The Guardian Duke

Gabriel, the Duke of St. Easton, is ordered by the King to take guardianship over Lady Alexandria Featherstone whose parents are presumed dead after failing to return from a high profile treasure hunt. But Alexandria ignores this royal reassignment, believing her parents are still alive and duly following clues that may lead to their whereabouts. Gabriel, pressured by what are actually the King’s ulterior motives, pursues her across windswept England and the rolling green hills of Ireland but is always one step behind.

This book was full of adventure and mystery. Alexandra and her group were always a step ahead of Gabriel.   About 3/4 of the way through I started to feel that the ending I was looking for was not going to happen and to expect a different ending. I was right! It ended with a cliff-hanger that left me frustrated, but eagerly awaiting for all my questions to be answered in July when The Forgiven Duke is published.  I liked Gabriel right away, but it took me longer to get behind Alex.  I look forward to their continuing story.

Author: Jamie Carie
Published: February 2012
Pages: 320
Genre: Historical Fiction
Source:  NetGalley/B & H Publishing Group
Finished: 1/7/12



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This complimentary review copy was received thankfully from NetGalley and B & H Publishing Group and in no way influenced my review of this book. These are my personal thoughts and reactions to the reading of the book.