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The Duke’s Lost Treasures #3
If Not for the Duke
Can she keep her secret from the suspicious duke?
While thrilled her older sisters are happily married, Lena Wright doesn’t expect that future for herself. Not when her ability to foresee events causes her such distress. How unfortunate that her intuition places her directly in the path of the grumpiest man in all of London--the Duke of Renwick.
Sterling Dunworth, the Duke of Renwick, learned not to trust others from his father. Lena Wright is intriguing, and he’s grateful to her for befriending his shy sister, but a secret lurks in her beautiful eyes. If only he could remember that after their first kiss.
Lena is dismayed to learn His Grumpiness has launched a search for treasure on Oak Island. But when the famous treasure hunter the duke employs to lead the dig claims instant success, Lena refuses to remain silent.
All Lena wants is to unveil the treasure hunt as a fraud and protect her father’s legacy. She has no desire to hurt Sterling or his sister. Yet with each day that passes, it becomes clear she can’t manage both.
Sterling and Lena aren’t the only ones interested in the supposed treasure on the island, and they must put their love and lives on the line to stop the thief from stealing the most important treasure--the one they’ve found in each other.
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The Duke’s Lost Treasures
Once Upon a Duke's Wish
A Kiss from a Marquess
If Not for the Duke
While thrilled her older sisters are happily married, Lena Wright doesn’t expect that future for herself. Not when her ability to foresee events causes her such distress. How unfortunate that her intuition places her directly in the path of the grumpiest man in all of London--the Duke of Renwick.
Sterling Dunworth, the Duke of Renwick, learned not to trust others from his father. Lena Wright is intriguing, and he’s grateful to her for befriending his shy sister, but a secret lurks in her beautiful eyes. If only he could remember that after their first kiss.
Lena is dismayed to learn His Grumpiness has launched a search for treasure on Oak Island. But when the famous treasure hunter the duke employs to lead the dig claims instant success, Lena refuses to remain silent.
All Lena wants is to unveil the treasure hunt as a fraud and protect her father’s legacy. She has no desire to hurt Sterling or his sister. Yet with each day that passes, it becomes clear she can’t manage both.
Sterling and Lena aren’t the only ones interested in the supposed treasure on the island, and they must put their love and lives on the line to stop the thief from stealing the most important treasure--the one they’ve found in each other.
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The Duke’s Lost Treasures
Once Upon a Duke's Wish
A Kiss from a Marquess
If Not for the Duke
298 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 30, 2022
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Lana Williams
102 books406 followersLana Williams is the USA Today Bestselling and Amazon All-Star Author of over 55 historical fiction novels filled with mystery, romance, adventure, and sometimes a pinch of paranormal to stir things up.
She spends her days in Victorian, Regency, and Medieval times, depending on her mood and current deadline.
Lana calls the Rocky Mountains of Colorado home where she lives with her husband and a spoiled rescue dog named Sadie. Connect with her at https://lanawilliams.net/, find her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/lanawilliamsbooks, or on IG @authorlanawilliams.
She spends her days in Victorian, Regency, and Medieval times, depending on her mood and current deadline.
Lana calls the Rocky Mountains of Colorado home where she lives with her husband and a spoiled rescue dog named Sadie. Connect with her at https://lanawilliams.net/, find her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/lanawilliamsbooks, or on IG @authorlanawilliams.
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December 18, 2022
Love it
What an incredible series.. Each of these stories were incredible in their own right. And I can't tell you how much I loved this series.
I'm sad to see it come to an end but I look forward to what Lana has in store next.
What an incredible series.. Each of these stories were incredible in their own right. And I can't tell you how much I loved this series.
I'm sad to see it come to an end but I look forward to what Lana has in store next.
December 28, 2024
Lana Williams has outdone herself with If Not For the Duke, a masterful blend of passion, emotional depth, and Regency-era charm. This novel is a perfect example of why historical romance continues to enchant readers: compelling characters, a richly detailed setting, and a love story that tugs at the heartstrings.
The story centers on a wounded Duke grappling with past regrets and a spirited heroine determined to chart her own course in a society bound by rigid expectations. From their first encounter, their chemistry is electric, and Williams skillfully navigates their journey from mistrust to love with sensitivity and authenticity. Their banter is delightful, their vulnerabilities relatable, and their eventual union immensely satisfying.
Williams weaves a secondary storyline filled with intrigue and tension, which adds depth to the plot without overshadowing the romance. The pacing is excellent, with each chapter drawing readers deeper into the lives of the protagonists and the stakes that keep them apart.
