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Persuaded & Rescued: The Heir's Lady in Shining Armour


Bree Wolf - 2020
    A knight in distress.
 And a dark night in London.Maryann Hayes has set her sights on marrying Lord Hefferton, a kind, respectable gentleman, who promises to be the solution to her family’s financial problems. After her drunkard of an uncle gambled away the family’s fortune, debtors are now knocking on their door. The only solution is a respectable marriage to a wealthy man.

Admittedly, once upon a time, Maryann dreamed of love and passion, of the one man who would sweep her off her feet, see with one glance what lived in her heart and was willing to risk everything to win her hand.

Now, as a grown woman, Maryann is determined to face facts: love is nothing but a fairy-tale, and she better ought to forget those girlish dreams.

Leopold Lancaster, the future Marquess of Elmridge, finds himself rather intimidated by the title he is to inherit. Not only does the thought of losing his beloved father break his heart, but he also fears disappointing all those who depend upon him for their livelihood.In a dark moment, Leopold ends up drunk and rather unsteady upon his feet on the streets of London at night. He can barely see straight, let alone remember where he lives, when he stumbles upon an angel in disguise.

Rather heroically, the young lady comes to his rescue, and Leopold is surprised to find a kindred spirit as those bright blue eyes look into his. When they finally part ways, he is determined to seek her out, knowing he has to see her again.

Unfortunately, when he does, Leopold is forced to realize that the lady is already promised to wed another.
If you like regency romances with a touch of mystery, a dash of humour as well as deep, heartfelt emotions, then you’ll love this installment of Bree Wolf’s Love’s Second Chance Series. Grab Persuaded and Rescued, get a cup of tea, settle into your favorite reading spot and start this swoon-worthy romance now!

McKinnon's Bride


Sharon Harlow - 2003
    Jessie made him long to turn his ranch house into a true home. But could a woman who prized honesty above all forgive being lied to—even for her own good?After surviving a nightmare of a marriage, Jessie Monroe was hard-pressed to believe any man’s promises. Until she met Cade McKinnon, the man who made her dream of a better life. She was attracted to him, true enough, but could she trust him...and her yearning heart?NOTE: Other books in this series are:TWICE BLESSED -- Book 2, Steeple Hill BooksSTANDING TALL -- Book 3

A Daughter's Gift


Maggie Hope - 2012
    A daughter’s courage... When Elizabeth and her four sibling are orphaned, she and her brother are sent to a children’s home; their younger sisters into foster care.Life in the home is hard, but she is determined to look after her brother and make a better life for them both. Working as a nurse gives her a purpose but she risks everything by falling for wounded officer Jack Benson. Far above her in wealth and station, Elizabeth cannot marry him and she risks losing her nursing place if there is any hint of impropriety about her conduct.Then Elizabeth learns that her sister, Jenny, has been adopted by an abusive farmer. Torn between her hopeless love for Jack and her sister, must Elizabeth make an extreme sacrifice to reunite her family?

Sleepless in Staffordshire


Celeste Bradley - 2017
    He throws them into the river by night, never knowing they are being found and read by spirited vicar’s ward Bernadette Goodrich! A Christmas Ball brings the two together in a plot by a mischievous little brother and an interfering butler! By turns heartfelt and hilarious, Sleepless in Staffordshire is a charming Regency romance take on the romantic Nora Ephron film "Sleepless in Seattle" starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan.

Baroness in Buckskin


Sheri Cobb South - 2015
    His sense of responsibility has led him to install two elderly aunts in the Dower House; educate his cousin Peter Ramsay and employ him as a steward; and provide a home for poor relation Jane Hawthorne, who once served as his mother’s companion.When a letter arrives from America informing him that the death of a relative has left eighteen-year-old Susannah Ramsay not only an orphan, but heiress to a Kentucky plantation as well, Lord Ramsay considers making an offer of marriage to his American cousin to be a practical solution: besides providing for the young woman, such a match would give the Ramsays extensive holdings on two continents.Then Susannah arrives from America, and Richard suddenly finds his well-ordered life set end over end. With her wild red hair, unfashionable clothes, and frontier ways, Susannah appears to be an unlikely Lady Ramsay. Appalled at the prospect of marriage to the girl, yet determined to honor his commitment, Richard turns her over to Jane and Peter to educate her in the ways of British society. But her transformation into a lady is the least of the surprises Susannah has in store for her strait-laced British relations . . .

