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Betting on his Duchess
“But now I shall repeat myself. Will you marry me?”
Being a spinster is better than marrying the wrong person. But, after her father’s death, Lady Arabella must obey her angry and authoritarian uncle who demands she marry as soon as possible. A known rake is the last person she would choose, but what is she to do?
Giles Turner, the Duke of Blackwood, has had a particularly rough childhood, abused and neglected. A man now, he does not believe in love. So how bad can a little bet for a lady’s heart really be? Well, it depends on the lady…
A fateful meeting at a ball seals their little arrangement. A false betrothal, between the reformed rake and the unatainable beauty, a plan designed to perfection. Unfortunately, they are not the only ones with plans, but theirs is surely the least sinister…
*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then Betting on his Duchess is the novel for you.
This is a historical Regency romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 pages) by Patricia Haverton. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
Being a spinster is better than marrying the wrong person. But, after her father’s death, Lady Arabella must obey her angry and authoritarian uncle who demands she marry as soon as possible. A known rake is the last person she would choose, but what is she to do?
Giles Turner, the Duke of Blackwood, has had a particularly rough childhood, abused and neglected. A man now, he does not believe in love. So how bad can a little bet for a lady’s heart really be? Well, it depends on the lady…
A fateful meeting at a ball seals their little arrangement. A false betrothal, between the reformed rake and the unatainable beauty, a plan designed to perfection. Unfortunately, they are not the only ones with plans, but theirs is surely the least sinister…
*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then Betting on his Duchess is the novel for you.
This is a historical Regency romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 pages) by Patricia Haverton. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
418 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 15, 2022
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About the author
Patricia Haverton
92 books56 followersBorn the oldest of three children, Patricia Haverton grew up believing that she'd follow in her father's footsteps and pursue a career in science. However, her worldview changed when she decided to explore her British mother's roots. The trip to her ancestral lands solidified her conviction that she had found her true calling in the romanticism of the Era of Kings and Queens.
A hopeless romantic and a firm believer in the idea of soulmates, Patricia changed the course of her life and decided to get her degree in Creative Writing and Psychology. As she jokingly says ever so often, "she lives in the past now, where love shows the way and Dukes save the day!"
When she's not weaving tales of love that prevails, Patricia enjoys spending time with her husband, roaming the British countryside, where they have been living in for the past decade.
Now would be the time to let yourself go and experience the true magic of the Regency Era! Let your imagination run wild, live amazing adventures through the eyes of brave heroes! Like the legendary wise wizard, Patricia will be your guide!
A hopeless romantic and a firm believer in the idea of soulmates, Patricia changed the course of her life and decided to get her degree in Creative Writing and Psychology. As she jokingly says ever so often, "she lives in the past now, where love shows the way and Dukes save the day!"
When she's not weaving tales of love that prevails, Patricia enjoys spending time with her husband, roaming the British countryside, where they have been living in for the past decade.
Now would be the time to let yourself go and experience the true magic of the Regency Era! Let your imagination run wild, live amazing adventures through the eyes of brave heroes! Like the legendary wise wizard, Patricia will be your guide!
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April 4, 2023
Arabella and Giles’ story
Arabella and Giles’ story
Characters were great, they are believable. The plot was amazing and story flows smoothly. This one is a page turner, a must read. Thanks
Arabella and Giles’ story
Characters were great, they are believable. The plot was amazing and story flows smoothly. This one is a page turner, a must read. Thanks
May 1, 2022
Just not good
I'm glad this book didn't cost much because it was an awful read. Felt like I was reading something written by a middle school kid.
I'm glad this book didn't cost much because it was an awful read. Felt like I was reading something written by a middle school kid.
October 28, 2022
There's a extended epilogue not included
I liked the story, it had a bit of everything, but I think because of all the different story lines mingled in the book, I felt like there were things missing.
Is not the typical one or two point of view stories, that revolves around the main couple, you have the stories of like 6 characters.
This has it's pros and cons, I guess.
It is a easy read and it's main focus is not the romance.
It bothers me the "click here and get the real epilogue", because when I finished the book I was on a plane, therefore I couldn't read that part, but then I get 3 chapters of another book at the end!
Overall, a good story, entertaining, with some romance here and there, but also suspense and a bit of adventure.
I missed more depth in the main characters story line. And maybe the Sinopsis should mention that is not only their story.
The end was a bit rushed and I didn't really got what happened with the bad guy, why was he so bad.
I liked the story, it had a bit of everything, but I think because of all the different story lines mingled in the book, I felt like there were things missing.
Is not the typical one or two point of view stories, that revolves around the main couple, you have the stories of like 6 characters.
This has it's pros and cons, I guess.
It is a easy read and it's main focus is not the romance.
It bothers me the "click here and get the real epilogue", because when I finished the book I was on a plane, therefore I couldn't read that part, but then I get 3 chapters of another book at the end!
Overall, a good story, entertaining, with some romance here and there, but also suspense and a bit of adventure.
I missed more depth in the main characters story line. And maybe the Sinopsis should mention that is not only their story.
The end was a bit rushed and I didn't really got what happened with the bad guy, why was he so bad.
May 19, 2023
2.5*
Allegedly Arabella and Giles story, he a duke and she daughter of a duke, but we also get Agnes, Arabella's younger sister and her beau Joseph's story. Add to that the mystery of Giles parents marriage, Arabella's evil uncle and his demonic sidekick Meltige, and lots of violence and it gets quite messy.
