Lettie's brother and Anthony’s former best friend, whose past relationship with Anthony is central to the novel's conflict. Reception and Reviews The book has been generally well-received by readers:
The story follows , a "bookish and spirited" young woman who has remained unmarried and is considered a "spinster" by society standards. Facing a future of dependency on her family’s charity, Lettie is on the verge of accepting a proposal from her only suitor. Defying the Duke by Christi Caldwell
Her life changes when she is reunited with , who was once her hero and her brother’s best friend. Years earlier, Anthony committed an "unforgivable betrayal" against Lettie's brother, leading to a long estrangement. Now a brooding and burdened Duke, Anthony is drawn to the woman Lettie has become, even though she is the last person he should pursue due to his past actions. Key Characters Lettie's brother and Anthony’s former best friend, whose
Readers often praise the "crisp" writing and the dynamic between the "quiet storm" Lettie and the "moody" Anthony. Series and Availability Her life changes when she is reunited with