The House in Quill Court


Charlotte Betts - 2016
    Venetia Lovell lives by the sea in Kent with her pretty, frivolous mother and idle younger brother. Venetia's father, Theo, is an interior decorator to the rich and frequently travels away from home, leaving his sensible and artistic daughter to look after the family. Venetia designs paper hangings and she and her father often daydream about having an imaginary shop where they would display the highest quality furniture, fabrics and art to his clients. When a handsome but antagonistic stranger, Jack Chamberlaine, arrives at the Lovell's cottage just before Christmas bringing terrible news, Venetia's world is turned upside-down and the family have no option but to move to London, to the House in Quill Court and begin a new life. Here, Venetia's courage and creativity are tested to breaking point, and she discovers a love far greater than she could have ever imagined . . . From the multi-award-winning author of The Apothecary's Daughter, The House in Quill Court is a gorgeously evocative Regency novel bursting with historical flavour and characters you won't forget. If you love Philippa Gregory and Joanne Harris, you will adore Charlotte Betts.

Holidays with the Weavers


Kit Morgan - 2018
    George: A man who can’t see his future. Samuel: An old man with “friends" no one can see. The Weavers: A family who sees everything. Or so they think … Olivia Bridger has a past, but darn if she can remember it. After being robbed, beaten and left for dead in a ditch, she’s found and taken in by the Weaver family. A family that knows her past … and wished they didn’t. George Johnson wasn’t looking for love. Heck, he wasn’t looking for anything but a vacation. But when he visits his cousin Warren for Christmas, he gets more than he bargained for. His grandfather is going ‘round the bend’ talking to imaginary friends and his cousin and wife aren’t sure what to do. Throw in a beautiful stranger and one big boisterous family and George is about to have the most interesting holiday ever! But will his heart survive it? How can two people adrift in the world ever find love? Maybe with a little help ... Enjoy this sweet western historical romance only Kit Morgan can deliver!

Innocence Lost


Tiffany Green - 2010
    Lady Megan has a secret.  From her first glimpse of the Duke of Claremont's portrait, her heart has yearned for the impossible.  The duke is none other than her brother's most hated enemy.  But a chance meeting with the insufferable man has Megan none too pleased.  In fact, the duke could ruin her, that is, if he ever were to learn her true identity.  As the kidnapper closes in... Then her parents go missing, their burned carriage found nearby.  Megan is desperate for answers, but learns nothing.  With her brother away at sea, she has little chance of finding them on her own.  As influenza ravishes the area, her only option left is to travel to London and seek help from the very man who holds her fate in the palm of his hand.  And just as the duke restores her trust and sneaks back into her heart, her brother returns. As the kidnapper strikes... Being held for ransom is bad enough, but Megan realizes her life rests with the two men she loves most, the two enemies who must now work together to save her from a madman and his surprising accomplices.  Will the duke and her brother set aside their animosity and arrive in time?  Or will she be swept overboard to her death?  Five Stars for this Regency Historical Romance: "The relationship between main characters Megan and Nicholas swings between tempestuous and tender, and their love scenes couldn't be hotter.  With a splendid blend of romance, adventure, and drama, this [regency historical] romance must be in the hands and on the shelves of the most discriminating romance reader."  -- Camille Cline, former Tor/Forge editor"I loved disappearing into the world Ms. Green created. I felt swept away into the regency era. I loved Megan's spunk and alternately cheered for and felt irritated at Nicholas. Ms. Green is an excellent author who knows how to guide the reader's emotions with her words. I look forward to more of her stories. A MUST read!" -- Avid Reader"Tiffany Green is an exceptional writer! I loved the story and I cannot wait for more. Just enough suspense, romance and drama all set in the right time. This is most definitely one of my favorite reads of all time." -- Stacie K  Click the Buy button at the top right of this page to enjoy this Historical Romance book on your kindle today!

