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By Kimberly Bell. 2016
A young lady makes an outrageous deal with a very handsome devil in this sexy debut romance set in Georgian…
Era London and Scotland.An independent young woman of means, Miss Hannah Howard is as stubborn as she is beautiful. After she moves to London for her first season among the ton, she immediately finds herself in a heated dispute with her neighbor, the ill-mannered Gavan Dalreoch, Earl of Rhone. Giving the Earl a black eye is a lapse in judgment--even though the Scottish scoundrel deserved it. Now with her reputation in jeopardy, her only hope for saving face is the man whose face she bruised.Gavan is content to live up to his rakish reputation, but with family pressuring him to marry, he and Hannah agree to get engaged just long enough to appear respectable. Yet as the charade continues with stolen kisses and a trip to Gavan's Scottish castle, Gavan and Hannah discover that their false engagement may be more real than they imagined.Includes a preview of Kimberly Bell's upcoming novel.By Stephanie Laurens. 1992
"Stephanie Laurens' heroines are marvelous tributes to Georgette Heyer: feisty and strong." - Cathy Kelly Miss Dorothea Darent has no…
intention of ever getting married, certainly not to a rogue such as the Marquis of Hazelmere. A disreputable scoundrel, he is captivated when they meet by chance and is determined to win her heart, even while she's busy dazzling the rest of London society. Now Dorothea has a choice to make: stick with her plan to remain a respectable spinster, or run into the arms of her dashing stranger... Read the very first novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens. A regency historical romance set in London, England. Previously published.By Brenda Joyce. 2016
Recapture the adventure and romance of New York Times bestselling author Brenda Joyce's beloved de Warenne Dynasty THE PERFECT BRIDE:…
Lady Blanche Harrington has no desire to marry, but circumstances demand that she must. She dreads choosing a suitor, especially because one man, Rex de Warenne, has not stepped forward... A DANGEROUS LOVE: Ariella de Warenne may look like a proper lady, but her family knows her as an independent thinker and something of a radical. So no one is surprised--except maybe Ariella herself--when she falls for the most inappropriate man: Emilian, the leader of a Roma camp... AN IMPOSSIBLE ATTRACTION: The Duke of Clarewood witnessed his parents' disastrous marriage, and he vowed never to wed. That is, until he meets the irresistible Alexandra Bolton, who inflames him as no other woman ever has... THE PROMISE: Alexi de Warenne married his childhood friend Elysse O'Neill to save her honor, but then leaves her to forge her own life. But Elysse knows she can win her husband's heart, and she'll do anything to claim her proper place at his side... The de Warenne Dynasty, Volume 3, Books 8 to 11 The Perfect Bride A Dangerous Love An Impossible Attraction The PromiseBy Doranna Durgin. 2009
Imagine a world where a sleek, dark jaguar wanders after twilight, seeking his mate, offering her protection from harm and…
the most sensual nights her heart could ever desire.... At dusk he prowled the Southwest, a huge, sleek black jaguar with startling blue eyes and a man's thoughts. A shape-shifting Sentinel, Dolan Treviño projected an intensely animalistic aura that hid the scars of his past. Yet as fierce as his pride was, this immensely powerful guardian needed the intuition and spirit of an innocent horse trainer to find redemption. The moment he set foot on her ranch, Meghan Lawrence rejected the shape-shifter's protection--but she couldn't turn her back on her family legacy. Her mother had died protecting a magical manuscript that the Sentinels' dark counterparts would now do anything to recover. With an unbreakable will and all-consuming passion, only Dolan possessed the strength to save Meghan. But was she strong enough to tame the beast within? A Jaguar shifter romance. Previously published.By Doranna Durgin. 2009
A cougar shape-shifter stalks the high mountain desert alone, guarding his land from an ancient ill. But it's the beautiful…
ocelot shifter who tracks him that might be the one to tame his wild ways.... Joe Ryan's lion heart is as rocky and impenetrable as the Arizona mountains he protects. Although no one could ever prove that the muscular Sentinel agent was involved in his former partner's death, Ryan's dark reputation--and ferocious cougar form--spells danger to the unwary. Lyn Maines is a woman on a mission. The dark-eyed shape-shifter has come to root out corruption, but she quickly discovers she's vulnerable to Ryan's leonine power. As they hunt the rocky peaks, seeking proof of Joe's innocence--or guilt--can she trust her instincts about the proud, tawny loner? Especially when her judgment is overwhelmed by the wilder urgings of her heart... A mountain lion shifter romance. Previously published.By Doranna Durgin. 2010
In this reader favorite story a majestic wolf prowls the halls of power protecting his pack of shape-shifters…
