A review by queenhufflegruff
Say Yes to the Duke by Eloisa James

5.0

This is the first Eloisa James book I have read, but it won't be the last! I thought the plot was simple but quick-moving and fun. The heroine was witty and compassionate, and the male lead was strong and refreshingly non-domineering. The majority of the book focused on the relationship between the leads, and it was refreshing to see a male lead who doesn't neg the heroine to death after she displays her wit (constantly one-upping her and getting the better of her in "witty" conversations in terms of banter until he unequivocally proves his superiority). It was nice to see a hero who listened to the heroine, and respected her for her wit and sense of humor, and didn't feel the need to respond to and counteract everything she said. I also appreciated that the drama and big reveals of conflict were big only when the leads didn't communicate, and then they did, and everything was fine after they discussed it. Overall, a most enjoyable read.