I’m sad to say that I did not enjoy this book very much. I thought it told more about Cecilia and the prince then Cecilia and James. The princes character totally ruined this book for me, but the MC romance was cute. I hoped we would see more of the renovation of James dukedom place

The Duke Who Loved Me is the first book in The Duke's Estates series by Jane Ashford. A steamy historical romance that sweeps you away to another time, another place. The characters are well-written with intriguing backstories that pull you into the story making it read like a movie. I was not a fan of the ending and would like another chapter or two to tie up loose ends. I do look forward to reading the next book in The Duke's Estates series/

This is my first time reading a Jane Ashford book and clearly she is a good writer. It was a quick read and I finished the book in one sitting.

The heroine is sort of a Mary Sue, but never annoying. Her father and aunt leans on her for everything. She manages the household, fixes everyone’s problems and, as her father is the trustee of the young duke’s properties and income, and as her father would rather on German philosophy or some such than deal with it, she ends up managing that as well. I kind of felt bad for her because I felt that nobody was there to care for her and she is always caring for everyone else. She has always loved—adored?—the hero since they were young. Which i don’t really understand because…

Our newly minted duke is clearly spoiled and used to getting what he wants, with people making things happen without his knowing the hows of them. He was very immature when it started, understandably so as he is only in his 20s. We watch him emotionally and even mentally mature, as he grow into his position. He did not want the responsibilities that come with the dukedom—I suppose nobody was there to raise him to be a duke?—so he comes up with the idea of marrying the heroine so she can do it for him. Romantic, right??

He was alpha, until the prince entered the picture and beat him at fencing. The loss prompts him to withdraw socially, finally work on his hoarder uncle’s, the previous duke’s, house, as he looks within and finally realize that he is, after all, not above losses and humiliation and that the world does not revolve around him. They go to a philosophy reading partyc prince is pompous, and I love that our hero is just all “*yawn* I don’t know what you all are going on about and idgaf”

I suppose we can call this a friends to lovers trope, although they were enamored with each other since their youth, the hero just didn’t realize it until much later.

There are many side characters, 4 young women who become friends with the heroine. There was a homeless family living in the hero’s stables whom he employs at the heroine’s advise. The prince who sets his eyes on the heroine. The heroine’s chaperone who pretends to be deaf so she doesn’t have to participate in conversations. The hero’s aunt who is obsessed with her runaway-grandson-heir-to-earldom Ferrington. I mean really, it was mentioned several times. I assume as a set-up for the next book.

Things happen and they end up marrying each other, but neither actually confess their love for each other. Hence, the emotional tension. They both have insecurities that prevent them from revealing their feelings. The hero resents that the heroine is so good at managing things, and that she doesn’t need to consult him to make decisions. The heroine resents that she has to make all the decisions and feels that he married her only for this. As the tension builds up, and, in my humble opinion, just when it was getting really good, I realized there were only two pages left!! I started to PANIC because I thought there must have been a mistake. How do you resolve all the conflicts in TWO PAGES?! It turns out we don’t. The story ends abruptly after they confess their love for each other and we are left to imagine their happily ever after. There is not even an epilogue! *sob*

This would otherwise have been a solid 4 stars if not for the ending. While optimistic, I felt that it was emotionally unsatisfying. I was so invested in their happily ever after and now I will just have to make it up in my head… unless our couple makes an appearance in the next book, which I am SO looking forward to read.

How would I improve this book? I would probably remove some of the side plots and characters. I feel there were too many and we could instead have focused on relationship development. For example, Ferrington was mentioned so many times and the girls were going to help at one point and that was dropped and forgotten.
Although Ashford’s prose was initially terse and somewhat clipped, with many sentences having six words or less, the flow eventually improved. The central love story was compelling, which is what matters most.
3.5/5

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I have read all of the books in the two series by Jane Ashford and now the start of this one. It is a spin-off with some of the same characters. I have not read many of her standalone stories that she wrote before the series, but I understand why she might have had so many. Each one of her books is unique and feels totally different than another book in the same series. I do enjoy getting to know the secondary characters and, in some cases, introduced to future main characters. Since her books are so different, I absolutely love some and care for others less; but I definitely plan to continue reading all of her future releases.

