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The Earl's Mistress (MacLachlan Family & Friends #10)
Par Liz Carlyle. 2014
A delectable but desperate governess runs headlong into the path of a notorious rake in this Regency romance by a…
New York Times–bestselling author.Women rarely refuse the wicked Earl of Hepplewood, whose daring exploits are only whispered about. But when his new governess answers his proposition with a slap, then stalks out, references in hand, Hepplewood finds more than his face is burning.Isabella Aldridge has brains, bravado, and beauty—but the latter is no use to a servant. Her circumstances are desperate, and with Hepplewood’s words ringing in her ears, Isabella realizes she must barter her most marketable asset…her body.But when fate sends Isabella back into Hepplewood’s arms, the earl must make an impossible choice—draw Isabella down into his sensual darkness, or behave with honor for the first time in his life.Praise for The Earl’s Mistress“Carlyle . . . deftly combines mesmerizing romance with a hint of mystery in this enticing Regency page-turner. . . . The encounters between Anthony and Isabella are extremely sensuous while supporting excellent character development. . . . Their story of mutual discovery will charm fans of historical romances.” —Publishers Weekly “In her latest exquisitely written and darkly inquisitive romance, RITA Award-winning Carlyle offers her signature and brilliant blend of superbly nuanced characters, bold sensuality, and deliciously dry wit in a romance to truly treasure.” —Booklist (starred review)The Earl's Complete Surrender: Secrets at Thorncliff Manor (Secrets At Thorncliff Manor Ser. #2)
Par Sophie Barnes. 2016
“Danger, scoundrels, betrayals and sizzling passion . . . the perfect example of what a Regency romance should be” from the USA Today–bestselling…
author (Fresh Fiction).Despite the diversions offered at Thorncliff Manor, former spy James, the Earl of Woodford, has one purpose in staying there. He must find an encoded book that exposes a conspiracy within the British aristocracy. And he must do so without revealing his purpose to the clever, tempting Chloe Heartly. The lady has a knack for appearing wherever it is least convenient. In the library. In the salon. And, especially, in his arms . . .Somewhere within Thorncliff’s labyrinth of rooms lies the journal Chloe desperately seeks. When she realizes the brooding, handsome earl is hunting the same quarry, Chloe enters into an uneasy partnership. But in the face of public danger and enemies hiding in plain sight, both must decide how much they’re willing to risk to solve the mysteries of the heart.“Delivers everything historical romance readers crave, including vividly etched characters, an involving plot shot through with intrigue and danger, and plenty of passionate romance.” —BooklistBy Love Unveiled
Par Sabrina Jeffries. 2013
From New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries, a wonderful revised edition of one of her earliest historical romances, originally…
written as Deborah Martin.Miss Marianne Winchilsea is running for her life from those whom she believes have attempted to kill the king. Forced to disguise herself, she trusts no one—especially not Garett Lockwood, the Earl of Falkham, who usurped her family home and who seems to be her most dangerous enemy. And what Garett sees behind her masquerade is a beautiful half gypsy enrobed in mystery, deception, and burning secrets. A woman he should avoid at all costs. In a world where treachery and betrayal reign, a sweet seduction rules their hearts—and dares them to risk their destinies on a passionate love that all the powerful forces of the world cannot defeat.Obsession
Par Katherine Sutcliffe. 2004
USA Today bestselling author Katherine Sutcliffe sweeps fans away to the passionate affair she began in Devotion, as one man's…
search for his lost love leads him to the heights of OBSESSION. Trey Hawthorne, the Duke of Salterdon, once had a reputation that would humble the Marquis de Sade. Then he found his heart's desire in gentle, innocent Maria Ashton, whose healing touch ignited a forbidden passion between the noble duke and the lowborn vicar's daughter. Defying his family, Hawthorne intended to wed Maria -- but she mysteriously vanished before he could take her as his bride. After tirelessly searching for her for months, Trey gave up hope and reverted to his former wicked ways. Now, chance has led Trey to his beloved at last -- but the devastating truth behind her disappearance might prove more than he can bear. As he fights to rescue his beautiful Maria from a life of torment, Trey wonders if in saving her, he will also finally save himself -- or if the fight will cost him everything....What We Become: A Novel
