<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>As the daughter of a famed author, Isolde Ophelia Goodnight grew up on tales of brave knights and fair maidens. She never doubted romance would be in her future, too. The storybooks offered endless possibilities.</p><p>And as she grew older, Izzy crossed them off. One by one by one.</p><ul> <li> Ugly duckling turned swan?</li> <li> Abducted by handsome highwayman?</li> <li> Rescued from drudgery by charming prince?</li></ul><p>No, no, and . . . Heh.</p><p>Now Izzy's given up yearning for romance. She'll settle for a roof over her head. What fairy tales are left over for an impoverished twenty-six year-old woman who's never even been kissed?</p><p>This one.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>As the daughter of a famed author, Isolde Ophelia Goodnight grew up on tales of brave knights and fair maidens. She never doubted romance would be in her future, too. The storybooks offered endless possibilities.</p><p>And as she grew older, Izzy crossed them off. One by one by one.</p><ul> <li> Ugly duckling turned swan?</li> <li> Abducted by handsome highwayman?</li> <li> Rescued from drudgery by charming prince?</li></ul><p>No, no, and . . . Heh.</p><p>Now Izzy s given up yearning for romance. She ll settle for a roof over her head. What fairy tales are left over for an impoverished twenty-six year-old woman who s never even been kissed?</p><p>This one.</p>"<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>Dare starts her new series with a unique storyline, a sweet, fun nod to literary fandom, and two main characters who are perfect for each other yet never would have met if they weren't each at a nadir in life's journey.--<em>Kirkus Reviews </em><strong>(starred review)</strong><br><br>Dare's lyrical writing and expert, intense character development make this a romance to be savored with the eager expectation of future series installments--<em>Publishers Weekly</em> <strong>(starred review)</strong><br><br>Splendidly talented Dare creates cleverly written dialogue, exceptionally appealing characters, and an engaging plot that gives a wink toward Beauty and the Beast and a nod to fandom, all key components in this wickedly funny and soul-satisfyingly romantic novel, the perfect launch to Dare's new Castles Ever After series.--<em>Booklist </em><strong>(starred review)</strong><br><br>I think this is a truly unique historical that will appeal to readers who aren't often historical fans.--Smart Bitches Trashy Books<br><br>This book is already in my top books for 2014. This new series of Tessa Dare's is off to an amazing start!--Smexy Books<br><br>Tessa Dare's first instalment in the new Castles Ever After series, ROMANCING THE DUKE will have readers clearing their keeper shelf just to make room for this little gem! Jam- packed with hilarious banter, Dare's trademark humor is showcased in its full glory.--Fresh Fiction<br>
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