The Duke & the Dressmaker

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The Duke & the Dressmaker by Eva Devon, book two in the Once Upon a Wallflower series, is an enjoyable, and emotional story; an enchanting historical that shows how love can conquer a multitude of doubts and outside influences if a heart is opened without fear holding it back. Dressmaker Miss Lily Martin knows only too well the disreputable dealings of London’s corrupt underbelly. She should have known borrowing from one of the city’s most reviled moneylenders was risky; horribly so. The loan has now come due, and there’s nothing standing between Miss Lily and her darling sister’s ruin. Ship captain James Blakefield, the new Duke of Ashbridge, is definitely not like most Dukes. He obtained the title from a distant relative, and is American. James plans to only be in London for six weeks to secure his estate before returning to America, and far from the watchful eye of the ton. James meets Lily when he learns about his ward, her sister, and learns of Lily’s desperate situation. James has the perfect arrangement, marry Lily; they can live on his estate, Lily can take care of it and her sister, while James can return to America, where he is expected in six weeks.


Lily and James are both such wonderful characters, and their romance is just as lovely. They’re both so selfless and strong. James is such an honorable man, and his intentions are always good, but he struggles when it comes to his feelings for Lily. These two have an instant connection, but several obstacles stand in their way. It’s interesting to see how they handle societal judgment and expectations, their feelings for each other, their individual goals, and their fears. I highly recommend The Duke & the Dressmaker to other readers.

 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. 

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