In the continuation of the Duke’s Heiress series, the second of three women who was bequeathed a sizable inheritance from a Duke has been found. She is Rosamund Jameson, a milliner. She only met the Duke on one occasion, but that was enough to make an impression. She gains money and half ownership of a company. The other half is owned by the Duke’s nephew, Kevin Radnor, who is fiercely protective of his invention that is at the core of this company.

In Heiress in Red Silk, it was a welcome change to read about non "ton" main characters. Their discussions were about trade and business decisions rather than the typical ballroom gossip. Rosamund has an innate business sense. As the book progresses the partnership between Kevin and Rosamund grows both professionally and personally.

Kevin’s cousin Chase and his wife Minerva (from Heiress for Hire) appear frequently in this book. Another cousin, Nicholas, who is the current duke, shows up as well as the cousins are all close. He will be featured in the third book of this series. He is in need of a fortune and a wife.

Like Heiress for Hire, there is resumption of the overarching family drama with the disgruntled relatives who feel they should have inherited the money. These scenes have great dialogue. The ongoing mystery surrounding the Duke’s death adds to the drama as well.

Thank you NetGalley and Kensington Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.