from those who would harm them But a wolf is not meant to hunt alone Nick Carter hides his wildness under expensive suits but nothing can lessen the impact of what he is alpha wolf He leads his region s Sentinels a duty he takes seriously He is cautious ready for anything -- except Jet The first time he sees the black-haired golden eyed beauty he recognizes a shape-shifter like himself -- but like no Sentinel he has seen before Jet has been trained by the Sentinel s dark counterparts for one mission to take down Nick Carter If she succeeds her pack will be freed If she fails But the moment she meets the man with pale green eyes she recognizes a kindred spirit a male to match the wild nature of her soul Together they could be amazing But if they do not betray each other the people they are supposed to protect will die A wolf shifter romance Previously publishedBy John J. Healey. 2013
The manuscript of this novel was discovered by John J. Healey in a box left by his grandfather, Professor Vincent…
P. Healey, after his death. This engaging work of fiction is a romantic account in which four iconic figures of American Letters play a leading role. In the summer of 1851 Herman Melville was finishing Moby Dick on his family farm in the Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts. Surrounded by his mother, sisters and pregnant wife, it was a calm and productive season until his neighbor Nathaniel Hawthorne lured him to Amherst. There they met twenty-year-old Emily Dickinson and her brother Austin. On a whim the two distinguished authors invited the Dickinson siblings to accompany them on a trip to Boston and New York. In Manhattan they met journalist Walt Whitman and William Johnson, a runaway slave, and it was there, despite their efforts to control it, that Emily and Herman fell in love. This, for the first time, is their story.By Elyce Wakerman. 2015
A lie is the only thing that can get twenty-year-old Harry Himelbaum past the cold scrutiny of Ellis Island's immigration…
official, Will Brown. A lie that locks them in a deadly battle.It is 1929. At home, economic depression and dust storms ravage America, and abroad, the goose step of Nazism is intensifying. Widespread fear of "the other" has reached a fever pitch. Against this tumultuous backdrop, two families share the spotlight in this sweeping saga: the Himelbaums of Poland, and the Browns of Iowa.All Harry Himelbaum wants is to live somewhere happy, and to send for the wife and child he must deny having. But Will Brown stands in the way. Will is a young, zealously patriotic Iowa lawyer, who has dedicated himself to staunchly upholding the nation's laws and keeping his America pure. Little does he expect that his childhood sweetheart and new wife, Barbara, would form a romantic attachment for Harry, the man he's sworn to keep out.Based on the true story of the author's father, this heart-wrenching clash of love and loyalties is a picture of an America torn between being a symbol of hope for immigrants and a proud nation fighting to re-create itself.By Grace Burrowes. 2015
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes introduces a brand new gorgeous Regency Romance series featuring the…
Haddonfield ladies and their loves.He's had everything he could ever want...until nowWealthy wool magnate Tremaine St. Michael is half French, half Scottish, and all business. He prowls the world in search of more profits, rarely settling in one place for long. When he meets practical, reserved Lady Nita Haddonfield, he sees an opportunity to mix business with pleasure by making the lady his own.Nita Haddonfield has a meaningful life tending to others, though nobody is dedicated to caring for Nita. She insists the limitations of marriage aren't for her, then Tremaine St. Michael arrives-protective, passionate, and very, very determined to win Nita's heart.Grace Burrowes writes heroes you'll never forget."Exquisite...breathtaking and heartwarming." -Long and Short Reviews for Nicholas"Delightfully different...Burrowes brings to life a deeply moving romance that's sure to be remembered and treasured." -RT Book Reviews Top Pick for DariusBy Grace Burrowes. 2012
The first novella to be published by New York Times bestselling author Grace Burrowes features the foundation story for her…
bestselling series. This is the tender story of love tested and won, and how Percy Windham, the dashing and brilliant man who was never supposed to become the Duke of Moreland, wooed the amazing lady who became his beloved Duchess. Percival Windham is a second son, and a cavalry officer acclaimed and respected by his men. He is immensely attractive and distracts himself with the women who seem to throw themselves at him at every turn, until at a country house party, he meets beautiful, retiring Esther Himmelfarb. Esther's wealthier relations are taking shameless advantage of her dependence on them, and only Percy seems to see the striking intelligence beneath her modest demeanor. Percy sees her as the perfect companion and she finds in him the man of her dreams.By Elizabeth Michels. 2014
The Mad Duke lean in closer, his lips gently brushing her ear, and whispered, "I dare you." She Can't Resist…
