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A Second Chance For The Broken Duke


Fanny Finch - 2019
     Lady Elizabeth Owens, daughter to the Duke of Winterset, is full of hopes and dreams for her future. She is beautiful and her presence lights up every room she walks in. She has everything... Or almost everything. Malcolm Hickson, the Duke of Thornwall, is a misunderstood man. Secluded in his castle for years, he has no desire for the outside world and he expects everything in his estate to run in a certain way. His sister is his only concern in the world. When Lady Elizabeth learns of her dearest friend’s accident, she rushes to Thornwall Castle to be by her side. But when she gets there, she finds herself in a situation she never expected. Nothing and no one could have prepared her for this. If you like engaging characters, heart- wrenching twists and turns, and lots of romance, then you’ll love “A Second Chance for the Broken Duke!” Buy “A Second Chance for the Broken Duke” and unlock the exciting story of Elizabeth today!

The Magic Touch


Patricia Keyson - 2013
    When she goes to stay with her starchy Aunt Constance in London, she meets the handsome but mysterious Beaumont who shares her rebellious spirit. In order to visit one of his magic lantern shows she dresses up as a man which leads to unexpected complications in their relationship. Will her Aunt Constance get in the way of their romance, and why does Beaumont repress his feelings for Hope?

The Lady of the Lighthouse


Abby Ayles - 2020
    He wishes to bring truth to light. But there is love waiting for them by the Lighthouse and it is about to set them free... Diana Douglass, daughter of the Earl of Winthrop, is desperate to escape the grim future others planned for her. After she is forced to marry her father’s loathsome partner she is left with no other choice but to flee, unaware of the shadows that haunt her every step... Oliver Evans, son of the Duke of Meriwood, has built a life as a lighthouse keeper. The peace of the sea has allowed him to pursue his passion for writing, and has shunned the attention of those who wish to harm him. When Diana starts working as a maid to his establishment, he finds her attention to be the most pleasurable distraction. Now, with both their identities in danger and uncertain of what the future holds, Oliver and Diana must find a way to unfold their complicated feelings if they wish to win a chance at happiness. But secrets never stay buried for long and they will both have to face their greatest fears when their past comes back to haunt them... Diana will once again find herself facing a loveless future filled with misery and Oliver will face a huge dilemma: abandon Diana to her fate or leave his sanctuary and face his own demons in order to save her…

Red Rose


Mary Balogh - 1986
    He is so scarred from manipulative women - ones he trusted - that you can understand his hatred of the whole sex! Now he is the guardian to two young women ... debutantes ... just what he hates! He brings them to London with the idea of marrying them off as quickly...

A Highly Respectable Marriage: An RNA Romantic Novel of the Year


Sheila Walsh - 1982
    In turn, the Duke is suspicious of Pandora's motives when she applies for the position of governess to the young orphans in his charge. Pandora has greater worries when she must sell her beloved late mother's necklace to help support her young brothers. But the intervention of Heron in the sale has surprising and far reaching consequences. As Heron observes Pandora in society, he finds himself attracted to the capable and strong-willed young woman. What would she make of a proposal of a highly respectable marriage? Meanwhile, Lady Sarah Bingly has set her sights on becoming Duchess of Heron. And it is clear that she will stop at nothing to make sure Pandora doesn't stand in her way.

The Count's Charade


Elizabeth Bailey - 2003
    An enemy spy? Who are the men who seek him? What secrets lie in the papers Henri entrusts to her charge?Living alone but for her faithful maid, Grace’s reputation is at stake. But Henri’s safety comes first. If he is to have a chance, she must hold the authorities at bay.Barely has he recovered when his pursuers come calling. Pitting those who would interfere one against the other, Grace risks all to keep her Frenchman alive.Will the truth emerge before Henri’s enemies manage to silence him forever?

The Risky Wager of a Masked Lady


Hanna Hamilton - 2019
     When her father, the Marquess of Mortham, announces that she is to marry a gentleman nearly thrice her age, she decides to rebel against him. Under the cover of night and a servant’s clothing, she leaves for the one place that always felt like home: the horse racing tracks. Evan Sedgewick, Earl of Lanercost and successful breeder of racing horses, can barely believe his eyes when his newly recruited rider emerges victorious from the race, exhibiting unprecedented talent. But when an accident nearly claims Marjorie’s life, not only is her cover blown, but it also becomes apparent that Evan has a very deadly enemy. One that will stop at nothing to get what they want: Evan’s life and the Acton family’s greatest secret… *If you like a realistic yet charming depiction of the Regency and Victorian era, then The Risky Wager of a Masked Lady is the novel for you. This is Hanna Hamilton's 28th book, a historical Regency romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 pages). No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after. Pick up "The Risky Wager of a Masked Lady" today to discover Hanna's amazing new story!

Annabel's April


Caroline Ashton - 2020
    She would never consider herself a Toast, unlike Miss Chloris Minchinhampton. Nor would she expect handsome Faldo Sayle, the catch of the Season, and generally believed to be in love with the sparkling Chloris, to treat her with more than common civility.

