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A Curvy Beauty for the Duke
In the glittering ballrooms of London, Lady Alicia Carver stands apart from the willowy young ladies, painfully aware of the whispers about her curves and unconventional beauty. While she finds joy as guardian to her lively ward, Alicia is haunted by her past encounters with the ton. Despite her reluctance, she agrees to one final Season in London to seek a husband. When fate intertwines her path with Henry, her heart stirs, but painful memories make her question if a future with him is even possible.
Can Alicia let go of the past, or is her dream of love beyond reach?
Henry Bishop, Duke of Hawthorne, loathes the endless parade of London balls and prefers the freedom of the countryside. When duty compels him to escort his sister for the Season, he unexpectedly finds himself captivated by the one woman who refuses to fall in line with society's expectations—Lady Alicia Carver. Just as he begins to imagine a future with her, Henry discovers his late father may have promised him to another.
Will Henry follow his heart, or will family obligation trap him in a loveless union?
As the affection between Alicia and Henry grows, rumors swirl in the drawing rooms of the ton, accusing Alicia of being behind a string of thefts. Can Henry and those closest to her clear her name and uncover the real thief in time? Or will the ton’s ruthless gossip destroy their chance at happiness? When a new rumor surfaces—one with a hint of truth—will their love survive the final storm?
How to Lose an Earl in 30 Days
Lady Amelia Everly has long embraced her independence, rejecting every suitor who crosses her path. When forced to participate in the Season for the first time due to her parents' insistence, Amelia reluctantly agrees- but with a secret plan of her own. She accepts a courtship with Edmund Prescott, the dashing Earl of Silverwood, but intends to drive him away within thirty days. She hopes that by feigning heartbreak, her parents will finally abandon their attempts to marry her off.
Will her plan go awry when unexpected emotions come into play?
Edmund Prescott, Earl of Silverwood, has always been the charming, dependable friend in any circle. When a reckless bet challenges him to court the elusive Amelia for a month though, he sees an opportunity to get closer to the woman who has intrigued him for years. The more time he spends with her, the more he begins to question his own motives and feelings. Yet, as he genuinely falls for her, the stakes of the bet become painfully clear.
How can he possibly reveal the truth to Amelia without losing her forever?
As their courtship unfolds amidst public scandal and personal revelations, Amelia and Edmund grapple with their own feelings and the truth behind their story. Amelia is torn between her growing attraction and her fear of being used, while Edmund struggles with the weight of his deception. With the shadow of the bet and public gossip looming over them, can they navigate their tangled emotions and come to terms with their true desires before it is too late?
An Unexpected Marriage with the Earl
Returning from a grand tour of Europe, Johanna Follett is full of hopes and expectations for the future. She has always lived life on her own terms, her heart set on botanical studies and exploring the world beyond Regency society's constraints. Yet, when an unintended encounter with the Earl of Beaumont thrusts her into a scandal she was not expecting, and with marriage being the only way to save her name, Johanna embarks on a match she neither courted nor desired...
Will she be able to reclaim her dreams amidst the suffocating scrutiny of the ton, or will she be forever trapped in her gilded cage?
Edmund Banfield, the Earl of Beaumont, never envisioned himself at the center of a scandal, but fate has a way of changing plans. Bound by duty and family expectations, he finds himself in a hastily arranged marriage with a woman who was brought into his life under the most unconventional circumstances. As he wrestles with his own insecurities and the demands of a new union, he struggles to balance the obligations of his title with the tumultuous emotions stirred by his new wife.
Can Edmund reconcile his deepest fears with the reality of his marriage, or will his personal battles jeopardize the love hesitantly blooming in his heart?
When a fresh scandal threatens to undo their efforts, Johanna and Edmund must confront their own doubts and learn to trust each other if they are to salvage their relationship and clear their names. Amidst the dazzling but fickle world of the ton, they must overcome the shadows cast by rumors, deceit, and external pressures and find a genuine connection. With the tongues of the ton wagging, the question of their true feelings for one another comes to the fore. Can their marriage survive, or will forces beyond their control put an end to the happiness they both so desire?
A Bluestocking for the Tender Earl
Charlotte Davidson has a dream – to publish her novel and share her stories with the world. Her parents however are dead set against such ambitions – they only want her to marry. Defiant and determined, Charlotte vows to refuse any man they choose, but her resolve is tested when she meets Jacob Kirk, the Earl of Swadlincote, in a disastrously awkward first encounter. As they get to know each other, she wonders if there might be more to this arranged marriage than she initially thought.
Can she navigate this unexpected twist in her life's story without breaking her heart?
Jacob Kirk, the Earl of Swadlincote has a problem – the money he has inherited is all but gone, and he fears he will lose the family seat if something is not done to save it. An arrangement with a local merchant seems to offer a lifeline, but it comes with the stipulation of marriage to his daughter, Charlotte. Initially uninterested and with his heart set on another, Jacob is surprised by Charlotte's wit and independence, and most importantly, with the effect she has on him. As he grapples with his deepening feelings for her and the jealousy of his former love, he begins to question his true desires…
Will this marriage of convenience turn out to be a blessing in disguise?
As Charlotte and Jacob face societal pressures, jealousy, and personal ambitions, they find themselves drawn together in unexpected ways. With their wedding day approaching and external forces threatening to tear them apart, they must decide if their partnership can evolve into something more meaningful. Will their shared struggles and growing bond be enough to transform this arrangement into true happiness?
Unmasking a Lord's Heart
Lady Isabella Collingwood was once known for her untamed spirit, cherished only by her twin brother and his closest friend, Simon Lyndon. To them, she was perfect as she was. Her parents however saw fit to exile her to Ireland, hoping to refine her into a proper lady. After five long years, Bella returns, but she's no longer the wild child she once was- not to the eyes of others at least. When Simon's gaze meets hers, she wonders if he still sees her as the girl he once knew…
Could it be that the wild Bella, and the tenderness she once shared with Simon, are forever gone?
The Honorable Mr. Simon Lyndon has harbored feelings for Bella since they were children. Yet, it did not take long to learn that his affections were not deemed worthy by her father. That is why working as a spy for the crown became his refuge from the pain of unrequited love. When Bella reappears though, transformed by her time in Ireland, Simon's heart is stirred once more. He cannot help but wonder if there's a chance for them, or if he is destined to love her only from afar.