What truly sets this book apart is its emotional resonance. The Duke’s internal struggles and the heroine’s strength create a perfect balance of vulnerability and resilience, making their love story feel both genuine and rewarding.
Fans of Regency romance will be swept away by the vivid historical details, the well-rounded supporting characters, and the tender, passionate romance at the heart of the novel. If Not For the Duke is a beautifully written, unforgettable story that will leave readers smiling—and wishing for more. An absolute must-read!
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I highly recommend this entire series!
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The story centers on a wounded Duke grappling with past regrets and a spirited heroine determined to chart her own course in a society bound by rigid expectations. From their first encounter, their chemistry is electric, and Williams skillfully navigates their journey from mistrust to love with sensitivity and authenticity. Their banter is delightful, their vulnerabilities relatable, and their eventual union immensely satisfying.
Williams weaves a secondary storyline filled with intrigue and tension, which adds depth to the plot without overshadowing the romance. The pacing is excellent, with each chapter drawing readers deeper into the lives of the protagonists and the stakes that keep them apart.
What truly sets this book apart is its emotional resonance. The Duke’s internal struggles and the heroine’s strength create a perfect balance of vulnerability and resilience, making their love story feel both genuine and rewarding.
Fans of Regency romance will be swept away by the vivid historical details, the well-rounded supporting characters, and the tender, passionate romance at the heart of the novel. If Not For the Duke is a beautifully written, unforgettable story that will leave readers smiling—and wishing for more. An absolute must-read!
5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I highly recommend this entire series!
📚Disclosure: I received a review copy of this #book from Dragonblade Publishing via #Netgalley. All thoughts, opinions, comments, and interpretations of the story are my own and bias free. I did not receive any money in exchange for this review. Thank you to the publisher for allowing me the opportunity to review. 🦄 @dragonbladepub
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November 29, 2022
While thrilled her older sisters are happily married, Lena Wright doesn’t expect that future for herself. Not when her ability to foresee events causes her such distress. How unfortunate that her intuition places her directly in the path of the grumpiest man in all of London Sterling Dunworth, the Duke of Renwick who learned not to trust others from his father. Lena Wright is intriguing, and he’s grateful to her for befriending his shy sister, but a secret lurks in her beautiful eyes. Lena is dismayed to learn Sterling has launched a search for treasure on Oak Island. But when the famous treasure hunter the duke employs to lead the dig claims instant success, Lena refuses to remain silent.
Lena is the third & final Wright sister to find love & another well written book that had mystery, treasure hunting & of course romance. I really liked both Sterling & Lena & was captivated not only by their attraction & chemistry but by their rocky journey to a HEA too. There were also edge of the seat moments, which kept me guessing. A delightful story & a delightful series
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
Lena is the third & final Wright sister to find love & another well written book that had mystery, treasure hunting & of course romance. I really liked both Sterling & Lena & was captivated not only by their attraction & chemistry but by their rocky journey to a HEA too. There were also edge of the seat moments, which kept me guessing. A delightful story & a delightful series
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
December 1, 2022
In this well-written and intriguing romantic mystery, Lena Wright and her sisters are still suffering from the fallout of their father's accidental death on Oak Island. With speculation swirling around them and opportunistic people wanting to get their hands on any evidence of a buried treasure, the Wright sisters have become cautious about whom they trust. Lena is convinced that her premonitions would not be acceptable in society and keeps them firmly under wraps until the Duke of Renwick's sister almost has an accident. At which point Lena rushes in to keep her safe. Sterling is suspicious of everyone and Lena is no exception. Her evasive responses and secretive behavior give him even more concern about his sister's safety. Nevertheless, the more he comes to know about Lena, the more intrigued is by her. The novel escalates in both danger and romance, coming to a good romantic conclusion. Amidst the suspense, there is wit and humor and I found myself chuckling on a number of occasions. I received a copy of this novel as a gift through Dragonblade Publishing and NetGalley and this is my honest and voluntary review.
December 20, 2022
I received an Advance Reader Copy from the publisher, via NetGalley. This in no way impacted on my view.
As the youngest Wright sister, Lena has always followed her older sisters. But now the only one unmarried, she's both relishing and hating the silence. And when her 'gift' of feeling when something is about to go wrong occurs at a garden party, with the Duke of Renwick's sister, Lena finds she is drawn to his family like never before. Sterling Dunworth will do anything for his sister, and that includes buying up the rights to dig on Oak Island. He's wary of Lena and Bernice's friendship, as women have tried to befriend Bernie in the past to get closer to him. Lena seems to actually care about Bernie, though, and it's clear that Sterling is the one who is falling.
