Edwina Fine is a triplet who needs to marry to fulfill her father's dying wish, and Rick, Duke of Stonerick, needs to marry and have an heir so his mother will leave him alone. When Edwina receives a marriage proposal in the mail from the Duke, she readily accepts - and the Duke is all too willing to marry the red haired, green eyed beauty that shows up to accept his marriage proposal (that he didn't remember sending).

The main characters are well-written and likable. They're both headstrong, but not in opposition to one another (ideal for a romance). Their stalwart traits lets them stand as a united front, and provides an ideal personality for a marriage of convenience. Both are keeping a secret, but the secret is known to the reader. The internal conflict about disclosing their secret to one another helps drive the plot.

This is the second book in a series but can be read as a stand alone

“Sincerely, The Duke” Say I Do” by Amelia Grey
A Sweet Regency Romance
Yes, this story had me hooked from the very beginning and never let me go. It was a sweet Regency romance with the threats of superstition, and the nearly desperate needs to keep promises made or inherited. I thoroughly enjoyed my time within this story. I hope you enjoy it also. Happy Reading ! !
Note: This review expresses my honest opinion.

SPORTOCHICK’S MUSINGS: Once again Amelia Grey gives her readers a delightful swoon worthy read with characters Rick, Duke of Stonerick and Miss Edwina Fine.

Sincerely, The Duke was a highly entertaining read including the sparring between Rick and his mother, Alberta Fellows Cosworth, Dowager Duchess of Stonerick regarding his matrimonial prospects and lack of providing her grandchildren. Since many of us have been at the tail end of a conversation like this in our life time I found it added to the setup of the storyline making me laugh and commiserate with Rick.

The first meeting between Rick and Edwina was brilliant and engaging. The authors delightful friction between the couple with a touch of humor makes this story believable and draws the reader into the storyline. I like that the author created a strong intelligent leading lady that thinks outside the norms of the time she lived in.

The author didn’t stop at a just a strong heroine but she added drama to the story with the secrets that the Rick and Edwina are hiding from each other that keeps pushing this reader to the very end to see how the two resolve their secrets.

There were some areas that I would of liked expanded in details but that did not take away from the overall read.

Since I never give away a story I will stop here and tell you that this book is entertaining and a book you don’t want to miss reading.

I give this book 4 Stars for being thoroughly entertaining.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are mine.

Amelia Grey has long been one of my favorite authors and her books only get better with each book. Rick and Edwina's story is no different. Viola is hiding a secret that could ruin both her and her sisters, but Rick is all about helping. This book will be a fan favorite.

first, i want to thank you for the review copy!

unfortunately this book was less than i had hoped it would be. while the story was okay, it felt like it was told too quickly and with not enough details to really grasp my attention. i didnt feel as if it delved deep enough into the characters for me to have any sort of attachment to them. i also truly felt the plot was weak at best. i wanted to love this one but sadly it wasnt for me.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an eARC of this book via NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Rating: 5/5 Stars
Publishing: March 26, 2024
Series: Say I Do #2
Pages: 320

What can I say…Having read the first in this series, I found “Sincerely, The Duke” more enjoyable than the first. There are triplets, however Rick, the Duke of Sronerick finds himself proposing to one of the three, Miss Edwina Fine to satisfy his mother’s nagging and rethink his future without an heir due to his recurring illness.

Miss Fine receives a proposal by email and jumps at the chance, along with aunt in tow, arriving at the Rick’s estate to verify if the proposal received was a prank or for real. Rick clearly loves his carefree life, but when he sees the lovely red head with green eyes at his doorstep, and an attraction begins between the two. She is feisty, brave and outspoke…qualities that appeal to his manhood. They both agree to a marriage of convenience; however, Edwina is holding back a secret, well pretty much a superstition related to triplets with red hair and green eyes, that she believes could ruin her dying father’s wish…to see his three daughters married. On the other hand, Rick has his secret of hiding his recurring illness. Both MC’s have secrets to hide that will unfold as their relationship gradually builds.

I truly loved the hero/heroine of this story and how Ms. Grey developed each character on the pages. The main characters found time to get to know each other in the relationship and each scene was crafted to make you feel like you were in the story. Rick was a very good hero and I loved that he did not believe too much in superstitions and found them foolish unlike his mother. Edwina’s devotion to her father and sister was heartwarming. Although she was the youngest of the triplets, she stepped up to the plate to see that her siblings would find husbands with all their quirks.

Loved this historical romance and its characters. A well-written story and plot that had me turning the pages until the end. There is just enough of heated attraction that gets my approval of the amount of spicey in this HR. Well worth reading and highly recommend.

