The Odious Duke Author:Barbara Cartland Devastating good looks and an immense fortune make the elegant Duke of Selchester the town's most eligible nobleman. When he sets out to find the perfect wife -- who will present him with a perfect heir, yet leave him untouched by passion -- his plan is foiled by a chance encounter with the winsome beauty Verena, who teaches him what it really m... more »eans to be in love.« less