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A Bulletproof Bond
Duke knew he’d found his wife the moment he laid eyes on Duchess.
Duchess wasn’t looking for love when she met Duke, an infamous, well-known drug dealer in Dallas, but she found that and so much more when she fell hard for the man the streets called The Duke of Dallas.
Duke and Duchess become hood royalty but their love story is tragically cut short when Duke is killed a month before their wedding.
After losing Duke, Duchess struggles to piece her life back together. No longer The Duchess of Dallas, she’s not only forced to trade in a life of luxury for bargains and hand-me-downs, but she’s also no longer protected by Duke’s ruthless reputation. Duchess finds herself needing Duke now more than ever.
On a mission to avenge his brother’s death, Ford sets out to kill the man responsible for Duke’s murder. But what he finds along the way has the power to either break Duchess completely…or finally set her free.
Duchess wasn’t looking for love when she met Duke, an infamous, well-known drug dealer in Dallas, but she found that and so much more when she fell hard for the man the streets called The Duke of Dallas.
Duke and Duchess become hood royalty but their love story is tragically cut short when Duke is killed a month before their wedding.
After losing Duke, Duchess struggles to piece her life back together. No longer The Duchess of Dallas, she’s not only forced to trade in a life of luxury for bargains and hand-me-downs, but she’s also no longer protected by Duke’s ruthless reputation. Duchess finds herself needing Duke now more than ever.
On a mission to avenge his brother’s death, Ford sets out to kill the man responsible for Duke’s murder. But what he finds along the way has the power to either break Duchess completely…or finally set her free.
221 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 11, 2021
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About the author
Tara Ellis
10 books80 followersTara Ellis is the author of Black Romantic Suspense novels.
Her novels blend romance with a touch of danger, and she believes every heroine deserves a happily-ever-after. When she’s not plotting dangerous secrets and shocking twists, Tara is somewhere binging on true crime television shows.
Keep up with Tara on Facebook by liking her page @authortaraellis and Instagram @authortaraellis1
Her novels blend romance with a touch of danger, and she believes every heroine deserves a happily-ever-after. When she’s not plotting dangerous secrets and shocking twists, Tara is somewhere binging on true crime television shows.
Keep up with Tara on Facebook by liking her page @authortaraellis and Instagram @authortaraellis1
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March 11, 2024
I can’t share too much without spoiling the book. Some even read the synopsis cus that could somewhat spoil the book too!
This is a 2 part series. For some reason Goodreads isn’t displaying both parts. Buuuuuut if you want a page turner full of drama and betrayal, read this!
This is a 2 part series. For some reason Goodreads isn’t displaying both parts. Buuuuuut if you want a page turner full of drama and betrayal, read this!
October 9, 2019
Good Read
This book grabbed my attention from beginning to end and what a ending. Enjoyed the storyline, plot and these characters. I really liked Duke and Duchess and their love for each other....unbreakable bond. Circumstances cause Duchess to lose Duke, doing this time so called friends show their true colors. She definitely need Duke more than ever. Events throughout the book set up what's to come in the next installment, everything isn't what it seems. Ford, is getting to the bottom of what actually happened to his brother Duke. Can't wait for karma to handle Shai and fake Jerrika. I don't know how it all going to unfold but I need Duke and Duchess to find that bond that's never been broken. Good job Tara Ellis.
This book grabbed my attention from beginning to end and what a ending. Enjoyed the storyline, plot and these characters. I really liked Duke and Duchess and their love for each other....unbreakable bond. Circumstances cause Duchess to lose Duke, doing this time so called friends show their true colors. She definitely need Duke more than ever. Events throughout the book set up what's to come in the next installment, everything isn't what it seems. Ford, is getting to the bottom of what actually happened to his brother Duke. Can't wait for karma to handle Shai and fake Jerrika. I don't know how it all going to unfold but I need Duke and Duchess to find that bond that's never been broken. Good job Tara Ellis.
October 10, 2019
A MUST READ!!!!
I absolutely loved this book from beginning to end. I loved Duke and Duchess together. I can't wait for Jerricka and Shai to get what's coming to them. That ending has my mouth wide open. Tara you did a great job with this book...This is most definitely a must read. I can't wait to read part 2....
I absolutely loved this book from beginning to end. I loved Duke and Duchess together. I can't wait for Jerricka and Shai to get what's coming to them. That ending has my mouth wide open. Tara you did a great job with this book...This is most definitely a must read. I can't wait to read part 2....
November 3, 2021
The Duke and Duchcess of Dallas: A Bulletproof Bond
This book has me on pin and needles. I literally was hanging off every word. When I say must read that a understatement cause this book is a typhoon. To the author you out did yourself with this one please get book 2 out ASAP.
This book has me on pin and needles. I literally was hanging off every word. When I say must read that a understatement cause this book is a typhoon. To the author you out did yourself with this one please get book 2 out ASAP.