Par Arturo Pérez-Reverte. 2016
&“Pérez-Reverte summons the romantic spirit of an old black-and-white movie: impossibly glamorous, undeniably wistful.&” – Kirkus Reviews (starred review) &“An…
intoxicating entertainment, pulsing with life.&”— Booklist (starred review) &“Sparkling with witty dialogue, this elegantly translated thriller is enthusiastically recommended to sophisticated readers and those who wish to be.&” – Library Journal (starred review) In 1928, aboard the Cap Polonio—a lavish transatlantic cruise ship bound for Buenos Aires—Max Costa locks eyes with Mecha Inzunza across the first-class ballroom. They are an unlikely match. He is a thief, sleek and refined, hired to dance with unaccompanied passengers. She is the elegant wife of an accomplished composer, accustomed only to luxury. But as they embrace in a fiery tango, a steamy and dangerous love affair ignites—following them from the ship&’s gentle sways in the Atlantic night to the seedy decadence of Buenos Aires. Yet as quickly as their affair begins, the two lovers are torn apart. In Nice, 1937, Max and Mecha&’s lives intersect for a second time and they rekindle their dalliance with ease. But in the wake of a perilous mission gone awry, Mecha looks after her charming paramour until a deadly encounter with a Spanish spy forces Max to flee. Decades later in Sorrento at the height of the Cold War, Max once again runs into trouble—and Mecha. Their attraction is undeniable but with KGB agents on Max&’s trail, the small glimmer of hope is becoming increasingly dim. A mesmerizing tale of love and adventure, espionage and honor, What We Become is Arturo Pérez-Reverte at his finest, with elegant prose reminiscent of his beloved novel, The Club Dumas. Sweeping through time and across borders, What We Become proves that love, much like a great novel, is timeless and enduring.Hers To Command
Par Margaret Moore. 2006
A young noblewoman begs a knight to protect her land but she cannot protect her heart from him in this…
medieval romance by a USA Today bestseller.Sir Henry was a knight-errant, capable of impressive prowess on the battlefield . . . and in bed. Finding two sisters—one stunningly beautiful, the other steadfast and determined—waiting patiently in his chamber, he entertained their proposition: a generous sum in exchange for commanding their men-at-arms in a battle to save their land.Seduced by the beauty of Gisele, yet irresistibly drawn to the intelligence of Mathilde, a proud woman as complex as her secrets, Henry accepts their offer. But as invaders close in, it is Mathilde who must dare to trust her deepest desires—and the man willing to fight for all he is worth to prove his honor.Praise for Hers to Command“Touching . . . Colorful and compelling details of life in the Middle Ages, from battle strategies to food, abound.” —Publishers WeeklyBound by Your Touch: Rushed To The Altar, A Courtesan's Scandal, Bound By Your Touch
Par Meredith Duran. 2009
In the vein of classic authors like Julia Quinn, Sarah MacLean, and Eloisa James, award-winning and USA TODAY bestselling author…
Meredith Duran returns with a bluestocking bent on justice who plays a dangerous game of seduction with London&’s most scandalous viscount.Silver-tongued Viscount Sanburne is London&’s favorite scapegrace. Alas, Lydia Boyce has no interest in being charmed. When his latest escapade exposes a plot to ruin her family, she vows to handle it herself, as she always has done. Certainly she requires no help from a too-handsome dilettante whose main achievement is being scandalous. But Sanburne&’s golden charisma masks a sharper mind and darker history than she realizes. He shocks Lydia by breaking past her prim facade to the woman beneath...and the hidden fire no man has ever recognized. But as she follows him into a world of intrigue, she will learn that the greatest danger lies within—in the shadowy, secret motives of his heart.A Reckless Promise (The Little Season #3)
Par Kasey Michaels. 2016
A nobleman takes in a ward and her beautiful chaperone whom he must keep from falling for in in this…
