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The Silver Dukes #5
Starlight and the Duke
All he ever wanted was to love her.
Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, has loved Lady Fiona Shoreham ever since he was a little boy. But he is six years her junior and had to watch helplessly as eighteen-year-old Fiona married the Earl of Shoreham. She is a widow now and lovelier than ever. He is a man fully grown, considered one of the elite Silver Dukes, known to all as rakehells who will never marry. But Society could not be more wrong about him, for this duke fully intends to claim Fiona as his own.
Lady Fiona Shoreham has never considered remarrying, especially not to a younger man. She has known the impossibly handsome Duke of Durham ever since they were children, but what was once a true and sincere youthful friendship has blossomed into so much more. However, she dares not give in to her heart and admit she loves him, for he is the last in the Durham line and must sire heirs. In almost twenty years of marriage, she and her late husband never had children, a failing everyone has blamed on her. How can she agree to marry the Duke of Durham when she will never be able to give him the one thing he needs?
A compromise is the answer, or so Fiona believes. She is offering this handsome duke one week in her bed. One week only, and then they must move on. But Robert will have none of it. He knows what he needs, and it is Fiona for a lifetime.
What will it take to convince her?
The Silver Dukes is a charming Regency historical romance series where you’ll find heroes with a dash of silver in their hair and heroines who believe they are spinsters and firmly on the shelf.
Tropes & ✅ Younger Man / Older Woman
✅ Friends to Lovers
✅ Widowed Heroine
✅ Rake in Love
✅ Pining Hero
✅ Hero in Pursuit
✅ Steamy Bargain / Love-for-a-Week Deal
✅ Fertility/Heir Pressure
✅ Society Expectations vs. True Love
✅ Second Chance at Love
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The Silver Dukes
Book 1 - Cherish and the Duke
Book 2 - Moonlight and the Duke
Book 3 - Two Nights with the Duke
Book 4 - Snowfall and the Duke
Book 5 - Starlight and the Duke
Book 6 - Crash Landing on the Duke
Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, has loved Lady Fiona Shoreham ever since he was a little boy. But he is six years her junior and had to watch helplessly as eighteen-year-old Fiona married the Earl of Shoreham. She is a widow now and lovelier than ever. He is a man fully grown, considered one of the elite Silver Dukes, known to all as rakehells who will never marry. But Society could not be more wrong about him, for this duke fully intends to claim Fiona as his own.
Lady Fiona Shoreham has never considered remarrying, especially not to a younger man. She has known the impossibly handsome Duke of Durham ever since they were children, but what was once a true and sincere youthful friendship has blossomed into so much more. However, she dares not give in to her heart and admit she loves him, for he is the last in the Durham line and must sire heirs. In almost twenty years of marriage, she and her late husband never had children, a failing everyone has blamed on her. How can she agree to marry the Duke of Durham when she will never be able to give him the one thing he needs?
A compromise is the answer, or so Fiona believes. She is offering this handsome duke one week in her bed. One week only, and then they must move on. But Robert will have none of it. He knows what he needs, and it is Fiona for a lifetime.
What will it take to convince her?
The Silver Dukes is a charming Regency historical romance series where you’ll find heroes with a dash of silver in their hair and heroines who believe they are spinsters and firmly on the shelf.
Tropes & ✅ Younger Man / Older Woman
✅ Friends to Lovers
✅ Widowed Heroine
✅ Rake in Love
✅ Pining Hero
✅ Hero in Pursuit
✅ Steamy Bargain / Love-for-a-Week Deal
✅ Fertility/Heir Pressure
✅ Society Expectations vs. True Love
✅ Second Chance at Love
Read in Kindle Unlimited!
The Silver Dukes
Book 1 - Cherish and the Duke
Book 2 - Moonlight and the Duke
Book 3 - Two Nights with the Duke
Book 4 - Snowfall and the Duke
Book 5 - Starlight and the Duke
Book 6 - Crash Landing on the Duke
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 10, 2025
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Meara Platt
121 books886 followersMeara Platt is happily married to her Russell Crowe look-alike husband, and they have two terrific children. She lives in one of the many great towns on Long Island, New York, and loves it, except for the traffic. She has traveled extensively, occasionally lectures and finds time to write. Her favorite place in all the world is England’s Lake District, which may not come as a surprise since many of her stories are set in that idyllic landscape, including her Romance Writers of America Golden Heart award winning story.
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August 21, 2025
3.5 Stars
One Liner: Pretty nice
Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, six years junior to Lady Fiona Shoreham, has always loved her. However, she got married at eighteen. Almost twenty years later, Fiona is widowed and childless. Robert knows she is the only one for him and is determined to prove it, even if Fiona resists. After all, a Duke needs an heir.
Eventually, they come to a deal. Robert gets a week with Fiona, and he should move on. However, the Duke has other plans.
The story comes in Rob and Fiona’s third-person POVs.
My Thoughts:
The book works as a standalone, though it may be a little confusing when we meet couples from the previous books. Still, I winged it. You can too!
The reverse age gap was the main allure here, especially since it is set in the early 19th century.
The plot is very straightforward, which is both good and not good. Good, since we know how it’ll pan out and that’s pretty much how it goes. Not-good since it soon becomes a bit boring with the FMC repeating the same thing over and over and over.
Don’t get me wrong. It made sense for her to do so given the period, but there’s only so much I can empathize with. Must admit the MMC was more patient and persistent. Though he even loses it at one point.
Despite that, they were easy to like. She wasn’t some meek pushover. She was a bit too overbearing at times. It went with how her nature was described, so it’s consistent at least.
The book is fairly small, which is a relief, since the middle drags as they have the same conversation a dozen times. Luckily, things improve when we meet more characters.
There will be a final book in this series, and this sets the stage for it. I admit to being intrigued about both those characters. The lady, even more so!
However, I wish the ‘starlight’ concept hadn’t been shoehorned into the narrative and repeated so many times. I just didn’t see the connection, so it felt annoying rather than cute.
To summarize, Starlight and the Duke is a quick and easy read if you don’t mind a bit of drama created by the FMC when there wasn’t a need for it. Not bad, though!
Thank you, NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing, for the eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
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One Liner: Pretty nice
Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, six years junior to Lady Fiona Shoreham, has always loved her. However, she got married at eighteen. Almost twenty years later, Fiona is widowed and childless. Robert knows she is the only one for him and is determined to prove it, even if Fiona resists. After all, a Duke needs an heir.
