I loved this one! It had so much scandal and drama without being too over the top. It was so great to see these two characters that we'd grown with the last two books finally get their HEA.

This was a really sweet romance, and I really enjoyed the two main characters. I'll definitely have to check out the other books in the series.

An outstanding conclusion to this series. While this book relies on the backstory from the previous two books, this one is a true romance without wedging in the mystery (my chief complaint in the previous novels). A great take on the classic “enemies to lovers” trope complete with a HEA and a cast of great characters. I would recommend the whole series, but this one is really the book in this trilogy that shines.

4.5 scandal on top of scandal stars!

I have really enjoyed this trilogy, and I have looked forward to this story since the beginning as I felt these two would have combustible chemistry - and I was right! If you haven't read the first 2 books in this series, I would recommend reading them because these characters are in those earlier stories, and while their history with each other is summarized to some extent in this story, in order to really enjoy their "how it started/how it's going," you really need the full background.

Ever since she discovered that her late husband was married to 2 other women (who, despite the circumstances, have become her closest friends), Abigail has hated being called "Mrs. Montgomery." She was, in fact, the only one who legally had that "title," and while she thought herself in love with her husband at one time, things had fizzled well before she learned the horrible truth. Now that she has observed the proper grieving time for a widow, Abigail is going to re-enter society, and she is equal parts glad to be out of mourning and worried that people will shun her because of her husband's bad deeds. Though she is the person that technically "outed" her husband's misdoings by sending a letter to the Duke of Gilmore when his sister was being courted by her late spouse, she still holds the duke largely responsible for the fall out as he brought more attention to the situation than she ever wanted in uncovering what her late husband was up to, and that has made her life all the more difficult. Not only that, but the duke seems to emphasize "Montgomery" in a ducal-ly judgemental way when he greets her, and she is certain it is on purpose. The cretin. But since he is a close friend of the Earl of Leighton, her late husband's father, she cannot seem to avoid his company, though lately she finds herself thinking more often of the infuriatingly handsome man.

Nathan, Duke of Gilmore, is not entirely sure why Abigail Montgomery dislikes him so much, but he has found he actually enjoys verbally sparring with her. Not only is she undeniably beautiful, but she is intelligent and spirited - characteristics that seem to draw him closer to her despite her animosity towards him. Since Nathan is steadfast in his support of his best friend, the Earl of Leighton, he seems to be unable to avoid close proximity with Abigail. When they place an innocent wager at a dinner party, he finds that he can't help but goad her further, and Abigail refuses to back down from his challenges. But when they are caught in a compromising position by one of the ton's biggest busybodies, the stakes are raised higher than either can surmount. What will happen when they are forced to wed? Can Nathan help Abigail move on and accept his olive branch? After being so hurt by love in the past, is it possible for Abigail to trust Nathan enough to open her heart once again?

What I liked:
--- Likeable yet flawed characters that I have been looking forward to seeing together since book 1
--- Other characters from the trilogy are in this one quite a bit as well which is nice to see their stories continue
--- I might normally complain about no "home runs" until they were legally married (which was about 65% or so), but I liked in this case that the relationship developed so that when they actually go there, it meant a whole lot more between them than it would have if they had jumped into bed sooner (and there were a few trips to 2nd & 3rd base earlier in the story to tide the steamy goodness lovers over)
--- STEAMY GOODNESS

What I didn't like as much:
--- I felt like there could have been more "hate to want you" between these two - some more fight before they gave into the mushier feelings; while I appreciate that the author didn't draw out angst because of miscommunication (that's one my pet peeves), I like the almost violent kind of passion that a true enemies-to-lovers can bring out in the MCs
--- This is just something that annoyed me throughout the series: the author calls Erasmus Montgomery a "bigamist," but isn't he is really a "polygamist" because he had 3 wives?

Overall, I enjoyed this one. The pacing was good; the relationship between the two MCs developed nicely; and the steamy goodness was delish. A fitting ending to a great trilogy!

