Despite this, she is more passionate about painting and wants to make the most of her time before settling down. So when her father tries to force her into an arranged marriage with the town's most infamous bachelor, she refuses to go along with it. Desperate to escape a grim future, she approaches her childhood rival with a most unusual proposal... one that will put her heart to the test. When unexpected feelings towards him start rising to the surface, will she manage to stick to her plan, or is her predetermined fate truly inevitable?James Clark cannot step out into town without being chased by mothers hoping to marry off their daughters. Yet tying his happiness to another person is not in his plans. So when his father informs him that he will be cut off if he doesn't get married soon, James finds himself in a tight spot. At that moment, his childhood arch-enemy, Rose, comes to him with a peculiar plan that could solve both of their problems... a pretend courtship. Only he never imagined that feigning affection for her would come so naturally, and before long the line between pretense and truth becomes blurred. Will he manage to make Rose see that she is the one who truly owns his heart?A fabricated relationship appears to Rose and James as an easy solution for their troubles. What neither of them realized was that the heart often has a plan of its own... For all that, when fate brings another shocking twist, Rose must decide whether her loyalty lies with her family or with her heart. In the end, will Rose and James break the barriers that are keeping them apart, or was their love only ever meant to be a facade?"A Deal With Love" is a historical western romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

    

    When her father announces the loss of their fortune Emma is devasted. To save their family legacy from ruin, she has no other choice but to marry the Marquess of Dunberry, a man she knows from infancy and wants nothing to do with.All Henry Blackmoor wanted was peace, quiet, and distance from his controlling father. When he is issued to marry, Henry detests the idea, even though his bride is the most charming creature he has ever met. But when marital bliss seems to be within their grasp, Emma and Henry will realize that the forces that brought them together, move to tear them apart.Now they must overcome years of resentment and mistrust while uncovering secrets that will destroy, everything they hold dear…She married him without a choice, now she would only choose him…

    After the murder of her beloved father, even those closest to her could not be trusted. So she kept to herself.When the handsome Laird to-be starts courting her, Lorraine is truly baffled. He never paid her any attention in the past. Why does he care now?A renowned warrior and heir to the clan's Lairdship, Daividh MacDougall can have any woman he desires. Many women pine for him, but his eyes are only for one lonely lass. Even if his intentions are not so honorable – for he’s bound by a wager to seduce her.The more time he spends with Lorraine, the greater the spark of desire grows, and soon, his passion for her becomes real. But before he can confess the truth, a dark plot against him starts to unfold, and everything changes.With his secrets revealed, Daividh's enemies can ensure Lorraine hates him forever. Before taking his life, that is…It started as a bet, but it became a deadly game…

    Ever since her father left them with a precarious debt, her mother has been pushing her to secure a good marriage. Yet, when her close cousin invites her to the Duke of Tutlidge's marriage market ball, the first look between Mary and the Duke is enough to stimulate the spark of desire. Even though the sinful rumours of the rakish Duke overwhelm her, when she finds herself accidentally isolated with this dangerous, seductive man, a scandal is about to begin... Will Mary accept a forced marriage with a man she cannot trust, in order to save her reputation?Henry Poldern, the wild Duke of Tutlidge, is a vigorous man, who once had his naive young heart shattered to a million pieces by a cruel woman that deceived him. Ever since, he has become a stone-hearted rake determined to repel any eligible Lady of high society. However, even though he promised himself never to get married, an unfortunate event between him and Miss Brooke will force him to do the one thing he kept avoiding all these years. Yet, surprisingly, he will soon find himself longing for her touch, as her vulnerability below her cold facade makes him want her even more... Will Mary be the one to conquer his heart and make him leave his sinful past behind?An incidental encounter of fate intertwined Mary and Henry's lives leading them to unexpected consequences. Suddenly, both are forced into an engagement neither of them wanted and the last thing they expected was to end up in a flaming affair. Being under the same roof makes it impossible for them to tame their feelings... Yet soon, resisting their passion will not be their only struggle, as the sudden arrival of a notorious lady from Henry's past will turn their lives upside down. Will this cunning woman manage to tear their growing love apart, forever? In the end, will Mary and Henry conquer the demons of the past and surrender to their tempting lust?

