“magnificent… a fast-paced and seductive treasure.” – Publishers Weekly (Starred Review & Best Summer Books pick)A 2017 RT Reviewers’ Choice Award Nominee for Best British Isles-set Romance! Eva Leigh launches a seductive new series that sizzles with the dark secrets of London’s underworld…Years ago, the Duke of Greyland gave his heart—and a princely sum of money—to a charming, destitute … gave his heart—and a princely sum of money—to a charming, destitute widow with unparalleled beauty. But after one passionate night, she slipped from his bed and vanished without a trace. And just when he’s given up hope of ever seeing her again, Greyland finds her managing a gaming hell. He’s desperate to have her… until he discovers everything about his long-lost lover was a lie.
In truth, Cassandra Blake grew up on the streets, picking pockets to survive. Greyland was a mark—to be fleeced and forgotten—but her feelings for the duke became all too real. Once he learns of her deception, however, the heat in his eyes turns to ice. When her business partner absconds with the gaming hell proceeds—leaving unsavory investors out for blood—Cassandra must beg the man she betrayed for help.
Greyland wants compensation, too, and he’ll assist her under one condition: she doesn’t leave his sight until her debts are paid. But it’s not long before the real Cassandra—the smart, streetwise criminal—is stealing his heart all over again.
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Great complex characters muddling through intriguing new situations. Wonderful start to what suggests to be an interesting series.
I did not want to put this book down once I started it. Alex and Cass’s story consumed me.
Picture the scene – I’m sitting in the living room with my mum after dinner, and I’m trying to make a discreet exit stage left…
The Mommy: Where are you going? Are you not watching this?
Me: Umm, no… I need to find out if the Duke of Greyland succumbs to his passions *smirks*
TM: *rolls eyes*
Alexander Lewis is all too aware of his responsibilities and what is expected of him as the Duke of Greyland. For a man given to seeing the world in black and white, he’s about to take a journey into London’s dark underbelly. There is only one person who could tempt Alex to follow such a path – the woman who stole his heart two years ago. Only, who is the real Cassandra Blair?
There weren’t many avenues available for females back in the early 19th century. Especially those born poor like Cass. What was a little pick-pocketing if it meant putting food in your belly? Graduating to more complex scams, Cass has never had any regrets until Alex. The only man to ever touch the very heart of her…
Never imagining their paths would cross again, Cass is left with no option but to turn to Alex for help when she, herself, is betrayed.
Rocked by the realisation that Cass is not who he thought, Alex vows to help her – but at a cost.
Yet, who will pay the higher price when more than one heart is on the line?
Trust me, ladies, your ovaries will thank for you for reading this story *snorts* Alex is one of those characters that appear to be so cool, calm, and collected but you know (just KNOW!) he is molten lava bubbling underneath waiting to erupt *coughs* Holy hotness *wafts hand*
“Before you, I slept. Now, because of you, I’m conscious. For the first time in my life, I am fully awake.”
Who knew such a London existed? *shrugs* Alex and Cass’s visit to a certain establishment had me all agog *whispers* Well, that’s the polite way of repeating what I said *whistles*
Romance, suspense and a will-they-won’t-they storyline will keep you guessing right to the end.
So, come on, and explore a London you never knew existed.
Kit and Thomas are gonna have their work cut out to pip Alex to the post – that’s all I’m saying…
This story for me was just Ok: I do love me a good historical that gets the juices pumping.
Sadly for me, this wasn’t juice pumping stuff sigh.
There was nothing I could actually put my finger on that made me so disconnected here I just was.
From Duke Till Dawn is essentially a second chance love affair featuring a duke and a con artist at its centre.
So the Duke of Grayland and Miss Cassandra Blake have a moment: at least on his part.
Stepping back into there lives neither quite forgot the other: both still carrying a lit torch.
but with lies and deceit standing in there path blocking the way to true happiness it really does seem hopeless.
So when a chance encounters at a later date brings these two together again Cassandras lies topple over like a pack of cards revealing the utter deception beneath.
Not exactly impressed at being her patsy the Duke is determined to enact his pound of flesh.
But when Cassandras business partner does a runner leaving her in the lurch there’s only one man she can turn to for help.
So yeh this was very instalove and a trifle monotonous in places.
This story had its moments but I essentially found it hard initially to warm to either character.
The Duke seemed to have a bit of a superiority problem and also seemed trifle clueless and unforgiving of what Cassandra had done ultimately for survival.
Did find this a bit harsh myself.
Cassandra well I just wasn’t feeling her and I’m not really sure why that was.
Look: if you like a sweet love story that is equal parts suspense and romance then this will more than likely appeal to you.
Myself I prefer something a tad grittier.
So this was well written despite my slight disconnect and I can definitely recommend this on that particular front.
Just a shame this ultimately wasn’t my particular brand of Bovril.
I voluntary reviewed an Arc of From Duke Till Dawn (The London Underground, #1)
All opinions expressed here are entirely my own.
Reviewed By Beckie Bookworm
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Absolute page turner! Alex, the Duke of Greyland, is a very powerful man who was enforced by his father in his duties. Two years before, a young widow left him with a broken heart after just one night of passion. Now they meet again in a gambling house where she is a hostess. Alex’s world is shaken when he realizes he will do anything, even if it’s against society rules to help and keep the woman he loves.
Love the plot with scenes of the seedier side of London.
Two years ago Alex, the Duke of Greyland lost his heart and a princely sum to a charming, beautiful and destitute widow who, after a very brief affair, vanished without a trace. Cassandra Blair grew up on the city streets, picking pockets to survive. Greyland was a rich mark to be fleeced and forgotten only she’d never forgotten him. They meet again in a London gaming hell.
This is the first book I’ve read by the author & I particularly enjoyed that it was a different slant on a historical novel. Cassandra wasn’t a titled wealthy debutante but had grown up on the streets. I found it a fun read of crossing the class divide & finding a swindler. The characters were well portrayed but sometimes seemed more contemporary than Regency however as it was an enjoyable read I was able to go with this. I look forward to more in the series.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
The plot was so incredible I couldn’t finish the story. Total garbage.