For two years she's been engaged to a naval lieutenant, now due home within weeks. But before she weds, Marian accepts her cousins' invitation to join them in town for the social season. Lady Formsby has generously arranged for Marian to study with the masters at the Royal Academy. As a dedicated painter, Marian can be relied upon to provide steady, sensible company to her impulsive younger cousin Katie, who has been relishing her debut. All of London is thrilled with Napoleon's abdication and the celebratory visits of foreign princes. Yet Lord Sidley's return from the war has created an equal sensation. The earl's looks, charm, and dashing reputation intrigue both cousins. Katie vows to marry Sidley, and indeed, as the last of his family, he must choose a bride. But there is another reason for the widespread fascination with Lord Sidley's Season. And Marian soon discovers how easily plans, and hearts, can be overturned.

    Shy Beatrice soon crosses every eligible man off her list, except handsome Justin Serle. Despite her own feelings for Justin, Beatrice is determined to save him for her cousin. Regency Romance by Anna Jacobs writing as Sherry-Anne Jacobs; originally published by Random House Australia

    Now each faces a daunting ultimatum: marry by year's end—or kiss their inheritance good-bye.In the two decades since a tragic "accident" took the lives of his parents, Oliver Sharpe, the Marquess of Stoneville, has survived the scandal surrounding that fateful night by living as an unrepentant rakehell. And with his grandmother vowing to disinherit him if he doesn't settle down and wed, he plans to fulfill the bargain in true Sharpe style—by bringing home a fake fiancée from a brothel! But his scheme is derailed when he rescues an American beauty in a dire predicament instead. Maria Butterfield came to London to track down her groom-to-be, who's gone missing, but her engagement won't stop Oliver from getting what he wants: her, in his bed. His rebellious masquerade may call his grandmother's bluff, but it's soon made all too real—by a love that tempts him to be a hellion no more.

    The handsome earl confesses that he needs to marry into money to save his crumbling estate, Halcrow Hall, and produce an heir. Giles is the most interesting and fascinating man Selina knows. But he is also the most secretive. He has resigned his commission in the army while England is at war, and members of the ton cut him. Because of the earl’s rakish reputation, Selina fears she may be leaving her calm, organized life for one of disorder and heartbreak. But she never expects what lies ahead.First published as Love and War, a short story, but has been extensively rewritten.

    The story revolves around the lives of Lady Lydia Demains, a morally upright and tenderly naive young woman, and Lord Alexander Wake, an immoral rake, for lack of a better description. Or is he really? Enjoy the rich romance of an innocent young woman caught up into the world of a gentleman who lost his ability to

    Elizabeth Elliot is as beautiful as ever, yet no gentleman of proper stature has requested her hand. Lady Russell claims she is too particular, but Elizabeth begs to differ. She is not about to settle for a gentleman of no distinction like her sister Mary. Nor will she follow her heart and marry a commoner with no title but Captain--that was Anne's mistake. As for romance and the tender stirrings of the heart, why, only a simpleton would fall prey to such foolishness! But when the proud Miss Elliot encounters a pair of smiling Irish eyes in a most unsuitable man of vulgar connections, she is tempted to change her opinion. Almost. Jane Austen's beloved Persuasion provides the backdrop for this delightful romp set in Regency England.

    Joan, however, has learned some harsh lessons about impetuous passions. She is well aware of what Roger wants, and is determined to resist his game of seduction and temptation. Whenever he gets Joan alone, he whispers to her seductive, alluring promises that will introduce her to passion and love

    But Elizabeth Grayson can’t be bothered by society’s diversions while seeking justice for her murdered sister. She is a woman on a dangerous mission. Now is not the time for mindless social engagements or courtships from men she has no intention of marrying. However, Christian Delaford is no ordinary man. He stirs her like no one she has ever met before. His eyes speak of sin and tangled sheets. Of decadent nights spent in his arms. Far too diverting for her peace of mind.Christian Delaford, the Duke of Haverton, must be married by midnight of his birthday or forfeit his heritage to a distant relation. After years of living a hedonistic life in the Orient, the thought of binding himself forever to an insipid English Miss fairly curls his toes. London’s current ‘diamond of the first water’, however, changes his mind. In Elizabeth, he finds a bold and daring woman who harbors a terrifying secret. He vows to chase Miss Temptation, to the ends of the earth if needs be, and save her from the forces that would tear them both apart.