    She has never wished to become a lady, but rather enjoys being different... In fact, what keeps her happy is being outdoors and caring for her father, as well as spending most of her time with Patience, her horse. Little did she know her serenity would be disturbed for good when a runaway horse would appear at the bottom of the cliffside along the ocean. Her heart skips a beat though, when she sees its charming owner, Duke Owen Ellis of Blackmoor Manor. In her experience, all dukes are callous and deplorable examples of human beings, but upon first impressions of him, Laura is left feeling rather enchanted and therefore confused. Will Laura overcome her fascination caused by his enigmatic but warm presence, or will she allow her overwhelming feelings to blossom?Lord Owen is the only heir of the Ellis name and Blackmore Manor following his father's death. As for his mother, it was expected that her wish for him to marry Lady Marjorie Fielding, a spoiled London heiress, would be fulfilled. Life has other plans for Owen's heart though, as when Laura is brought on as an equestrian trainer and tamer, he encounters warmth and affection for the first time. However, how could he betray his family's expectation of marrying Lady Marjorie, who despite appearing pretty on the outside, is rather cruel on the inside? A dilemma awaits him, as the journey of becoming the man his father always wanted, would inevitably involve hurting the first woman he ever loved... In the end, which path will he choose?Forced to choose between love and duty, the future is foreshadowed uninviting, unless Laura and Owen can find a way to overpower whoever tries to keep them apart. Will their love and devotion prove that their romance is unassailable? Most importantly, how could they both find the courage to ignore tradition, and not dismiss their hearts' one true calling?

    

    Can she ever hope to heal her wounds or is her life over? Read for FREE on Kindle Unlimited When young Grace Salter loses her husband on the Oregon Trail, she doesn’t think there’s anything worth living for. With nothing left she goes in search of a suitable profession. Josh Lacey is desperate. Having lost his wife he now struggles to control his distraught daughter. Once again he is looking for a housekeeper, once again he wonders if she will stay. The job is a life saver for Grace, but the real challenge is Janet, Josh’s eleven year old daughter. Janet is belligerent, difficult, and angry at the world and at Grace for the passing of her mother. Meanwhile, Grace and Josh’s strictly work relationship is developing into something more. Although both long to let their feelings be known, neither wish to disrupt their stable little worlds. When Grace finds she is expecting a new baby she is overjoyed to have something left of her late husband but terrified she will lose her job. The baby further complicates things but can love and faith overcome the deepest of divides? Find out in this sweet historical western romance with a guaranteed happy ending. Other Bestsellers from Indiana Wake The Jamestown Brides: Breaking the Chains of the Past Love’s Hardest Choice Love for the Warrior’s Heart Inspirational Western Brides: An Impossible Love The Broken-Hearted Bride The No-Good Cowboy and the Unwanted Baby Let Love In The Rancher’s Son – 2 book special edition Pioneer Brides of the Oregon Trail: Trinity’s Loss Carrie’s Trust Josie’s Dream Polly’s Choice Charlotte’s Wedding The Brides of Russets Reach: Strength from Within The Wrong Proposal A Leaf on the Breeze Love Will Find You This is just a few of the bestselling books by Indiana Wake scroll up now and grab this book to find out why.

    What he doesn't anticipate, is the Sheikha of Kulaz -- will confound his angry heart and melt his cool exterior.All Sheikha Amina Aqila of Kulaz wants is to prove to her father's advisors that she is the right ruler for Kulaz, as her deceased father intended. What she doesn't expect, is the cool and handsome Prince who appears determined to set her heart aflame and -- ruin her plans to rule without the control of a man.Amina soon realizes, she enjoys Maarku's control, just a bit too much.

    

    

    A notion that proved false when years later, they come with a new demand: she must take her sister’s place and marry a brutish Scotsman.Honoring a deal made by his father, Oscar Burns, Laird of MacLeod, has to marry an Englishwoman he has never seen before. Until the day he finally meets her, for she is the woman of his dreams. And she seems to loath him.Newly ignited, their passion sweeps both Oscar and Rowena off their feet, challenging everything she was ever taught at the abbey. When a cloaked figure tries to abduct her, Rowena realizes she is not ready for the evils of the world. What is a girl to do when she must juggle winning over a bunch of brooding Scotsmen hellbent on hating her and avoiding abduction?

