The Duke's Stolen Bride: The Rogue Files

Written by Sophie Jordan

Narrated by Faye Adele

From USA Today bestselling author Sophie Jordan comes a scandalously sensual romance in her beloved Rogue Files series.

“Deliciously sexy!”—Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author

An urgent dilemma…

To save her impoverished family, Marian Langley will become a mistress. But she will not be just any mistress. Marian intends to become so skilled, so coveted, that she can set her own terms, retaining control over her body and her fate. Only one problem remains: finding a tutor…

A scandalous solution…

Other men deprive themselves of pleasure for propriety’s sake. Nathaniel, Duke of Warrington, would much rather be depraved. He slakes his desires with professionals who ask nothing of him but his coin. Marian’s proposal—that he train her without taking her virtue—is an intriguing diversion, until their lessons in seduction spin out of control.

And a most unlikely duchess…

When Marian is blackmailed into engagement by a man she despises, Nate impulsively steals her away. Though he never intended to take a wife, he can’t tolerate the idea of Marian forfeiting her freedom to another. But can he bear to give her what she demands—a real marriage?

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperAudio
• Release date: Oct 22, 2019
• ISBN: 9780062962577

Sophie Jordan

Sophie Jordan grew up in the Texas hill country, where she wove fantasies of dragons, warriors, and princesses. A former high school English teacher, she’s the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of more than fifty novels. She now lives in Houston with her family. When she’s not writing, she spends her time overloading on caffeine (lattes preferred), talking plotlines with anyone who will listen (including her kids), and streaming anything that has a happily ever after.

Reviews for The Duke's Stolen Bride

[M A. I. · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I really really like this series. However, this might be the weakest so far.
I found the premise very interesting. Seeing how a young woman was in a desperate situation to the point where she's considering becoming a high-class courtesan. As interested as I was, I didn't quite see how the main characters fitted together. Don't get me wrong, I did like both of them and their chemistry was believable. But I can't say the same thing for their mutual affection. For me, it was rather sudden.
This might be a "me" thing but I wasn't a huge fan of the villain plot. Entirely dispensable.
And this might have to do with the audiobook, but whenever the sisters appeared I was a bit annoyed by them. But it might be the high-pitched voice the narrator used since one of the sisters was pretty young. That being said, I'm really looking forward to their stories!

[Caroline Korosec · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

this felt like it was written by a different author. I didn’t feel as connected to these characters compared to the previous 4. I wanted the characters to feel more fleshed out but they fell flat for me. Marian was so whiney and I didn’t care much for her

[wyvernfriend · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Marian Langliey decides that to save her impoverished family; and incidentally herself from a lecherous neighbour; she has to become a courtesan, that way she can sponsor her sisters and get them lives and loves and she can survive. She gets advice from a notorious neighbour and looks to the local rake to help her learn what to do but he starts to find reasons to keep her close.I enjoyed the way they sparked off each other and the retired Concubine was a hoot.

[spinsterrevival · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This was a fun and easy read, but I didn’t feel as though I learned enough about the hero and heroine; oddly and nicely not a lot of drama except the cookie cutter villain in the village blacksmith.