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“In her lively debut novel, Vicky Dreiling has penned a fresh, engaging take on Regency matchmaking that brims with clever wit and repartee. I found myself smiling and laughing out loud on numerous occasions. Here’s hoping for more of this promising new author’s historical romances!”

—Nicole Jordan,
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“An enchanting debut, full of humor and heart!”

—Madeline Hunter,
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“Vicky Dreiling delivers a tale chock full of warmth, wit, and tenderness. She’s sure to please readers everywhere!”

—Samantha James,
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“Sexy, fresh, and witty… A delicious read! Better than chocolate! Vicky Dreiling is an author to watch!”

—Sophie Jordan,
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“A terrific romp of a read!… Vicky is a bright new voice in romance.”

—Sarah MacLean,
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“Dreiling’s delightful debut combines the rituals of Regency courtship with TV’s
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… the inherent charm of the characters (especially the dowager duchess) keeps the pages flying until the surprising conclusion. Dreiling is definitely a newcomer to watch.”

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“Engaging… charming… the cast is solid as they bring humor, shenanigans, and deportment, but the tale belongs to the duke and his matchmaker.”

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This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or dead, is coincidental.

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How to Ravish a Rake
Copyright © 2011 by Vicky Dreiling

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First eBook Edition: July 2011

ISBN: 978-1-609-41908-0