    Now it’s time for him to save hers… Charlene Ellington is the daughter of a well-known and respected doctor in the area of Bath. Going to the woods to collect some herbs for her father’s work, she encounters the young Lord Eric Cumberland who was bitten by a venomous snake. Brave Charlene drags him immediately to her house and her father saves his life. The young Lord promised Charlene to repay the debt whenever Charlene needed his help. And he sealed that promise with a kiss. Her first one and not forgotten by both of them. Years after Charlene’s father is accused of poisoning a member of the peerage and he is sentenced to death. A devious Marquess blackmails her that if she betroths to him, he will clear her father’s name. Charlene decides to ask Eric’s help who is now an eligible and very wealthy Duke with a lot of power due to his father’s connections. But Charlene Ellington’s name is already dragged in the mud with the serious allegations against her father and Eric’s family doesn’t want him to associate with her. Besides the real murderer lurks in the shadows… Eric feels his passion for her grow as he is trying to help her case. But so is the passion of the devilish Marquess for her… Between schemes, life threatening and dangerous poisons will they find their place in the sun? *If you like thrilling characters, steamy and unexpected twists, and lots of romance, then you’ll love “A Wicked Scandal for the Bluestocking!” Get “A Wicked Scandal for the Bluestocking” and let the breathtaking story of Charlene and Eric unravel today!

    Gardens and flowers speak to her heart much stronger than any person. But right now—after her husband of nearly forty years left her for a younger woman—even her nursery doesn’t offer much solace, and her faith is floundering. With the help of her two longtime friends, her sons and their families, and her nursery, she’ll pick up the pieces eventually, but she’ll never allow herself to be duped by another man again. Especially after Knox, her ex’s best friend, betrayed her in the worst way. A man she thought was her friend too.Knox Winter could punch his best friend for abandoning Sloan. What was Ed thinking giving up everything for a young girl? His friends had it all. Strong faith, a beautiful family, four decades of shared history. All things Knox wished he had to help him recover after his wife’s death. As a family practice attorney, Knox helps couples navigate uncharted territories of divorce, but when Ed approached Knox about representing him, Knox had felt torn. He took the case, though, knowing that he would be much kinder and gentler to Sloan than any of his peers, but now Sloan blames him for the divorce.The truth gnawed at him. Had he represented his friend because for years secretly he’d been in love with Ed’s wife? Can Sloan ever forgive him for his part in their divorce? Will Knox ever convince her that he delights in her faith, her strength and independence, and her devotion to her family? Will pulling weeds in her beloved nursery help her see that she can trust him with her heart? Will their faith draw them together and give them a second chance at love? Or will they spend the rest of their lives alone?Heart's Delight, a heartwarming and clean, mature-age Christian romance, is Book 16 in The Potter’s House Books Series Three. Stories of ‘hope, redemption and second chances.’ Read all of The Potter's House Books and be blessed.

    Her impetuous younger sister has run away with a wicked man, leaving all of their futures hanging in the balance. She must be found and brought home, at once. When Jenny’s father suggests working alongside the son of an old family friend, she is violently resistant. For she knows the alluring Harry Wycliff of old and he has always been her enemy. She cannot work with him, even for the sake of her beloved sister. Can she?A race through the dark streets of London to find a fallen lady begins...Lord Harry Wycliff is no happier to be saddled with the spirited and stubborn Jenny Rayment than she is to be saddled with him. He only agreed to help find her sister as a favour to her family. He has always teased and tormented the enthralling Jenny and he certainly doesn’t like her any more than she likes him. Working side by side to find her errant sister is going to be a complete nightmare... is it not?Hidden passion cannot be denied forever though...As Jenny and Harry traverse the seedy streets of London, they discover they perhaps don’t know each other as well as they thought they did. The strange, fiery attraction that has most inexplicably arisen between them is real... but could it ever last when they started out as enemies? Yet just when it seems like Jenny might finally trust Harry, the world is turned upside down, once again...