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Three Weeks With Lady X (Desperate Duchesses, #7; Desperate Duchesses by the Numbers, #1)

Eloisa James

Start date: April 1, 2014

Finish date: April 30, 2014

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Apr 01, 2014 Tin rated it it was amazing

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There's an air of nostalgia in the world of romance lately where I've noticed some authors revisiting their past series and characters -- and I love it!

In Three Weeks with Lady X, Eloisa James returns to her much beloved Desperate Duchesses series and tells the story of one of the Duke of Villiers's bastards: Thorn Dautry and his "Lady X".

From their first meeting, there is so much intensity that crackles between him and India. I thought they were a well-matched pair: both are self-made, very pr ...more

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Apr 04, 2014 Elizabeth rated it liked it

Shelves: historical-romance

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I've got to be honest. I was really disappointed with this book. I love the Desperate Duchesses series. It is my favorite series of Eloisa James. Leo and Eleanor's story was my favorite, and I thought theirs was the perfect ending for a wonderful series. I loved Tobias in the last book, and when I heard that he was getting his own book, I was ecstatic. But I was soon very disappointed.
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1. I hate the name Thorn. I understand that she felt that Tobias did not fit; I agree. However, Thorn is a n ...more

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Oct 18, 2013 Brunette Librarian rated it really liked it

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Lady Xenobia India (a mouthful right) or better known as Lady X, fixes problems of the aristocracy. Left almost penniless by her free spirited parents, India travels to different estates in order to refurbish them to their former glories. Having worked for years, India is known for having that perfect eye for decorating while also earning her generous wages. Desperate to never return to her former life of scavenging for food an Find the full review and much more at The Brunette Librarian's Blog

Lady Xenobia India (a mouthful right) or better known as Lady X, fixes problems of the aristocracy. Left almost penniless by her free spirited parents, India travels to different estates in order to refurbish them to their former glories. Having worked for years, India is known for having that perfect eye for decorating while also earning her generous wages. Desperate to never return to her former life of scavenging for food and not having enough for basic necessities, India saves money where she cans and works independently, unlike many of the women of her time.

Thorn’s stepmother, Eleanor, knows of India’s abilities and hires her to refurbish Thorn’s country estate. The illegitimate son of a Duke, Thorn (also known as Tobias) is brash, hardheaded, independent and smart, more from necessity than anything else. Spending much of his young life as a destitute ruffian, Thorn is now a successful businessman searching for his future wife. With a long list of desirable qualities, Thorn thinks he knows the perfect candidate, but as with everything in life, things never go as planned. Little does he know, India, his new decorator, may very well fit the bill.

Eloisa James is one of my favorite authors. She writes smart books with clever characters and enticing stories. I stinkin’ love her. That said, Three Weeks with Lady X rocked my socks!

My favorite thing about James’ books is how smartly written they are. Excellent use of words, they just are intelligent books that tell are really well rounded story. Thorn and India are polar opposites. She’s prim, proper, and believes everything has its place. Thorn is wild, has a devil may care attitude, but is intelligent and runs his own empire despite being a bastard. Steamy scenes and a completely believable ending round out an almost perfect story.

James has strong character driven novels and this one is no exception. Featuring characters from A Duke of Her Own, its feels almost as if you are coming home. All of our favorite characters have fantastic cameos. I devoured Three Weeks with Lady X in a few short hours over a weekend and have already begun my rereading. Brava Ms. James, I can’t wait to see what comes next!

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Apr 26, 2014 Susan rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I love these characters, at least everyone but Lady Rainsford, but i am hoping in the end her daughter's happiness will matter to her.

Their complexity, that Vander and India could be happy? ...more

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