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A steamy book in this genre.
Easy and quick to read and fulfilled all expectations. Good storyline.

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Fairly well done. The story had an actual plot, decent dialog and readable characters. Most erotic fiction are lacking some of this. Also, a pretty well written romance, Although as historical fiction it was lacking and failed on detail. I'd give it a solid 3.5 if half points were allowed. Something better than fair, but not quite up to what I'd consider 4 star or above. Definitely readable though.

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I chose to read this book because I am into the erotica genre. Maybe it was the time and place of the setting of the book, but I just could not get into it. I read about 30% before deciding that I could no longer force myself through this book.

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Torn between her feelings for her first love and the lust she feels for his enemy, Sophia dreams of them both, but never imagined they want to share her. Her dreams do come true though.

I loved the otherworldly, tarot reading bits...this was a great device to getting to know Sophia. Her Dukes are hot and sexy, and their scenes are equally erotic as They taught her pleasure.

My only problem was that the book was short, the resolution to their problems was anticlimactic. I’d also love to know why the Dukes share women, are they in love with one another? I wanted more.

Recommended as a quick sexy read, the fantasy of 2 hot Dukes is even better than 1.

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I received a free copy for an honest review from Netgalley. This was a quick read and exactly what the book blurb says it is going to be. The supernatural and tarot cards got boring fast but it delivered on the steamy.

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In 1875 in London Lady Sophia Hodges has always been considered odd and somewhat of an outcast due to her mystic nature. Most people avoid her despite her being a lady. One night some of the ladies dare Sophia to go to the library at a ball telling her it is haunted and there are spirits in there. When Sophia gets to the library no spirits appear to her instead Cromwell Stone the duke of Kendal also known as Stone is there. Stone is amused at Sophia but when he discovers that she has a proclivity for erotic literature Stone is instantly intrigued and decides he must have her instead. Of course Stone wants Sophia not only for himself but for other sexual things too that include Huxley Brigmore the duke of Bedford. When Stone wants Sophia to be his betrothed she is less than pleased because she has always loved Huxley. How will Sophia handle being married to Stone who is the mortal enemy of Huxley? When Sophia learns the truth between Huxley and Stone will she be able to handle their erotic natures too?
This was a pretty fascinating historical regency story by Ms. Lorna James. I think what drew me in was definitely the beautifully well done cover and the ménage a trios of the possible pairing of two guys and girl in historical times. Now I think some true historical aficionados will be upset and disappointed that the mores and rules of society are definitely thrown out the window but for me who enjoys a good naughty story that isn’t so strict with history and doesn’t mind the erotica in a story historical or likewise then this story is perfect. The story had very little plot but was still a lot of fun with lots of erotica described and did have some nice characterizations even without the history. Sophia is a pretty good heroine curious about sex but still maintaining the innocent naiveté of a young woman of the times and who believes in tarot cards and spirits making her likable. I didn’t care for Cromwell Stone in his brash attitude about Sophia’s belief in spirits and his disregard for them or in just wanting her because of sexual curiosity. I kind of felt he should of stuck up for her. Huxley was a little bit better and a little easier to like more than Stone because at least he respected Sophia’s beliefs and appeared to care about her. I still enjoyed the improbability of the story and if I ever want to get away from true historical romance than I would willingly read more by Ms. James.

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Thisromantic escapedes of two Dukes who felled in love with the same girl. Sophia is not the typical virginal character, she is curious about sex after she reads a manuscript that describes the adventures of a man hiding in a convent dressed as a nun. In this manuscript, Sophia discovers an scene that intrigues her and after being corner by Stone, she reveal to him that this scene is her favorite in the manuscript. I. Turn he tells Huxley his best friend. Huxley had been in love with Sophia for a long time and both him and Stone agreed to make sure Sophia will know all the pleasures described in the manuscript. The story by Lona James was well written, I was really hook with the love story of Huxley and Sophia and the practicality of Stone.

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enjoyable hot read. nothing too serious so it is a great read if you have other things going on around you and can't give 110%. but definitely want to catch on to the hotness. had a little difficulty with the setting as it historical settings and I normally prefer contemporary settings. Some of the storyline felt rushed and sometimes I felt like I was rushed throught the line - so to speak but I would definitely read again

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Excellent book with great storyline. Having two men love you at the same time is a dream come true. Did not see the cousin/half brother surprise plot.

