Wetdryvac reviewed A duke by default by Alyssa cole (Reluctant royals) June 17, 2020 Public Alyssa cole: A duke by default (2018) 4 stars New York City socialite and perpetual hot mess Portia Hobbs is tired of disappointing her … Review of 'A duke by default' on 'Goodreads' 5 stars Much, much fun.