The Workhouse Girl


Jessica Stirling - 1996
    Only after marriage will trusting and idealistic Cassie discover that Montague is not all that he seems. Nancy Winfield, born to the workhouse and betrayed by her protectors, is quick to recognize the preacher’s evil intentions. Imprisoned in a dangerous marriage and deceived by her sister, Cassie finds an ally in Nancy, and a friend in widower Allan Hunter, who is a victim of Montague’s twisted schemes. Beneath the surface of Cassie’s staid existence perverse and deadly passion run deep, threatening a tragedy that only Nancy Winfield’s loyalty – and Cassie’s courage – can prevent

An Unexpected Christmas Baby for the Brokenhearted Blacksmith (The Twelve Mail Order Brides of Christmas Book 9)


Emma Morgan - 2020
    

The Notorious Flynns Bundle


Jess Michaels - 2015
    * * *The Notorious Flynns Bundle:A new duke with an inherited bride, a lady with a secret desire and a gentleman determined to destroy himself. Along with their friends, the Flynns are not your average family. Pick up the bestselling series readers are raving about.The Other Duke: Rafe Flynn has just inherited an unexpected dukedom and an unwilling bride. Can he overcome Serafina McPhee's troubled past and prove to her that love is worth fighting for?The Scoundrel's Lover: Annabelle Flynn needs a proper husband to combat the bad reputations of her brothers. What she wants is Marcus Rivers, proprietor of an erotic club and the most improper man of all.The Widow Wager: Crispin Flynn has been riding a dangerous path to ruin since he lost the woman he loved. But when he wakes up with widow Gemma Quinn in his bed, he just might have to change his way of life to win her.No Gentleman for Georgina: Georgina Hickson has lived a life of utter propriety without any success in the marriage mart. But she has a secret, she has been in love with Paul Abbot, the manager of an erotic club, for years. Can one stolen night give her everything she ever wanted?A Marquis for Mary: Mary Quinn is almost out of time. If she cannot find a proper husband before the end of the Season, she will have to return to her father's home and his dangerous plans. But a stolen kiss in the garden with the handsome and troubled Edward, Marquis of Woodley, may solve all her problems and put her on the path to the love of her life.

Harlan's Crossing


Leona Grace - 2017
     Colorado Territory 1873: Ethan Cobb continues his search for the men who murdered his brother. Chasing a possible clue to the whereabouts of the ruthless gang, he finds himself in Harlan's Crossing - a dying town with little hope of survival. Can the solitary Marshal save not only the town but the small family who have taken him to their hearts, and will he find something more important than justice and revenge? A romantic western trilogy.

A Bride for the Texas Ranger


Charlotte Dearing - 2019
    He must, however, work a deal with her. She needs money to save her ranch and he needs access to the spring on her property. Seems simple, right? But nothing’s ever easy with Pearl. The woman is steely and stubborn, but she’s lovely too, with a carefully concealed, vulnerable side. As much as he tries not to notice, thoughts of Pearl distract him plenty. She stirs all sorts of protective notions. He yearns to shield her from the dangerous outlaws that lurk in the nearby canyons. When whispered rumors turn into deadly threats, Levi vows to do whatever it takes to keep Pearl safe.

The First Dance


Catherine Law - 2018
    . .1924The First World War is over and eleven-year-old Alexa is growing up on the idyllic Cornish coast with her best friend Harvey. But she soon discovers there are secrets at the heart of her family that have been hidden for years. And when her mother dies suddenly, she finds her whole life thrown into turmoil.1931Still reeling from the past and desperate for adventure, Alexa flees Cornwall for London, before travelling to the intoxicating city of Venice. But her new glamorous life is not what she hoped for and, with dark shadows closing in on her, Alexa will question everything she thought she wanted . . . 'A touching tale of star crossed lovers' New Magazine on Map of Stars

The Guardian Angel


Kay Seeley - 2017
    Robert can’t speak. He can’t tell her what makes him happy or sad. Nell has to work that out for herself. Not everyone is happy about Robert’s existence. Can Nell save him from a desolate future, secure his inheritance and ensure he takes his rightful place in society? A love story.