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Dangerous Duke (League of Dukes Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Scarlett Scott (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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He’s lethal and ruthless.
Suspended from his work as an agent for the Crown, Griffin, Duke of Strathmore, exists under a dark cloud of suspicion for crimes he didn’t commit. He’s on a desperate race to clear his name by any means until a grave error lands him under house arrest with the last sort of distraction he needs.

She’s the sister of his nemesis.
Lady Violet West is about to be married to the most boring man in England. When the disgraced Duke of Strathmore lands in her lap—literally—she decides he is the answer to her longing for adventure. Though her brother is convinced of Strathmore’s guilt, Violet isn’t as certain.

Falling in love is out of the question.
Griffin doesn’t want her interference. Violet won’t take no for an answer. So begins a secret partnership between the fallen duke and the determined lady. Their quest to uncover the truth leads to danger and desire. But the most perilous risk of all is losing their hearts.
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Without a doubt, Scarlett Scott knows how to write a gripping story. Fans of historical romance need to give her books a read - the required steam and drama of the genre can be found in abundance, along with fabulously done light mystery elements to make this standout from the crowd. - Siobhan, Goodreads Reviewer

Their ever escalating escapades kept me turning pages until about three in the morning but it's not all stolen kisses, brushes with assassination, and dinner plates turned daggers. There's also a good deal of emotional baggage weighing down the spirits of both characters and Scott's use of it--of the ways our parents often leave invisible scars on our hearts--is handled with sensitivity, grace, and compassion. - Rosalind, Biscuits and Bodices

Yet another fantastic book by Scarlett Scott!! I love reading her books and am never disappointed! -OnceUponATime, Goodreads Reviewer

This has a wonderful story that's touching and gives you a sense that the two really do belong together.- Maggie, Goodreads Reviewer

This was an enthralling read with a good amount of action and danger, not to mention some very heated and heartfelt moments. - Cheryl, Goodreads Reviewer

I loved this one. I found myself taking forever to finish it because I kept going back to reread and make highlights of terribly romantic dialogue. - Niki, Goodreads Reviewer

I really enjoyed this one! Scarlett Scott is a must buy author for me and never disappoints! -Sara, Goodreads Reviewer

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Rosalyn Landor has worked as an actress since the age of seven, both in Europe and the United States. Her extensive list of credits includes leading roles on PBS's Masterpiece Theater, miniseries on all major networks, films, theater, and audio productions. She is an Audie Award nominee and winner, and she has won several Earphones Awards. She was chosen by AudioFile as a Best Voice of 2009 and 2010.

Scarlett Scott is a bestselling author who specializes in steamy historical romances that feature strong, intelligent heroines and sexy alpha heroes. A self-professed literary junkie, she loves reading romance novels, poetry, and Middle English verse. When not writing, she enjoys wrangling her adorable identical twins. She currently resides with her twins and her Canadian husband in Pennsylvania. For more information, visit scarlettscottauthor.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Happily Ever After Books, LLC
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 2, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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USA TODAY and Amazon Top 100 bestselling author Scarlett Scott writes deliciously wicked Victorian and Regency historical romances with strong, intelligent heroines and sexy alpha heroes. She splits her time between Maryland and Pennsylvania with her Canadian husband, their adorable identical twins, and two spoiled dogs.

A self-professed literary junkie and nerd, she loves reading anything but especially romance novels, poetry, and Middle English verse. When she’s not writing, reading, wrangling kids, or indulging in her inappropriate sense of humor, you can catch up with her on her website www.scarlettscottauthor.com. Hearing from readers never fails to make her day.

Scarlett’s Books:

Unexpected Lords (scorching hot Victorian)

1. The Detective Duke

2. The Playboy Peer

3. The Millionaire Marquess

4. The Goodbye Governess

The Sinful Suttons (scorching hot Regency)

1. Sutton's Spinster

2. Sutton's Sins

3. Sutton's Surrender

4. Sutton's Seduction

5. Sutton's Scoundrel

6. Sutton's Scandal

7. Sutton's Secrets

Rogue's Guild (scorching hot Regency)

1. Her Ruthless Duke

Notorious Ladies of London (scorching hot Victorian)

1. Lady Ruthless

2. Lady Wallflower

3. Lady Reckless

4. Lady Wicked

5. Lady Lawless

6. Lady Brazen

Heart’s Temptation (scorching hot Victorian)

1. A Mad Passion

2. Rebel Love

3. Reckless Need

4. Sweet Scandal

5. Restless Rake

6. Darling Duke

7. The Night Before Scandal

Wicked Husbands (scorching hot Victorian)

