yBest Selling Historical Romance Books 2026 on Apple Books

Best Selling Historical Romance Books

Browse the chart of the most popular and best-selling historical romance books and ebooks that readers can't get enough of. Whether you're looking for period romance novels set in times of grand passion and adventure, or timeless classics to dive into, there's something for everyone from the latest new releases to the all time classics. Explore top-selling historical romance novels on Apple Books, and find works from beloved authors like Julia Quinn, Lisa Kleypas, Loretta Chase, and Mary Balogh who have captivated audiences with their gripping tales of love and longing across history. Whether you enjoy regency romances or sweeping tales of passion from different eras, these novels offer everything you desire for your next romantic read. Start exploring today on Amazon Kindle or Apple Books to experience the magic and drama of historical romance like never before!

The current #1 best selling historical romance novel on Apple Books today is The Gentleman's Gambit by Evie Dunmore.

The book chart of the most popular historical romance books was last updated on August 7, 2026.

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The Gentleman's Gambit

The Gentleman's Gambit by Evie Dunmore

“Dunmore is my new find in historical romance. Her A League of Extraordinary Women series is extraordinary.” —Julia Quinn, #1 New York Times bestselling author A BookBub Best Romance of Winter 2024! Bookish suffragist Catriona Campbell is busy: An ailing estate, academic writer’s block, a tense time for England’s women’s rights campaign—the last thing she needs is to be stuck playing host to her father’s distractingly attractive young colleague. Deeply introverted Catriona lives for her work at Oxford and her fight for women’s suffrage. She dreams of romance, too, but since all her attempts at love have ended badly, she now keeps her desires firmly locked inside her head—until she climbs out of a Scottish loch after a good swim and finds herself rather exposed to her new colleague. Elias Khoury has wheedled his way into Professor Campbell’s circle under false pretenses: he did not come to Oxford to classify ancient artefacts, he is determined to take them back to his homeland in the Middle East. Winning Catriona’s favor could be the key to his success. Unfortunately, seducing the coolly intense lady scholar quickly becomes a mission in itself and his well-laid plans are in danger of derailing... Forced into close proximity in Oxford’s hallowed halls, two very different people have to face the fact that they might just be a perfect match. Soon, a risky new game begins that asks Catriona one more time to put her heart and wildest dreams at stake.

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The Earl Was Wrong

The Earl Was Wrong by Britt Belle

An earl has no choice but to marry… When his father died, sixteen-year-old Sebastian inherited a crumbling earldom. He dedicated himself to becoming a respectable lord, and now, a decade later, he will do anything to prevent his scandalous sister from undermining his status—even marry a sensible spinster. Emmeline ought to be the ideal wife, but she is less biddable and more beddable than he expects. To his dismay, feelings beyond friendship begin to emerge. Although intimacy breeds affection, can it inspire love? …a lady with an impeccable reputation. Born a vicar's daughter, Emmeline has dedicated herself to her younger siblings and, as a result, has been too busy to consider her own future. At twenty-four, marriage seems unlikely—until she meets a practical lord who offers her the very thing she's always dreamed of: a family of her own. Sebastian ought to be the perfect husband, but he can be overbearing and emotionally distant. To her relief, she begins to catch glimpses of a kind, caring man behind his cold exterior. Can she convince him that they deserve more than a marriage of convenience?

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Lady Windermere's Lover

Lady Windermere's Lover by Miranda Neville

In Miranda Neville's Regency romance Lady Windermere's Lover , a rakish gambler risks everything to win the love of his estranged wife. Hell hath no fury . . . Damian, Earl of Windermere, rues the day he drunkenly gambled away his family's estate and was forced into marriage to reclaim it. Now, after hiding out from his new bride for a year, Damian is finally called home, only to discover that his modest bride has become an alluring beauty—and rumor has it that she's taken a lover. Damian vows to keep his wife from straying again, but to do so he must seduce her—and protect his heart from falling for the wife he never knew he wanted. Lady Cynthia never aspired to be the subject of scandal. But with her husband off gallivanting across Persia, what was a lady to do? Flirting shamelessly with his former best friend seemed like the perfect revenge . . . except no matter how little Damian deserves her loyalty, Cynthia can't bring herself to be unfaithful. But now that the scoundrel has returned home, Cynthia isn't about to forgive his absence so easily—even if his presence stirs something in her she'd long thought dead and buried. He might win her heart . . . if he can earn her forgiveness! "A smart, witty and emotionally dense love story that explores friendship and trust along its passionate and compelling journey." — Kirkus Reviews The Wild Quartet The Importance of Begin Wicked The Ruin of a Rogue Lady Windermere's Lover The Duke of Dark Desires

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Romancing Olive

Romancing Olive by Holly Bush

1891 . . . Spinster librarian, Olive Wilkins, is shocked to learn of her brother’s violent death at a saloon gaming table and her sister-in-law’s subsequent murder, traveling far from her staid life to rescue her niece and nephew, now orphans. She arrives to find the circumstances of her brother’s life deplorable and her long held beliefs of family and tradition, shaken. Accustomed to the sophistication of Philadelphia, Olive arrives in Spencer, Ohio, a rough and tumble world she is not familiar with, facing two traumatized children. Her niece and nephew, Mary and John, have been living with a neighboring farmer, widower Jacob Butler, the father of three young children of his own and a man still in pain from the recent loss of his wife. Real danger threatens Olive and Mary and John while Jacob and his own brood battle the day-to-day struggles for survival. Will Olive and Jacob find the strength to fight their battles alone or together? Will love conquer the bitterness of loss and broken dreams?

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Make Me Love You

Make Me Love You by Johanna Lindsey

#1 New York Times bestselling author Johanna Lindsey explores the enemies-to-lovers trope in this sparkling, passionate Regency historical romance about an arranged marriage between an earl’s daughter and a mysterious viscount with a vendetta against her brother. One duel could be considered a matter of honor, but three duels are attempted murder! With enlightened society outraged at such reckless behavior among young noblemen, the Prince Regent orders Robert Whitworth, the earl of Tamdon’s heir, and Lord Dominic Wolfe to end their family feud once and for all by allying their families through marriage. Whichever party refuses to comply will forfeit his lands and title. Whitworth relishes the idea of sending his younger sister Brooke to his enemy’s remote estate. He knows the Wolf will reject her as a bride, thereby losing his wealth and status. The Wolf, however, is determined to scare away the Whitworth chit. With dueling no longer an available means of destroying the man he abhors, he will be satisfied to see him lose his lands and title. But he hadn’t expected his enemy’s sister to be so resourceful or resilient. Brooke Whitworth has been dreaming of her first season in London because she intends to win a husband who will take her far away from her unloving family. Instead, she is being sent to the Yorkshire moors to wed a mysterious nobleman whose family is cursed and who has thrice tried to kill her brother. But there’s no room in her heart for fear; this man is her means of escape. She will make him love her.

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The Wallflower Takes All

The Wallflower Takes All by Valerie Bowman

A desperate Society beauty must choose between the titled match she needs and the irresistible solicitor her heart can’t resist. She’s spent years pretending everything is perfectly fine. Miss Poppy Montfort has survived scandal with a smile. With a chaos-prone mother, a crumbling household, and a family name forever teetering on the edge of ruin, she has become expert at bright laughter, quick charm, and hiding just how much rests on her shoulders. But beneath the sparkle, Poppy longs for something unfashionably simple: a respectable husband, a peaceful home, and a life that finally feels safe. The trouble is, no sensible gentleman is eager to marry into her mess. He is the one temptation she cannot afford. Mr. Gabriel Ashby is clever, steady, and far too perceptive for Poppy’s peace of mind. As a solicitor, he is entirely the wrong sort of husband for the future she has been trying so carefully to secure. Yet Gabriel is also the only man who sees through her bright laughter to the loneliness and strain beneath it. He notices the burdens she hides. He steps in when no one else does. And every time he looks at her, Poppy begins to fear the greatest danger of all—that the one man who feels like home is the one man she cannot afford to love. But when desire collides with duty, will Poppy cling to the safe future she’s always imagined…or risk everything for the man who sees—and cherishes—every part of her?

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The Wallflower's Secret War

The Wallflower's Secret War by Valerie Bowman

A secret political cartoonist risks ruin when she falls for the dangerously handsome marquess she’s been skewering in ink. A rebellious wallflower. Lady Beatrix Winslow is a wallflower by choice—and a revolutionary by necessity. While Society sees a duke’s beautiful, stubbornly unmarried daughter, Bea leads a secret double life as B. Adroit, the anonymous political cartoonist mercilessly skewering Parliament’s most powerful men. Every sketch risks discovery, disgrace, and ruin. The last thing she can afford is scrutiny…especially from the man she most enjoys humiliating in ink. A dangerously seductive political heir. Nicholas Archer, Marquess of Vanover, is brilliant, controlled, and infuriatingly handsome—a master strategist groomed for political greatness. Playing the long game has always been his strength, and courting Lady Beatrix should be nothing more than a calculated alliance. But Bea’s sharp tongue, fierce intelligence, and barely restrained defiance awaken something far more dangerous than desire: the need to unravel her defenses until she wants him as much as he wants her. A forced courtship that could expose her secrets…or ignite a scandal neither of them can survive. As their reluctant courtship turns into a battle of wills, stolen glances, and forbidden tension, Bea’s secret life edges closer to exposure—and Nicholas must choose between securing his future or claiming the one woman capable of undoing him. Because when a wallflower goes to war, love isn’t just a risk. It’s the most dangerous rebellion of all.

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Something Wonderful

Something Wonderful by Judith McNaught

Let New York Times bestselling author Judith McNaught who “is in a class by herself” ( USA TODAY ) sweep you off your feet and into another time with her sensual, passionate, and spellbinding Regency historical romance, featuring her “unique magic” ( RT Book Reviews ). “Judith McNaught not only spins dreams but makes them come true” ( RT Book Reviews) in this sensual and moving tale of a tempestuous marriage facing its ultimate test. Alexandra Lawrence, an innocent country girl, and Jordan Townsende, the rich and powerful Duke of Hawthorne, have always had a stormy relationship. But when she is swept into the endlessly fascinating world of Regency London society, free-spirited Alexandra becomes ensnared in a tangled web of jealousy, revenge, and overwhelming passion. But behind her husband’s cold, haughty mask, there lives a tender, vital, sensual man...the man Alexandra married. Now, she will fight for his very life and the rapturous bond they alone can share.

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The Marrying Season

The Marrying Season by Candace Camp

The third novel in the New York Times bestselling Legend of St. Dwynwen trilogy is a delicious Regency romance about a marriage of convenience between a haughty lady and the gentleman who coaxes her to drop her guard at last. Genevieve Stafford's brother Alec, Earl of Rawdon, has joyously wed his true love, but Genevieve anticipates no such unabashed emotion on her wedding day. The icily beautiful aristocrat is to marry Lord Dursbury, and love is not part of the bargain. But when someone frames Genevieve in a cruel scheme, the scandal shatters her engagement and her respectability. So why has Sir Myles Thorwood gallantly offered to marry her? Handsome, flirtatious Myles is her opposite in many ways, yet he understands her the way no other man ever has. Trumping her expectations of a loveless marriage, Myles shows Genevieve just what it means to be man and wife...but are his attentions mere kindness or true devotion? Will their passion endure for more than a passing season?

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Duke Looks Like a Groomsman

Duke Looks Like a Groomsman by Valerie Bowman

To win a bet with friends, a duke pretends to be a groomsman...but when his ex-flame discovers him in the stables, the lady is bent on revenge. He’s posing as a groomsman. Rhys Sheffield, the Duke of Worthington, has bet his friends an ungodly sum of money that despite his loftiness, he can pass himself off as a servant at the house party of the Season. But when his clever ex-flame arrives and recognizes Rhys in the stables pretending to be a groomsman, she realizes it’s the perfect opportunity to pay him back for breaking off their engagement. She’s the bride-to-be. The lovely Lady Julianna Montgomery may be the only young woman at the house party who’s not in the market for a husband. She’s quite happily engaged to a marquess, thank you very much, and scarcely remembers the pain of being callously tossed over by the Duke of Worthington two long years ago—till now. All bets are off. Rhys seems to be everywhere, flexing his muscles, laboring in the sun—and Julianna has never found him more appealing. With his signature charm, he persuades her to keep his secret. But when she learns he’s determined to win a bet of honor, she can’t resist playing a game of her own. She’ll spend the next fortnight tempting Rhys at every turn and making him lose his precious wager. Even if it means she must lose her heart in the process…

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Cold-Hearted Rake

Cold-Hearted Rake The Ravenels, Book 1 by Lisa Kleypas

Lisa Kleypas is back with a stunning new historical romance! Readers have long waited for the return of New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas to historical romance—and now she's back with her most breathtaking yet. A twist of fate . . . Devon Ravenel, London's most wickedly charming rake, has just inherited an earldom. But his powerful new rank in society comes with unwanted responsibilities . . . and more than a few surprises. His estate is saddled with debt, and the late earl's three innocent sisters are still occupying the house . . . along with Kathleen, Lady Trenear, a beautiful young widow whose sharp wit and determination are a match for Devon's own. A clash of wills . . . Kathleen knows better than to trust a ruthless scoundrel like Devon. But the fiery attraction between them is impossible to deny—and from the first moment Devon holds her in his arms, he vows to do whatever it takes to possess her. As Kathleen finds herself yielding to his skillfully erotic seduction, only one question remains: Can she keep from surrendering her heart to the most dangerous man she's ever known?

