With The Duke's Approval

Ducal Encounters #2

by Wendy Soliman

Four years since Napoleon was finally vanquished at Waterloo, Europe remains in political upheaval. Lord Clarence Vaughan, Earl of Romsey, is at the heart of the diplomatic negotiations to ensure peace prevails. When Lady Annalise Sheridan, sister to the Duke of Winchester, is abducted from a society ball whilst in Clarence's care, he suspects forces opposed to the government's peace plan are responsible. For the first time in his life, Clarence is prepared to put his personal feelings ahead of his duty, in order to protect the lady who has captured his heart. But will he succeed?

Genres: Regency, Historical Romance

360 pages, Paperback

First published March 12, 2014

About the author

Wendy is an English author now dividing her time between Andorra and West Florida. She grew up on the Isle of Wight but now lives with her husband Andre and a rescued dog of indeterminate pedigree. She writes Regency romance, contemporary romance and a series of marine crime mysteries.

When not writing Wendy enjoys reading other people's books, walking miles with her dog, drinking decent wine and generally making the most of life.

Reviews

[Carolyn HOLM]

Lovely story. Historical of the family of the Duke of Winchester with his sister, Lady Annalise Sheridan and the object of her hope for marriage, Lord Clarence Vanghan, Earl of Romsey, a diplomat for the Govrnment. He is a protector and when Anna is in danger he pursues to save her. But Anna is a strong and kick butt heroine and she is no wilting flower and fits her family name for her to a 'T', TROUBLE. Very enjoyable. CJ

[Stephen Williams]

A brilliant second book in series

This is a brilliantly written second book in what is proving to be a great. The plot is full of emotional passages, as well as plenty of suspense. The characters are beautifully crafted, with the determination to overcome their fears and obstacles. This would be a brilliant book that all those who love spicy historical romances, and have a bit of mystery.

[Jan Goodard]

Although this is the second book in the series, it is the first book by Wendy Soliman' s I have read. It will not be the last. I love a story with action, intrigue, villains, and of course romance. With the Duke' s Approval has all of these. The action starts right away when Lady Annalise Winchester (the Duke' s sister) is taken from the ball she is attending. Lord Clarence Romsey, a diplomat working for the Foreign Office blames himself for her kidnapping. They were together on the terrace when his attention was diverted by his secretary. Why was she taken? Who is behind it? What will happen to her, will she survive? How does all of this relate to what Clarence is working on? Will Annalise, Clarence and her family be able to work out their differences? Finding the answers to these questions and more is a tale worth reading. This is a very enjoyable read that holds the attention from beginning to end. I plan on reading more of this series. I really like this family and wish to see what kind of trouble the rest of them can get into.
I received this ebook from the author for an honest review.

[Susiesf]

Opposits attract in a fun and satisfying read

The highly protected sister of a duke finds herself unexpectedly attracted to an earl during a ball. She sets her cap for him but he resists mightily despite a strong attraction for her from him. A diplomat, the earl is determined to remain proper and unattached. Meanwhile the heroine energetically pursues him while dismayed by her lack of success. The plot includes a villain, a kidnapping, an intrepid heroine, and a brave and clever hero earl. The other characters are believable and interesting. I enjoyed the book as the writing is well done and fun to read. The heroine is quite young and seems rather immature for most of her romance, but in the end she grows up quite a bit. I had to stop reading a few times as I got frustrated with both of them. But the end was quite satisfying. I was lucky enough to receive a free copy of this book for an honest review.

[Teri Donaldson]

This was a wonderful book. It had mystery, intrigue, romance, balls, overprotective brothers, a handsome hero and a strong heroine.
Although the hero, Clarence, is smart and a diplomat for his majesty, he is no match for Lady Annalise, who sets her sights on him. He tries to resist her charms, she tries to teach him how to relax.
Anna is not a wallflower. When she is mistaken for another and kidnapped, Clarence does everything he can to find her. Little did he know that Anna could take care of herself and finds a way to escape. She insists on being involved in solving the reason for her capture. Clarence is not use to a woman with brains and beauty.
This is my first Wendy Soliman book. I am anxious to read the rest of the books in this series to learn more about the entire Sheridan family.
I was gifted this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Barbara]

This is the second book in the Ducal Encounters series , I am now going to go back and read the first one.Lady Annalise Sheridan the sister of the Duke of Winchester is starting her second season and she is not interested any man except one! Clarence Vaughan, the Earl of Romsey is her brother’s friend and she wants only him.What happens when she is kidnapped from the ball they are at ? Annalise brothers blame Clarence and he also blames himself as he was showing interest in her and his enemies decided to use her against him,Annalise escapes but finds the man she loves is a workaholic. Why was she kidnapped? Can she get Clarence to accept her and maybe find some joy in things? I was gifted a copy for an honest review barwatts@telus.net

[Alisha]

3.85

[Rita]

Well written book.

[Jean Smith]

This book was intoxicating, I could not put it down. My kind of romance good action and good romance, well worth a read for the adult reader.