The book starts off with Phillip (Justin's bro from the previous book) signing away the Dukedom to Justin. An interesting beginning but the bickering between Phillip and Justin was honestly very childish at times. We get it Justin wants to make his own way in the world and not just be given the title of Duke.
Right off the bat Francesca and Justin seem like two immature selfish characters.
I thought it was a bit presumptuous of Francesca to grow angry at Justin for taking her virginity. She never told him no, in fact was quite encouraging. After her coming at him on the terrace and then finding her in another man's apartment in men's clothes I can see how he was mislead in her true nature.
The whole ordeal with Justin's first wife Moira was wrapped up to cleanly; the author portrayed her as maniacal and then had her just giving up Justin. Moira had deranged stalker written all over her and then the author just had her calmly walking away.
I never understood why Justin and Francesca were attracted to each other. I think the author wanted to show them as independent strong willed people but failed horribly and made them into immature, selfish, braying jackasses.
The book was awful. I read the entirety of it but did employ some speed reading tactics. AVOID!

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continuing in the Cameron Sisters series. Regency England, Justin was kidnapped as a baby, and when found is the true Duke of Colster. Raised as a bastard blacksmith, he has trouble fitting into the ton. Francesca is headstrong and an innocent. When she encounter Justin, the new duke, she speaks her mind - and then winds up in a compromising situation with the new Duke. He offers marriage, but she's not sure if it's for honor or for love. ( )

Quite enjoyable, quick read. Interesting enough to hold one's interest. Not great literature, but fun. I would read more by this author. ( )