the Dare Lillian Phillips could not imagine how her quiet, simple life had come to this. Blackmailed by the Mad Duke of Thornwood into accepting one wild dare after another...all because of a pocket watch. Desperate to recover her beloved father's pawned timepiece, Lily did something reckless and dangerous and delicious--something that led to a night she'd never forget. He has a Reputation for Scandal When Devon Grey, Duke of Thornwood, runs into a mesmerizing, intoxicating, thieving woman who literally stole from his bedchamber--with his new pocket watch--Devon plots his revenge. If the daring wench likes to play games, he's happy to oblige. After all, what's the ruse of being the Mad Duke if you can't have some fun? But the last laugh might just be on him...By Kasey Michaels. 2010
When her beloved dies in battle, Lady Lydia Daughtry assumes she'll never love again. Until a deliciously handsome duke awakens…
a part of her she never knew existed. But how can she have such feelings for Tanner Blake, who is a constant reminder of all she has lost?Tanner Blake, duke of Malvern, promised his dying friend he'd take care of his "dearest Lyddie." So how dare he covet the lush, lovely young woman for himself-especially since he is all but betrothed to another? His solution: find Lydia a suitable husband immediately. But when both their lives become fraught with mystery and danger, Tanner's vow becomes intensely personal...renewing his desire to keep Lydia by his side forever.By Sharon Cullen. 2016
If you love Maya Banks and Monica McCarty, don't miss Sharon Cullen's captivating Highland Pride novels! Sutherland's Secret kicks off…
a series that's overflowing with mouthwatering Scottish warriors, captivating history, and forbidden desire. Terror reigns in the aftermath of the Battle of Culloden. As British troops obliterate the last traces of the Jacobite cause, Brice Sutherland, the Earl of Dornach, risks everything to arrange a covert escape route to Canada for his fellow Scots. But when he encounters a dying Englishwoman, hauntingly beautiful though scarred by manacles and unable to speak, Brice's true courage is put to the test. Nothing but ruin could result from helping her, or worse: falling in love. The pampered daughter of a marquess, Eleanor Hirst was the talk of the London season when she wed the Earl of Glendale. Little did she know that his posting as an officer in Scotland would be their undoing. Now her husband is dead and Eleanor is a fugitive in a hostile country. Desperate for help, she throws herself on the mercy of Brice Sutherland, a handsome Scottish warrior who should be her enemy. Instead, he cares for her tenderly, reviving her shattered spirit--and awakening urges unlike any she's ever known. Praise for the novels of Sharon Cullen "This Regency romance has it all--danger, blackmail, passion, love, and characters that draw you in and leave you wanting more."--Fresh Fiction, on Sebastian's Lady Spy "Heart-wrenching and full of real emotion, proving that love is always the answer, His Saving Grace is the best book I've read this year!"--USA Today bestselling author Bronwen Evans "A sizzling, smart relationship that evolves beautifully to capture readers' hearts as well as their imaginations."--RT Book Reviews, on Pleasing the Pirate "Loving the Earl is charming and fast-paced. It's filled with passion, intrigue, a resourceful heroine you'll love, and a delicious hero you'll fall in love with."--New York Times bestselling author Jacquie D'Alessandro "The Notorious Lady Anne has everything I look for in a romance. Cullen's debut is a sexy, fun, and thrilling read."--Bestselling author Shana Galen Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.By Sharon Cullen. 2015
Seduction abounds in Sharon Cullen's steamy historical romance! For the Crown's top agents, love is a hazard best avoided--until an…
unforgettable affair exposes their undercover hearts. Sebastian Addison has a powerful secret. To society he is the Earl of Claybrook, the patriarch who raised his siblings after the death of their parents. But to the king, Sebastian is Britain's top spy--a position that has taken an emotional toll on him. Contessa Gabrielle Marciano has also been living a lie, her title a cover devised by the Office of Intelligence. The femme fatale was plucked from a life of crime and prostitution and trained to restrain her passionate nature. Until she meets the earl. For three deeply sensual days and nights, Sebastian and Gabrielle drop their masks, indulging in pleasures that seem too good to be true. Then the lovers go their separate ways. Seven months later they reunite when inside sources report that an English aristocrat has been aiding France in a plot to topple the Crown. Their objective: to find the turncoat. Their greatest challenge: to keep their wild, wounded hearts from derailing a mission of life and death.Praise for Sebastian's Lady Spy"I love Sebastian's Lady Spy by Sharon Cullen. This Regency romance has it all--danger, blackmail, passion, love, and characters that draw you in and leave you wanting more."--Fresh Fiction"Sharon Cullen will sweep you away! A sexy, spine-tingling ride, Sebastian's Lady Spy is the perfect blend of historical romance and suspense."