A Tropical Rebel Gets the Duke - (Las Leonas) by Adriana Herrera (Paperback)

About the Book

Paris, 1889. Physician Aurora Montalban Wright takes risks in her career, but never with her heart. Running an underground women's clinic exposes her to certain dangers, but help arrives in the unexpected form of the infuriating Duke of Annan. Begrudgingly, Aurora accepts his protection, then promptly finds herself in his bed. New to his role as a duke, Apollo César Sinclair Robles struggles to embrace his position. With half of society waiting for him to misstep and the other half looking to discredit him, Apollo never imagined that his enthralling bedmate would become his most trusted adviser. Soon, he realizes the rebellious doctor could be the perfect duchess for him. But Aurora won't give up her independence, and her secrets make her unsuitable for the aristocracy. When dangerous figures from their pasts return to threaten them, Apollo whisks Aurora away to the French Riviera. Far from the reproachful eye of Parisian society, can Apollo convince Aurora that their bond is stronger than the forces keeping them apart?"--

Book Synopsis

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He's not like other dukes...

Paris, 1889

Physician Aurora Montalban Wright takes risks in her career, but never with her heart. Running an underground women's clinic exposes her to certain dangers, but help arrives in the unexpected form of the infuriating Duke of Annan. Begrudgingly, Aurora accepts his protection, then promptly finds herself in his bed.

New to his role as a duke, Apollo César Sinclair Robles struggles to embrace his position. With half of society waiting for him to misstep and the other half looking to discredit him, Apollo never imagined that his enthralling bedmate would become his most trusted adviser. Soon, he realizes the rebellious doctor could be the perfect duchess for him. But Aurora won't give up her independence, and her secrets make her unsuitable for the aristocracy.

When dangerous figures from their pasts return to threaten them, Apollo whisks Aurora away to the French Riviera. Far from the reproachful eye of Parisian society, can Apollo convince Aurora that their bond is stronger than the forces keeping them apart?

Can't get enough of the Las Leonas?

• Book 1: A Caribbean Heiress in Paris
• Book 2: An Island Princess Starts a Scandal
• Book 3: A Tropical Rebel Gets the Duke

Review Quotes

PRAISE FOR ADRIANA HERRERA

"A masterclass in romance writing and plotting...An extraordinary finale to a series that deserves to be esteemed as among the best in the genre." --Kirkus

"Herrera caps off her mighty 'Las Leonas' series with a heartbreakingly timely showcase of love triumphing in a world full of dangerous injustices. Recommended for readers who are craving emotionally fulfilling and steamy historical romances that do not shy away from the realities of the era." --Library Journal, a starred review

"A female doctor in 1880s Paris becomes entangled with a duke in Herrera's breathless final Las Léonas romance...Herrera infuses their romance with her trademark sensuality while using their story to probe themes of racism, sexism, and abortion access. This is a worthy finale." --Publishers Weekly

"Adriana Herrera is an auto-buy author for me! Her romances are filled with deeply nuanced characters, top-notch banter, and electric chemistry--I just can't get enough." --Bookish

"If you like your historicals with loads of historical detail, deep social commentary, and deliciously steamy romance, Herrera's Las Leonas series can't be missed." --Paste Magazine, a "Most Anticipated Romance of 2025"

"Tropical Rebel is a fabulous addition to the joyful and powerful Las Leonas series and while it can be read on its own, you won't regret grabbing all three." --Oprah Daily

"The Leonas are a gift to historical romance readers, a heartfelt ode to the dreams and desires of Caribbean women, engrossing adventures, and above all, a reminder that wherever there is evil, hate, and small-mindedness, there is also love, compassion, empathy, and human beings ready to change the world." --Entertainment Weekly, Heat Rating: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Grade: A+