Review: THE DUKE HAS MET HIS MATCH..
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 11 1, 2011
Vanessa Fitzwilliam is in trouble, her Father's death a year ago has left her living in her family home with no means to maintain its upkeep or pay her few remaining servants. She is even forced to bathe in the kitchen instead of her chamber as there is no one to bring the hot water up. It is this scene that confronts Hugo Duke of Northbrige entering her home via the back door. He has come to propose marriage.The duke is a battle worn man, his cousin who was his heir was killed on the battlefield, so now he must marry to produce an heir of his own. Vanessa has a certain reputation but the Duke has no interest in the virginal debutantes, but wants a woman of experience who will make no demands on him.This is a lively and entertaining read, the story although not very long is well written the author has a sharp and expressive writing style and seems to be knowledgeable about the period. I liked the heroine Vanessa she was bright and bold, and was not going to be cowed by the hero. Northbrige the hero was a man hardened by battle with a determination to get what he wants. Although as he finds out Vanessa is not what he was expecting. A very enjoyable read I would really like to read a full length book by this author.