I enjoyed the romance in this one perhaps the most, but parts of the plot line weren't as enjoyable as previous books. I did like that we got to see Lena's gift more, and learn about the family connection it has. It allowed Lena to come to terms with it more, and see it as less of a curse, and more of a bonus, particularly when it came to the people she loved. Sterling was a grumpy hero, but one who loved hard, and Lena was no exception. They were both wary at first, and tried to fight the attraction, but it was too much for them, and anyway, they were perfect for each other. A lovely way to tie up the series.
As the youngest Wright sister, Lena has always followed her older sisters. But now the only one unmarried, she's both relishing and hating the silence. And when her 'gift' of feeling when something is about to go wrong occurs at a garden party, with the Duke of Renwick's sister, Lena finds she is drawn to his family like never before. Sterling Dunworth will do anything for his sister, and that includes buying up the rights to dig on Oak Island. He's wary of Lena and Bernice's friendship, as women have tried to befriend Bernie in the past to get closer to him. Lena seems to actually care about Bernie, though, and it's clear that Sterling is the one who is falling.
I enjoyed the romance in this one perhaps the most, but parts of the plot line weren't as enjoyable as previous books. I did like that we got to see Lena's gift more, and learn about the family connection it has. It allowed Lena to come to terms with it more, and see it as less of a curse, and more of a bonus, particularly when it came to the people she loved. Sterling was a grumpy hero, but one who loved hard, and Lena was no exception. They were both wary at first, and tried to fight the attraction, but it was too much for them, and anyway, they were perfect for each other. A lovely way to tie up the series.
December 1, 2022
Lena Wright is happy her sisters are married, but because of her "special feelings" that will not be likely for her. Luckily she loves her grandfather who she lives with.
Our heroine's father was a treasure hunter and spent most of his life searching one island, with no great results.
Sterling Dunworth, the Duke of Renwick has learnt over the years not to trust people. They even use his sister to get close to him.
Our hero has financed a project just because his sister showed an interest in it. Unfortunately that could bring danger into his very household.
A very entertaining historical romance with fabulous characters. You could read this book on its own, but reading the series in order is better. We get a nice mystery to solve and discover more about our heroine.
Good fun.
Our heroine's father was a treasure hunter and spent most of his life searching one island, with no great results.
Sterling Dunworth, the Duke of Renwick has learnt over the years not to trust people. They even use his sister to get close to him.
Our hero has financed a project just because his sister showed an interest in it. Unfortunately that could bring danger into his very household.
A very entertaining historical romance with fabulous characters. You could read this book on its own, but reading the series in order is better. We get a nice mystery to solve and discover more about our heroine.
Good fun.
November 30, 2022
Lena Wright has an unusual gift—a foreboding sixth sense. Needless to say, it’s not the sort of thing Victorian society would welcome in an eligible young woman. In fact, she most likely would be shunned. So Lena, though happy her sisters have made good matches, has accepted the idea that she will never marry and, instead, focuses her energies on saving the reputation of her late father, a treasure hunter on Oak Island.
Sterling, the Duke of Renwick, is grateful that Lena has befriended his shy sister. But he hesitates to mention that he’s hired his own expert treasure hunter to go to Oak Island and pick up where Lena’s father left off. However, something about her behavior toward him is off.
Lena can't imagine telling him about her sixth sense, but how else can she explain that she knows something is not right about this treasure hunter he’s hired.
This is the third book the William’s ‘The Duke’s Lost Treasures’ series and one I’ve looked forward to. Lena is a spunky young woman for her time, and with a special gift. It’s also fun to revisit the sisters from the previous two installments and finally dig into Lena’s character more, while watching the growing tension between herself and the Duke...or is that attraction? You’ll enjoy finding out for yourself.
Sterling, the Duke of Renwick, is grateful that Lena has befriended his shy sister. But he hesitates to mention that he’s hired his own expert treasure hunter to go to Oak Island and pick up where Lena’s father left off. However, something about her behavior toward him is off.
Lena can't imagine telling him about her sixth sense, but how else can she explain that she knows something is not right about this treasure hunter he’s hired.
This is the third book the William’s ‘The Duke’s Lost Treasures’ series and one I’ve looked forward to. Lena is a spunky young woman for her time, and with a special gift. It’s also fun to revisit the sisters from the previous two installments and finally dig into Lena’s character more, while watching the growing tension between herself and the Duke...or is that attraction? You’ll enjoy finding out for yourself.
November 29, 2022
Not only a tale about romance, but also of sibling love and camaraderie. Of ESP and treasure hunting, the mystery, the scams. Lots to unpack and enjoy!
