Lady Like A Novel
Lady Like A Novel by Mackenzi Lee, published by Random House on September 9, 2025, is a 384-page work in English that explores the unexpected romance between two women vying for the same duke. Harriet Lockhart, a performer who has defied societal norms, faces the pressure of finding a husband to secure her trust fund. Meanwhile, Emily Sergeant, who has longed for marriage but is hindered by her past, escapes to London in search of a more suitable fiancé. Their paths cross as they both set their sights on the duke, leading to a humorous and engaging narrative.
Readers will find a delightful blend of romance and comedy as Harriet and Emily navigate the complexities of their desires amidst the backdrop of Regency London. The story unfolds through a series of comedic encounters, from lavish balls to unexpected duels, highlighting themes of love and self-discovery. As the two women compete for the duke’s attention, they discover that their true affections may lie elsewhere, creating a feel-good atmosphere that resonates with fans of LGBTQ+ romance and historical fiction.
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Two women set their sights on marrying the same duke, but instead of becoming enemies, they find themselves falling in love—though not with him.
“My new favorite romance author.”—Julia Quinn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Bridgerton series
“A genuinely, strikingly funny romantic romp. I inhaled it!”—Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Great Big Beautiful Life
Harriet Lockhart never planned to marry. She has spent her life defying expectations, playing male roles on London’s seediest stages, and doing whatever she pleases. When Harry is contacted by her hitherto anonymous father, she finds herself at risk of losing the trust fund that’s subsidized her lifestyle—unless she begins to lead a more respectable life, starting with finding a husband.
Emily Sergeant, the picture of modesty, has only ever wanted to marry. And were it not for one mistake in her youth that rendered her a social pariah, she would be appropriately betrothed. Instead, she’s due to wed the only willing—and most abominable—man in her small town. Desperate for an alternative, Emily flees to London to snag a less lecherous fiancé.
Worlds collide, dramatically and hilariously, when both women decide on the very same duke as their best possible chance at a tolerable husband and a secure future. A tongue-in-cheek romp through London’s summer season, from balls to brothels, horseraces to duels, Harry and Emily compete for the duke’s favor, only to find their true hearts’ desires may be more compatible than they could have ever predicted.
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