1. Her Errant Earl

2. Her Lovestruck Lord

3. Her Reformed Rake

4. Her Deceptive Duke

5. Her Missing Marquess

6. Her Virtuous Viscount

League of Dukes (scorching hot Victorian)

1. Nobody's Duke

2. Heartless Duke

3. Dangerous Duke

4. Shameless Duke

5. Scandalous Duke

6. Fearless Duke

The Wicked Winters (scorching hot Regency)

1. Wicked in Winter

2. Wedded in Winter

3. Wanton in Winter

3.5 Wishes in Winter

4. Willful in Winter

5. Wagered in Winter

6. Wild in Winter

7. Wooed in Winter

8. Winter's Wallflower

9. Winter's Woman

10. Winter's Whispers

11. Winter's Waltz

12. Winter's Widow

13. Winter's Warrior

14. A Merry Wicked Winter

Sins and Scoundrels scorching hot Regency)

1. Duke of Depravity

2. Prince of Persuasion

3. Marquess of Mayhem

4. Sarah

5. Earl of Every Sin

6. Duke of Debauchery

7. Viscount of Villainy

Lord of Pirates (stand-alone novella)

Love’s Second Chance (steamy contemporary romance)

1. Reprieve

2. Perfect Persuasion

3. Win My Love

Coastal Heat (extra steamy contemporary romance)

1. Loved Up

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Customers enjoy this historical romance for its increasingly enticing plot and secondary storylines, describing it as a fun, adventurous, and steamy read. The book features compelling characters, with customers particularly loving the hero and heroine, and one customer noting the well-crafted external dialogue. Customers praise the writing quality, humor, and delicious taste of the story, while also appreciating the series as a whole.

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26 customers mention "Romance"23 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the romantic elements of the book, particularly its love story and sexual scenes, along with its interesting secondary plots. One customer describes it as an unusual tale of love and danger.

"...It had a lot of humor and heart. Griffin had the right amount of dangerous charm that makes a hero fun to read about...." Read more

"...I understand these are romances, but the secondary plots are interesting as hell. They deserve well written resolutions also, in my humble opinion...." Read more

"...This is both a fun, romantic, and adventurous tale that I thoroughly enjoyed from beginning to end...." Read more

"...Can Violet save Griffen and his friends and her brother?? Romantic and enchanting story of loyalty, friendship and the power of love!!" Read more

22 customers mention "Readability"22 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, describing it as a thrilling, steamy, and adventurous tale.

"...Haha! This was really a fun read. I really enjoyed this book and I'm looking forward to the next installment." Read more

"...This is both a fun, romantic, and adventurous tale that I thoroughly enjoyed from beginning to end...." Read more

"Great read! Griffin should have done more to prove his innocence but Violet did rise to the occasion in discovering the truth and taking action...." Read more

"Delightful, thrilling and dangerous. Great storyline filled with unexpected moments and just when you think you what to expect the unexpected happens." Read more

15 customers mention "Character development"15 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book, particularly the hero and heroine, with one customer noting the return of previous characters.

"...I loved the hero and heroine. They had definite chemistry. Their chance meeting via a ball of yarn was totally believable and charming...." Read more

"...Great heroine." Read more

"...I really enjoyed the characters and the plot. This series just keeps getting better." Read more

"...does an awesome job pulling you into the book with humor and fun loving characters. Can’t wait to read more of her books." Read more

10 customers mention "Writing quality"10 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one customer describing it as beautifully written and another noting its total believability.

"...Their chance meeting via a ball of yarn was totally believable and charming. One reviewer lamented internal dialogue. I adore it...." Read more

"Another fabulous book in The League of Dukes. Framed by someone in league with the Fenians...." Read more

"I loved this. The Duke is witty, sarcastic and swoon worthy. Violet is quirky, endearing, bold and original. This was a great read...." Read more

"Each are great standalone books but get the series. I pre-order ed the next book before I finished this one...." Read more

8 customers mention "Series quality"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the series, with one mentioning that it keeps getting better with each installment.

"I think this one is my favorite in the series, so far. It had a lot of humor and heart...." Read more

"...I really enjoyed the characters and the plot. This series just keeps getting better." Read more

"Each are great standalone books but get the series. I pre-order ed the next book before I finished this one...." Read more

"Love, love the Duke series. Also like cross-over of main characters. Griffin was delicious and Violet was awesome...." Read more

6 customers mention "Humor"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book.

