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Stolen by the Rakish Duke: A Historical Regency Romance Novel
“You are a good girl, wife. But I’ve learned… the quietest girls often hide the most delicious mischief.”
Abandoned at the altar by her best friend, Lady Beatrice faces ruin. Except the last man she’d ever trust, the Duke of Stagmore, offers salvation.
Pleasure is Duke Leo’s only law, and marriage was never part of it. But when scandal threatens his name, he weds Beatrice. Under one they’ll play the perfect couple until his cousin is found, then become perfect strangers.
Yet time is running out, and his proper little wife won’t surrender to him. Now Leo’s losing control…first to lust, and then to the one thing he swore he’d never feel—love.
*If you like a realistic yet steamy depiction of the Regency and Victorian era, then Stolen by the Rakish Duke is the novel for you.
This is a historical Regency romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 pages), written by Harriet Caves and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after.
Get "Stolen by the Rakish Duke" today to discover Harriet's splendid new story!
Abandoned at the altar by her best friend, Lady Beatrice faces ruin. Except the last man she’d ever trust, the Duke of Stagmore, offers salvation.
Pleasure is Duke Leo’s only law, and marriage was never part of it. But when scandal threatens his name, he weds Beatrice. Under one they’ll play the perfect couple until his cousin is found, then become perfect strangers.
Yet time is running out, and his proper little wife won’t surrender to him. Now Leo’s losing control…first to lust, and then to the one thing he swore he’d never feel—love.
*If you like a realistic yet steamy depiction of the Regency and Victorian era, then Stolen by the Rakish Duke is the novel for you.
This is a historical Regency romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 pages), written by Harriet Caves and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after.
Get "Stolen by the Rakish Duke" today to discover Harriet's splendid new story!
- GenresHistorical
494 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 22, 2025
About the author
Harriet Caves
81 books65 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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December 30, 2025
I would love to read more from this author minus the sex/steam. Even though it was after marriage it was still not necessary for the development of a good story and added nothing in the way of romance in my opinion. The characters and plot of the book was very well written and moved along as a well developed theme with suspense and danger.
October 29, 2025
Preface: Brutality as a method of correction?
Brutality gives way to treating people and situation by studying situation and creatin a plan of action. Hero changes the most but both characters consiously choose improving the situation, not taking revenge as a pattern to move forward.
Brutality gives way to treating people and situation by studying situation and creatin a plan of action. Hero changes the most but both characters consiously choose improving the situation, not taking revenge as a pattern to move forward.
October 29, 2025
Hot and steamy
Leo comes to Beatrice aid with a marriage of convenience when his cousin leaves her at the altar. Soon they find his cousin is in trouble and while working together to save him they become close and fall in love.
Leo comes to Beatrice aid with a marriage of convenience when his cousin leaves her at the altar. Soon they find his cousin is in trouble and while working together to save him they become close and fall in love.
February 6, 2026
Harriet Caves never fails to deliver a great novel for the reader and the Stolen by the Rakish Duke is no exception. Lady Beatrice Hinton and her friend Phillip, Marquess of Mallingham make a vow to marry each other but when the wedding ceremony day arrives the Marquess fails to attend leaving Beatrice left to deal with being jilted. Philip’s cousin, Leonard Ashwell, Duke of Stagmore offers to marry Beatrice. Why has Philip disappeared, what has happened to his lover, Leo and Beatrice must join forces to unravel the mystery and to ensure the villainous Earl of Westbury. An interesting novel with romance, illegal activities, danger, attempted murder and of course a happy ending. An easy but enjoyable read.
October 29, 2025
Do I accept this offer?
Ms. Caves has written a winner in this book! Covers it all a jilted bride, a cold distant Duke and a marriage of convenience! And of course there is a villain looking for the runaway groom! A very interesting story and will keep your interest! Loved Beatrice’ strength, and slowly chipped away at Leo’s icy heart. Loved the extended epilogue and their family!
Ms. Caves has written a winner in this book! Covers it all a jilted bride, a cold distant Duke and a marriage of convenience! And of course there is a villain looking for the runaway groom! A very interesting story and will keep your interest! Loved Beatrice’ strength, and slowly chipped away at Leo’s icy heart. Loved the extended epilogue and their family!
November 1, 2025
A Marriage/A Disappearing Groom..
Lady Beatrice is set to marry but now it’s a cousin who seems to be the groom. And the Duke, Leo is really at his word. But convenience hits the road as he falls in love with his wife’s charm & character. And that works until there’s a threat to his cousin, himself or his as well as his wife. His resolve is one that no other man needs. And he never lets up. A wonderful read!! Read slowly!
Lady Beatrice is set to marry but now it’s a cousin who seems to be the groom. And the Duke, Leo is really at his word. But convenience hits the road as he falls in love with his wife’s charm & character. And that works until there’s a threat to his cousin, himself or his as well as his wife. His resolve is one that no other man needs. And he never lets up. A wonderful read!! Read slowly!
November 2, 2025
A relationship made for a lifetime
What an incredible story of resilience. Leo, who had grown up with indifference and cruelty from his parents and Beatrice, into a loving family yet still not having her worth recognised. When they initially met it was all cold and proper between them. Then as they slowly navigated their relationship they were able to find a loving and warm relationship to Last them a lifetime.
What an incredible story of resilience. Leo, who had grown up with indifference and cruelty from his parents and Beatrice, into a loving family yet still not having her worth recognised. When they initially met it was all cold and proper between them. Then as they slowly navigated their relationship they were able to find a loving and warm relationship to Last them a lifetime.
November 4, 2025
Ice to fire
Leo and Beatrice formed an unlikely union--a rake and a wallflower. Married to quell the scandal of being jilted at the alter, both had little expectation of more than a public presence as a married couple. However, the search for Leo's cousin, Beatrice's missing groom, revealed the hidden depths to both husband and wife.
Leo and Beatrice formed an unlikely union--a rake and a wallflower. Married to quell the scandal of being jilted at the alter, both had little expectation of more than a public presence as a married couple. However, the search for Leo's cousin, Beatrice's missing groom, revealed the hidden depths to both husband and wife.
November 2, 2025
Adventure for truth
Such a good story of a sacrifice a debutant was making to marry a friend who runs away. After marrying a rake of a duke she finds his past has caused issues in his life. Searching for a relative brings danger and joy. A must read
Such a good story of a sacrifice a debutant was making to marry a friend who runs away. After marrying a rake of a duke she finds his past has caused issues in his life. Searching for a relative brings danger and joy. A must read
October 26, 2025
This was a great story! The plot was intriguing and the characters were very well written. It was spicy but tastefully executed.
September 8, 2026
good story
I enjoyed reading this book. It kept my interest and my full attention throughout and the story was well written
I enjoyed reading this book. It kept my interest and my full attention throughout and the story was well written
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