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The Duke of Desire

The Untouchables, Book 5

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The Duke of Desire

By: Darcy Burke
Narrated by: Marian Hussey
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Ten years ago, Ivy Breckenridge's life was ruined. She had to reinvent herself, and now, after painstakingly making her own way in the world, she's nearly forgotten the dreams of home and family she'd once nurtured. Until one man peers into her soul and awakens every one of her hidden desires. But no matter how good he makes her feel, she can't trust him - alone by choice is better than alone by necessity.

With a notorious reputation for training married women in the art of passion, Sebastian Westgate, Duke of Clare, is reviled by some and celebrated by others. He doesn't allow anyone close enough to see past his charming exterior. When Ivy uncovers the man beneath, the seducer is suddenly the seduced. Enraptured by her mind and spirit, he wants more but revealing his darkest secrets is a price he won't pay.

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This is a good love story with a few twists but nice to follow
Darcy writes a good story and the Untouchables is a great series of hers
Marian does an excellent job as usual
written in 2 POV with one narrator
a delightful HEA
will follow more of Darcy's books
well worth the credit

A great Love story with character

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This was a very enjoyable read/listen. I really enjoyed the way Ivy’s back story was revealed bit by bit throughout the book. You could guess at some of the things that had happened to her, but not everything. Her attitude towards marriage and ‘gentlemen’ makes perfect sense.
The Duke of Clare has also allowed his adult life to be formed in reaction to things in his past. Meeting Ivy is the turning point for him.
These two characters are very likeable and it is their differences that make them believable as a couple.
Marion reads very well and it is quite easy to keep up with individuals within the story.

Secrets

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