Review: How to Love a Duke in Ten Days

How to Love a Duke in Ten Days by Kerrigan Byrne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a riveting tale! I've always been fond of Kerrigan Byrne's writing and this book didn't disappoint. She has a narrative style that is poetic and heartbreaking at the same time. Her stories dig deep into harsh topics and this book wasn't the exception. A content warning should be given for sexual abuse as that is an important part of the book and the development of Alexandra's character.
There are several things I enjoyed about this book, starting by the three wonderful friends that made a pact of sharing secrets from their torturous pasts and a vow to never marry. But we know that vow is never going to be easy to keep.
Alexandra, an archeologist recovering from a trauma that has left her wary of men, makes the trip to Redmayne Castle at the request of her friend Francesca, who's betrothed to the Duke since she was a child and is trying to uncover the assassins of her family. But it's Alexandra who ends up catching the eye of the duke and there is an attraction that they can't seem to ignore.
Piers never thought he'd love again after the accident that left part of his face disfigured, but he can't seem to ignore the attraction to Alexandra.
In a whirlwind of emotion, danger and secrets, these two wounded characters will learn to trust and love each other.
I enjoyed that while there are dangers and a few mystery plots surrounding them, the book centers mainly in Alexandra and Piers learning to trust and love one another and how it's Alexandra's journey to healing from the abuse she'd suffered when she was young. It's raw and angsty at points, but so wonderfully written.
Once again, I love this author and she doesn't disappoint me!
*I was given an ARC from the publisher under no obligation*

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