Eliza and the Duke Book Details
Genre: Historical Romance
Book Review Eliza and the Duke
Hi book friends, this is the second novel in The Doves of New York series. The first book in the series, The Stranger I Wed, hooked me in right away. It was an opening novel that sets the stage for the subsequent series. A great opener! Whereas, in Eliza and the Duke, it focuses on the middle Dove sister, Elizabeth Dove.
Eliza and the Duke gives a different romantic perspective than George’s last novel. It’s not a match of wealth or prestige. Eliza finds herself enamored by a man who is a genuinely good human being and she takes a risk and falls in love with someone who makes her feel safe and whole.
As the novel progressed I found myself predicting what would happen next, and it was a delight when what I thought would happen, happened. What didn’t work for me in this one was the dynamic between the villain and Simon towards the end. I understood why Simon (aka the Duke) was beholden to the villain of the novel. But, when Eliza entered the picture, with her connections and wealth, it didn’t make much sense that Simon had to pay off a debt he already paid. Although, the ending conveniently made things easier, it felt too easy actually (you’ll know what I mean when you read the book), I really do think Eliza and Simon could’ve asked for help and received it gladly from family and friends.
I am ready for the next novel though as George reveals the youngest Dove sister’s romance story to a certain heir to a dukedom.
Happy Reading ~ Cece
RATING: 
– Satisfyingly Inked
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About the Author
Harper St. George grew up in the rural backwoods of Alabama and the northwest Florida coast where her love of history began. She now makes her home in the Atlanta area writing historical fiction romance set in various time periods from the Viking Era to the Gilded Age. Her novels have been translated into ten languages.
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publication details
| Pub Date | ISBN | Page Count | Publisher | Age Group | Source & Format | Review Posted Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24-Jun-25 | 978-0593441022 | 336 | Berkley | Adult | NetGalley, Digital ARC | March 1, 2025 |
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CECE BECKMAN
Cece holds a Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing from California State University, Long Beach. She lives in California with her husband and children. When she’s not reading or writing reviews she can be found wandering book aisles at local bookshops, drinking iced cold lattes with cold cream foam, or passing the time with her cats.
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