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Bridgerton

Bridgerton The Duke and I by Julia Quinn

A #1 New York Times Bestseller From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn comes the story of Daphne Bridgerton, in the first of her beloved Regency romance novels featuring the charming, powerful Bridgerton family, now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix. In the ballrooms and drawing rooms of Regency London, rules abound. From their earliest days, children of aristocrats learn how to address an earl and curtsey before a prince—while other dictates of the ton are unspoken yet universally understood. A proper duke should be imperious and aloof. A young, marriageable lady should be amiable…but not too amiable. Daphne Bridgerton has always failed at the latter. The fourth of eight siblings in her close-knit family, she has formed friendships with the most eligible young men in London. Everyone likes Daphne for her kindness and wit. But no one truly desires her. She is simply too deuced honest for that, too unwilling to play the romantic games that captivate gentlemen. Amiability is not a characteristic shared by Simon Basset, the brooding Duke of Hastings. Recently returned to England from abroad, he intends to shun both marriage and society—just as his callous father shunned Simon throughout his painful childhood. Yet an encounter with his best friend’s sister offers another option. If Daphne agrees to a fake courtship, Simon can deter the mamas who parade their daughters before him. Daphne, meanwhile, will see her prospects and her reputation soar. The plan works like a charm—at first. But amid the glittering, gossipy, cut-throat world of London’s elite, there is only one certainty in this tale of emotional scars and redemption: love ignores every rule... This novel includes the second epilogue, a peek at the story after the story.

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The Duchess Debt

The Duchess Debt by Anna Harrington

ONCE DESERTED… Five years ago, when Gabriel Cavanaugh, Duke of Thurston, jilted Helena Sinfell and immediately married someone else, he had been forced to keep secret the reason why, even from the woman he loved. Gabe’s marriage soon descended into a living hell, and by the time his wife died two years later, his heart had turned completely against love and romance. So imagine his surprise when Sir Henry Sinfell asked if he would reconsider marrying Helena…and his own astonishment when he agreed. TWICE DETERMINED Helena needs to find a husband—and quickly—to save her family from financial ruin, but the last person she expected to ride to her rescue was Gabe, who once shattered her heart and left her believing she wasn’t good enough to be his duchess. He’s still the only man she has ever loved, but now he’s changed. Gone is the caring gentleman she knew, replaced by a cold-hearted duke who has sworn he will never love anyone again. Including her. With only one month until the wedding, Helena is determined to make Gabe care for her the way he once did. But when his brother Adam arrives on Gabe’s doorstep, long-hidden secrets emerge from a past that threatens to repeat itself, unless they can trust their hearts not to make the same mistakes twice.

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To Sir Phillip, With Love

To Sir Phillip, With Love Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

ELOISE’S STORY Sir Phillip, a moody widower, knew that Eloise Bridgerton was a spinster, and so he’d proposed, figuring that she’d be homely and unassuming, and more than a little desperate for an offer of marriage. Except . . . she wasn’t. The beautiful woman on his doorstep was anything but quiet, and when she stopped talking long enough to close her mouth, all he wanted to do was kiss her . . . and more. Did he think she was mad? Eloise Bridgerton couldn’t marry a man she had never met. But then she started thinking . . . and wondering . . . and before she knew it, she was in a hired carriage in the middle of the night, on her way to meet the man she hoped might be her perfect match in this delightful Regency romance. Except . . . he wasn’t. Her perfect husband wouldn’t be such a grumpy hero, and while Phillip was certainly handsome, he was a large brute of a man, rough and rugged, and totally unlike the London gentlemen vying for her hand. But when he smiled . . . and when he kissed her . . . the rest of the world simply fell away, and she couldn’t help but wonder . . . could this imperfect man be perfect for her?

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The Last Postcard

The Last Postcard Prepare to be totally swept away by this heartbreaking historical page-turner by Laura Madeleine

‘ Impossible to put down .’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Will capture your heart and mind .’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT! ’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ I am floored . I loved everything about this novel .’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ✉🗝🕰💔🌊☀ Spain, 1928. One postcard. A lifetime of lies. A woman running from the truth. In the dead of night, Alejandra flees. Accused of murder, she crosses the sea to Tangier – the glittering port city on the edge of two worlds. There, she hides in the maze-like streets, where the air is scented with saffron and heat clings to her skin. Winding alleys conceal danger, every shadow hides a secret – and Alejandra can be whoever she chooses to be. But her new life comes at a cost… And the truth is catching up with her. Fifty years later, a struggling author pawns his typewriter for an old writing case. When he discovers a single postcard – the trace of a woman who vanished into legend – he is drawn into a story of scandal, love and betrayal. And some secrets refuse to stay buried. Lose yourself in the blue skies and baking heat of this richly atmospheric historical mystery spanning decades. Perfect for fans of Evie Woods, Eve Chase and Santa Montefiore. ✉🗝🕰💔🌊☀ 🧡 ✉ Readers adore The Last Postcard : ‘ Intoxicating , exotic and mysterious, I loved this book .’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The reader is sucked straight into the story and, like the mystery at the heart of this book, you are held in its grip until the very last page .’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Brilliant read, just could not put it down . From the very first page you are drawn in and just need to discover what will unfold next! It has every ingredient you could wish for in a book. Can’t recommend it enough! ’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Absolutely stunning … This was perfect escapism and I loved it - the sort of book you go to bed early to read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Historical fiction at its very best . As the heat shimmers off the pages, travel back in time to a mystery as exotic as its location. This is a must-read for fans of historical suspense, historical romance, women’s fiction or fans of really great stories! So in essence, for everyone!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ You won’t want to leave these characters behind .’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Because the Baron Broods

Because the Baron Broods by Darcy Burke

From USA Today Bestselling Author Darcy Burke, author of The Untouchables and Phoenix Club series, comes your next Regency romance must-read. Rogue Rules When a young lady is ruined, her friends vow none of them will ever be ensnared by a scoundrel again. They will resist every gentleman’s charms even—and especially—if it means gaining a reputation for being impossible to woo. It will take extraordinary rogues to break their rules... Because the Baron Broods Despite growing up isolated with a self-involved father in Cornwall, Tamsin Penrose possesses a perennially positive outlook and sees the best in everything. So, when her father says he’s found a potential groom for her, she is optimistic and perhaps even a little excited—until she meets an enigmatic, unsmiling baron. Intrigued by his serious nature, she’s desperate to turn his frown upside down.   Isaac Deverell, Baron Droxford is unprepared for the storm of cheerfulness that is Miss Penrose, nor can he deny that she makes him—a perpetually dour brooder—feel good. He doesn’t deserve the friendship of someone so charming and kind, let alone the burgeoning attraction between them. However, when her father’s overzealous suitor arrives and won’t take no for an answer, Isaac protects her in a scandalously public fashion.    Forced to propose marriage, Isaac can’t allow Tamsin to see past his grumpy, protective shield. For then, she’ll know she’s done the unimaginable and married a rogue with a despicable secret. Tamsin believes they can find happiness, but will she still feel the same when his past is revealed?

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Pride Comes Before a Fall

Pride Comes Before a Fall A Novel by Virginia Heath

In the third installment of this witty Regency romcom series, a headstrong chaperone is torn between following her rigid principles or her heart Despite his many responsibilities, there is nothing Leopold Sloane, the 11th Duke of Debden, takes more seriously than the safety of those he loves. When one of his sisters is injured at a protest rally, he drags his family to Bath for the summer to keep his reckless and rebellious siblings out of harm’s way. The only flaw in his plan is his overwhelming but inexplicable attraction to the new chaperone he has hired to watch out for them. An outspoken conundrum of a woman who soon causes him more trouble than both his sisters combined...but who calls to his soul regardless. From the moment Portia Kendall read her first revolutionary pamphlet beneath her bedcovers at Miss Prentice’s School for Girls, she realized that her true calling was to make the world a fairer place for the masses downtrodden by the aristocracy. A calling that led her to Equitas , a radical newspaper that champions reform. But as Portia discovers, writing doesn’t pay the bills. To make a living, she must push aside her principles and serve the very people she criticizes weekly in her column. A temporary position as a chaperone in the home of a pompous duke seems like the perfect way to earn enough to follow her heart. Unfortunately, the duke who hires her seems to be more dashing and noble than pompous and soon begins to call to her heart too—as much as she tries to deny it. But dare she risk her principles for love or will her pride always come before a fall?

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Always a Princess

Always a Princess A Historical Romance Novella by Meghan March

He was never supposed to notice her, seated among the chaperones, but Prince Alexander Karalovy of Russia had eyes for no one in the ballroom but Miss Thea Templebourne. A romance between them was unthinkable, but Russian princes cared nothing for the conventions of the English aristocracy. When rumors flew that more than one man was planning to make her his mistress at the season’s end, Prince Alexander decided there was only one acceptable option—for her to be his princess.

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The Debutante Dilemma

The Debutante Dilemma by Valerie Bowman

Lady Jessica Whitmoreland has been waiting for her first Season her entire life and she has her eye on the best catch of the Season, but when the gentleman of her dreams turns out to be a nightmare, what’s a debutante to do? When a debutante with a plan… Lady Jessica Whitmoreland has always had a clear plan for her debut Season: find a suitable husband and secure her place in Society. Her sights are set on the catch of the Season, the Duke of Thornbury, Aiden Thornton. But when he offends Jessica during their first encounter, she writes him off as rude and arrogant. Meets a duke with an attitude… Aiden is a rake who shudders at the thought of settling down. He prides himself on crushing the dreams of hopeful debutantes. But when he realizes he’s offended a Whitmoreland, he has no choice but to make amends, and quickly. Only Lady Jessica isn’t interested in his apology. She wants nothing more to do with him, leaving Aiden feeling frustrated—and more than a little intrigued. Sparks are bound to fly. Aiden can be exceedingly charming and persistent, however, and despite Jessica’s initial reluctance to forgive him, they become unlikely friends. But when she resumes her search for the ideal husband, Aiden realizes he’s feeling more than friendship for the quick-witted beauty. Her sensuous kisses tell him she feels more too. Passion is never in short supply when they’re together, but this is not the perfect courtship Jessica imagined. Can they let go of first impressions for a chance at lasting love?

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The Day of the Duchess

The Day of the Duchess Scandal & Scoundrel, Book III by Sarah MacLean

The third book in Sarah MacLean's witty and romantic Scandal & Scoundrel series featuring a ravishing heroine and the man, desperately in love, who now has to make amends. The one woman he will never forget… Malcolm Bevingstoke, Duke of Haven, has lived the last three years in self-imposed solitude, paying the price for a mistake he can never reverse and a love he lost forever. The dukedom does not wait, however, and Haven requires an heir, which means he must find himself a wife by summer’s end. There is only one problem—he already has one. The one man she will never forgive… After years in exile, Seraphina, Duchess of Haven, returns to London with a single goal—to reclaim the life she left and find happiness, unencumbered by the man who broke her heart. Haven offers her a deal; Sera can have her freedom, just as soon as she finds her replacement…which requires her to spend the summer in close quarters with the husband she does not want, but somehow cannot resist. A love that neither can deny… The duke has a single summer to woo his wife and convince her that, despite their broken past, he can give her forever, making every day the Day of the Duchess. 

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A Season of Seduction

A Season of Seduction by Jennifer Haymore

Although the widowed Lady Rebecca has sworn off marriage, men are another matter. London's cold winter nights have her dreaming of warmer pursuits-like finding a lover to satisfy her hungry heart. Someone handsome, discreet, and most importantly as uninterested in marriage as she is. Someone like Jack Fulton. A known adventurer and playboy, Jack seems like the perfect choice. There's just one problem: Jack isn't interested in an affair. He needs the beautiful, mysterious Lady Rebecca to be his wife. And he doesn't have much time to persuade her. A secret from Jack's past is about to surface, and by Christmas Day he'll be either married to Rebecca or dead.

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Hello Stranger

Hello Stranger The Ravenels, Book 4 by Lisa Kleypas

New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas delivers a scintillating tale of an unconventional beauty who finds passion with the spy who can’t resist her A woman who defies her time Dr. Garrett Gibson, the only female physician in England, is as daring and independent as any man—why not take her pleasures like one? Yet she has never been tempted to embark on an affair, until now. Ethan Ransom, a former detective for Scotland Yard, is as gallant as he is secretive, a rumored assassin whose true loyalties are a mystery. For one exhilarating night, they give in to their potent attraction before becoming strangers again. A man who breaks every rule As a Ravenel by-blow spurned by his father, Ethan has little interest in polite society, yet he is captivated by the bold and beautiful Garrett. Despite their vow to resist each other after that sublime night, she is soon drawn into his most dangerous assignment yet. When the mission goes wrong, it will take all of Garrett’s skill and courage to save him. As they face the menace of a treacherous government plot, Ethan is willing to take any risk for the love of the most extraordinary woman he’s ever known.

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A Highlander's Christmas Kiss

A Highlander's Christmas Kiss by Paula Quinn

A STRANGER'S SMILE Christmas may be coming to Linavar, but Temperance Menzie is far from joyful. Grief-stricken over the death of her father at the hands of the Black Riders, she almost didn't see the wounded stranger in the woods. And now she's determined to give this braw, brooding Highlander the help she couldn't give her father. But there's a secret lurking in the depths of his blue-gray eyes. And Temperance won't rest until she uncovers it . . . A LOVER'S KISS A killer for hire. It's the last thing Cailean Grant ever thought he'd become, but being part of the Black Riders was his only way to survive. Now, his guilt grows day by day, along with his desire for the beautiful, brave lass nursing him back to health. As Christmas, the season of miracles, draws near and the truth of his identity threatens to come out, Cailean must risk the only thing he has left to lose-his heart.

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An Offer From a Gentleman

An Offer From a Gentleman Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

The inspiration for season four of BRIDGERTON, a series created by Shondaland for Netflix, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn: the story of Benedict Bridgerton in the third of her beloved Regency romance novels featuring the charming, powerful Bridgerton family. BENEDICT'S STORY Sophie Beckett never dreamed she'd be able to sneak into Lady Bridgerton's famed masquerade ball—or that she would be spinning in the arms of her "Prince Charming"—the debonair and devastatingly handsome Benedict Bridgerton. But when the clock strikes midnight, Sophie’s enchanting evening in this Cinderella retelling ends. Since that night Benedict has been able to think of nothing but the bewitching young woman, and he’s sworn to find and wed his mystery miss. Yet will another unexpectedly steal his heart—and his chance for a fairy tale love?

