However, Genevieve is not the naive victim he expects. Preoccupied with her own heartbreak over her lifelong crush, Harry, she quickly uncovers the Duke's motives. The two enter a complicated "partnership" where Alex pretends to court her to make Harry jealous, while Genevieve provides him the proximity he needs for his revenge.
Considered one of the most iconic entries in Julie Anne Long’s series, What I Did for a Duke is a masterclass in the "revenge-turned-romance" trope. The novel is frequently praised by reviewers on sites like All About Romance and The Romance Dish for its electric banter, mature character development, and emotionally charged slow burn. Plot Overview
The novel is anchored by a significant , with Genevieve (20) and Alex (nearly 40) finding themselves surprisingly well-matched in intellect and wit. What I Did for a Duke (Pennyroyal Green Series #5)
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