Regency romance from a New York Times–bestselling author.It’s the kind of vow often made on the battlefield. Darby Travers, Viscount Nailbourne, never imagines he’ll have to honor it. Yet here she is on his doorstep—his late comrade’s young daughter, and Darby’s new ward. Worse, she comes with the most overprotective, mistrustful, bothersome chaperone—the child’s aunt, Sadie Grace Boxer. Darby is quite sure that behind her lovely facade, the woman is guarding a secret.Sadie Grace faced many trials working in her brother’s surgery, but none prepared her for the world she’s thrust into with his passing. Navigating the ton, with its endless ball gowns and parade of parties, is difficult enough, but hiding the truth about her niece while the sophisticated viscount watches her every move proves nearly impossible—particularly when his searing gaze tempts her to bare all. But when her family’s past catches up with her, she’ll have to trust in Darby—no matter the cost to her heart.“Kasey Michaels aims for the heart and never misses.” —New York Times–bestselling author Nora RobertsEnraptured (Secrets of the Loch #3)
Par Candace Camp. 2016
In the enticing novel from New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Candace Camp&’s &“poignant, sensual, emotion-packed&” (RT Book…
Reviews) Regency romance series, Secrets of the Loch, an unlikely duo discovers love may be the greatest prize of all when they join an exciting treasure hunt through the Scottish Highlands.When Coll Munro finds himself supervising an archaeological dig on the sprawling Highlands estate of Duncally, the handsome Scot&’s only worry is his former crofter friends, who seem to delight in making his job as hard as possible. Little does he know his biggest problem comes in a much smaller package. Gorgeous Violet Thornhill is an exasperating, meddling bluestocking who came to the site to examine the ruins and instead finds herself studying Coll. The unyielding Highlander and the headstrong English beauty clash at every turn. But when a midnight intruder threatens Violet and the excavation itself, these polar opposites must work together to solve a decades-old mystery. As Coll and Violet race to decipher long-buried clues, will they discover riches hidden years ago...or an unbridled passion more precious than gold?Velvet Song (A montgomery Novel Ser. #Vol. 20)
Par Jude Deveraux. 1991
Two outcasts in medieval England are brought together and share a destiny of passion in the third of the Velvet…
Montgomery Annals Quadrilogy from the New York Times bestselling author of The Duchess. With her father murdered, her home burned, lovely Alyx Blackelt fled to the woods and found sanctuary in the camp of Raine Montgomery, a nobleman outlawed by the king&’s edict. There she hid her beauty in the guise of a boy, and her sorrow in her work as Montgomery&’s squire. But how long could such loveliness as hers be hidden? How long could such a gallant man&’s desires be blind? And how soon—even as a blood feud raged between the Montgomery family and the Chatworth, as angry swords clattered in the name of family honor—one woman&’s love would make all the difference...one woman&’s love would inflame a hero&’s passion, touch a kings pity, and raise a song of praise in every English heart.Deadly Kisses (The Francesca Cahill Novels #2)
Par Brenda Joyce. 2006
A Gilded Age socialite-turned-sleuth must clear her fiancé of murder in the New York Times–bestselling author’s historical mystery romance series.Called…
to the home of her fiancé’s former mistress late one night, Francesca Cahill finds her curiosity piqued. But upon arrival, she is shocked to find Daisy Jones’s bloodied body . . . and even more devastated when the evidence points to one suspect: her fiancé, Calder Hart.Francesca refuses to believe that Calder is capable of such an act. Still, she is unable to shake her instinctive sense that Calder is lying about something. The police are far less inclined to believe his innocence, and Calder is arrested for Daisy’s murder. But Francesca’s heart is not easily swayed—until a life-altering secret is exposed that could destroy their future together.When the Rogue Returns (The Duke's Men #2)
Par Sabrina Jeffries. 2014
The second sparkling book in the New York Times bestselling Duke’s Men historical romance series, featuring the Duke’s cousin and…
a skilled female jeweler who must unravel a mystery ten years in the making.They are the Duke&’s Men, an investigative agency born from family pride and irresistible passion, risking their lives—and sometimes their hearts—as they unravel shocking deceptions and scandalous transgressions! Victor Cale never imagined that his sweet, shy bride, Isabella, would use her talent for creating exquisite imitation jewels in a criminal way. But there&’s no denying that Isa&’s handiwork was used in the brazen heist of the Dutch royal family&’s diamonds—after she disappeared into the night. Ten years later, still reeling from her betrayal and enraged that her duplicitous side was so undetectable, Victor is sent to Edinburgh to investigate a wealthy baron&’s mysterious brideto- be. Simple enough—until the &“fiancée&” proves to be Isa, masquerading as an alluring young widow. No longer the meek and mild girl he once knew, the bold woman vehemently asserts that it was Victor who abandoned her after he helped steal the royal diamonds! Piecing together the truth of the past reawakens their volatile passion, which burns hotter than ever. But with a decade of secrets between them, Victor and Isa must trust each other in order to bring the real thieves to justice—without getting burned themselves.Ransom (Large Print Book Ser. #2)