If only things could be as simple as when they were children…
Before their relationship can blossom again, complications arise. One of the biggest being a wealthy widow, Amelia Lafleche, who does everything in her power to win Simon’s attention. And even worse, a handsome heir to a dukedom begins to woo Bella, further straining the rekindling bond between her and Simon. As secrets and misunderstandings mount, Simon’s duty to his country collides with his desire to protect Bella, who finds herself caught in a dangerous plot. Can they overcome the odds and find love together in the end?
The Marquess' Love Gamble
Juliette Harcourt's hopes are dashed when her long-awaited suitor, Nicholas, returns not with a proposal, but with news of his engagement to another. Heartbroken and reeling from disappointment, Juliette crosses paths once more with Alexander, the Marquis of Cavendish, a man she shared a fleeting encounter with a year ago in the secrecy of an orangery.
Can Juliette summon the strength to let go of her unrequited love and embrace the possibility of a new path with Alexander?
Alexander, burdened by societal expectations and pressured to wed, finds himself drawn to Juliette's quiet strength and sincerity. Sensing Juliette's uncertainty and his own desire for a reprieve from matrimonial demands, Alexander proposes a daring plan—a sham courtship to shield Juliette from prying eyes and afford him the freedom to uncover truths of his own…
Can Alexander truly escape the expectations that have long defined him, finding a path to authenticity and lasting happiness?
As rumors of their fake courtship spread, Juliette and Alexander are trapped in a tangle of secrets and unspoken desires. Delving into the mysteries surrounding Nicholas and his mysterious fiancée, they confront their own feelings and deepest truths.
In a world governed by appearances and societal norms, will they summon the courage to follow their hearts, risking everything they cherish? Can love triumph over deceit and longing?
A Viscount’s Disguised Maid
Miss Eileen Walton has been the talk of London for all the wrong reasons. Determined to put the past behind her, she adopts a new identity as a lowly maid. Under the name Connie Knowles, she seeks work with the surrounding aristocrats. Soon enough, she lands in the employment of a charming viscount, but what initially seems like a blessing might reveal itself to be a curse. The viscount is everything Eileen has ever dreamed of, but Connie can’t possibly act on her feelings without compromising her new beginning...
As Eileen comes to terms with her newfound identity, can she keep her past hidden and her heart guarded from the allure of forbidden love?
Lord Liam Hartfield, the Viscount of Corbridge, has spent the last four years fighting for his country. Instead of a reward though, he returns to Northumberland to find his ancestral seat in ruin. Yet, he soon finds himself distracted by the newest addition to the staff… a maid whose charm and resilience captivate him. As he struggles to resist the pull of forbidden attraction, Liam faces another challenge: the father of his childhood sweetheart, whose machinations threaten to destroy his romance with Eileen.
Can Liam prioritize duty over desire, or will he risk everything for a chance at true love?
Drawn to each other despite their differences in station, Liam and Eileen combine forces to restore Hartfield Manor. As the stakes are raised, enemies beyond number present themselves. Not least of all Eileen’s former betrothed, who has come to take back what is rightfully his when Eileen’s luck starts to change. Can Eileen and Liam weather a new storm of scandal? Or will their love not survive the endless deception?
A Matchmaker for the Fine Baron
Baroness Frederica Ridley is London’s most esteemed matchmaker, who wields her sharp wit and keen intuition to unite the single hearts of the Ton. Despite her success in orchestrating love for others, she secretly fears she may never find a match of her own, scarred by a past loveless marriage and haunted by the memory of her late husband's betrayal. All until a chance encounter with the enigmatic Baron Pelham ignites a spark that threatens to consume her heart…
Can she defy all expectations and embrace the passion that kindles her soul?
Pelham Bridges, once a talented composer, is now haunted by the shadows of his scandalous past. He dreams of escaping to the Continent, yet duties beyond number keep him tied to London—not least of all his sister Eugenia, who has failed to find a husband. It is the unexpected encounter with his sister’s matchmaker, Frederica, that will awaken a desire he never dared to imagine and a love that could heal his wounded heart and inspire his greatest masterpiece.
Can this woman be the muse to set him free from the chains of his past?
What begins as a convenient collaboration between Frederica and Pelham, soon grows into something more. They have both spent the last ten years dodging love at every turn, but this time, they may not have a choice. While they learn to confront society's judgment as well as their own demons, they must face dark secrets and blackmail that threaten to tear them apart.
Will they succumb to the pressures of convention or will they be able to follow the path of their hearts, risking everything for a love that defies all odds?
A Baron's Pretended Courtship
Lady Lydia Spencer, a talented musician and determined spinster, dreams of a life dedicated to her music, free from the constraints of marriage. Yet, her parents, concerned about her unmarried status, force her into a courtship with the ominous Lord Carpenter. Terrified of a life with a man known for his brutality and a mysterious past, Lydia seeks a way out. She soon finds a solution in her childhood friend, Stephen, by playing a charade where they pretend to be courting.
True feelings blossoming in her heart will threaten to destroy everything though…
Stephen Rowley, Baron of Rothwell, finds himself devastated after a sudden break in his courtship with Lady Abigail. Seeking to make her jealous, he proposes a fake courtship with Lydia, his dear friend's sister. As they embark on this charade, Stephen rediscovers the deep connection they shared in their youth. The more people praise their compatibility, the more he fears disappointing those around him.
And also breaking his own heart in the process…
Amidst the tension of their pretense, Lydia and Stephen must confront their own feelings and the obstacles threatening to condemn Lydia to a miserable future. Unbeknownst to them, Lord Carpenter's pursuit of Lydia may have ulterior motives beyond what they initially believed… Will Stephen be able to save her from this dreadful fate or will their hearts remain entangled in a web of confusion and unspoken desires?
The Duke's Heartfelt Dilemma
In the quietude of Market Harbingdon, Gillian Pembroke harbors a secret truth. Beneath the serene facade of this seaside village, the daughter of the Marquess of Pembury grapples with the shadows of a scandal that unjustly stained her name. When an unexpected encounter revives old memories though, and long-buried feelings are brought back to the fore, it seems Gillian has a choice to make.
Will the revelations of her heart's desires disrupt the quiet life she has carefully built?
