What a Wicked Earl Wants (34 page)

How to Marry a Duke

How to Seduce a Scoundrel

How to Ravish a Rake

A Season for Sin
(an e-novella)

“A master of the genre.”

—
Library Journal

“
A Season for Sin
is a short but sweet glimpse into Vicky Dreiling’s new series. Filled with intrigue and seduction, readers are sure to enjoy this treat and the prospects of what’s to come.”

—FreshFiction.com

“True to Vicky’s style, this short has it all…will lead you straight to the bookstore for the next round.”

—TheSeasonforRomance.com

“A delectable teaser…absolutely delicious.”

—RomanceJunkiesReviews.com
 

“Dreiling secures her reputation as a writer of charming, matchmaking romances with engaging characters…her cast of quirky, unconventional characters sets her stories apart. Fans of marriage-of-convenience love stories have a treat.”

—
RT Book Reviews

“Vicky Dreiling is fast becoming an absolute must-buy for Regency fans. Her voice in writing is crisp, clean, and delightfully refreshing. Her characters are lovable; even when they are bad and flawed they are good…this story is a guaranteed delectable indulgence!”

—
Affaire de Coeur

“Five stars! A fast-paced historical romance filled with humor and passion…Packed with a delectable plot, charming characters, clever banter, humor, scandal, and lots of love, this story is a winner…I highly recommend this book and look forward to reading more of this very talented author’s works.”

—RomanceJunkiesReviews.com
 

“
How to Ravish a Rake
is a true treasure…Ms. Dreiling knows how to weave wit with a serious story. I have read all three of the ‘Courtship Capers’ and can honestly say each one gets better…A must read!”

—MyBookAddictionReviews.com
 

“Dreiling has quickly taken over the #1 spot on my list of favorite historical romance authors. She pairs smart and fun dialogue with well-developed characters and premises unique to the historical romance genre. When picking up one of her novels I know it will be unlike anything else I have ever read…[This] just might be her best novel yet.”

—FictionEnthusiast.com
 

“Regency matchmaking, rakes, rogues, innocence, and scandal: oh what fun! Dreiling knows how to combine these ingredients into a delightfully delicious, wickedly witty slice of reading pleasure.”

—
RT Book Reviews

“5 stars! A fun and witty tale between two very strong characters…Vicky Dreiling has done an excellent job telling a character-driven story, but has kept it light-hearted enough to make it fun…I’m eager to read Book One now and will look forward to Book Three when it is released. I definitely recommend this one to any romance novel fan.”

—TheRomanceReader.com

“5 stars! This was an enchanting tale that had me grinning from ear to ear. The chemistry between Marc and Julianne was flammable and only needed a spark to set it off.”

—SeducedbyaBook.com

“The scenes between Julianne and Hawk are lots of fun; they have great physical chemistry and razor-sharp dialogue…I hope Ms. Dreiling’s next Regency romance features one of Julianne’s friends, as I’d like to revisit these characters again. If you like historical romance, I recommend
How to Seduce a Scoundrel
.”

—NightOwlRomance.com

“In her lively debut novel, Vicky Dreiling has penned a fresh, engaging take on Regency matchmaking that brims with clever wit and repartee. I found myself smiling and laughing out loud on numerous occasions. Here’s hoping for more of this promising new author’s historical romances!”

—Nicole Jordan,
New York Times
bestselling author

“An enchanting debut, full of humor and heart!”

—Madeline Hunter,
New York Times
bestselling author

“Vicky Dreiling delivers a tale chock-full of warmth, wit, and tenderness. She’s sure to please readers everywhere!”

—Samantha James,
New York Times
bestselling author

“Sexy, fresh, and witty…A delicious read! Better than chocolate! Vicky Dreiling is an author to watch!”

—Sophie Jordan,
New York Times
bestselling author

“A terrific romp of a read!…Vicky is a bright new voice in romance.”

—Sarah MacLean,
New York Times
bestselling author

“Dreiling’s delightful debut combines the rituals of Regency courtship with TV’s
The Bachelor
…The inherent charm of the characters (especially the dowager duchess) keeps the pages flying until the surprising conclusion. Dreiling is definitely a newcomer to watch.”

—
RT Book Reviews

“Engaging…charming…the cast is solid as they bring humor, shenanigans, and deportment, but the tale belongs to the duke and his matchmaker.”

—
Midwest Book Review

“This is a wonderful story with characters who are rich in depth…Vicky Dreiling is definitely an author I want to read more of…
How to Marry a Duke
is a great start to her career.”

—TheRomanceReader.com

“A witty, nourishing romp of a romance…impossible to put down…Dreiling mesmerizes as she brings an era to life. She fills the pages with laughter, sensuality, and charm.
How to Marry a Duke
is an irresistible ride re
ader
s will return to again and again.”

—Examiner.com

“If you are looking for an enjoyable read that is pure entertainment, then
How to Marry a Duke
is it.”

—TheRomanceReadersConnection.com

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Title Page
Welcome
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Chapter One
Chapter Two
Chapter Three
Chapter Four
Chapter Five
Chapter Six
Chapter Seven
Chapter Eight
Chapter Nine
Chapter Ten
Chapter Eleven
Chapter Twelve
Chapter Thirteen
Chapter Fourteen
Chapter Fifteen
Chapter Sixteen
Chapter Seventeen
Chapter Eighteen
Chapter Nineteen
Epilogue
A Preview of
What a Reckless Rogue Needs
The Dish
Also by Vicky Dreiling
Glowing Praise for Vicky Dreiling’s Novels
Newsletters
Copyright