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After Dark with the Duke

After Dark with the Duke


The Palace of Rogues, Book #4

by Julie Anne Long


⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5


After reading this, the fourth instalment in the Palace of Rogues series, I have to say that this is classic JAL doing what she does best - writing perfect historical romance!


I loved falling back into familiar company with our Palace regulars, but JaAL knows how to give you enough to enjoy them and get that homecoming feeling- but not let them steal the show from the story’s front runners, Marianne and James.


I’m pretty sure JAL has perfected the art of creating the down and out heroine that does what she must without sacrificing herself or her inner worth. Marianne has been torn down by men’s ambitions and pride and she takes what she has left and using her street skills and her aptitude to recreate her career… she also isn’t scared of finding passion again and taking what she wants. Cogliere l'attimo! (Italian for seize the day) 


James, the Duke of Valkirk is the embodiment of the cold and passionless personification of honour and valour. This decorated General is lost behind the perception of himself until he is forced to spend time with Marianne… and he sees beyond her public perception and is finally able to open up. 


These opposites could not have been more perfect for each other! I finished reading this book with a goofy smile all over my face!!! Perfection!



After Dark with the Duke by Julie Anne Long was released November 28th, 2021.



I received a complimentary copy of this book from HarperCollins Publishers, Avon Books through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.



 

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