Par Julie Garwood. 1999
Travel to medieval Scotland in #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Garwood&’s beloved classic—a &“rip-roaring romp, full of humor,…
romance, sword fights, and crisp dialogue...so much fun, it begs to be read in one sitting&” (The Cedar Rapids Gazette).In the dark days after the death of Richard the Lionheart, lives and lands fell into upheaval at the hands of the power-hungry King John and his violent minions. One victim was innocent Gillian, who was just a child when the cruel and ambitious Baron Alford, determined to recover for the despotic king a jeweled box that slipped through his fingers, slaughtered her father and tore her family apart. A decade later, Gillian once again crosses paths with the nefarious baron, but instead of losing everything like she had as a child, she finds the key to resolving her past in two handsome Scottish chieftains. With the cunning and courage of the daring Scotsmen and the friendship of a new ally named Bridgid KirkConnell, Gillian at last has she what needs to reclaim her home, her family, and her father&’s reputation. But in the presence of the mighty warriors, Gillian and Bridgid discover that desire can be a weapon of conquest, betrayal can slay trust in a heartbeat, and the greatest risk of all is to surrender to unexpected love.How to Abduct a Highland Lord (The MacLean Curse #1)
Par Karen Hawkins. 2007
In a delightfully sexy and witty series, New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Karen Hawkins creates an unforgettable…
couple locked in a marriage that begins with a desperate feud—and ends in seduction.It’s hardly the type of wedding Fiona MacLean dreamed of. No family, no guests, just a groom who’s been dragged—literally—to the altar. But if marriage to Black Jack Kincaid, the handsome wastrel she’d sworn never to see again, will avert a bloody war between their clans, so be it. Surely she can share his bed without losing her heart…Known throughout Scotland and London as a wild rogue, Jack is accustomed to waking in dire situations, but…married? Long ago, he and Fiona reveled in a youthful passion. Now, the fiery, sensual lass is his once more. And though their marriage is in name only, Jack is determined to win her forever—body and soul…Twin of Ice
Par Jude Deveraux. 2013
In this historical Western-set romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Jude Deveraux, a demure beauty faces a life-changing…
decision: stay safely ensconced in everything she knows, or risk it all for what just might be true love?Jude Deveraux entwines the frontier adventures of two unforgettable sisters—demure beauty Houston Chandler and her independent, hot-tempered twin Blair—who discover heartfelt passions as powerfully compelling as ice and fire...Happily betrothed to Dr. Lee Westfield, Houston is every bit the good girl she was raised to be. So when faced with Kane Taggert's brash marriage proposal, Houston is outwardly shocked. But beneath her gracious demeanor lies a woman of hidden longings -- and her defenses begin to melt the second this rugged stranger touches his hungry lips to hers.Twin of Fire (Taggert #2)
Par Jude Deveraux. 1985
A steamy historical romance from the bestselling author of The Summerhouse, Temptation, and Sweet Liar.Jude Deveraux entwines the frontier adventures…
of two unforgettable sisters—demure beauty Houston Chandler and her independent, hot-tempered twin Blair—who discover heartfelt passions as powerfully and compelling as ice and fire...While dreaming of practicing medicine, Blair falls in love with her placid sister's fianceé, himself a doctor. Blair's impetuous spirit has won her a medical degree in a man's world—and captured Lee Westfield's heart. But even as the couple's ardor grows, there are nights when Lee disappears only to return exhausted, haunted. His silence imperils their love—but the truth would imperil her life.The Temptress: A Novel (Montgomery/taggert Ser. #Vol. 78)
Par Jude Deveraux. 1986
From New York Times bestselling doyenne of romance, Jude Deveraux&’s sexy novel from her popular series featuring the Montgomery family…
