--- product_id: 110297578 title: "The Day of the Duchess: A Witty Second Chance Regency Romance – Third Book in the Scandal & Scoundrel Series" price: "FREE" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/110297578-the-day-of-the-duchess-a-witty-second-chance-regency store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # The Day of the Duchess: A Witty Second Chance Regency Romance – Third Book in the Scandal & Scoundrel Series **Price:** FREE **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Day of the Duchess: A Witty Second Chance Regency Romance – Third Book in the Scandal & Scoundrel Series - **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/110297578-the-day-of-the-duchess-a-witty-second-chance-regency) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description An Entertainment Weekly Best Book of the Summer! An desertcart Best Romance of July! An iBooks Best Romance of June! The one woman he will never forget... Malcolm Bevingstoke, Duke of Haven, has lived the last three years in self-imposed solitude, paying the price for a mistake he can never reverse and a love he lost forever. The dukedom does not wait, however, and Haven requires an heir, which means he must find himself a wife by summer's end. There is only one problem--he already has one. The one man she will never forgive... After years in exile, Seraphina, Duchess of Haven, returns to London with a single goal--to reclaim the life she left and find happiness, unencumbered by the man who broke her heart. Haven offers her a deal; Sera can have her freedom, just as soon as she finds her replacement...which requires her to spend the summer in close quarters with the husband she does not want, but somehow cannot resist. A love neither can deny... The duke has a single summer to woo his wife and convince her that, despite their broken past, he can give her forever, making every day... THE DAY OF THE DUCHESS Review: One of her best - I have come quite late to the MacLeaniverse but I've enjoyed every one of her books to a greater or lesser degree. So this may not be the most timely review but I hope it convinces someone to read this book. This book may be my favorite, or at least top 3 of all Maclean's novels. The love scenes are nice but not the spiciest (for that you'll definitely want to check out the Hell's Belles series, especially Sesilys story), but the characters are so complex and their stories so relevant. For a lot of books in this genre, including many of Maclean's, you don't see much of the characters' love story beyond the meet cute and honeymoon stages. But this book is very different and the love story starts off in such a dark and hard place; they have to work their way back to each other. It feels so achingly relevant to those of us in long term relationships where you inevitably find ways to hurt the person you love the most, often unintentionally, but you have to figure out a way to fight for each other. And to let go of your own anger and hurt. There's a lot of heavy emotions in this book but it gave it such resonance and weight, which I don't normally get from other historical romances. I got very invested in their story as a result of how real their relationship felt on the page. I loved how much of the book involved scenes with the whole Talbot sister group. Their dialogue and teasing was often laugh out loud funny, and left me wanting more of the Dangerous Daughters. I enjoyed the setup for Sesily's love story in the Hell's Belles series, and I enjoyed the epilogue more than most that I've read in this genre. Maybe because I was so invested in the characters by that point. I still can't believe how much I liked this book given the setup for the hero in a prior book made him seem like the absolute worst, but the redemption arc was very rewarding. I'll definitely be reading this one again in the future. Side note: for those coming to Maclean's books without a lot of direction, like I did, it's really best to read them in publication order. It's not absolutely necessary, as I did not read them in order, though in hindsight I wish I had. I didn't realize that so many of her characters are recurring and come back later for their own stories. I often had the suspicion that a cameo character was from one of her other series but since I hadn't read those books yet I wasn't really getting the full context. Wish I had known that going in, but otherwise no regrets reading my way through her whole catalog. MacLean is a talented writer and I've really enjoyed the world building and crossover characters now that I know what to expect. Review: Emotionally draining and rather long, but the ending makes it worthwhile - Actually, this is somewhere between 3 1/2 and 4 stars for me. I got this and then put off reading it for a while (which is not like me). I had a feeling that this would be a difficult book to read and I was right. This story was emotionally draining. It is long, about 390 pages, and the first 330 pages were mostly the angst of the main characters and the revisits to the past that explain the angst. After a while it did get a little tough to read. You wanted to just shake the heroine and say, "Yes, you were hurt, but so was