The Duke and I is a captivating romance novel that follows the story of Simon Basset, the irresistible Duke of Hastings, and Daphne Bridgerton, his best friend's younger sister.

After returning to London from a six-year journey around the world, Simon is determined to never marry, so he hatches a plan to court Daphne in order to distract the marriage-obsessed mothers of society.

However, as their fake relationship unfolds, Daphne finds herself falling for the charming and witty duke, despite her initial reservations about his lack of interest in marrying her.

With a powerfully romantic plot and a cast of lovable characters, The Duke and I is a must-read for anyone looking for a heartwarming and hilarious romance novel that will leave you smiling long after the last page has been turned.