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The Marquess Move

The Marquess Move by Valerie Bowman

A masquerade ball. A stolen dance. A marquess who can’t forget the maid who vanished at midnight… She’s a maid with big dreams. A dutiful lady’s maid, Miss Madeline Atwood knows precisely what her future holds: countless nights of dressing her mistress in silk gowns, pinning her hair in elegant curls, and selecting the perfect pair of slippers before sending her off to the ball. But Madeline harbors a secret dream. Just once,  she’d  like to be the one who attends the grand party—and tonight could be her chance. All she needs to do is borrow her mistress’s cast-off dress and sneak downstairs during the Twelfth Night Ball…   He's no prince charming. Lord Justin Whitmoreland, Marquess of Whitmore, is a confirmed bachelor for good reason, and none of the eligible young ladies in London has even tempted him to change his mind about marriage. But after sharing one sensuous dance with a mystery woman, he finds himself looking for her around every street corner and in every ballroom. The very last place he expects his mystery woman to turn up is under his own roof.   Can midnight work some magic? When Madeline is sacked from her job, Justin’s meddling sister hires her as her new lady’s maid. Which would be well and good if they didn’t have to face temptation every day—and every night. Justin would have to be the worst kind of scoundrel to trifle with a woman in his employ, and Madeline believes she has zero chance of capturing a marquess’s heart…so why is it so difficult for them to resist stealing private moments together?  It’s the most improbable of matches, but if the slipper fits…

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While the Duke Was Sleeping

While the Duke Was Sleeping The Rogue Files by Sophie Jordan

Sometimes the man of your dreams . . . Shop girl Poppy Fairchurch knows it’s pointless fantasizing about the Duke of Autenberry. Still, dreams can’t hurt anyone . . . unlike the carriage Poppy spies bearing down upon the unsuspecting duke. After she pulls him to safety, the duke lapses into a coma and Poppy is mistaken for his fiancée. But one person isn’t fooled: his arrogant and much too handsome half-brother, Struan Mackenzie. Soon Poppy isn’t sure what she wants more . . . the fantasy of her duke or the reality of one smoldering Scot who challenges her at every turn. . . . is not who you think. An illegitimate second son, Struan may have built an empire and established himself as one of the wealthiest men in Britain, but he knows he will always be an outsider among the ton. Just like he knows the infuriating Poppy is a liar. There’s no way the haughty Duke of Autenberry would deign to wed a working class girl. It doesn’t matter how charming she is. Or tempting. Or how much Struan wants her for himself.

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When the Viscount Wanted Me

When the Viscount Wanted Me by Lydia Lloyd

Her reputation is at risk. He vows to help…but soon finds resisting her the greatest challenge of all. When Lord Hugh Aldershot, the Viscount of Tremberley, overhears the drunken Earl of Hartley claiming to have bedded Lady Henrietta Breminster, his best friend’s little sister, he is livid. He drags the passed-out earl to Breminster House to face punishment for his blathering, only to find himself face-to-face with Lady Henrietta in a sexy night dress and little else. When Lady Henrietta Breminster sees the Viscount of Tremberley dragging the unconscious Earl of Hartley to her doorstep, she panics. Not only was she indiscreet with the earl, but she has long nursed a flaming  tendre  for her brother’s best friend. Now she must ask Tremberley to help her keep her biggest mistake from the gossips of the  ton . Drawn closer by their efforts to subdue the jealous earl, Trem and Henrietta soon discover their own forbidden attraction. But even as Henrietta discovers true passion with Trem, she knows she could never marry for anything less than love.

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Love in the Afternoon

Love in the Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas

The beloved Victorian romance series starring the Hathaway family continues, from a New York Times –bestselling author who "is a legend and an icon" (Evie Dunmore, bestselling author of Bringing Down the Duke ). As a lover of animals and nature, Beatrix Hathaway has always been more comfortable outdoors than in the ballroom. Even though she participated in the London season in the past, the classic beauty and free-spirited Beatrix has never been swept away or seriously courted . . . and she has resigned herself to the fate of never finding love. Has the time come for the most unconventional of the Hathaway sisters to settle for an ordinary man—just to avoid spinsterhood? Captain Christopher Phelan is a handsome, daring soldier who plans to marry Beatrix's friend, the vivacious flirt Prudence Mercer, when he returns from fighting abroad. But, as he explains in his letters to Pru, life on the battlefield has darkened his soul—and it's becoming clear that Christopher won't come back as the same man. When Beatrix learns of Pru's disappointment, she decides to help by concocting Pru's letters to Christopher for her. Soon the correspondence between Beatrix and Christopher develops into something fulfilling and deep . . . and when Christopher comes home, he's determined to claim the woman he loves. What began as Beatrix's innocent deception has resulted in the agony of unfulfilled love—and a passion that can't be denied . . . Praise for the series: "Vintage Kleypas . . . An unforgettable story peopled with remarkable characters and a depth of emotion that will leave you breathless." — Romantic Times Book Reviews "Lushly sexy and thoroughly romantic . . . superbly crafted characters and an intriguing plot blend together brilliantly in this splendid romance." — Booklist "Strong characters, compelling romance, an intriguing story, and steamy passion." — The State (Columbia, South Carolina)

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The Unlucky Lady’s Scandalous Earl

The Unlucky Lady’s Scandalous Earl by Maggie Dallen

"My nephew is incorrigible, you'd be wise to pay him no mind. He is also alarmingly charming. Which is rather half the trouble."  — The Dowager Duchess of Ashworth, whose patience for nephews is wearing thin He's London's golden boy. She's been jilted. Twice. The Earl of Stratton is the heir to a dukedom, for heaven's sake. He could have his pick of young ladies. And yet, here he is, fawning over the debutante the ton has not-so-affectionately dubbed "Cast-Off Clarissa." Is it out of the goodness of his heart? No. Of course not. Lady Clarissa Whitfield might be clumsy and incurably talkative, but she is not naive enough to believe the great and charming Earl is truly smitten with her. Kit is being paid for this performance. And all so Clarissa can survive this Season and choose a husband for herself before her parents step in and make the choice for her. The only problem is, Kit is very good at his job. Too good. His ridiculous compliments make her laugh. His teasing makes her forget she's supposed to be silent. And the more time she spends with him, the more glimpses she catches of something underneath the charm — a man hiding a debt he refuses to explain, and a kindness he's determined no one should see. It can't be real. He's been paid. Hasn't he? But if Kit's devotion is nothing more than a very expensive performance, why does Clarissa keep wondering who he's actually trying to save? And why does she so desperately hope it might be her? A sweet, standalone Regency romance with witty banter, swoony kisses, and one very expensive courtship.

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Laird of the Mist

Laird of the Mist by Paula Quinn

From the New York Times– bestselling author of Heart of Ashes , a Highlander falls for his beautiful hostage in this enemies-to lovers historical romance. Protecting Her Was His Passion High-born though she is, Kate Campbell isn't afraid to draw her sword. When raiders strike, she rushes into the fray . . .and is lucky when a mysterious Highlander shields her from a deadly blow. Swept onto his stallion, she soon discovers that her rescuer is her clan's most hated enemy: Callum MacGregor, the man they call The Devil. Yet she cannot ignore his achingly tender touch or the way his fiery gaze leaves her breathless. Possessing Her Would Be His Pleasure Callum MacGregor has taken many Campbell lives, but he's never saved one—until now. Mesmerized by this spirited lass, he wants her by his side, even if it means holding her for ransom. As his fingers graze her sumptuous curves and tangle in her unruly tresses, Callum realizes Kate Campbell is his most dangerous foe of all. For he can't make love to her without betraying his kinsmen and his honor . . .and surrendering his heart forever. "Quinn captures the aura of the Highlands brilliantly, delivering a tale rife with Scottish lore and infamous feuds. She combines passion, history, danger and intrigue to perfection." — Romantic Times BookClub Magazine

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The Duke of Hearts

The Duke of Hearts by Jess Michaels

The 7th highly anticipated book in the 1797 Club series from Jess Michaels Matthew Cornwallis, Duke of Tyndale, once loved a woman, but she died in a tragic accident he felt responsible for. Since then, he’s been playing pretend that he isn’t broken inside, even as he’s seen as London’s most sought after bachelor. He decides to drown his sorrows at the notorious Donville Masquerade where he encounters an alluring stranger who he spends the night with. Mrs. Isabel Hayes was married once to a man who did not inspire passion and she’s been curious ever since. She has no intention of taking a lover at the Donville Masquerade, but to watch the activities there, just as she has been for weeks. But once the masked stranger pursues her, she is swept away. Soon Isabel recognizes her lover for who he really is and realizes a terrible truth. She is the cousin of the woman he once loved and lost, and her family blames him for what happened. Driven by the passion they’ve shared, but also repelled by the stories she’s heard, Isabel continues the affair, trying to find the truth. But once Matthew realizes her identity, will he pursue her for what they’ve built, or only because she reminds him of what he lost? And will he survive to share a life with her at all? Length: Full-length novel Heat Level: Unbridled passion and a lot of it. This book is part of a series (The 1797 Club), but can be read as a standalone book.

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Baron of Blasphemy

Baron of Blasphemy by Tammy Andresen

An arranged marriage gone wrong. What does an impoverished baron with a reputation for trouble do when he needs an infusion of coin? He marries. Quickly. The problem? His new wife isn't entirely certain she likes anything about him. And it turns out, Abigail Carrington might be the only person in England with a will stronger than his own. If he can't strong arm, cajole, or reason her into his bed to consummate their marriage, he's only got one option left. Seduction…

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When the Viscount Seduces

When the Viscount Seduces by Darcy Burke

Rogue Rules When a young lady is ruined, her friends vow none of them will ever be ensnared by a scoundrel again. They will resist every gentleman’s charms even—and especially—if it means gaining a reputation for being impossible to woo. It will take extraordinary rogues to break their rules... From USA Today Bestselling Author Darcy Burke, author of The Untouchables and Phoenix Club series, comes your next Regency romance must-read. When the Viscount Seduces After a disastrous Almack’s debut, bookish and clumsy Gwendolen Price is determined to improve her reputation and make her parents proud. The Viscount Somerton, her brother’s friend and one of Society’s most eligible bachelors, offers to help her, and she’s certain his attention will increase her standing—even though he’s exactly the kind of rake she has vowed to avoid.    Lazarus Rowe, the eminently unserious and dashingly handsome Viscount Somerton, has spent a lifetime hiding his shameful secret: he simply cannot read well. With a speech to Parliament looming, he’s desperate to remedy this deficiency. The chance to help his friend’s hopelessly bluestocking sister seems the perfect trade—his presence as her devoted escort in exchange for her help as his tutor.    As sparks fly between them with every lesson, Gwen refuses to fall for a rogue while Lazarus, begins to reconsider his rakish ways. When a woman from his recent past makes a shocking revelation, Lazarus fears all is lost. Will Gwen retreat to the safety of her books, or do she and this almost-redeemed rake have a chance at a real life happily ever after?

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The Notebook

The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

Experience the New York Times bestselling heartbreaking love story set in post-World War II North Carolina about a young socialite and the boy who once stole her heart—the inspiration for the feature film starring Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling. At thirty-one, Noah Calhoun, back in coastal North Carolina after World War II, is haunted by images of the girl he lost more than a decade earlier. At twenty-nine, socialite Allie Nelson is about to marry a wealthy lawyer, but she cannot stop thinking about the boy who long ago stole her heart. Thus begins the story of a love so enduring and deep it can turn tragedy into triumph, and may even have the power to create a miracle ... Every so often a love story so captures our hearts that it becomes more than a story—it becomes an experience to remember forever. The Notebook is such a book. It is a celebration of how passion can be ageless and timeless, a tale that moves us to laughter and tears and makes us believe in true love all over again ...

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The Silent Highlander

The Silent Highlander by Donna Fletcher

All is not what it seems. Don't trust anyone. The warning comes too late for Elysia. Alone and frightened Elysia hurries to do as her two sisters urged, ask Saber, who works one of the crofts, to wed her. She favors him and believes he feels the same about her. His throat is healing from an injury and his voice is slowly returning with her help. Elysia is no healer but having helped her sister Bliss, the healer of their clan, she has a bit of healing knowledge.   It is the least she can do when her two sisters are sacrificing so much more. Annis is off on a mission to see what can be done to save Bliss from a marriage she agreed to, so Annis and Elysia would not be forced to wed, but will surely be the death of her due to a twenty-year-old curse. A marriage to Saber would keep Elysia safe from those seeking to take advantage of her now that she doesn't have the safety of her sisters. To her surprise, Saber refuses her offer and to make matters worse the chieftain of the clan presents her with three clan warriors and gives her two weeks to pick one to wed. She does not want to wed a warrior. She wants a tender and quiet man like Saber, not a man who lives by the sword. Saber got lost in Elysia's soft green eyes when they first met and she attempted to hide behind him, an easy task since she is a wee bit of a thing. She has a kind and sweet nature that entices. Not able to get her out of his thoughts, he seeks her healing skills more often than he should. But marriage to her is out of the question. He tries to stay away from her but fails. Fate or perhaps it is the curse that intervenes and unites Saber and Elysia in marriage. They briefly find happiness together… until the truth is revealed. Nothing about Saber is real, not even his name. Who is this man she calls, husband? Who is this stranger she has wed? And how will she ever survive a marriage to him? Unexpected danger threatens the couple and Saber will do anything to keep his wife safe from harm. But Elysia has a secret that she fears will fuel the curse and worries what will happen when Saber finds out. Her only hope is that her sister, Annis, will be successful at breaking the curse before the curse claims them all. Author note: There is a prequel to this trilogy… Highland Intrigue A Prequel. You get to meet most of the characters in the trilogy and see what brought them to this point. Also while Saber and Elysia's love story concludes in this book, there is a story arc/mystery that runs through to book three, Highlander The Cursed Lord.

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Suddenly You

Suddenly You by Lisa Kleypas

She was unmarried, untouched and almost thirty, but novelist Amanda Briars wasn′t about to greet her next birthday without making love to a man. When he appeared at her door, she believed he was her gift to herself, hired for one night of passion. Unforgettably handsome, irresistibly virile, he tempted her in ways she never thought possible...but something stopped him from completely fulfilling her dream. Jack Delvin′s determination to possess Amanda became greater when she discovered his true identity. But gently-bred Amanda craved respectability more than she admitted, while Jack, the cast-off son of a nobleman and London′s most notorious businessman, refused to live by society′s rules. Yet when fate conspired for them to marry, their worlds collided with a passionate force neither had expected...but both soon craved.

