- Paperback: 240 pages
- Publisher: Signet (MM) (Aug 6 2002)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0451206797
- ISBN-13: 978-0451206794
- Product Dimensions: 17.5 x 10.9 x 3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 113 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,399,581 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Nancy Butler: A Sure Bet,
By E. Kay "eclectic6" (Ohio) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Discarded Duke (Paperback)
Ursula Roarke, a lovely (but penniless) widow, wants to sell her bloodstock to the Duke of Ardsley. What she REALLY wants, however, is to charm him into a marriage proposal. A union with Damien (the duke) would solve all of her financial woes. Unfortunately, His Grace isn't nearly as intriguing as Will Ridd, the duke's bailiff. Will Ridd has worked for the Duke of Ardsley for 5 years, and has worked hard to raise the perfect flock--for perfectly soft wool. Ridd's wool puts bread on the table for everyone in the town of Stranton--the people think of the bailiff as a sort of saint. Now the Duke of Ardsley wants to take everything away from Ridd! (But don't get me wrong--the duke himself is not without quirks and charm) The plot is a lot more intricate than I can describe in a few meager paragraphs. There is a lot going on in this book. It's full of passion, power, and heart-wrenching moments. I caught myself tensing up and tearing up throughout the entire novel. Will Ridd is a very different, very intriguing hero. And Ursula was a heroine willing to risk everything for love. That's definitely admirable. However, I thought the characters were a bit too irrational in the end. For a period of 20 pages, I was incredibly frustrated with both the hero and the heroine. Also, the book got a bit too melodramic, at times. In addition, I was able to figure out the "big suprise" when I reached the second chapter. Still, you can't go wrong to read this book. It's engaging and well-written the whole way through. Like every other book I've read by Ms. Butler: it's a keeper.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Utterly moving,
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This review is from: Discarded Duke (Paperback)
This book was just great! Three weeks after I read it and I still vividly remember the details of this wonderfully written book. I usually read historical and mainstream romance, but this regency book was one of the best romances I've ever read. Treat yourself by reading about a hero whose circumstances make you want to turn every page to undue the injustice and will have you clamoring for the happy ending he so deserves.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Powerful Story!,
By "wallawalla2002" (Walla Walla, Washington United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Discarded Duke (Paperback)
If you've never read a Nancy Butler book READ THIS ONE! It is an amazing story, truly heart-gripping. The heroine, Ursula, is in desperate need of money and believes she has found the answer to her problems in the Duke of Ardsley. BUT, while visiting one of his estates she meets his bailiff, Will Ridd. Will's strength and intelligence are compelling. Suffice it to say that they become 'better acquainted'. So much so that she makes a VERY brave choice. This story has some dark moments and discusses some unusual subjects for a regency romance. But that is part of what makes the story unforgettable. It is not a fluffy, ballroom story. You may need a kleenex or two. But this story will stay with you long after you've finished it.
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