One Night with the Duke - Jodi Ellen Malpas

One Night with the Duke

By Jodi Ellen Malpas

  • Release Date: 2022-08-16
  • Genre: Historical Romance
Score: 4
4
From 116 Ratings

Description

A #1 New York Times bestselling author delivers a sexy and scandalous Regency romance about an adventurous woman and the mysterious son of a duke who finds his way into her life—perfect for Bridgerton fans.

Eliza Melrose has always cherished her independence. And when she and her family lived in the countryside, it was easy to slip out for a midnight ride, write articles for her father’s newspaper, and otherwise do as she pleased. But now that they’ve moved to the heart of fashionable London, her every move is scrutinized and judged. Worse yet, her father wants her to wed and take her proper place in society.

But Eliza wants nothing to do with marriage. And when the new Duke of Chester moves into his family’s long-abandoned home across the square, her journalistic instincts immediately kick in. Are the rumors true—did he really kill his family? Is he as rakish as everyone says? The more Eliza finds out, the more she wants to know. Because the duke is a fascinating study of contradictions—reclusive and arrogant, fiercely protective and deeply passionate. But those who dance too close to the fire often get burned. And as the undeniable flame between them ignites, the only question is: Who’s holding the match?

Sexy, scandalous and utterly unputdownable, this is the Regency novel you've been waiting for!

Reviews

  • Okay…

    5
    By Loveyshe
    Author should stay away from historical or time period books. This is an okay book at best. I’ve read almost all of her books and they’re all good but this one. The author should stick to what she’s good at.
  • Perfect!

    5
    By Bivetq27
    Another beautiful written book by Jodi!! Absolutely loved it!
  • Truly enjoyable

    5
    By 1kmc1
    One Night with the Duke was a slow start for me, I wasn’t able to like Eliza and I tired of her complaints. I decided to continue because I have loved Jodi Ellen Malpas books. I’m very glad I continued because this was another enjoyable book. Soon I was entranced and stayed up most of the night to finish. Look forward to more 18th and hopefully 17th century insights and intrigue.
  • Charming read

    4
    By Virna Thompson
    I am new to historical romances, so I was excited to read one written by one of my favorites authors. I enjoyed reading One Night with the Duke by Jodi Ellen Malpas. It was a fun and charming read. Eliza was feisty, smart, and determined. The last thing she wanted was a husband, but she also loves her family. When she meets Johnny, she finds him intriguing. He was aloof and full of secrets, but their connection was strong. The chemistry between them is undeniable. Their journey was slow burning, steamy and I loved their interactions. I enjoyed reading this story and am very excited to see what comes next. Happy reading!
  • Loved this book!

    5
    By katslovesbooks
    I really enjoyed reading this book, I haven't read a historical romance in a while and I'm so happy I did. Jody Ellen Malpas transported me through her words, amazing characters and most incredible plot to an era I absolutely adore. The heroine in this story is Eliza Melrose, a 19 year old woman with a different view of the world she live in. Her family's fortune has suddenly change and she finds herself living a life with the wealthiest families in Belmore Square. She misses her old life were she was able to contribute in her father's news paper without never getting credit but at list she had some freedom. Now she is being force into an arrange marriage and worst she can't write anymore but when a mysterious Duke is back in town she is unable to keep her curiosity in check. Johnny Winters is the mysterious Duke that has Eliza totally confused. The feelings that he invokes in her are sinful because a lady shouldn't have those thoughts, good thing she always denies she is a lady because the thoughts the Duke has towards her are even more sinfully dangerous but Eliza's reputation is in danger and not everything it's as it seems, they are secrets that can ruin everything. The plot of this story was fantastic and the sensual tension between the Duke and Eliza even more perfect. I think this book was a great start to this series and I hope Eliza's siblings get their own books. You really need to read this!!