A Most Unusual Duke by Susanna Allen

A Most Unusual Duke (Shapeshifters of the Beau Monde #2) by Susanna Allen

Release: December 28, 2021
Format: Paperback, eBook, Audiobook
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Source: Rockstar Book Tours
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The Duke said he’d never get married.

The Prince Regent insists his cousin and fellow bear shifter, Arthur Humphries, the Duke of Osborn, take a mate to ensure the continuation of their species. After all, Arthur is an Alpha, so he must set a good example. The duke would very much prefer to continue his comfortable bachelor lifestyle. But the Prince Regent is not a bear to be poked.

Beatrice, the widowed Marchioness of Castleton, is in possession of a powerful secret. She knows all about Shifters, her horrible late husband being one of them. At any moment, Beatrice could reveal the secrets of the Prince and those like him, unless the Prince can make sure she marries another Shifter.

A marriage between the Duke of Osborn and Beatrice is far from ideal for either one, but at least they won’t fall in love right?

Witty, fantastical, and entirely unique, A Most Unusual Duke is perfect for readers looking for:

A delicious Regency romp with a paranormal twist, A devilishly handsome Alpha hero , A marriage of convenience, A magical world to sink your teeth into.

About the Author:

Susanna Allen moved to Ireland for twelve months in 1998. She gained a Master of Philosophy in Irish Theatre Studies from the Samuel Beckett Centre, Trinity College. Then she embarked on a career in theatre criticism. Finally she moved into feature writing on all things cultural, as well as lifestyle oriented subjects for major Irish titles across newsprint and magazines.

She is the author of Drama Queen and The Fidelity Project, both published by Headline UK, and the soon to be republished That Magic Mischief. Her memoir, Many Brave Fools: A Story of Addiction, Dysfunction, Codependency and Horses is published by Trafalgar Square Books. It recounts the growth and insights she acquired after having taken up horse riding as an adult, post divorce.

Susan is living her life by reading, writing and horseback riding. She can generally be found on her sofa with her e-reader, gazing out a window and thinking about made up people; or cantering around in circles. She loves every minute of it!

A Most Unusual Duke Review:

From wolves to bears, “A Most Unusual Duke” is a sweet, historical paranormal romance that I liked reading.

I enjoyed this book much better than the first book. I liked Beatrice and Arthur in the lead and thought the author did a nice role reversal from Felicity and Alfred from the first book. Arthur is timid compared to Alfred, and Beatrice is more confident and confident than Felicity. When they get married by convenience, I wondered how their dynamics would be together. The author progresses their romance nicely where you root for both the characters to see how similar they are and want them to get together. My favorite moments in the tale are when they get married, and Beatrice considers the potential to restore Arcadia, or when Arthur notices his feelings for Beatrice and wants to protect her.

Moreover, I enjoyed the sense of wholesomeness in the story, especially when Ursella, Charlotte, Ben, and the others enter the picture and the drama it pursues. The children (cubs) brought a sense of family to the tale, and I liked the large cast. At the same time, the author also adds the sizzling romance between Arthur and Beatrice. There is excitement in the plot towards the end, making the characters from the previous book come together. It was also lovely to see Bates, Alfred, O-Mara, and Felicity appear. On a side note, I also like how we get a sense of the bigger picture of the clan with the Alpha, Bela, Gamma, and Omegas.

Overall, “A Most Unusual Duke” is a charming continuation of the “Shapeshifters of the Beau Monde” series, and I wonder how the next book will proceed.

Giveaway Details:

2 winners will receive a finished copy of A MOST UNUSUAL DUKE, US Only.

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