The Devil Duke

The Demon Duchess Series, Book 1

By: Tessa Bowen

Narrated by: Virginia Ferguson

A chance encounter with a tabloid playboy lands a scrappy waif a place in high society.

Fainting in the notorious nobleman’s arms is the smartest move the self-proclaimed spazz ever made. Now her picture decorates every gossip rag in Britain, and the public wants to know who the Devil Duke’s new squeeze is.

Offered a sizable sum, Izzy De Luca travels to England where she will pose as the Duke of Devoy’s new bride. It seems the rake’s reputation needs some rehabilitation, and the fresh-faced orphan is just the girl to brighten his tarnished image.

Izzy enters a lavish world of wealth and privilege, but soon realizes her uptight employer is no laid-back lady charmer. Sparks fly between the two when the spirited American lets the impossibly handsome blue blood know she won’t be gentrified without a fight.

As they play out the carefully constructed charade, the jaded Duke finds himself drawn to Izzy’s rare brand of charm, and what begins as a collision of worlds ends in a union of love.

This may be a modern day Cinderella story, but this feisty commoner is no simpering sweetheart. She means to give our titled hero a run for his millions.

©2015 Tessa Bowen (P)2018 Tessa Bowen

Opposites Attract

A modern day fairytale with a predictable happy ending one would come to expect - making for a great feel good romance. Characters were very different in personalities making the attraction between them all the more entertaining. Story involves an English duke with a less than stellar reputation for being a playboy and an American woman who poses as his newest love interest, A business association is developed for the purpose of providing a more positive public image for the duke, while the American is paid well for her part in the publicity stunt. Initially, the relationship is purely business however, as time passes a romantic love interest developes.
I received this audio for the purpose of review however the opinions and comments are my own and have not been solicited.

Not for me

Something about the voices really irked me. The heroine had a Fran Drescher sound and honestly she annoyed me so much I had to turn it off. I gave it three tries but just no. The Duke wasn't much better. And then there was the heroine's language. The Duke calls her vulgar and it's correct. I got tired of hearing the words crap and fr*gging so many times. So many. I could have overlooked that I guess but she was such a whiny brat I couldn't find her relatable. I gave up. Might be better in digital or for someone else, but I just couldn't enjoy it.

Hilarious

Loved it the connection and chemistry of these characters was so fun and flirty great book can't wait to listen to the next book in series!

A Cinderella Story

This was a truly enjoyable story that kept me engaged in one sitting. The characters quirks will keep you laughing and you will want to read the second book to find out more. Enjoy!

Wonderful Story!

This was my first Tessa Bowen's book, and won't be the last! I love this modern Cinderella story! The story is beautifully written. The Duke (Trevor) and Isabelle (Izzy) are both great characters. They are total opposites, but they share a strong chemistry. Izzy is a strong, sassy and feisty woman. Trevor was a manwhore before Izzy, and it's really delightful to see him fall in love with Izzy. The little Charlotte is also a cute character. The storyline is filled with hilarious scenes, sexy and steamy scenes, and romantic scenes. I love the ending! Now, I can't wait for the next book in the Series! Virginia Ferguson has done an amazing job with the narration. I love her voice. I really enjoyed my listening and totally recommend this audiobook. I received this free review copy audiobook at my request and I have voluntarily left this review.