Review
The third book in the Writing Girls series by Maya Rodale is sure to capture the heart of historical romance lovers everywhere.
Eliza is feisty. I loved her. She is all about the story and will do whatever it takes to get it – even posing as a housemaid in the notorious Duke of Wycliff’s home. She makes a terrible maid, but luckily the house isn’t formal and the Duke is entertained by her bottom.
Sebastian, Duke of Wycliff, is also a great character. I loved how reluctant he is in the beginning to be the duke in the beginning and how gradually he becomes more comfortable with the role. (Something Eliza teases him about several times) He is also so much more than he seems in the beginning. He is very smart and committed to educating people about the cultures and the plants he had encountered on his travels.
The Tattooed Duke has some very sexy scenes, but the couple doesn’t actually consummate they relationship until the very end. I especially love the scene when Eliza first discovers Sebastian’s tattoos while he is bathing. It is incredible sensual.
There are secrets that Eliza keeps from Sebastian that he should have figured out before he does, but he is blinded by his desire for her. There is also one really big secret that through me for a loop.
Everything about The Tattooed Duke worked for me – I loved the hero, the heroine, the plot, and of course the happily ever after.
Reviewed by Carrie