This one had a hero who was completely self-absorbed. That is not my favorite hero, but he didn't ruin it for me. James Cantrell, the new Duke of Tereford, was handsome, a Corinthian who excelled at all sports, especially boxing, and he never lost. He could not stand to lose, so he just didn't participate in something he was not the best at. He used others to cover his weaknesses and was completely oblivious of that fact. His friends since childhood knew these things about him yet remained loyal. Although he had mistresses, he was discreet and didn't use and discard many women. He just didn't have empathy for others and was too selfish to be self-aware. Fortunately, throughout the course of the story, he grew a lot.

Cecelia managed all of her father's affairs, both the household and his business work. For this reason, she also managed James' business interests as her father was his guardian. Perhaps because James was so handsome and athletically inclined, she developed a crush on him at a young age and could not love anyone else. By this point, she has already been through a few seasons and could not consider marrying someone else. In spite of that fact, when James proposed a marriage of convenience so that she can manage his new dukal responsibilities, she declines. I liked Cecilia very much. She was pretty, kind, smart, and giving. She also grew throughout the story. With a prince in town showering her with attention and new friends, she gained a lot of experiences this season that she hadn't had before.

My main complaint is it ended too abruptly. I have said this before, but it was really quick this time. I think it needed another chapter in addition to the epilogue. I am sure Book 2 in the series will give some slight insight into what happens next. I look forward to reading on.

The Duke Who Loved Me treads familiar ground for fans of Jane Ashford, though it has excellent momentum and is hopefully the beginning of another great series.

James Cantrell has inherited a dukedom, only to discover a mess. His great-uncle, the late duke, had some kind of madness and left his home in a shambles, filling it with garbage without any rhyme or reason. Horrified by the debris and overcome by the enormity of his new responsibilities, James has a brilliant idea: he’ll marry the right kind of woman, one who can sort out the mess without him having to overextend himself. Fortunately, he knows just the one.

Lady Cecelia is the woman James has singled out to be his duchess. They have been acquainted for years, as she is the daughter of his former guardian. Cecelia is supremely competent, not only does she manage her father’s household, but his holdings and estate as well. Before James’ majority, he and Cecelia butted heads about estate matters and had any number of arguments. Still, James knows Cecelia is the one to handle the disaster that has fallen into his lap. So, he straightforwardly proposes a marriage of convenience, only to be shot down when Cecelia refuses.

Cecelia is unwed at twenty-three because she does not want a marriage without love. Though she hasn’t been any great social success, she is still considered decently marriageable, despite her age. Despite loving James, she won’t enter a marriage such as he describes, and James is forced to rethink his strategy if he truly desires to wed her. Complicating matters, a German princeling makes a splash in the ton, giving James a run for his money and trying to capture Cecelia’s attention. When the rivalry between the two men heats up, controversy and gossip follow, leaving polite society to wonder who Cecelia will choose.

Cecelia is an excellent heroine, and I loved how sensible and down-to-earth she is. Cecelia is incredibly aware of her value and doesn’t let anyone treat her poorly. She refuses to take guff from James, which really shows us her backbone, and asserts herself well throughout the book. The only place she has difficulty with that is in her relationship with her father and aunt, but by the end of the story she comes to a better place with that as well. James is great too; his transformation from dandy about town to a man coming to terms with his new responsibilities is excellent. And that happens realistically, following an epiphany about his place in society and how others see him. James also slowly comes to grips with changes in himself and what he wants, which is compelling and feels honest. I loved the secondary characters, who all do a good bit of heavy-lifting in terms of moving the plot along. The family members are distinct and often eccentric, the villain is eminently hateable, and the protagonists’ friends feel well-fleshed out. For a book with a lot of characters, this story does a great job differentiating between them.

I do have a few small nit-picks though. The Duke Who Loved Me isn’t a big departure from a lot of Ashford’s previous work, and A Lord Apart, which came out in 2019, also features a heroine with a knack for organization who is wooed by a peer and assists him with his bungled estate. The books have different plots and driving forces, but that detail and the emphasis in the narrative on it did feel a bit recycled. Secondly, the ending is very abrupt. The final conflict between the main characters is resolved in the last scene, almost on the last page. While the larger plot has already wound down, this feels very sudden and took me out of my enjoyment of the end. I don’t need an ending that wraps up all loose ends, especially as this is the first in a series, but the final tension being released on the last page left me a little thrown.

