One Duke Down by Anna Bennett

 

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One Duke Down by Anna Bennett, book two in her Rogues to Lovers series, is an entertaining, steamy, romantic, and wonderful story with a touch of humor, intrigue, family drama, supportive friends, a beautiful, vividly described setting, a delightful, heart-warming romance, with a twist. Poppy Summers is truly a fisherman's daughter, and now the sole provider for her ill father. She spends her days on the water, hauling in her nets and selling her fish at market. Imagine her shock to find a gorgeous injured male tangled in her nets one morning; one claiming to be a Duke. That head wound has obviously made him delusional. Andrew Keane is the Duke of Hawking, and he's having a heck of a time convincing the fiery haired fishing beauty that he is truly telling the truth. He does, however, convince her to hide him away on her beach, allowing him time to heal, and figure out who wants him dead. Poppy may not believe him, but she can't turn down the large sum of money he offers her to help him. Those sparks flying between the pair are just her imagination; or so she tries to convince herself. Poppy doesn't trust aristocrats due to an incident in her past, while Keane is quickly drawn to Poppy's warmth, wit, and adventurous spirit. Getting to know each other through Keane's questions, which was quite clever, drew them together and their quests to find the attacker brought them a common bond. Poppy’s secret place, where she hid Keane, is a healing location. It is here, overlooking the sea, where they fall in love, and share a mixture of sweet, fun, and steamy moments.

Keane had already been questioning himself about his place in life and the way he's lived it. However, the more time he spends in Bellehaven Bay and with Poppy, the more he finds a sense of purpose. As the two of them grow closer and while Poppy may dream of what a life with Keane would be like, she's convinced there's no way she'd ever fit in a Duke's world, nor would she be accepted. Keane is determined to gain her trust as he falls head over heels for her. As the pair works together to uncover the truth, Keane is determined to show Poppy that although they are from very different worlds and social classes, they truly have a future together.

Ms. Bennett wrote a charming, clever, entertaining story that is not to be missed. She provided a tale with some strong messages about love, life, prejudice, taking chances, finding adventure, and forgiveness. There is a perfect blending of family ties, friends, and even a bit of suspense filling the pages. Bennett included amusing banter, sizzling chemistry, and charming characters giving Poppy and Keane a chance for happiness, love and a future together.  I definitely recommend One Duke Down to other readers.

 

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