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Fun story with a little bit of paranormal element. A longer story would have been nice to add to the drama and develop the characters' personalities.

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An enjoyable read for a lazy afternoon. Some of the story line is unresolved though so parts read as if the book is part of a series. (which I don't believe it is...).

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You know what they say two is always better than one haha. This book was very entertaining. I thoroughly enjoyed the content and found it to be quite pleasing from all angles. It certainly ticks all the boxes and is a great novel if your looking for something exciting to read.

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I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Sophia is a nobles daughter who doesn't have any marriage prospects. Shes considered wierd by the ton; She's into the occult (tarot cards, ghosts, spirits). Niether she or her father believe she will marry so her father buys her a book about a nunnery, which actually turns out to be a dirty book. This book inadvertently leads to a marriage proposal from Duke. Meanwhile both her fiance and his friend (another Duke) set out to tame Sophia so she's amiable to both their advances.

Overall the book was fairly hot and steamy. There was a lot of love scenes. The book isn't very long but it's well written and a unique menage. Well worth the read.

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Sophia has an interest in the occult and an erotic manuscript with an innocuous title. This brings her to the notice of Stone, who offers to marry her. The problem is, according to Society he is at odds with Huxley, the man that Sophia actually desires. Little does she know that they actually share everything, even their women.

Sophia is a fun character, and her innocent curiosity is amusingly endearing. Stone and Huxley are supposed to be incredibly handsome and sexy, but I didn't find them too different from the standard dukes of Regency romance novels other than their propensity to share a lover at the same time. The sex is incredibly hot and well done, and adds to the relationship between the three of them.

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I really enjoyed the steamy sex scenes. I totally recommend this book. Thanks to Netgalley, for this free copy. My opinion is my own.

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Fun regency romance with a little bit of a 'supernatural' plot to keep the story going. I did wish it was a bit longer so I could get to know the characters better, but all in all a good quick read.

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Historical erotic romance. I loved it! Lady Sophia is a virginal member of society. Her father gambled all their money away so he found Lord Stone who will marry her and pay her father's debts. She has been in love with the Lord's best friend, Lord Huxley for a long time. These friends have been known to share a lot of things, especially women. Lady Sophia found a book that describes the pleasures of the flesh. The Lord's Stone and Huxley would like to show her these things themselves . THIS is erotica at it's best. I received this book from Net Galley for an honest review.

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I enjoyed this erotic novel and the storyline was quite believable. If you're looking for something steamy and naughty, I recommend this book

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Well, the title and cover of this one was what caught my eye. Are Two Dukes better than One? Well, in this book it seems so. Sophia is a young debutante, who has to marry to help her father overcome all the gambling debts he has made. But when Huxley, the man she quietly adores from afar refuses to marry her because of the oath he made to Sophia's late mother, she is forced to marry Stone, Huxley's arch nemesis.
What Sophia doesn't know is that Stone and Huxley are in fact no enemies at all. They share their women, but in the 19th century there is frowned upon these kind of relationships. Therefore they appear to be enemies. When Stone realizes Huxley is in love with Sophia, but can't marry her, he offers to marry her. This way they can both enjoy her. But in order to prepare her for this threesome, they agree to both seduce her before the marriage bed. Lorna shows us many ways of seduction, so beware of melting panties. In all: Two Dukes are definitely better than One Duke. Four out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

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Two Dukes are Better Than One by Lorna James is an erotica novel about a young woman named Sophia who must marry the Duke of Kendall in order to clear her father's gambling debt, but gets more than she bargained for when her husband's best friend, the Duke of Bedford, is part of the deal.

The story was just okay, some parts were cheesy while others parts were witty and fun; however, the ménage à trois sex scenes totally made up for the lacking storyline. A quick read! I rate this novel 3 out of 5 stars.

Thank you NetGalley and Riverdale Avenue Books for providing a copy of this novel in exchange for a fair review. https://moesbookblog.wordpress.com/

Reviewed: May 5, 2018. Novel Publish Date: October 27, 2017.

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