In the grandeur of London, Gregory Spencer, the noble Duke of Sherbourne, carries a burden of regret. Distanced from Gillian during her time of need, his heart has remained tethered to the woman whose affection once lit up his world.
United by a shared love for literature and altruism, Gregory's unexpected reencounter with Gillian ignites a spark long thought extinguished. Yet, a longstanding family feud looms over their rekindling bond, casting a shadow upon their future.
Can Gregory navigate the labyrinth of their shared history to reforge a connection lost to time?
With Gillian's parents contemplating a strategic betrothal and Gregory ensnared in his mother's high-society machinations, the two of them stand at a crossroads. Torn between duty and love, they must unravel the intricate web of societal expectations and rediscover the essence of their bond.
Will their love prove strong enough against the family rivalry or will it collapse under society's pressure?
The Duke's Unspoken Vow
Charlotte Sinclair, while preparing to enter her first London Season, is eager to reunite with her childhood friend, Alex, after his return from the Americas. Yet, her parents have other plans for her, orchestrating a match with a suitor of their choosing. As Charlotte navigates the intricate dance of high society, she grapples with the conflicting demands of her own heart and the familial expectations forced upon her…
Will she find the courage to follow her true feelings, or will she be confined to a life chosen for her, forsaking the promise of love?
Alex Grantham, back from his American sojourn, carries a long-held secret—he has loved Charlotte for as long as he can remember. As societal pressures mount, Alex must confront his own hesitations and the attentions of an Irish beauty vying for his affections. With time slipping away, Alex faces a choice that could alter the course of their lives forever…
Will he summon the courage to confess his feelings to Charlotte, or will he let the constraints of society keep him from the woman he desires?
As Charlotte and Alex waltz through the nuanced complexities of their society, a sudden tragedy strikes Charlotte's family, casting a dark shadow over their blossoming connection. Together, they embark on a quest for truth, determined to unravel a web of secrets. Yet, as they seek answers, a mysterious figure in their social circle holds the key to the puzzle. Will their pursuit of justice strengthen their bond, or will it unveil a danger that threatens to tear them apart?
A Lady’s Christmas Waltz
Juliana Beaumont’s world is turned upside down when a scandalous encounter with her childhood nemesis, Nathaniel, thrusts her into an unexpected marriage with him. Forced to play the role of the perfect wife to salvage her reputation, Juliana deeply grapples with the nightmare of pretending affection for a man she's always detested. As if that wasn’t enough, the looming threat of a former suitor adds layers of intrigue to Juliana's struggle to reconcile duty with the unexpected stirrings of her heart.
Can she make the frostiness between them melt, revealing a deeper connection than either imagined?
Nathaniel Harwood, a dashing bachelor unprepared for matrimonial ties, reluctantly embraces the role of dutiful spouse to the spirited Juliana. Beneath the surface of their forced companionship lies a history of shared mischief and stolen glances, mingled with Nate's scars from a past heartbreak. As his façade crumbles, Nate is drawn to Juliana in ways he never anticipated. The dance of societal expectations, coupled with lingering doubts, propels Nate to confront his fears and unveil the emotions hidden beneath the surface.
Can he navigate the complexities of love amidst jealousy and societal gossip, or will he let the past dictate his future?
Together, Juliana and Nate embark on an eventful journey challenging the constraints placed upon them. As their hearts entwine amidst the grandeur of regency balls, moonlit gardens, and wintry escapades, they must confront their shared history. Can they defy convention, and admit that their marriage may be destined for more than mere duty? Or will societal gossip and former flames keep them trapped in a loveless charade?
A Duke's Christmas Secret
In a world where duty and love clash, Lady Eleanor Robinson, a spirited young woman with a passion for adventure and a heart aching for true love, stands on the precipice of an impossible choice. Her father's financial woes have forced her into the arms of the insufferable Lord Henry Briarhurst, a man she could never love and yet has to marry by Christmas Day. An unexpected twist of fate brings the disowned Duke of Windhaven into her life for the Christmas holidays, leaving her torn between duty and her heart’s secret yearning…
As the magic of Christmas draws near, will she discover a love worth fighting for or will she watch it slip through her fingers?
Nathaniel Margrave, the rightful Duke of Windhaven, returns to England with a heavy heart, seeking the inheritance that should have been his. Outcast by society and determined to reclaim what is owed, Nathaniel crosses paths with Lady Eleanor, an unexpected kindred spirit and the only thing that feels like Christmas magic. As he finds himself divided between the quest for his title and the irresistible pull of love, he is faced with a difficult decision.
Can he put his mission for vengeance aside for the promise of a love he never expected to find? Or will he walk away from it, leaving his heart forever torn?
As the holiday season unfurls, secrets unravel, and both Eleanor and Nathaniel must grapple with their desires and the truth about Nathaniel's stolen inheritance. Soon, they'll be faced with a heartbreaking decision that could forever separate them or bind them together in a love that defies all odds and becomes a Christmas miracle. Will their hearts find warmth in the cold of winter, or will their love be yet another casualty of the Christmas Season?
The Earl’s Mute Beauty
In a world where society's cruel judgment thrives, Evelyn Caldwell, a gifted but mute artist, has found solace in the peaceful countryside, far from the ton's relentless scrutiny. Yet, when she's summoned by a deafened and reclusive war veteran, her tranquil life takes an unexpected turn. Their first meeting is marked by an intense, magnetic attraction, but also marred by misunderstandings arising from their undisclosed disabilities.
Could this handsome gentleman change her destiny once and for all?
Colonel Jonathan Russell, once a gallant officer, now grapples with the haunting echoes of war, a deafness that has left him feeling isolated and adrift. When he commissions Evelyn to create a mural at his country estate, he's drawn not only to her artistic talent, but also to the enigmatic allure that surrounds her.
His initial frustrations and anger with his own disability slowly give space to hope, as he unexpectedly finds his dreamy muse in her.
Could her serene beauty put some color back into his silent life?
As their relationship blossoms, trouble looms on the horizon. Someone wants Jonathan for themselves, and they don't want Evelyn in the way. She is not part of the plan, but Jonathan is not prepared to let her go.
Will they be able to stay together through the problems thrown at them? Will Evelyn be pushed away permanently?
And who is prepared to go through these lengths at risk of exposure themselves?
