The Lost Duke of Wyndham (Two Dukes of Wyndham, Book 1)
by Julia Quinn
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Author: Julia QuinnEdition: Mass Market Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-05-27
ISBN: 0060876107
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: Avon
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- A highwayman, soldier and, always a rogue is recognized as the missing legitimate heir to the title he never wanted: Duke of Wyndham. When he takes his rightful place, his rakish smiles and debonair charm become irresistible for Grace Eversleigh, the companion to the dowager Duchess of Wyndham , yet she must resist this one man she can never have.
Book Reviews of The Lost Duke of Wyndham (Two Dukes of Wyndham, Book 1)
Book Review: Julia Quinn's got her touch back and more!
Summary: 5 Stars
Honestly, it's more like a 4.5 star book than a full 5 stars- but there doesn't seem to be half-star grades here. I don't know where to begin or what exactly to focus on when reviewing this book. I just want to say that it seems like JQ's finally brought something fresh with likable and sensible characters- unlike her last few books. This book borders the love-at-first-sight type of romance. I'm usually not fond of them but for some reason, it didn't bother me in this novel- maybe now that I'm older and have seen some people be attracted to each other and fall in love quickly and successfully, I'm more amenable to the idea. I liked how Grace and Jack were attracted to each other, but then slowly fell in love with each other. I liked how there wasn't any prodding on either side to make them realize they're in love.
I also enjoyed Quinn's wry and honest commentary on manners, social interaction, and human behavior- those fleeting thoughts one has, but never really thought to voice aloud or put to paper. It doesn't come off as sounding too showy-instead, it is weaved in a way that conveys very real nuances to the characterization of the characters and situations. If I didn't have such an aversion to making marks in my books, I would have underlined many lines in which I had mentally exclaimed "that's exactly what I think!" or "I totally understand because I had been in a similar situation when..." or "I've met someone like that". When I think of JQ's books, even if the plot and events might be farfetched sometimes, at least this aspect of her work is very real. Her voice is on the same wavelength of my mental voice whenever I observe social situations around me.
Some of the other things I liked also included Jack's portrayal (I admit I'm a bit like him and know people who are like him too), how Jack's problems were dealt with (no overdramatization or instant miracles there), an awareness of social propriety, the depiction of the title as a huge responsibility (been reading too much about leisurely lords and dukes), and the layered depiction of the Duchess of Wyndham as a very mean, horrible lady (with a black heart) who does have a hidden depths and principles (as opposed to the many old ladies get typecasted in romances nowadays).
I guess, in the end, what I'm trying to say is that what made this book so great wasn't just a few big ideas/aspects that made a big splash in my mind (honestly, the plot summary didn't sound too intriguing), but it was all the small things the JQ added to the novel and the characters' voices that made this book great. I can't wait to get my hands on the companion book to this!
Summary of The Lost Duke of Wyndham (Two Dukes of Wyndham, Book 1)
Jack Audley has been a highwayman.
A soldier. And he has always been a rogue. What he is not, and never wanted to be, is a peer of the realm, responsible for an ancient heritage and the livelihood of hundreds. But when he is recognized as the long-lost son of the House of Wyndham, his carefree life is over. And if his birth proves to be legitimate, then he will find himself with the one title he never wanted: Duke of Wyndham.
Grace Eversleigh has spent the last five years toiling as the companion to the dowager Duchess of Wyndham. It is a thankless job, with very little break from the routine . . . until Jack Audley lands in her life, all rakish smiles and debonair charm. He is not a man who takes no for an answer, and when she is in his arms, she's not a woman who wants to say no. But if he is the true duke, then he is the one man she can never have . . .
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