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A Duchess Worth Ruining: A Historical Regency Romance Novel
“Do you even know what it means to be ruined, my lady?”
Evelyn has no interest in marriage. Not after her sister ran off with her betrothed. So, when her meddling mother tries to force her into one, she claims to have already been ruined.
By a dead man…
Except, Duke Robert is very much alive, and utterly furious to have his name dragged through the mud. But Evelyn proves to be the key to finding who is responsible for his parents’ death.
So he marries her, only to be consumed by thoughts of his wife, and how to make her blush next.
*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then A Duchess Worth Ruining is the novel for you.
An enchanting regency romance of 60,000 words (around 300 pages), written by Arabella Wells and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
Grab "A Duchess Worth Ruining" today to discover Arabella's fantastic story!
Evelyn has no interest in marriage. Not after her sister ran off with her betrothed. So, when her meddling mother tries to force her into one, she claims to have already been ruined.
By a dead man…
Except, Duke Robert is very much alive, and utterly furious to have his name dragged through the mud. But Evelyn proves to be the key to finding who is responsible for his parents’ death.
So he marries her, only to be consumed by thoughts of his wife, and how to make her blush next.
*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then A Duchess Worth Ruining is the novel for you.
An enchanting regency romance of 60,000 words (around 300 pages), written by Arabella Wells and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
Grab "A Duchess Worth Ruining" today to discover Arabella's fantastic story!
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Published June 3, 2025
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June 8, 2025
This was an awesome story! I loved the characters and hope to see more of the secondary characters in upcoming books in the series. Evelyn’s friends wear super supportive and each had quirky personalities that made the story even better. Evelyn is betrayed by her sister at the very beginning of the book, when she elopes with Evelyn’s intended. Robert, the Duke in the story, family was murdered when he was very young. He has spent years away from society seeking the ones who murdered them. Both Evelyn and Robert have sworn to never love and find themselves in a marriage of convenience. They also find that they can each help the other as they work together to solve the mystery of Robert’s families murder and Evelyn comes to understand his sister’s betrayal. While helping each other they realize they have fallen in love but neither one has the courage to tell the other. I highly recommend this book!!!
I received a free copy of this book for an honest review.
I received a free copy of this book for an honest review.
June 12, 2025
Robert and Evelyn had such great chemistry and their relationship from the very beginning was absolutely adorable.
I loved Robert’s first entrance to Evelyn and thought his foiling her plans were hilarious.
I enjoyed how feel good romance it was. Yes there was some drama but I enjoyed that it wasn’t too deep or overwhelming. Also that it wasn’t too much. It was just right, and kept the sweet romance through and through.
Evelyn’s team of best friends were my favorite side characters! I hope to read their stories at some point.
I loved Robert’s first entrance to Evelyn and thought his foiling her plans were hilarious.
I enjoyed how feel good romance it was. Yes there was some drama but I enjoyed that it wasn’t too deep or overwhelming. Also that it wasn’t too much. It was just right, and kept the sweet romance through and through.
Evelyn’s team of best friends were my favorite side characters! I hope to read their stories at some point.
July 30, 2025
Love Like Fire, Hate Like Ice
Evelyn is fire and ice. Her quick tongue can scorch with accuracy, and her beauty might cause one to become speechless. Robert is a Duke thought to be dead, only to reappear in society. With scandal as a catalyst, evil a few steps behind, and a marriage of convenience to boot, this story has a quick pace and lots of breathless stares and romantic moments. A terrific read!
Evelyn is fire and ice. Her quick tongue can scorch with accuracy, and her beauty might cause one to become speechless. Robert is a Duke thought to be dead, only to reappear in society. With scandal as a catalyst, evil a few steps behind, and a marriage of convenience to boot, this story has a quick pace and lots of breathless stares and romantic moments. A terrific read!
November 21, 2025
Clean romance, decent story
As one might expect from a Regency romance, there is no overt passion. Character descriptions are by exception such as mentioning freckles. There is an expectation that the reader will be able to appreciate all that the hero, baddie etc should be, rather than describing them. The only thing that irritated me was the use of ‘Duchess’ to address Evelyn after her wedding. It should have been her/your Grace.
As one might expect from a Regency romance, there is no overt passion. Character descriptions are by exception such as mentioning freckles. There is an expectation that the reader will be able to appreciate all that the hero, baddie etc should be, rather than describing them. The only thing that irritated me was the use of ‘Duchess’ to address Evelyn after her wedding. It should have been her/your Grace.
June 19, 2025
Wow!
What a love story...so many emotions...please read this book!!!! I fell in love with the characters..the story line..just a true love story..A must read. A huge thanks to MS Wells for bringing such a delight to readers everywhere. Truly, I can't say enough...A MUST READ...YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!
