Title search results
Showing 161 - 180 of 15864 items
Lost in Shadow
By Jocelyn Kelley. 2007
Her dear father died before convincing people of the existence of ghosts, so Jade Nethercott and her sisters set out…
to prove him right. Meanwhile, a ghost named Renshaw reveals to Jade his murderer's identity-Lord Bannatyne, notorious rake-so that she might protect Renshaw's fiancee. A nervous Jade finagles a meeting with Bannatyne, but he proves to be anything but rakish when he risks arrest rather than ruin Jade's reputation. Now she must decide whether to heed the ghost's warning-or follow her heart...A Pirate's Possession
By Michelle Beattie. 2010
Disguised as a man, Claire Gentry is searching for the treasure her long-lost father never found. But her façade doesn't…
fool pirate Nate Carter-the man who stole her heart, and the man who can help her find the treasure. But they may realize that what they've really been searching for isn't riches, but each other.Our Wicked Mistake
By Emma Wildes. 2010
When blackmail turns to murder, Madeline May turns to the notorious Viscount Altea, Luke Daudet - a man used to…
dealing with men of ill repute and a man she despises with every fibre of her being. From the very moment of their first meeting - and one unforgettable night of passion - Luke Daudet knew Madeline was different. And when he received her fateful entreaty, he knew he would not be able to stay away.Lord Rakehell
By Virginia Henley. 2013
Some men thrive on scandal. Lord James Hamilton, heir to the Duke of Abercorn and newly appointed attendant to the…
young Prince of Wales, is in no rush to find a wife and take on a more responsible life. A lover of all things pleasurable, James has earned his reputation as a rakehell of London. But when a feisty beauty piques his interest, James finds himself obsessed with learning more about her, and even contemplates making her his own. Lady Anne Curzon-Howe has long been besotted with her dear friends’ handsome elder brother, Jamesever since the moment he compared her to a wild Irish rose. While Anne has many suitors, the elusive James is the only man who draws her fancy. But Lord Hamilton’s rakish ways are notorious for a reason, and convincing him to love only her will be an incrediblealbeit rewardingchallenge. . . . MORE THAN 8 MILLION COPIES OF VIRGINIA HENLEY’S NOVELS IN PRINT .Rebellious Rake, Innocent Governess
By Elizabeth Beacon. 2009
Notorious rake Benedict Shaw could have his pick of ton heiresses, but one woman has caught his experienced eye--governess Miss…
Charlotte Wells! Chaperoning her charges at magnificent society balls, Charlotte hides behind her shapeless dresses and unnecessary spectacles, doing her best to fade into the gilded wallpaper. Only, the smoldering intensity of Ben's gaze makes that impossible! When Ben asks her to dance, Charlotte refuses--she wants no part of his shocking exploits! However, society's most scandalous libertine isn't used to taking no for an answer. . . .Chasing the Sun
By Kaki Warner. 2011
Daisy Etheridge sacrificed her dreams for unrequited love, and Jack Wilkins left behind his plans and childhood love for Daisy…
and their child. Now, with a baby to care for, the couple must decide what they want out of life-and each other...Made for Sin
By Celia May Hart. 2007
Two very different sisters with one thing in common--the good fortune to find men wholl show them how heavenly sin…
can be. . . Lucy Wavertons wild escapades are the talk of the ton. Fleeing the notorious Earl of Radbournes carriage after a delicious seduction, she meets a soldier whose hard body and rebellious streak stir her newly awakened desires. Sergeant Michael Hall may be lowborn, but his every caress takes Lucy higher and higher, into a realm of pure carnal ecstasy. . . Searching the country for her reckless younger sister, Caroline Waverton instead finds herself in the company of the rogue who reputedly ruined Lucy. Alex Radbourne is decadent, depraved, and devilishly skilled at uncovering Carolines secret, forbidden desires. The refined Miss Caroline has a thoroughly wanton side, and though each knows the affair is wrong, nothing could feel more right than surrendering to sinfully erotic abandon. . .A Scandalous Lady
By Francesca Shaw. 2002
Playboy bachelor the Earl of Ashby had become fascinated by the beautiful actress Lysette Davide, agreeing to a wager with…
