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Rose in Bloom: A Novella
Par Stephanie Laurens. 2004
Childhood enemies reunite as adults—and do more than kiss and make up—in this Regency romance novella first published in Scottish…
Brides.Every Rose has its thorn . . . especially Rose MacKenzie-Craddock! When they were children, the willful girl was the thorn in the Earl of Strathyre’s side. Now, as a beautiful woman, Rose drives the Earl wild with desire. But even grown-ups can play some most interesting games . . .Wings of the Falcon
Par Barbara Michaels. 1977
The death of her English father left Francesca alone and unprotected, with nowhere to turn but to the noble Italian…
family of her late mother. Adrift in a strange land, surrounded by cold and suspicious relatives who had disowned her mother on her wedding day, Francesca is determined to make the best of a bad situation. But nothing could have prepared her for the nest of dark secrets and oppressive cruelty she has been cast into. And her fate now rests in the hands of a mysterious horseman known as the Falcon, whose appearance will speed her salvation ... or hasten her doom.The Outlaw Viking (Viking I Series #2)
Par Sandra Hill. 1995
As tall and striking as the Valkyries of legend, Dr. Rain Jordan is proud of her Norse ancestors despite their…
warlike ways. But she can't believe her eyes when a blow to her head transports her to a nightmarish battlefield of yore—and there standing before her is the barbarian of her dreams.A wild-eyed berserker, Selik can slay a dozen Saxons with a single swing of his deadly sword—yet he can't control a saucy wench from the future. In his eyes, Rain is a prisoner and he'd dearly love to avail himself of her medical skills—not to mention her considerable knowledge of the male anatomy. But the infuriating woman has ideas of her own. If Selik isn't careful, the stunning siren might very well capture his savage heart and make a warrior of love out of . . . The Outlaw VikingWet & Wild (Viking II Series #4)
Par Sandra Hill. 2011
What do you get when you cross a Viking with a Navy SEAL?A warrior with fierce instincts of the past…
and the rigorous training of America’s most elite fighting corps . . .A totally buff hero-in-the-making who hasn’t had a woman in roughly a thousand years . . .A wise guy with a time-warped sense of humor drilling with the boys . . .A dyed-in-the-wool romantic with a hopeless crush on his seriously hot, hands-off superior officer . . .You get every woman’s dream-man come true! And even though his adjustment to the modern rules of love may be a bit . . . rough, the outcome will most definitely be . . . Wet & WildTruly, Madly Viking (Viking II Series #2)
Par Sandra Hill. 2000
Mad about youHis boat off course, distracted by a randy she-whale whose infatuation had somehow thrust him into the twenty-first…
century, Jorund Ericsson thought he’d found heaven when he caught sight of the comely wench with the man-hair and the kiss-some lips. The lovely doctor, however, simply thought Jorund insane—even as she drove the befuddled Viking crazy with her enticing figure.He leapt from the water and into Maggie’s life, all sinewy muscles in a flawlessly proportioned body, a swath of long blond hair swept back from his brow. His claim to be a Viking from the tenth century made her smile. But it wasn’t laughter that caused her stomach to flutter when the Hercules look-alike claimed her lips. And soon he had her believing his story and questioning her own sanity—though the psychologist realized there was another possibility. They were, neither of them, truly mad . . . simply truly, madly in love.Something Sweeter (Sweet, Texas Ser. #3)
Par Candis Terry. 2014
The men in Texas are hard to resist . . .Seattle event planner Allison Lane is an expert at delivering…
the perfect wedding—even if she might not exactly believe in the whole "'til death do us part" thing. When her father decides to tie the knot with a woman he barely knows, Allison heads to Sweet, Texas, to make sure his new honey is the real deal. What she didn't expect to find at the local honky-tonk was a sexy Southern man as bent on charming her pants off as he is on blowing her "true love doesn't exist" theory all to hell.And they always promise . . .Veterinarian, former Marine, and Sweet's favorite playboy Jesse Wilder takes one look at Allison and knows she's a handful of trouble he can't deny. But even after a sizzling kiss and obvious mutual attraction, it seems Allison has no such problem. When Jesse uncovers her sweet side, can he crush his playboy image, melt her cynical heart, and change her mind about taking a trip down the aisle?Something sweeterMegan Frampton's Dukes Behaving Badly series is back, though this time it's an earl who's meeting his match in a…
