriage and adheres to those principles (she is Christian and a regular church-goer, with a famous pastor for an uncle).

As you can see from the above, this is a very cute romance between two people and it's very enjoyable...but it's also a historical interracial romance! Angelica is Black and the text weaves in not only historical information (London had a Black community of 10-20 thousand people during the Regency; slavery existed in England at the time because even though it was illegal to buy or sell people, some wealthy people refused to free enslaved people they already had power over; Ignatius Sancho was a Black writer and composer who was the first Black man known to have voted in a British election--just to point out a few things I learned!), but also small things on how her race might shape her point of view (I should add that I am white so I will defer to Black reviewers on assessing the representation). For example, Jonathan enters her shop and starts asking her who she is, and she tenses, thinking that he'll mistake her for a servant. But he finishes the sentence and she realizes he has (correctly) assumed she is the owner of the shop, and it just lights her up. One thing I think readers will enjoy in additional to all the historical knowledge is that we never see racism on the page -- there is discussion of slavery and the slave trade, and mention that yes some of the tourists in the town are...not great to her, but we get the idea without having to see Angelica or her family treated poorly in a scene.

Oh, and make sure to read through to the Author's Note which has a few other historical facts and links to 10 Wikipedia pages on notable Black people in Britain before 1800, mostly 18th century but one was a silk weaver independent business owner in the late 16th century!

I had a great time reading this book and even though it is only fall, it definitely put me in the Christmas spirit!





Content notes: though this book is generally very cheery, just like its hero, we do have some off-the-page mention of depression and opiate addiction leading to death. And as mentioned above, references to past instances of racism against our heroine

Stunning, delightful Christmas romance!

Every time I read one of the 12 Dukes of Christmas I'm convinced it's better than the last, and this one really stands above the rest. Angelica shines as the independent and immensely talented jeweler who is determined to call her own shots despite the heavy odds stacked against her. Jonathan is happy to live as an itinerant traveler/salesman because having no roots equals having no risks to his heart.

Christmas only brings heartache to Jonathan, so he's trying to avoid it as much he can in the tiny mountain village that celebrates the holiday year-round. In Angelica he finds a kindred spirit who calms and centers him despite their vastly different outlooks on life.

Social issues - women's rights, racism, slavery - are all handled brilliantly with a matter-of-fact approach that showcases the best in human virtue rather than dwelling on the worst. Nothing is swept under the rug, but issues are accepted and overcome with grace and dignity above all.

This was a beautifully sweet, tender romance that knocked down all their self-erected walls and brought these two wonderfully caring people to their well-deserved HEA. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.