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley and leaving my review voluntarily.
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley and leaving my review voluntarily.
November 27, 2022
They Both Found It Hard To Trust
Lena has a gift she gets visions when someone she knows or cares about is in trouble, which is why she’ll never marry. It’s a secret known only to her family and family member’s, she didn’t have a lot of friends outside her family circle because she found it hard to trust people.
Saving the Duke of Renwick’s sister from a disaster happening puts her in his path. Sterling loves his sister and would do anything to protect her but he didn’t trust easily, He was suspicious of Lena but attracted to her at the same time.
When Lena finds out that his sister has some letters which may shed some light on the treasure her father had searched for and died for, she asked her new friend if she could look at them.
Another great storyline following the youngest sister’s adventure! Would she trust Sterling enough to trust him with her secrets, she was after all falling in love with him and would Sterling trust her enough to let her know how the treasure hunt was going.
Secret, lies, mystery, intrigue, danger, love and romance, a great read with a HEA, leaving you guessing and on a knife edge as to what will happen next, will the treasure eventually be found. I can’t wait for the next story.
The three stories within this series, although they are not really steamy, they are well worth a read and have so much going on, they will leave you wanting to read more! All worthy of a 5*
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Lena has a gift she gets visions when someone she knows or cares about is in trouble, which is why she’ll never marry. It’s a secret known only to her family and family member’s, she didn’t have a lot of friends outside her family circle because she found it hard to trust people.
Saving the Duke of Renwick’s sister from a disaster happening puts her in his path. Sterling loves his sister and would do anything to protect her but he didn’t trust easily, He was suspicious of Lena but attracted to her at the same time.
When Lena finds out that his sister has some letters which may shed some light on the treasure her father had searched for and died for, she asked her new friend if she could look at them.
Another great storyline following the youngest sister’s adventure! Would she trust Sterling enough to trust him with her secrets, she was after all falling in love with him and would Sterling trust her enough to let her know how the treasure hunt was going.
Secret, lies, mystery, intrigue, danger, love and romance, a great read with a HEA, leaving you guessing and on a knife edge as to what will happen next, will the treasure eventually be found. I can’t wait for the next story.
The three stories within this series, although they are not really steamy, they are well worth a read and have so much going on, they will leave you wanting to read more! All worthy of a 5*
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
November 28, 2022
A charming conclusion to this lovely series. I have enjoyed getting to know the Wright sisters. Having journeyed to London to their grandfather after their fathers passing, these 3 women had no idea what to expect. Having disowned their mother their grandfather, the Duke, did not know of their existence. Their arrival was a surprise, but their determination won him over and each of their love stories followed. I enjoyed seeing this little family come together. The treasure hunting mysteries carried a recurrent them throughout, in this story it led Lena to Sterling. This proved many bumps along their journey, but they could not deny their attraction. I loved the shy acceptance of their growing feelings. Their longing for each other carried us along in anticipation. Seeing Lena’s growing friendship with Bernie was an added joy. Both women not being familiar with true close friends due to circumstances holding them back. In the end, we are left with a beautiful family moment that brings the entire story full circle… ending much as it begun with the Duke and hi 3 lost treasures. Beautiful!
December 27, 2022
I enjoyed reading the book. The book for me seemed a little light hearted. It was a book of warmth to the soul. Most of the entertainment from the story was the romance between the main characters Lena and Renwick. This book was an easy read for me, there it was a good page turner.
April 7, 2023
Like a treasure map, “If Not for the Duke” takes readers on an exciting journey, sharing moments of touching emotions, unexpected intrigue, and captivating romance!
Read full review in the 2023 April issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2023 April issue of InD'tale Magazine.
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October 30, 2022It's release day for IF NOT FOR THE DUKE! I can't wait for you to read this one - a grumpy duke, a lady with a secret, and a slow burn romance. This is the 3rd and final book in The Duke's Lost Treasures series but can be read as a standalone.
Sterling and Lena aren’t the only ones interested in the supposed treasure on Oak Island, and they must put their love and lives on the line to stop the thief from stealing the most important treasure—the one they’ve found in each other.
Find it on Amazon today!
Sterling and Lena aren’t the only ones interested in the supposed treasure on Oak Island, and they must put their love and lives on the line to stop the thief from stealing the most important treasure—the one they’ve found in each other.
Find it on Amazon today!
January 20, 2023
Thanks to NetGalley for a copy of this ebook and this is my freely given opinion.