October 9, 2019
Listen, I'm pissed at Shai, Jerrika and Auri. Shai and Jerrika were so greedy for power and attention that they crossed the very ones that would always have their backs. I'm not sure how Duchess didn't realize her so called bestie was jealous of any and everything she had with Duke. Shai was worthless and I can't wait until someone brings him to his knees for what he and Jerrika plotted. As for Auri, I understood wanting a good man but damn she should've just kept it real because if the memories ever come back she may still end up getting hurt. I liked Ford and I was hoping he'd put foot in Shai's ass after everything Duchess told him. Poor Demarcus. And I can't believe Rico didn't possibly know exactly who he was. Things quickly changed for Duchess and I hate she didn't cherish certain things before it was too late. She was too trusting and found herself in some pretty messed up situations. I liked Brian for her and I can only imagine what emotions she'll go through if Ford is able to help Duke remember. Man that ending had me like what! I sure hope the bond between Duke and Duchess is bulletproof and he's able to get all the answers he needs as well as getting rid of the treacherous snake he once considered a friend.
November 26, 2023
So much to say!
This series was a lot. I was so angry during the majority of this read. Because I could feel the deception on the pages, and even when the deceitful parties showed their hands, they were still given the benefit of the doubt. I did not like Duke. Honestly, I like Demarcus more. I wanted him to stay over there because just NO.
The way this story was told was exceptional, however, I didn't care too much for the characters. Glad all ended well though. But if they didn't get their HEA, I wouldn't have been mad at it.
This series was a lot. I was so angry during the majority of this read. Because I could feel the deception on the pages, and even when the deceitful parties showed their hands, they were still given the benefit of the doubt. I did not like Duke. Honestly, I like Demarcus more. I wanted him to stay over there because just NO.
The way this story was told was exceptional, however, I didn't care too much for the characters. Glad all ended well though. But if they didn't get their HEA, I wouldn't have been mad at it.
December 18, 2021
Well, well
This was a very good book. But let me just put out there how much I wanted to punch Duchess in the face throughout this whole book. I can understand not being street smart, but she was down right dumb as a box of rocks. The first and only person I would have told anything to would have been my man's brother.... SMH
This was a very good book. But let me just put out there how much I wanted to punch Duchess in the face throughout this whole book. I can understand not being street smart, but she was down right dumb as a box of rocks. The first and only person I would have told anything to would have been my man's brother.... SMH
January 7, 2022
Great
Part 2 was a page turner like Part 1
There was do much action, betrayal, jealousy that Duke and Success had to deal with
This is a story you don't want to miss
The love they had for each went through so many obstacles that the average person would never survive
Great story, great ending
Part 2 was a page turner like Part 1
There was do much action, betrayal, jealousy that Duke and Success had to deal with
This is a story you don't want to miss
The love they had for each went through so many obstacles that the average person would never survive
Great story, great ending
November 28, 2021
loved It
Oh this is my first one by Rhys author and I was not disappointed. I am so engaged in this I can’t wait to get to the second story to see how it all unfolds. I loved the characters well some of them. I can’t wait to see what is going to come Jerricka and Shai.
Oh this is my first one by Rhys author and I was not disappointed. I am so engaged in this I can’t wait to get to the second story to see how it all unfolds. I loved the characters well some of them. I can’t wait to see what is going to come Jerricka and Shai.
November 13, 2021
Kept me reading this one!
All I can say is I can’t wait for the Duke and Duchess meet again and for Dallas to be back to business as usual!
All I can say is I can’t wait for the Duke and Duchess meet again and for Dallas to be back to business as usual!
November 28, 2021
Duke and duchess
The ending was wild two crazy people trying to kill duke and duchess. The crazy part is that how come they didn’t check the hospitals for duke.
The ending was wild two crazy people trying to kill duke and duchess. The crazy part is that how come they didn’t check the hospitals for duke.
June 6, 2022
Great Book
This book was the best book I've read in a long time. Great love story!! Great Read Cant wait to read another book by this author
This book was the best book I've read in a long time. Great love story!! Great Read Cant wait to read another book by this author
February 4, 2024
There was a lot going on in the book but it was a lot of fun to read. I enjoyed the storyline and the cliffhanger.
February 9, 2024
Duke 💜 Duch
Part 1 has my heart racing and has me literally racing to download book 2! This reads like a movie 🍿 🎥 .
Part 1 has my heart racing and has me literally racing to download book 2! This reads like a movie 🍿 🎥 .
October 14, 2025
This had me on the edge of my seat
January 27, 2024
Jealousy will drive you to death smh 🤦🏾♀️ it’s a few ppl who need to be removed permanently from earth for the things they did smh
November 17, 2021
Duke and duchess.