"I think this one is my favorite in the series, so far. It had a lot of humor and heart...." Read more

"I loved this. The Duke is witty, sarcastic and swoon worthy. Violet is quirky, endearing, bold and original. This was a great read...." Read more

"...Chemistry = off the charts. Plus, humor, sass, mystery, intrigue, and fun! Enjoy!" Read more

"...I laughed while reading this book! Lady Violet is" Read more

5 customers mention "Dialogue quality"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the dialogue in the book, with one noting its well-crafted external exchanges and another highlighting the Duke's wit.

"...I adore it. That, along with well crafted external dialogue, is what is necessary for superb character development...." Read more

"...they escaped together and started to have a couple short but genuine conversations, but now it’s just quickly jumping into a love scene and I just do..." Read more

"I loved this. The Duke is witty, sarcastic and swoon worthy. Violet is quirky, endearing, bold and original. This was a great read...." Read more

"This was a fun read filled with quirky characters, amusing dialogue, and scheming. There were also some steamy parts that did not disappoint." Read more

5 customers mention "Taste"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the taste of the book, describing it as deliciously good.

"...Mmmm, yummy. I don't know if the double utility double cuts was PERFÞ" Read more

"Delightful, thrilling and dangerous. Great storyline filled with unexpected moments and just when you think you what to expect the unexpected happens." Read more

"...stress how much this novel deserves a high rating because it was deliciously good...." Read more

"...Also like cross-over of main characters. Griffin was delicious and Violet was awesome. Also like that Vkolet was adventurous...." Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous love story
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
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    With just enough sex play to keep your readers driven to tawdry acts!
    Mmmm, yummy.
    I don't know if the double utility double cuts was PERFÞ
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  • Kimberly Addison
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fun and sexy read.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2019
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    I think this one is my favorite in the series, so far. It had a lot of humor and heart. Griffin had the right amount of dangerous charm that makes a hero fun to read about. Violet is pure of heart and a bit naive, but I like that she took control of her life in such a bold way. I mean letting her brothers "prisoner" fake kidnap her then marrying him is one way to make a statement! I have to feel sorry for Violets fiance Flowerpot though! Haha! This was really a fun read.

    I really enjoyed this book and I'm looking forward to the next installment.
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  • Cynthia L. Bogner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Practically Perfect
    Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2020
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    The character development, pacing, and backstory were excellent. I loved the hero and heroine. They had definite chemistry. Their chance meeting via a ball of yarn was totally believable and charming.

    One reviewer lamented internal dialogue. I adore it. That, along with well crafted external dialogue, is what is necessary for superb character development. Nothing turns me off more than gratuitous dialogue trying to impart information that would be better served from the person themselves.

    My only complaint is that I would have liked more. More of the hero and heroine together, more of the two interacting with the other dukes and duchesses. More of the villain and the brother. Even more of the Earl of Flowerpots and his hideous mother. It would help to build tension. Plus, it would avoid the sometimes abrupt resolutions. I understand these are romances, but the secondary plots are interesting as hell. They deserve well written resolutions also, in my humble opinion. Besides, are we to believe Flowerpot just disappeared?
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  • LynnS77
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Duke’s Rescue
    Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2023
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    Griffin, Duke of Strathmore has been accused of colluding with the enemy, something more horrific than the torture he endured while in service for the Crown. Now he is accused of be a turncoat after all his years of service, and it’s one of his own making the accusations. Griffin is under house arrest at the home of a one time associate and friend.

    Lady Violet West is the sister of his nemesis and she literally all but fell into his lap, and she is stunning and unfortunately doomed to marry the world’s most boring Earl. For whatever reason Violet believes in Griffin’s innocence and promises to help him clear his name. She also doesn’t want to marry the world’s most boring Earl, and once she has a taste of Stathmore’s kisses, she’s certain of that fact.

