Daring the Ruthless Duke

by Patricia Haverton

““Helping you is the only mistake I don’t regret…””

Duke Jasper takes what he wants and helps no one. That has always been his way. Until he meets the enraging Sophia…

Pressured by all sides, Sophia must make a match. And the infuriating Duke’s house party is her last chance. Only she needs his help, whether she likes it or not.

Unexpectedly, he agrees, but under one condition: Everything between them ends with the house party. Even if he longs for so much more…

*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then Daring the Ruthless Duke is the novel for you.

An enchanting regency romance of 60,000 words (around 300 pages), written by Patricia Haverton and published by Cobalt Fairy.

No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.

Pick up "Daring the Ruthless Duke" today to discover Patricia's captivating story!

Genres: Historical Fiction

311 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 16, 2024

About the author

Born the oldest of three children, Patricia Haverton grew up believing that she'd follow in her father's footsteps and pursue a career in science. However, her worldview changed when she decided to explore her British mother's roots. The trip to her ancestral lands solidified her conviction that she had found her true calling in the romanticism of the Era of Kings and Queens.

A hopeless romantic and a firm believer in the idea of soulmates, Patricia changed the course of her life and decided to get her degree in Creative Writing and Psychology. As she jokingly says ever so often, "she lives in the past now, where love shows the way and Dukes save the day!"

When she's not weaving tales of love that prevails, Patricia enjoys spending time with her husband, roaming the British countryside, where they have been living in for the past decade.

Now would be the time to let yourself go and experience the true magic of the Regency Era! Let your imagination run wild, live amazing adventures through the eyes of brave heroes! Like the legendary wise wizard, Patricia will be your guide!

Reviews

[Doreen Henderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Cousins Are Not Helpful

I enjoyed this story. Lady Sophia's Cousin was forcing her to marry, Henry, a man she did not like. At a house party, she approached Duke Jasper and suggested they had a fake relationship until Henry lost interest in her. What starts out as a pretence grows into Sophia and Jasper developing feelings for each other. However, Henry is determined to win her hand and tries hard to turn them against each other. Sophia's other cousin, Ethan is weak and only interested in money. Her mother does not support Sophia in her determination not to marry Henry. Together with Sophia's mother Ethan supports Henry and nearly ruins everything for Sophia. Will Sophia and Jasper eventually be able to trust each other? Will they find happiness together? Read on and enjoy.

[Patricia Lloyd-Jones · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okayish

I have read thousands of books and I must say my one argument with them all is that, although the characters are strong in most ways, when it comes to matters of the heart, they go weak and watery. Stand up for yourselves! Would you really go into a marriage agreed by your relatives to a man you don't even like? We are talking the rest of you life here, in most instances that would be forty years, plus! So wouldn't you fight tooth and nail for something at least half decent? Anyway, apart from that and missing words througout, it was an okay story, but not very complex. Sorry!

[DENISE I. · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’ve finally come to the conclusion that I really not a “fan” of this author. She has great story ideas but so far of her books I’ve read, she can’t pull them off. Too wordy - Overly descriptive! No feeling in any of those “descriptive” words. Just wordy for no reason.
The book had potential but it didn’t really pan out.
Good idea, just no follow through.
Sorry. Not sorry? 🤷🏾‍♀️. Yes I am sorry because I wanted to like this one.
2.5 stars.

[NelleRenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

The heroine’s cousin is all about money and wants her married. She goes to a house party to find a love match. The hero is hosting the party and invites his cousin (the man her cousin wants her to marry). She asks the hero for help, but only until the party ends. Then things get a little twisted. It was a nice read, but some name swapping happened that was irritating.

[Brenda Moser · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an interesting fake to real relationship with strong characters in Sophie and Jasper. The author does a great job developing the story and moves it fluidly with her descriptive scenes. It's well written and is an entertaining read.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and are freely given.

[Nancy T Vega · Rating 5 out of 5]

A House Party/A Ruse/Then True Love!

First glances are not so friendly but later a different side is seen. But lies from another are taken to be seen as threatening & the real ruse is exposed only later it’s known to be completely false. And then true love may continue for Jasper & Sophia.

[Maryellyn Krantz · Rating 4 out of 5]

change for the better

Jasper was a duke who did not have any problem with playing with other peoples lives. Sophia was able to get his aid to avoid in a marriage to one, and soon they feel for each other

[Carol · Rating 3 out of 5]

easy and clean read

Henry is persistently pursuing Sophie despite her not wanting him to they remedy at the duke’s house party all because the duke thought it would be an interesting game. Why did the duke think that and how does he get involved helping Sophie because of it? How do the duke get their hea through it all? Read this sweet clean story and find out

[Pamela Barbee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting story, but there several repeated scenes at least it seemed that way to me. Sophia and Penelope's names were swapped as were the names Jasper, Ethan and Henry. These were distractions for me which is why I only gave it 3 stars.

[Tony Sommer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

This is a great book for intrigue, deceit, suspense, deception as everything I like in the book except action not a lot of action that’s OK many problems overcome some strange some normal I loved the storyline

[Lifelongreader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

Great characters made this a compelling read--from the hero and heroine to the dastardly suitor and the eccentric aunts. Another great book by Patricia Haverton.

[Pat Babcock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Follows The Planets

Sophie's cousin wanted her married and out of the house When she met Jasper they planned a fake courtship which turned into a real one.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

He's a grouch until she busts into his study without a chaperone and tells him he's an ass and that he owes her a fake courtship, and then poof he's not a grouch anymore.

[Mary Helman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Must read

You will enjoy reading this funny, amusing, full of good humor and lively characters. Once I started reading this book I could not put it down.