I did really enjoy The Duke Who Loved Me, and found it to be a well-paced and intense read. It’s strongly character focused without sacrificing plot, and it’s very much worth reading.

Loved this sparkling romance!

Friends since childhood, James and Cecelia find their friendship slowly evolving as he assumes the duties of his new title. I love stories where the characters have a lot of personal growth ahead of them, and the transformation James goes through was divine. He really has a lot to learn about himself, his buried feelings, and the extent of his love for Cecelia.

Cecelia is a strong, confident woman, more than capable of challenging James when he needs it. No one knows him better, and it's their history together that gives such depth to their relationship.

I loved the writing style, the vibrant character development, and the heartfelt, witty dialogue. I wish the HEA had been a little more detailed, but it was still very satisfying. I look forward to reading more from this author. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

The Duke Who Loved Me treads familiar ground for fans of Jane Ashford, though it has excellent momentum and is hopefully the beginning of another great series.

James Cantrell has inherited a dukedom, only to discover a mess. His great-uncle, the late duke, had some kind of madness and left his home in a shambles, filling it with garbage without any rhyme or reason. Horrified by the debris and overcome by the enormity of his new responsibilities, James has a brilliant idea: he’ll marry the right kind of woman, one who can sort out the mess without him having to overextend himself. Fortunately, he knows just the one.

Lady Cecelia is the woman James has singled out to be his duchess. They have been acquainted for years, as she is the daughter of his former guardian. Cecelia is supremely competent, not only does she manage her father’s household, but his holdings and estate as well. Before James’ majority, he and Cecelia butted heads about estate matters and had any number of arguments. Still, James knows Cecelia is the one to handle the disaster that has fallen into his lap. So, he straightforwardly proposes a marriage of convenience, only to be shot down when Cecelia refuses.

Cecelia is unwed at twenty-three because she does not want a marriage without love. Though she hasn’t been any great social success, she is still considered decently marriageable, despite her age. Despite loving James, she won’t enter a marriage such as he describes, and James is forced to rethink his strategy if he truly desires to wed her. Complicating matters, a German princeling makes a splash in the ton, giving James a run for his money and trying to capture Cecelia’s attention. When the rivalry between the two men heats up, controversy and gossip follow, leaving polite society to wonder who Cecelia will choose.

Cecelia is an excellent heroine, and I loved how sensible and down-to-earth she is. Cecelia is incredibly aware of her value and doesn’t let anyone treat her poorly. She refuses to take guff from James, which really shows us her backbone, and asserts herself well throughout the book. The only place she has difficulty with that is in her relationship with her father and aunt, but by the end of the story she comes to a better place with that as well. James is great too; his transformation from dandy about town to a man coming to terms with his new responsibilities is excellent. And that happens realistically, following an epiphany about his place in society and how others see him. James also slowly comes to grips with changes in himself and what he wants, which is compelling and feels honest. I loved the secondary characters, who all do a good bit of heavy-lifting in terms of moving the plot along. The family members are distinct and often eccentric, the villain is eminently hateable, and the protagonists’ friends feel well-fleshed out. For a book with a lot of characters, this story does a great job differentiating between them.

I do have a few small nit-picks though. The Duke Who Loved Me isn’t a big departure from a lot of Ashford’s previous work, and A Lord Apart, which came out in 2019, also features a heroine with a knack for organization who is wooed by a peer and assists him with his bungled estate. The books have different plots and driving forces, but that detail and the emphasis in the narrative on it did feel a bit recycled. Secondly, the ending is very abrupt. The final conflict between the main characters is resolved in the last scene, almost on the last page. While the larger plot has already wound down, this feels very sudden and took me out of my enjoyment of the end. I don’t need an ending that wraps up all loose ends, especially as this is the first in a series, but the final tension being released on the last page left me a little thrown.

I did really enjoy The Duke Who Loved Me, and found it to be a well-paced and intense read. It’s strongly character focused without sacrificing plot, and it’s very much worth reading.