is a wild tale of romance on the run—when a kidnapper falls for his beautiful mark...who is the true captive?With a daughter as strong-willed and independent as Christiana, her father is certain she won&’t come home on her own—so he decides to send two men to bring her back. So, with the blazing spirit of a true Montgomery, heiress and newspaper reporter Christiana Montgomery Mathison bravely defies the two men who abduct her. Forced into the primitive rain forests of the Washington Territory, she is swept into a thrilling adventure. Amid schemes of greed and intrigue, the bold beauty resists the wooing of one captor and cleverly entices the other, the mysterious and fatally handsome Tynan, a man who desires her...but must refuse her love at all costs.To Scotland, With Love (The MacLean Curse #2)
Par Karen Hawkins. 2007
In this saucy battle of the sexes, New York Times bestseller Karen Hawkins pits a hard-headed Scottish lord with an…
unusual family curse against a headstrong heiress who has a solution for every problem...except her own wayward heart.When Lord Gregor MacLean learns his childhood friend, Venetia Oglivie, has been abducted by a fortune hunter, he rides off to Scotland in hot—and very annoyed—pursuit. Venetia's soft heart has gotten her in major trouble this time: if he doesn't rescue her swiftly, the scandal will ostracize the provocative wench! The only sensible member of her family, Venetia is sure she can fix any problem, even this one. So when an irate Gregor catches up with her, arrogantly expecting a hero's welcome, the sparks between them begin to fly. Then an unexpected snowstorm traps them at an inn, and Gregor discovers his feelings for the lovely Venetia are far warmer than he realized—fiery enough to burn down the inn! Now if he can only convince Venetia that his motive for marriage isn't duty...but desire.What the Duke Desires (The duke's Men Ser. #1)
Par Sabrina Jeffries. 2013
From the New York Times bestselling author who &“delivers lively lovers&” and &“entertaining, sensual historical romance&” (Booklist) comes the first…
in her new series The Duke&’s Men, featuring the Duke of Lyons and the illegitimate daughter of a viscount. They are the Duke&’s Men—an investigative agency born out of family pride and irresistible passion...and they risk their lives and hearts to unravel any shocking deception or scandalous transgression. Maximilian Cale, the Duke of Lyons, accepted long ago that his kidnapped brother was dead. When a cryptic note from investigator Tristan Bonnaud claims otherwise, Max seeks out Tristan&’s sister, Lisette—and is infuriated to learn that Tristan has mysteriously vanished. Have the siblings perpetrated an elaborate hoax? Or is the fiercely protective beauty as innocent as she claims? Fearful that the powerful duke will destroy Tristan&’s career in his zeal for the truth, the clever Lisette convinces Max to accompany her to Paris in a joint search for their loved ones. But their journey takes a seductive twist when they pose as an ordinary husband and wife—not an English duke with a tarnished family name and the illegitimate daughter of a viscount—and discover an exhilarating passion free from the damning secrets of the past. With the line between danger and desire enticingly blurred, they discover that some mysteries, like those of the heart, are answered tenfold in the bliss of a true and trusting love.Sleepless in Scotland (The MacLean Curse #4)
Par Karen Hawkins. 2009
New York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins continues to delight with this amusing and sizzling story of Regency escapades, when…
a proper English miss and a dashing Highland laird find their mutual passion.When sensible Catriona Hurst sets off in pursuit of her wild twin sister, Caitlyn—whose plan to trap the handsome laird of Clan MacLean into marriage will lead her to sure disaster—she never expects the journey to end with her own wedding. First Triona is caught in MacLean&’s carriage, then she&’s roundly scolded, and then—to her shocked surprise— thoroughly kissed! She is caught, body and soul, by the laird&’s enigmatic younger brother, Hugh MacLean, who had set a trap for the unprincipled sister and refuses to believe that he&’s caught the other. While Hugh is enchanted by Triona&’s delightful response to his kiss, he soon realizes that she is not who he thought, but an innocent whom honor demands he wed immediately. And he also discovers that letting the passionate Triona into his bed is far easier than keeping her out of his many concerns—even the ones he&’d planned to keep secret!