It’s not like this isn’t my favorite historical romance of all time or anything. In her DIK review, Caz wrote:

The Duke of Shadows is an incredibly well-crafted, complex and powerful story that gripped me from first page to last and isn’t one I’m likely to forget in a hurry.  The author does a fabulous job of depicting the narrow-mindedness, prejudice and cultural insensitivity that dominated the society of the British Raj, and her descriptions of places and events are incredibly vivid, putting the reader right in the centre of the picture.  I’ll admit to being slightly less taken with the second part of the book, and to finding Emma on the verge of becoming unlikeable, but it’s testament to the author’s skill that I was able to understand her pain and her anger even as I didn’t like what it was doing to her and to Julian.  Ms. Duran’s portrayal of a young woman who has experienced more tragedy in her life than anyone should have to is superbly multi-faceted; Emma evokes the reader’s sympathy while retaining a steely determination that has clearly supported her in dark times but which could also prove to be her own worst enemy.

Julian has been on my list of top romance heroes ever since I read the book the first time, and I’m pleased to say he’s still there.  He’s gorgeous, clear-sighted, compassionate and deeply honourable; and when it comes to Emma he’s most insightful and understanding. He isn’t going to give up on her or let her give up on them, and his patience is justly rewarded.

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This is honestly one of the best Austen retellings I’ve ever read. I ADORED it. In her DIK review, Lisa wrote:

Melinda Taub already has the excellent Still Star-Crossed under her belt, so I’m not surprised this take on Pride and Prejudice is playful, well-written, and original. But The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch does a lot more – it makes you rethink Lydia as a character and adds new layers to Austen’s book’s characters and attitudes.

Lydia narrates her life story to the reader, and already things are not as typical as they might seem. Kitty Bennet, for one, is revealed to be a barn cat and Lydia’s familiar. Lydia enchants the animal into shapeshifting, then alters her family’s memories and Kit’s outward appearance so that they believe she was always a part of the family. Lydia thus learns she’s a witch early in life, but thankfully Aunt Phillips already knows of her trickery – and sets about acting as Lydia’s mentor in magic.

In time, Lydia comes to meet with other witch societies hidden under the genteel surface of Regency England, specifically The Order. As the Bennets come in contact with the Darcys, Lydia finds she must conceal her magical exploration as to not offend Fitzwilliam, Elizabeth’s potential suitor. When Lydia meets the wicked George Wickham, she thinks she’s found someone just as happy to flout social convention as she is. But George has some secrets up his sleeve that could separate Lydia and Kit – and Lydia from her magical abilities – for good.

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We loved loved loved book one of this duo and Kennedy Ryan is flat out amazing. In her review, Shannon wrote:

I’m quite picky when it comes to contemporary romances. The story has to contain something very special in order to catch my attention, and the loads of internet buzz surrounding the release of Kennedy Ryan’s latest novel, The Kingmaker, counts as special in my book. So with great anticipation, I dove into this politically-charged, sexy romance, and I was immediately captivated.

Lennix Hunter is a woman with her feet firmly planted in two worlds. The daughter of a Native American woman and a white man, she’s no stranger to what it means to be part of a marginalized group of people. Even the privilege that comes from being half white isn’t enough to shield her from the more painful side of life. When Lennix was thirteen, her mother disappeared without a trace, and her case has never been solved. The authorities showed no interest in discovering what really happened, and Lennix has been forced to grow up in the shadow of this unspeakable loss. As a result, she clung to her Native American heritage, wanting nothing more than to make a noticeable difference in the lives of a people the government turned its back on years ago.

 

Maxim Cade was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but he’s never felt truly comfortable in the high-powered business world inhabited by his father and brother. In fact, it’s long been Maxim’s dream to strike out on his own, even though his father threatens to disown him for it. And when the energy company owned by the Cade family lobbies to install a pipeline right in the middle of a Native American burial ground, Maxim knows the time to cut ties with his family has come.

We haven’t reviewed these but Amazon readers give this box set a 4.7 rating.

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