This was an ok read. I found the premise that people were so scared and superstitious of red hair, green eyes and triplets that the sisters had to hide it far-fetched, but that may be my modern bias speaking. It just seemed such weird 'hurdle' for the couple to overcome. Otherwise it was a fun and light read.

This is a fun, entertaining read. Rick and Edwina are interesting, relatable, intriguing, entertaining, complex, captivating characters. I enjoyed romance and all the twists and turns it took to get them to their HEA – it is very fitting for this couple. I love that we got to see the couple from the first book several times and who is likely to be the hero in the next book. The secondary characters added to the fabric of the story and my enjoyment. I love the family and friend aspects of the story. The ending of the story was magic and very fitting for the various subplots and our MCs. The story is easy to read and get into.

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

An enjoyable read, Sincerely the Duke, finds a reluctant suitor scribbling a hasty note and finding himself engaged. Little does he know, fate has played a role and sends him a wife beyond his imagining. Enjoy!

Due to Rick’s illness he needs a wife. Edwina needs a husband before people learn her secret. They couldn’t have found better mates if they tried. But they are holding secrets the other doesn’t know about! Very entertaining story. Loved how they worked stuff out.

I enjoyed reading this book. Edwina was someone who is easy to like. Rick had no idea who she is when he proposed to her. He isn't interested in rumors or gossip. He will defend anyone he cares for. Edwina is so lucky to be loved by him.

I have read several Amelia Grey books and they never disappoint. This is the second book in her series, Say I Do, and it was just as good as the first. This author is able to capture the reader's attention and hold it throughout the story. Both of the main characters, Rick and Edwina, were well developed. Edwina's sisters were both great characters that added to the storyline, as well as the aunt of Edwina and the mother of Rick. This is, simply put, a delightful regency romance. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys books in that genre. (I received the book from NetGalley for my honest review.)

If you're searching for a captivating read to whisk you away on chilly nights, look no further than "Sincerely, The Duke" by the talented Amelia Grey. This enchanting novel is like a warm embrace on a frosty evening, drawing you into a world of romance, intrigue, and undeniable charm.

Grey's masterful storytelling transports readers to a realm where passion and elegance reign supreme. Set against a backdrop of opulent estates and glittering ballrooms, the romance between the Duke and his beloved unfolds with all the grace and fervor of a classic love story.

What truly sets "Sincerely, The Duke" apart is Grey's ability to craft characters so vivid and real that they practically leap off the page. From the brooding yet magnetic Duke to the spirited heroine who captures his heart, each character is imbued with depth and complexity, making their journey all the more compelling.

But it's not just the romance that makes this book a standout; it's also the intricate web of secrets and scandals that keeps readers guessing until the very end. As the plot twists and turns, you'll find yourself utterly captivated, unable to put the book down until you've unraveled every mystery.

In short, "Sincerely, The Duke" is a must-read for anyone seeking a literary escape that's as heartwarming as it is thrilling. Add it to your 2024 TBR without hesitation; you won't regret it.

So, grab a cozy blanket, brew a steaming cup of tea, and prepare to lose yourself in the irresistible world of "Sincerely, The Duke." Trust me, you'll thank yourself for it later.

Edwina made a vow to her dying father to see her and her sisters married by the end of the season. Edwina is determined to see this through, her biggest worries are their red hair (gasp!) and the fact that they are secret triplets (double gasp)! Her worries cease when a proposal from a Duke comes in the mail. Can this mysterious Duke be the answer to her prayers?

This book was a lot of fun. The premise of the worst secret Edwina has is the fact that she is a triplet was funny to me. I like a low risk secret. Rick, the Duke has a secret of his own, but I loved how he was instantly taken with Edwina (and that red hair!). He was willing to marry Edwina and help her sisters find husbands. He was very sweet and I enjoined all of their scenes together.

Dont regret reading this book one bit.

Thank you NetGalley and St Martin’s Press for the ARC.

I didn’t love the first book in this series, but the premise of a marriage of convenience + a chronically ill hero + a heroine that’s one of triplets sounded too good to pass up. Unfortunately, while I liked that Grey took some lesser known bits of history like battling malarial fever and the danger of having triplets two centuries ago, the characters felt flat and weren’t fleshed out well. Rick didn’t seem like he really cared all that much about Edwina until they were back in each other’s space. And Edwina spent too much time trying to force her sisters to do things they didn’t want to (namely marry) just because it was their dying father’s wish. But Rick gives them the option to not marry until they’re ready and even offers to give them an allowance to pursue their interests. So Edwina’s constant push to find them husbands grew tedious and tiresome. As did the entire premise of them being triplets being so scandalous. I get that triplets living to adulthood or even surviving birth was almost unheard of back two centuries ago but…it started to feel like an obstacle put in *just* to be an obstacle. Which was frustrating.

