“One of the most exciting new historical writers in a long time.” — Julia Quinn
"There's no other way to describe this fizzy historical romance than enchanting. The wry humor and witty banter explode off the page from the start…The Worst Duke in the World is a breezy, fizzy read that will cut through even the darkest winter doldrums." — Entertainment Weekly
“Attention, Bridgerton fans: if you're ready to delve deeper into the world of historical romances, The Worst Duke in the World by Lisa Berne is a fun place to start.” — Popsugar
“Deftly funny . . . [with] strengths that set it apart from typical Regency romances. A nice portrait of what courtship is like for a dedicated single parent.” — Kirkus Reviews
“A charming, fairy tale-like sensibility powering the latest blissfully romantic addition to Berne’s Penhallow series, following Engaged to the Earl (2020)... This is a transporting, transcendent triumph.” — Booklist (starred review)
"Berne’s sparkling fifth Penhallow Dynasty Regency romance...pairs an unconventional duke with the newest member of the wealthy Penhallow family. [The heroine’s] curious combination of naivete and street smarts makes her an endearing heroine, and the romance...is enhanced by witty banter. Series fans will be thrilled." — Publishers Weekly
"As light as a meringue and as sweet as honey, this romance is deliciously satisfying down to the last drop." — BookPage
"A delightfully fun read. The characters are amazing... The writing is brilliant, and readers will thoroughly enjoy The Worst Duke in the World." — Romance Reviews Today
"The beguiling fourth installment of Berne’s Penhallow Dynasty series (after The Bride Takes a Groom) is full of witty banter and sweet romance...This expertly plotted love story is a must-read for Regency fans." — Publishers Weekly on Engaged to the Earl
"The author’s effortlessly elegant writing and impeccably rendered Regency setting are perfectly paired with a full cadre of exquisitely realized characters and a delightfully done friends-to-lovers love story that is fueled by equal measures of sweet charm, sharp wit, and heart-melting sexual chemistry." — Booklist (starred review) on Engaged to the Earl