delightfully fun and sexy novella! What's a lovely young woman doing asleep in his bed? Matthew, Earl of Selkirk, is shocked to discover it's his new housekeeper! She's a far cry from the gray-haired woman he expected. Matthew is no fan of surprises, and Annabelle Tyne is pure temptation. Perhaps he shouldn't have had her hired sight unseen.Annabelle, co-owner of the Quality Employment Agency, is no housekeeper, but she wasn't about to lose a potential client simply because there was no one to fit the bill. Imagine her shock when the earl arrives at his London townhome and she's awoken in the night by the most attractive man she's ever seen.Matthew is a man who lives life by the rules, but sometimes rules are made to be broken … and being bad can be very, very good.Sara Bennett concludes her fan-favorite Husband Hunters series with an earl, an heiress, and an accidental attraction . . .Too…
wicked for proper society and in dire financial straits, Rufus Blainey, the Earl of Southbrook, knows but one solution: to marry an heiress. So when innocent and beautiful Lady Averil Martindale waltzes into his life, Rufus can't imagine a more perfect scenario: woo her, win her, bankrupt her.Averil has no intention of spending her life or her money alone. An orphan, she's determined to find her lost half sister and reclaim what little family she has left. When Rufus offers to help locate the elusive girl, Averil is grateful and more than a little intrigued by the handsome, dashing rogue.Everything is going according to Rufus's plan. That is until, despite his best efforts, he begins to fall totally, madly, sincerely in love with Averil . . . but will she marry him once she learns the truth?Lessons in Love (The Regency Intrigue Series #3)
Par M. C. Beaton. 2011
What began as a desperate bargain may become an affair of the heart in this novel by &“a romance writer…
who deftly blends humor and adventure&” (Booklist). Lady Lucinda Esmond&’s swine of a father was forever fleecing young bucks in London&’s gaming halls—until he met Cpt. Mark Chamfrey, who, having been once cheated, would not be made a fool of again and promptly kidnapped ten-year-old Lucinda for ransom . . . But when Chamfrey thought better of it and returned the girl, Esmond nonetheless exacted his own price: Chamfrey could redeem himself and save his skin by agreeing to marry his little victim nine years hence, just time enough for Chamfrey to inherit a title and fortune. Lucinda&’s father could not have foreseen what a beauty Lucinda would become as those years passed—nor that Chamfrey, a newly made marquess, would actually come to welcome his so-called punishment . . . Originally published under the name Marion Chesney, this twist-filled tale of Regency romance is by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin series.Hot for Fireman: A Bachelor Firemen Novel (The Bachelor Firemen of San Gabriel Series #2)
Par Jennifer Bernard. 2012
There is nothing hotter than a sexy single fireman, as author Jennifer Bernard so ably proves with her Bachelor Firemen…
of San Gabriel contemporary romance novels. Following Bernard’s sizzling series debut, The Fireman Who Loved Me, her second scorcher, Hot for Fireman, is just the thing to fire up fans of Kristin Higgins, Susan Elizabeth Phillips, and Jo Davis’s popular stories of firehouse affairs. Return to steamy San Gabriel, California, where a sexy suspended firefighter, hoping to get back on duty at Station 52, is tending bar at a local dive in the interim…even as the bar’s lovely, desperate owner is contemplating burning the money pit to the ground.An odd couple are on a trail to redemption in this delightful western romance—the second in a bestselling trilogy &“full…
of adventure, laughter and fun&” (Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling author). After one of her clients dies under embarrassing circumstances, frontier saloon girl Leticia Murphy fled the town of Lizard Flats with handyman and erstwhile drunk Eulis Potter in tow. Eager to forget her colorful past, Letty is determined to turn over a new leaf, and Eulis is happy to follow her. Impersonating a preacher and his wife, the pair travel from the Kansas territories to Colorado—marrying couples, baptizing babies, and performing burials along the way. Letty and Eulis manage to fool most people into seeing them as upstanding citizens, but that doesn&’t stop them from getting into trouble . . . or falling in love. &“Once you start reading you won&’t want to stop!&” —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling author &“The delightful Sharon Sala brings back her most memorable characters, Letty and Eulis, in a rousing adventure that is by turns dramatic, funny, touching and ultimately uplifting.&” —Susan Wiggs, New York Times–bestselling author &“Filled with characters that grab you by the funny bone and shake you till you laugh! No one does love and laughter in Sharon Sala&’s style.&” — Joan Johnston, New York Times–bestselling authorLyon's Bride: The Chattan Curse (Chattan Curse Ser. #1)
Par Cathy Maxwell. 2012
“Maxwell mixes humor with meticulous characterization to create memorable stories.”—Publishers WeeklyWith Lyon’s Bride, New York Times and USA Today bestselling…