I really enjoyed, “Sincerely, the Duke. I like the respect and trust that Edwina and Rick acquired while learning about one another. I also enjoyed the realistic look at what it was like for married couples to have never had sex or even know each other before they tied the knot, but I loved how understanding Rick was toward Edwina situation. The second story about triplets made the story more interesting but also a little edgy since it could have actually been a reason for the Duke to divorce Edwina, but instead it was a reason for all the people involved to band together against anyone who would try to use the issue against them. Finally, it was nice that the more Edwina and Rick learn about each other the more they like each other and the family they wanted.

Rick is a duke who needs to produce an heir. When his mother is lecturing him on that fact, he looks at a list of available young ladies. Did I say Rick is impetuous? He picks a name, he writes a note, and says he wants to marry the girl. Then he leaves his mother’s home. He does not think any more about his marriage proposal.

The note is forwarded to the young lady, Edwina, and when she shows up at Rick’s home, he is shocked. But, he takes one look at this beautiful young woman and he is smitten.

He even likes the fact that she is not intimidated by a duke. She refuses to leave his home and she stands up to him. She is not only beautiful, but she is also intelligent. Edwina does not seem to be like most young women who meet him, she is a strong willed person.

She shows him the note he does not remember writing. He is an honorable man who will not deny he wrote the request. Even though he is surprised by the note, he will not deny he wrote it.

That is quite an introduction to this story.

Unfortunately for me, the rest of the story does not really live up to the introduction.

Ms Grey is a talented author, but this book seemed to me to have some very slow spots.

Edwina and Rick both have things they are hiding from one another. Edwina carries her secret like a very heavy burden. Rick barely thinks about his secret at all.

Both Edwina and Rick are powerful characters. They both have been raised to be responsible for others. They both believe that they have a duty to those they love. And they both are immediately attracted to one another.

Ms Grey has created a good story. I would have liked it better if it had been more tightly constructed. Fewer slow spots would have made me an even happier reader.

I received this book from the publisher through NetGalley. I am voluntarily writing this review and all opinions are completely my own.

I really enjoyed this book. It’s been a little while since I’ve read a historical romance type book and this one didn’t disappoint. Loved the characters. Loved the story. Look forward to more. Will definitely read more from this author.

Richard and Edwina come together in marriage due to a simple letter proposing marriage as strangers.
Both are keeping secrets from each other that strain their relationship causing mistrust.
A fun fact: Edwina is one of triplets with red hair and green eyes.
Richard’s mother epitomizes the thoughts of the era with superstitions and nonsense regarding Edwina.
Took a long time for them to confide in each other but a fun heart happy ending.
Highly recommend.

Thank you to the author, Amelia Grey, the publisher St. Martin, and NetGalley for an e-arc of this book to read and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own and in no way influenced by this exchange.

Amelia Grey's "Sincerely, The Duke" is an adult historical romance following the Duke of Stonerick and Miss Edwina Fine's marriage of convenience after he picks her name from a list of eligible ladies entering society and writes a marriage proposal letter. When Miss Fine shows up at the Duke's doorstep, he is shocked to discover the letter was mailed out but eventually agrees to arrange a marriage between them. Not only is he attracted to her, but they both need this marriage for their own reasons. As their marriage continues, the Duke and Edwina can't help but fall for each other's personalities, affections, and determination to achieve their goals. Falling for each other blossoms from a friendship and potentially love, if only they would trust each other enough with their secrets.

I really enjoyed this story and want to start my review with how surprised I am that I enjoyed reading about the male main character more than the female main character. I found him endearing and relatable, a man that struggles to be around crowds and to trust people but still easily cares for them and willing to do so much for them. Edwina took longer to grow on me but I grew to understand her and care for her by the end. I admit both characters' secrets are a little ridiculous but I understand the concern and fear they had given the time they lived in. Both characters sparked my interest in the beginning but I gradually become more interested and hopeful for them, similarly to how they were curious about the other when they first met. Their romance was sweet and felt like a slow burn that started off with a mutual attraction to each other than grew into a friendship, trust, and affection. Despite their secrets, the couple communicated often, even having lengthy conversations that took up multiple pages a few times. My only gripes is that I would have liked to read more about the Duke's illness and I think more time could have been included between him wanting her to desire him and the first sex scene. Overall, this is a sweet historical romance that succeeded in what it was trying to do. I would read the other books in the series.


Tropes and Representation: marriage of convenience, triplet sisters, recurrent flareups of an illness,