Eventually, they come to a deal. Robert gets a week with Fiona, and he should move on. However, the Duke has other plans.
The story comes in Rob and Fiona’s third-person POVs.
My Thoughts:
The book works as a standalone, though it may be a little confusing when we meet couples from the previous books. Still, I winged it. You can too!
The reverse age gap was the main allure here, especially since it is set in the early 19th century.
The plot is very straightforward, which is both good and not good. Good, since we know how it’ll pan out and that’s pretty much how it goes. Not-good since it soon becomes a bit boring with the FMC repeating the same thing over and over and over.
Don’t get me wrong. It made sense for her to do so given the period, but there’s only so much I can empathize with. Must admit the MMC was more patient and persistent. Though he even loses it at one point.
Despite that, they were easy to like. She wasn’t some meek pushover. She was a bit too overbearing at times. It went with how her nature was described, so it’s consistent at least.
The book is fairly small, which is a relief, since the middle drags as they have the same conversation a dozen times. Luckily, things improve when we meet more characters.
There will be a final book in this series, and this sets the stage for it. I admit to being intrigued about both those characters. The lady, even more so!
However, I wish the ‘starlight’ concept hadn’t been shoehorned into the narrative and repeated so many times. I just didn’t see the connection, so it felt annoying rather than cute.
To summarize, Starlight and the Duke is a quick and easy read if you don’t mind a bit of drama created by the FMC when there wasn’t a need for it. Not bad, though!
Thank you, NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing, for the eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
#NetGalley
August 8, 2025
this is the fifth book in a series i haven't read before. in all fairness, with historical romances, sometimes you don't need to read the earlier books to understand the story.
thank you netgalley for giving me the chance to read this arc for free.
“silver dukes” is essentially referred to men in their 40s who, for some reason or other, are confirmed bachelors by the ton. the series is centered around a group of these men, and one them is robert. although he's not actually 40, he still fits the bill with his silver hair and title.
his love interest is fiona—she's a cousin to one of the silver dukes who has his own book in the series (the very first one!). fiona and robert share an age gap, with rob being the younger of the two. they are childhood friends, and rob's been in love with fiona for over 20 years.
i really enjoyed this story! it's not as sexually explicit as i thought it'd be—for a week of steamy content, there's really only one moment that stood out to me. most of the time, it's rob being a simp for fiona, and fiona not believing she deserved him because of how her previous marriage ended.
there are no miscommunications or third act breakups, which i loath the most in books. there is a brief moment where rob actually considers marrying someone who looks the most like fiona and i'm??? i really rather you didn’t, rob.
my main grievance is fiona constantly mentioning she can’t have children. girl we get it, it's awful and you want a family, but can you not mention it every 2 sentences, please? 🙄
the banter between the couple??? so good! they are so comfortable with each other, and i love the trust and friendship they share.
there are obviously a lot of characters i don't know from previous books, but for the most part it was easy to ignore. however, it did get me curious, so i might read the rest of the books on a later date.
—3.75 stars
thank you netgalley for giving me the chance to read this arc for free.
“silver dukes” is essentially referred to men in their 40s who, for some reason or other, are confirmed bachelors by the ton. the series is centered around a group of these men, and one them is robert. although he's not actually 40, he still fits the bill with his silver hair and title.
his love interest is fiona—she's a cousin to one of the silver dukes who has his own book in the series (the very first one!). fiona and robert share an age gap, with rob being the younger of the two. they are childhood friends, and rob's been in love with fiona for over 20 years.
“I found my fairy princess when I was barely a lad out of leading strings—she just took a little longer to find me.”
i really enjoyed this story! it's not as sexually explicit as i thought it'd be—for a week of steamy content, there's really only one moment that stood out to me. most of the time, it's rob being a simp for fiona, and fiona not believing she deserved him because of how her previous marriage ended.
there are no miscommunications or third act breakups, which i loath the most in books. there is a brief moment where rob actually considers marrying someone who looks the most like fiona and i'm??? i really rather you didn’t, rob.
my main grievance is fiona constantly mentioning she can’t have children. girl we get it, it's awful and you want a family, but can you not mention it every 2 sentences, please? 🙄
the banter between the couple??? so good! they are so comfortable with each other, and i love the trust and friendship they share.
there are obviously a lot of characters i don't know from previous books, but for the most part it was easy to ignore. however, it did get me curious, so i might read the rest of the books on a later date.
—3.75 stars
July 31, 2025
4.5 Stars
Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, has loved Lady Fiona Shoreham ever since he was a little boy. But he is six years her junior and had to watch helplessly as eighteen-year-old Fiona married the Earl of Shoreham. She is a widow now and lovelier than ever. He is considered one of the elite Silver Dukes. Lady Fiona Shoreham has never considered remarrying, especially not to a younger man. She has known the impossibly handsome Rob ever since they were children, but what was once a true and sincere youthful friendship has blossomed into so much more. But no matter how much she loves him, she can’t marry him as he needs an heir & after nearly two decades of marriage she never had a child. A compromise is the answer, or so Fiona believes. She is offering this handsome duke one week in her bed.
The fifth book in the series & it’s easily read on its own. I loved Rob, he’s loved her for as long as he can remember & his greatest wish is to marry her but she’s stubborn & believes she knows best. I liked Fiona but could have shaken Fiona at times as she thought she knew best & I found her a tad immature. I loved how supportive & understanding Rob was & how he gradually won her over. A lovely romance which pulled at the heart strings
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, has loved Lady Fiona Shoreham ever since he was a little boy. But he is six years her junior and had to watch helplessly as eighteen-year-old Fiona married the Earl of Shoreham. She is a widow now and lovelier than ever. He is considered one of the elite Silver Dukes. Lady Fiona Shoreham has never considered remarrying, especially not to a younger man. She has known the impossibly handsome Rob ever since they were children, but what was once a true and sincere youthful friendship has blossomed into so much more. But no matter how much she loves him, she can’t marry him as he needs an heir & after nearly two decades of marriage she never had a child. A compromise is the answer, or so Fiona believes. She is offering this handsome duke one week in her bed.
