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The Duke

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Call no.
: EF 813.6/FOL
Author
: Gaelen Foley
Contributor
: Nur Asikin Binti Ahmad
Summary
Set in Regency-era England, The Duke follows Robert Knight, the Duke of Hawkscliffe, a man known for his strong sense of honour. Driven by the need to uncover the truth behind his fiancée's mysterious death, Robert risks his reputation by forging a scandalous relationship with Belinda Hamilton, one of London’s most captivating courtesans. Once a woman of high standing, Belinda turned to a life of courtesanship after a traumatic past. She agrees to pretend to be Robert's mistress to help him in his search for justice. As their partnership deepens, so does their undeniable attraction, but their growing feelings are complicated by society’s expectations and their hidden secrets. This novel weaves a story of love, redemption, and the courage to defy societal conventions, with Robert and Belinda finding strength and solace in each other despite the constraints of their world.