One Night with a Duke The Duke Series, Book 5 by Sandra Masters

When a spirited woman disrupts the world of a duke who follows the rules, sparks fly, passions ignite and planets collide.

Reclusive, cold as ice, the politically powerful Raven, Duke of Ravensmere, denies love after the tragic deaths of his duchess and baby. He is bound by his vow never to allow love to enter his heart again. Samantha Winston permits him to seek refuge in her carriage in a time of need, and what started as a kiss in the name of safety, becomes something more pleasurable and not so safe after all. In spite of every caution, his interest escalates into unexpected desire.

Samantha, a young widow with a secret, irreverent and high-spirited, has constructed impenetrable walls against all men. When she and Raven meet again, strong wills clash. Political intrigues and a dreaded nemesis place his life at risk, and Samantha finds herself in a dire predicament. All the while, passion soars. 

Can Samantha’s barriers fall with more kisses?

Can Raven be released from his deathbed vow?

I recently read this book as part of the Extreme Book Nerd Challenge for the category a book with royalty in it. The Russian prince was by far one of my favorite characters and I loved the fun spirit he brought to this wonderful, although somewhat tragic, romance. This is an adult read but it is a good one and if you like historical romance it's a great selection!