Reshaping a Viscount's Heart
Lady Romilly's life takes an unexpected turn when her father inherits an earldom, thrusting her into a world of intricate social dynamics. Struggling to find her footing within the aristocracy, Romilly discovers a sense of belonging among a group of bluestocking women who share her passion for intellectual pursuits. Her desire for independence and purpose leads her to a fateful encounter with a viscount and author haunted by his own past…
Will she find what she is looking for as she becomes both his muse and his salvation?
Benedict, once a literary luminary, is trapped in the shadows of his personal tragedy. The arrival of Lady Romilly rekindles his creativity and awakens emotions he thought long lost. As they collaborate on a novel and grow closer, the lines between friendship and something deeper blur. Yet, the scars of Benedict's history and the watchful eyes of London's elite threaten to unravel their budding relationship…
Can he break free from the shadows of his past and allow himself to embrace the radiant light that Lady Romilly brings into his life?
In a world where class divides and societal expectations loom large, Romilly and Benedict's shared journey becomes a testament to the power of intellect, friendship, and love. As they grapple with their own vulnerabilities and navigate the challenges of a society that seeks to confine them, can they summon the courage to embrace their feelings and choose a future that defies convention or will their love be lost to eternity?
A Viscount to Save her Heart
Isabella Balfour's heart yearns for freedom, and yet her mother's relentless scheming thrusts her into a nightmarish betrothal with a man she despises. Trying to escape her unfortunate situation, Isabella seeks respite to a neighboring town, where she stumbles upon Edward and sparks immediately fly between them. Although she shares an unbreakable connection with him, their secret meetings and stolen glances are threatened by the impending scandal...
Will Isabella submit to her mother's plans or will she fight for the love she never sought?
Edward Spencer, Viscount of Birmingham, has been long burdened by his family's demands and all he yearns for now is a life beyond duty and expectations. While seeking refuge at his uncle's estate, he crosses paths with Isabella, a captivating and headstrong woman who challenges everything he thought he knew about love. Yet, danger lurks in the shadows and his newfound happiness is thwarted by schemes of arranged marriages and parental pressure.
Will he fight for his growing feelings or will he condemn himself to a life of unhappiness?
As Isabella and Edward navigate the treacherous waters of society's expectations and face unforeseen perils, they must decide whether their love is worth the price of defying their families. Will they bow to the pressure and separate forever, or will they take a stand and fight for the love they've so unexpectedly found?
The Scarred Duke’s Awakening Match
Lavinia Maynard, a spirited and independent young lady, finds herself thrust into an unexpected predicament. Five years ago, her world shattered when she became the target of a heartless prank orchestrated by the otherwise charismatic Laurence Gladstone. Now, her family's dire financial circumstances dictate that she must wed the very man who once humiliated her. Trapped in a web of familial obligations, Lavinia is torn between duty and her own desires.
Will she surrender to her role as a pawn, or will she summon the courage to forge her own path and claim the happiness she longs for?
Laurence Gladstone, the brooding Duke of Rosenbury, never envisioned inheriting his father's title, burdened as he is by the scars of a tragic past. Shunning society and retreating into seclusion, he sees marriage to Lavinia as a mere means to an end. However, as their paths intertwine, Laurence discovers a glimmer of hope and possibility in Lavinia's presence. With each passing moment, he yearns more and more for a life that transcends duty and isolation.
Can Lavinia's spirited nature reawaken Laurence's wounded heart, guiding him towards a future filled with love and redemption?
Together, Lavinia and Laurence embark on an unconventional journey, with their unique connection gradually overcoming the shadows of the past. Yet, as they strive to build a life together, a relentless doubt gnaws at Lavinia's heart. Will she be able to let go of her painful history and accept Laurence for the man he has become? Or will an unforeseen twist of fate threaten to doom their blossoming love?
Falling for the Duke's Daughter
Adeline Dudley, daughter of a Duke, strives for independence from her smothering parents and the restrictions of London society. When she meets the charismatic Alexander, However, her courtship with the self-centred Earl of Leicester stands in the way of a potential romance with the man who has charmed her.
Will she dare to rebel against her duty and fight for what her heart wants?
Alexander Greene, Viscount of Salisbury, is no stranger to hardships. He might have vowed to restore his family's honour and succeeded, but it all comes at a cost. The moment he meets Adeline, he is instantly captivated by her mesmerising beauty, but he is convinced that his family's reputation threatens his chances of being with her. At the same time, he is just too honourable to pursue her knowing she is courting another man…
Can he take a leap of faith and claim the only woman who makes his heart skip a beat?
Adeline and Alexander have to face a painful dilemma… They must choose between society's rules and everlasting love. Will their blossoming connection be strong enough to overcome the lies and manipulations of those who wish to keep them apart? Or will they be forced to abandon the prospect of a happily ever after?
Unlocking a Beastly Duke's Heart
Lady Arabella Hodgkinson has never been one to judge people by appearances. Therefore, meeting the heavily scarred Duke of East Anglia at a masked ball, leaves her totally undeterred, and yet somehow intrigued. Her tender heart flutters like never before when she receives an invitation to the Duke's estate, which she decides to accept, despite the discouraging warnings from her family...
And so, her journey to discover the man behind the mask begins...
Alexander Meadows, the brooding Duke of East Anglia, has been living in a self-imposed exile since a fire killed his parents and disfigured his face. Even though his heart is made of gold, he believes that his presence is not fit for the world outside. After losing all hope of ever finding true joy, he is suddenly invigorated by the captivating Arabella, who ignites a profound spark within him.
Could she be the salvation he has been looking for?
As Arabella and Alexander start spending more time together, their attraction grows, but so do the worrying incidents around them. With someone clearly determined to make sure they do not end up together, their newfound emotions are put to a test. Is this going to bring them closer in a time of danger? Or will this drive Arabella away and leave Alexander dwelling in his bitter loneliness for eternity?
The Earl's Bookish Bride
Marianne Hastings is a devoted daughter, dutifully caring for her ailing father over the last several years. As she reluctantly prepares for the London Season to please her father, she highly doubts she could find a suitable match in the pretentious rituals of the ton. When her father collapses at the opera one night though, a handsome young stranger will offer his assistance and unintentionally capture her heart...