This is the third book, and I presume the last of the Duke's Lost Treasures, as this is about the last Wright sister, Lena Wright. Lena is thinking that she will be the spinster sister because a loving, trusting relationship, like her sisters, is not in her future. She is hiding a secret that she is afraid, if it were to come out, would cause people to shun her or treat her with disdain. Apparently Lena has a touch of the second sight, and while it is present, it is not clear or reliable. For example, she was not able to figure out her feelings in time to save her father from the shaft collapsing and killing him on Oak Island.
Sterling, the Duke of Renwick, is a very stern and grave man, dubbed by Lena as His Grumpiness. He is very suspicious of members of Society and very protective of his younger sister, having found that people are willing to lie and manipulate her to try to foster a relationship with him. Lena gets one of her feelings when at a ball, about Bernie, and saves her from injury and embarrassment. Bernie loves the mystique of Oak Island and when she finds out that Lena is one of *those* Wrights, she forges a friendship with her. Sterling is suspicious of the motives of Lena, but finds himself highly attracted to her as well, and eventually warms to her... with some reservations as she appears to be keeping secrets from him at times, which triggers suspicions as well.
Of course, he is also keeping secrets, because he is part of a company that has bought the property on Oak Island and he is funding his own treasure hunt, for Bernie. But this ends up being outed, and then Sterling and his sister become the target of some kind of scheme involving their operation.
This was a cute story, and I liked the development of the sisterly relationships between the Wright sisters, and the growing relationship with their grandfather and the other spouses over the three books, and how Lena wanted to foster a sisterly friendship with Bernie as well. I felt the mystery and her qualms about her secret a bit convoluted, but overall this was a satisfactory ending to the series as Lena and Sterling find a happily ever after.
too bad the mystery of Oak Island continues to this day. Or maybe it was solved by now, but really, I could not watch that show beyond the first season...
3.25 stars out of 5
This is the third book, and I presume the last of the Duke's Lost Treasures, as this is about the last Wright sister, Lena Wright. Lena is thinking that she will be the spinster sister because a loving, trusting relationship, like her sisters, is not in her future. She is hiding a secret that she is afraid, if it were to come out, would cause people to shun her or treat her with disdain. Apparently Lena has a touch of the second sight, and while it is present, it is not clear or reliable. For example, she was not able to figure out her feelings in time to save her father from the shaft collapsing and killing him on Oak Island.
Sterling, the Duke of Renwick, is a very stern and grave man, dubbed by Lena as His Grumpiness. He is very suspicious of members of Society and very protective of his younger sister, having found that people are willing to lie and manipulate her to try to foster a relationship with him. Lena gets one of her feelings when at a ball, about Bernie, and saves her from injury and embarrassment. Bernie loves the mystique of Oak Island and when she finds out that Lena is one of *those* Wrights, she forges a friendship with her. Sterling is suspicious of the motives of Lena, but finds himself highly attracted to her as well, and eventually warms to her... with some reservations as she appears to be keeping secrets from him at times, which triggers suspicions as well.
Of course, he is also keeping secrets, because he is part of a company that has bought the property on Oak Island and he is funding his own treasure hunt, for Bernie. But this ends up being outed, and then Sterling and his sister become the target of some kind of scheme involving their operation.
This was a cute story, and I liked the development of the sisterly relationships between the Wright sisters, and the growing relationship with their grandfather and the other spouses over the three books, and how Lena wanted to foster a sisterly friendship with Bernie as well. I felt the mystery and her qualms about her secret a bit convoluted, but overall this was a satisfactory ending to the series as Lena and Sterling find a happily ever after.
too bad the mystery of Oak Island continues to this day. Or maybe it was solved by now, but really, I could not watch that show beyond the first season...
3.25 stars out of 5
February 19, 2024
A fairly enjoyable read, If Not for the Duke is the third entry in Lana Williams' The Duke's Lost Treasures series. While it could be read as a standalone, there is a lot of backstory and character development that has happened in the first two books. Reading this one without having read those first could generate some confusion or dissatisfaction.
This particular book follows Lena, the last unmarried Wright sister, and Sterling Dunworth, Duke of Renworth, aka His Grumpiness. Sterling's sister has recently become fascinated by the alleged treasure at Oak Island, and Sterling has initiated a new search. Lena and her sisters are not happy about this, especially as the man leading the search claims quick results, thus casting aspersions on their father who searched for years without success. Lena has also become fast friends with Sterling's sister, who has discovered new letters related to Oak Island. Through this friendship, she comes to interact with the Duke more and more, and both realize their deep attraction. Lena holds back, however. She often gets flashes of intuition that seem to predict future happenings and she worries Sterling will never accept this aspect of her.
