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His Mad Duchess: A Historical Regency Romance Novel
“And now, My Lady, we behave as decent people do…when caught indecently.”
After four fruitless Seasons, Lady Margaret expected to die a spinster…Until one torn gown and a locked library leave her in the arms of Sebastian, the most scandalous Duke in London.
Her rules are no love, no heir... no rakishness. At least for the two months they are forced to be together. “Jealousy already, Duchess?” he teases, determined to make her break every one of them.
But whispers from Margaret’s past threaten to destroy them both. And the Duke, who never meant to stay, finds himself desperate to protect the wife he can never truly claim…
*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then His Mad Duchess is the novel for you.
An enchanting regency romance of 80,000 words (around 400 pages), written by Emma Linfield and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
Pick up "His Mad Duchess" today to discover Emma's amazing new story!
After four fruitless Seasons, Lady Margaret expected to die a spinster…Until one torn gown and a locked library leave her in the arms of Sebastian, the most scandalous Duke in London.
Her rules are no love, no heir... no rakishness. At least for the two months they are forced to be together. “Jealousy already, Duchess?” he teases, determined to make her break every one of them.
But whispers from Margaret’s past threaten to destroy them both. And the Duke, who never meant to stay, finds himself desperate to protect the wife he can never truly claim…
*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then His Mad Duchess is the novel for you.
An enchanting regency romance of 80,000 words (around 400 pages), written by Emma Linfield and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
Pick up "His Mad Duchess" today to discover Emma's amazing new story!
440 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 15, 2025
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About the author
Emma Linfield
113 books84 followersEmma Linfield has always been passionate about historical romances. Ever fascinated with the world of Regency England and being utmost inspired by Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer’s work, she decided she wanted to write her own stories. Stories of love and tradition being mixed in the most appealing way for every hopeless romantic, much like herself.
Born and raised in Southern California, Emma Linfield has a degree in Creative Writing and English Literature, and she has been working as a freelance writer for the past 10 years. When she isn’t writing, Emma loves spending her time with her own prince charming and two beautiful children, all the while enjoying the famous Californian sun and ocean.
So, hop on to this exciting journey of Dukes, Earls and true love with Emma and find pleasure in the old fashioned world of Regency - an Era of pure romance, elegance and high fashion!
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Born and raised in Southern California, Emma Linfield has a degree in Creative Writing and English Literature, and she has been working as a freelance writer for the past 10 years. When she isn’t writing, Emma loves spending her time with her own prince charming and two beautiful children, all the while enjoying the famous Californian sun and ocean.
So, hop on to this exciting journey of Dukes, Earls and true love with Emma and find pleasure in the old fashioned world of Regency - an Era of pure romance, elegance and high fashion!
(Source: Official Website)
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October 27, 2025
Is She Really Mad?
I enjoyed this well-written story. At a ball, Duke Sebastian tried to help Margaret when she had a problem with her dress. They were found together and forced to marry. Margaret's parents had been killed in a house fire and Margaret had bad memories of that night. People said she was mad because of her nightmares. The issue seemed to threaten their marriage, even as love began to grow between them. There were secrets to be revealed that threatened Sebastian's family reputation. Would their revelation help Margaret and Sebastian to have the happiness they deserve? Read on and enjoy.
I enjoyed this well-written story. At a ball, Duke Sebastian tried to help Margaret when she had a problem with her dress. They were found together and forced to marry. Margaret's parents had been killed in a house fire and Margaret had bad memories of that night. People said she was mad because of her nightmares. The issue seemed to threaten their marriage, even as love began to grow between them. There were secrets to be revealed that threatened Sebastian's family reputation. Would their revelation help Margaret and Sebastian to have the happiness they deserve? Read on and enjoy.
October 21, 2025
Margaret and Sebastian get caught in a comprising situation and though they marry the both agree to keep up appearances got a couple months before going their own way. Meanwhile Margaret has suffered for years with nightmares of the night both her parents. These nightmares have affected her and her cousins standing with the ton. Little did Margaret and Sebastian realize that they are tied more closely to her nightmares than either of them realize but when all is revealed and resolved they find their hea.
October 22, 2025
truth destroys the madness
The love of one for her brother, allowed a child to be branded as cursed. Duty and honor gets a bad name when it’s built on lies and evil. In an odd quirk of fate that very child grown marries her son. When Sebastian discovers the truth, he chose to reveal it and face his family’s disgrace, freeing Margaret from the “curse”. They defy the odds and fall in love, the greater gift.