The fifth book in the series & it’s easily read on its own. I loved Rob, he’s loved her for as long as he can remember & his greatest wish is to marry her but she’s stubborn & believes she knows best. I liked Fiona but could have shaken Fiona at times as she thought she knew best & I found her a tad immature. I loved how supportive & understanding Rob was & how he gradually won her over. A lovely romance which pulled at the heart strings
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
August 16, 2025
Silver Dukes.series
Another great book from Meara Platt in the Silver Dukes series. All her books are fun, fast paced reads. Definitely recommend this author and her books.
Another great book from Meara Platt in the Silver Dukes series. All her books are fun, fast paced reads. Definitely recommend this author and her books.
August 10, 2025
Rob has loved Fiona his whole life, but she was married off at eighteen while he was only twelve. Twenty years later, she's widowed with no kids, whereas he's still unmarried because Fiona is the only one he wants. She returns his feelings but doesn't want to marry him because she is convinced she's barren and he, a duke with no other male relations, really needs to marry someone who can give him children. Rob doesn't care and wants her, kids or no kids, so she compromises by offering him a week of sex, after which he's supposed to pick a young bride at a nearby house party. Rob doesn't say no to sex, but what he really wants is to convince Fiona to marry him, and he's not even sure she's barren; he wants a marriage and decent amount of time to keep trying for a baby with her.
I liked the premise, and Rob is a standup guy, very attractive and passionate, and overall a great romance hero. Fiona is a little exasperating as written, reminding us every other sentence that she can't have kids. For a book with a weeklong tryst in its premise, there isn't much spice at all (one brief scene with oral on heroine, and everything else basically fades to black), which I found surprising and disappointing. This was my first book by the author, so perhaps the absence of on-page intimacy is standard for her books, but still, based on the premise as written in the blurb, I believe anyone would have expected graphic scenes.
Half the book is at the house party, where a lot of characters from previous novels in the series appear and where Fiona realizes she'd be too jealous if Rob married anyone else. There's also a subplot with Fiona's widowed neighbor and his boys and his weird sister, which ties into the party.
There was some nice writing and strong emotions in this book. What lowered the rating for me was the repetitiveness in both inner monologue and dialogue, which led me to skim in places, and the fact Fiona wasn't given much personality on the page other than her presumed infertility, even though we are told she has all sorts of great qualities.
Overall, this book is between 3 and 4 stars for me, but closer to 3.
I received an ARC for free from NetGalley and this is my honest review.
I liked the premise, and Rob is a standup guy, very attractive and passionate, and overall a great romance hero. Fiona is a little exasperating as written, reminding us every other sentence that she can't have kids. For a book with a weeklong tryst in its premise, there isn't much spice at all (one brief scene with oral on heroine, and everything else basically fades to black), which I found surprising and disappointing. This was my first book by the author, so perhaps the absence of on-page intimacy is standard for her books, but still, based on the premise as written in the blurb, I believe anyone would have expected graphic scenes.
Half the book is at the house party, where a lot of characters from previous novels in the series appear and where Fiona realizes she'd be too jealous if Rob married anyone else. There's also a subplot with Fiona's widowed neighbor and his boys and his weird sister, which ties into the party.
There was some nice writing and strong emotions in this book. What lowered the rating for me was the repetitiveness in both inner monologue and dialogue, which led me to skim in places, and the fact Fiona wasn't given much personality on the page other than her presumed infertility, even though we are told she has all sorts of great qualities.
Overall, this book is between 3 and 4 stars for me, but closer to 3.
I received an ARC for free from NetGalley and this is my honest review.
December 1, 2025
I couldn't get through this one. Because of that, I was not able to make a complete list of the offensive items. The premise is not that great: A woman, Fiona, and a duke, Robert-- who is six years younger than her, have had unrequited love since their childhood. She married someone else at 18, and he waited for her because he was only 12 at the time. Now, her husband has died, and he wants her, but she fears she would not be able to produce the son he needs to carry on his Dukedom, so she proposes a week-long sex-fest at her house so they can get over each other.
First, this is a steamy romance series. I wondered how the author planned to do a sex week that sounds like the plot to an erotica book, and keep it at the steamy level. There was graphic sex, but mostly, the author just glazed over it and was rather uncreative based on the first few days that I did make it through. I just don't understand why she chose a plotline like this for one of these books--and I almost didn't pick this one up because of it. The first chapter preview from the last novel made me decide to attempt it.
Then, there is the constant reminder they are not using protection because Fiona doesn't think she can get pregnant. The need for Fiona to even say this from the start doesn't really make sense because let's be real, condoms weren't all that popular at this point in history and STDs were rampant. Further, Robert is trying to get her pregnant (that's his main reason for agreeing to the week), and she wants to be pregnant but thinks she can't--so why would they use anything anyway?
As with all the Silver Duke novels, I didn't feel much research went into the era for other reasons, too. Then they went shopping in Brighton together and basically bought fertility jewelry and a fertility gemstone. Is any reader at this point thinking they need that? The final straw for me was the completely contrived plotline where the first day, Robert goes skinny dipping, but the next time he swims, he decides to keep his pants on because he has a prickling sensation at the back of his neck!! So instead of a Regency romance, we have a main character who is precognizant and a New Age-hippie plot line that doesn't work well for this time period. Sorry, not for me.
This book just reinforced my belief that it is nearly impossible to begin a romance with your two main characters already in love and in full knowledge of the other's love, unless you plan to kill both of them off in the end.
First, this is a steamy romance series. I wondered how the author planned to do a sex week that sounds like the plot to an erotica book, and keep it at the steamy level. There was graphic sex, but mostly, the author just glazed over it and was rather uncreative based on the first few days that I did make it through. I just don't understand why she chose a plotline like this for one of these books--and I almost didn't pick this one up because of it. The first chapter preview from the last novel made me decide to attempt it.
Then, there is the constant reminder they are not using protection because Fiona doesn't think she can get pregnant. The need for Fiona to even say this from the start doesn't really make sense because let's be real, condoms weren't all that popular at this point in history and STDs were rampant. Further, Robert is trying to get her pregnant (that's his main reason for agreeing to the week), and she wants to be pregnant but thinks she can't--so why would they use anything anyway?