author Cathy Maxwell kicks off a wonderful historical romance series, The Chattan Curse—concerning a generational bane that ominously portends, “When a Chattan male falls in love, strike his heart with fire from above.” In this sensational marriage of convenience tale with a delightful twist, the so-called “Lord Lyon” is the latest family member cursed to eschew love or die. So he seeks a bride he does not love, only to be smitten by an English duke’s headstrong daughter, who compels him to dangerously tempt fate. Lyon’s Bride is the kind of lush and sensuous love story that will appeal not only to RITA Award nominee Cathy Maxwell’s legion of fans, but to the many devoted readers of Christina Dodd and Victoria Alexander as well.Midnight
Par Beverly Jenkins. 2010
A beautiful spy in Revolutionary Boston faces the ultimate peril—in the arms of a seductive stranger—in this African American historical…
romance.Boston, 1770s. Revolution is in the wind—yet none would ever suspect Faith Kingston of treason. But under cover of darkness, the beautiful daughter of a Tory tavern owner becomes the notorious spy “Lady Midnight,” passing valuable secrets to the rebels. Dedicated to fighting British tyranny, she’ll let nothing distract her— until a dark, mesmerizing stranger enters her life.A reckless, worldly adventurer, Nicholas Grey has returned to troubled Massachusetts seeking revenge for the death of his rebel father. He suspects a local innkeeper, but it’s the man’s breathtaking, ebony-skinned daughter who has truly captured his interest. Nicholas burns for the sensuous, secretive lady—and Faith cannot mask her own blazing desires. But when destiny unites their causes, the passion that draws Midnight into Nicholas’s arms is as dangerous as it is glorious—and it could spell disaster for them both.Surrender to the Earl (Brides of Redemption #2)
Par Gayle Callen. 2013
Surrender to the Earl, the latest historical romance from USA Today bestselling author Gayle Callen, is the passion-filled second novel…
in her Brides of Redemption series about battle-scarred soldiers and the women whose love heals them.Audrey Blake, blind since a childhood fever stole her sight, is hidden away by her family and needs help to claim the property that is rightfully hers. But her plan to gain independence by asking the visiting Earl of Knighsbridge, Robert Henslow, for his help goes awry when he insists they fake an engagement. Though he thought the ruse was for Audrey’s benefit, Robert soon yearns to make the falsehood a fact and win the lady for himself.A seductive Victorian romance filled with steamy excitement and spicy ardor, Surrender to the Earl is sure to cast a spell on Gayle Callen’s fans and new readers alike.The Fairy Godmother
Par Lynsay Sands. 2000
A classic novella from New York Times bestselling author Lynsay Sands, previously published in the print anthology Mistletoe & Magic.When a fourteenth-century maiden…
named Odel loses her father, she learns from her aunt that she must marry—and that a handful of fairy dust can separate men from mice. Having sworn off love, Odel is reluctant to greet her many suitors, until one catches her eye. Kind and generous, Michelle shows Odel how good it can feel to fall in love—too bad Odel can't trust her heart. Will Michelle destroy what little hope Odel had for men, or will they be able to keep their love aflame?Such a heartwarming book it made me wish I could book into Emma's guesthouse myself!' Sue Moorcroft Perfect for fans…
of Holly Martin and Katie Fforde, this cosy, uplifting read full of fun, festivities and romance is the perfect way to beat the winter blues. ____________When Emma and Aidan decide to expand The Guesthouse at Lobster Bay, Emma feels certain it's the project she needs to develop her beautiful retreat, and to keep her and Aidan together.She has three months to complete the project before her guests arrive for a sumptuous Christmas break. But unforeseen problems soon turn her and her loved ones into festive humbugs.Unexpected structural problems, the arrival of a long-term guest, and an errant puppy who is determined to chew her way through every piece of pipe and furniture, push Emma and Aidan to their limit, and it's not long before cracks begin to show in their relationship.Determined not to give up, Emma pushes on. But when a winter storm blows in, work grinds to a halt, pushing Emma and Aidan to the brink.As Emma battles to keep her dream alive, will it be at the expense of her relationship? And will she eventually, with the help of her friends, finish the house and welcome her guests, with carolling and good cheer, to Christmas at Lobster Bay? ____________WHAT READERS SAID ABOUT THE GUESTHOUSE AT LOBSTER BAY: ????? 'A wonderful escapist tale about friendship, family, love and new beginnings' ????? 'A fab read, really enjoyed it' ????? 'Laughs and tears galore with a gorgeous, heart-warming ending' ????? 'I couldn't stop reading it' ????? 'It was such a wonderful escapeThis is such an involving and heartwarming book that it made me wish I could book into Emma's guesthouse myself!'…
