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Alpha and Armani 3: Capturing A Hitta's Heart
A.J. Davidson - 2018
Will they make it through or have they both reached their breaking points? Summore has loved Omega hard, and she has the scars to prove it. Will she finally come out on top and receive the love her heart has been longing for? Will Alpha's secrets come to light and put more problems on his relationship with Armani? Capturing the heart of a Hitta is not a task for the faint of heart. Armani and Summore will soon see that those hearts may be too much to hold on to.
The Earl and Mrs. Dalloway
Charlotte Darcy - 2017
Was she right or have they only just started? Find out in this sweet and clean Regency romance for FREE on KU. Ruined by a Duke and thrown from her home Josephine knows she has nowhere to go and nothing left to live for. When she wakes on the bank of the river she is about to start on a new life and a new adventure but where will it all lead? Austin Dalloway The Earl of Pennington is quite unable to settle back into society following his years at war. A face chases him through his dreams, one that he cannot see, one that he does not dare. When he finds a body on the river bank he fears the worst only she is alive. Now he knows he must help her and so he sneaks her back to his home but how long can he hide her and what must happen next? Josephine is afraid of her parents and of the wrath that they will bring down on her for the shame she has caused. Only it was no fault of her own. Pushed by her father towards an immoral man who took advantage she now believes her life is over. Austin will not hear of it and sneaks her away to a quiet town while he tries to decide what he must do. As the days turn to weeks Josephine falls for the damaged Earl and wishes to help him but what can she do? Soon he must leave her to her own devices and she fears it will be the poorhouse for her and her unborn child. When the dastardly duke turns up in her life will he claim her as his own or can she find a way to true happiness? Find out in The Earl and Mrs. Dalloway a sweet and wholesome regency romance
The Gamester's Daughter
Dorothy Mack - 1998
Can Claudia place her trust in Lord Pelham?
1816, Paris
As a frequent hostess of her father’s Parisian gaming house, young Claudia Herbert is one of the most sought-after belles in the city. But when her father is murdered, she is forced to disguise herself and flee to England for her safety — and to carry out the dangerous task that he left her. However, a twist of fate draws Claudia into the chaotic home of the Brewster children, where she agrees to help out until their uncle — Lord Miles Pelham — returns from his travels. To Claudia’s dismay, Miles instantly recognises her from her old life in Paris. And now she must decide whether to enlist his help or go on the run once again… The Gamester’s Daughter by Dorothy Mack is a classic Regency Romance with a strong and daring heroine.
Witchier and Wiser : A Paranormal Woman's Fiction Novel (Midlife Witchlife Series - Book One)
M.L. Briers - 2021
Murder Will Speak
Joan Smith - 1996
. . .The lovely young widow Corinne deCoventry lived a wonderful life as sole female member of the Berkeley Brigade, a quartet of young aristocrats and acknowledged leaders of the ton. Yet when Corinne wore the famous deCoventry pearls to the mystery ball, she soon came to regret it.Swept off her feet by a masked Robin Hood who stole a kiss before stealing her necklace, she unexpectedly landed in mystery . . . and murder. The dashing Lord Luten rallied to her side. But his intentions were suspect when Corinne discovered that the killer lurked dangerously close to home!
Her Counterfeit Wedding to the Billionaire
Erica Penrod - 2019
Dubbed Billionaire Bachelor Cove because of the resident's single status and income portfolios, The Cove is the perfect place to hide away from the world. But, as the residents soon find out, they can't hide from love. Her Counterfeit Wedding to the Billionaire When Koven Kent, self-made billionaire, discovers a bumped and bruised car in The Cove and learns that Jamon’s distant cousin from Texas has arrived to mooch off her billionaire cousin, Koven is immediately on guard. He’s is ready to send this gold digger on her way—until he meets Sky. Sky Bowen is put off by Koven’s offensive remarks. She’s a biochemist and excited to take on a new job in Jamon’s lab not some freeloader here to take advantage of her cousin. She tells Koven off and vows to keep her distance. However, one night in Vegas, after an extra dose of potent cough syrup and a run in with Sky’s ex, Koven and Sky find themselves at a drive through chapel. Ten minutes later, they’re man and wife. The marriage is a limited time business agreement and Sky knows the cash pay off will be worth tolerating Koven, at least for a little while. However, pretending to love a handsome billionaire becomes easier as she gets to know him, which creates another problem altogether. When Koven and Sky admit their feelings, outside forces seem determined to keep them apart. Is Koven and Sky’s love strong enough to conquer her past and his father’s scheming? Or will they concede, what was between them was counterfeit after all?