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Worth Any Price

Worth Any Price by Lisa Kleypas

Nick Gentry, the most seductive and dangerous man in England, has been sent to find Charlotte Howard, a runaway bride who has disappeared without a trace. But when he finds her, Nick is stunned by the intensity of his attraction to the elusive young woman whose adventurous spirit matches his own. Determined to escape a forced marriage to a man who will destroy her, Charlotte agrees to an audacious bargain . . . she will become Nick Gentry's bride. But soon she discovers that Nick has secrets of his own, and it will take all her wits and stubborn will to tame his tormented soul. In the desperate quest to protect Charlotte from the diabolical aristocrat who threatens her, one thing becomes clear: To save the woman he loves, Nick will take any risk . . . and pay any price.

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A Lord for Miss Lily

A Lord for Miss Lily by Maggie Dallen & Katherine Ann Madison

Lily's lord is her long lost friend. He's also her worst enemy. Lord Merrick is perfectly handsome and charming…but this lord is a complete traitor. Lily knows this for a fact as she is the very person he turned his back on. Now she's determined to avoid him at the house party she's been trapped at with her former friend. The only problem? Lord Merrick is like the plague… he just keeps cropping up. And when he saves her from a social embarrassment, she's tempted to spill all her darkest secrets. But how could she ever trust him like that again? Even if they could recapture the friendship that once filled her life with happiness what would she do about all the feelings that hint she wants to be far more than his friend? There is only one thing left to do. Allow him to kiss her under the moonlight.

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As an Earl Desires

As an Earl Desires by Lorraine Heath

USA Today bestselling and Rita Award-winning author Lorraine Heath has created a lush, emotional love story. Camilla Hutchenson, countess, sponsor, darling of the ton, has reached a staggering level of social power. But one man has managed to distract her attention from her schedule of charity endeavours and teas—and not just because he holds the deed to her estate. The man in question, Archibald Warner, is the new Earl of Sachse. Though at first meeting he suspects his new ward of being nothing more than a social bit of fluff, the more time passes, the more he finds himself drawn to her. But there is something she is hiding from him, and she hesitates to show him her real heart, even though she wishes she could learn to trust him with it. For somehow she knows . . . if only she can give him the chance, he will teach her everything she could hope to learn about love.

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Scottish Starter Box Set: Angel of Skye, The Dreamer & Borrowed Dreams

Scottish Starter Box Set: Angel of Skye, The Dreamer & Borrowed Dreams Three Complete Series-Starting Historical Romance Novels by May McGoldrick

Scottish Starter Box Set THREE COMPLETE SERIES-STARTING NOVELS: ANGEL OF SKYE, THE DREAMER, AND BORROWED DREAMS Excitement and passion abound in this set of three exhilarating historical romances from a USA Today bestselling author!  Let the Scottish Highlands sweep you away as the spirited men and women of these stories find true love. Opening the door to danger and desire...   ANGEL OF SKYE  MACPHERSON BROTHERS TRILOGY  BOOK 1 THE DREAMER HIGHLAND TREASURE TRILOGY  BOOK 1 BORROWED DREAMS SCOTTISH DREAM TRILOGY  BOOK 1   ANGEL OF SKYE:  Macpherson Brothers Trilogy  BOOK ONE WINNER OF THE HOLT MEDALLION FOR BEST HISTORICAL ROMANCE ANGEL OF SKYE Fiona does not remember the years before she came to the priory on the Isle of Skye. Only the gentle Prioress knows the truth about the spirited, red-haired lass's true birth. So it is in a simple cowl and peasant's dress that she emerges from the island's mists and faces the famed warrior chief of the Highlands. Alec Macpherson has served King James with his sword. Now he would give his very soul to protect this beautiful girl from the intrigue that swirls around her. But Fiona wants his heart as well, and willingly he gives it...even as the king's opponents are pushing her toward a deadly trap. For hidden in Fiona's memory is the face of her mother's killer and a secret that could topple the throne. And it will take Alec's Highland strengths pitted against a foe's cruel ambitions to prove, through blood and battle, which will reign—an army's might or the powerful passions of two lovers...   THE DREAMER:  Highland Treasure Trilogy  BOOK ONE   NATIONAL READERS’ CHOICE AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST HISTORICAL   WINNER OF THE LAUREL WREATH AWARD FOR BEST HISTORICAL   THE DREAMER When her late father was branded a traitor to the king, Catherine Percy found sanctuary in Scotland. But a case of mistaken identity put her in a compromising position with the Highland earl sworn to protect her. Marriage to him saved her reputation, but nothing could save her from the stormy passion that bent her innocent body to his will…and shattered his last defense.   BORROWED DREAMS : Scottish Dream Trilogy  BOOK 1 WINNER OF ROMANTIC TIMES AWARD FOR BEST BRITISH-SET HISTORICAL ROMANCE   WINNER OF HOLT MEDALLION FOR BEST HISTORICAL ROMANCE BORROWED DREAMS Driven to undo the evil wrought by her dead husband, Millicent Wentworth must find a way to save her estate and free the innocent people he enslaves. Her only hope is a marriage—in name only—to a notorious Scottish Borderlord, the widowed Earl of Aytoun.  Devastated by the tragic accident that killed his wife and left him gravely wounded, Lyon Pennington, fourth Earl of Aytoun, is tormented by the accusations that blame him for the catastrophe. Filled with despair, he lets his mother lure him into a marriage of convenience—for the sake of a good-hearted woman on the verge of financial ruin. Under Millicent’s gentle gaze, Lyon begins to regain his strength and his wounded heart begins to heal. And soon Millicent discovers that beneath his unruly beard and grim demeanor, Lyon just may be the most handsome—and caring—man she’s ever encountered. For the first time in her life, she realizes that she is alive—alive with a smoldering desire for the one man she’ll love forever…

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My Season of Scandal

My Season of Scandal The Palace of Rogues by Julie Anne Long

In USA Today bestselling author Julie Anne Long’s latest installment in the Palace of Rogues series, a notorious rake meets his match in a lovely girl from the country, changing the course of both of their futures… A London season is the chance of a lifetime for Catherine Keating. But the ton’s glitter and decadence and casual cruelty threaten to crush her hopes of finding a husband before her season even begins...until she accidentally acquires one of the most scandalous men in England as a secret chaperone. Famously fiery Lord Dominic Kirke can hold the House of Commons—and any woman he chooses— in thrall. But when his house goes up in flames in the dead of night, he finds himself at the Grand Palace on the Thames. And there he discovers his cynical armor is no match for another guest: an innocent country girl with a crackling wit and eyes like a summer sky. He's maddening, elusive, hopelessly charismatic, wrong in every way—perfectly designed to break her heart. But she doesn't know she holds his battered heart in her hands. And though it will destroy him, Dominic knows loving her means setting Catherine free for the life—and man—she deserves.

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The Last Lady B

The Last Lady B by Eloisa James

Lady B may have married Bluebeard; she may have fallen in love with a gorgeous, grumpy solicitor; she may have met a ghost and survived to tell the tale! N ew York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Eloisa James delights with witty historical romance with a gothic twist. In the depths of winter, Lady Genevieve Burnsby, her pet piglet, and her septuagenarian husband travel to a haunted abbey in the Scottish Highlands. Evie is excited to meet a ghost (perhaps one of her husband’s three previous wives), but didn’t expect the funny, quirky guests to become the friends she’s never had. And she certainly didn’t imagine meeting Sir Godric Everly, a sardonic, witty solicitor who loathes her husband. Yet as secrets and lies turn Evie’s world upside down, Sir Godric becomes the one person whom she can trust. When ghosts, multiple wills, and a shocking marriage certificate bring Lord Burnsby’s past crashing into his present, Burnsby promptly dies, leaving Evie free to remarry…though as a virgin wife, now a virgin widow, she is more unnerved by the marriage bed than a spectral visit. More importantly, she has to figure out whose identity is false, whose vows are dishonorable, whose truths could destroy her reputation—and where her heart belongs.

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Lady Derring Takes a Lover

Lady Derring Takes a Lover The Palace of Rogues by Julie Anne Long

A mistress. A mountain of debt. A mysterious wreck of a building. Delilah Swanpoole, Countess of Derring, learns the hard way that her husband, “Dear Dull Derring,” is a lot more interesting—and perfidious—dead than alive. It’s a devil of an inheritance, but in the grand ruins of the one building Derring left her, are the seeds of her liberation. And she vows never again to place herself at the mercy of a man. But battle-hardened Captain Tristan Hardy is nothing if not merciless. When the charismatic naval hero tracks a notorious smuggler to a London boarding house known as the Rogue’s Palace, seducing the beautiful, blue-blooded proprietress to get his man seems like a small sacrifice. They both believe love is a myth. But a desire beyond reason threatens to destroy the armor around their hearts. Now a shattering decision looms: Will Tristan betray his own code of honor…or choose a love that might be the truest thing he’s ever known?

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On the Way to the Wedding

On the Way to the Wedding Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

A New York Times Bestseller From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn comes the story of Gregory Bridgerton, in the final installment of her beloved Regency romance novels featuring the charming, powerful Bridgerton family, now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix. GREGORY’S STORY Unlike most men of his acquaintance, Gregory Bridgerton is a true romantic who believes in true love. And he is convinced that when he finds the woman of his dreams, he will know in an instant that she is the one. And that is exactly what happened. Except ... She wasn’t the one. In fact, the ravishing Miss Hermione Watson is in love with another. But her best friend, the ever-practical Lady Lucinda Abernathy, wants to save Hermione from a disastrous alliance, so she offers to help Gregory win her over. But in the process of playing matchmaker, Lucy falls in love. With Gregory! Except ... Lucy is engaged. And her uncle is not inclined to let her back out of the betrothal, even once Gregory comes to his senses and realizes that it is Lucy, with her sharp wit and sunny smile, who makes his heart sing. And now, on the way to the wedding, Gregory must risk everything to ensure that when it comes time to kiss the bride, he is the only man standing at the altar …

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Mine Till Midnight

Mine Till Midnight by Lisa Kleypas

In the first in the series from "one of the queens of the historical romance genre", no-nonsense Miss Amelia Hathaway has no time for love—but she can't resist matching wits with a sexy former card sharp" (Emily Henry, People ). After inheriting a country estate, the Hathaway siblings are trying to recover from their troubled past and make a new start. As the family struggles with unforeseen problems, Cam Rohan keeps stepping in to help . . . and Amelia realizes the unpredictable charmer is actually a man she can rely on. During a night of blazing passion, the freedom-loving Cam makes it clear he's willing to make any sacrifice for the woman who's stolen his heart. But before they can plan a life together, they're confronted by an enemy who's bent on destroying the Hathaway family . . . all to keep them from discovering a centuries-old secret that could change their lives. Praise for Mine Till Midnight : "Vintage Kleypas . . . An unforgettable story peopled with remarkable characters and a depth of emotion that will leave you breathless with the wonderment of knowing what falling in love is really like." — Romantic Times Book Reviews "Kleypas's effortless style makes for another sexy exploration of 19th-century passion and peccadilloes, riveting from start to finish." — Publishers Weekly "Will steal the hearts of readers." — The Post and Courier (Charleston, SC)

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The Summer Wives

The Summer Wives A Novel by Beatriz Williams

“The Summer Wives is an exquisitely rendered novel that tackles two of my favorite topics: love and money. The glorious setting and drama are enriched by Williams’s signature vintage touch. It’s at the top of my picks for the beach this summer.” —Elin Hilderbrand, author of The Perfect Couple New York Times bestselling author Beatriz Williams brings us the blockbuster novel of the season—an electrifying postwar fable of love, class, power, and redemption set among the inhabitants of an island off the New England coast . . . In the summer of 1951, Miranda Schuyler arrives on elite, secretive Winthrop Island as a schoolgirl from the margins of high society, still reeling from the loss of her father in the Second World War. When her beautiful mother marries Hugh Fisher, whose summer house on Winthrop overlooks the famous lighthouse, Miranda’s catapulted into a heady new world of pedigrees and cocktails, status and swimming pools. Isobel Fisher, Miranda’s new stepsister—all long legs and world-weary bravado, engaged to a wealthy Island scion—is eager to draw Miranda into the arcane customs of Winthrop society. But beneath the island’s patrician surface, there are really two clans: the summer families with their steadfast ways and quiet obsessions, and the working class of Portuguese fishermen and domestic workers who earn their living on the water and in the laundries of the summer houses. Uneasy among Isobel’s privileged friends, Miranda finds herself drawn to Joseph Vargas, whose father keeps the lighthouse with his mysterious wife. In summer, Joseph helps his father in the lobster boats, but in the autumn he returns to Brown University, where he’s determined to make something of himself. Since childhood, Joseph’s enjoyed an intense, complex friendship with Isobel Fisher, and as the summer winds to its end, Miranda’s caught in a catastrophe that will shatter Winthrop’s hard-won tranquility and banish Miranda from the island for nearly two decades. Now, in the landmark summer of 1969, Miranda returns at last, as a renowned Shakespearean actress hiding a terrible heartbreak. On its surface, the Island remains the same—determined to keep the outside world from its shores, fiercely loyal to those who belong. But the formerly powerful Fisher family is a shadow of itself, and Joseph Vargas has recently escaped the prison where he was incarcerated for the murder of Miranda’s stepfather eighteen years earlier. What’s more, Miranda herself is no longer a naïve teenager, and she begins a fierce, inexorable quest for justice for the man she once loved . . . even if it means uncovering every last one of the secrets that bind together the families of Winthrop Island.

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Splendid

Splendid by Julia Quinn

Based on the phenomenal growth of Quinn's popularity, and her four-week stint on the New York Times bestseller list with Romancing Mr Bridgerton, it's the perfect time to revisit Ms Quinn's 'splendid' storytelling. American heiress Emma Dunster has always been fun-loving and independent with no wish to settle into marriage. She plans to enjoy her Season in London in more unconventional ways than husband-hunting. But this time Emma's high-jinks lead her into dangerous temptation... Alexander Ridgely, the Duke of Ashbourne, is a notorious rake who carefully avoids the risk of love...until he plants one reckless kiss on the sensuous lips of this high-spirited innocent...and condemns himself to delicious torment. Little does he know that his passion has touched the very soul of the lovely enchantress...and committed them both to a lifetime of splendid ecstasy.

