Thanks to NetGalley and Forever for this free digital copy in exchange for an honest review. This book is out now!
First--Alexis Hall is a story magician. THE RANGE PEOPLE. Okay.
A Lady For A Duke was so sweet and lovely. Viola and Gracewood are so completely swoon-worthy, but also deep and beautiful and endearing. This felt like a slow-burn for me and oh my...the ANGST. It is all worth it though. I do think the story ran a little long, but that is my only complaint, because this romance is so fulfilling and wonderful that really, who cares if it feels a little long. Also, the end is SO exciting and yes, I punched the air multiple times with joy. I thought I would be able to guess what the big conflict/climax would be, but I was completely wrong!
I love Viola's journey through this book--as a trans woman in Regency (I'm assuming Regency) society, she doesn't believe she can have the life she might want or be with the one she loves. Her journey to acceptance--not acceptance of who she knows she is, but of the life she could have--is heartwarming.
Important to note: the sex scenes are open door! Also, Gracewood deals with the effects of PTSD from battle. Both characters have trauma.
I would definitely recommend if you want a swoony, angst-ridden, slow-burn romance! I have two more of Hall's book ready to go on my Kindle and I can't wait!
Also...Happy Pride! 
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