As with all the Silver Duke novels, I didn't feel much research went into the era for other reasons, too. Then they went shopping in Brighton together and basically bought fertility jewelry and a fertility gemstone. Is any reader at this point thinking they need that? The final straw for me was the completely contrived plotline where the first day, Robert goes skinny dipping, but the next time he swims, he decides to keep his pants on because he has a prickling sensation at the back of his neck!! So instead of a Regency romance, we have a main character who is precognizant and a New Age-hippie plot line that doesn't work well for this time period. Sorry, not for me.
This book just reinforced my belief that it is nearly impossible to begin a romance with your two main characters already in love and in full knowledge of the other's love, unless you plan to kill both of them off in the end.
October 27, 2025
This is the fifth installment of Rhe Silver Dukes series and is a sweet, slow-burn Regency romance with a tender twist on the older woman/younger man trope.
This book really surprised me in the best way. The setup is sure to draw a historical romance lovers attention - a brooding duke who’s secretly been in love with his childhood friend forever, and a widowed heroine who’s convinced she’s past her romantic prime. There’s also that delicious forbidden element of age difference and societal expectations that keeps the tension simmering throughout.
Robert, the Duke of Durham, is one of those heroes who’s both swoony and steadfast. He’s got that “Silver Duke” reputation for rakishness, but it’s really just a mask — all he’s ever wanted is Fiona. Fiona, on the other hand, broke my heart a little. She’s graceful and dignified but carries this deep sense of unworthiness after years of being blamed for not producing an heir. Her reluctance to believe she deserves love again felt very real and made me root for her even harder.
The “one week only” arrangement was the perfect setup — you know it’s not going to stay just one week, but watching it unfold still gives you all the emotional hits you want. The chemistry between them is rich and mature — less about wild scandal and more about genuine connection and healing.
If you’re looking for something heartfelt, romantic, and just a little bit melancholy (before that perfectly satisfying ending), this one delivers.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing and am voluntarily leaving my review.
This book really surprised me in the best way. The setup is sure to draw a historical romance lovers attention - a brooding duke who’s secretly been in love with his childhood friend forever, and a widowed heroine who’s convinced she’s past her romantic prime. There’s also that delicious forbidden element of age difference and societal expectations that keeps the tension simmering throughout.
Robert, the Duke of Durham, is one of those heroes who’s both swoony and steadfast. He’s got that “Silver Duke” reputation for rakishness, but it’s really just a mask — all he’s ever wanted is Fiona. Fiona, on the other hand, broke my heart a little. She’s graceful and dignified but carries this deep sense of unworthiness after years of being blamed for not producing an heir. Her reluctance to believe she deserves love again felt very real and made me root for her even harder.
The “one week only” arrangement was the perfect setup — you know it’s not going to stay just one week, but watching it unfold still gives you all the emotional hits you want. The chemistry between them is rich and mature — less about wild scandal and more about genuine connection and healing.
If you’re looking for something heartfelt, romantic, and just a little bit melancholy (before that perfectly satisfying ending), this one delivers.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing and am voluntarily leaving my review.
August 9, 2025
Starlight and the Duke by Meara Platt is the latest addition to her Silver Dukes series, although this one is stretching it. He is only thirty-two and has minor streaks of grey in his sideburns. Robert, Duke of Durham is frustrated because the woman he loves, the one he has loved for years, is toying with other men, trying to drive him away. But she gets herself in trouble and that is why he is here. Fiona, Lady Shoreham, is a childhood friend and the woman he has loved since he was three years old. She is now a widow but refuses to marry him because he is a duke and needs an heir and she had been married for nearly twenty years and had not borne a child. She has a solution for him: join her for a week and she will give him full access to her bed so he can burn his lust out. She believes that will solve the problem. He disagrees, but gives in to her plan.
This is an amazing plot, different than most. The are good characters, both stubborn, but both in love. She loves him so much she feels she must do what is right for him. That is, find him a wife that will bear him children. Not only does he need an heir but he will be an amazing father. He doesn’t care. He has no heir and it is immaterial to him. He just wants Fiona. While this is a marginal Silver Dukes’story, it is an excellent story in its own right. Well worth the read.
I was invited to read Starlight and the Duke by Dragonblade. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #Dragonblade #MearaPlatt #StarlightAndTheDuke
This is an amazing plot, different than most. The are good characters, both stubborn, but both in love. She loves him so much she feels she must do what is right for him. That is, find him a wife that will bear him children. Not only does he need an heir but he will be an amazing father. He doesn’t care. He has no heir and it is immaterial to him. He just wants Fiona. While this is a marginal Silver Dukes’story, it is an excellent story in its own right. Well worth the read.
I was invited to read Starlight and the Duke by Dragonblade. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #Dragonblade #MearaPlatt #StarlightAndTheDuke
August 19, 2025
Starlight and the Duke is book 5 in the Silver Dukes Series. Honestly, I didn't read the prior books, but the author references previous books and concisely explains the other duke's histories since many make appearances here. Overall, I enjoyed the book. After all, it is a historical fiction piece in England and it keeps that kind of charm from Pride and Prejudice but without propriety and formality. Actually, this particular book seems shocking for the era. I find it unlikely that a countess of her standing would suggest this type of behavior even to her childhood friend, even at that time period. I'm not a stickler for following society norms or at least making a book resemble an accurate following of society's norms, but the story is lovely.
The main character is the matchmaker of her group of friends and now the novel is focused upon her. She is recently widowed and comes off as sweet but opinionated. Her loyalty to her childhood friend, Rob, and now titled Duke, shows her endearing yet irrational kindness of putting others before herself. There is such a sense of duty in this book with every character. Platt's painting of Rob is also interesting. She describes Rob as a child following his best friend and also his current attitude as a strong and respectable grown man set in his ways. His perspective is well laid out for the reader and I like the humanity that’s portrayed through his eyes such as his insecurities or his scheming.
Thanks to Netgalley for the advance digital copy. A lighthearted but a great read for my in between reads.
The main character is the matchmaker of her group of friends and now the novel is focused upon her. She is recently widowed and comes off as sweet but opinionated. Her loyalty to her childhood friend, Rob, and now titled Duke, shows her endearing yet irrational kindness of putting others before herself. There is such a sense of duty in this book with every character. Platt's painting of Rob is also interesting. She describes Rob as a child following his best friend and also his current attitude as a strong and respectable grown man set in his ways. His perspective is well laid out for the reader and I like the humanity that’s portrayed through his eyes such as his insecurities or his scheming.