he, and at least he admits he was wrong and is trying to fix it." She keeps ignoring that fact and stating that it is too bad that they cannot just go on from this new point. After finishing this book, I had to go back and reread one of my favorite funny historical romances, Ravished by Amanda Quick, to put me back in a better place. But perhaps this is a strength of the book. It was not written to be a happy, or funny, historical romance, but a thoughtful one. That being said, the storyline was interesting (if draining), the hero is great as a "reformed bad guy" from previous books in the series. The sisters are as funny as ever. The information about how divorce was granted in those days was eye-opening. The pace was very slow and we did seem to move back and forth a lot in time to explain the reasons for everything. I will say that I LOVED the ending. How the hero handled everything at the end showed that he truly loved her and wanted what was best for her. The epilogue and those final scenes made the whole book worthwhile in my opinion. So I guess you will have to try it and see for yourself. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #81,042 in Kindle Store ( See Top 100 in Kindle Store ) #127 in Scottish Historical Romance (Books) #337 in Scottish Historical Romance (Kindle Store) #369 in 20th Century Historical Romance eBooks | ## Images ![The Day of the Duchess: A Witty Second Chance Regency Romance – Third Book in the Scandal & Scoundrel Series - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/910CRYF08LL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of her best *by D***N on April 24, 2024* I have come quite late to the MacLeaniverse but I've enjoyed every one of her books to a greater or lesser degree. So this may not be the most timely review but I hope it convinces someone to read this book. This book may be my favorite, or at least top 3 of all Maclean's novels. The love scenes are nice but not the spiciest (for that you'll definitely want to check out the Hell's Belles series, especially Sesilys story), but the characters are so complex and their stories so relevant. For a lot of books in this genre, including many of Maclean's, you don't see much of the characters' love story beyond the meet cute and honeymoon stages. But this book is very different and the love story starts off in such a dark and hard place; they have to work their way back to each other. It feels so achingly relevant to those of us in long term relationships where you inevitably find ways to hurt the person you love the most, often unintentionally, but you have to figure out a way to fight for each other. And to let go of your own anger and hurt. There's a lot of heavy emotions in this book but it gave it such resonance and weight, which I don't normally get from other historical romances. I got very invested in their story as a result of how real their relationship felt on the page. I loved how much of the book involved scenes with the whole Talbot sister group. Their dialogue and teasing was often laugh out loud funny, and left me wanting more of the Dangerous Daughters. I enjoyed the setup for Sesily's love story in the Hell's Belles series, and I enjoyed the epilogue more than most that I've read in this genre. Maybe because I was so invested in the characters by that point. I still can't believe how much I liked this book given the setup for the hero in a prior book made him seem like the absolute worst, but the redemption arc was very rewarding. I'll definitely be reading this one again in the future. Side note: for those coming to Maclean's books without a lot of direction, like I did, it's really best to read them in publication order. It's not absolutely necessary, as I did not read them in order, though in hindsight I wish I had. I didn't realize that so many of her characters are recurring and come back later for their own stories. I often had the suspicion that a cameo character was from one of her other series but since I hadn't read those books yet I wasn't really getting the full context. Wish I had known that going in, but otherwise no regrets reading my way through her whole catalog. MacLean is a talented writer and I've really enjoyed the world building and crossover characters now that I know what to expect. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Emotionally draining and rather long, but the ending makes it worthwhile *by R***R on September 23, 2017* Actually, this is somewhere between 3 1/2 and 4 stars for me. I got this and then put off reading it for a while (which is not like me). I had a feeling that this would be a difficult book to read and I was right. This story was emotionally draining. It is long, about 390 pages, and the first 330 pages were mostly the angst of the main characters and the revisits to the past that explain the angst. After a while it did get a little tough to read. You wanted to just shake the heroine and say, "Yes, you were hurt, but so was he, and at least he admits he was wrong and is trying to fix it." She keeps ignoring that fact and stating that it is too bad that they cannot just go on from this new point. After finishing this book, I had to go back and reread one