This was an enjoyable read. I liked the semi How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days premise, at least that's how I viewed the bets in the story. Overall, I liked Boudicca and Wesley, but I wasn't fully able to get myself into the story. It was still fun and had enjoyable spicy scenes. I look forward to reading more in this series.

As a seasoned regency era romance reader, what's there not to like?

Fierce fmc? Dumb but whipped mmc? Sexy fencing? Healthy communication? Sign me in.

Excited to check out author's previous books and waiting for all the other sisters' books.

thank you #netgalley for the arc of #TheDukesSpinster

This was a highly entertaining read.
Fast-paced and steamy, this novella is full of interesting characters and great banter.
I cannot wait for the other books in this series.

This book was provided to me by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This novella opens with Boudicca and her sisters at a society event husband hunting, all four of them are out and this season they want to get serious about finding a husband so one of the sisters offers a wager, suggesting they all need to find themself a duke to marry. Across the dancefloor, Wesley's friend is also offering him a wager, that he must offer to marry the next eligible woman he bumps into. And then the two of them collide.
The pace of this book moved quickly introducing us to Wesley's friend group and Boudicca's exciting sisters. Wesley makes some questionable decisions and their courting scenes are hilarious with both of them trying their best to sabotage the experience and ensure no true feelings develop through their courtship. Boudicca and her sisters live up to their warrior namesakes by practicing fighting with various weapons and live on the cusp of the rules of what is proper.
This book moved me to tears; watching Boudicca have her moment of triumph over society and over the men who think themselves better than her was powerful and exciting.
I look forward to seeing the sisters get their stories in the future!

Wesley is friends with his Betting Buddies, other Dukes with fun and challenges.
The latest bet is to bump into a woman, court her and propose.
Wesley bumps into Boudicca (Bodi) a spinster with a few supportive sisters all planning for Dukes of their own.
Their courtship is unusual as Bodi is a fencing expert and they match up against each other.
Compelling banter, enjoyable characters, easy fun read.
Looking forward to the sisters and Dukes matching up.

Lady Boudicca is a spinster, the eldest of four sisters and she’s quite happy with her future plans for independence until her sisters dare each other to marry dukes. She’ll go along with the dare just to prove to them that she’s not made for love. But when she bumps into a handsome albeit arrogant duke and ends up dancing with him, she doesn’t expect him to show up at her house the next day. And the next. And the next.
Wesley, Duke of Baskim, rejects every woman he’s crossed paths with. But then his friends take charge of his love life in one of their notorious bets. So when he bumps into a gorgeous albeit strong-willed woman at a ball, he has to follow through on the bet. Despite how difficult she’s being, he has to win this bet.
The first in a new series & a very well written delightful romance. I loved both Wesley & Bodi. They were so well matched & were only ‘seeing’ each other for him to win a bet & for her to win a dare with her sisters until they weren’t. I loved how they fell for each other, they talked, they had witty banter & they were mature. Boy did she make him jump through hoops, flowers, chocolates & a gift! The chemistry sizzled & they were perfect for each other. I can’t wait for the next three books
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own

A steamy & romantic novella! I really enjoyed this one. It had great MMCs, a wonderful group of sisters and a fun plot.

Highly recommend!

One bet and dare puts two headstrong, clever intelligent people who have a penchant to win at all costs together on a spiraling journey of love.

Bodi and Wesley are destined to be together. They are so well matched, and the dialogue and challenges were just fitting to the storyline. I really liked how they talked and respected each other. Cannot wait for the next 3 pairs to fall.

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I am very impressed with the family of girls, named after female warriors who all specialize in weapons training. I also didn't know a single thing about fencing, but I feel like I got an education on it by reading this book. Bodi and Wesley were truly a great couple. She made him work for everything, and good for her. This was one hot book that also made me cry. Good job, excellent all around.
Thank you to netgalley for the gift of this book. Opinions are my own.