The Legendary Duke, Margaret Locke
The Legendary Duke, Margaret Locke
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The Legendary Duke

Author: Margaret Locke

Narrator: Edward James Beesley

Unabridged: 20 hr 8 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/15/2019


Synopsis

For a Knight to win the Princess, he first must slay his dragons…A tragic event in his youth led Gavin Knight’s mother to whisk him to Rome, where he lived a simple but secluded life—until, on her deathbed, she revealed who he truly was: the Duke of Cortleon. Now twenty-nine, Gavin has returned to England, determined to learn what happened all those years ago. Despite charming his fellow lords and ladies alike, the new Duke disregards any notion of nuptials, as his honor first demands resolution--and retribution. Then he meets Lady Elinor Greene.For seven years, renowned beauty Elinor has refused all proposals, fearing marriage would curb her freedom. But when her family falls on hard times, Nelle must sacrifice herself to save them by marrying a man of means. A wealthy widower seems the logical choice, a passionless union perfect. Until she meets the Duke of Cortleon, and learns one Knight can be legendary.Soon Gavin and Elinor must each decide which quest is worth more: that for honor, or that for love...-------Loosely based on the Arthurian legend Gawain and the Green Knight, The Legendary Duke provides adventure, mystery, desire, and betrayal in this satisfying blend of Regency historical romance with a hint of medieval flavor. You don't have to give a hoot about Arthurian legends to fall for this love / hate triangle for the ages, however. "Terrific storytelling with lots of wit, derring-do, and tugging on the heartstrings!" - Grace Burrowes, NYT and USA Today Bestselling Author"Locke seamlessly blends hints from classics like The Count of Monte Cristo, Pride and Prejudice, and Arthurian legend into an utterly enjoyable Regency romance." - Publishers Weekly BookLife Prize

Reviews

Goodreads review by Lauren

Read:7/6/19 3.5 Stars OMG what a different kind of mystery book! The story starts out with the H's father being shot. The mother is scared and hids her son's identity in Italy. She raises him to be a strong man who respects women and he learns all the tools he will need for revenge. When she passes aw......more

Goodreads review by Taryn

I was beyond excited for this book to be released. I am a longtime fan of Locke's writing, especially the "Demon Duke" that preceded this novel in her "Put up Your Dukes" series. On top of that, the story this is based on, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, is one of my all time favorite legends. I wa......more

Goodreads review by Kat

Brilliant! This has to be one of the best books I have read all year! The Legendary Duke by Margaret Locke is book 2 in the Put Up Your Dukes series. As some of you might not know Margaret was up for a RITA this year for Demon Duke book one in this series and I can imagine this book will also be up......more

Goodreads review by Emily M

I really enjoyed this book, just like the first Duke book of the series. I thought the two main characters were likable and relatable. I also enjoyed all the other Dukes and their friendship and was happy to learn that they will have their own books in the future! I thought the last 150 pages were e......more

Goodreads review by Annette

The Legendary Duke by Margaret Locke was brilliant! This is one of the best books I have read the last year! It also is the first book of Locke I have read. The story is not only about the two main characters, but also about 'the Duke' Gavin who was a lonely guy because he lived for 20 years in Rome......more