Plot --- 4.5/5
Main Characters --- 4.5/5
Supporting Cast --- 4.5/5
Steam Level* --- 4/5
Violence --- none I can recall
Language --- some
POV --- 3rd

*Note that steam level is not a rating so much as a how hot was it: 0/5 - clean; 1/5 - mild (nothing descriptive); 2/5 - 3rd base action/1 home run; 3/5 - now we're getting somewhere (a couple of full-on steamy scenes); 4/5 - yes please! (erotica territory); 5/5 - they did EVERYTHING in this one, y'all

The Duke's Wife is the third and final book in the sensual The Three Mrs series by Jess Michaels. I knew it had to end - obviously, because we've run out of wives - but it saddens me just the same. The first two books were great, but Ms. Michaels definitely saved the best for last! Not only was this book extremely steamy and fun, but our hero here may be my favorite one out of all her books I've read. Believe me, that's quite a compliment!

Abigail Montgomery found out her husband was a bigamist with two other wives. As if that wasn't bad enough, she discovered he was also pursuing another woman, the sister of Nathan, the Duke of Gilmore. In order to protect the young woman, Abigail sent the Duke an anonymous letter so she could prevent his sister from being caught up in this sticky web. Nathan didn't respond well, to say the least... he thought Abigail may have known about her husband's deceit and been complicit in his actions, not knowing it was Abigail who saved his sister. Now a year later, Abigail can finally end her mourning for the deceased bigamist. She and Nathan have had a contentious relationship, but he can't help thinking of her. When they begin to spend more time together because of shared friendships, the two begin to make playful wagers. But suddenly it's not just fun and games, as flames ignite between the two...and they are discovered together, forcing them to marry. They agree this won't be a love match... or will it?

This was such a lovely enemies to lovers romance between two distrustful people with difficult pasts. Abigail went through so much, going from a (she thought) happy marriage to finding out her husband was a bigamist and then dealing with his death. She didn't think she could ever trust a man again, though she was extremely attracted to Nathan. Nathan, too, had his share of heartbreak. Even when he distrusted Abigail, however, he was deeply drawn to her. They began to treat each other with less animosity when they began to have fun, friendly wagers, the winning prizes becoming more and more sensual in nature. The physical attraction between these two was absolutely explosive! This author excels in writing intimate moments - nothing is behind closed doors and you don't need to use your imagination; however, they are not just sex scenes, but deeply emotional sexual unions. You will be reaching for a pitcher of ice water as you sigh over the emotions. I especially loved Nathan. He knew his attraction to Abigail was more than just physical before she did, but he exhibited great patience and caring, letting her heal and learn to trust again. I was thrilled to spend more time with the couples from the previous books, Owen and Celeste, and Rhys and Pippa. They were all so in love they couldn't help but meddle in the affairs of Abigail and Nathan. I also enjoyed meeting Nathan's distrustful sister Ophelia. This book can stand alone, but you'll enjoy it more if you follow the journey of all three Mrs! I hate to see this series end, but I'm also excited about the possibilities of what Ms. Michaels has in store for us next; it's sure to be a yummy treat!

I received an ARC of this book courtesy of the publisher and NetGalley. I received no compensation for my review, and all thoughts and opinions expressed are entirely my own.

After the death of her bigamist husband, Abigail Montgomery’s mourning is finally over and she is ready to pick up the pieces of her life and hopefully start anew. She is not sure where life will take her, but she is sure of one thing – she is done with love! Now if she could just stop her inconvenient attraction to Nathan, the Duke of Gilmore, the man who exposed her husband’s bigamy to the ton and who seems to be everywhere she goes! And the more she tries to ignore him, the more he seems bent on confronting her.

