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'Bridgerton lovers have found their next read' New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean, on Aphrodite and the DukeAn heiress and an outcast - a match made for scandal . . .With her brother, the Duke of Everely, recently married to the beautiful Aphrodite Du Bell, Verity Eagleman feels more alone than ever. So when she's invited to stay in the Du Bells' clamorous, boisterous home, she leaps at the chance.As the estranged bastard son of a Marquess, Theodore Darrington is forbidden to pursue anyone of the noble set, and no amount of social capital will change that. But fortunately for him, Verity has never cared much for the rules of society. . .A scandalous romance blossoms as they give in to their all-consuming passion for one another. But when the concerns of her friends and family are voiced, will Verity throw caution to the wind and pursue her forbidden suitor . . .?

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'Bridgerton lovers have found their next read in Aphrodite and the Duke' - Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author of A Duke Worth Falling ForAphrodite wishes to escape the marriage mart but will a second chance with the elusive Duke of Everely change her mind?Aphrodite Du Bell is a diamond of the first water and a favourite of the queen. But her renowned loveliness didn't stop the love of her life, Evander Eagleman, from jilting her and marrying another woman four years ago.Aphrodite has been in self-imposed exile ever since. However, when her formidable mother summons her back to London Aphrodite has no choice but to acquiesce.Upon her return, Aphrodite learns that the newly widowed Evander is in town and, despite her best efforts, the grand society events of the season repeatedly push them together. With each encounter, Aphrodite's traitorous feelings make it perfectly clear that the Duke still holds court over her heart.Why did Evander cast Aphrodite aside all those years ago, and now that they have a second chance, can the couple make strides to mend past hurts?______________________'Fantastically pacy with a lovely heroine and a great Austenian villain. Perfect for all Bridgerton fans' - Phoebe Wynne, author of The Ruins'An enthralling read full of intrigue and romance!' - Caroline Khoury, author of Always You'An engrossing and original read celebrating strong women and the healing power of love' - Scarlett Peckham, USA Today bestselling author of The Duke I Tempted'Aphrodite and the Duke is a vibrant historical romance, full of heart, heat, and thrilling period drama. A delectable treat for fans of Bridgerton!' - Mimi Matthews, USA Today bestselling author of The Siren of Sussex

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''Bridgerton lovers have found their next read. J. J. McAvoy is a welcome new voice in historical romance.'' New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean, on Aphrodite and the DukeHathor Du Bell has always fought to break free from the shadow left by her revered older sister, Aphrodite. It has been two years since Hathor''s debut, and while Aphrodite is a duchess, Hathor has been left with the most boring, incomparable suitors of the ton. With the London season coming to a close, Hathor''s anxieties reach a peak. Will she be the only Du Bell unable to find her perfect match?Then Hathor''s wildest dream comes true when the Queen announces she''ll be presenting Prince Wilhelm Augustus Karl Von Edward of Malrovia during the week-long society event at the Du Bells'' Belclere Castle. But the dream quickly crumbles when Hathor is face to face with the prince, and he is nothing like she imagined.A flirtatious rivalry sparks a genuine r

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