A Scot to the Heart: Desperately Seeking Duke

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The second book in the clever, sexy Desperately Seeking Duke series from USA Today bestselling and RITA award-winning author Caroline Linden. An Officer and a Scotsman Captain Andrew St. James always knew he came from a noble family, but his branch grew far from the wealth and status. Nothing shocks him more than learning that he now stands as heir presumptive to his distant cousin the Duke of Carlyle. There is much for Drew to learn and adjust to-but first he goes home to Edinburgh, to tell his mother and three sisters of their startling good fortune. A Lady and a Temptress Ilsa Ramsay yearns for some adventure and fun, not another husband. When she discovers the handsome soldier who sweeps her off her feet for a rollicking dance is her friend's brother, soon to be an English duke, she tells herself he's not for her, no matter how tempting he is. But one impulsive kiss, then another, and another... says otherwise. An Irresistible Attraction Drew means to marry a respectable, dignified Englishwoman-a very proper future duchess. The spirited Ilsa is none of that. Still, when she's caught in a dangerous scandal, he leaps to her aid without hesitation. And neither family duty nor future obligation can make them ignore what's in both their hearts.

Caroline Linden was born a reader, not a writer. She earned a math degree from Harvard University and wrote computer software before turning to writing fiction. Twelve years, sixteen books, three Red Sox championships, and one dog later, she has never been happier with her decision. Her books have won the NEC Reader's Choice Beanpot Award, the Daphne du Maurier Award, the NJRW Golden Leaf award, and RWA's RITA(R) Award. Since she never won any prizes in math, she takes this as a sign that her decision was also a smart one. Visit her online at www.CarolineLinden.com.

"This swift-moving story has a strong heroine in Ilsa, who is resolute in her quest for happiness. Historical romance fans will adore this sparkling love story." - Publishers Weekly "Everything I want in a book!" - Julia Quinn on About a Rogue "Linden (An Earl Like Me) begins her 'Desperately Seeking Duke' series with a beautifully written, sensual tale that combines slow-burn heat, witty enemies-to-lovers banter, and lush details of Bianca's career." - Library Journal on About a Rogue "A marriage of convenience becomes more...Warmly satisfying." - BookPage (starred review) on About a Rogue "Readers will love this fresh take on a classic plot. The distinctive setting and engaging characters are delightful while the Taming of the Shrew aspects of Bianca and Maximilian's relationship provide tart, insightful dialogue." - Shelf Awareness on About a Rogue "[A] well crafted, enjoyable and entertaining historical romance with a unique plot... one I'm happy to recommend." - Harlequin Junkie on About a Rogue