Nathan is frustrated, he is attracted to a woman who actively despises him and he is not sure why. He should just let her be and find another woman, but he can’t seem to stop himself from engaging with her at every opportunity. Their contentious relationship seems to take a turn when they make a wager while attending a dinner with their mutual friends. A wager he loses and proposes another to recoup his loss. With each new wager, they begin to form a friendship of sorts and soon they begin to succumb to the attraction that neither wants, yet neither can deny. An attraction that will lead to a compromising situation and a marriage of convenience that seems to be anything but convenient.

This was a well-written, nicely paced, fun enemies to lovers story. Nathan and Abigail are wonderful characters and their road to HEA is filled with witty banter, wagers, steamy love scenes, and cameos from the “other Mrs. Montgomerys”. This is the third book in the series and while it could be read as a standalone title, I would recommend reading the series in order for the best reader experience.

*I am voluntarily leaving a review for an eARC that I requested and was provided to me by NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions in this review are my own. *

I received an Advance Reader Copy from the publisher via NetGalley. This in no way impacted on my view.

Ever since she discovered her husband, Ras, had married two other women, and was pursuing a third, Abigail Montgomery knew she must do something to save the young sister of the Duke of Gilmore. However, it started a series of events which revealed to society the truth about the three Montgomery wives, and has left them scorned and ridiculed - no one more so than Abigail, the 'true' wife. Now a year later, she has left her 'mourning', and is ready to return to society, but knows that apart from Celeste, Pippa, Owen, Rhys and Gilmore, she has no one on her side. And, it doesn't help that her conflicting feelings for Gilmore soon lead to the two of them finding themselves in a compromising situation, and being forced to marry. Will Abigail and Nathan finally find their happiness, or will the shadow of Ras’ crimes always hang overhead?

As soon as I started reading this series, and met Abigail and Nathan, Duke of Gilmore, I was drawn in my their chemistry and attraction, and couldn’t wait to finally read their own story. From the moment I started The Duke’s Wife I knew I would be finishing it before putting it down, and simply devoured it all. Though a year has passed since they first met, and the scandal started to leak, their attraction to each other had never lessened, and in fact had got even stronger. Everyone who met Abigail and Nathan could see they were made for each other, and though their story took a little turn, they were able to get their happily ever after. I was a little apprehensive with the ‘forced to marry’ plot line, because I thought it was take the couple longer to realise their true feelings, but it really made the story, and I was so pleased that Nathan and his sister, Ophelia, discovered that it was because of Abigail’s actions that Ophelia was saved and all three wives were finally able to have their happily ever afters. I couldn’t have asked for a better ending to the whole series, and I can’t wait for Jess’ next book.

Gals, this story is everything. It had angst, banter, laughter, teasing and a whole lot of sexy going on. From the beginning I was tense while reading the story because even though I know it will all work out, I wasn’t sure if the characters knew. The laughter and teasing were so well written. I did laugh a lot but I also got weepy by the end of the story. The “I love you” scene is so well written and so fantastic. If nothing else, read the story just for that scene. An amazing book to end the series.

This is the 3rd installment of The 3 Mrs. Trilogy by Jess Michaels.

I still haven't read the first one, but I feel like you get much more of a picture of what happened in the first one than we got in the second one. Does that make sense?

Overall I enjoyed this story, it tied all the loose strings together in a neat little bow. We also got to see the two other couples enjoying their happily ever after.

*Thank you to the publisher for this eARC.

4.5 stars

Really great conclusion to this series! These characters have all suffered one way or another due the bast-, I mean Erasmus Montgomery. Celeste, Pippa, Abigail, Owen, Rhys and Gilmore have all suffered and had to deal with the aftermath of Erasmus’ death.

I knew Abigail wouldn’t fall in love again easily since she obviously has some major trust issues and loves to put up a fight, especially with Nathan, Duke of Gilmore. Nathan had his own issues he had to work through regarding trusting Abigail as well in the prior books. This is definitely an enemies to lovers book but with the known fact they are at least both attracted to each other before the start of this book. I loved seeing them slowly fall in love, their wagers and seeing Abigail, in particular, lower her shield. It may have taken her a little too long for me to give this book a five star rating but once everything came together it was lovely.

