On the rare chance an author brings tears to my eyes, they automatically get 5 stars. Erica Ridley did that as well as making me laugh out loud at the carefree antics of Carole as well as the incredibly awful pick up lines (though I admit to really liking one). The romance was perfect and clean while still managing to keep a nice simmer. The characters were all wonderfully written and I desperately wish I could fall into the pages and find myself in Christmas. Thank you to NetGalley, Erica Ridley, and WebMotion for giving me the chance to read this story and share my honest thoughts and opinions with others.

A perfect romance!

The Duke of Azureford is confident and respected in the House of Lords, but in a social setting, he is uncomfortable and shy. More than anything he wants to make friends and find a suitable wife. Carole Quincy is Azureford’s neighbor. She is charming and friendly, outgoing, everything Adam hopes to be. She has been the head of her household since her mother died when she was a young girl. She has a vivid imagination and likes to illustrate her thoughts and ideas in a sketchbook (which she misplaced at Adam’s house at his last attempt at a party). When he comes to his summer cottage in Cressmouth with a plan to gain and practice the social skills he needs to accomplish his goal, he believes Carole might be the one to help him. Will it work? Will it lead to more? Each visit to the village of Cressmouth, the town that honors Christmas year round, is full of fun and romance. Dukes, Actually is no exception. This is a quick, entertaining story with likeable, engaging characters, lots of humor, and a few surprises. Adam and Carole are a great hero and heroine, and there is a delightful cast of secondary characters. I especially liked Judith and Swinton and enjoyed their budding romance. Dukes, Actually is an awesome addition to The Dukes of Christmas series. I recommend this one. You have to read it and find out why Adam sees five golden rings every where he sees Carole. I love Swinton’s answer.