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The duke and i
Book • 2000
In 1813, Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings, and Daphne Bridgerton devise a plan to feign a courtship to deter matchmaking mothers and improve Daphne's marriage prospects.
However, their fake relationship soon turns into genuine feelings.
The novel explores their complex pasts, the societal pressures of Regency London, and the challenges they face as they navigate their feelings for each other.
Despite initial intentions, they find themselves falling in love, but their relationship is complicated by Simon's vow to never have children due to his traumatic childhood and Daphne's desire for a family.
However, their fake relationship soon turns into genuine feelings.
The novel explores their complex pasts, the societal pressures of Regency London, and the challenges they face as they navigate their feelings for each other.
Despite initial intentions, they find themselves falling in love, but their relationship is complicated by Simon's vow to never have children due to his traumatic childhood and Daphne's desire for a family.
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