He is the Killer Duke, accused of murdering Mara Lowe on the eve of her wedding. IsPublicPerformanceAllowed False languages The last twist in the epilogue regarding Chase's identity comes as quite a surprise and I look forward to reading the final book.OverDrive Product Record readingOrder 3 images In sum, No Good Duke Goes Unpunished is an enjoyable addition to the series even though the romantic elements do not live up to their full potential. The minor secondary plot involving Mara's dissolute brother adds some suspense to the storyline, but is woefully underdeveloped and the resolution is rater disappointing. Unfortunately, their verbal chemistry does not extend to the physical and their sexual tension remains unfulfilled as the love scenes are lukewarm and perfunctory.
Temple and Mara's battle of wits and words as they each attempt to get the upper hand in their "negotiations" is absorbing. Although her deceptive and destructive actions in the past should make the reader despise her, MacLean manages to evoke sympathy and understanding for a woman who felt she had no other choice, and now vows to atone for her deeds. Temple is an absolute stunner and slots into all of my favorite hero types - a scarred, tortured giant of a man brought to his knees by a woman (in more ways than one).
Furious at Mara's deception, Temple, nevertheless, finds himself irresistibly drawn to her and will have to decide whether vengeance is worth the price.Īn well-written tale of betrayal and vengeance with an incredible hero and a sympathetic heroine, but there is something missing from the romance. Now, 12 years later, Temple finally gets his chance when Mara resurfaces to offer him a trade - absolution in return for her brother's gambling debt. Accused of murder and labeled "The Killer Duke", Temple would give anything to remember the events of the fateful night he was discovered covered in the blood of Mara Lowe. William "Temple" Harrow, Duke of Lamont, has a reputation for violence both in and out of the boxing ring.
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