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The Rakish Duke and His Bride
“Careful, wife. For once I start with you, I will not be able to stop.”
Still reeling from her father’s death and kicked out of her home by his heir, Lady Nancy must save her family from ruin. So when the coldest of rakes offers her a marriage of convenience, she cannot refuse him.
Having lost his brother, Duke Richard never planned to be a duke or to marry. Despite the pressure of his new title, he vows to remain childless—no matter how alluring his bride may be.
It only takes a passionate kiss for their determination to crumble. And now, Nancy is about to realize how dangerous tempting a rake is...
*If you like a realistic yet steamy depiction of the Regency and Victorian era, then The Rakish Duke and His Bride is the novel for you.
This is a historical Regency romance novel of 60,000 words (around 300 pages), written by Harriet Caves and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after.
Get "The Rakish Duke and His Bride" today to discover Harriet's splendid new story!
Still reeling from her father’s death and kicked out of her home by his heir, Lady Nancy must save her family from ruin. So when the coldest of rakes offers her a marriage of convenience, she cannot refuse him.
Having lost his brother, Duke Richard never planned to be a duke or to marry. Despite the pressure of his new title, he vows to remain childless—no matter how alluring his bride may be.
It only takes a passionate kiss for their determination to crumble. And now, Nancy is about to realize how dangerous tempting a rake is...
*If you like a realistic yet steamy depiction of the Regency and Victorian era, then The Rakish Duke and His Bride is the novel for you.
This is a historical Regency romance novel of 60,000 words (around 300 pages), written by Harriet Caves and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after.
Get "The Rakish Duke and His Bride" today to discover Harriet's splendid new story!
- GenresHistorical Romance
337 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 31, 2024
242 people are currently reading
27 people want to read
About the author
Harriet Caves
70 books64 followersBorn in sunny California, all Harriet Caves ever wanted was to become a doctor and save lives. During her sleepless nights working at the hospital, the Regency classics were her only solace. To no one’s surprise, her British descent led her back to England to discover her roots and where her hidden passion lay: the Regency streets of London.
After obtaining a degree in Creative Writing there, Harriet decided to never leave this magnificent place. A daydreamer and an avid reader herself, she loves spending her days exploring the British countryside or seeking stories under the pebbles of the historical London alleys.
Though she abandoned the hospital wards, Harriet now mends hearts by transporting people back to an era of passionate love. Allow her skilled pen to take you to a special place where souls sing of love and dreams come to life!
After obtaining a degree in Creative Writing there, Harriet decided to never leave this magnificent place. A daydreamer and an avid reader herself, she loves spending her days exploring the British countryside or seeking stories under the pebbles of the historical London alleys.
Though she abandoned the hospital wards, Harriet now mends hearts by transporting people back to an era of passionate love. Allow her skilled pen to take you to a special place where souls sing of love and dreams come to life!
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August 5, 2024
Actions speak louder than words and understanding goes a long way…….
This was a marriage of convenience for Nancy and Richard. She agreed to save her family from financial ruin after her father died, and he did it because he had unexpectedly become the Duke after the death of his older brother. Neither went into the marriage wanting to be with one another, but she decided to try as she got to know him better. He never thought he was good enough so he didn’t try. I actually really liked Richard and felt a lot of sympathy for him after reading the prologue and hearing more of his past. He was portrayed as grumpy, but he seemed to give her anything she wanted from the very beginning. Nancy’s character was too naive, and sometimes she seemed really forgiving of others she seemed judgmental when thinking of her betrothed. I wasn’t impressed with some of her decisions either when they encountered hard times. I felt like he showed his love through other ways like his actions and compromises, but her words were sweeter so it made it appear that she was the saint in their relationship. She was constantly suggesting that he forgive after all his hurt, but she was hesitant to give him that same grace right away. It took a bit of persuasion from others. However, they did get their HEA after outside forces tried to take away their happiness.
This was a marriage of convenience for Nancy and Richard. She agreed to save her family from financial ruin after her father died, and he did it because he had unexpectedly become the Duke after the death of his older brother. Neither went into the marriage wanting to be with one another, but she decided to try as she got to know him better. He never thought he was good enough so he didn’t try. I actually really liked Richard and felt a lot of sympathy for him after reading the prologue and hearing more of his past. He was portrayed as grumpy, but he seemed to give her anything she wanted from the very beginning. Nancy’s character was too naive, and sometimes she seemed really forgiving of others she seemed judgmental when thinking of her betrothed. I wasn’t impressed with some of her decisions either when they encountered hard times. I felt like he showed his love through other ways like his actions and compromises, but her words were sweeter so it made it appear that she was the saint in their relationship. She was constantly suggesting that he forgive after all his hurt, but she was hesitant to give him that same grace right away. It took a bit of persuasion from others. However, they did get their HEA after outside forces tried to take away their happiness.
August 5, 2024
Though Richard had a somewhat Troublesome past I did appreciate how hard he tried to be responsible & do the right thing & even though he wasn't treated well as a child, he tried to be kind to others & not hurt them & I appreciated how Nancy wanted to help Richard & looked for the positive things in him & was really a good daughter & sister & genuinely wanting to help those around her. I also thought Mrs Silverstone was a great help to them & a nice person. It was slow, then great, then terrible & then really nice, it was a bit exasperating but there were some really great parts & sweet moments. It was a cute story!
August 12, 2024
Can this ever work?
