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The Duke's Return [Mass Market Paperback]

Malia Martin (Author)
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)


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August 1, 1999
When Trevor Phillips finally returns home to claim his inheritance, he's astonished to find the estate in shambles. Still, he has no great desire to be rusticating in the country and it's only the enchantingly beautiful--and shockingly young--Dowager Duchess, Sara, who captures the rake's very masculine interest. But while Trevor is determined to lure Sara into his arms, she is equally determined to entice this confirmed bachelor into doing his duty by finding him a bride.

Trevor has made it quite clear that nothing could be more boring than to marry a nice debutante and produce an heir. And in Sara he discovers a passionate woman who is unlike any other he's ever known. But what he hasn't yet told her is that he has a plan of his own...and her future depends on her answer to his proposal.When Trevor Phillips finally returns home to claim his inheritance, he's astonished to find the estate in shambles. Still, he has no great desire to be rusticating in the country and it's only the enchantingly beautiful--and shockingly young--Dowager Duchess, Sara, who captures the rake's very masculine interest. But while Trevor is determined to lure Sara into his arms, she is equally determined to entice this confirmed bachelor into doing his duty by finding him a bride.

 


Editorial Reviews

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"A fresh unusual romance...I couldn't put it down! -- Christina Skye

"A stirring plot with exceptional characters make this romance a winner." -- Romantic Times

"An auspicious debut!" -- Affaire de coeur

"This is a book you can read again and again and it will never lose its charm." -- Rendezvous

"Without a doubt a fresh, innovative talent." -- Samantha James, New York Times, bestselling author

About the Author

Raised on Hawaii, Malia Martin grew up listening to stories rich in culture and history. From the moment she could read and write she has been doing both in great abundance. She majored in English just so she could read her way through college. And she married a man who loves to cook and can do his own ironing so she could spend every spare moment writing. When the children came she found that the hours she spent pushing swings, watching ballet classes and driving carpools lent themselves marvelously well to plotting.

Malia now lives in California with her three small children and extremely supportive husband. When she is not reading, writing or plotting, she loves to ski, play tennis and take her children to the beach. Visit Malia's website at Malia.com.


Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Avon; First Edition edition (August 1, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0380798980
  • ISBN-13: 978-0380798988
  • Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.2 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,544,895 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Malia's "Beta" Heroes are unlike any others..., September 8, 1999
By A Customer
This review is from: The Duke's Return (Mass Market Paperback)
I just finished Malia Martin's second novel, The Duke's Return, and am again blown away by how incredibly unique, special, and surprising her heroes can be. This time, It's Trevor ... he's a complete rake (OK, that's nothing new) ... but wait, he is also desperately trying to cope with a weakness that's plagued him his whole life ... Ms Martin is masterful at creating a heroine who compliments him, as his foil, and together they are truly complete, vanquishing both their doubts and weaknesses in the power of their love. Highly recommended!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars New Reader in Ohio, August 28, 2000
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This review is from: The Duke's Return (Mass Market Paperback)
This is my first Malia Martin book. Put it this way...I'm only on page 110 ( not even half way through) and it's absolutely WONDERFUL!!! I had to comment on it! (This is also the first time I have written a comment.)

I think "Dull, Dull, Dull" in Singapore doesn't know how to appreciate a different take on a character. Something Miss Maring has truly done! As much as I love historical romances, there are only so many scenarios to write. And while 'arrogance, looks, & breeding' are all great...to a point, Trevor is a wonderully 'human' and DIFFERENT approach to "boy meets girl, boy saves girl, boy & girl live happily ever after!"

I look forward to searching our more of Ms. Martin's work! But for now...back to my book! Thank you! =)

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8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book!, March 16, 2000
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This review is from: The Duke's Return (Mass Market Paperback)
I loved this book because it was a little different than all the historical romance books I've read. Sara was older than the duke, which was a new twist that I liked and she was widowed, which made the love scenes unlike the rest that I've read where the heroine is a virgin. I also thought Trevor was a gentle, loving person, instead of the rakish rogue books usually portray. It was a great read! I couldn't put it down.
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