Will she be able to get past her prejudice and take the leap to real love?
Philip Ramsay, the Earl of Berkeley, has been warned against marrying for love. After making a promise to his father on his deathbed, he is determined to find a suitable match and thus starts courting a fitting lady. When he meets Marianne though, he finds himself surprisingly stricken with her wit, kindness and unique beauty...
Will he be able to overlook his father's dying wish and trust his own heart?
As they start falling in love, and their paths begin to entwine more than either of them expected, Marianne and Philip must confront society and disheartening family expectations. With Philip's scheming intended sabotaging them as well, will they be able to stay true to their love or will they be forced into loveless marriages of convenience?
A Lord's Unspoken Promise
Miss Violet Steele is a bookish wallflower, determined to defy societal expectations and become a writer. She therefore looks forward to a life of contented spinsterhood... until her childhood friend asks for her hand in marriage. Desperate to avoid this dreadful future, Violet agrees to a last season in London with the hopes of publishing her novel. That is when fate intervenes in the form of the mysterious Marquess of Blackburn, who intrigues her as much as he infuriates her.
Will she allow herself to open up her heart and eventually believe in true love?
As the sole heir to a duchy, Rhys Huxley has spent a lifetime eschewing his duty. When his estranged father's health begins to fail though, Rhys needs to respect his last wish about securing their succession. Determined to not let this define his future, Rhys devises a scheme to fake a betrothal. Searching high and low for a woman to fit the bill, he crosses paths with Violet, a familiar bluestocking, who is not only everything he is looking for, but even more than he could ever imagine.
As absurd as it seems to him, he may have actually found the one who truly talks to his soul...
When their arrangement takes on a life of its own, Violet and Rhys must reconsider everything they know about love and duty. As the lines of their deception and their real feelings begin to blur, will their growing affection turn into a true love? Or will internal battles and threatening forces overpower their newly formed bond?
The Duke's Dear Poet
When Lady Abigail Clark was left at the altar, she ran away to North Wales to heal her wounds by her grandma’s side and do the only thing that makes her happy; read and write poetry. Despite her efforts to stay away from the humiliation, her father summons her home two years later to make a new match with Nigel Cornworthy, a man she has absolutely no interest in. Her luck is about to change when she shares a dance with a charming Duke, who will make her heart skip a beat.
Will Abigail dare to open her heart again? Will she manage to escape the dreary future her father has in stock for her and choose her own path in life?
After his father passed away, Hamish Gilbert finds himself saddled with the title of Duke, feeling trapped in an undesirable transition. However, when he meets Abigail, he feels like a whole new brighter world opens up ahead. Nevertheless, with his mother insisting he marries the daughter of her old friend, will Hamish allow his secret feelings to determine his future?
Two soulmates full of hope who are in danger of mourning their dreams…
Though Abigail and Hamish instantly feel a strong connection between them, their social statuses and family expectations may prove too difficult to overcome. Even if they choose to follow their own paths, they still have to decide if they can trust their love enough to take that risk. Will Abigail and Hamish be able to leave their fears of being hurt behind and find true love? Or will they realise that despite their efforts, the threats around this relationship are too many to defeat?
An Earl's Valentine Story
Anna Stuart is a bookish and eccentric lady, who has given up hope of ever finding a proper suitor. With her brother and aunt laying the blame on her shoulders, Anna believes that there's something wrong with her. However, when fate brings along Maximilian Montagu, an older but charming duke, she wonders if there is still hope for her...
Could Anna find a way to the Duke's heart despite all their differences, age included?
Maximilian Montagu, Duke of Manchester and distinguished scholar, has become a recluse after his late wife's passing. While he has already built a wall of thorns around his heart, his encounter with Anna will make him yearn for love again. However, there are things he cannot get past; their age difference and Anna's aunt and guardian who would condemn this romance. Will he fight for Anna, or will he compromise with being condemned to everlasting misery?
Two soulmates desperate to escape an ill fate others chose for them...
With each passing day, Anna and Maximilian feel inexplicably drawn to each other. However, internal doubts and threatening figures risk shattering everything they have dreamt of. Will Anna and Maximilian's unique connection be strong enough to fight everyone against them? Will they manage to save their dreams before everything turns to ashes?
A Viscount's Love Bet
Miss Bianca Haddington knows she only has this one chance to find someone she can love. With her heart full of hope and courage, she sets out on her journey to the bright lights of London, determined to find a man who will cherish her for who she truly is. When she meets Hugh Mowatt, a charming Viscount, it feels like fate has finally smiled on her...
Will Hugh be the one to capture Bianca's heart and make her dreams come true before her Season comes to an end?
Viscount Hugh Mowatt has given up on love after the woman he once cared for abandoned him for a more prestigious man. However, when he meets Bianca, the walls around his heart start to crumble. Little did he know that his best friend would also want to claim a future with Bianca. Will Hugh find the courage to risk his feelings again and find the happiness he deserves?
A wounded soul and a woman who can brighten his world...
It will not take a lot for Hugh and Bianca to realise how much their affection for each other is turning into a great love. That is until Bianca finds out that Hugh had made a bet with his friend on who will win her hand. Will Bianca be able to forgive Hugh, or will all of the trust between them be irreversibly lost, with the past being a barrier to their future together?
The Duke's Secret Letter
Anna Stuart is a bookish and eccentric lady, who has given up hope of ever finding a proper suitor. With her brother and aunt laying the blame on her shoulders, Anna believes that there's something wrong with her. However, when fate brings along Maximilian Montagu, an older but charming duke, she wonders if there is still hope for her...
Could Anna find a way to the Duke's heart despite all their differences, age included?
Maximilian Montagu, Duke of Manchester and distinguished scholar, has become a recluse after his late wife's passing. While he has already built a wall of thorns around his heart, his encounter with Anna will make him yearn for love again. However, there are things he cannot get past; their age difference and Anna's aunt and guardian who would condemn this romance. Will he fight for Anna, or will he compromise with being condemned to everlasting misery?
Two soulmates desperate to escape an ill fate others chose for them...
With each passing day, Anna and Maximilian feel inexplicably drawn to each other. However, internal doubts and threatening figures risk shattering everything they have dreamt of. Will Anna and Maximilian's unique connection be strong enough to fight everyone against them? Will they manage to save their dreams before everything turns to ashes?