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I was excited to read this book and while I felt it had a lot of potential and I liked it, I also get left feeling unsatisfied and frustrated. The story itself I thought was quite good and the concept behind it appealed to me. As for the main characters, James was certainly clueless but not to the point of being unredeemable and I genuinely liked Cecelia. I liked them together and because the story appealed to me I felt invested in this couple. Unfortunately, I thought things sort of went frustratingly awry as the storyline unfolds and then "BOOM", the book is over. So yeah, unsatisfying. I will say there are some very intriguing secondary characters here and even though I wouldn't classify this book as an all out winner, it was pretty good.

A lovely historical romance. Fun and frothy, it’s perfect for fans of the genre and for people looking for a romance that is highly satisfying and has the friends to lovers trope. There is minimal angst as well which makes it perfect for people wanting a romance that won’t make them cry. It was a delight to read and I want to say thank you to Sourcebooks Casablanca for kindly proving me an arc for this book via netgalley.

James Cantrell, the new Duke of Tereford, has inherited a dukedom in disarray and is overwhelmed by his unaccustomed responsibilities. Then he gets an idea. Cecelia Vainsmede served as liaison between James and her father, and she knows a great deal about business matters, his own in particular. She's also quite pretty. Ever the pragmatist, he suggests a marriage of convenience. Cecelia has always been good at working with James, but she doesn't understand how he can be so obtuse. He clearly doesn't realize that he's the duke she's always wished for, or that his offer is an insult. But when a German prince arrives in London and immediately sets out to woo Cecelia, James will have to come to terms with what he really feels for her.
The start of a new series & it started with so much promise. I liked James but found him inflexible & wanted to shake him at times. I liked Cecelia & I loved their verbal banter, the chemistry between them also grew throughout the book. However I couldn’t believe the ending, saying three little words doesn't set the world to rights & there was so much unresolved. I really felt that there should have been at least one more chapter & probably quite a few more for everything to be worked out. It was if the author had reached her word count & that was it with much of the end of the novel unused. So I was left totally unsatisfied & disappointed
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read

The beauty of this eBook cover drew me in. It was just so beautiful. Even the potential of the story did somewhat too. I had high hopes for the story but I ended up somewhat disappointed. I didn't hate it but I didn't love it either. I will say that it did have some good moments that I did like though.
Cecelia and James couldn't be more different when it came to how they viewed responsibilities. Cecelia was so good at them that she was often overcome with a load of them. All of it fell on her shoulders at a very young age. Starting because of the unawareness or concern on both her father and Aunt's part. James was so selfish that he barely noticed he had any. He was entitled and concerned with fashion and "man" things for the most part. In the beginning I really didn't like him.
There were a couple of interesting secondary people in the story. I found myself getting more interested in the story when the Gardener family showed up. They began to touch his compassion and you can see he began to grow up a bit more. Of course, he's not all the way there yet so there will be more ups and downs for him and his always needing to win.
The ending was okay and because of the parts I did like I will be giving it 3.5 stars on Amazon when it opens for reviews.

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

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The Duke Who Loved Me is a flirtatious, funny journey of an enemies-to-lovers romance. This is the perfect blend of unrequited love and outrageous situations. Passionate glances, just enough laughs, and a happily-ever-after are the cornerstone of this joyful, energetic read.

James Cantrell, the new Duke of Tereford, and Cecelia Vainsmede have butted heads ever since they were teenagers. Cecelia acted as liaison between James and her father; she knows more about Jame’s estates and financials than he does. Being new to the title, James is overwhelmed; he wants to keep to his shallow, selfish lifestyle. Cecelia has been in love with James for years. James hatches a plan to enter into a marriage of convenience with Cecelia so she can manage and he can do as he pleases. Outraged and heartbroken, Cecelia adamantly refuses the proposal. James, who has never taken no for an answer, charges ahead with his plan; only a German prince stands in his way. James must realize what Cecelia means to him before she is lost forever.

James is a shallow, selfish man who has always gotten what he wants. At first, I found James off-putting. However, throughout the story, James’ metamorphosis from a wastrel to a man of honor is breathtaking. James is redeemable and worth the work. I felt Cecelia’s disappointment and frustration. Cecelia is resourceful and reliable, and she is tired of only being seen as such. She is a strong, relatable character. The friction of the couple from the situation of enemies to lovers is palpable. Their connection is strong and deceivingly passionate. The love they find is slow-building yet satisfying.

