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The Ladies of Bath: A Regency Romance Boxset Collection
Isabella Thorne - 2019
Where chivalrous rouges, daring lords, and smart spirited ladies overcome the dastardly schemes that stand in the way of true love! 3 Full Length Regency Romance Novels now in a captivating Boxset. Join the Ladies of Bath as they struggle with love and loss in their search for happily ever after. The Duke’s Daughter A High Society Lady and a Navy Commander… Joined by a tragic accident, a secret cypher, and a clandestine engagement. Two people have never been so mismatched, but when Amelia’s father dies under mysterious circumstances, and Samuel’s elder brother is poisoned within a mere day of the Duke’s death, both Lady Amelia and Commander Beresford find themselves forced to work together in a desperate search for the culprit. Neither could imagine falling in love … now it seems they cannot imagine loving anyone else. The Baron in Bath Surrounded by Rumor…Betrothed to a Rake…Miss Julia Bellevue has been made an object of ridicule amongst the Ton for years and would wish to be left out of their cruel games. But Julia’s late father has secretly betrothed her to Godwin Gruger, the devilishly handsome Baron Fawkland, a scandalous gentleman with a terrible reputation. She would much prefer his equally dashing younger brother, but if Julia refuses to marry the Baron she is to lose her inheritance! Caught in a whirlwind of rumors, picnics, parties and balls where no one is who they pretend to be Julia must decide what she really wants… The Baron or his brother… and if she can truly trust either man with her heart? The Deceptive Earl Lady Charity is the last of her friends to marry, and this summer holiday, she finds Bath lonely…That is until she matches wits with the dashing Earl of Wentwell. Lady Charity thinks Neville is a rogue and a scoundrel who has ruined more than one lady. She wants nothing but to give him the cut. Lord Wentwell thinks Lady Charity is outrageous; a woman on the prowl for a husband, and he will have none of it. He has been hurt before and he will not play by her rules, or the Ton's. Can love flourish amidst the problems of Neville's war shaken brother and Charity's elderly ailing father? Once Charity has seen the gentleman behind Lord Wentwell's devil may care exterior, nothing can keep her from him, not war, nor disease, not even her overbearing mother or his! 3 Full Length Sweet and Wholesome Clean Read Regency Romances Don't miss the glamor and excitement of Regency Romance by Isabella Thorne Follow Isabella Thorne on Amazon, Facebook and Bookbub. SIGN UP for her newsletter to be notified of the debut of Isabella Thorne's next novel.
Anastasia and the Duke
Claudia Stone - 2021
But escaping the Seven Dials and Sidney Pritchard, the self-styled King of Thieves, is no easy task and Hannah finds herself persuaded into one last swindle; one which will set her up comfortably for life, if she can carry it off.Lady Lansdowne, Countess Morris, lost her daughter and granddaughter to the French Revolution - though the latter’s body was never found. Posing as a companion, Hannah must somehow convince the countess that she is the long-missing child, Anastasia, so that Hannah might gain access to the family jewels.A duke wracked by suspicion and desire…Oliver Edward St Martin De Vere, Sixth Duke of Hawkfield, takes one look at Lady Lansdowne’s new companion and recognises her as the thief he shared a kiss with, one fateful night.The thief he hasn’t been able to stop thinking about since.Despite his desire, Oliver is determined to protect the elderly Lady Lansdowne from another schemer out to exploit her grief. But with every encounter Oliver has with Hannah, he begins to suspect that there is more to the young woman than meets the eye.In fact, if he wasn’t so rational, he might well believe that the beautiful young woman was indeed the long lost Anastasia - and that the only thing in danger of being stolen was his heart.A woman in too deep…Having spent most of her life building a wall around her heart, Hannah is surprised to find it crumbling as she spends time with Lady Lansdowne. As Hannah is showered with kindness and love, she begins to question her true origins. And, as a blue-eyed duke makes a clumsy attempt at capturing her heart, Hannah finds herself wishing that her scheme was not a scheme at all, but the truth.But wishing won’t get Hannah out of the trouble she has made for herself and, soon, she must make a choice. Should she go against her conscience and continue with her plan, or flee London empty-handed and incur Sidney’s wrath?Neither choice is palatable, and both will leave her with a broken heart..Can there be a happily ever after for Hannah and her Duke? Find out in this fantastic new read from Claudia Stone!