All of the characters are so supportive of each other and I absolutely love that. They have been through a seriously stressful year and I’m so happy to see them have their happy endings.

Definitely recommend reading this series in order to avoid spoilers. Can’t wait to see what Jess Michaels has in store for her next book!

*Received via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*

There are so many doors to lock with Nathan and Abigail and unlock. Figuratively and literally. It was fun reading how they each handle this. I really enjoyed reading, The Duke's Wife. Even though I knew what would happen it was fun reading how they would get there.

This is the third book in The Three Mrs series. In the first story, the duplicity of Erasmus Montgomery is revealed and the three "wives" come together in an unlikely friendship. I did not read the two books that preceeded this one but I wish I had! I am now going back and reading the other two books in the series while hoping that the Duke's sister Ophelia gets her own book.

This is a true enemies to lovers story and the hero, Nathan, the Duke of Gimore, did not disappoint. He is delicious. I loved the bantering between him and Abigail but definitely felt like I was missing out as I had not read the two books in the series before this book. The sex scenes are hot and the banter literally had me laughing out loud at some parts. Abigail wants to hate Nathan but slowly comes around and it is a great thing to see the little nuances, as you can tell these two have chemistry that is burning under the surface.

The tropes are bigamy, Widow, forced marriage and enemies to lovers.

I have received an ARC of this book by NetGalley, and The Passionate Pen and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review. The book comes out 5/11.

I loved Abigail and Nathan right from the 1st fun wager they made to the last small gestures they shared. Pretty hot stuff. Literally!
Enemies to lovers my fav trope. The competitiveness on both of their side is so evident and the reader fully knows they both will end up tangled in each others wins and losses. I loved the back and forth tussle. But also I liked the friends. They were genuinely trying to make Nathan and Abigail see what eveyone else could. And that reminded me of my stubborn friends whom I miss so much!
Wonderful read!!

The Duke's wife was my first book by Jess Michaels but will not be the last. I absolutely loved the premise of the story, 3 women didn't know they were married to the same man, everything was discovered and he ended up dying. Now we are on book 3 from the series and the 2 other Mrs. are now happily married.
This is the love story of the last wife and how she learns to overcome her trust issues.

What you can expect
😏 Enemies to lovers
💍 Forced marriage
🎱 Tons of wagers between hero and heroine
🌿 STEM heroine, she specializes in plants and healing
🥺 Pining hero
❤ Amazing consent on this book
🥵 Very steamy read, the chemistry of the hero and heroine is through the roof

I actually would like to go back and read the other 2 books in the series and would say it can be read as a standalone but the experience might even be better if you have the full backstory.

Recommend to anyone who loves the tropes above, very well written historical.

After finding out her husband was a bigamist with three wives, Abigail Montgomery’s world fell apart. The cur was also courting a fourth woman, the sister to the Duke of Gilmore. Abigail and Nathan Gilmore don't want to like each other, but have to navigate an unexpected future together when caught in a compromising position.

This is the third book in The Three Mrs series. In the first story, the duplicity of Erasmus Montgomery is revealed and the three "wives" come together in an unlikely friendship. I would highly recommend reading the books in order to avoid spoilers.

Jess Michaels knocked it out of the park with this series, and this concluding story did not disappoint! What started as two characters who were thorns in each others sides, ended with a couple that really needed each other. Abigail had fears of putting her feelings forward, after her emotions were trampled by her awful husband...but series readers knew her to be an extremely kind and supportive woman. Nathan seemed gruff and standoffish in the other books, so it was a pleasure to see his softer side. And ohh, the glaze sure does melt on this cinnamon roll hero! He was positively delicious, and the ending was perfect!