Thanks to Netgalley for the advance digital copy. A lighthearted but a great read for my in between reads.
August 11, 2025
Starlight and the Duke features one of my favourite tropes – an older woman/younger man romance – though here the gap is a modest six years (he’s 32, she’s 38). Rob Durham, with his so-called 'panther eyes', makes for an engaging hero: attentive, patient, passionate, and generally the kind of man it’s easy to root for. Fiona, on the other hand, is bold enough to propose a one-week tryst to satisfy her desires – something I appreciated – but otherwise spends a great deal of time reminding us she can’t have children. While the social context of the era means this would indeed have been a major concern, Rob reassures her repeatedly that it doesn’t matter to him, so the constant repetition did become quite tedious.
For a book built around the idea of a passionate, time-limited affair, the actual heat level is surprisingly low: one brief on-page scene and the rest fading discreetly to black. I was expecting something much more steamy and so was quite disappointed.
The romance itself is sweet and Rob’s unwavering devotion shines, but the combination of low spice and a heroine stuck in her own doubts kept it from being as compelling as I’d hoped.
Thanks to NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing for the ARC. This is my honest opinion.
For a book built around the idea of a passionate, time-limited affair, the actual heat level is surprisingly low: one brief on-page scene and the rest fading discreetly to black. I was expecting something much more steamy and so was quite disappointed.
The romance itself is sweet and Rob’s unwavering devotion shines, but the combination of low spice and a heroine stuck in her own doubts kept it from being as compelling as I’d hoped.
Thanks to NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing for the ARC. This is my honest opinion.
August 27, 2025
A wonderful read from Meara Platt. The Silver Duke saga continues when an unknown, former Silver Duke adds the Duke of Durham, Robert Durham (age 32) to White's infamous Betting Book. He's not a "Silver Duke." by age, but because he has a little silver in his hair. This is a love story between the Duke of Durham and Lady Fiona Shoreham (age 38), childhood neighbors and friends. He always loved her, but there was a six year age difference between them. She married at 18, breaking is almost 12 year old heart. A friendship that changes and could become true love if Fiona would forget about what everyone expects for this new Silver Duke. The two reach a compromise and spend a week together before attending a house party at Northam Hall. This brings all the Silver Dukes back together, with a few wives finding themselves expecting. Fiona is thrilled for them, but at the same time heartbroken because she feels like she never be a mother. When these two finally open up and fight for what they want it's magic.
There are a few twists along the way, a couple evil members of the Ton and a perfect ending for Rob and Fiona. There are lots of hints for the 6th book and it looks like a fun read. .
There are a few twists along the way, a couple evil members of the Ton and a perfect ending for Rob and Fiona. There are lots of hints for the 6th book and it looks like a fun read. .
September 2, 2025
Starlight and the Duke is the sixth book in the silver duke series, but this can be read on its own. This time, it is the turn of Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham. He has just inherited the dukedom and is now in need of a wife. Only one woman will do: Lady Fiona Shoreham. Lady Fiona however does not think so. She is six years older than Robert for one and more importantly, after twenty years of marriage to the Earl of Shoreham and unable to produce an heir, feels she is the last woman Robert should marry.
She proceeds to try to find another suitable beau in the hope that Robert will get the memo and start getting serious about looking for his duchess. Robert on the other hand has always loved Fiona and plans to make her his duchess. When Fiona proposes that they have a clandestine meeting over the course of a few weeks at her home to “get each other out” of their system before Robert gets serious and starts duchess hunting, Robert decides to take her up on the offer, never intending to do anything but make Fiona fall in love with him and agree to marry him.
A sweet, easy read that you will enjoy. I received an ARC from Dragonblade publishing and NetGalley and submit my honest review voluntarily.
She proceeds to try to find another suitable beau in the hope that Robert will get the memo and start getting serious about looking for his duchess. Robert on the other hand has always loved Fiona and plans to make her his duchess. When Fiona proposes that they have a clandestine meeting over the course of a few weeks at her home to “get each other out” of their system before Robert gets serious and starts duchess hunting, Robert decides to take her up on the offer, never intending to do anything but make Fiona fall in love with him and agree to marry him.
A sweet, easy read that you will enjoy. I received an ARC from Dragonblade publishing and NetGalley and submit my honest review voluntarily.
November 20, 2025
This is the 5th book in the series. It can be read as a stand alone, but I recommend at least reading the first book. There are a lot of references to what happened in the first book. I enjoyed this book. We finally get Fiona's story. Fiona played an important role in the first book in setting up the first Silver Duke. She is a wealthy widow who was childless in her almost 20 years of marriage and always blamed herself. Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham is the last male Durham and if he dies without a son, the Durham dukedom will cease to exist. Robert is 6 years younger than Fiona and has known her all their lives as their mothers were best friends. Robert has been in love with Fiona all of his adulthood. In the last few years, since her husband dies, they have become closer. Fiona doesn't want Robert to give up on having children and refuses to consider marrying him. She does agree to spending a week with him if he agrees to consider marrying someone younger. Will Fiona realize after the week that she can't live without Robert? Will she finally see that he really is OK with not having children as long as he can be with her? Or will she decide to let the new widowed neighbor court her instead?
August 6, 2025
Whew this one will make you cheer, cry and want to slap the heroine!
We have Lady Fiona Shoreham and Robert, Duke of Durham who are perfect for each other! They met as children and have known each other all their lives!
Fiona is stubborn and remains somewhat browbeaten by her former husband who called her barren! But Fiona never experienced pleasure in her marital bed soooo duh!
In life there no guarantees and to push Robert aka Rob towards younger women was foolish! The man adores her and was faithful and unwavering in all the years she’s known him!
Starlight is her name for Rob as he has literally been bathed in starlight!
Fiona lists all the reasons why it can’t work and Rob all the reasons it will!
It is a lot of unnecessary anguish because if you love someone you do because no one can plan the future!
Fiona put Rob through anguish because he wasn’t sure she wouldn’t change her mind!
Can these two find a HEA because life is short! Rob has no brothers or cousins and is now a Silver Duke! But isn’t love with the risks! Bravo well done!
I received an ARC copy for my unbiased review!
We have Lady Fiona Shoreham and Robert, Duke of Durham who are perfect for each other! They met as children and have known each other all their lives!