I liked Lena and Sterling as characters, and I thought the story was decent, if a little slow at times. The Oak Island backstory is a complicated one and there was lots of time spent to its discussion, discussion that became a but dry. This is also not a steamy romance, in case that is your jam. There is one love-making scene post-marriage, and it felt like it was only included to check its inclusion off a list. Despite these minor quibbles, I would recommend this book as well as the first two in the series. 3.5 stars rounded to 5.
Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for an ARC of this book. The opinions herein are my own.
This particular book follows Lena, the last unmarried Wright sister, and Sterling Dunworth, Duke of Renworth, aka His Grumpiness. Sterling's sister has recently become fascinated by the alleged treasure at Oak Island, and Sterling has initiated a new search. Lena and her sisters are not happy about this, especially as the man leading the search claims quick results, thus casting aspersions on their father who searched for years without success. Lena has also become fast friends with Sterling's sister, who has discovered new letters related to Oak Island. Through this friendship, she comes to interact with the Duke more and more, and both realize their deep attraction. Lena holds back, however. She often gets flashes of intuition that seem to predict future happenings and she worries Sterling will never accept this aspect of her.
I liked Lena and Sterling as characters, and I thought the story was decent, if a little slow at times. The Oak Island backstory is a complicated one and there was lots of time spent to its discussion, discussion that became a but dry. This is also not a steamy romance, in case that is your jam. There is one love-making scene post-marriage, and it felt like it was only included to check its inclusion off a list. Despite these minor quibbles, I would recommend this book as well as the first two in the series. 3.5 stars rounded to 5.
Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for an ARC of this book. The opinions herein are my own.
January 5, 2023
A delightfully captivating addition to The Duke's Lost Treasures series. The series comes to a conclusion with Lena's story, the third and final Wright sister. Lena has an ability to see events in the future, and this causes her much distress. She tries to keeps her gift a secret from the ton, until Sterling's (the Duke of Renwick) sister almost has an accident and she rushes to save her. Sterling is generally suspicious of everyone, and that includes Lena for befriending his sister. Many have done so in the past in order to get closer to him. Even though Lena's friendship is genuine, her evasiveness due to her premonitions causes him to be suspicious of her. Despite that, he becomes more and more intrigued with her the more he gets to know her.
This is the third and final installment of what has been a lovely series. The story is filled with mystery, intrigue, and romance and had me completely captivated and engrossed till the end. The plot twists really had me guessing and turning the pages. Sterling and Lena had a bumpy journey to their HEA, but they had amazing chemistry and I enjoyed following them on their journey. I also enjoyed the dialogue and witty banter, as it brought a delightful element of humor to the story. This has been a great series and I'm anxious to see what the author will bring us next!
My thanks to Dragonblade Publishing and Netgalley for providing a complimentary copy. This is my honest and voluntary review.
This is the third and final installment of what has been a lovely series. The story is filled with mystery, intrigue, and romance and had me completely captivated and engrossed till the end. The plot twists really had me guessing and turning the pages. Sterling and Lena had a bumpy journey to their HEA, but they had amazing chemistry and I enjoyed following them on their journey. I also enjoyed the dialogue and witty banter, as it brought a delightful element of humor to the story. This has been a great series and I'm anxious to see what the author will bring us next!
My thanks to Dragonblade Publishing and Netgalley for providing a complimentary copy. This is my honest and voluntary review.
December 28, 2022
4.25 STARS
I've read the whole series and it can be a stand alone, but you will get more out of it if you read the series in order. There's so much information about how the sisters are treated when they first arrive in London in the first book. Plus the drama they experienced with their father hunting for treasure.
Fantastic main and secondary characters and I enjoyed catching up with the characters from the previous stories.
The first 1/3 of the story dragged for me and the last 2/3rds was suspenseful and made it enjoyable.
The H is cold and standoffish. You realize it's due to how he was raised by his unfeeling father. The h comes from a family who support each other and love is shown. The h has a gift of sensing danger. It is hard for her at times to figure it out but in the case with the H's sister it was a true gift.
Romance builds slowly, lovemaking within marriage - heat level 3 out of 5.
No cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA, romantic and a tad of steam. Loved the epilogue 6 months in the future. I hope the author writes a story about the H's sister.
I can't improve on the blurb, just giving you some tidbits to decide to purchase this story. (ljb)
I've read the whole series and it can be a stand alone, but you will get more out of it if you read the series in order. There's so much information about how the sisters are treated when they first arrive in London in the first book. Plus the drama they experienced with their father hunting for treasure.
Fantastic main and secondary characters and I enjoyed catching up with the characters from the previous stories.