Highlander's Battle of Hearts: Scottish Medieval Highlander Romance
Kenna Kendrick - 2021
That's Why the Lady is a Tramp
Merry Farmer - 2022
But the four of them are determined to strike back at their father by marrying the most unsuitable brides they can find...Second son Samuel Rathborne-Paxton cares for three things above all else—his brothers, financial speculation, and his mistress, the fiery Irish courtesan, Alice Woodmont. When he and his brothers hatch the plan to marry, he seeks Alice’s help. Their search for the right bride looks like it will come up short, until Sam hatches the idea of marrying Alice herself. She has been investing right along with him, after all, and Sam is convinced she’s been successful at it. Wealthy? Check. Socially unacceptable? Check. His best friend? Check. Alice has it all.
Little does Sam know...
Ever since leaving Ireland two years before, Alice has been determined to make a place for herself and her son, Ryan, in London, whatever it takes. What it has taken is visiting the beds of some of the most distinguished rakes in London. But Sam’s is her favorite bed, and for some time, his has been the only bed she indulges in. And when he asks her to marry him and spend the rest of her life in that bed, she jumps at the chance. The Rathborne-Paxton family is one of the most respected and upright families in England, after all, and by marrying Sam, her reputation will be restored. Which is handy, since her financial speculations have all failed, leaving her scrambling to pay the rent.
But, of course, nothing goes as planned...
When Sam discovers Alice isn’t wealthy, and Alice discovers Sam and his brothers are determined to destroy the Rathborne-Paxton family name, there doesn’t seem to be any point in them continuing down the aisle. Except for that annoying little problem called love...That’s Why the Lady is a Tramp is a fun, sizzling-hot, unconventional love story that involves friends-to-lovers, rags-to-riches (and riches-to-rags), dressing like a man, an enormous hat, plenty of trips to the theater, and a happily ever after that will leave you in stitches.Please Be Advised: Heat Level – Super Steaming Hot!
In the Baron's Debt: Historical Regency Romance
Roselyn Francis - 2020
Wexxon the Great Alien Warrior
Juno Wells - 2020
He’s eight fee tall, purple skinned and his face is so different than a human's, with aquatic features, a hard nose and scars covering his body. He says the alien I killed was supposed to be his next competitor in the arena. Having killed him myself, now I’ve earned the honor of facing Wexxon in a fight to the death.I can’t fight this muscled, enormous alien! Wexxon offers me a way out. Marry him. Married partners aren’t allowed to fight in the arena.If I’m going to survive and find my way back to Earth, I must become his space bride.I’m mortified at being forced into a marriage with an alien but I can’t pretend like I don’t find my new husband hot. I need to focus on getting back to Earth, but the longer I stay on this planet, the more I find myself falling for the huge, purple skinned beast.How am I supposed to make it back to Earth when I can’t keep my hands off the alien warrior in my bed?This stand-alone novel from best selling author Juno Wells has plenty of alien intrigue, fish out of water (haha, see what I did there), and an arranged marriage in space all with a guaranteed HEA.Fans of Miranda Martin, Celia Kyle, and Hope Hart will love this story. One click now to enjoy this newest story from Juno Wells.
