Between the Devil and the Duke, Kelly Bowen
Between the Devil and the Duke, Kelly Bowen
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Between the Devil and the Duke

Author: Kelly Bowen

Narrator: Ashford McNab

Unabridged: 11 hr 38 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Forever

Published: 01/31/2017

Synopsis

A card counter and a rumored assassin gamble on working together in this thrilling romance from a "charming, clever, and engaging storyteller" (Sarah MacLean, New York Times).He should have thrown her out. But when club owner Alexander Lavoie catches a mysterious blonde counting cards at his vingt-et-un table, he's more intrigued than angry. He has to see more of this beauty—in his club, in his office, in his bed. But first he'll have to devise a proposition she can't turn down.Gossip said he was an assassin. Common sense told her to stay away. But Angelique Archer was desperate, and Lavoie's club offered a surefire way to make quick money—until she got caught. Instead of throwing her out though, the devil offers her a deal: come work for him. Refusing him means facing starvation, but with a man so sinfully handsome and fiercely protective, keeping things professional might prove impossible . . .2018 RITA award-winning author!"Wonderful! A charming, clever, and engaging storyteller not to be missed." —Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author

Reviews

Goodreads review by WhiskeyintheJar on February 07, 2017

3.5 stars I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. Angelique's life has turned her from a pampered Lady of wealth to a masked card counting lady trying to keep the bill collectors at bay. Alex has been a fa......more

Goodreads review by Elizabeth on July 05, 2018

Lovely!......more

Goodreads review by Mei on February 06, 2017

I confirm: I'm Ms. Bowen fan! :) I love her writing style. It's just a right mix of descriptions, inner thoughts, great dialogue and hot attraction! I also like that in this series the heroines are very interesting. Not just physically (they're romantic heroines and therefore beautiful), but also wome......more

Goodreads review by Julie on October 06, 2021

Alexander Lavoie, owner of the most successful gaming club in London, is intrigued when he catches the beautiful Angelique Archer counting cards. When Alex offers her a job, he quickly realizes that trouble follows Angelique. Orphaned and penniless, Angelique doesn’t know where her family’s missing......more

Goodreads review by Heather K (dentist in my spare time) on June 29, 2018

*3.75 stars* Some books grab me from the start, but Between the Devil and the Duke was one that built and built. I thought I knew what was going to happen, but the twists and turns really surprised me, and by the end, I was totally hooked. Ashford McNab did a fine job narrating, though I prefer some......more

Quotes

"Wonderful! A charming, clever, and engaging storyteller not to be missed."—Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author

"Where have you been all my life, Kelly Bowen? If Julia Quinn, Sarah MacLean, and Lisa Kleypas were to extract their writing DNA, mix it in a blender, and have a love child, Kelly Bowen would be it."—HeroesandHeartbreakers.com

"Bowen's irresistible Regency is like the most popular debutante at the ball: pretty, witty, mysterious, and full of coquettish allure. From the first line to the happy dénouement, Bowen builds enough romantic heat to melt midwinter snow... Good reading is assured as Bowen weaves wonderful romantic fiction."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) on Duke of My Heart

"4 1/2 Stars! Top Pick! Bowen begins her Season for Scandal series with a nonstop murder-mystery that sizzles with sexual tension. This suspenseful tale unfolds quickly, and readers will be captivated by the well-drawn characters who move Bowen's inventive plot forward. Readers will savor this unconventional romance."—RT Book Reviews on Duke of My Heart

"This story has it all: romance, suspense, wit, and Bowen's trademark smart and slightly quirky characters. Bowen's thrilling plot, spot-on pacing, and savvy characterization will delight her current fans and seduce new ones."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) on You're the Earl That I Want

"Kelly Bowen is a fresh new voice with a shining future!"—Teresa Medeiros, New York Times bestselling author

"Fans of Julia Quinn and Sarah MacLean will adore Kelly Bowen!"—Lauren Willig, New York Times bestselling author

"With this unforgettable debut, Bowen proves she is a writer to watch. A truly remarkable romance well worth savoring."—Booklist on I've Got My Duke to Keep Me Warm

"In this delightful, poignant debut that sets Bowen on the path to become a beloved author, the innovative plotline and ending are only superseded by the likable, multidimensional characters: a strong-willed heroine and a heart-stealing hero. Get set to relish Bowen's foray into the genre."—RT Book Reviews on I've Got My Duke to Keep Me Warm

"Fans of romance with a touch of suspense will enjoy the work of this new author."—Publishers Weekly on I've Got My Duke to Keep Me Warm

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