The Duchess

Valencia, the Dowager Duchess of Dedham, finally escaped the clutches of her callous husband when he died the previous year. Only one thing could hinder her newfound independence: the new duke. When uncouth and unkempt Rhain arrives from Wales with a half-dozen unmarried sisters in tow, it is clear they have no clue how to navigate society. Valencia agrees to be their guide in exchange for the money she needs to continue living in London. Living with Rhain, however, soon inspires Valencia to seek satisfaction for more sensual needs as well. Jordan continues her “Scandalous Ladies of London” series (after The Duke Starts a Scandal) with a novel that offers a mature consideration of the grim challenges faced by women in Regency England’s society. Narrator Mary Jane Wells gives an engaging, expressive performance of this dramatic story. From thrilling to thoughtful, she expertly captures every moment, yielding an absorbing listening experience.