By all accounts, Simon Basset was about to propose to his best friend's sister, the most charming girl on the brink of spinsterhood – Daphne Bridgerton. But both know the truth – it's simply an elaborate plan to keep Simon away from marriage-minded mothers. As for Daphne, she would definitely attract some worthy suitors now that the Duke has shown interest in her.

However, as she waltzes with Simon from one ballroom to another, it becomes hard to remember that their courtship is just a clever ruse. Maybe it was his devilish smile, or the way his eyes burned with longing every time he looked at her. More importantly, Daphne found herself truly falling in love with the handsome Duke. Now she must do the impossible and convince the charming trickster that their clever scheme deserves a minor adjustment, for nothing makes more sense than falling in real love.

“The Duke and I is a story about overcoming the shadows of the past, learning to love oneself, and selflessness. These themes are as timeless as humanity itself. Personally, reading 'The Duke and I' made me live a fantasy woven from the Regency era (1811 – 1820) where the Duke is a young, handsome, and charismatic figure, a period which truly had over 28 dukes.”