Sue Moorcroft Perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Katie Fforde, this is a gorgeous, summery read, full of fun, romance and the perfect escape. When Emma sees The Guesthouse at Lobster Bay for sale, she knows it's the seaside haven she needs to recover from a recent trauma. But as soon as Emma collects the keys, her dream of owning a successful guesthouse unravels . . .Emma has a month to get the house ready before her guests arrive, a task made harder by the discovery that an enormous dog was included in the sale. Then there's the unwelcoming next-door neighbour, Aidan, who Emma must turn to for help. As Emma and Aidan work together, they grow closer, but then Aidan is called away and Emma has to carry on alone.Over the summer, Emma must navigate unforeseen dilemmas and new friendships, and keep her business afloat. But as she falls in love with Lobster Bay, is she also falling for Aidan? ___________WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE GUESTHOUSE AT LOBSTER BAY:????? 'A wonderful escapist tale about friendship, family, love and new beginnings' ????? 'A fab read, really enjoyed it' ????? 'Laughs and tears galore with a gorgeous, heart-warming ending' ????? 'The perfect summer read' ????? 'Lovely story . . . I couldn't stop reading it' ????? 'It was such a wonderful escape' ????? 'Loved itThe Reluctant Viking (Viking I Series #1)
Par Sandra Hill. 1994
The hypnotic voice on the self-motivation tape was supposed to help Ruby Jordan solve her problems, not create new ones.…
Instead, she was lulled from a failing marriage to an era of hard-bodied warriors and fair maidens.But the world ten centuries in the past didn’t prove to be all mead and mirth. Ruby had to deal with a Norseman who had her husband’s face, habits, and desire to avoid Ruby. Determined not to lose the same man twice, Ruby planned a bold seduction that would conquer the reluctant Viking—and make him an eager captive of her love.The Love Potion: A Cajun Novel (Cajun #1)
Par Sandra Hill. 1999
First in the Cajun series. “The very talented Sandra Hill adds to her already impressive list of reading gems with…
this delightfully funny and sexy tale.” —Romantic TimesA love potion in a jelly bean?Fame and fortune are surely only a swallow away when Dr. Sylvie Fontaine discovers a chemical formula guaranteed to attract the opposite sex. Though her own love life is purely hypothetical, the shy chemist’s professional future is assured . . . as soon as she can find a human guinea pig.The only problem is the wrong man has swallowed Sylvie’s love potion. Bad boy Lucien LeDeux is more than she can handle even before he’s dosed with the Jelly Bean Fix. The wildly virile lawyer is the last person she’d choose to subject to the scientific method.When the dust settles, Sylvie and Luc have the answers to some burning questions: Can a man die of testosterone overload? Can a straightlaced female lose every single one of her inhibitions? And they learn that old-fashioned romance is still the best catalyst for love.“Sandra Hill always tells a delightfully humorous story with a unique twist . . . Readers will chuckle as they get caught up in the romantic sparring and all the madcap adventures . . . The Love Potion is definitely a read-again book, just to make sure you didn’t miss anything. It’s a hoot!” —Bookbug on the Web“Combines the steamy Cajun atmosphere of The Big Easy with the humor of a screwball comedy . . . a terrific read.” —The Romance Reader“[A] hilarious, fun-loving, steamy, breathtaking tale of passion.” —Bell, Book and CandleSecrets of a Proper Lady (Last Man Standing #3)
Par Victoria Alexander. 2007
The delicious series about four men desperately trying to avoid matrimony continues—from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of What…
a Lady Wants.Lady Cordelia Bannister simply cannot marry a man she has not chosen herself, no matter what her father decrees. So, pretending to be her own companion, she decides to seek out information about her intended by meeting with his secretary—a man who soon beguiles her. But Lady Cordelia doesn’t know the truth—the man she can’t resist is really her intended, Daniel Sinclair.Daniel has nearly won the wager he made with three of London’s most eligible bachelors. While two of his compatriots have surrendered to the shackles of marriage, he’s remained free to woo any woman he chooses. Yet duty forces him to consider Lady Cordelia, so, determined to find a way to escape honor intact, he continues the masquerade he started.Each finds the other completely irresistible, but when they uncover their mutual mistaken identities, Daniel and Cordelia must make the most important choice of all . . .“A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy chockfull of witty dialogue, sensual romance and enough twist and turns to keep readers thoroughly entertained.” —Fresh Fiction“Alexander knows what her romance readers want—charming characters, sharp banter, missed connections and a happy ending—and delivers with gusto.” —Publishers Weekly