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A Governess for the Brooding Duke: A Historical Regency Romance Book Kindle Edition

by Bridget Barton (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 4,963 ratings

Introducing the "A Governess for the Brooding Duke" Novel - Discover NOW The New Regency Romance Book by Bridget Barton!


Lovely - Romantic - Exciting!


When Georgette Darrington’s father dies suddenly and with serious debts, she imagines things cannot get any worse. But when her attorney tells her that the family home must be sold to pay the debts, leaving her penniless and without a home, her only choice is to become a governess.

In no time at all, Georgette finds herself in the grand mansion of the Duke of Draycott, teaching his delightful, orphaned nieces. But, the more time Georgette spends with the little girls, the more she realizes they are missing their home and life in Wales, not to mention their own language. Georgette must find a way to convince the Duke to take an interest in the girls’ lives, and she must also find a way to keep their native language alive despite his determined instructions to the contrary.

As the tragic tale of the Duke’s sister and her forbidden love unfolds, Georgette must struggle with the deprivations of her lowered status, not to mention the spiteful plots and schemes of a jealous housekeeper and nurse. As her loneliness threatens to overwhelm her, Georgette must find a way put the splintered family back together, even as she battles her own feelings of love for the handsome, taciturn Duke.

"A Governess for the Brooding Duke" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

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"A wonderfully written book of the power of love, forgiveness and the healing of a family. I found myself reading late into the night as I couldn't put this book down from the minute I picked it up. It even had me crying at one point."- Rabbit, Amazon review

"Period appropriate, well-developed characters who grow in a meaningful way over the course of the book, a romance that percolates slowly to perfection, strong emotional issues that are dealt with, rags to riches, and pretty much every other theme you'd want, all beautifully tied together in a perfect plot."- The Mysterious Amazon Customer, Amazon review

"One minute I laughed the next cried, I hated the duke and the next minute loved him. I truly loved this book, the story and the writing are great!"- Kelly B, Amazon review

"Oh how grief can turn our lives upside down and leave us confused and heartbroken. Loving another person unconditionally takes its toll when that person learns to share that love with another. Can the Duke ever forgive Josephine or himself? Will Georgette ever be able to help him? Will she one day be able to let the Duke know that she has fallen in love with him?"- Cinderella 7, Amazon review

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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 10, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.8 MB
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Meet Bridget Barton, a wordsmith hailing from the bustling streets of Bath, England. She is a connoisseur of historical romance, and her fascination with the Regency era knows no bounds.

Bridget's journey into the world of writing began when she discovered a cache of old love letters in her grandmother's attic. These letters, steeped in romance and longing, ignited her imagination and sparked a lifelong passion for storytelling.

When she's not crafting tales of love and intrigue, Bridget enjoys exploring the charming streets of Bath, finding inspiration in its Georgian architecture and lush gardens.

Embark on a journey with Bridget as she invites you to a world where love blooms amidst the elegance of the Regency era. In her novels, every stolen glance, every hidden feeling, and every whispered promise lead to a happily ever after that transcends time.

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Customers enjoy this Regency romance for its captivating storyline and refreshing writing style that draws readers in. The characters are well-developed, particularly the heroine who is quite endearing, and the book features beautiful descriptions of landscapes. Customers appreciate the portrayal of strong-willed women, with one review highlighting the Duke's formidable nature. While some customers find it a fast read, others mention it starts out a little slow.

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307 customers mention "Story quality"282 positive25 negative

Customers enjoy this Regency romance book, finding it a joy to read and keeping their interest throughout the story. One customer describes it as a moving narrative with a happy ending.

"...The Governess was young, sweet, smart, and penniless. If she didn't find a job before her late father's house sold she would have nowhere to go...." Read more

"This book was captivating. I love a book that is a little off the norm. Georgette and Hamilton have a tumultuous relationship...." Read more

"...I did enjoy the story as far as the little girls went. The author did a great job of portraying them as four years old and kept them in character...." Read more

"...Aunt Cynthia is strong and supportive. The plot is straightforward with few twists or surprises and the story ends with an epilogue that will have..." Read more

115 customers mention "Readability"84 positive31 negative

Customers find the book wonderfully written and easy to read, with beautiful descriptions that draw readers in.

"...It's well written, entertaining and a clean read. In other words...no graphic sex scenes which I find refreshing...." Read more

"...The lovely descriptions in this book make me want to plan a trip to Wales!..." Read more

"...The book was well written and descriptive with characters that are well fleshed out. This was a sweet read that I can recommend to all...." Read more

"...I really enjoyed the story; it was a little bit formulaic but I expected it to be...." Read more

84 customers mention "Character development"72 positive12 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting how the main characters grow throughout the story and how their humor and endearing qualities make them engaging.

"...I felt bad for him on more than one occasion. It lent his character some vulnerability and showed that he wasn't always a stoic...." Read more

"...The other characters in the story are great in their roles. The villains are villainous. The little girls are delightful and sweet...." Read more

"...Ms. Barton has delivered a book with engaging characters and a well written story. I felt both Georgette and Hamilton's pain...." Read more

"...This book reflects the emotional depth and complexity of the characters...." Read more

51 customers mention "Enjoyment"51 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable, keeping them engaged until the very end and making them both laugh and cry.