A Nursemaid's Fairytale Begins
When her mother passes away, Arabella Reid is left penniless and sorrowful. Luckily for her, she is hired as a nursemaid for a widowed baron's daughter. A mysterious twist of fate comes to shake her life to its core, when Arabella finds herself in love with her brooding and distant employer, Lord Harteford. However, she is perfectly aware that her love must remain unspoken...
Will Arabella listen to her late mother's warnings of never trusting a nobleman? Or will she follow her heart despite knowing that a nursemaid and a baron could never have a future together?
Lord Charles Harteford is nursing his own broken heart following his beloved wife's death, even though she had left him for another man shortly before her passing. Following this pain and betrayal, he has remained true to his vow to never love again, until he meets Arabella... How long will it be before he realises his mind is no longer occupied by the memory of his late wife, but is instead filled with tender thoughts of Arabella?
Will Charles manage to resist the kind nursemaid's mesmerising gaze?
It does not take long for Arabella and Charles to admit their growing and overpowering feelings for each other. There is one problem though; Charles' mother will not tolerate their union and tries to avoid a scandal at all costs... Will Arabella and Charles overcome not only their inner fears, but also the threatening obstacles around them? Or will they cave in to society's restrictions, even though a life without each other will be unbearable?
A Waltz with the Kind Marquess
Arabella Dandridge's heart has always been torn between living the life her parents wish for her and finding adventure beyond the borders of England. When a much older man puts a claim on her, she will do whatever it takes to avoid a union with him; even enlisting a handsome Marquess to pretend they have an interest in each other. Little did she know that she would soon stop pretending, as she truly falls for the charming stranger.
How will Arabella react though, when a woman claiming to be the Marquess' fiancée appears in her life? Could a chance at happiness still be on the cards for her?
Francis Thorpe, the Marquess of Pembroke, returns to his childhood home despite the painful memories it holds. His life takes an exciting turn when he crosses paths with Arabella and agrees to help her with her plan. Besides, he would also benefit from this scheme, as he desperately wants to avoid the woman his grandfather insists he marry. What he did not anticipate was that Arabella would turn out to be the woman he wants to spend the rest of his life with...
Two souls struggling to escape a gloomy future and embrace the light of their newfound love...
Despite love never being part of the plan, Arabella and Francis cannot imagine a future without each other. However, they have to deal with people who would rather tear them apart and do everything in their power to throw them into misery. Will Francis and Arabella succumb to external pressures and give up on their love? Or will they manage to navigate all the hardships standing in the way of their blissful destiny?
Loving the Wrong Viscount
Hannah Grey is a hardworking lady's maid, resigned to her lot in life. Determined to not let her family down, Hannah endures countless insults by her spoiled young mistress. However, her whole world is turned upside down when she meets the handsome and surprisingly kind Viscount Sternford. From that moment on, her feelings for him become stronger and stronger, even though she knows that a romance between them could never blossom...
With her aunt's warnings about never trusting a nobleman, could Hannah's guarded heart ever dare to love a man above her station?
Luke Sterling, Viscount Sternford, is a man in a quandary. His beloved father's health is fading, and as the only son and heir, he needs to marry and secure the family. However, a harsh betrayal makes Luke unwilling to trust again, and certainly not to fall in love. That all changes when he meets the intelligent and outspoken Hannah, who awakens his heart. In the unforgiving world of Society though, love is unimportant next to the demands of family duty...
If only Luke gave love another chance and treated the deep scars of his soul with the kind-hearted maid...
There will soon come a time that neither Hannah or Luke will be able to deny their feelings or stop dreaming about a common future. However, someone has other plans for them, setting up an evil scheme to tear them apart once and for all. Will Luke dare to stand up to Society, where one's social status can easily turn into an eternal prison? Will the two of them defy each and everyone turning against them and follow their hearts?
Where a Maid's Dreams Begin
Sarah Payne is an uneducated but intelligent maid who craves learning more than anything. Luck smiles on her when her kind employer and secret crush, James Thynne, promises to teach her to read and write. Before long, Sarah is caught up in an emotional whirlwind after realising she is hopelessly in love with a man she could never have. She knows very well that marrying a nobleman will remain a pipe dream...
Is there any chance that Sarah could be with the only man that has ever made her feel special? Or will social rules and expectations eventually let her heart down?
Lord James, the Viscount of Frome, is an honourable and good-hearted young man, loved by all his servants and people in the village. Ever since he took the youthful and pretty Sarah under his wing, he finds himself drawn to her remarkable intelligence and kindness. Yes, he knows that he has to hold himself back if he wants to protect himself from a scandal, but could he sacrifice his happiness on the altar of Society and ignore his strong feelings?
Only a miracle could bring those two souls together...
It doesn't take long for Sarah and James to realise that they cannot bury their mutual growing feelings. The distance between them becomes bigger though when Jame's tyrannical father dismisses Sarah and her family and forces James into a loveless betrothal... Will Sarah and James overcome each and every obstacle to embrace a life together? Or will they allow the actions of others to keep them apart forever?
Mismatched with an Arrogant Duke
Miss Isobel Matthews is an independent young woman with strong dreams- none of which include a husband. Her parents have a different opinion though, as they want to see their daughter settled despite Isobel's dream of dedicating her life to writing...To her dismay, her father forces her to marry a newly appointed and cold Duke, making her lose any hope of the life she has always wished for...
Will Isobel find the courage to defy her father and stand up for her dreams? Could there be a hidden good side to the arrogant Duke?
Thrust into the life of a nobleman, Duncan Burton, Duke of Burshire, tries to navigate the strict social rules of the ton. Caught in a desperate situation, he surmises that the quickest way to save the duchy is to marry a wealthy, young heiress. Little did he know that this heiress would be the most untamed spirit he has ever known, and he would soon desperately fall in love with her...
Two souls embarking on a common adventure that will irreversibly change the course of their lives...
It won't take long for Isobel and Duncan to realise that they are meant to be together. There is just one problem; a woman from Duncan's past will come back to his life determined to destroy their union. Will Duncan and Isobel overcome their inner fears and the obstacles between them and pave the way to the brighter future they both deserve? Or will the chance at a happy ending slip through their fingers?