his friends--to make her his mistress. But Lysette, in actual fact, was the highly respectable society lady Miss Camilla Knight, and she would be ruined if anyone discovered her scandalous secret! Courting the beautiful Camilla by day and trying to win his reckless wager by night, when would the earl realize that Camilla and Lysette were one and the same woman?The Devilish Montague
By Patricia Rice. 2011
All Blake Montague wants is to save Europe from a tyrant. But as the penniless youngest son of a baron,…
he needs a marriage of convenience to provide the money he requires for a military commission. Then he meets a blonde beauty who can fulfill all his needs-especially those satisfied by a wife. . . .One Whisper Away
By Emma Wildes. 2011
Lady Cecily Francis has resigned herself to becoming the wife of Lord Drury. But, upon her first scandalous encounter with…
the exotic Earl of Augustine, Cecily is left intrigued and excited. Known as Earl Savage, the Earl of Augustine is half American and half Iroquois. He can't wait to return to his native soil - until the charming Lady Cecily has him considering a prolonged stay. First in a deliciously erotic new series of historical romances.Dark Season
By Joanna Lowell. 2016
From Pushcart Prize-winning author Joanna Lowell comes a dazzling gothic romance that will keep readers spellbound till the final page.…
Haunted by her FutureTainted. Degraded. Doomed. Doctors told Ella Arlington that her epilepsy would prevent her from living a normal life. When her cousin tries to put her in an institution, she flees to London, determined to control her own destiny. But while at a seance, Ella's epileptic fit is mistaken for spiritual possession. Loath to reveal her scandalous condition, she goes along with the misperception, and soon finds herself attracting the attention of a devilishly handsome viscount determined to keep the past buried.Tortured by his PastViscount Isidore Blackwood's fiancee died with secrets he's vowed to keep, but nothing could have prepared him for the arrival of a mysterious woman who's rumored to have contacted her ghost. He doesn't believe for a moment that Ella possesses supernatural powers. Her presence, however, shakes him to his core and when he accuses Ella of being a con artist, sparks unexpectedly ignite between them.When some surprising truths come to light about Phillipa's death, Isidore concocts a plan to stage a spectacle of a séance for the ton with Ella's help. Their devil's pact might just flush out a killer, but will Isidore let his fury and guilt consume his own soul in the process? And can Ella trust him enough to gamble on a future she never thought she could have?Sensuality Level: SensualHigh Country Bride
By Jillian Hart. 2008
For widow Joanna Nelson, life presented constant hardships. Evicted from her home, she and her two children sought refuge, which…
led them to rancher Aidan McKaslin's property. The kind but embittered cowboy couldn't turn her away, and their agreement benefited them both. He sheltered her family, while she brought faith and a woman's touch back into his world. When outside forces threatened their blossoming friendship, Aidan decided to take action. Could he convince the special woman to bind herself to him permanently or would he drive her away forever?An Unconventional Miss
By Dorothy Elbury. 2008
A woman like no otherMiss Jessica Beresford is headstrong, impetuous and poorly-dowered. Benedict Ashcroft, Earl of Wyvern, knows he should…
steer well clear of her, no matter how dazzling her beauty. His late brother has seemingly lost the family fortune, and Ben's last hope is to marry a well-behaved heiress! Jessica's exquisite loveliness is matched by her kind heart, and Ben is soon torn between duty and desire. So when she unlocks a secret that embroils them both in mystery and danger, Ben must secure both his family's future--and Jessica as his bride!Abigail's Story: Women of the Bible
By Ann Burton. 2005
They were women of conviction and courage, whose stories inspire the faithful to this day. Now, Signet launches Women of…
the Bible, a compelling new series for fans of historical fiction and romance. This is the story of Abigail... To settle her brother's gambling debt, Abigail of Carmel convinces her boorish lord to marry her. Then exiled by him to the life of a shepherdess, she grows to love David, the warrior son of Jesse, who will come face-to-face with her husband in a senseless war-and destroy her hopes of peace.Initiate
By Nulli Para Ora. 2013
Bound in service to the king, Initiates are selected and brought to the palace to forfeit their lives and fulfill…