"This book was certainly a clean, sweet surprise. The Governess was young, sweet, smart, and penniless...." Read more

"This is such a wonderful and delightful book. I loved it. After the death of her father, Georgette learns that she is now penniless...." Read more

"...It's well written, entertaining and a clean read. In other words...no graphic sex scenes which I find refreshing...." Read more

"...They are fun, entertaining, a treat on a holiday or a day you just want to be lazy and indulge, maybe dream a little. A perfect alternative to TV." Read more

28 customers mention "Beauty"28 positive0 negative

Customers find the book beautiful, describing it as lovely and endearing, with one customer noting its vivid descriptions of skies and landscapes.

"...recipient, but as usual Ms. Georgette handle things with style and finesse, believe you me I wanted at times to box his Lordship ears, to knock some..." Read more

"...any editing problems, the author really likes describing beautiful skies and landscapes which I didn't think really added to the story...." Read more

"...We get to meet two adorable Welsh girls that will melt your heart. They certainly melted Georgette's...." Read more

"...The heroine, Miss Georgette Darrington, was mildly compelling - pretty, kind, and compassionate...." Read more

23 customers mention "Sadness"19 positive4 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, with several mentioning it made them cry for sadness, and one customer highlighting the heartbreak of losing a parent.

"...It is about determination, courage, kindness and love; it is also about forgiveness...." Read more

"...Georgette Darrington, was mildly compelling - pretty, kind, and compassionate...." Read more

"This was a great read. The heartbreak of losing a parent, the realization of life changing circumstances, and an opportunity that you cannot pass up..." Read more

"...I loved this story. It's a sweet love story that also brought me to tears as they work through past tragedies and lost opportunities to find present..." Read more

21 customers mention "Strength"21 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the strength of the characters in the book, particularly noting the masterful portrayal of strong-willed women and the courageous heroine.

"...The little girls are delightful and sweet. Aunt Cynthia is strong and supportive...." Read more

"...It is about determination, courage, kindness and love; it is also about forgiveness...." Read more

"...I admired her for her kindness and bravery in standing up to all the unpleasantness that she was exposed to...." Read more

"...The tenacity of women in this era is amazing...." Read more

22 customers mention "Pace"15 positive7 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pace of the book, with some finding it a fast read that they could finish in one sitting, while others note that it started out a little slow.

"...I was able to read through it with ease...." Read more

"A good book. Read it in one night. Easy read with some fun characters...." Read more

"...Overall, a sweet story but too simple, slow, and bland for me." Read more

"...It made for a nice change of pace." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Cherry A. London
    5.0 out of 5 stars Although Georgette never set out to fall in love that damnable cupid came calling all the same and ...
    Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2017
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    This duke Draycott is an a--, an overstarched zealot, but no matter Ms. Georgette Darrington was certainly no shrinking lily and she was more than able to handle such a challenge. The Duke’s whole household was controlled by the three bullies the Butler, the Housekeeper and the Nurse, imagine bullying two four-year-old and constantly bringing them to tears, what a shame and disgrace, Georgette made sure they didn’t get away with their peevishness. After their petty bullying tactics didn’t work on her, they then seek to report her to the Duke her employer, what a bunch of losers but they soon learn the error of their ways. Although Georgette never set out to fall in love that damnable cupid came calling all the same and what an unlikely recipient, but as usual Ms. Georgette handle things with style and finesse, believe you me I wanted at times to box his Lordship ears, to knock some sense into him but everything worked out even though it was not easy having being fired from her post and all that took place, I’m going to expand any further, you just get a copy read it and see what wicked things the three bullies got up to and if I was too harsh on the Duke.
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  • Pat. H
    4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story of Governess teaching self absorbed Duke to love
    Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2017
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    This book was certainly a clean, sweet surprise. The Governess was young, sweet, smart, and penniless. If she didn't find a job before her late father's house sold she would have nowhere to go. Fortunately for her the employment service has one opening; the last three governesses all left after a short time and the agent recognized it had become a difficult position to fill. It was just what she needed.

    The Duke was certainly brooding. He was so filled with anger and guilt he couldn't handle one more problem. It was to the point where new staff (such as governesses) were not allowed to complain about anything the other household staff did, and if they did they were more likely to be fired than have the staff problems fixed.

    Then there are the two sweet little girls, twins of about 4 years old, who are caught in the middle. They had seen so many governesses leave that they were afraid to trust a new one because she could be gone any day. The Duke could't even look at them because they looked so much like their mother, and when they talked they had such heavy Welsh accents he couldn't stand to hear it. The governess was supposed to see to it they developed proper English accents or they were not allowed to talk at all. The household staff bullied them and told them they were awful children if they didn't speak "right", and they are terrified of their uncle, the Duke.

    Somehow this situation has to be fixed and the new governess, Georgette, is the right woman to do it. If only she can figure out how!