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When the Marquess Was Mine

When the Marquess Was Mine The Wagers of Sin by Caroline Linden

In the game of love… Georgiana Lucas despises the arrogant and cruel Marquess of Westmorland even before learning that he’s won the deed to her friend Kitty’s home in a card game. Still, Georgiana assures Kitty the marquess wouldn’t possibly come all the way to Derbyshire to throw them out—until he shows up, bloody and unconscious. Fearing that Kitty would rather see him die, Georgiana blurts out that he’s her fiancé. She’ll nurse the hateful man back to health and make him vow to leave and never return. The man who wakes up, though, is nothing like the heartless rogue Georgiana thought she knew… You have to risk it all He wakes up with no memory of being assaulted—or of who he is. The bewitching beauty tending him so devotedly calls him Rob and claims she’s his fiancée even as she avoids his touch. Though he can’t remember how he won her hand, he’s now determined to win her heart. But as his memory returns and the truth is revealed, Rob must decide if the game is up—or if he’ll take a chance on a love that defies all odds.

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Julie Garwood Box Set

Julie Garwood Box Set Gentle Warrior, Honor's Splendour, Lion's Lady, and a New Excerpt! by Julie Garwood

From the New York Times bestselling author of  The Ideal Man  comes an eBook box set of passion, seduction, and revenge featuring three of Julie Garwood’s classic titles ( The Gentle Warrior, Honour’s Splendour, and The Lion’s Lady ) .

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Surrender

Surrender A Novel by Amanda Quick

From the dazzling ballrooms of glittering London society to magnificent, cursed estate in the distant wilds of Yorkshire, comes the deliciously wicked story of a thoroughly unconventional courtship—and a thrilling midnight rendezvous that could only lead to love. . . . At four and twenty Victoria Huntington thought herself quite adept at fending off fortune hunters . . . until she came under siege from Lucas Colebrook, the darkly disturbing new Earl of Stonevale. Amidst the brightly plumed birds of the town, Lucas was a hawk. And when he held out the lure of moonlit rides and wild, reckless midnight escapades, Victoria found herself powerless to resist. But becoming Stonevale’s companion in adventure was far more dangerous undertaking than Victoria could ever imagine. For the attractive Earl would use her every weakness to woo her, to win her, and ultimately to wed her. And soon the amber-eyed lady would find herself ensconced in a crumbling mansion deep in the English countryside . . . where the real reason for her hasty marriage becomes all too apparent . . . and where the ghosts of her dark-stained past are waiting to rise up in a terrifying plot that will threaten her life, her honor, and the only man she could ever love.

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The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell

The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell by Paula Quinn

"Scottish romance at its very best! Deliciously romantic and sensual, Paula Quinn captures the heart of the Highlands in a tender, passionate romance that you won't be able to put down." -- Monica McCarty, New York Times bestselling author on Seduced by a Highlander A Highland Rogue Edmund MacGregor will do anything to save Scotland from English rule-even kidnap Lady Amelia Bell for ransom. As the daughter of a duke and the chancellor's betrothed, she's the perfect pawn in this game. But from the moment he first lays eyes on his spirited captive, he can't resist stealing a kiss . . . An Adventurous Lady Amelia's Lady Amelia's duty is to marry well, but that hasn't stopped her from fantasizing about true love. So when a sexy Scot appears in her home, she's beguiled. When he kidnaps her, she's furious. Yet as Edmund introduces her to a world of passion beyond her wildest dreams, can she leave her family behind for this handsome Highlander? And will Edmund risk the only true home he's ever known to capture the heart of this lovely lass?

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Amelia's Mail Order Husband

Amelia's Mail Order Husband Texas Brides, No. 2 by Kate Whitsby

A Clean Historical Mail Order Bride Story. ** A clean historical novella ** In Book 2 of The Texas Brides Series, Amelia Goodkind marries Bruce Manfield from El Paso, Texas. When Amelia first brings Bruce home, Jude and Alma and Allegra laugh at him. He’s a big, gangly hulk of a man, but he’s clumsy and ungainly in his movements, unlike delicate, careful Amelia. Jude especially sees Bruce as an easy target for his pointed sense of humor. The sisters can’t figure out why Bruce doesn’t stand up to his much smaller brother-in-law, when he could put Jude in his place with a flick of his wrist. No amount of encouragement from anyone can prod Bruce into asserting himself. He even seems to go out of his way to bow to Jude’s will. Even Alma finds Jude’s behavior toward Bruce disturbing. But no one on the Goodkind ranch knows that Bruce is hiding an explosive secret, one which will transform the relationships of this family forever. The introduction of another man into the family brings fresh complications to the fragile peace established after Jude’s arrival. Competing loyalties and affections breed conflicts and misunderstandings, until everyone stands against everyone else. Only Amelia’s unwavering faith in her new husband carries them through to the ultimate climax. In his last battle, Bruce finds a strength he never knew he had in Amelia’s love.

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A Scandalous Suggestion (a Regency Romance)

A Scandalous Suggestion (a Regency Romance) by Emily Hendrickson

Sybil Eagleton's London Season has an unfortunate start. Then she is befriended by Robert Medland, son of her stepmama's best friend, and things start looking up. When the handsome Viscount Buckingham pays court to her, she must decide if her affections can be given to this haughty perfectionist, or if they have already been captured by a treasured soul mate. Regency Romance by Emily Hendrickson; originally published by Signet

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A Highlander Never Surrenders

A Highlander Never Surrenders by Paula Quinn

Defending Her Was His Duty Skilled with a sword and quick with her wit, Scottish rebel Claire Stuart cannot be tamed. And nothing can deter her from rescuing her beloved sister and saving them both from arranged marriages--not even the handsome Highlander who vows to protect Claire. His scorching gaze and fiery kiss bring her to the brink of surrender, but she belongs to no man... Seducing Her Would Be His Reward Graham Grant has had his share of lasses. But he has never met one as headstrong or as bonnie as Claire--or one with such desperate, dnagerous plans. Helping her could betray his honor, his country, and more. Graham can't claim her. Yet everything in him says: Take her, make her yours, teach her pleasure, and never let her go.

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The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen

The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen by K.J. Charles

Gothic scandal meets Bridgerton intrigue in this swashbuckling Regency romance from celebrated author KJ Charles. Abandoned by his father, Gareth Inglis grew up lonely, prickly, and well-used to disappointment. Still, he longs for a connection. When he meets a charming stranger, he falls head over heels—until everything goes wrong and he’s left alone again. Then Gareth’s father dies, turning the shabby London clerk into Sir Gareth, with a grand house on the remote Romney Marsh and a family he doesn’t know. The Marsh is another world, a strange, empty place notorious for its ruthless gangs of smugglers. And one of them is dangerously familiar… Joss Doomsday has run the Doomsday smuggling clan since he was a boy. When the new baronet—his old lover—agrees to testify against Joss’s sister, Joss acts fast to stop him. Their reunion is anything but happy, yet after the dust settles, neither can stay away. Soon, all Joss and Gareth want is the chance to be together. But the bleak, bare Marsh holds deadly secrets. And when Gareth finds himself threatened from every side, the gentleman and the smuggler must trust one another not just with their hearts, but with their lives. Readers Rave about KJ Charles: "KJ Charles is one of the best romance novelists writing today. Historical romance at its finest." —Sarah MacLean , New York Times bestselling author "Once again KJ Charles has produced an absolute masterpiece!" — Joanna Shupe , USA Today bestselling author “A romantic, swashbuckling tale from start to finish.”— Manda Collins , Bestselling Author of A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem

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The Gentleman Was Right

The Gentleman Was Right by Britt Belle

Once relentlessly cheerful, Edward has been a tad peevish lately. Traveling to his brother's cottage is meant to prove his usefulness to the earldom and restore his good humor. Upon arrival, he discovers two unexpected houseguests pretending to be his cousins and immediately finds himself wanting to help. Offering to marry the oldest might be impulsive, but it feels right in a way nothing else does. Is the craziest thing he's ever done also the smartest? Fleeing an unwanted betrothal to a man she used to love, Violet is not prepared for Edward's offer of marriage. Determined to solve her own problems, she declines, but holding onto her resolve is more difficult than she anticipates. The chemistry she shares with Edward is shockingly intense and his patience and kindness are unwavering. Can she trust her own judgment enough to trust him with her heart? The Gentleman Was Right is the second in the Greydon series. While it can be read as a standalone, Edward is a prominent secondary character in The Earl Was Wrong and readers may appreciate meeting him in that story first.  

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Game of Rogues

Game of Rogues A Novel by Julie Anne Long

In this sexy regency romance by USA Today bestselling author Julie Anne Long, a lady on the edge of ruin must plead with the king of London’s underworld to save her family, only to find herself instead caught in his web...and unable to resist him. One disastrous night. One devastating man. One diabolical proposition. Gabriel Marchand ruthlessly fought his way up from the gutters of St. Giles to preside over London’s most exclusive gaming hell. Few dare cross him. But when a young earl gambles away his inheritance, Marchand makes an enemy: a woman with wit like a dagger and the softest eyes he’s ever seen. Spend a night in his bed, and he’ll call off the debt. This is the offer he makes Guinevere Woodville, the earl’s sister, when she blames him for her brother’s disaster. She’d rather die, of course. But when their seething enmity gives way to sizzling attraction at The Grand Palace on the Thames, his offer haunts them. Soon it seems a matter of not if, but when. It's not long before Ginny is facing two stark truths: the so-called worst man in London is the best man she’s ever known....and keeping him would mean losing everything and everyone else she loves. But Marchand has one final card to play…and losing everything is a risk he’s willing to take if it means a chance to love her forever. A sexy, witty, and heartwarming tale, Game of Rogues has everything readers love about Julie Anne Long. Tropes: enemies to loversforced proximityage gapclass differencepartners in crime

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Once and Always

Once and Always by Judith McNaught

The first in the Sequels series from the New York Times bestselling author of the Westmoreland series—who “is in a class by herself” ( USA TODAY )—follows a young woman who travels across the ocean to claim her rightful inheritance, only to encounter a passionate and unforgettable romance. Victoria Seaton, a free-spirited American beauty left suddenly orphaned, is determined to lay claim to her long-lost heritage in Great Britain. When she arrives at Wakefield, the sumptuous estate of her distant cousin Lord Jason Fielding, she is overwhelmed by its astounding elegance. She is also bewildered by Jason—his arrogance, panther-like grace, and hidden depths. Unable to resist her spitfire charm, Jason is enraptured by Victoria and is determined to have her. Wed in desire, they are enfolded in a fierce, consuming joy, free at last from the past’s cruel grasp. Then, in a moment of blinding anguish, Victoria discovers the shocking treachery that lays at the heart of their love. Is it too much for their relationship or will their love last once and always?

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The Forbidden Duke

The Forbidden Duke by Darcy Burke

To avoid spending her future living off the kindness of relatives, spinster Miss Eleanor Lockhart must secure a position as a paid companion. Ruined after succumbing to a scoundrel’s excessive charm nearly a decade ago, she’s lucky to obtain employment and committed to behaving with the utmost propriety. She definitely shouldn’t be in the arms of a man capable of utterly destroying what little remains of her reputation... Titus St. John, Duke of Kendal, is known as the Forbidden Duke, a mysterious, intimidating figure who enters Society just once each year at his stepmother’s ball. A decade ago, he was a devil-may-care rake until his idle roguery brought about the ruin of Eleanor Lockhart—and his resulting self-imposed isolation. Now she’s back, and she needs his help. But by “saving” her, he may just ruin her life all over again.

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Laird of Darkness

Laird of Darkness by Eliza Knight

A woman abandoned, a Highlander starting a revolution. When Lady Rosamond de Warenne is abandoned by her father in a remote cave, she doesn't believe her fate could get any worse—until she's kidnapped by a fearsome Highlander. Laird Tierney MacDougall, recently released from imprisonment by the English, is bent on revenge, starting with marrying the daughter of his tormenter. A union forged from vengeance is doomed to fail—or is it?

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His Secret Highland Bride

His Secret Highland Bride by Allison B. Hanson

Fans of Heather McCollum and Keira Montclair will love this tale of warring clans, a braw Highlander, and a secret none of them saw coming. It’s been five years since Shane MacPherson stepped foot on his clan’s lands. Still haunted from years at war and the painful ache of loss, duty has called once again…and with it, his obligation to claim his place as the new laird of Clan MacPherson. But when Shane encounters a lass—a Valkyrie in both temperament and foul tongue!—in trouble, he puts title and duty aside to defend her… Lindsay Wallace would rather die than call the MacPherson lands her home—let alone their horrid clan. She just has to survive a month with her vile uncle before being married off as a peace offering between the Wallaces and MacPhersons. The only person she can trust is a simple soldier who is strong of body and heart. She has no interest in marrying her betrothed…so why not give in to the temptation of a soldier’s kiss? But promises made can’t be broken or forgotten. And as shadows and war rise once again in the Highlands, Shane and Lindsay must find the courage to face their deepest secrets and their duty…before both love and clan are ripped apart.

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Love and Other Scandals

Love and Other Scandals by Caroline Linden

With Love and Other Scandals, bestselling and RITA Award–winning author Caroline Linden launches a scandalously sexy new historical romance series set in Regency England.   Joan Bennett is a breath away from being a spinster. She’s had four seasons without a suitor. After reading a shockingly sensuous book, Fifty Ways to Sin, Joan decides perhaps it’s time to stop being proper and start being sinful, while she’s still young enough to enjoy it. And what better partner than her brother’s drinking mate, Viscount Burke? He seems the type to know how to give a lady a lascivious adventure.   It seems that the viscount has qualms about trifling with a friend’s sister. That’s the way to end up betrothed. And he doesn’t want that—or does he?