My Dearest Enemy


Connie Brockway - 1998
    Breathtakingly romantic, startlingly original, Connie Brockway's novels have captured the hearts of readers and the raves of critics everywhere.  Now she brings you a unique and unforgettable love story that begins with a series of letters between a world-weary adventurer and the woman whose love brings him home.Dear Mr.  Thorne,        I give you fair warning.  I intend to do whatever I must to abide by your late uncle's will and win Mill House.  Though I know he never expected me to succeed, and for whatever reasons is using me to shame you, I accept his challenge.  For the next five years, I will profitably manage this estate.  I will deliver to you an allowance and I will prove that women are just as capable as men.  And at the end, I shall accept Mill House as my reward.Sincerely,Lillian BedeMy Dear Miss Bede,        Forgive me if I fail to shudder.  Pray, do whatever you bloody well want, can, or must.  I shall look forward to making your acquaintance in my lawyer's office five years hence, when I take possession of Mill House.Avery Thorne

The Stanbroke Girls


Fiona Hill - 1981
    They are surrounded by a glimmering cast of characters, from the unreliable but dashing rake Jeffery de Guere to the lovely and shy Miss Amy Lewis. And, of course, the Stanbroke girls: Lady Isabella, romantic and dreamy, yet surprisingly practical, and Lady Elizabeth, her older sister, a heroine of great sense and wit as well as beauty. As these characters dance, court, conspire, love, and chase their way through some of the most fashionable spots of England and the continent, we join their elegant circle for the sparkling, sophisticated romp. As always, Fiona Hill brings a fresh and engaging liveliness to the world of Regency manners, making The Stanbroke Girls a triumphant delight to read.

The Waterlord


Dawn Thompson - 2006
    One moment she was fleeing her father across a storm-swept Bodmin Moor; in the next her carriage overturned on a steep gorge. But she did not die. Somehow, she was pulled clear. Who was this strange saviour?

The Highlander's Touch


D.K. Combs - 2014
    Instead of being the beauty that she really is, she must help her sister gain “The Lion” of the Highlands favor, even though the feat seems impossible, for every word and look coming from him shows just how feral the man really is.A deadly Highlander shouldn’t be forced to marry—but that’s exactly what’s happening to Kane “The Lion” Shaw. With a new squire, a leper of a lady living in his keep, and his neighboring highlanders beginning to stir with unease, Kane has a lot on his plate. But a Highlander never surrenders…and ignores the odd feelings his squire stirs inside of him.When Saeran, posing as a squire, is forced to be around “The Lion”, the roughest, meanest, most barbarian man she’s ever met, she is sure her ruse is hanging by a thread. When he begins to suspect what she really is, she makes the most dangerous decision…and finds that this Highlanders touch makes it harder and harder to deny what is happening between them, even while danger wars around them.

His Accidental Countess: A Regency Cinderella Story (Harlequin Historical)


Annie Burrows - 2021
    Coming soon! His Accidental Countess by Annie Burrows will be available Apr 01, 2021.

Behind the Baron's Mask: A Clean Regency Romance


Penny Fairbanks - 2019
    Henry Neil, Baron of Neil, wants to spend all his days writing. After sharing a romantic dance at a masquerade, will fate bring them back together? Cecilia is entering her third Season, refusing to give up the hope that her true love is still out there. Emboldened by her mask, Cecilia puts on a spectacular pianoforte performance at an illustrious masquerade. She is whisked away to the dance floor by the most incredible man she’s ever met—a fellow passionate artist. Unfortunately, he slips out of reach before she can learn his name. Instead, she must accompany the cold and aloof Lord Neil through London as his best friend courts her sister. Henry just wants to stay at home writing his beloved adventure novels. But when his best friend drags him to the annual welcome masquerade, Henry dances with an incredibly talented pianoforte player. She surprises him with her artistic insights, but they part without exchanging identities. And much to Henry’s dismay, his friend decides to court a beautiful young lady—and asks Henry to accompany them with her older sister, Miss Cecilia Richards. Can Cecilia and Henry learn that they have far more in common than they think? Will they realize that they could be each other’s missing pieces?

The Burning Passion of a Fiery Lady


Henrietta Harding - 2020
    They call her the "Widow Drake", because she is lonely and grieving, but there is much more around this mysterious widow. She carries secrets buried deep about her marriage that nobody should ever find out! For Susannah, the first glimpse of the tall, handsome master of horses will kindle something deep inside her, something that she never thought she would feel again. But with wounds from the past still bleeding, how can she ever hope to open her heart, and love again?When Jasper Stone arrives at The Willows, to tame the new colt the Widow Drake has purchased, he mistakenly thinks there is nothing exciting about his new assignment. He has been drifting through the country, trying to clear his mind from the painful events that forced him to leave home many months ago...But the Widow Drake is not the middle aged virago Jasper is anticipating. She is a young, beautiful woman; a passionate woman that might be dangerous. How can he hope to keep the fortress he has built around his heart intact?Jasper is not alone in trying to attract the beautiful Widow Drake. A man from her past holds the key to the painful secrets of her past, as well as threatens her very future. As Jasper and Susannah grow closer, she knows she is being drawn to him, as irresistibly as a moth to fire. Can she find the courage to open her heart, even if danger swirls all around her once again?"The Burning Passion of a Fiery Lady" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.