Stealing her Highland Throne: A Scottish Medieval Historical Romance
Ava McArthur - 2020
Sheikh's Quarantine Triplet Baby Daughters (Babies for the Sheikh)
Sophia Lynn - 2021
A Sheikh Baby Romance Alone in the palace together, I just can’t stay away.How could I have known I’d end up carrying the king’s triplets?DianeI came to the palace for business.Hadn’t counted on a global pandemic.And now I’m trapped here with the ex I never stopped loving.The ex who also happens to be the king.Samyar is everything I remembered.Kind, gentle, and handsomeWith a body that drives me wild.Alone in the palace together, I just can’t stay away.How could I have known I’d end up carrying the king’s triplets?SamyarFive years ago I chose my country over love.And not a day went past that I didn’t regret it.Now Diane is back in my life, I can’t give her up.And I can’t give up this chance at a family.But what is a king to doWhen his people won’t accept the woman he loves?Sheikh's Quarantine Triplet Baby Daughters is a steamy romance between a Sheikh and the beautiful ex-girlfriend he gets trapped in his palace with.
Acquiring the Cowboy Billionaire: A Chappell Brothers Novel (Bluegrass Ranch Book 6)
Emmy Eugene - 2021
When her father unexpectedly passes away, the vipers come out in the family. As they try to divide everything up and leave her with nothing, her only chance to keep the farm—and her father's fortune—is to get married.Duke Chappell has always annoyed her, because the man doesn't understand the meaning of the words, "Our schedule is full." He's in charge of all the breeding at the prestigious Chappell Horse Farm, and Lisa doesn't mind the high fees she can charge him. She does mind the relentless way he calls and calls...and calls.But right when she needs him, he's there. And he's willing to say the words she needs to save her farm... "I do."Can Lisa and Duke navigate their new relationship, especially when the sparks start to fly?
Tank (Sons of Havoc MC #2)
Claire Shaw - 2022
When I least expected it, he came into my life. He fought his way into my heart when I thought it my walls were impenetrable.Tank made me want to do anything that would keep him and his family safe, even if it meant risking my own life. I was responsible for my own actions, and I chose to protect not only him, but the club too.TankI knew she would be a wild ride from the minute I laid eyes on her . . . but I never thought she would go behind my back and endanger my family.She didn't stop there though, she betrayed me.When she puts herself in danger, do I leave her to sort out the mess she has created? Or can I brush that betrayal away and bring her home with me where I know she belongs?
Witnessed by the Wolf: Paranormal Romantic Suspense (A Rue the Day book)
Chloé Vincent - 2020
A Hope Baked with Love for the Sheriff
Melynda Carlyle - 2021
His duties as Sheriff in Kansas only reinforce his sense of justice and his desire to do good, although he has received very little himself. After a terrible heartbreak, he puts up a Mail-Order-Bride ad, wishing to finally find the love and warmth missing from his life. . Little does he know, he is about to find all that and much more in the face of Natalie, the most talented young baker of Boston.Natalie has always loved her family and they have loved her in return. Yet, she knows that it’s high time she made a life of her own. When her hope to work as a professional baker and her wish to find an honorable man for herself merge by what seems to be a magical touch of fate, Natalie grabs the chance and heads out to Kansas to meet her destiny.When Natalie and Harland meet, their attraction is undeniable. With her lively attitude and her delicious baked creations, Natalia wins Harland’s heart and everything seems to be going smoothly for them. But as the new shop takes a lot of Natalie’s time and Harland’s duties drag him away from his bride-to-be, an unsuspected threat slips into their lives. As the Sheriff, Harland must figure out the menace that hides in plain sight before the town’s safety is jeopardized. But at what cost?
A Lady's Brave Heart
Rose Pearson - 2021
Her brother has always been cruel but there is something even darker going on within his house. Terrified and yet determined not to sit idly by whilst her brother enacts his plan, Violet forces herself to intervene. The handsome gentleman is none other than the Duke of Abernyte and Violet finds herself beginning to lose her heart, even though she knows such a thing can never be.Matthew is quite certain that his time at war will help him with his responsibilities back in London. But when he finds himself dizzy and powerless, he can only rely on the aid of one mysterious young woman for help. Unable to recall her face, Matthew does all he can to discover her. When his interest in Lady Violet seems to drive her away from him even further, Matthew is certain she knows something important. Will his determination push her too far? And can he permit himself to open his heart to her, despite the danger?