The Duke Is Mine (Fairy Tales, #3)

by Eloisa James

For Olivia Lytton, betrothal to the Duke of Canterwick-- hardly a Prince Charming-- feels more like a curse than a happily-ever-after. At least his noble status will help her sister, Georgiana, secure an engagement with the brooding, handsome Tarquin, Duke of Sconce, a perfect match for her in every way-- every way but one. Tarquin has fallen in love with Olivia. Quin never puts passion before reason. And reason says that Georgiana is his ideal bride. But the sensual, fiery, strong-willed Olivia ignites an unknown longing in him-- a desire they are both powerless to resist. When a scandalous affair begins, they risk losing everything-- Olivia's engagement, her sister's friendship, and their own fragile love. Only one thing can save them-- and it awaits in the bedroom, where a magnificent mattress holds life-changing answers to the greatest romantic riddle of all.--P. [4] of cover.

• ISBN10: 0062021281
• ISBN13: 9780062021281
• Publish Date: 27 December 2011
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers
• Format: Paperback (US Mass Market)
• Pages: 400
• Language: English

Reviews

[Stephanie]

What I Liked: Loved! Eloisa James outdoes herself with The Duke is Mine I wasn’t really expecting much out of this story. I mean it’s based on The Princess and the Pea! The last book was Beauty and the Beast, my favorite fairy tale. I have to say that The Duke is Mine is my favorite book in the series so far. It was personal for me. Olivia, our heroine, isn’t a rail stick thin blonde bombshell but she steals Quin’s breath away all the same. Olivia is kind and self-sacrificing. Something she isn’t often given credit for. Instead she erects a shield of vulgarity and un-ladylikeness.

Quin has suffered immensely during his reign as duke. He isn’t good with emotions or words and he doesn’t indulge in flights of fancy. He learned that lesson in an excruciatingly hard way. Then Olivia comes along and changes all of that. Quin and Olivia are the best kind of fairy tale.

What I Could Have Lived Without: I can say that there isn’t one thing that I would change about The Duke is Mine It was one of the best historical/fairy tale romances I have ever read.

Recommended For: Readers looking to get swept into a fairy tale that will pull at your heartstrings.

Avoid If: Walking around with a cheesy grin for a few days after finishing an amazing book isn’t your style. Or you hate that glow you feel after finishing a superb story!

[Cocktails and Books]

Adored this one. Look for the review on Night Owl Reviews