their calling. That is until duty and honor clash with self-preservation. The resulting test of wills may destroy a kingdom and a new love which should never have seen the light of day.On the surface, the kingdom of Minra appears idyllic, steeped in peace and prosperity. This peace comes at a price. The villages of the kingdom offer up Initiates--individuals who vie for the chance to be selected as the King's Companion--to preserve the kingdom. Initiate and Companion are the most honored and coveted roles in all the land, for Companions nourish Minra's monarch with their life force until they die, allowing their wise king to survive for generations.Under Ritual Trainers bound in service to the king, Initiates are selected and brought to the palace to fulfill their duty. All Initiates greet this opportunity with happiness and reverence. Almost all. One Initiate forsakes time-honored traditions in favor of self-preservation.Is this forfeiture of life a worthy trade--or even necessary--for the good of the kingdom? In the battle for superiority, can love survive and overthrow generations of sacrifice and tradition?His Sinful Secret
By Emma Wildes. 2010
Betrothed to one brother, then married to another, Julianne Sutton finds herself a pawn in an unknown game. The enigmatic…
new Marquess of Longhaven knows all about the art of deception but he's baffled by innocence. His new wife is trusting, lovely, and utterly bewitching. Imagine his surprise when he discovers that she has secrets of her own. As he battles a ruthless enemy, he quickly learns that love has an entirely different set of rules. .Journey
By Angela Hunt. 2009
His younger brother will be greater than he. . . With those words, Menashe's dreams collapse. As Yosef's eldest son,…
his position had seemed secure. But now Efrayim--bold, charming Efrayim, who's everything Menashe is not --is taking his place. With their people. With the pharaoh. With Jendayi, the slave Menashe loves. Efrayim, meanwhile, sees his dreams confirmed. Surely it's his destiny to unite the Egyptians and Hebrews. To marry a princess and achieve splendor surpassing that of his brother. Then Menashe's dreams take a dangerous twist as he becomes obsessed with returning the Hebrews to their homeland. If he succeeds, he'll restore their heritage. If he fails. . . he could destroy them all.Captain Langthorne's Proposal
By Elizabeth Beacon. 2009
At twenty-four, Lady Serena Summerton puts herself firmly back on the shelf--this time for good! Her abusive first marriage was…
an utter disaster, and she's determined never to marry again. Captain Adam Langthorne remembers Serena as a wild little thing. Now back from France, this courageous captain is enchanted with the beautiful woman she has become. Putting aside his rakish ways, the dashing Captain Langthorne resolves to tempt, entice or, if he has to, drag Lady Serena into having a second season. His plan is to sweep her off her feet until she accepts his proposal. . . of marriage!Francesca
By Bertrice Small. 2013
New York Times bestselling author Bertrice Small continues her glorious historical-romance series featuring four sisters in Renaissance Florence who have…
anything but marriage on their minds.... Giovanni Pietro d'Angelos selected his oldest daughter's husband, and the marriage proved to be a disaster. He offers to give his next oldest daughter, Francesca, more latitude in choosing a husband than her sister had. But the arrogant beauty has no desire to marry, and she drives every potential suitor away. The Duke of Terreno Boscoso seeks a wife for his heir, Rafaello, and invites Francesca, along with several other possible brides, to come meet him. Francesca's parents think it's a good match, but she refuses to consider it until her father makes her a promise: If he does not suit, you may return. She is therefore shocked when, not long after they meet, Rafaello chooses her as his bride and her parents agree to his proposal--without her consent. Furious and feeling betrayed, Francesca flees into the woods and takes shelter at an inn. There, she earns her keep as a servant--and meets an unlikely suitor who steals her heart. But the future remains uncertain for the runaway bride, who is still promised to another.The Warrior's Forbidden Virgin
By Michelle Willingham. 2009
Sir Ademar of Dolwyth does not think beautiful Lady Katherine of Ardennes would ever consider him for her husband--especially since…
she is in love with someone else! But when Katherine's heart is broken, Ademar is there to offer her comfort. . . and passion. For though the Norman knight cannot tell Katherine how he feels, he can show her without using any words at all. . . .