The Intrepid Miss Haydon
Alice Chetwynd Ley - 1983
Lovely Corinna haydon, suspected of mooning over the notorious Fabian Greenville, is taken by her family to Paris, where it is hoped she will meet an eligible suitor.
A Very Dutiful Daughter
Elizabeth Mansfield - 1979
Even Roger agreed. And he was certain his overwhelming attraction to her was returned. Then why on earth was Letty refusing his offer of marriage?
The World After, Book 3
Ryan Casey - 2017
Scott Harvard is a survivor of that blast. He is alone, with just a young child and a dog for company, and has sworn to protect them both at any cost.When Scott learns of a rumoured military base one hundred miles away, he sees a potentially life-changing journey ahead of him. But no journey is without its challenges. A terrifying group with their own horrifying vision of the country's future are after him--and they want to take the young girl away.Now, with the harsh elements of winter rapidly worsening, and constantly facing the threat of starvation and dehydration, Scott must utilise his survival skills and get to this safe haven with the child and the dog by his side. But with threats around every corner, it might just be a journey too far...The World After: Book Three is the third book in a new post apocalyptic trilogy by Ryan Casey, author of Dead Days and Infection Z. It is sure to delight fans of the author's trademark complex characters, rapid pacing, and unexpected twists and turns.
In Love with A Street King
Cherice Harris - 2015
In Love with A Street King
Lady Physician
Hazel Linwood - 2021
Under her father’s wing, she has learned every single secret of the job. So when they are tasked with helping the sickly Duke of Garvey, she realises this is her chance to prove her worth.Colin Dowding, the Marquess of Birks, has had to watch his father’s health deteriorate gradually, and he fears for the worst. Heartbroken, he takes a risk by hiring a physician outside of the gentry. What he never expected was to fall in love with his breathtaking daughter.Between their difference in station and Colin’s mother constantly trying to match him with other girls, this love seems doomed from the start. And an anonymous letter threatening Ellen’s father begins a terrifying sequence of events, one that threatens everything they hold dear...
A Secret Passion
Sophia Nash - 2004
To escape, she flees for the country, where she meets a handsome, if stubborn, man-and soon finds that when it rains, it pours...
A Lady of Letters
Jacqueline Diamond - 1983
Now the handsome and powerful Lord Whitestone is threatening to bar her from the upcoming London Season and deny her a longed-for chance to mingle in the literary world.Lord Whitestone doesn’t realise that Marianne is his secret correspondent, and that he’s already half in love with her. Now she’s determined to come to London, even if that means employing another identity.After these two meet, there’s love in the air. And danger as well. Regency romances by Jacqueline DiamondA Lady of LettersA Lady’s Point of ViewLady in DisguiseSong for a LadyThe Day-Dreaming LadyThe Forgetful LadyA love for the books of Jane Austen drew Jacqueline Diamond to the world of the Regency romance, and her half-dozen novels in the genre have delighted readers for nearly thirty years. Jackie has gone on to sell some 90 novels ranging from mysteries and suspense to paranormal romances and romantic comedies. A former Associated Press reporter in Los Angeles, Jackie has received a career achievement award from Romantic Times magazine and two finalist placements for the RITA Award. Ms. Diamond is one of the most consistently enjoyable Regency authors around. -- Melinda Helfer, Romantic Times, February 1985[A Lady of Letters has] enough screwball-comedy touches to keep things prancing along cheerily.--Kirkus ReviewsI was thrilled to find another author, like Candice Hern, writing in the great tradition of the Heyer Regency.--Anne Glover, Regency Reader
A Curious Courting
Laura Matthews - 1980
Selina Easterly-Cummings owns the perfect piece of land. But the vale is a reminder for Selina of the difficult time she's had nursing her young cousin back to health. When Rushton intrudes on the cousins' relationship, a merry romp ensues.