of my favorite funny historical romances, Ravished by Amanda Quick, to put me back in a better place. But perhaps this is a strength of the book. It was not written to be a happy, or funny, historical romance, but a thoughtful one. That being said, the storyline was interesting (if draining), the hero is great as a "reformed bad guy" from previous books in the series. The sisters are as funny as ever. The information about how divorce was granted in those days was eye-opening. The pace was very slow and we did seem to move back and forth a lot in time to explain the reasons for everything. I will say that I LOVED the ending. How the hero handled everything at the end showed that he truly loved her and wanted what was best for her. The epilogue and those final scenes made the whole book worthwhile in my opinion. So I guess you will have to try it and see for yourself. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Redemption, Forgiveness, Hope *by S***M on July 4, 2017* "I am Seraphina Bevingstone, Duchess of Haven. And I require a divorce." "The only woman he'd ever loved. The only woman he'd ever hated." FINAL DECISION: Fabulous. The villain of the first book becomes a hero and the woman he wronged becomes a strong, independent woman who makes him pay for being an ass. The book just works on so many levels, but a reader has to be willing to give the jerk a chance. THE STORY: Seraphina and Malcolm Bevingstoke, the Duchess and Duke of Haven, have been apart for over three years. Mal viciously sent Sera away when he discovered that she planned to have them found in a compromising situation in order to force their marriage. Now Sera has returned demanding a divorce. Mal has promised her the divorce she wants if she helps him find her replacement. The two are to spend the summer together, but Mal has no intention of finding a new wife when he has finally gotten the one he wants to return to him. OPINION: This is a powerful and angst filled book. There is no easy road for these characters who are complex and not always the easiest to cheer on. This book is not for everyone. Before this book even begins, readers of the series know that Haven has been unfaithful. Caught in the act, he was pushed into a fish pond by his sister-in-law (kicking off the events in A ROGUE NOT TAKEN). I will be honest with you friends. There is no mistake, no wishy washy out, no hidden secret to take away that truth. The hero of this book was unfaithful to the heroine after they had met, fallen in love and married. For some readers, that might be a deal breaker which turns them away from this book, but I hope not. This book deserves a chance because the reality is rich and complex and the journey difficult and worthwhile. The reality of what happened between Mal and Sera in the past is dark and nuanced and has an explanation. Not an excuse, not a justification, but an explanation and an understanding. There is no justification for Mal's actions and, in truth, he doesn't seem to want to justify his past actions. The question this book is interested in is different. Is there a way forward in a relationship where the foundation was intertwined with lies and deceit and betrayal? The structure of this book interweaves the past and the present. Beautifully conceived, the very structure and form serves to tell the entire story of Mal and Sera but also clearly demonstrates how the past haunts these characters. Their obstacle is the past which is both horrible and beautiful in parts. I find myself most satisfied by books that delve deeply into the emotional life of the characters and MacLean is a master of this type of story. Can these characters understand and accept the past and move forward? Is it even possible for forgive the past which will never be forgotten? For that is at the heart of the conflict. Sera and Mal will never be able to forget the past. They can only accept is and decide if they love one another enough to be willing to build a future together. This was a difficult book for me. I finished it a week ago and knew that I would give it a 5 star review, but I didn't know how to approach the review. I needed to let the story and the characters settle with me. I ultimately loved this book because the conflict these characters have is real and genuine and seemingly insurmountable. But that is also its beauty. They can move forward, they can love one another again in a better and more honest way. Perhaps that is what I most like about this book. Flawed and damaged people also can find love and are entitled to their happy endings -- even if they have done terrible things, even if they have made mistakes and are not perfect. Isn't that hope for all of us? WORTH MENTIONING: Spoiler! Spoiler! Content Warning! There is a miscarriage depicted in this book for those who might be sensitive to the content. CONNECTED BOOKS: THE DAY OF THE DUCHESS is the third book in the Scandal & Scoundrel series. While this story is independent of the others of the series, Mal and Sera's story is part of both of the prior books in the series. This book is just better if you have read the others (especially A ROGUE NOT TAKEN). 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