I’m thrilled to share some exciting news: “Seven Days a Duchess” is available in audio, and it’s now live on all major platforms worldwide.
And oh my goodness, what an experience it was to hear it brought to life. Justine Eyre and Alex Wyndham perform it in duet, and listening to the two of them together gave me goosebumps.
Alex is the Duke: stern, dry, a little arrogant in all the best ways. I laughed out loud more than once, and yes, I replayed a few lines five times because they were that good.
And then there’s Justine. Having her back on one of my books after all these years was such a treat. She’s spectacular, as always. Her Aunt Brunhild (with her German accent) completely stole my heart. Grumpy, funny, and perfectly balanced. You’ll love her.
So if you love audiobooks, or if you just want to experience the Duke and Marian in a new way, this is the moment.
Seven Days a Duchess” is here, in audio!
You can find it right now on Audible, Apple, Kobo, Google Play, and just about everywhere else.
Here’s the link to Audible: Click here to listen now. (paid link) If you use Whispersync, you can switch between the ebook and the audiobook without losing your place, which makes the whole experience even smoother. And if you already own the ebook, the audio price is often reduced on Amazon and Audible, which is a nice little bonus.
The curtain opens, and the Duchess takes the stage. My new Regency romance “Seven Days a Duchess” is now live.
The supposedly dead Duke of Comerford requires a wife. And quickly.
By tomorrow noon, to be precise.
Blame it on his father’s ridiculous will. A Duchess is required before the estates can pass into his hands.
Miss Marian has only come to plead with the surly Duke for an extension on her father’s mountainous debts. Perfect for him. If she becomes his Duchess, he’ll happily annul her father’s promissory note.
What he doesn’t know is that she has loathed him since childhood – and that she has no intention of enduring the role of Duchess for more than seven days – precisely the time she needs to put her escape plan into action.
The Duke may be a monster, but he is a man of his word. He is determined to visit her bedchamber, night after night… until she provides him with a son and heir.
And for all audiobook lovers: “Seven Days A Duchess” is already available on many major retailers, including Audible.
With Seven Days a Duchess you’ll get a romantic Regency romantic comedy, along with plenty of crackling chemistry and passion between the Duke and his Duchess. Expect to smile often. And to wipe a little sweat from your brow now and then, because things get seriously hot…
Only seven days to go until “Seven Days A Duchess” is released.
As always, I’m nervous and fidgety, but thanks to your reactions and your wonderful feedback, I’m a little calmer than usual before a release.
The first reviews of this very long book have already come in, and they are absolutely heart-warming. I had tears in my eyes more than once (or twice… or three, four times), and just as often my feet itched to break into a happy dance.
Today, however, it’s not about what happens in the story, but about my seven favourite characters that I’d like to introduce to you.
Morgan Beauchamp, Duke of Comerford The Duke. Need I say more? He’s taciturn. Gruff. Grumpy. A man of action. Breathtakingly handsome. Strong as seven men and… no, forgive me. I got carried away, as I always do when it comes to him. Something you’ll soon get to experience for yourself delighted giggle. First line in the book: “What are you doing on my land, girl?”
Miss Marian Holloway She’s a true optimist and sees the good in everyone (except, of course, in the dreadful Monster Duke). She’s talkative… I mean, eloquent, quick-witted – very much so, otherwise she’d never have come up with the brilliant idea of how to escape the Duke’s clutches after seven days. First line in the book: “For you, still Miss Holloway!”
Countess Brunhild Sachsen-Coburg-Saalfeld (Aunt Brunhild) The Duke’s German aunt always looks as though she’s been caught in seven days of rain, unless the subject is her beloved Ludwig, the fat pug. Some (namely the Duke) would call her spiteful. Others (namely herself) think she’s simply a misunderstood woman who speaks nothing but the truth. First line in the book: “I… I… Morgan, my boy, you’re alive!”
Mr. Edward St Aubyn (Eddie) Marian’s best friend is an incurable romantic who firmly believes in the power of love. He’d happily pack up his things and move to Paris. First line in the book: “Are you sure the Duke is even at home?”
Sir Osmond For Marian’s father, everyday life is a book with seven seals. He owns the house called “Safe Harbour.” He has no idea that his beloved daughter will settle his debts by marrying the odious Duke of Comerford. First line in the book: “Make sure you bring my child home before nightfall, do you hear?”
The Commodore (a cheeky parrot) He is utterly convinced he has sailed the seven seas and speaks exactly as he pleases. First line in the book: “Handsome fellow! Real heartthrob!”
Mrs. North The captain’s widow lives with Sir Osmond and Miss Marian in “Safe Harbour.” She dreams of soaring higher than cloud nine one day. First line in the book: “Good morning, dear.”
The official launch of my Twelve O’Clock in London series is just around the corner. “Seven Days Duchess” is set to be released on November 18th and takes place in House Number 7 at the distinguished St James’s Square, a location you may already know from my other books.
Let me give you a quick glimpse of the story.
Morgan Beauchamp, the Duke of Comerford, returns to London after two years away to take up his rightful place in society following his father’s death. But instead of order and stability, he is faced with the utterly absurd terms of the late Duke’s will. Morgan must be married within twenty-four hours and produce an heir within a year, or else every penny and all personal possessions will pass to – ta-da-da-daaaah – his cantankerous German aunt, Brunhild.
A duchess is needed. Quickly.
And that’s when the real fun starts.
When Miss Marian Holloway appears on his doorstep begging for more time to settle her family’s debts, the Duke doesn’t hesitate. He is more than willing to show mercy, provided Miss Holloway marries him tomorrow.
But Marian is not the sort of woman to meekly accept the role of an arrogant Duke’s obedient bride. She is talkative, clever, quick-witted – enough so to come up with a glorious plan to escape the Duke’s clutches after seven days.
Yet in seven days (and seven nights, oh, those nights!) a great deal can happen.
Release date: November 18th 2025.
“Seven Days a Duchess” (Amazon paid link) is a slow-burn Regency romantic comedy with explicit scenes. It is a complete standalone with a guaranteed happy ending.
TROPES:
Marriage of Convenience Grumpy/Sunshine Dynamic Smart Heroine “Deal with the Devil” Tall Dark and Intimidating Beauty and the Beast Vibes Forced Proximity (for at least seven scorching nights) Consummation Clause Heir Pressure Steamy Historical Romance