    I really enjoyed the story; it was a little bit formulaic but I expected it to be. I don't remember any editing problems, the author really likes describing beautiful skies and landscapes which I didn't think really added to the story. The writing at the beginning of the story seemed to me to be rather simple so I thought maybe this was the author's first book, but it got more interesting as the story progressed. Overall I liked the story very much.
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  • Toyotasue50
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love
    Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2023
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    This book was captivating. I love a book that is a little off the norm. Georgette and Hamilton have a tumultuous relationship. Going in circles only to end up where they started. His twin nieces were the source of their problems or so you think but in reality is guilt and hurt for his prior behavior. Will they find a way out of this…. Of course but how will they manage it? Lovely read!
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  • K. Hudecek
    3.0 out of 5 stars I didn't hate it, but didn't love it, either
    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2017
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    You may have heard the saying, "Adverbs can kill a good book." It can and it did. I don't think I've ever read a book with so many instances of "quite" and "rather". These two words were used so often and seemed to be so arbitrarily used, that it often took away the meaning of the sentence and made for awkward reading. Not to mention that it got irritating.

    The story had a ton of potential. Georgette has lost her standing in society due to her father's lack of control at the gaming tables. He has died, she's lost everything, and is relegated to becoming a governess to a set of twin girls for a duke that has no love for them at all. He has no contact with the girls other than to ride in the carriage to church with them on Sundays. He's forbidden them to speak around him because of their Welsh accents and has ordered everyone in the household to never let them speak Welsh and has told Georgette that they are to be anglicized.

    Georgette instantly falls in love with the little girls. She soon becomes their advocate in all matters, including standing up for them with the duke, their uncle.

    As far as I'm concerned, this is where the story ended.

    The Duke of Draycott didn't want to be bothered by anything in the house, especially those little Welsh girls that his sister gave birth to. He was cold and unfeeling and as the story progressed, it was revealed as to why. I felt bad for him on more than one occasion. It lent his character some vulnerability and showed that he wasn't always a stoic.

    This is a historical romance, the keyword being "romance". I didn't see any romance between Georgette and Hamilton. When did they fall in love? When did they start seeing each other as more than employer and employee? I didn't feel any chemistry between the two. I don't think they saw each other enough to form a connection.

    I think if the story had been longer and actually explored the two as a man and a woman who were attracted to each other, maybe thrown in some forbidden touches or kisses or something, this wouldn't have flat-lined.

    I did enjoy the story as far as the little girls went. The author did a great job of portraying them as four years old and kept them in character. It's tricky writing characters who are little kids and she did a fantastic job of doing it. (Eat your heart out, Nora Roberts!)

    I didn't hate the book, but I didn't love it, either. I will still read books by this author.
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  • Sophia
    5.0 out of 5 stars More like the old romance classics
    Reviewed in Germany on July 8, 2017
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    The only problem with this book is the title and the cover, which is misleading. It is well-written and reminded me of Jane Eyre. I very much enjoyed reading it.
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  • Mwaka
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2017
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    What a gripping tale, I usually find it a task to get gripped into historical regency romance book as they are too tame, but this storyline was attention grabbing. The characters are straight out of a Charles dickens novel I could just see the spitefulness of the household staff, it was hilarious at times.
    Couldn’t help falling in love with Georgette as she was just a down on her luck young girl trying to survive and she falls in love with the Dukes twin nieces, it was just meant to happen.

    Enjoyed it immensely, mostly when the duke went looking for her shortly after showing her the door, wish the auntie had made him working more for the information of her whereabouts, but I guess she didn’t want to spoil a good thing.

    I am voluntarily reviewing a book gifted to me by the author with no obligation
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
    Reviewed in Australia on September 29, 2017
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    Very sweet and short novel on love and perseverence easy read only took 2hrs, characters somewhat believable and no mistaking your hoping the badies get there comeuppance
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  • Suzanne Lajoie
    5.0 out of 5 stars love it very much
    Reviewed in Canada on July 5, 2017
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    Very touching and inspiring book!
    Fiist time I read an English book,love it very much. I am French and read in english but not that type and found it most interesting!
    The love,softness and kindness of Georgette after all she has lost is just amazing and inspiring. She has such a great heart!
    To have to lower herself is society status as a governess was something but to be treated the way the nurse,butler and house keeper treated her and not say a word demands a great deal of courage.
    The people in the book seem so alive and authentic,the way Bridget Barton describes them and have them react with one another is just fantastic. She wants us to hate the Duke,then love him.....that is exactly how we feel!
    Shead tears at times,very touching.
    Really enjoyed the book and recommend it to everyone
    Suzanne Lajoie
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  • Keti
    5.0 out of 5 stars an enchanting story
    Reviewed in Italy on May 20, 2017
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    I love this book as the other in this series.
    The characters are well developed, strong and full of surprise. They will seem alive as if they were your friends.
    It was very difficult not to read until the wee hour of the morning! I like it very much!
    This book will entertaining you until the last pages!
    A book for all what love a sweet story.
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