The Earl and the Chef's Daughter
Alice Baker, daughter of a humble chef, returns to England after a decade to find out that Henry Ravenhill, her childhood friend, has now become a kind and handsome Earl. However, she knows that despite the close relationship they once shared, she could never dream of a life with an aristocrat. All her good intentions to avoid him will be thrown out of the window when Alice suddenly becomes the darling of the ton and constantly runs into Henry…
Could Alice ever have a chance at love with the man haunting her dreams? Or is she doomed to pine after the impossible?
Henry cannot believe his eyes when he encounters the beautiful Alice after so many years. Even though at first, friendship is the only thing he asks for, he will soon realise that his heart demands an eternity with Alice… Yet, not only does he know this love is forbidden, but his parents also insist on marrying a woman he has no interest in. Will Henry give up on the only person that could make him happy to please his parents and keep his birthright?
The painful dilemma of choosing between duty or true love...
It doesn't take long for Alice and Henry to discover that their childhood feelings have blossomed into tender love. However, society’s expectations along with an obsessed gentleman and a possessive woman, are only some of the challenges Alice and Henry will have to face. Will Henry find the courage to walk away from his privileged life to be with the woman he truly loves? Will the two of them find their way to each other when the odds are stacked against them?
A Duchess in Distress
Lady Octavia Lambert has a crucial problem; she is on her third season and yet to find a suitor. As her father wants to save her from a life of spinsterhood, he makes the decision to betroth her to the repulsive and much older Duke of Gillingham. What Octavia would never expect is that when she steps in the Duke’s manor, she would find love in the eyes of Patrick Tremont, son of her new husband.
Will Octavia find the way to escape a miserable life and let the light of a new, warm love brighten up her future?
Patrick Tremont-Ramsbury, Marquess of Westcastle, has never forgiven his father for remarrying so soon after his mother's death. Now that his father has remarried for the third time, he is determined to dislike the new Duchess of Gillingham. Little did he know that when he meets the sweet and caring young woman, he will find himself smitten with her presence. Will Patrick ever dare to dream of a life with Octavia? Will he find the courage to confront his father for the sake of love?
Two souls that want more than anything to make their two worlds one despite meeting under the most unorthodox circumstances…
As time passes, Octavia and Patrick find solace in each other and realise nothing could make them happier than being together. However, they both know that they will have to make sacrifices to keep their love alive. To make things even more complicated, Octavia needs to unveil the true face of a deceptive figure residing in the manor… Can Octavia and Patrick find their happily-ever-after in the midst of all this chaos? Or will they realise that that their love will cause more hurt than it's worth?
The Most Unpredicted Match
Tabitha Beauchamp's life takes an unexpected turn when her older sister elopes with an officer, leaving behind a heartbroken groom and a looming scandal. Despite being young and unprepared for married life, Tabitha agrees to marry Jonathan for their families' sake. Little did she know her bond with Jonathan would grow and she would soon find herself falling helplessly in love with him…
What will happen when her sister returns and threatens to undo everything?
Jonathan Cromwell sinks into despair when the woman he loves betrays him and runs off with another man. Marrying Cecilia's younger sister is no consolation, but the fear of a scandal is enough for him to make Tabitha his wife. When he notices his wife's unhappiness, he vows to do better by her, leading him to see her in a completely new light. However, when his first love re-enters his life, Jonathan finds himself torn between the woman he once loved and the one who has illuminated his heart and existence in a profound way…
Will he throw away everything he has built with Tabitha for a love that has expired, or will he finally devote his entire heart to a deserving woman?
Jonathan and Tabitha have to adjust to a life that neither of them expected. Tabitha still fears that he will never truly love her, and Jonathan carries guilt for taking away her freedom. These hurdles are intensified when Tabitha’s sister interferes in their marriage, making it harder to put the painful past behind them and move on towards a fulfilling future. Will Jonathan realise Tabitha is the face of true love and abandon the remains of a false one? Will their lives forever be tainted by how their relationship began, or can they finally look ahead and claim their own happily ever after?
The Lady Who Ran Away
Lady Sarah Hall has always been a bit of a dreamer, feeling stifled by her parents and her boring life in the country. When Sarah’s closest friend inherits the Duchy of Lauder, Sarah wants nothing more than to go with her to London and enjoy the high life. Little did she know that her parents would never trust the newly minted duchess to take responsibility for their only daughter, leaving Sarah with no choice but to run away…
What will happen when her heart skips a bear after meeting Brandon, the most charming man she could dream of, on her way to London?
Brandon Smith, Duke of Howard’s new butler, has been cruelly hit by fate and left almost alone in life, after an epidemic took away his family. When Brandon meets Sarah though, his heart will overflow with hope and special emotions that he has never felt before. However, he soon realises that he is not the only one captured by Sarah’s beauty and that he will have to move heaven and earth to claim her pure heart.
Two gentle souls caught in an emotional whirlwind…
Not long after, there will come a time that neither Sarah, nor Brandon, will be able to deny their powerful connection. However, not only Sarah’s parents, but also a wicked man, will trap them into an endless turmoil. Will Sarah and Brandon’s love prove strong enough to save them when they find themselves venturing in deep and dark waters? Will they be able to continue the love journey that has brightened up their lives, or will it come to an end once and for all?
Colouring a Nobleman's Heart
Bridget Lockhart is a kind soul with a true talent in painting. When she meets Lord Pembroke at an art competition, she feels insulted and irritated by his comments. However, a magical dance with him will be enough to change her mind. It won’t be long though until things take a turn for the worst when she discovers a betrayal that leaves her heartbroken…
Will Bridget's newfound love have a chance to blossom despite the endless challenges?
Charles Campbell IV, is an honourable nobleman who is still grieving the loss of his beloved father. When his feelings for Bridget start to grow, his failure to reveal his true identity places him in an unexpected predicament that drives her away. Can Charles win Bridget's trust back, or will he have to live with the knowledge that he lost the only woman he has ever truly loved?
Two guarded hearts caught in an emotional whirlwind…
Despite getting off to a bad start, Bridget and Charles share a chemistry that draws them together each passing day. However, Charles' secret and Bridget's twin sister’s wicked scheme threaten to damage the only love that could bring sunshine in their lives. Will Bridget and Charles fight the obstacles that pull them apart? Or will they lose every chance at a happily ever after together?