The love of one for her brother, allowed a child to be branded as cursed. Duty and honor gets a bad name when it’s built on lies and evil. In an odd quirk of fate that very child grown marries her son. When Sebastian discovers the truth, he chose to reveal it and face his family’s disgrace, freeing Margaret from the “curse”. They defy the odds and fall in love, the greater gift.
October 24, 2025
Wonderful!!!
From beginning to the end, this book was amazing. The love story was amazing! Emma Linfield can tell a story like no other. Not Marius commitments in my life kept me from finishing a quickly as I would have liked to leave this review. I struggled to put it down to address those obligations. But, I returned as quickly as possible and enjoyed every page. Thank you Emma💕
From beginning to the end, this book was amazing. The love story was amazing! Emma Linfield can tell a story like no other. Not Marius commitments in my life kept me from finishing a quickly as I would have liked to leave this review. I struggled to put it down to address those obligations. But, I returned as quickly as possible and enjoyed every page. Thank you Emma💕
October 21, 2025
Her life a nightmare!
A story of destruction, ostentatious, whispers and scandal! Margaret had lived her life with nightmares and whispers of her being either mad or cursed. Duke Sebastian lived his life in debacles and rebellion, when caught in scandal with Margaret, they wed but only plan together for two months! Very interesting book!
A story of destruction, ostentatious, whispers and scandal! Margaret had lived her life with nightmares and whispers of her being either mad or cursed. Duke Sebastian lived his life in debacles and rebellion, when caught in scandal with Margaret, they wed but only plan together for two months! Very interesting book!
October 29, 2025
Hiding the truth can cause irresponsible pain.
Throughout this story is the desire to find who the culprit is white feeling the pain of a young girl's memories of the death of her parents. Her reputation of being "mad" has caused irreparable harm to her. This is romance but also a mystery that will surprise the reader.
Throughout this story is the desire to find who the culprit is white feeling the pain of a young girl's memories of the death of her parents. Her reputation of being "mad" has caused irreparable harm to her. This is romance but also a mystery that will surprise the reader.
December 5, 2025
Wow
A truly great read! I couldn't put it down. Wit, charm, mystery and of course, romance! Two people stumble upon each other and fate,or providence has His way. I love that Emma can weave a story that has everything and yet has no foul language or sordid sexual scenes. I love her writing and highly recommend any of her books.
A truly great read! I couldn't put it down. Wit, charm, mystery and of course, romance! Two people stumble upon each other and fate,or providence has His way. I love that Emma can weave a story that has everything and yet has no foul language or sordid sexual scenes. I love her writing and highly recommend any of her books.
January 6, 2026
Exceptional
Story had twists and turns you didn’t see coming. Don’t want to give anything way so you will just have to read it yourself. You won’t be disappointed. You won’t like the Dowager Duchess. Also there aren’t any steamy sex scenes, but it was still a wonderful novel. First time reading a novel by this author but it won’t be my last.
Story had twists and turns you didn’t see coming. Don’t want to give anything way so you will just have to read it yourself. You won’t be disappointed. You won’t like the Dowager Duchess. Also there aren’t any steamy sex scenes, but it was still a wonderful novel. First time reading a novel by this author but it won’t be my last.
October 19, 2025
Wonderful story
This was a delightful story. The banter between Sebastian & Margaret was so entertaining & witty. I laughed a lot through out the story. It was such a clever ending that even I didn’t foresee it. And that almost never happens.
This was a delightful story. The banter between Sebastian & Margaret was so entertaining & witty. I laughed a lot through out the story. It was such a clever ending that even I didn’t foresee it. And that almost never happens.
October 20, 2025
What a wonderful story. Caught in a scandal and ending in love. You could just feel each of them coming to love each other, but not admitting it. His mother was a real piece of work. The cat is an extra bonus character. Don't miss this delightful book.
October 20, 2025
This book is good, it could have been great if certain chapters had been developed further and things hadn't been resolved too quickly. This book could have used a little more tension, but otherwise, I really enjoyed reading it.
November 13, 2025
Jul
I loved the story but it was a little too drawn out. I didn’t understand why Sebastian’s mother would keep the story of her brothers wrong doing a secret. Mother In Law was not a good person.
I loved the story but it was a little too drawn out. I didn’t understand why Sebastian’s mother would keep the story of her brothers wrong doing a secret. Mother In Law was not a good person.
October 22, 2025
This is a phenomenal story! I loved the characters! The plot was intriguing and pulled one in, I liked that it was cleanly written without graphic text,
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