The plot was quick-witted and captured my attention. Each character, including the secondary ones, was written with love and care. The tension between the couple was spot-on. Numerous comical situations added lovely levity to the plot. Jame’s journey is fraught with self-discovery and impossibly quirky situations. This story is blended with the perfect amount of comedy and love. The Duke Who Loved Me is the first book in The Duke’s Estates series. The novel was a robust and stand-out read. My only critique was the brevity of the conclusion. Much wasn’t reconciled until a final couple of paragraphs; I like a more lengthy, decisive conclusion. That being said, I enjoyed reading this eye-catching book. This was an intricate, entertaining love story that made me smile.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book through Netgalley and the publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

An interesting and at times engaging regency romance. James and Cecelia are wonderful characters and make their way from a marriage of convenience to an enduring happily ever after.

When James Cantrell's father, the Duke of Tereford, died when James was 15 he came under the guardianship of his father's friend, Nigel Vainsmede, until he became of age. James did not have an easy time of it living with his father, and equally under his gaurdian. Cecelia Vainsmede was always the one James turned to for help anytime is was needed. She also has not had an easy life with her father turning all the decisions over to her and all but ignoring her except when he needs something.

As the newly inherited duke, he has a whole townhouse full from top to bottom, by his eccentric predecessor, and the rest of the properties as well. James decides he can't be botheres to bring the house to order and needs Cecelia's help. James concludes that Cecelia will be the perfect duchess for him. Cecelia has been in love with James since she was young, but now, she can't believe his proposal to be real, and it's breaking her hurt to turn him down. Cecelia has decided to move on since James does not and will never love her. After a public incident involving a foreign Duke, James' pride is hurt and he retreats to the townhouse to hide. Slowly he starts to go through the mess that is left to him and starts to make decisions rather that as he has in the past of relying on Cecelia. As he starts to see the person he was before as shallow and full of himself, he befriends a poor family living on the grounds., as he changes for the better. Cecelia starts to question James new attitudes and likes what she sees. Lies from the foreign Duke will put Cecelia's reputation at risk. James and Cecelia will have to make decisions on how to overcome the obstacles that the foreign Duke has instigated.

I really liked this book. The writing was very good, the characters were well written and made you care about them. It was nice to see the qrowth and affection they had for one another. I did think the last chapter ended a little abruptly and would have liked to see a little bit more of the story to be played out. But all in all it is a very good book and I hope to see more from the author.

I'm sorry, but I dnf'ed this one at the 43% mark. I kept hoping for things to happen, but the pace is a bit slow for me, and it feels bland. James is a bit oblivious and doesn't care about much right now (which I guess is how the author wants the character to come across). In the broad sense, Cecelia wants to clobber him so that he gets real (totally understand). I have difficulty picking this book up every time, so I'm just gonna stop here.

She’s been in love with the duke since she was a young girl. He could always count on her to speak boldly, plainly, and the truth as she sees it. They argue, often, and yet he knows he can count on her. This knowing leads him to make a hasty proposal that is not well received. The duke spends the majority of the book realizing for himself and then convincing her that what he feels is actually love. Along the way, she sees things in the duke that make her love for him grow. Still, her doubts about his feelings are a stumbling block for them until he finally wises up and starts talking. It’s an entertaining read.

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

I received an Advance Reader Copy from the publisher. This in no way impacted on my view.

James Cantrell may now be the Duke of Tereford, but since he was 15, he was under the guardianship of his father's friend, Nigel Vainsmede. Both of them butted heads regularly, and it was only when the then nine year old, Cecelia, only daughter of Vainsmede, started to intercede in their quarrels, that anything was solved. And since then, Cecelia has always smoothed the troubles, and helped James, even when he didn't need the help. But now, as the newly inherited duke, he has a whole townhouse full of oddities, stuffed to the brim by his eccentric predecessor, and the rest of the ducal properties to boot. He needs Cecelia's help to bring the estate up to scratch, and soon gets it in his head that the perfect duchess for him, is in fact Cecelia. But when a German duke visits London, and seems to have his eye on Miss Vainsmede, James' work may be cut out for him. And for Cecelia, she's been in love with James since she was young, but now, she can't believe his proposal to be real, and it's breaking her hurt to turn him down. Will she see the real James hidden beneath his bluster and facade, or will she lose her heart completely.

