Friday, June 5, 2020

Book Review featuring author, Christi Caldwell: In the Dark with the Duke

In the Dark with the Duke by Christi Caldwell


Publisher & Release: Montlake Romance, June 9, 2020

Time and setting:  Regency England, London

Genre: Historical Romance

Length: 365 Pages

Heat Level: 1 Flame

Rating: 4 Gold Crowns

Book Description: 

A lady of reserve and a fierce street fighter find common ground in the second Lost Lords of London novel by USA Today bestselling author Christi Caldwell.
Eight years ago, Lady Lila March retreated to the safe shadows of her family’s estate after a devastating tragedy. Weary of being a whisper of her former self, she is determined to brave the dangers of the outside world again. No man is better equipped to train her in the art of defense than the Savage Gentleman, East London’s undefeated street fighter.
Hugh Savage reigns as king—of the underworld. Physically invulnerable, emotionally battered, he has his reasons for bare-knuckle brawling. Though Hugh longs to break free of the ring and leave behind the brutal world of violence, he’s intrigued by the challenge Lady Lila poses. A mysterious lady of the peerage willfully descending into the dangerous rookeries? That bespeaks a woman with secrets of her own.
As their unconventional pact progresses, Hugh comes to admire the resolve in Lila’s heart. And beneath his hard surface, she sees a tenderness that touches her to the quick. They’ll soon discover how much they need each other—to face their pasts together, and to fight for a future they deserve.

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Vikki’s Musings

Thanks go to the publisher and Net-Galley for the complimentary copy for the purpose of reading and reviewing In the Dark with the Earl by Christi Caldwell prior to publication. A delightful Regence romance. My opinions are my own and no one has influenced them.

In the Dark with the Duke is book 2 in Ms. Caldwell’s Lost Lords of London series. It’s another well-written novel with engaging characters and a unique plot. The writing is emotional and tugged at my heart. This novel had a slow beginning, but once I reached beyond the halfway point, the pacing picked up and engaged me, keeping enmeshed for the rest of the book.

Lady Lila March’s character is feisty and determined to protect herself, so she asks the hero to teach her fighting moves. I understood her desire to learn the skills needed to protect herself and her loved ones. I identified with her insecurities regarding her injuries received years before. My heart ached for all she’d suffered.

Hugh Savage is an intriguing hero. He’s lived in the underbelly of London from his earliest memories until his time in the Army. His memories of the horrifying battles plague him. He hates what he does and craves a way to leave his wretched career as a fighter, but he owes the two men who gave him succor after his time in the military. I experienced his pain and his bewilderment when he learns he’s inherited his title. I also understood his fears regarding allowing Lila into his life.

The romance between Lila and Hugh is sweet and more of a slow burn than blazing passion. Although there is plenty of desire on both sides. The emotions behind their love story is much more about their emotions than the physical attraction, which is something I enjoy in romance.

If you enjoy Regency romance with characters who will touch your heart and an emotionally charged plot, then you will love In the Dark with the Duke as much as I. This novel is a great addition to Ms. Caldwell’s newest series. Happy reading!

Author Bio:


USA TODAY Bestselling, RITA-nominated author CHRISTI CALDWELL blames Julie Garwood and Judith McNaught for luring her into the world of historical romance. While sitting in her graduate school apartment at the University of Connecticut, Christi decided to set aside her notes and pick up her laptop to try her hand at romance. She believes the most perfect heroes and heroines have imperfections, and she rather enjoys torturing them before crafting them a well-deserved happily ever after! 

Christi makes her home in southern Connecticut where she spends her time writing her own enchanting historical romances and caring for her three spirited children! 

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