'Bridgerton lovers have found their next read' New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean, on Aphrodite and the Duke

An heiress and an outcast - a match made for scandal . . .

With her brother, the Duke of Everely, recently married to the beautiful Aphrodite Du Bell, Verity Eagleman feels more alone than ever. So when she's invited to stay in the Du Bells' clamorous, boisterous home, she leaps at the chance.

As the estranged bastard son of a Marquess, Theodore Darrington is forbidden to pursue anyone of the noble set, and no amount of social capital will change that. But fortunately for him, Verity has never cared much for the rules of society. . .

A scandalous romance blossoms as they give in to their all-consuming passion for one another. But when the concerns of her friends and family are voiced, will Verity throw caution to the wind and pursue her forbidden suitor . . .?

"Full of lush gowns, longing looks and lingering secrets, Bridgerton lovers have found their next read in Aphrodite and the Duke. JJ McAvoy is a welcome new voice in historical romance" - SARAH MACLEAN, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of A DUKE WORTH FALLING FOR

"An engrossing and original read celebrating strong women and the healing power of love" - SCARLETT PECKHAM, USA TODAY bestselling author of THE DUKE I TEMPTED

"Aphrodite and the Duke is a vibrant historical romance, full of heart, heat, and thrilling period drama. A delectable treat for fans of Bridgerton!" - MIMI MATTHEWS, USA TODAY bestselling author of THE SIREN OF SUSSEX

"Dramatic and diverting second chance romance . . . readers will easily fall in love with the protagonists. And, between the Bridgerton TV series and the forthcoming film adaptation of Mr. Malcom's List, the popularity of diverse historical romance is clear; McAvoy's addition to this growing genre comes right on time" - PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

"Aphrodite and the Duke was a delightful read, full of surprises! From the start, I felt like I was a part of the dynamic DuBell family. Odite was such a complex, beautifully drawn heroine. There were so many feels, laugh-out-loud and tender moments. I loved it" - AMALIE HOWARD, USA TODAY bestselling author of THE BEAST OF BESWICK