--Jess Michaels, author of The Scoundrel's Lover"Sebastian's Lady Spy is a lively, action-packed novel filled with intelligent characters, witty repartee, and a passionate romance. I devoured this book and was left breathless, wanting more, more, more!"--Shana Galen, author of Earls Just Want to Have Fun"Sharon Cullen spins a fast-paced tale full of sizzling attraction and high stakes that will keep the reader turning pages."--Ashlyn Macnamara, author of What a Lady Requires"Engaging characters and an intriguing plot make Sebastian's Lady Spy a must read!"--Lynne Connolly, author of Temptation Has Green Eyes"Exhilarating . . . Sebastian's Lady Spy is a thrilling romance that has plenty of adventure, poignant romance, a dangerous villain and a compelling voice that enthralls its readers and leaves you aching for more from this author."--Addicted to Romance "There was an incredible ending where I thought everyone was going get snuffed, but whew--thank goodness I was reading a romance. A great happily ever after to wrap it all up."--Bitten by Romance "I really do enjoy Sharon Cullen's ability to tell a story that is connected by some common threads, but each book stands alone nicely."--I Am, Indeed "A wonderful historical romance . . . Romance lovers, this is a book worth checking out."--Imagine a WorldIncludes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.By Sharon Cullen. 2014
Perfect for fans of Mary Balogh, Sharon Cullen's captivating novel tells the deeply emotional tale of two devoted lovers facing…
the ravages of war. For months now, Lady Grace Ashworth has mourned the death of her beloved husband--until the day a very-much-alive Michael arrives at her front door. It's nothing less than a miracle. However, Grace soon realizes that this Michael isn't the same man who left for the Crimean War. She's stunned to learn that he has suffered a devastating head injury. Putting all her own desires aside, Grace resolves to devote herself to Michael's recovery and to love him no matter what troubles may come. Convinced that his wife is wasting her time on a broken man, Michael attempts to shield Grace from a life of inconvenience by driving her away. But Grace will have none of that. Despite every obstacle Michael throws in her path, she stubbornly soldiers on, fighting not only for their marriage but for the love they once shared. In the end, will her determination alone be enough to save Michael from the darkness that threatens to consume him?Praise for His Saving Grace "Cullen writes an emotional and unique story about a couple's journey to salvation. . . . Recommended for historical romance readers who appreciate feel-good, emotionally substantial, 'love conquers all' tales."--Library Journal "Cullen has marked herself as an author to watch."--Publishers Weekly "Heart-wrenching and full of real emotion, proving that love is always the answer, His Saving Grace is the best book I've read this year!"--USA Today bestselling author Bronwen Evans"Few writers can spark a lonely heart to life like Sharon Cullen in His Saving Grace."--Violetta Rand, author of Surrender"I heartfully applaud Ms. Cullen for writing this book, considering the sensitive nature of the subject matter. Historical romance novels rarely tackle such a serious subject, but Ms. Cullen does it with sensitivity and honesty. I highly recommend this book, whether you have read the others in the series or not, and I'm giving it five stars."--Buried Under Romance "If you enjoy a well-written historical romance with great character development then I have no hesitation in recommending His Saving Grace."--Romantic Historical Reviews "Michael and Grace's story [made] me sit with crossed fingers hoping everything turned out like it should. Everything did, of course, but that ending wouldn't have been as perfect if not for the journey that got these two wonderful characters there."--Written Love "This was a very moving and powerful story by Cullen. I can't wait for the next book."--Historical Romance Lover "A beautiful story that was well written."--What I'm Reading "This was a wonderful novel. . . . Every once in a while, I want to read a book that makes me think."--Laura Tague "With secondary characters that fill in the story nicely, [His Saving Grace] is a wonderful installment to the series."--I Am, Indeed Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.By Sharon Cullen. 2015
Perfect for fans of Mary Balogh and Eloisa James, Sharon Cullen's seductive new historical romance ignites as a shy country…
girl and a hotheaded duke surrender to dangerous temptations. Lady Sara Emerson was jolted out of her dull provincial life by her cousin's murder. Now that the killer seems to be targeting her, Sara seeks help from the man who was once her cousin's fiancé, Gabriel Ferguson, Duke of Rossmoyne. With his towering frame and fiery personality, Ross cuts an intimidating figure. Living under his protection, however, has its own hazards--like the sudden urge Sara feels to take their relationship in new, exquisitely inappropriate directions. Dazzled by the social graces of his betrothed, Ross never noticed her shy, blushing cousin. Looking at Sara now, though, he's drawn to her lovely eyes and calm disposition. Funny how a year away from the hustle and bustle of the ton changes a man. But Ross has no intention of allowing a woman to interfere with his plan to return overseas. He will simply capture the murderer and set sail once again. The problem is, with her beguiling lips and heavenly touch, Sara makes him never want to leave home--or his bed--again.By Sharon Cullen. 2014