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A Summer Seduction

A Summer Seduction by Candace Camp

After A Winter Scandal comes a new season for unexpected love in this sparkling second novel in New York Times bestselling author Candace Camp’s Legend of St. Dwynwen trilogy. No one in tiny Chesley knows the truth about Damaris Howard; a woman of wealth and beauty, she rarely allows anyone to get close. Her past was marked by scandal and abandonment—better to stay aloof and reinvent herself. Then Damaris meets Alec Stafford, the Earl of Rowden. The tall, handsome border lord is a man of quiet but deep passion, raised to show no weakness and burned once before by a woman’s love. But when he and Damaris cross paths inside London society, they set sparks of attraction blazing—and rumors flying. And when someone abducts Damaris from the city streets, Alec must stake more than his reputation to rescue her. Finding out who’s behind a dangerous plot plunges Alec and Damaris together in an intimacy that melts their well-guarded reserve, proving that true love’s rich rewards may just be worth the risks.

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The Taming of a Highlander

The Taming of a Highlander by Elisa Braden

A Scot on fire Wrongfully imprisoned and tortured by an unseen enemy, Broderick MacPherson lives for one purpose—punishing the villain who targeted him. But when a wayward English lass interrupts his revenge, he loses his enemy in the dark. Now, her compelled testimony could send Broderick back to the prison that nearly killed him. Unless they find a loophole—an inconvenient, shockingly tempting loophole. A beauty under pressure For Kate Huxley, visiting her brother in the Scottish Highlands is a blissful escape from the stifling expectations of the marriage mart. Blissful, that is, until a scarred, beastly Highlander with a heartbreaking past frightens her out of her wits, making her a witness in a criminal inquiry. A match to light the darkness Kate has no wish to testify against a man who’s already suffered too much. But the only remedy is to become his wife. And she can’t possibly marry such a surly, damaged man … can she? Well, perhaps. If it means she can stay in her beloved Scotland. And if he promises they’ll never fall in love.

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Devil in Spring

Devil in Spring The Ravenels, Book 3 by Lisa Kleypas

New York Times bestselling author LISA KLEYPAS delivers the unforgettable tale of a strong-willed beauty who encounters her match in one of London’s most notorious—yet irresistible—rakes . . . An eccentric wallflower  . . . Most debutantes dream of finding a husband. Lady Pandora Ravenel has different plans. The ambitious young beauty would much rather stay at home and plot out her new board game business than take part in the London Season. But one night at a glittering society ball, she’s ensnared in a scandal with a wickedly handsome stranger. A cynical rake  . . . After years of evading marital traps with ease, Gabriel, Lord St. Vincent, has finally been caught by a rebellious girl who couldn’t be less suitable. In fact, she wants nothing to do with him. But Gabriel finds the high-spirited Pandora irresistible. He’ll do whatever it takes to possess her, even if their marriage of convenience turns out to be the devil’s own bargain. A perilous plot  . . . After succumbing to Gabriel’s skilled and sensuous persuasion, Pandora agrees to become his bride. But soon she discovers that her entrepreneurial endeavors have accidentally involved her in a dangerous conspiracy—and only her husband can keep her safe. As Gabriel protects her from their unknown adversaries, they realize their devil’s bargain may just turn out to be a match made in heaven . . .

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Her Favorite Duke

Her Favorite Duke by Jess Michaels

The second exciting book in the bestselling 1797 Club series. Simon Greene, Duke of Crestwood has been obsessed with Margaret Rylon for years. There is only one thing standing between them: her fiancé, who also happens to be his best friend. He is desperate not to destroy everything in his life by giving in to his desires, but when Meg and Simon are trapped alone together overnight during a storm, the resulting scandal not only breaks Meg’s existing engagement, but forces Simon to offer for her instead. Margaret is sorry to have hurt her family and her fiancé, but all she’s ever wanted was Simon. Her determination to make a happy life with him is only heightened when they submit to passions that have long dwelled beneath the surface. But while Simon may give her his body, he withholds his heart out of guilt and fear of what a connection to her may expose.  And if he doesn’t learn to fight for her soon, they both may lose a chance at happiness. Length:  Full length book  Heat Level:  Yep. So much. This is the second book in the 1797 Club series, but can be read as a standalone.

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Marriage Most Scandalous

Marriage Most Scandalous by Johanna Lindsey

#1 New York Times bestselling author Johanna Lindsay presents a Regency romance that is breathtaking in scope and wondrously passionate. When Sebastian Townshend, son of the eighth Earl of Edgewood, was banished from his family due to the tragic results of a duel, he vowed never to return to England. Now living on the continent, Sebastian has forged a new identity as a deadly mercenary called The Raven. But his former neighbor, Lady Margaret Landor, has different plans for him. Back in England, Sebastian’s father has had several accidents and Margaret suspects foul play and deception that reach as far back as the infamous duel. Convinced that only Sebastian can set the situation to rights, Margaret arranges a scandalous bargain with him that includes Sebastian’s returning home as her husband. As the newlyweds uncover a deadly scheme, a fierce passion blossoms between them, which neither anticipated—and neither can resist.

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The Magic of You

The Magic of You by Johanna Lindsey

As wild and reckless as the most incorrigible of her male cousins, Amy Malory has reached a marriageable age and has set her sights on a most inappropriate mate: the straight-laced American ship captain who once nearly had her Uncle James hung for piracy. Warren Anderson is shocked by the brazen advances of his despised enemy's beautiful niece. Though determined to resist her, he burns for the enchanting British minx. And an impassioned heart implores him to surrender to a love that could stoke the smouldering fires of a family feud into a dangerous, all consuming blaze.

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Marry in Haste

Marry in Haste by Anne Gracie

From the award-winning author of The Summer Bride comes the first in a charming new historical romance series where marriages of convenience turn into true love matches. Major Calbourne Rutherford returns to England on the trail of an assassin, only to find he’s become Lord Ashendon, with the responsibility for vast estates and dependent relatives. Cal can command the toughest of men, but his wild half-sisters are quite another matter. They might just be his undoing. When he discovers that Miss Emmaline Westwood, the girls’ former teacher, guides them with ease, Cal offers her a marriage of convenience. But strong-minded and independent Emm is neither as compliant nor as proper as he expected, and Cal finds himself most inconveniently seduced by his convenient wife. Emm knows they didn’t marry for love, yet beneath her husband’s austere facade, she catches glimpses of a man who takes her breath away. As pride, duty and passion clash, will these two stubborn hearts find more than they ever dreamed of?

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Earl of Baxter

Earl of Baxter by Tammy Andresen

He's known as the Earl of Bastards… If society thinks the nickname is an insult, they are sorely mistaken. Mason, the Earl of Baxter, has grown up knowing he's the illegitimate son of the Duke of Devonshire, otherwise known as the Demon Duke. He'll join his father in hell before he bows before any man or woman of the peerage. She's an orphan with a dark secret… Most think Clarissa is a saint. She's tended wounded soldiers and helped raise forgotten children. But she is not all that she appears and there are dark secrets in her past that threaten her tenuous opportunities for the future. No one can know how she managed to escape…except one man already does…the Earl of Baxter. And what he'll do with that information is anyone's guess. She can't control him anymore that she can the loud thrumming of her heart anytime the man walks into the room. But when specters from her past begin to circle closer she must make a choice. Does she trust the Earl of Bastards? And if she does, will she lose her heart?

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As the Earl Likes

As the Earl Likes by Darcy Burke

Rogue Rules When a young lady is ruined, her friends vow none of them will ever be ensnared by a scoundrel again. They will resist every gentleman’s charms even—and especially—if it means gaining a reputation for being impossible to woo. It will take extraordinary rogues to break their rules... From USA Today Bestselling Author Darcy Burke, author of The Untouchables and Phoenix Club series, comes your next Regency romance must-read. As the Earl Likes Heir to a dukedom, Clive Halifax, Earl of Shefford, is weary of fixing his father’s scandalous messes and watching his mother suffer for them. Sheff vows to live as the Lothario everyone believes him to be, never to wed. However, his parents will not stop insisting he marry, so he chooses the most inappropriate bride he can find and pays her to be his fake betrothed for the remainder of the Season.   Josephine Harker lives at the edge of Society with a mother who runs a gaming club and an artist father who flits about the ton. She just wants the ability to choose her own path instead of what society dictates—or what her parents think is best for her. When Shefford, a notorious rake, proposes a faux engagement along with a substantial sum, she cannot refuse.   Dangerously captivated by one another from the outset, their attraction explodes into a searing passion they can’t deny. But the last thing Jo wants is to risk her heart on a rogue who can’t see he’s much more than his reputation—or that there is such a thing as true love.

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The Marquess Who Loved Me

The Marquess Who Loved Me by Valerie Bowman

When a marquess goes undercover as a valet to catch a traitor, a sassy lady's maid gets suspicious. He's on a top-secret assignment. All of London knows Beau Bellham as the Marquess of Bellingham, but only a trusted few know he also works for the Home Office. His specialty? Scouting out traitors to the Crown. So, when one of his friends pretends to be a footman at a house party in order to find a wife, Beau decides posing as a valet at the same gathering will be the perfect cover for him to spy on the men he suspects of treason. What Beau doesn’t count on, however, is butting heads with a far-too-certain-of-herself maid who gives him hell at every turn. She’s about to blow his cover. Miss Marianne Notley is a lady’s maid with more secrets than hairpins. When she meets her employer’s new valet, she distrusts him immediately. Never mind his dashing good looks and irrepressible charm, he’s a bit too sure of himself and asks a few too many questions for her liking. She’s on a mission to reveal the mysterious valet’s true identity, and she’s not above wielding her own considerable charms to do it. But before long, all the pretending Marianne and Beau are doing feels alarmingly real—and a lot like falling in love. When they finally discover the truth about each other, will it spark a face-off for the ages or a love that lasts for all time?  This book was previously titled the Valet Who Loved Me.

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The Secret Daughter

The Secret Daughter by Anne Gracie

When two strangers meet under false pretenses during an idyllic week in the French countryside, they’ll each need to face the truth to find one other again, in a dazzling new Regency romance from the national bestselling author of The Heiress’s Daughter . Orphaned Zoë Benoît has spent the last three years in Paris learning how to be a lady. But Zoë is torn—as an independent spirit and a talented artist, she cannot help but want more than the tightly controlled life of a society lady. On an impulsive visit to the château where her mother lived, Zoë, disguised as a maidservant named Vita, meets a handsome wandering artist, known simply as Reynard. One blissful week with the charming Reynard convinces Zoë that this is the man and the life for her—until she discovers what he’s been hiding from her, and she flees, heartbroken. Longing for the chance to redeem himself, Reynard searches far and wide for the woman he knows as Vita, to no avail. Disheartened, he returns to England to reluctantly resume his role as Julian Fox, the Earl of Foxton. However, when he sees one of Zoë’s paintings, he realizes she’s in London, and becomes desperate to find her before it’s too late. But even if they reunite, can he convince Zoë he’s worthy of her trust and prove to her that, with him, she can be a free-spirited artist and a countess?

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Road Trip With a Rogue

Road Trip With a Rogue Her Majesty's Rebels #3 by Kate Bateman

Mistakenly holding up the coach of the man who broke her heart is bad enough, but having to endure his sinfully alluring company all the way to Scotland is Daisy Hamilton’s worst nightmare . . . and her most secret desire. A midnight mishap. Daisy Hamilton’s new mission for King & Co., London's premier private investigation firm, is simple: stop heiress Violetta Brand from eloping. But her case is derailed when she mistakenly holds up the carriage of Lucien Vaughan, Duke of Cranford—cynical war hero, infamous libertine, and the very man who broke her heart five years ago. A reluctant road trip. Lucien’s determined to see his lovestruck nephew married to Miss Brand, but the unexpected appearance of Daisy— the one woman he’s never been able to forget—could ruin his plans. As they follow the runaway couple together, Lucien decides that delaying the headstrong Daisy by any means possible—including seduction—will be his absolute pleasure . . . and hers. A dangerous desire. After Daisy’s reputation is threatened, Lucien makes a scandalous claim, but when an unexpected enemy threatens her life, he realizes she’s the only woman for him. Their past encounters have made Daisy almost as jaded about love as Lucien himself, and it’s going to take action, not words, to convince this knife-wielding hellion to risk her heart on him again...

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His Runaway Bride

His Runaway Bride by Elina Emerald

Can be read as a stand-alone novella or in series order. When Lileas MacDonald flees her wedding to hide in a remote Scottish abbey, she thinks she's escaped her unwanted marriage forever. She was wrong. After months of humiliation and wounded pride, Laird Ewan MacNeil vows to bring his runaway bride to heel once and for all. But the woman he finds isn't the meek maiden he expected. She's a brilliant inventor with a penchant for whiskey brewing. Their forced marriage was supposed to be a simple political alliance. Instead, it's becoming a battle of wits between a woman who can turn dirt into an explosive and a man who's beginning to think he's her next experiment. When enemy clans discover Lileas possesses knowledge worth killing for, suddenly her biggest problem isn't avoiding marriage, it's avoiding kidnapping. Between dodging Highland raiders and clan warfare, can a reluctant bride and her long-suffering groom find something worth fighting for? TROPES: Arranged Marriage, Runaway Bride, Enemies to Lovers, Marriage of Convenience, Forced Proximity, Alpha Hero, Genius Heroine, Opposites Attract. Mature Content. NO cheating. NO cliffhangers. HEA.

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The Taming

The Taming by Jude Deveraux

New York Times bestselling author Jude Deveraux will keep your heart racing with this medieval romance set in 15th-century England featuring a stubborn heiress in need of a husband who has her eyes set on the kingdom's most infamous warrior. England's most valiant knights paid court to wealthy Liana Neville, but only the infamous warrior Rogan Peregrine made no secret of his powerful desires. His very caress melted Liana into liquid fire, and she vowed to capture this magnificent, wild man. Boldly the delicate beauty gave him her hand—and Britain's richest dower. Yet he was bound to a bitter feud: for love betrayed, brothers killed, and ancestral land usurped. In Rogan's war-ravaged castle, Liana would lay her tender siege...to redeem his embattled spirit and win his untamed heart!