I enjoyed the book about Duke and duchess from somebody being in Dallas Texas this was an awesome read one and two so please read her book she did a thing on this one.
I enjoyed the book about Duke and duchess from somebody being in Dallas Texas this was an awesome read one and two so please read her book she did a thing on this one.
April 8, 2024
Nerves shot
Honey, this book had me hot , and saying why?? But the Duke and Duchess was beautiful. Waiting on my Duke…
Honey, this book had me hot , and saying why?? But the Duke and Duchess was beautiful. Waiting on my Duke…
October 9, 2019
Shady dealings
Please let Jerikka and Shia fall off a cliff or something. Duke and Duchess definitely have a fairytale love, but this one doesn't quite have the perfect ending. Duchess is that naive, pretty girl who loves her dopeboy. Duke seems like a great guy, especially with the way he loves Duchess. Her naivete, when it comes to those closest to her, costs her dearly. Auri needs her butt whooped a few times. Using people to get ahead is a major theme in this book. Ford was in for a big shock with that ending. Will Duchess get her happily ever after in the next book?? I really loved how she found her voice though...literally.
Please let Jerikka and Shia fall off a cliff or something. Duke and Duchess definitely have a fairytale love, but this one doesn't quite have the perfect ending. Duchess is that naive, pretty girl who loves her dopeboy. Duke seems like a great guy, especially with the way he loves Duchess. Her naivete, when it comes to those closest to her, costs her dearly. Auri needs her butt whooped a few times. Using people to get ahead is a major theme in this book. Ford was in for a big shock with that ending. Will Duchess get her happily ever after in the next book?? I really loved how she found her voice though...literally.
November 18, 2019
Ohhhhh. SHYTTTTT. MUST READ....
Sneaky craving bastards..... THESE SOME DIRTY LOW DOWN FOLKS,,,,,LONG LIVE THE DUKE.....IM MAD AS HELL... BUT THAT ENDING GAVE ME LIFE ....MASTERFULLY CRAFT TO GRAB YO MIND AND HOLD YOU HOSTAGE.....I LOVE THESE CHARACTERS THE GOOD BAD AND UGLY TWINS... FORD STUCK TO HIS GUNS .....TWINS LOYALTY AND RIDING ...JERICKA...DIRTY BISH....SHAI..GONNA G E T IT.. MVP... MY DUCHESS... ..CAN'T WAIT FOR PART 2....OUT FREAKING STANDING....
Sneaky craving bastards..... THESE SOME DIRTY LOW DOWN FOLKS,,,,,LONG LIVE THE DUKE.....IM MAD AS HELL... BUT THAT ENDING GAVE ME LIFE ....MASTERFULLY CRAFT TO GRAB YO MIND AND HOLD YOU HOSTAGE.....I LOVE THESE CHARACTERS THE GOOD BAD AND UGLY TWINS... FORD STUCK TO HIS GUNS .....TWINS LOYALTY AND RIDING ...JERICKA...DIRTY BISH....SHAI..GONNA G E T IT.. MVP... MY DUCHESS... ..CAN'T WAIT FOR PART 2....OUT FREAKING STANDING....
November 3, 2019
Everything!
Oh my, this storyline was so captivating. Character development was mesmerizing. It is so much drama, love, envy and jealousy inside these pages that will have you racing to get to the end. I thoroughly enjoyed and recommend this five star read. Looking forward to reading part 2 and more from this author.
Oh my, this storyline was so captivating. Character development was mesmerizing. It is so much drama, love, envy and jealousy inside these pages that will have you racing to get to the end. I thoroughly enjoyed and recommend this five star read. Looking forward to reading part 2 and more from this author.
October 8, 2024
I couldn’t believe how the so called friend was shiesty. That’s why I’m glad the revenge happened in the second book. When I came across this two book series. I knew when I saw it that it was going to be really good. Both books was written beautifully.
October 12, 2019
1st book by this author
Good read. Lot of grammatical errors though, had to reread lines. Ready to see what everyone up to in part 2.
Good read. Lot of grammatical errors though, had to reread lines. Ready to see what everyone up to in part 2.
November 15, 2019
Okay now
The Duke and Duchess is a awesome book. Don’t want to give any spoilers away. Watch the company you keep. Can’t wait for Part 2!
The Duke and Duchess is a awesome book. Don’t want to give any spoilers away. Watch the company you keep. Can’t wait for Part 2!
November 22, 2019
Great book can't wait for the next done
November 29, 2019
I loved this book.....waiting on the 2nd book
March 13, 2020
I wish i could give this series 10 stars its a must read .True love over cones everything
November 27, 2020
Wow
That crazy nut! Envy will get you no where. She got everything she had coming. Never mess with a Duke and Dutchess.
That crazy nut! Envy will get you no where. She got everything she had coming. Never mess with a Duke and Dutchess.
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