    Has love any chance at all? Camilla Knight, respectable Bath lady, has a secret that would ruin her, and her family, if it was ever known. She is also becoming increasingly attracted to Nicholas Lovell, Earl of Ashby which would be delightful - if it were not for the fact that Nicholas is intent on the pursuit of lovely actress Lysette Davide, who just happens to be Miss Knight. What begins as a careless wager for Nicholas becomes a tantalising dilemma as he comes to realise that the two women he is attracted to are one and the same. And neither is a fit wife for the Earl of Ashby. Can love and trust win out over fear and pride? Please note - This is an extensively revised version of the novel of the same title by Francesca Shaw,.

    Too many ghosts from his past life have made him into a man who is as remote as he is untouchable. People called him Beast and claim that his heart is as cold as his dark visage. Clare Ross is a warm and giving woman; one who has grown strong from the weight of responsibility thrust upon her when her parents died and her younger brother, Aaron, the Viscount Hambelton went off the rails. Now that her brother has once again found his way, Clare is looking forward, with an open heart, to whatever joy life might bring her way. What few people know is that it was Jared who took the young man out of the cold and gave him what he himself was denied - a second chance to live his life and take his future in hand. Only Clare knows that behind the grim façade, the Lord of Winterchase is much more than he seems and what people claim him to be.The reclusive Lord agrees to join Aaron and his party at Hambleton to celebrate Christmas and the young Viscount’s twenty fifth birthday celebration. Here he meets Clare for the first time and finds her indeed to be the warm, caring woman that her brother spoke of with such affection. Determined to show her gratitude for what he has done, Clare befriends Jared, but what starts as innocent friendship instantly flames into a desire they never thought possible. Clare is sure, but is Jared willing to take this chance on love and let Clare be the one to melt his winter heart?

    While society wonders at the reasons for Lady Vane's demeanor and the secrets that lurk in her past, the Earl of Bramwell continues in his devil-may-care approach to life. Hal has no desire for serious relationships with women since his own bitter disappointment several years earlier. However, once their paths cross, Hal's interest is sparked and he becomes obsessed with discovering what lies beneath the ravishing Isabella's icy exterior. But can Isabella ever overcome her past to find love?

    Then the old duke wrests a final promise from his guilt-ridden son: that Royal will marry heiress Jocelyn Caulfield and restore the estate to its former glory. However, it is not his fiancée who quickens Royal's pulse, but rather her beautiful cousin Lily Moran.Penniless Lily knows that nothing can come of their undeniable attraction—but there is a way she can help Royal. Enlisting some questionable characters from her past, Lily concocts an elaborate ruse to recover some of the Bransford fortune from a notorious confidence artist. As the dangerous scheme unfolds, Lily and Royal are thrown together in pursuit of the very thing—money—that keeps them apart….

    But Philip's handsome brother would not be so easily fooled...Jane Verey most certainly was going to marry his brother. Alex, the Duke of Delahaye, had carefully arranged the match, and Miss Verey's tricks would not stop the marriage. But every time Alex set eyes on the enchanting hoyden, he found himself wanting a match of his own...The Rebellious Debutante by Meg AlexanderThe Earl of Rushmore might be the catch of the ton, but that did not stop Perdita from accidentally on purpose stamping on his toe! Well, in her opinion he deserved it!The Earl had secretly been rather impressed with the rebellious debutante - her feisty spirit was a refreshing change from the simpering young ladies who had only marriage on their minds. Despite the fact that Perdita disliked him, he'd even managed to persuade her to help him in a matter of great importance. But the biggest surprise of all for the Earl was that he now had marriage on his mind!

    Lyons has survived war, and a French prison. He's ready to return to the life he dreamed of at Greystone. But title responsibilities and finances force him to go to London in search of a bride. At first, Jane Archer seems plain yet intelligent to Thorn, but he quickly becomes aware of both Jane's attraction to him, and his own interest in her. With the Greystone estate on the brink of ruin, nothing less than a proper heiress will do. And yet, in London, Thorn seeks out Jane and it only takes one kiss to lead them both down an impossible path.

    Her hopes are dashed when Zachary, Earl of Wrekin, claims Phoebe is too young for the task, and refuses to escort her. She finds herself unable to control the rebellious Sally, who gets into many scrapes even before they leave London. However, when Phoebe rescues Sally from a calamitous action, Zachary relents. But Jane's husband and his unpleasant sisters cause irritation on the journey. Then Napoleon escapes from Elba and everything is in turmoil for Phoebe.