Fiona is stubborn and remains somewhat browbeaten by her former husband who called her barren! But Fiona never experienced pleasure in her marital bed soooo duh!
In life there no guarantees and to push Robert aka Rob towards younger women was foolish! The man adores her and was faithful and unwavering in all the years she’s known him!
Starlight is her name for Rob as he has literally been bathed in starlight!
Fiona lists all the reasons why it can’t work and Rob all the reasons it will!
It is a lot of unnecessary anguish because if you love someone you do because no one can plan the future!
Fiona put Rob through anguish because he wasn’t sure she wouldn’t change her mind!
Can these two find a HEA because life is short! Rob has no brothers or cousins and is now a Silver Duke! But isn’t love with the risks! Bravo well done!
I received an ARC copy for my unbiased review!
August 10, 2025
Another silver duke, although Robert -Rob is only thirty two, and the real silver dukes placed a safer on his marriage in the betting book at Whites, and now every mother with a daughter the right age is persuing him. So after speaking to Fiona his best friend since he was breeched, Rob leaves town for his estates.
Fiona is now widowed, and just about admits to herself she married quickly to get away from the mural attraction she shares with Rob, a neighbour's son some years her junior. Now she's agreed to a week of passion with Rob, at her estate, before they are both due to join a house party at her cousins.
Rob is and has been since his teens in love with Fiona, but she was married so could do nothing about it, but now she's free he's determined to marry her, and he's hoping to use this week to convince her it's the right thing to do. Fiona is childless and knows as a Duke Rob needs an heir, which she believes she can't provide him with. So after their fling she has lined up A few suitable single young ladies for the house party. But will Rob give up his dream?
Another great instalment in this series, that to see all the other couples in the series again too
Fiona is now widowed, and just about admits to herself she married quickly to get away from the mural attraction she shares with Rob, a neighbour's son some years her junior. Now she's agreed to a week of passion with Rob, at her estate, before they are both due to join a house party at her cousins.
Rob is and has been since his teens in love with Fiona, but she was married so could do nothing about it, but now she's free he's determined to marry her, and he's hoping to use this week to convince her it's the right thing to do. Fiona is childless and knows as a Duke Rob needs an heir, which she believes she can't provide him with. So after their fling she has lined up A few suitable single young ladies for the house party. But will Rob give up his dream?
Another great instalment in this series, that to see all the other couples in the series again too
August 13, 2025
I really enjoyed this love story about Robert and Fiona, childhood friends who fell deeply in love despite the odds. It had so many refreshing themes; an older heroine, a widowed main character, a hero who has loved her for as long as he can remember and infertility. It’s ultimately about two stubborn, devoted people just trying to find a way to be together, and I admired their unwavering commitment, especially Rob’s determination to love her for a lifetime, no matter what society thought.
The author handled the sensitive topics with a gentle touch while still addressing them honestly, and there were some truly lovely emotional moments throughout. The plot felt unique compared to many historical romances I’ve read, and the romance was sweeter and less sexually explicit than I expected given the setup.
Even though there were plenty of side characters from earlier books that I didn’t know, it didn’t take away from the story and it’s actually made me curious to go back and read the rest of the series. Overall, this was a heartfelt, charming romance with strong characters and a lot of emotional depth.
My copy of this book was provided by NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing for review purposes. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The author handled the sensitive topics with a gentle touch while still addressing them honestly, and there were some truly lovely emotional moments throughout. The plot felt unique compared to many historical romances I’ve read, and the romance was sweeter and less sexually explicit than I expected given the setup.
Even though there were plenty of side characters from earlier books that I didn’t know, it didn’t take away from the story and it’s actually made me curious to go back and read the rest of the series. Overall, this was a heartfelt, charming romance with strong characters and a lot of emotional depth.
My copy of this book was provided by NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing for review purposes. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
August 26, 2025
Starlight and the Duke is the fifth book in The Silver Dukes series. This is a quick afternoon read of under two hundred fifty pages. It is also a stand-alone read, but the series is pretty good and worth reading.
Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, has loved Lady Fiona Shoreham, but he is six years younger than her. Normally if it was the other way round, the age difference would be of no consequence. Fiona is finally free from her nearly two-decade marriage. There will never be another opportunity for him to make his move and claim her for his wife.
Lady Fiona Shoreham has loved him but kept her feelings on the matter to herself. Fiona believes herself to be barren since she never was able to have a child with her first husband. A Duke must have an heir in order to carry on the line. Knowing this she refuses to marry him. Despite this, she suggests a week with him for fun and then he will go on to choose a bride that can give him an heir.
This was a spicy romance with two characters who were interesting and entertaining. Looking forward to the next book in the series, which should be the finale.
I received an ARC from NetGalley for an unbiased review.
Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, has loved Lady Fiona Shoreham, but he is six years younger than her. Normally if it was the other way round, the age difference would be of no consequence. Fiona is finally free from her nearly two-decade marriage. There will never be another opportunity for him to make his move and claim her for his wife.
Lady Fiona Shoreham has loved him but kept her feelings on the matter to herself. Fiona believes herself to be barren since she never was able to have a child with her first husband. A Duke must have an heir in order to carry on the line. Knowing this she refuses to marry him. Despite this, she suggests a week with him for fun and then he will go on to choose a bride that can give him an heir.
This was a spicy romance with two characters who were interesting and entertaining. Looking forward to the next book in the series, which should be the finale.
I received an ARC from NetGalley for an unbiased review.
November 19, 2025
What a beautiful love story! I fell in love with Robert Durham, the Duke of Durham, his steadfast love and devotion to Fiona really made this story a heart twisting read. He only wants Fiona, and she refuses to give him the love he wants so desperately.
Lady Fiona Shoreham fights her love for Robert because she feels she is damaged and she wants him to have a family that she can’t have. I love how she decides to get over him. Not sure how she thought her solution of one week in bed wouldn’t cause more pain but sometimes one has to jump of the cliff like she did.
What I liked about the book is how author Meara Platt incorporates how much they love each other, how they struggle with finding resolution to this love, how they honor each other’s wishes all while trying to move forward. This storyline is not a sappy one but really emotional. There were times I wanted to stamp my feet with frustration, I cried, laughed and at the end I cheered.
