In 1879 Oxford, brilliant yet impoverished Annabelle Archer, one of the first female students, must recruit influential men to support the women's suffrage movement as part of her scholarship. Her initial target is the formidable Sebastian Devereux, the most powerful duke in England. When Annabelle and her friends infiltrate his opulent estate, she finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the intelligent aristocrat, igniting a complex battle of passion and will. As their attraction grows, Annabelle realizes she must quickly learn how to navigate the challenges of bringing down a duke. Praise for the novel highlights its wit, rich detail, and historical significance, celebrating the power of love and the fight for women's rights. Esteemed authors commend it as a dazzling reminder of why readers adore historical romance, with one calling it the best of the year. The book is described as a superb debut that blends steamy romance with meticulous historical research, promising to captivate readers. With its fresh voice, the author is poised to make a significant impact in the romance genre.
De meiden van Ennismore Reeks
Stap in het Victoriaanse Engeland waar vrouwen het aandurven maatschappelijke verwachtingen te trotseren en de status quo uit te dagen. Volg de reizen van intelligente en onafhankelijke heldinnen terwijl ze strijden voor toegang tot onderwijs en autonomie in een door mannen gedomineerde wereld. Deze verhalen combineren passie, intellectuele strijd en romantiek, en boeien lezers met hun kracht en vooruitstrevende geest.
Aanbevolen leesvolgorde
A stunning new novel from Evie Dunmore and her Oxford Rebels
Portrait of a Scotsman
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- 16 uur lezen
The story revolves around a respectable suffragist who finds herself in a bold confrontation with her unexpected husband, a brooding Scotsman. As an unwilling bride, she navigates the complexities of their relationship while grappling with her commitment to the suffragist movement. The plot explores themes of love, duty, and the challenges of balancing personal desires with societal expectations.