There were bits I liked, but needed more context and exploration, and others so rushed they had to be read several times to get the correct meaning.
We hear the start of the outcome in Meltige, but it's left hanging (like maybe he should be), but hear nothing about the evil uncle and wimpy downtrodden cousin. If they left the house at the end - whose house? Was the girls father really murdered by his brother?
No end to the book, it accelerates like mad to the finish, and stops.
Too many loose ends.
Will say again if it's not good enough to publish as part of the book, don't bother including it under title extended epilogue. Never look at it, not part of the book. Irritating.
Allegedly Arabella and Giles story, he a duke and she daughter of a duke, but we also get Agnes, Arabella's younger sister and her beau Joseph's story. Add to that the mystery of Giles parents marriage, Arabella's evil uncle and his demonic sidekick Meltige, and lots of violence and it gets quite messy.
There were bits I liked, but needed more context and exploration, and others so rushed they had to be read several times to get the correct meaning.
We hear the start of the outcome in Meltige, but it's left hanging (like maybe he should be), but hear nothing about the evil uncle and wimpy downtrodden cousin. If they left the house at the end - whose house? Was the girls father really murdered by his brother?
No end to the book, it accelerates like mad to the finish, and stops.
Too many loose ends.
Will say again if it's not good enough to publish as part of the book, don't bother including it under title extended epilogue. Never look at it, not part of the book. Irritating.
April 18, 2022
Love in abundance
Where this is the story about Arabella and Gil it also is about Agnes, Joseph, and Noah all caught in a web of danger. With what Isaac and Gil went through when they were younger to the problems that the girls and Noah experience with Noah’s father this was a captivating story. So many twists but a very satisfying ending in the extended epilogue I could not put the book down. If you like mystery and suspense, characters that have unbelievable challenges, wonderful romance, true friends, and a load of other goodies this is the book to pick up it was wonderful.
Where this is the story about Arabella and Gil it also is about Agnes, Joseph, and Noah all caught in a web of danger. With what Isaac and Gil went through when they were younger to the problems that the girls and Noah experience with Noah’s father this was a captivating story. So many twists but a very satisfying ending in the extended epilogue I could not put the book down. If you like mystery and suspense, characters that have unbelievable challenges, wonderful romance, true friends, and a load of other goodies this is the book to pick up it was wonderful.
June 2, 2023
Great Love Story!
Giles was a mess before he encountered Arabella. He even jokingly took wager that he could get her where others didn't stand a chance. Of course he intended not to go near her but then pretend that he tried but couldn't do it but then for the first time in his life he fell in love and it led him on the ride of his life. I hope you choose to read this great love story.
Giles was a mess before he encountered Arabella. He even jokingly took wager that he could get her where others didn't stand a chance. Of course he intended not to go near her but then pretend that he tried but couldn't do it but then for the first time in his life he fell in love and it led him on the ride of his life. I hope you choose to read this great love story.
April 17, 2022
Betting on his Duchess
Arabella and Giles at first try to make a ruse of romance but they fall in love and then her uncle and others cause many twists and turns but love wins in the end The characters are realistic and filled with greed and jealousy The story is wonderful and well written I enjoyed reading as I do all books by this author
Arabella and Giles at first try to make a ruse of romance but they fall in love and then her uncle and others cause many twists and turns but love wins in the end The characters are realistic and filled with greed and jealousy The story is wonderful and well written I enjoyed reading as I do all books by this author
April 24, 2022
Beautiful story of Lady Anabella and Lord Giles pretending to be a couple. Lord had made a wager in his club that he would win.Lady Anabellas hand in marriage. There is a lot of danger and opposition from people close to them. But ultimately there problems come to an end . An Exciting read.
April 19, 2022
This story takes you on a rollercoaster ride with twist and turns of jealousy, greed,misunderstanding, mistrust, and each characters have their own unique personalities with their own agendas. From the moment I picked up this book to read, it captured my attention from beginning to end.
April 22, 2022
sweet romances with intrigue
This story involves a deceased duke’s two daughters and his widow left at the mercy of his brother, the now present duke. Only this brother comes with evil intent and intrigues that get reveal and corrected leaving two head
This story involves a deceased duke’s two daughters and his widow left at the mercy of his brother, the now present duke. Only this brother comes with evil intent and intrigues that get reveal and corrected leaving two head
April 24, 2022
This was ok until the end. It was like the author needed to cut pages and rushed the ending. I was still left with questions even after the extended epilogue. I feel like something else could be have been cut if necessary to leave room for more ending.
September 12, 2022
Unlikely Happy Ending
This reviewer did not give this read much of a chance for a well comprised happy ending but surprise, surprise! I recommend this read and look forward to reading more offerings by this author.
This reviewer did not give this read much of a chance for a well comprised happy ending but surprise, surprise! I recommend this read and look forward to reading more offerings by this author.
April 19, 2022
This is a good book. Even though I was given a copy of this book by the author, it in no way influenced my opinion, and this is my honest review.
May 20, 2022
Betting on his Duchess
Loved the storyline it was so entertaining and interesting. The chemistry between Giles and Arabella was great. I wholeheartedly recommend this book.
Loved the storyline it was so entertaining and interesting. The chemistry between Giles and Arabella was great. I wholeheartedly recommend this book.
June 25, 2022
Totally enjoyed reading this book
November 22, 2022
Very good
The books about the family by this author are a fun read. It has romance, deception, humor and characters you will enjoy meeting.
The books about the family by this author are a fun read. It has romance, deception, humor and characters you will enjoy meeting.
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