I received this book for free from Netgalley and Dragonblade Publishingin exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Lady Fiona Shoreham fights her love for Robert because she feels she is damaged and she wants him to have a family that she can’t have. I love how she decides to get over him. Not sure how she thought her solution of one week in bed wouldn’t cause more pain but sometimes one has to jump of the cliff like she did.
What I liked about the book is how author Meara Platt incorporates how much they love each other, how they struggle with finding resolution to this love, how they honor each other’s wishes all while trying to move forward. This storyline is not a sappy one but really emotional. There were times I wanted to stamp my feet with frustration, I cried, laughed and at the end I cheered.
I received this book for free from Netgalley and Dragonblade Publishingin exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
August 10, 2025
Lady Fiona Shoreham may be six years older, but Robert "Rob", Duke of Durham, has been carrying a torch so bright it could light up half of Mayfair. She’s widowed, wounded, and wildly resistant to happiness, but thankfully, Rob’s got the patience of a saint and the stamina of a sinner. Between villainous vixens, infertility fears, and a house party full of meddling charmers, this story delivers steam, sass, and a hero so devoted you’ll want to clone him.
Meara Platt does what she does best: makes you laugh, cry, and fall head-over-heels for a hero who deserves a medal. It’s fresh, funny, and full of feels, classic Platt with a twist. I loved the house party and the reunion with past Silver Dukes couples, full of banter, meddling, and just enough scandal to keep the champagne flowing. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Meara Platt does what she does best: makes you laugh, cry, and fall head-over-heels for a hero who deserves a medal. It’s fresh, funny, and full of feels, classic Platt with a twist. I loved the house party and the reunion with past Silver Dukes couples, full of banter, meddling, and just enough scandal to keep the champagne flowing. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
August 14, 2025
Every time I read a book in this series, I declare, “This one is my favorite!” Rob, with his patient wooing of Lady Fiona, has to be the most loyal of friends. I sometimes got frustrated with Fiona, however, her rationale for rejecting his suit can be understood against the backdrop of the times, especially when women took the brunt of the blame for everything that could go wrong. There is wit, humor, delightful interludes, and the sizzling attraction between Rob and Fiona is palpable. Rob already had the lady's heart, but winning her hand took a bit longer, especially as she is very conscious of the responsibilities he carries and is determined to ensure that he is not robbed of a future. The plot comes to a delightful and happy conclusion, leaving one wondering about the next Silver Duke. I received a copy of this enjoyable book as a gift through Dragonblade Publishing and NetGalley, and this is my honest and voluntary review.
July 28, 2025
The Silver Dukes never disappoint and neither did Robert Durham! I love it when a man goes after what he wants with a single minded intensity that leaves no doubt as to his intent.
In STARLIGHT AND THE DUKE, the Duke of Durham has loved only one woman his entire life. Unfortunately that woman is six years older than him and a close family friend. When Fiona marries he is just a young, devastated boy, when she is widowed, decades later, he is a grown man waiting and eager to pick up the pieces. Love like that is hard to find and despite her hesitation, Fiona is no fool and eventually gives in to what her heart has always wanted.
An unconventional pair with an unconventional love story makes STARLIGHT AND THE DUKE the unputdownable romance that it is! I’m giving this book the judy.ann.loves.books stamp of approval, TBR and Enjoy!
In STARLIGHT AND THE DUKE, the Duke of Durham has loved only one woman his entire life. Unfortunately that woman is six years older than him and a close family friend. When Fiona marries he is just a young, devastated boy, when she is widowed, decades later, he is a grown man waiting and eager to pick up the pieces. Love like that is hard to find and despite her hesitation, Fiona is no fool and eventually gives in to what her heart has always wanted.
An unconventional pair with an unconventional love story makes STARLIGHT AND THE DUKE the unputdownable romance that it is! I’m giving this book the judy.ann.loves.books stamp of approval, TBR and Enjoy!
August 6, 2025
I liked this love story about Robert and Fiona, childhood friends that fell in love. This story had so many themes - age difference (she was older than him), widowed heroine, infertility, hero that loved her his whole life, mystery, villainous women, new duke, a house party, and steamy encounters. The characters were well written and really likable although Fiona’s bossiness was frustrating at times. The house party allowed the side characters from previous books to show more of their lives, and the witty banter between them all was humorous. It took a while and the possibility of losing Rob forever to make Fiona stop making excuses and allow them to love another so they could get their HEA. I can’t wait to see who is the next Silver Duke.
I received an ARC from Net Galley and am voluntarily leaving this review.
I received an ARC from Net Galley and am voluntarily leaving this review.
August 14, 2025
Robert, Duke of Durham, has been infatuated and in love with Fiona, Lady Shoreham, since a small boy. Younger by six years, his heart was broken when she married at eighteen. Now in his thirties and a Duke and she's a widow, he wants
nothing else, but to marry the woman he loves. Unfortunately, Fiona keeps refusing his offers of marriage. After twenty years in her marriage, she never had children and is obsessed with Rob needing an heir and marrying someone else. She continues to refuse his proposals. It was frustrating for me to read page after page of her obsession and their unhappiness. I wouldn't have blamed Rob for giving up.
I suggest reading the Silver Dukes in order with a cross over of characters.
Mild descriptive sex.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book from NetGalley.
nothing else, but to marry the woman he loves. Unfortunately, Fiona keeps refusing his offers of marriage. After twenty years in her marriage, she never had children and is obsessed with Rob needing an heir and marrying someone else. She continues to refuse his proposals. It was frustrating for me to read page after page of her obsession and their unhappiness. I wouldn't have blamed Rob for giving up.
I suggest reading the Silver Dukes in order with a cross over of characters.
Mild descriptive sex.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book from NetGalley.
July 30, 2025
Oh, this story is very near and dear to my heart. Fiona and Rob could be me and my husband, dealing with the issues they faced. The author does a perfect job of showing the pain, angst, fear and heartache that comes with being childless. Rob had such a tender heart (as did my husband), holding her, loving her and supporting her through it all. The shenanigans going at the house party was fun and a bit scary, and Fiona’s attitude was a bit frustrating at times, but the HEA was awesome. One of my most favorite stories of all time. Truly a treasure and kudos to the author for taking such a heart wrenching situation on and showing the pain associated with it, as well as the love that brings the victim back to life.
I received this story for free and these are my own views.