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Surrender to the Devil

Surrender to the Devil by Lorraine Heath

A Devilish Duke on a Quest for Pleasure . . . Frannie Darling was once a child of London's roughest streets, surrounded by petty thieves, pickpockets, and worse. But though she survived this harsh upbringing to become a woman of incomparable beauty, Frannie wants nothing to do with the men who lust for her, the rogues who frequent the gaming hall where she works. She can take care of herself and feels perfectly safe on her own—safe, that is, until he strides into her world, and once again it becomes a very dangerous place indeed. To bed her but not wed her. That's what Sterling Mabry, the eighth Duke of Greystone, wants. But Frannie abhors arrogant aristocrats interested only in their own pleasure. So why then does the thought of an illicit tryst with the devilish duke leave her trembling with desire? Her willing body begs for release . . . and a wicked, wonderful surrender.

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Sapphire

Sapphire by Rosemary Rogers

Not even love could stop her… Despite her privileged life in the sultry paradise of Martinique, the beautiful and daring Sapphire Fabergine will never be satisfied until she claims the honor and legitimacy that has been denied her. Sapphire sails to London to confront the aristocratic family who had disowned her before she was even born—only to find that her father is dead and that his title has passed to Blake Thixton, an attractive yet loathsome distant American cousin. Convinced Sapphire is determined to bring about his ruin, Blake kidnaps her and sails back to America, where he presents her with a choice: become his mistress or serve him as a maid in his waterfront mansion. Without means in this unfamiliar land, Sapphire is trapped. But she will not compromise her quest for honor so easily—not even for the man she has come to desire.

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Lady Arabella’s Reluctant Hero

Lady Arabella’s Reluctant Hero by Maggie Dallen

"Every young lady deserves a champion. Even the ones who insist they don't need one. Especially those ones, in fact." — The Dowager Duchess of Ashworth, who collects difficult debutantes the way other women collect china He's the kind of man who saves damsels in distress. She's... not the damsel he had in mind. All of London knows that Lord Alderton has come to Town to find a kind, gentle mother for his daughter. All of London would agree — Lady Arabella Wycliffe is not her. She's the Season's reigning beauty and its most dangerous gossip. So when he finds her in the midst of a panic attack in a moonlit garden, she is not exactly the damsel he would have chosen. And when they're caught together? Well. She isn't proud of what she does next. But a good man like Alderton shouldn't expect that same goodness from her. Everyone knows her reputation. Of course, there are reasons for her bad reputation. But Arabella would rather be hated than pitied. Alderton, however, doesn't seem inclined toward either. One look at the bruises on her throat, and the fury in Alderton's eyes nearly brings her to her knees. Then he makes her laugh when she's certain she'd forgotten how. And when a scheming duchess bundles them off to the country together — along with his ten-year-old daughter, who is alarmingly honest and entirely too easy to love — Arabella starts to see something she never planned for. A family. A home. The kind of man who has never once asked her to be anything other than exactly what she is. But Arabella has secrets she can't outrun. And the closer she gets to a life worth wanting, the harder it becomes to keep them. If Lord Alderton discovers what she's really been hiding, will he still see the woman underneath? And if he does — is she someone worth fighting for? A sweet Regency romance featuring a reformed villainess, a protective single father, and a dowager duchess who is entirely too pleased with herself.

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Scandal in Spring

Scandal in Spring The Wallflowers, Book 4 by Lisa Kleypas

Quirky and fun-loving American heiress Daisy Bowman is the last unmarried Wallflower. Her exasperated father has informed her that if she can’t find a husband by the end of her third London season, she will be forced to marry a man she hates—the ruthless entrepreneur Matthew Swift. Daisy is horrified. A Bowman never admits defeat, so she decides to do whatever it takes to marry someone . . . anyone . . . other than Matthew. What she doesn’t count on, however, is Matthew’s unexpected charm, or the blazing sensuality that soon flares beyond both their control. And Daisy discovers that the man she has always hated just might turn out to be the man of her dreams. But when a scandalous secret is uncovered, it could destroy both Matthew and a love more passionate and irresistible than Daisy’s wildest fantasies.

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Another Dawn

Another Dawn by Sandra Brown

In 1800s Texas, an innocent young woman must learn to love again after a painful betrayal . . . but the seeds of greed and desire harvest a scandal when she falls for the toughest cowhand in the west. Betrayal ruined Banner Coleman's wedding day -- and on her wedding night she was a jilted bride. But now, her innocence and pain have touched the heart of Jake Langston, a close family friend. Grappling with emotions that surprise them both, Jake and Banner are caught up in a scandal that could shatter a friendship and a family. But theirs isn't the only affair stirring up trouble in this rough cattle town. Twenty years ago the seeds of greed and desire were sown, and now the Texas landscape will once more reap the wild harvest of a man's hunger and a woman's enduring love.

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The Scot Beds His Wife

The Scot Beds His Wife by Kerrigan Byrne

The Scot Beds His Wife is the next lush, captivating Victorian romance in the Victorian Rebels series by Kerrigan Byrne. They’re rebels, scoundrels, and blackguards—dark, dashing men on the wrong side of the law. But for the women who love them, a hint of danger only makes the heart beat faster. Gavin St. James, Earl of Thorne, is a notorious Highlander and an unrelenting Lothario who uses his slightly menacing charm to get what he wants—including too many women married to other men. But now, Gavin wants to put his shady past behind him...more or less. When a fiery lass who is the heiress to the land he wishes to possess drops into his lap, he sees a perfectly delicious opportunity... A marriage most convenient Samantha Masters has come back to Scotland, in a pair of trousers, and with a whole world of dangerous secrets from her time spent in the Wild West trailing behind her. Her only hope of protection is to marry—and to do so quickly. Gavin is only too willing to provide that service for someone he finds so disturbingly irresistible. But even as danger approaches, what begins as a scandalous proposition slowly turns into an all-consuming passion. And Gavin discovers that he will do whatever is necessary to keep the woman he has claimed as his own...

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The Matrimonial Advertisement

The Matrimonial Advertisement by Mimi Matthews

"For this impressive Victorian romance, Matthews crafts a tale that sparkles with chemistry...an excellent series launch that will appeal to fans of Loretta Chase and Stephanie Laurens." — Publishers Weekly A USA TODAY BESTSELLER She Wanted Sanctuary… Helena Reynolds will do anything to escape her life in London, even if that means traveling to a remote cliffside estate on the North Devon coast and marrying a complete stranger. But Greyfriar's Abbey isn't the sort of refuge she imagined. And ex-army captain Justin Thornhill—though he may be tall, dark, and devastatingly handsome—is anything but a romantic hero.   He Needed Redemption… Justin has spent the last two decades making his fortune, settling scores, and suffering a prolonged period of torture in an Indian prison. Now, firmly established in the grandest house in King's Abbot, he needs someone to smooth the way for him with the villagers. Someone to manage his household—and warm his bed on occasion. What he needs, in short, is a wife and a matrimonial advertisement seems the perfect way to acquire one. Their marriage was meant to be a business arrangement and nothing more. A dispassionate union free from the entanglements of love and affection. But when Helena's past threatens, will Justin's burgeoning feelings for his new bride compel him to come to her rescue? Or will dark secrets of his own force him to let her go?

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To Have and to Hold

To Have and to Hold by Elina Emerald

Can be read as a stand-alone novella or in series order. He broke her heart. She haunted his dreams. Now fate is forcing them back together… but revenge has never burned this hot. Ten years ago, Lady Bella Sutherland waited in her wedding dress at a moonlit chapel for the blacksmith's apprentice who'd stolen her heart. Boyd MacKinnon never showed. When she found him days later in a tavern with a woman sitting on his lap, his cruel and public rejection shattered her world. Now Boyd otherwise known as ' the Monk' is a feared warrior and right-hand man to the king, he bows to no one. When Bella's treacherous brother Bryce Sutherland falls from the king's favor, Boyd sees an opportunity for the ultimate revenge: claim Bella, who once made a fool of him, as his bride. But the woman standing before him isn't the deceitful, spoiled creature he imagined. And Bella discovers that the ruthless groom demanding retribution bears little resemblance to the gentle man she once loved. As they're bound together in a marriage of convenience, old wounds resurface and dangerous truths begin to emerge. What neither knows is that they were both betrayed by the same man. Both lied to. Both abandoned. Both in danger. Can two broken hearts find their way back to each other? Or will the secrets between them destroy their second chance at a love that never truly died? Tropes: Enemies to Lovers • Second Chance Romance • Rejected Mates • Marriage of Convenience. No cheating. No cliffhangers. HEA.

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Only Enchanting

Only Enchanting Flavian's Story by Mary Balogh

In the fourth novel of New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh's Survivors' Club series, Flavian, Viscount Ponsonby, finds salvation in the love of a most unsuspecting woman...   Flavian was devastated by his fiancée’s desertion after his return home from the Napoleonic Wars. Now the woman who broke his heart is back—and everyone is eager to revive their engagement. Except Flavian, who, in a panic, runs straight into the arms of a most sensible yet enchanting young woman.   Agnes Keeping has never been in love—and never wishes to be. But then she meets the charismatic Flavian, and suddenly Agnes falls so foolishly and so deeply that she agrees to his impetuous proposal of marriage.   When Agnes discovers that the proposal is only to avenge his former love, she’s determined to flee. But Flavian has no intention of letting his new bride go, especially now that he too has fallen so passionately and so unexpectedly in love.

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Ireland

Ireland A Novel by Frank Delaney

“Dramatic, adventurous, heroic, romantic. . . these historical chronicles, legends, myths, tall tales and fables, featuring warriors, kings, monks, explorers and clever common folk, imaginatively tell the history of Ireland.”  —  Philadelphia Inquirer This New York Times bestselling epic saga is an unforgettable tour de force that marries the intimate, passionate texture of the Irish spirit with a historical scope that is sweeping and resplendent. In this celebrated work of historical fiction, storyteller extraordinaire Frank Delaney takes his readers on a journey through the history of Ireland, stopping along the way to evoke the dramatic events and personalities so critical to shaping the Irish experience. In the winter of 1951, a storyteller, the last practitioner of an honored, centuries-old tradition, arrives at the home of nine-year-old Ronan O’Mara in the Irish countryside. For three wonderful evenings, the old gentleman enthralls his assembled local audience with tales woven from Irish mythology, narratives of foolish kings, fabled saints, and Ireland’s enduring accomplishments before moving on. But these nights change young Ronan forever, sparking a coming of age journey as he sets off on a years-long pursuit of the elusive, itinerant storyteller and the glorious tales that are no less than the saga of his tenacious and extraordinary isle.

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The Laird's Guardian Angel

The Laird's Guardian Angel by Eliza Knight

Laird Alistair Sinclair has been fighting alongside Robert the Bruce for the last few years in the War of Independence for Scotland. Nursing an injury, he makes the journey home from battle, with the intent to put his own lands to rights while he recovers-only Alistair nearly tramples a beguiling lass on his lands before he arrives. She begs him for help, and dangles before him a secret he can't ignore, just as he can't shake the desire that thrums in his veins at the sight of her. Escaping near death at the treacherous hands of an English soldier who raided her clan's castle, Lady Calliope Ramsay flees to the nearby Sinclair lands, desperate for help and to relay the information she overheard. With the future of her clan and Scotland at stake, she implores her neighbor for aid, all while trying to ignore his striking gaze that sends her heart fluttering. Can Alistair trust the captivating woman who claims to be his ally? With the battle coming closer to his doorstep, he has little choice but to believe Calliope. Side by side, they will risk everything to protect what is theirs, only to find the one thing they forgot to fortify were their hearts…

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A Spring Deception

A Spring Deception by Jess Michaels

The second book in the next historical romance series coming soon from USA Today Bestselling Romance Author Jess Michaels  Miss Celia Fitzgilbert’s grandfather has decreed she must marry a man with a title or he’ll never reveal the identity of her mysterious father. But her engagement to an Earl was already broken, leaving her steeped in scandal. She has all but given up on her future until the reclusive Duke of Clairemont returns to Society and sweeps her off her feet. Not only does she feel drawn to him in ways she’s never felt before, but he is a potential solution to all her problems. But things are not so simple for the duke. Aiden is not comfortable with his position in Society, perhaps because he is a fraud. In truth, Clairemont died months ago and the man playing him is a spy, bent on uncovering a dangerous secret. A flirtation with Celia, meant to help him fit in, quickly turns very real. But can Celia recover when the lies come out? And can Aiden keep them both alive long enough to even consider a future?

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Slightly Scandalous

Slightly Scandalous by Mary Balogh

BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Mary Balogh's The Secret Mistress. Meet the Bedwyns…six brothers and sisters—men and women of passion and privilege, daring and sensuality. Enter their dazzling world of high society and breathtaking seduction…where each will seek love, fight temptation, and court scandal…and where Freyja Bedwyn, the wild-hearted daughter, meets her match in a man as passionate, reckless, and scandalous as she. Growing up with four unruly brothers has made Freyja Bedwyn far bolder than most society ladies. From feisty manner to long, tumbling hair, Lady Freyja is pure fire, a woman who seeks both adventure and freedom. Adventure soon finds her on a visit to Bath, when a handsome stranger bursts into Freyja's room and entreats her to hide him. His name is Joshua Moore, Marquess of Hallmere, a man with a hell-raising reputation of his own who is quickly intrigued by the independent beauty. So intrigued, in fact, that he makes her a surprising request: to pose as his fiancée and help thwart his family's matchmaking schemes. For two people determined to be free, it's the perfect plan…until passion blindsides them both. For as Joshua sets out to achieve his complete seduction of Freyja, a woman who has sworn off love is in danger of losing the one thing she never expected to give again: her heart…

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Anything But a Duke

Anything But a Duke The Duke's Den by Christy Carlyle

Self-made man Aidan Iverson has seen more closed doors in his thirty years than he’s ever cared to count. As a member of the elite Duke’s Den, he has all the money he could possibly need but the one thing he can’t purchase is true power. If roguish Aidan can’t buy his way into society’s hallowed halls, he’ll resort to a more extreme measure: marriage. Brought up to be a proper lady, the only thing Diana Ashby desires is to be left alone to the creation of her own devices. But when her dreams are crushed, she must find another way to secure the future of her invention. Knowing his desire to enter her world, Diana strikes a deal to arrange Aidan’s marriage to the perfect lady—as long as that lady isn’t her. She doesn’t need any distractions from her work, particularly of the sinfully handsome variety. As Diana and Aidan set out to find him an aristocratic match, neither are prepared for the passion that ignites between them or the love they can’t ignore. In the Duke’s Den, can happiness ever be a winning prospect?