The first 1/3 of the story dragged for me and the last 2/3rds was suspenseful and made it enjoyable.
The H is cold and standoffish. You realize it's due to how he was raised by his unfeeling father. The h comes from a family who support each other and love is shown. The h has a gift of sensing danger. It is hard for her at times to figure it out but in the case with the H's sister it was a true gift.
Romance builds slowly, lovemaking within marriage - heat level 3 out of 5.
No cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA, romantic and a tad of steam. Loved the epilogue 6 months in the future. I hope the author writes a story about the H's sister.
I can't improve on the blurb, just giving you some tidbits to decide to purchase this story. (ljb)
February 1, 2023
The Treasure is You
I absolutely loved Lena and Sterlings story. Lena has always blamed herself for there fathers death. That she didn’t warn him when she had a feeling. Her sisters tried to tell her that it wasn’t her fault.
Sterling and his sister Bernice were raised without love from there father who was cruel. He worried about his sister and her weak constitution while she was growing up. It was hard for Sterling to trust anyone except his sister. When she started a friendship with Lena he was suspicious as was Bernie since Lady’s only wanted her friendship to get closer to her brother. But once she was introduced to Lena all she could talk about was Oak Island.
Bernie was obsessed with all the secrets of Oak Island and to appease her Sterling is funding another dig there with explorer Clarke. Lena and her sisters find out about it and are suspicious about his motives.
A wonderful story with a beautiful ending.
I absolutely loved Lena and Sterlings story. Lena has always blamed herself for there fathers death. That she didn’t warn him when she had a feeling. Her sisters tried to tell her that it wasn’t her fault.
Sterling and his sister Bernice were raised without love from there father who was cruel. He worried about his sister and her weak constitution while she was growing up. It was hard for Sterling to trust anyone except his sister. When she started a friendship with Lena he was suspicious as was Bernie since Lady’s only wanted her friendship to get closer to her brother. But once she was introduced to Lena all she could talk about was Oak Island.
Bernie was obsessed with all the secrets of Oak Island and to appease her Sterling is funding another dig there with explorer Clarke. Lena and her sisters find out about it and are suspicious about his motives.
A wonderful story with a beautiful ending.
December 2, 2022
Treasure, Secrets, Special Gift:
First off, I love a story with a seer, and I have not read this author stories before so now we are going on a thrilling
adventure for Lena and Sterling discovering their beautiful blossoming romance that is filled with lots of emotional ups and downs. Concerns about her special gift intrude into her thoughts a lot.
I love the characters throughout the entire story and even though this is the third book of the series I was not lost.
Lots of excitement, desirous attraction, deceptions, conspiracies, witty flirtatious kissing scene that had my heart all a twitter. So sweet.
A good epilogue with a little intimacy after marriage. I would have liked more sizzle in the romance scenes.
A lovely adventurous sweet romance story that was a joy to read.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy for my honest opinion.
First off, I love a story with a seer, and I have not read this author stories before so now we are going on a thrilling
adventure for Lena and Sterling discovering their beautiful blossoming romance that is filled with lots of emotional ups and downs. Concerns about her special gift intrude into her thoughts a lot.
I love the characters throughout the entire story and even though this is the third book of the series I was not lost.
Lots of excitement, desirous attraction, deceptions, conspiracies, witty flirtatious kissing scene that had my heart all a twitter. So sweet.
A good epilogue with a little intimacy after marriage. I would have liked more sizzle in the romance scenes.
A lovely adventurous sweet romance story that was a joy to read.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy for my honest opinion.
December 4, 2022
4 1/2*STARS*
Lena Wright is always hesitant to explain her premonitions. She will never find a husband to understand her gift. Sterling Dunworth, the Duke of Renwick, purchased the property of Oak Island for his sister Beatrice to continue the excavation for gold. Lena's premonition tells her it will not be found, but other men involved believe there is evidence otherwise.
Befriending Beatrice, Lena and Sterling's interactions become an attraction neither expected. Only trusting each other will lead to a life together. Should the treasure be found to verify that David Wright didn't waste his life searching for the treasure? I can see Beatrice and Worley each having their own stories. YES? I recommend reading this series with possible treasure, pirates, privateers and three sisters with a close bond.
Some steam.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Lena Wright is always hesitant to explain her premonitions. She will never find a husband to understand her gift. Sterling Dunworth, the Duke of Renwick, purchased the property of Oak Island for his sister Beatrice to continue the excavation for gold. Lena's premonition tells her it will not be found, but other men involved believe there is evidence otherwise.