This book was hands down, amazing! As soon as I had started it, I was gripped by the banter and chemistry between Cecelia and James, who had known each other for years, and had a relationship that was perfect. I loved seeing James' growth as well. He started off as a cocky rogue, who expected everyone to think the same as him, and anyone who thought different, was utter nonsense. He got it in his head that he and Cecelia should marry, and proposed in an abysmal way, so it was no real shock when she declined. I felt like he needed that, and the upset that occurred a little later with the prince, to fully grow. Seeing him in his home, digging through the rubbish, and caring for a homeless family who lived in the stables, we truly saw James as the caring person who was hidden beneath. And as for Cecelia, she had been in charge of her father's household since her mother died, mainly because her father only cared about food, or his philosophical work. She had had a few seasons, and proposals to boot, but had turned them all down, hoping for love - really, hoping for James. She gets a group of friends in the early pages of the books, and the four of them - Charlotte, Ada, Harriet, and Sarah - with Cecelia, were truly lovely to read. I've just read the synopsis for book 2, Earl on the Run, and am glad to see it will be Harriet's story. The friends, and James, all rally around Cecelia when the prince comes calling, and there's a scandal afoot. One of the only things I could say against this book would be that there was a lot of miscommunication between James and Cecelia, especially towards the end, and I felt like they should've definitely been open about their feelings for one another a lot earlier. Even so, I can't wait for Earl on the Run, and will be reading as a many of Jane's back catalogue as possible!

This is a first book in a new series by Jane Ashford. I received a free copy from NetGalley.

I generally find Jane Ashford novels enjoyable as nice, light romances. This one was interesting; I think I may have been dissatisfied if this was a stand alone novel, but as a first of a series, I am rather intrigued.

First, I found the hero to be a rather selfish, arrogant bit of a twat. But it was rather nice to see that he became a bit more self aware as the novel went on. It seemed like he grew and became less self absorbed with his own self and more aware of others, including the heroine. Nice to see. The heroine is a childhood acquaintance that he seemed to be used to using but overlooking for years, and she put up with it, while hiding her own affections, or at least being aware that he doesn't regard her as anything more as someone who could be useful to him, but annoying. Enter another romantic interest who sets up a competition between the two men, for the heroine's attention. This other man acts as a catalyst to make the hero realize that maybe she is more than just a useful convenience, but also to make him realize what a spoiled and self-absorbed ass he has been - to an extent anyways. It was nice to see them both blossoming as characters and in a relationship. It seemed like a nice beginning; but I would have liked a bit more of an idea of if they ended up being a couple that learned to work around each other strengths or not.

The real charm of the story for me is the secondary characters that were introduced, and whom we shall see in other books in the series, I presume. There is a lot of discussion of the Earl of Ferrington, who does not even show up in this book, but is frequently mentioned, and I see shall be the hero of the second book. With all the build of that story line, I am looking forward to the second book. The characters of Ned, the "deaf" aunt with the bee obsession, the overbearing grandmother, the rather cryptic friend of the hero, and the 4 female friends of the the heroine are intriguing and I would like to know more about them. I am also very curious about how Tereford House turns out and if there are other hidden treasures (and if the prior Duke's hoarding was a result of years of thieving or not?!), or mysteries in that basket of unread letters. If there is not further mention of them in the future, then I would be disappointed, because it would be several things that were unresolved, and merely initiated or alluded to in this book, that had an unsatisfactory ending.

This is a sweet and poignant story that ends abruptly.
The book is just plain out captivating until the end that feels unfinished. I finished it but felt like I hadn't. I felt as if something were missing.
James and Cecilia are meant for each other but it doesn't end that way.
I received a complimentary copy of this book which I read and reviewed voluntarily. This in no way affects my opinion of this book.

A story with Wonderful characters. James just inherited a title, he is now a Duke. Life altering! His friends now treat him differently, his London house is a disaster, the previous Duke was hoarder. One can even walk into a room. There is one person that can help him, Cecelia the Queen of organization.
Cecelia has known James since she was 8 years old and in love with him at least the last 7 years. When approached to clean out the Tereford House she decided she will not be used and refuses to help. James in his typical arrogant way decides if he marries her then she would have no choice.
Love the battle between the two. Fun read, really a page turner. I am voluntarily posting an honest review after reading an Advance Reader Copy of this story.