Tropes: Widow, Enemies to Lovers, Compromised / Forced to Marry

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I am incredibly happy to have read this series and that this two were the last ones to have their story told. It made sense in the end and more fun too.
Since the beginning of the series, we came to know Abigail and her kindness and support to her friends even when she needed it the most. I liked her and I could understand a bit of what she has done with Nathan until the end of the book – although it hit a nerve too, I confess. But still, I really liked her. She needed someone to love, protect her and understand her. And who better than Nathan, the Duke she hates the most in the world? Yup. He’s the one.
Nathan was a surprise to me since the start. I believed he was a bit harsh in the other books but now I know why and I kind of get it. Even tough he was a Duke, his life was not always so easy. I liked that he wanted to learn and that he was honest with his feelings not only with Abigail but with his friends too – and that he was loyal to that friendship. He and Abigail were made for each other no doubt. The author gave us two broken characters and they completed one another with imperfections and understanding. I loved that.
I guess this is all I have to say because I do not like to spoil things – and sometimes I do. I recommend this book (and this series) to everyone who like this genre of books. It was a beautiful story with much value in love, friendship, and sisterhood – and of course, sensual moments too. Can’t forget that too.
I still hate society, the ton and the stupid rules and thoughts. But love always wins, right?

This is my favorite book written by Ms Michaels I’ve ever read. The depth of character for Nathan and for Abigail made me feel like I knew them through and through. I inwardly cheered when they were discovered and it just continued to get better me better. And oooooo girl - the spice! 🙌🏻🌶
Ms Michaels - seriously. Best book ever. Five massive stars!

I think this one is my favorite in the series.


The banter is witty. The sex is hot. The characters are already our friends at this point (which is the best kind of book). There are tie in appearances from even older friends. This one made me laugh out loud which was a surprise. I'm more of a squeal under the covers kind of girl.


I adored this one. I am not surprised. I've been waiting for Abigail's story since the beginning. She is my favorite wife. The one that keeps it all together. I love her. Forced or arranged marriage is one of my favorite tropes, and this is no different.


Absolutely recommend this series. It was such a fun and creative idea. I loved every book.

I´m absolutely OBSESSED about this story. This is the third book I read from this author and I’m in love with her writing.
After she found out her husband was a bigamist with three wives, Abigail Montgomery’s world fell apart. She was still reeling when she found out he was courting yet another woman, the sister of the Duke of Gilmore. She intervened anonymously and Gilmore’s reaction brought her world down around her. She has seen him as an enemy ever since. An arrogant, interesting, very handsome enemy.
No one can push Gilmore’s buttons more than the fascinating Abigail Montgomery. They constantly butt heads and yet he can’t get her off his mind. But now that her year of mourning for the husband who betrayed them all is over, she is showing up in his life a lot more. When a series of playful wagers leads to a passionate moment, everything changes.
Now forced to marry after being caught together, the two must navigate a tangled past and a cloudy future. Could these enemies ever be more than lovers? Or will their stubborn hesitation to get closer keep them from being truly happy together?
This story is soooo hot and witty and charming. They keep fighting each other but I love that they enjoy their attraction. There are a lot of sexy times that make my heart beat a little faster. Gilmore is my new prince charming. He is stern but so in love with her. I couldn´t put it down!
I loved I got to see Celeste, Owen, Rhys and Pippa. Now I need Ophelia’s happy ending!!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I knew it!!! While I was reading the previous 2 books from this series, I knew that this one will be the best. It was fun, it was steamy, it was unputdownable. Abigail and Nathan are amazing separately and together. These two characters, don't explicitly need each other but when they are together they thrive. I enjoyed every bit of their story and I'm so sad that it ended. I'm really not sure if I have ever been so excited about both of the main characters in a Regency Romance. I usually find one more likable than the other, but these two are the exception. I really cannot recommend it enough!!!
P.s. it was amazing seeing old faces in this book. The Dukes of the 1797 Club are back. The Duchesses to be more precise.