From Sharon Cullen, author of the eBook sensation Loving the Earl, comes the tale of a ruthless pirate and the…
Scottish lass who fills him with desire for something greater than plunder. With her clan's crops burned and their property confiscated, Mairi McFadden is desperate to free her brother from imprisonment so that he can take his rightful place as chief. Her only hope is the fierce English pirate Phin Lockwood, but the buccaneer laughs at her meager funds. His roving eyes, however, tell Mairi there's something else he'll take in exchange for her brother's rescue. Though she burns with hatred for the English, she'll do anything to save her clan. The crown has made it clear that Phin has two choices: bring in a certain Scottish traitor or hang. And he's not about to let a tiny, whiskey-eyed woman get in his way, even if she is pointing a gun at him. When Phin learns that Mairi's brother is the very man he seeks, he's more than willing to use the lass as bait. But as the moment of capture draws near, Phin is surprised by his feelings for the courageous beauty who has him considering risking his life--for someone besides himself.By Sharon Cullen. 2013
From rising romance star Sharon Cullen comes a tale of the fiery passion between a noble naval officer and a…
female pirate that's as tempestuous and as unpredictable as the sea. Nicholas Addison, celebrated captain of the Blackwell Shipping Fleet, has agreed to take Mrs. Emmaline Sutherland aboard the Pride and ferry the raven-haired beauty across the Atlantic on what he imagines will be a routine trip. But when the ship is attacked by pirates, the seemingly innocent passenger is revealed to be none other than the infamous marauder Lady Anne, whose name strikes fear in the hearts of sailors everywhere--and whose seductive wiles commandeers Nicholas's affections. Lady Anne, a legend of the high seas, has spent the last eleven years plotting revenge against her father, the owner of Blackwell Shipping. She's targeted the Pride in hopes of plundering its captain's company secrets. But beneath her fierce courage and bitter determination, Anne has the delicate heart of a woman--a heart that cannot help falling for Nicholas. Now Anne must make a difficult choice: bring down Blackwell or surrender to love. Includes a special message from the editor, as well as excerpts from these Loveswept titles: The Reluctant Countess, Wild Rain, and Silk on the Skin.By Sally Orr. 2016
No Good Rake Goes UnpunishedWhen George Drexel used his vast experience with women to write and publish The Rake's Handbook:…
Including Field Guide, little did he realize the havoc it would cause. Now years later, the rumor of a second edition has London's naughtiest widows pounding on his door, begging to be included. But George has given up his roguish ways and wants nothing more than to be left alone with his architectural pursuits...until beautiful Meta Russell tempts him from his work and leaves him contemplating an altogether different sort of plan.The handbook may be years out of print, but it still has the power to ruin lives. Desperate to save her sister-whose inclusion has left her jilted-Meta tracks down the rake responsible, only to find a man who steals her breath and leaves her reeling. Banding together to put things to rights, George and Meta find themselves drawn inexorably together...but can Meta truly trust her heart to a man who wrote the book on being a rake? The Rake's Handbook:The Rake's Handbook, Including Field GuideWhen a Rake FallsTo Catch a RakePraise for Sally Orr:"Orr debuts with a charming romp. The witty repartee and naughty innuendos set the perfect pitch for the entertaining romance. Though there are serious themes and carefully researched historical details, it's the banter and sensuality that are sure to enchant readers."-RT Book Reviews, FOUR STARS"The madcap adventures combined with a sweet love story will charm readers."-RT Book Reviews, FOUR STARSBy Caroline Linden. 2014
Sometimes It Takes a Scandal . . .Abigail Weston has everything: beauty, wit, and one of the largest dowries in…
England. Her parents hope she'll wed an earl. Abigail hopes for a man who wants her desperately and passionately. But the money seems to blind every man she meets--except one.Sebastian Vane has nothing. He came home from war with a shattered leg to find his father mad and his inheritance gone. He's not a fit suitor for anyone, let alone an heiress. But Abigail lights up his world like a comet, bright and beautiful and able to see him instead of his ruined reputation. And it might end happily ever after . . .To Reveal Your Heart's Desire. . . Until Benedict Lennox begins courting Abigail. Ben is everything Sebastian isn't--wealthy, charming, heir to an earl. Sebastian won't give up the only girl he's ever loved without a fight, but Abigail must choose between the penniless gentleman who moves her heart, and the suitor who is everything her parents want.