I received this story for free and these are my own views.
August 10, 2025
A week to be wicked...
Robert Durham, a duke, is six years younger than Fiona. Fiona, now a widow, wed at eighteen and is now a widow at 38. She is six years older than Rob's 32. Rob has been in love with Fiona since forever and he has not wed, as the only one he wants to wed is Fiona. Fiona will not wed Rob, who she adores, as she believes she is barren, as she has born no children in her passionless years of marriage.
Fiona makes a deal with Rob. She will give him one week in her bed with free access to her body.
Rob agrees to the deal, though he has his reservations and a stipulation to wait three months after their week together (consequences).
Recommend. I liked both Rob and Fiona. He only wants her. She wants what's best for Rob.
Robert Durham, a duke, is six years younger than Fiona. Fiona, now a widow, wed at eighteen and is now a widow at 38. She is six years older than Rob's 32. Rob has been in love with Fiona since forever and he has not wed, as the only one he wants to wed is Fiona. Fiona will not wed Rob, who she adores, as she believes she is barren, as she has born no children in her passionless years of marriage.
Fiona makes a deal with Rob. She will give him one week in her bed with free access to her body.
Rob agrees to the deal, though he has his reservations and a stipulation to wait three months after their week together (consequences).
Recommend. I liked both Rob and Fiona. He only wants her. She wants what's best for Rob.
August 12, 2025
Loved the story but heavy handed
I really enjoyed the love story of Robert and Fiona. I read the book in a day. I just felt they were really heavy handed about Fiona not being able to have children. I feel sad that she never thought about adopting a child who would need love or a home. Not even Robert saying that their are a,lot of children out there that need a home and love. If we can't have children of our own lets be a parent to those in need. Its like you can't be a mother unless you give birth. That was disappointing. If figured what would happen in the end but what have made it more meaningful if they had brought a child into their home who they love and then she gave him the news.
I really enjoyed the love story of Robert and Fiona. I read the book in a day. I just felt they were really heavy handed about Fiona not being able to have children. I feel sad that she never thought about adopting a child who would need love or a home. Not even Robert saying that their are a,lot of children out there that need a home and love. If we can't have children of our own lets be a parent to those in need. Its like you can't be a mother unless you give birth. That was disappointing. If figured what would happen in the end but what have made it more meaningful if they had brought a child into their home who they love and then she gave him the news.
August 15, 2025
Starlight and the Duke: (A Regency Historical Romance (The Silver Dukes Book 5) Meara Platt
This story is of a love match! Except the bride couldn't believe in it because she thought she couldn't have a child, Fiona had been married for 20years to an older earl. Rob the Duke of Durham was madly in love with Fiona even though he was 6 years younger than her, he felt it may have been her husband fault all those years because they hadn't any children. The chacters and Their deep friendships enhanced the playful way they drew from each other during the house parties. The way the couples were to each other, the banter makes this a story a joy to read. Truly a feel good story with so much love going around.
This story is of a love match! Except the bride couldn't believe in it because she thought she couldn't have a child, Fiona had been married for 20years to an older earl. Rob the Duke of Durham was madly in love with Fiona even though he was 6 years younger than her, he felt it may have been her husband fault all those years because they hadn't any children. The chacters and Their deep friendships enhanced the playful way they drew from each other during the house parties. The way the couples were to each other, the banter makes this a story a joy to read. Truly a feel good story with so much love going around.
July 29, 2025
BOOK: STARLIGHT AND THE DUKE
AUTHOR: MEARA PLATT
PUB DATE: AUGUST, 2025
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REVIEW
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This book was okay, no drama, no miscommunication, just two people in love trying to find a way to be together. It was a cute book and I really admired the couple's devotion to each other, especially Rob's. The FMC was okay, but I was annoyed at how she talking about the same thing over and over.
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The book is okay for a light, comfort read, but it was too predictable, nothing exciting happened.
AUTHOR: MEARA PLATT
PUB DATE: AUGUST, 2025
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Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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This book was okay, no drama, no miscommunication, just two people in love trying to find a way to be together. It was a cute book and I really admired the couple's devotion to each other, especially Rob's. The FMC was okay, but I was annoyed at how she talking about the same thing over and over.
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The book is okay for a light, comfort read, but it was too predictable, nothing exciting happened.
July 31, 2025
🦋Starlight and the Duke🦋
Meara Platt
3.5⭐️
~ Historical Romance ~ Friends to Lovers ~ Age Gap ~ Close Proximity ~
. We follow friends who’ve know each other for years learning to throw aside society rules. Fiona is recently widowed and has been barren for 20 years. Her fear of being able to continue Roberts line holds her back despite what her heart wants. However, Robert Durham sees this as his chance to finally get the girl he loves.
I enjoyed the book to an extent considering it was predictable. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a quick romance read💜
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for providing this arc in return for a honest review ✨✨
Meara Platt
3.5⭐️
~ Historical Romance ~ Friends to Lovers ~ Age Gap ~ Close Proximity ~
. We follow friends who’ve know each other for years learning to throw aside society rules. Fiona is recently widowed and has been barren for 20 years. Her fear of being able to continue Roberts line holds her back despite what her heart wants. However, Robert Durham sees this as his chance to finally get the girl he loves.
I enjoyed the book to an extent considering it was predictable. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a quick romance read💜
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for providing this arc in return for a honest review ✨✨
July 31, 2025
A Delightful Romance Adventure
A wonderfully enjoyable romance story that captured my attention and my heart.
Robert the young duke and Fiona his older friend from childhood days took me on an emotional journey discovering just how much they needed each other.
It wasn't easy though, it took both of them quite a bit of determination and conquering one's fears, a few confessions, a dramatic ending that was shocking before they finally realized they were meant for each other.
The was a heartfelt wonderful and a bit predictable but it sure put a smile on my face.
Book rating 4.5 rounded up to 5 stars
A wonderfully enjoyable romance story that captured my attention and my heart.
Robert the young duke and Fiona his older friend from childhood days took me on an emotional journey discovering just how much they needed each other.
It wasn't easy though, it took both of them quite a bit of determination and conquering one's fears, a few confessions, a dramatic ending that was shocking before they finally realized they were meant for each other.
The was a heartfelt wonderful and a bit predictable but it sure put a smile on my face.
Book rating 4.5 rounded up to 5 stars
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