The beginning of this story was so sad! Richard becomes Duke when his. brother dies, but all his life his father has told him he is useless, and will never be any use to society. So he tries to be as big a rake s he can, but now Duke, his brother left a letter, he need a wife, Nancy. She has lost her beloved father, and vile cousin who inherited the title, gives them three months to leave their home! She needs to marry, but Richard not what she wanted but must wed! A journey of misunderstanding and no trust. But enjoyed the book.
The beginning of this story was so sad! Richard becomes Duke when his. brother dies, but all his life his father has told him he is useless, and will never be any use to society. So he tries to be as big a rake s he can, but now Duke, his brother left a letter, he need a wife, Nancy. She has lost her beloved father, and vile cousin who inherited the title, gives them three months to leave their home! She needs to marry, but Richard not what she wanted but must wed! A journey of misunderstanding and no trust. But enjoyed the book.
June 26, 2025
A forever love
Nancy was tasked to marry Richard so that her family would be saved from dealing with their cousin, who had inherited the title from Nancy's father. Luckily as Nancy and Richard spent time together they grew closer into a more positive and loving relationship. Even though there was a plot afoot to husband part theming did not work as they were meant to be together forever.
Nancy was tasked to marry Richard so that her family would be saved from dealing with their cousin, who had inherited the title from Nancy's father. Luckily as Nancy and Richard spent time together they grew closer into a more positive and loving relationship. Even though there was a plot afoot to husband part theming did not work as they were meant to be together forever.
August 8, 2024
Having to marry a duke to save he family from ruin following her fathers death without even meeting him first .A cold loveless marriage in name only …..
Trust and honour soon becomes an issue thus changing the dynamics .
An enjoyable read with some interesting characters with some spicy scenes .
Trust and honour soon becomes an issue thus changing the dynamics .
An enjoyable read with some interesting characters with some spicy scenes .
July 4, 2025
Loved the story and the characters. Kept you interested and didn’t drag on and on. Brought to light about abuse and how it can carryover into one’s future. The Duke is very fortunate to find the right person to show him love can overcome a black past. Read this story for that great feeling at the end
August 10, 2024
Richard
What a lovely story of heartache, greed and love. Richard and Nancy are two delightful characters. Both mourning family losses they are destined to marry for family obligations. Strong willed and passionate they find their marriage on shaky ground. Will they be able to shake off the tales of Richards rakish past and move forward? A fast read and enjoyable story,
What a lovely story of heartache, greed and love. Richard and Nancy are two delightful characters. Both mourning family losses they are destined to marry for family obligations. Strong willed and passionate they find their marriage on shaky ground. Will they be able to shake off the tales of Richards rakish past and move forward? A fast read and enjoyable story,
August 11, 2024
The Rakish Duke and his Bride
A family losing a father/ husband and sacrificing a daughter to save their family is the theme here. With family duty, sacrifice and devotion all parts of our heroine’s character gives her never ending worry and heartache. This makes for and interesting and good read.
A family losing a father/ husband and sacrificing a daughter to save their family is the theme here. With family duty, sacrifice and devotion all parts of our heroine’s character gives her never ending worry and heartache. This makes for and interesting and good read.
December 22, 2024
great romance
I continue to love Harriet Caves stories and this book was no exception. Wonderful story line, great amount of steam and the love story is to die for! If only our real lives could be this way!
I continue to love Harriet Caves stories and this book was no exception. Wonderful story line, great amount of steam and the love story is to die for! If only our real lives could be this way!
April 8, 2025
The Rakish Duke and His Bride
What a story. I loved this book. So many things happened in the early days of their marriage, but then everything turned out wonderfully. I throughly enjoyed this book. Thank you fr writing it.
What a story. I loved this book. So many things happened in the early days of their marriage, but then everything turned out wonderfully. I throughly enjoyed this book. Thank you fr writing it.
June 30, 2025
That was a Rushed Wedding
It certainly was a romance with a wedding to begin the story. For a few chapters I didn't think Richard would turn into a decent, loving husband. It took a special woman to help him become the man of her dreams.
It certainly was a romance with a wedding to begin the story. For a few chapters I didn't think Richard would turn into a decent, loving husband. It took a special woman to help him become the man of her dreams.
August 9, 2024
I really liked this book! It had wonderful characters, with quite the bad guy. The plot was well thought out and easy to follow. The characters were believable and well developed. There were no graphic scenes, making it cleanly written. Again, I couldn’t put it down.
August 11, 2024
Getting to Know the Duke!!’ my no no
An arranged marriage/& at last company seemingly delighted to be
Seen at the ball. But then untrue rumors abound -that lead to the breakup of a most beloved couple. And endless love…
An arranged marriage/& at last company seemingly delighted to be
Seen at the ball. But then untrue rumors abound -that lead to the breakup of a most beloved couple. And endless love…
August 19, 2024
The Rakish Duke and his Bride
I enjoyed the story of Richard and Nancy. It was very well written. I found it interesting and hard to put down.
I enjoyed the story of Richard and Nancy. It was very well written. I found it interesting and hard to put down.
October 3, 2024
Wonderful
This is a wonderful love story illustrates how a person is up. Brain can affect the way they live their lives for good or evil.
This is a wonderful love story illustrates how a person is up. Brain can affect the way they live their lives for good or evil.
August 11, 2024
Lovely read
Thoroughly enjoyed the book. Lovely cast of character s that charmed you .. Lovely HEA....love the author so knew it would be a curl up in chair enjoyment.
Thoroughly enjoyed the book. Lovely cast of character s that charmed you .. Lovely HEA....love the author so knew it would be a curl up in chair enjoyment.
August 11, 2024
This story just goes to show that everyone wants to be loved and appreciated and to know that they do matter. Some steam in this story so beware. Enjoyed the extended epilogue.
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