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The Governess Game (Girl Meets Duke, #2)

Tessa Dare
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The Governess Game (Girl Meets Duke, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Tessa Dare

The Governess Game (Girl Meets Duke, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

373

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Regency

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Governess Game by Tessa Dare is a historical romance novel. It focuses on a woman who becomes a governess for a mischievous set of children and the evolving relationship she shares with their guardian, a reformed rake. The narrative explores themes of love, trust, and personal growth in a Regency-era setting.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

40,313 ratings

72%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tessa Dare's The Governess Game captivates readers with its charming romance and witty dialogue. Positively remarked for its engaging characters and heartfelt moments, the novel shines in its humor and chemistry between leads. However, some critics find the plot predictable and pacing uneven. Overall, it remains a delightful read for historical romance enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Governess Game (Girl Meets Duke, #2)?

Readers who enjoy witty historical romance with a blend of humor and heart will love The Governess Game by Tessa Dare. Fans of Julia Quinn's Bridgerton series or Lisa Kleypas's Wallflowers series will find a similar charm in Dare's engaging characters and captivating Regency-era setting.

4.1

40,313 ratings

72%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

373

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Regency

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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