The Duke and I (Bridgerton Series, Book 1), ISBN-10 0380800829, ISBN-13 9780380800827, Quinn, Julia, Reissue edition, 384 pages, Publisher: Avon, Binding: Paperback Simon Basset, the irresistible Duke of Hastings, has hatched a plan to keep himself free from the towns marriage-minded society mothers. He pretends to be engaged to the lovely Daphne Bridgerton. After all, it isnt as if the brooding rogue has any real plans to marry - though there is something about the alluring Miss Bridgerton that sets Simons heart beating a bit faster. And as for Daphne, surely the clever debutante will attract some very worthy suitors now that it seems a duke has declared her desirable. But as Daphne waltzes across ballroom after ballroom with Simon, she soon forgets that their courtship is a complete sham. And now she has to do the impossible and keep herself from losing her heart and soul completely to the handsome hell-raiser who has sworn off marriage forever! Pre-Owned - GOOD Condition: The item might show general signs of tear and wear, some markings, highlighting, etc. from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and functions properly; all the text should be legible and all pages included. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, boxed set case, or bundled media may be missing. Accessories such as CDs/DVDs, access cards with codes, toys, dust covers, cardboards, etc. may not be included.