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The Matchmaker

The Matchmaker by Rexanne Becnel

A genteel English lady looking for a spark is about to get a bonfire in this Regency romance by the USA Today –bestselling author of the Rosecliffe Trilogy. Olivia may have entered London society three years ago, but all she has to show for it is extensive notes. The pages of her diary are filled with details on every bachelor who has ever clamored for a spot on her dance card. Although her book has afforded her a new hobby in matchmaking, it has yet to provide her with a suitable man. And she is not about to settle for just anyone . . . Since returning from the war, Lord Neville Hawke slakes his thirst with any spirit he can find and satisfies his lust with any woman he desires. His charms, however, are lost on a well-bred lady like Olivia. After their disastrous meeting, she wants nothing to do with him. Neville, on the other hand, feels something he has not felt in a long time. Olivia makes the darkest days of his past feel a bit more bearable. But since Olivia has made up her mind on Neville and he is not in the market for a wife, it would take a miracle for them to get together—or a kiss. Perfect for fans of the Bridgerton series! "If you like your heroes dark and flawed, then run, don't walk, to buy The Matchmaker . . . . Becnel gives us true insight into the human spirit and does not stint on creating the ideal atmosphere and recreating the era to near perfection. A powerful love story and a thinking reader's book." — RT Book Reviews "Once again, Rexanne Becnel delivers a special reading treat. . . . The supporting cast is fantastic, and the story . . . will richly entertain you and have you clamoring for more works by the talented Rexanne Becnel." — The Belles and Beaux of Romance

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Until the Rake Surrenders

Until the Rake Surrenders by Darcy Burke

From USA Today Bestselling Author Darcy Burke, author of The Untouchables and Phoenix Club series, comes your next Regency romance must-read—the Rogue Rules . When a young lady is ruined, her friends vow none of them will ever be ensnared by a scoundrel again. They will resist every gentleman’s charms even—and especially—if it means gaining a reputation for being impossible to woo. It will take extraordinary rogues to break their rules... Until the Rake Surrenders It will take nothing less than the promise of a heart-stopping, breath-catching, happily ever after to woo Lady Minerva Halifax into marriage, but that dream seems doomed. She only attracts money- and position-hungry rogues because she’s the daughter of a wealthy duke. Then her friend’s dashingly irrepressible brother, Evan Price, is injured showing off at a house party, and Min ends up caring for him. As unexpected sparks flash between them, she wonders if Cupid may finally be circling.   Evan foolishly falls for his reluctant nurse, but he knows he doesn’t stand a chance of winning her hand without a title. Min is forced back onto the Marriage Mart by her parents, and Evan returns to filling the hollows inside himself with daring adventures and fleeting flirtations. He suddenly finds himself the most desired bachelor in Bath—except by the one person he really wants.   But when an absolute scoundrel swoops in to claim Min, Evan must bare his heart and risk everything or chance losing her forever.

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The Viscount Who Loved Me

The Viscount Who Loved Me Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

# 1 New York Times Bestseller The inspiration for season two of BRIDGERTON, a series created by Shondaland for Netflix, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn: the story of Anthony Bridgerton in the second of her beloved Regency-set novels featuring the charming, powerful Bridgerton family. ANTHONY’S STORY This time the gossip columnists have it wrong. London’s most elusive bachelor Anthony Bridgerton hasn’t just decided to marry—he’s even chosen a wife! The only obstacle is his intended’s older sister, Kate Sheffield—the most meddlesome woman ever to grace a London ballroom. The spirited schemer is driving Anthony mad with her determination to stop the betrothal, but when he closes his eyes at night, Kate’s the woman haunting his increasingly erotic dreams... Contrary to popular belief, Kate is quite sure that reformed rakes do not make the best husbands—and Anthony Bridgerton is the most wicked rogue of them all. Kate’s determined to protect her sister—but she fears her own heart is vulnerable. And when Anthony’s lips touch hers, she’s suddenly afraid she might not be able to resist the reprehensible rake herself...

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Julia and the Rake (Regency Spinsters Alliance 4)

Julia and the Rake (Regency Spinsters Alliance 4) by Carole Mortimer

JULIA and the RAKE (Regency Spinsters Alliance 4) is the fourth book in this Regency romance series by Amazon #1 and International Bestselling author, Carole Mortimer. Julia is a member of the Spinsters Alliance, a group of young ladies who refuse to marry unless they love and are loved in return. Whether she likes it or not, Julia is about to encounter the last man she would ever have thought capable of changing her mind. Full blurb coming soon! Most recent books by Carole Mortimer Wynter Hearts: RUFUS (Wynter Hearts 1) MAGNUS (Wynter Hearts 2) FERGUS (Wynter Hearts 3) DECLAN (Wynter Hearts 4) KNOX (Wynter Hearts 5) More books to come in this series Regency Spinsters Alliance: Lily and the Duke (Regency Spinsters Alliance 1) Chloe and the Devil (Regency Spinsters Alliance 2) Georgiana and the Rogue (Regency Spinsters Alliance 3) Julia and the Rake (Regency Spinsters Alliance 4) More books to come in this series Snow Dragons: paranormal dragon shifter series LACHLAN (Snow Dragon's Hunting 1) HUNTER (Snow Dragons Hunting 2) RANULF (Snow Dragons Hunting 3) Kingston Security: Kingston's Ransom (Kingston Security 1) Kingston's Captive (Kingston Security 2) Kingston's Redemption (Kingston Security 3) 275th Book Kingston's Enigma (Kingston Security 4) Kingston's Salvation (Kingston Security 5) Kingston's Obsession (Kingston Security 6) Kingston's Rival (Kingston Security 7) Ruthless Regency Dukes: The Wager (Ruthless Regency Dukes 1) The Mistress (Ruthless Regency Dukes 2) The Widow (Ruthless Regency Dukes 3) The Guardian (Ruthless Dukes 4) The Hero (Ruthless Dukes 5) The Ghost (Ruthless Dukes 6)

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Daughters of Paris

Daughters of Paris by Elisabeth Hobbes

A must-read for fans of Kate Quinn and Kristin Hannah! Paris 1930s A promise that binds them together. A war that pulls them apart. Childhood companions Fleur and Colette make a vow, under the trailing ivy of their secret garden, that they will be secret sisters forever. But as they grow up, the promises of childhood are put to the ultimate test. For Colette is the daughter of the house, and her life is all jazz clubs, silk dresses and chilled champagne, while Fleur is the orphan niece of the housekeeper and doesn’t feel like she belongs anywhere. Years later, in 1939, life as they know it will never be the same. As the German tanks roll in and Paris becomes an occupied city, the promise they made as children will have consequences they could never have imagined… Readers love Daughters of Paris: ‘I’m an avid reader of WWII novels and this was up there with the best…Strong women, enduring friendship and love’ Bev ‘Has it all: mystery, suspense, history, strong female characters, and kept me engaged throughout…excellent’ Rachel ‘Outstanding…five stars from me’ Karren ‘It's been a while since I cried at a book!’ Shanon ‘I really enjoyed this story of loyalty, love, bravery and true friendship…a very thought-provoking read’ Chrissie ‘This was a lovely WWII historical fiction novel that focused on the relationships between the female characters, which I appreciated. And there is romance, of course, because what is a wartime novel set in Paris without a bit of romance?’ Lorin Reviews Readers are absolutely loving The Secret Agent: ‘Captivated my heart…5 out of 5 stars for me’ Megan ‘A beautiful historical novel describing the plight of a brave young woman willing to put her own life at risk for the sake of saving others’ Julia ‘A wonderful novel with exciting twists and a satisfying ending’ Emily ‘I sat up through the night reading this book and I would definitely recommend it’ Julie ‘Perfect for a flight or a night curled up with a cup of tea or wine’ Sarah ‘A heartbreaking story of the sacrifices made by the young women of the S.O.E’ Anne ‘I would give this a higher rating than 5 it was that good’ Patricia ‘There is romance, drama and tension … an enjoyable read’ Karyn About the author Elisabeth’s writing career began when she finished third in Harlequin’s So You Think You Can Write contest in 2013 and hasn't looked back. She teaches Primary school but would rather write full time because unlike five year olds her characters generally do what she tells them. She spends most of her spare time reading and is a pro at cooking one-handed while holding a book. She lives in Cheshire because the car broke down there in 1999 and she never left.

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The Laird's Prize

The Laird's Prize by Eliza Knight

A new sizzling, irresistible, adventure-filled, medieval Scottish romance series from USA Today bestselling author, Eliza Knight. Three Scottish brothers, born minutes apart, must safeguard the lands their father left each of them as their legacy, against their enemies, and the feisty, independent ladies who remind them what it is to be human and loved. Lady Douglass de Clifford is reticent about marrying an English soldier who holds a Scottish castle for the English king—after all, she doesn't believe the English should be battling the Scots for their own land. When she arrives in Dumfries, their party is unexpectedly ambushed. Besieged by rebel Scots, she is tossed from her horse, only to be saved by a Highland warrior who promises safety even as he absconds with her. She vows to run away until his tender kiss makes her doubt everything she's ever known. Laird Noah Sinclair had not expected to find an English bride in the center of his battle, and now he's determined to take from his enemy what he prizes most—his lady. As the eldest of his brothers, and laird of his clan, he has a responsibility to those who look to him for leadership. But when Lady Douglass threatens to leave and is nearly accosted by an outlaw, he is determined to prove to everyone that she is his and his alone. While at first, his decision to steal the prize seemed like a punishment, her kiss proves to be rewarding all on its own. But love seems impossible. Despite the passion igniting between Noah and Douglass, they wed for her protection and his revenge. Tucked away from the battle at Castle Buanaiche in the northernmost part of the Highlands, Noah fears misfortune may befall his clan for stealing another man's bride, and it seems as if danger is a little closer at hand than they both expected...

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A Night to Surrender

A Night to Surrender by Tessa Dare

“An engaging love story with strong, believable characters. I can’t wait to read the sequels!” —Mary Balogh “Prepare to fall in love.” —Julia Quinn Presenting the winner of the Avon FanLit contest, the immensely talented Tessa Dare! Tessa’s first Avon historical romance, A Night to Surrender, is a love story to remember—kicking off her wonderfully inventive Spindle Cove series, set in England’s Regency Era in a small seaside resort town that caters specifically to ladies “of good breeding and delicate constitution.” Fans of Lisa Kleypas, Christina Dodd, and Liz Carlyle will delight in the passionate chaos that ensues when a dashing British officer, under orders, “invades” this community of strong-willed “spinsters,” only to discover he’s met his match in Miss Susannah Finch!

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The Duke of Seduction

The Duke of Seduction by Darcy Burke

Lady Lavinia Gillingham prefers rocks and dirt to marriage. Her passion is science, and she’s determined to marry if—and only if—she finds a man who supports her interests and intellect. So far, she’s managed to avoid attention on the Marriage Mart, but when the Duke of Seduction pens anonymous letters singing her praises, she suddenly becomes the toast of the ton and matrimony seems imminent. William Beckett, Marquess of Northam possesses the reputation of a rake but is secretly a romantic. Spurned at sixteen and knowing his sister was victimized by Society, he uses music and poetry to fill the void in his soul. As the Duke of Seduction, he uses his skill to help Lavinia, never anticipating she has no desire for assistance or that she could be the balm he needs. But when she’s on the verge of becoming engaged, can Beck beat back the shadows of the past and open his heart again?

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The Dark Enquiry - Deanna Raybourn Cover Art

The Dark Enquiry

The Dark Enquiry A Historical Romance by Deanna Raybourn

Séances and secrets threaten Lady Julia Grey and her family in this next adventure of Victorian mystery and magic, only from New York Times bestselling author of Killers of a Certain Age, Deanna Raybourn. Partners now in marriage and in trade, Lady Julia and Nicholas Brisbane have finally returned from abroad to set up housekeeping in London. But merging their respective collections of gadgets, pets and servants leaves little room for the harried newlyweds themselves, let alone Brisbane’s private enquiry business. Among the more unlikely clients: Julia’s very proper brother, Lord Bellmont, who swears Brisbane to secrecy about his case. Not about to be left out of anything concerning her beloved—if eccentric—family, spirited Julia soon picks up the trail of the investigation. It leads to the exclusive Ghost Club, where the alluring Madame Séraphine holds evening séances…and more than a few powerful gentlemen in thrall. From this eerie enclave unfolds a lurid tangle of dark deeds, whose tendrils crush reputations and throttle trust. Shocked to find their investigation spun into salacious newspaper headlines, bristling at the tension it causes between them, the Brisbanes find they must unite or fall. For Bellmont’s sake—and more—they’ll face myriad dangers born of dark secrets, the kind men kill to keep. Previously published. Look for the complete Lady Julia Grey mystery series by Deanna Raybourn! Book # 1: Silent in the Grave Book # 2: Silent in the Sanctuary Book # 3: Silent on the Moor Book # 3.5: Midsummer Night (novella) Book # 4: Dark Road to Darjeeling Book # 5: The Dark Enquiry Book # 5.5: Silent Night (novella) Book # 5.6: Twelfth Night (novella) Book # 5.7: Bonfire Night (novella)

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The Firebrand - May McGoldrick Cover Art

The Firebrand

The Firebrand by May McGoldrick

It takes a pirate to tame a pirate! Beginning with The Dreamer and continuing with The Enchantress, May McGoldrick’s Highland Treasure Trilogy captures the lives and loves of three Scottish sisters. Now, in the exciting conclusion, meet Adrianne…The Firebrand…a woman without compromise or inhibitions…. Thrust into the arms of the man who wants more than her heart... Adrianne Percy was hidden in the Western Isles, safe from her family’s enemies – until her sisters sent a notorious pirate to return her to the Highlands. But when she hatches a plan to free her kidnapped mother, it requires her to marry the handsome rogue – and what begins as a simple matter of business quickly flares into an uncontrollable desire…

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