What a love story...so many emotions...please read this book!!!! I fell in love with the characters..the story line..just a true love story..A must read. A huge thanks to MS Wells for bringing such a delight to readers everywhere. Truly, I can't say enough...A MUST READ...YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!
June 20, 2025
Unexpected life
This is the story of Evelyn and Robert, he was supposed to be dead. So she named him as the man who ruined her for marriage. When he finds out, he goes to her at a ball and claims her as his own. And things become interesting, and heated. Tempers flare , and mysteries solved. And an unexpected life becomes real.
Thank you ❤️
This is the story of Evelyn and Robert, he was supposed to be dead. So she named him as the man who ruined her for marriage. When he finds out, he goes to her at a ball and claims her as his own. And things become interesting, and heated. Tempers flare , and mysteries solved. And an unexpected life becomes real.
Thank you ❤️
June 27, 2025
A Long Ago Tragedy/A Deal/A Marriage
An unsolved tragedy from long ago waits to be solved while Lady Evelyn
trusts no man now, but has ties to the Duke & a marriage of under
standing. Her despicable brother in law finally will get what he deserves
& her sister will hopefully be free. And other family puzzles will be unwound with Love coming for the Duke & his Duchess!!
An unsolved tragedy from long ago waits to be solved while Lady Evelyn
trusts no man now, but has ties to the Duke & a marriage of under
standing. Her despicable brother in law finally will get what he deserves
& her sister will hopefully be free. And other family puzzles will be unwound with Love coming for the Duke & his Duchess!!
November 2, 2025
Fascinating
In trying to free herself from an arranged marriage Evelyn said she’d been compromised by someone she presumed was dead. Robert was very much alive and for reasons that are explained later in the book, and against Evelyn,s wishes, they were married. The story became more intriguing until a shocking conclusion and a happy ending.
In trying to free herself from an arranged marriage Evelyn said she’d been compromised by someone she presumed was dead. Robert was very much alive and for reasons that are explained later in the book, and against Evelyn,s wishes, they were married. The story became more intriguing until a shocking conclusion and a happy ending.
June 8, 2025
Great read❤️
Throughly enjoyed the story line.. charming cast of characters interfacing the,plot. Just enough suspense to keep you waiting for next page. I think you will enjoy the road through the book.
Throughly enjoyed the story line.. charming cast of characters interfacing the,plot. Just enough suspense to keep you waiting for next page. I think you will enjoy the road through the book.
June 11, 2025
The description doesn't do justice to this book. There's so much more to the story as the plot thickens with each chapter. Be prepared for unexpected twists and turns as the characters true colors are exposed to the light of truth.
June 17, 2025
The best revenge
Robert had spent years seeking revenge and hoped marrying. Evelyn would aid him. But he got more than he bargained for, for love came along too. I enjoyed the story and the characters.
Robert had spent years seeking revenge and hoped marrying. Evelyn would aid him. But he got more than he bargained for, for love came along too. I enjoyed the story and the characters.
June 26, 2025
He ruined the girl he never met.
Well thought out, interesting, fun story with twists and turns. He lost everything to murderers; she gained everything through a fake scandal. Highly recommended for all readers.
Well thought out, interesting, fun story with twists and turns. He lost everything to murderers; she gained everything through a fake scandal. Highly recommended for all readers.
August 9, 2025
What a story.
Romance, mystery, murder. Dark deeds and a little of everything else. It wasn't just a love story. It was so much more. It told of murder and dark deeds. Of 2 sisters torn apart. Honestly I couldn't put it down, which resulted in going to bed at 2, tired but happy.
Romance, mystery, murder. Dark deeds and a little of everything else. It wasn't just a love story. It was so much more. It told of murder and dark deeds. Of 2 sisters torn apart. Honestly I couldn't put it down, which resulted in going to bed at 2, tired but happy.
September 3, 2025
The storyline was very good and not just filled with repetitive words. The characters were depicted beautifully and they made the book interesting to read.
However, I would like to have known what happened to her sister and her other relative’s relationships.
However, I would like to have known what happened to her sister and her other relative’s relationships.
June 20, 2025
my review
Loved this story. The dialogue was witty, the main characters were so perfect for one another. I hated finishing the book. A great read.
Loved this story. The dialogue was witty, the main characters were so perfect for one another. I hated finishing the book. A great read.
July 1, 2025
Great story. I loved the camaraderie between the main characters. The plot was good and kept me hooked.
November 29, 2025
Enjoyed this novel.
I really enjoyed reading this book. I enjoy novels from the decency era. I like how the villain paid for his crimes .
I really enjoyed reading this book. I enjoy novels from the decency era. I like how the villain paid for his crimes .
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