Befriending Beatrice, Lena and Sterling's interactions become an attraction neither expected. Only trusting each other will lead to a life together. Should the treasure be found to verify that David Wright didn't waste his life searching for the treasure? I can see Beatrice and Worley each having their own stories. YES? I recommend reading this series with possible treasure, pirates, privateers and three sisters with a close bond.
Some steam.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
November 29, 2022
I have read and enjoyed all books in this series of the Wright sisters. Although not my favourite it is just as good as the other two and is there a hint of a fourth perhaps. The treasure hunting mysteries carried a recurrent them throughout and, in this story, it led Lena to Sterling. There are, any ups and downs in their journey, but they could not deny their attraction. I loved the shy acceptance of their growing feelings. Their longing for each other carried us along in anticipation. Seeing Lena’s growing friendship with Bernie was an added bonus. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 4, 2022
I have so enjoyed The Duke's Lost Treasures Series, and Nora, Ella, and Lena's stories about their father, David Wright, and his hunt for treasure on Oak Islnd. The girls want to honor and preserve his memory.
This is Lena's story, and we learn more about her sixth sense or feelings that she has at times.
Stirling Dunworth, The Duke of Renwick has hired an experienced treasure hunter, Clarke, to dig for the treasure on Oak Island. Stirling is doing this because he loves his shy sister, Bernie, who is very interested in the treasure.
I highly recommend not only Lena's story, but the other two books in the series as well.
This is Lena's story, and we learn more about her sixth sense or feelings that she has at times.
Stirling Dunworth, The Duke of Renwick has hired an experienced treasure hunter, Clarke, to dig for the treasure on Oak Island. Stirling is doing this because he loves his shy sister, Bernie, who is very interested in the treasure.
I highly recommend not only Lena's story, but the other two books in the series as well.
December 8, 2022
Fabulous
What a fantastic way to finish the trilogy. I was captured from the first page. I liked Lena from the start. So glad to see her find her own love interest. As usual the mystery was intriguing and I had trouble trying to guess who the actual villain was. Well worth reading through again. Lovely ending.
What a fantastic way to finish the trilogy. I was captured from the first page. I liked Lena from the start. So glad to see her find her own love interest. As usual the mystery was intriguing and I had trouble trying to guess who the actual villain was. Well worth reading through again. Lovely ending.
March 14, 2023
delightful
Each book was as good as the last and better in some ways. Throughout the set, your interest in each sister grew as you learned more about all of them through each subsequent book. I look forward to reading many more books by Lana, as they are well written, interesting, heartfelt, and happily ever after stories.
Each book was as good as the last and better in some ways. Throughout the set, your interest in each sister grew as you learned more about all of them through each subsequent book. I look forward to reading many more books by Lana, as they are well written, interesting, heartfelt, and happily ever after stories.
April 1, 2023
The h lived in fear about having a 'gift' despite being well loved and supported by her family. They don't trust the H but he wins her over eventually. There's missing treasure, grieving for their beloved father and I read this out of order, so needed to catch up on their history. It was OK but not interested in reading more in this series.
December 2, 2022
I enjoyed Lena and Sterling's love story. It read more like historical fiction rather than a true historical romance, though. I thought the pacing was a bit slow. it is mostly a clean romance with one very tame open door scene right at the end.
December 17, 2022
Enjoyable Read
This was the final book in the trilogy and a lovely end to a really enjoyable series. Each book could be read as a standalone but they are about three sisters who all find their happy ever after and I would recommend reading all three books.
This was the final book in the trilogy and a lovely end to a really enjoyable series. Each book could be read as a standalone but they are about three sisters who all find their happy ever after and I would recommend reading all three books.
January 18, 2023
She often knows what to expect
Expect a delightful Regency Era romance with a strong woman who is blessed with premonitions from time to time, a worthy villain and a romantically grumpy Duke. It’s a fun read with a HEA ending.
Highly recommended!
Expect a delightful Regency Era romance with a strong woman who is blessed with premonitions from time to time, a worthy villain and a romantically grumpy Duke. It’s a fun read with a HEA ending.
Highly recommended!
July 27, 2024
Very cool
This was a great book to read as the culmination of the series. From enemies to friends to lovers and throw in a little sprinkle of premonition, and you have a great story.
This was a great book to read as the culmination of the series. From enemies to friends to lovers and throw in a little sprinkle of premonition, and you have a great story.
September 4, 2024
Enjoyment to its fullest!
A wonderful story within three books that continue a family saga of unity, support of each other and love! For those who love a mystery and romance this is your choice!
A wonderful story within three books that continue a family saga of unity, support of each other and love! For those who love a mystery and romance this is your choice!
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