Heiress in Red Silk: An Entertaining Enemies to Lovers Regency Romance Novel

Madeline Hunter

Apr 2021 · A Duke's Heiress Romance Book 2 · Zebra Books

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USA Today Bestseller
 
“Stellar…vibrant and witty writing.” – Booklist
 
“Another smart pairing and a genuinely romantic ending.” —Publishers Weekly
 
A sparkling new love story from a historical romance legend, perfect for Bridgerton fans and readers of Sabrina Jeffries, Eloisa James, and Grace Burrowes.
 
In one life-changing windfall, Rosamund Jameson goes from struggling shopkeeper to heiress—and  co-owner of a new business. Not only will her sudden fortune allow her to move her millinery shop to fashionable London, but Rosamund will be able to provide her younger sister with a proper entry into society. The only hitch for resourceful Rosamund is her arrogant, infuriatingly handsome business partner...
 
Kevin Radnor is shocked that his late uncle, the Duke of Hollinburgh, bequeathed half his company to a total stranger—worse, a beguiling beauty who can only hinder his enterprise. But Rosamund insists on an active, equal partnership, so Kevin embarks on a plan: a seduction that will lead to a marriage of convenience, giving Rosamund the social status she needs, and guaranteeing him the silent partner he desires. Yet as this charismatic gentleman sets his flirtation in motion, he begins to wonder who is seducing whom—and if he can learn to share himself body and mind, without losing his heart . . . 
 
“A book that hooked right into my emotions and gave me what I wanted and needed from a story right now.”
—Smart Bitches, Trashy Books
 
“Romance and mystery combine to entertain.”
—Fresh Fiction

Ratings and reviews

Highly Enjoyable - A must read This definitely a page turner. The dialog was feisty, sarcastic, witty and sometimes downright rude. Yet through it all the characters stayed true to their personalities. They just became more sensitive to each other. Kevin was not used to sharing and now he had to share his life's work with a woman. Not just any woman but Rosamund. I really liked Rosamund. She may not have spoken eloquently but she was sharp, discerning, relied on her gut impressions and she did not play games. She liked things out in the open and liked being politely direct. Kevin on the other hand was semi-eccentric. He was obsessed with his invention and felt that no one would understand his dream nor his drive on an unproven invention. He was desperately wrong and each time reality slapped him in the face he became more humane. A great story. A must read. I do recommend it. I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review. Reasons I enjoyed this book: Entertaining Page-turner Realistic Steamy Unpredictable Witty Wonderful characters

Just before he died the Duke of Hollinburgh changed his will. The new beneficiaries were three women to whom he left quite nice inheritances. This story is about Kevin Radnor, nephew to the Duke, and Rosamund James, a milliner and one of the ladies who received an inheritance from the old Duke of Hollinburgh. Kevin is an inventor. He has a good mind, very intelligent, but woeful social skills, very awkward. Rosamund is a talented hat maker and owns a profitable shop. She is a kind and caring person. She is smart and plans to use her windfall to take care of her sister and open a second shop in London. After searching for a year, Kevin locates Rosamund. They are at odds from the very beginning. She will not give up her share of the enterprise, and he won’t give her credit for anything, not her intelligence or her business savvy. Is there a solution to their disagreement, a compromise perhaps? There is a lot of attraction here, but if there is a happily ever after in here, is will be hard won. Can they do it? A story with a bit of mystery and a mildly chaotic adventure and an entertaining cast of characters. Interesting. A good read. I recommend it.

Kevin is shocked that his late uncle the duke left half of Kevin's business to the beautiful owner of a milliner shop. Rosamund insists on becoming an active partner. The entanglement quickly leads to an irresistible attraction. Can Kevin convince her that a marriage of convenience will serve them both? And will such an arrangement be enough for tender-hearted Rosamund? Madeline Hunter has crafted another smart, steamy historical romance with vibrant characters and a captivating plot. This fast-paced story reveals its secrets gradually, keeping interest high until the very end. I loved these characters and how perfectly they fit together. I can't wait to read the next book in the series! Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.

About the author

Madeline Hunter is a New York Times bestselling author with more than six million copies of her books in print. She has thirty-one nationally bestselling historical romances in print, including most recently, Never Deny a Duke, A Devil of a Duke, and The Most Dangerous Duke in London. A member of RWA’s Honor Roll, she has won the RITA Award twice and been a finalist seven times. Her books have appeared on the bestseller lists of The New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly, and have been translated into thirteen languages. She has a PhD in art history, which she has taught at the university level. Madeline loves to hear from her readers, and can be reached through her website at www.madelinehunter.com, on Facebook, www.facebook.com/madelinehunter/, and at twitter.com/madelinehunter.