    This is both a fun, romantic, and adventurous tale that I thoroughly enjoyed from beginning to end. Scarlett Scott is fast becoming one of my favorites.
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  • Animal Lover
    5.0 out of 5 stars THE POWER OF LOVE
    Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2020
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    Griffin, Duke of Strathmore, is under a cloud of treason for selling secrets to radical Irish. For over 15 years, he has served England and suffered torture for his country. Now planted papers found in his home implicate him. Since he is a peer, he is under house arrest at the home of the new head of the elite League, his nemesis Lucien West, Duke of Arden. His sister, Lady Violet West, who is engaged to an earl - a match promoted by her brother - is crocheting and Griffin trips over the ball of yarn, landing in Violet's lap. At 24, Violet sees herself as plain and on the shelf - but she is attracted to the very handsome Griffin. Unlike the earl and her brother, Griffin sees a lovely woman and listens to her thoughts instead of telling her what to do. At first, Griffin uses her attraction to put off his going to prison, but he is genuinely attracted by her honesty and kindness. When she asks if he is guilty, Violet believes in Griffin's innocence and vows to help him discover the traitor. The more time she spends with the earl, the more Violet realizes he cares more for his mother and plants than her. All it took was a kiss with Griffin for her to come up with a plan - they should marry, giving Griffin time to prove his innocence and her brother would be reluctant to imprison her husband. All goes as planned and they escape to Griffin's friends - former agents in the League - for help. Violet falls hopelessly in love with her husband, but knows little of the demons he carries from the tortures inflicted on him when he was a prisoner of the French. He has been a solitary man, not trusting in others. But the day after their marriage, Violet overhears Griffin explain to his friends that he manipulated Violet into thinking her plan was her own idea and using her as a pawn. Heartbroken she runs into Lucien who is searching for her. When Griffin realizes what he has done and the pain he caused Violet, he follows and surrenders to Lucien. Beaten and shackled Griffin confesses all to Violet and his love. But as he is taken away to prison, Violet is determined to free her husband from this crime he is innocent of. Together with his friends, they face life and death at the hands of the true Judas. Can Violet save Griffen and his friends and her brother?? Romantic and enchanting story of loyalty, friendship and the power of love!!
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Faithful
    Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2023
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    Great read! Griffin should have done more to prove his innocence but Violet did rise to the occasion in discovering the truth and taking action. Great heroine.
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  • texasnana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dangerous for sure
    Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2024
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    Delightful, thrilling and dangerous. Great storyline filled with unexpected moments and just when you think you what to expect the unexpected happens.
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  • arc
    3.0 out of 5 stars The Second Half is Readable n
    Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2019
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    I almost abandoned this book in the first chapter. It starts with the hero, the dangerous duke, pawing the heroine, a 24 year old never been kissed virgin, when he trips on her crochet yarn (really?) Within about 4 pages they have their tongues down each others throats. I almost stopped right then and there. The rest of the first half is tedious, nonsensical, and mostly drawn out until the author can get them in bed together. Until late in the book the only thing going for them is they have the hots for each other. You know who the villain is the minute you meet him. There is no mystery. There is also no historical authenticity in details, history, dialogue etc. Because I bought it I figured I should read it but there were times I really started to hate myself for not giving up and deleting it. The second half is better with more action but still a rather thin plot. An okay book for a rainy day read
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    4.0 out of 5 stars 🖤 Griffin & Violet 🖤
    Reviewed in Germany on August 13, 2023
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    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/6.
    🌶️🌶️🌶️/5.

    Griffin, Duke of Strathmore, is under house arrest because he is a suspect of committing treason against the crown and so he being held in Lady Violet West house.
    Vi has a loveless marriage in a future and she needs adventure and so she strikes a bargain with Griffin in order to help him find the proof that he needs to prove that he is innocent.
    I liked how they met and i loved how they went about their arrangement and how things between them evolved however i was not a big fan of the third act conflict. I guess what happened unraveled everything at once but i wished Griffin wasn't so careless especially when he already knew what he was saying was a lie. Now granted, perhaps Vi exaggerated a bit but i guess it was inevitable.
    Arden, Vi's brother, was annoying but i guess i understand why.

    It is always a delight listening to the audiobooks and this one was no exception.
    Cant wait to listen to the next one.
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  • Wendy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hard to put down
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 12, 2025
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    Great reading
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  • Matante7
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very satisfying
    Reviewed in Canada on March 5, 2023
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    Loved it. Nice pace, even flow, great climax, nice epilog. The characters are very likable and the situations interesting. The mystery was logical and I especially like seeing the heroine save the day and the villain pay the ultimate price for his dastardly deeds. Could hardly put it down.
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  • AprilGirl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent.
    Reviewed in Australia on February 16, 2024
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    An excellent book 3 in this series. Well written and a great storyline, though the books in this series are longer than my preferred length.
    But one thing that is bugging me is the way some wives have been addressed in these series….example: If Griffin is Griffin Lynton, 10th Duke of Strathmore, then he should call her Violet Lynton not Violet Strathmore. This is how I believe it should be. Forgive me if I’m incorrect.
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  • Tonima
    3.0 out of 5 stars Average one time read.
    Reviewed in India on April 26, 2021
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    Lack of intensity between the characters. Storyline good but emotional Touch was missing except in the last 10 pages. Overall ok
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