Desperately Seeking a Duchess

By: Christi Caldwell

Narrated by: Timothy Campbell

What happens when an impoverished duke with a reputation for being a rogue collides with a strong-willed heiress who wants to explore the world? An unlikely friendship…and unexpected passion.

Cailin Audley doesn’t fit in with Polite Society. A life spent among the working class taught her to value her independence in a way no newfound fortune or glittering ballroom could ever erase. When a major misstep sees the new heiress whisked away to the English countryside, Cailin soon realizes the vexing lengths her family will go to see her settled. But having risked her heart once before, Cailin has no interest in the men of the ton—especially not the frustratingly charming Duke of St. James.

Courtland Balfour, the Duke of St. James, devoted brother and notorious rogue, despises what he must become—a fortune hunter. But with the ducal coffers drained by his late, spendthrift of a father, Courtland knows his duty lies at the altar and he will do anything to ensure a future for his siblings. Just his luck that the one lady who could make this new fate bearable, who enflames him like no other, is the one woman who wants nothing to do with him or his title.

But when an act of desperation inadvertently lands he and Cailin at the heart of another scandal, Courtland knows better than to waste his chance. Surely he can convince Cailin to love him?

Critic reviews

Praise for Desperately Seeking a Duchess

“Packed with familial warmth and peppered with humor…An endearing romance.”—Kirkus

Praise for Along Came a Lady

“Ribboned with subtleties about gender roles and class expectations that make this novel both thoughtful and delightful all at once.”—Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Christi Caldwell's crisp, sparkling writing is infused with emotion, passion, and a belief in the healing power of love. This is terrific Regency romance!"—Amanda Quick, New York Times bestselling author

"Emotional, funny, and filled with passion—everything I want in a romance.”—Lorraine Heath, New York Times bestselling author of The Duchess Hunt

“What historical romance is meant to be. I devoured every word. Christi Caldwell has become one of my favorite authors.”—Laura Lee Guhrke, New York Times bestselling author

"A charming, romantic love story that shows Regency romance isn't just about dukes and duchesses and love isn't just for the upper classes."—Maya Rodale, USA Today bestselling author

Cailin and Courtland Love Story

Loved this book from beginning to end. No empty, slow spots to lengthen the story. The characters were well developed. Not a lot of extra drama. Good read. Loved Cailin and Courtland. Great book.

Strong female heroine.

Could use more personal thoughts of our hero. However Tim Campbell is so wonderful at bringing a handsome rouge to your imagination. I will listen to him read anytime!

Not as good as previous- still great.

There were more than a few times when I want to stop listening to this book. Kaylynn is a disrespectful brat who needed a good whopping as is the younger sister, Ellie. But the story was still great and Timothy Campbell did an excellent job. In fact, he's the reason Kaylynn and Ellie are such pains. His voice conveys all Kaylynn's anger and frustration. This is another enjoyable listen.

Awesome

Love this author and narrator a very good book would recommend to anybody that likes a sweet love story