Smitten with the Charming Baron
Ever since her beloved mother passed away, Licia Stewart has been forced by her father to step in as the homemaker and act as a mother to her siblings. Regardless of how desperately she longs to live as a young woman of society and find her match, it seems that she will never have such freedom. Everything changes when Licia convinces her father and attends a ball. There, she will run into Clive Manners, a man who will charm his way into her life…
Will Licia find the strength to stand up to her father and fight for her feelings? Or will she be doomed to an endlessly miserable life?
Lord Clive Manners, Baron of Sutton, has never been impressed by the young women who flaunt themselves before him. However, Licia is different, and will instantly ignite his interest with her kindness and beauty. To his dismay, the only way to find happiness by Licia’s side, is to first help her escape a prison created by her own father. Will Clive free Licia, and help her choose the path of her own life?
If only Licia's father was the only obstacle between them...
When Clive and Licia find each other, they know they are meant to be together. However, Licia’s father makes it clear that he will never allow her dream to come true. To make matters worse, an evil woman who has set eyes on Clive, is determined to tear them apart forever. Could the two of them survive the whirlwind, or will it all prove to be too much for love to endure?
My Dearest Lieutenant Colonel
Lady Elspeth Finch-Hatton is a free spirit that could not care less about titles, birthrights and wealth. Even though she is soon to marry the Earl of Launceston, she knows that her heart will never beat for him, as it's a marriage her mother has arranged by force. The only man who could possibly make her happy, was Lord Bryce Rowe, who left for the war six years ago, taking with him Elspeth's every hope for love and happiness...
When her lost love returns at the most unexpected time, will Elspeth find the courage to fight for what her heart desires?
Bryce has returned from war to find that the love of his life is to marry his wealthy cousin, despite her promise that she will be waiting for him. With his whole world collapsing, he tries to pull himself together. However, when he encounters Elspeth again, memories resurface and his heart starts to beat in the most uncontrollable rhythm for one more time. However, claiming her love will be an uphill struggle, as he will have to go against the Ton and her family.
Will Bryce be brave enough to open his heart again and pursue the only woman he has ever loved?
Elspeth and Bryce might have spent the last six years apart, but the affection between them never faded; if anything, their love for each other is growing stronger with each passing day. However, Elspeth's conniving betrothed will not tolerate this union, leading to an ugly confrontation. Could Elspeth and Bryce build bridges between them and compensate for the years they lost? Will they dare to go against society and write their own fairytale?
Wooing Lady Repington
Lady Catherine Repington falls into despair when Captain, her beloved dog, grows ill seemingly overnight. Unwilling to accept the diagnosis of Captain’s fatal illness, she begs her father to find some specialist to cure him. When a handsome veterinarian walks through her door, Catherine will be taken aback by his kindness and passion for animals. From that moment on, the young lady will be losing her heart to him, while he works to restore Captain to health…
Will Catherine find the courage to confess her growing feelings to the most charming and compassionate man she has ever met?
Staying with Catherine’s family was exactly the kind of life change that Hugh Scriven needed.. What he didn't expect was that Catherine Repington would be the woman who would manage to fill the void in his heart… However, after finding himself unable to cure Captain despite his best efforts, he is convinced that he will only bring sorrow to the enchanting lady. Will the charming veterinarian manage to heal Captain and find the way to Catherine’s heart?
If only their blossoming romance wasn’t about to go through a threatening storm...
While Hugh and Catherine are plagued with challenge after challenge, they are not discouraged from dreaming of a life by each other’s side. When Hugh realises that behind Captain’s incurable illness might be something completely else, he will do whatever it takes to solve this unexpected mystery. Will Hugh and Catherine’s love survive amidst the endless troubles? Or will they be doomed to a miserable life that neither of them desire?
The Nursemaid and the Stoic Duke
Anna Carter travels to Worksop to take up her new position as a nursemaid in the estate of the Duke of Newcastle. While the caring nursemaid is focusing on her role by teaching the Duke’s sister how to look after her infant, she is still dreaming of marrying a good man and having a household of her own. With the passing of time, her heart will start beating for the charming Duke, and she will realise that this encounter will prove to be the most fateful one in her life...
Could Anna dare to fall for someone she knows she could never have?
Matthew, Duke of Newcastle, is a stoic, scholarly man, who has set aside all of his dreams to bow to his duty. Prior to the loss of his brother-in-law and best friend, he was courting Lady Clara Whitman, but his family tragedy led him to an emotional withdrawal. Everything changes though as the enchanting nursemaid brings light not only in his shadowy estate, but also his broken heart... Will the kind hearted Duke find the loving wife he has always wanted and lead a fulfilling happy life or will the heartache continue?
Needless to say that giving up on your dreams for the sake of duty threatens to throw you into a deep sorrow…
Anna and Mathew soon find their hearts entrapped by the presence of each other. However, the combination of Lady Clara’s jealousy and society’s rules will jeopardize every chance at happiness they could possibly have. Will the two of them manage to go against the norms and defend what their hearts desire? Or will duty and manipulation make their love feel like an elusive dream?
When a Lady Says I Do
Lady Grace Rutlege might not hold a classic beauty, but she is uniquely attractive in an unassuming manner. Nevertheless, she has little hope of finding true love, as it seems that no one truly appreciates her golden heart and boundless intelligence. Fate smiles on her though when she meets a dashing lord, whose presence will give her butterflies. Little did she know that her own sister would be jealous of her sweet romance...
Will the imperfectly perfect Lady capture the charming Lord’s heart?
Lord Lovell Trenowden is a man who cares deeply for his family. When their lives are falling apart along with their estate, Lovell accepts that he has no choice but to marry for money. Luckily for him, Lady Grace not only has wealth, but also the most beautiful soul from all women he has ever met. When she accepts his marriage proposal, he feels he is the luckiest man in the world. However, what Lovell hasn’t confessed to Grace, is that finding a wealthy wife was his only option...
Will Lord Lovell manage to both save his family estate and marry the woman of his dreams?
The more time they spend together, the more Lovell and Grace's romance blossoms into something neither was expecting. Everything crashes down though the moment Grace’s spiteful sister tells her that Lovell was on the hunt for a wife to merely secure a fortune. When Grace calls off the engagement, will Lovell manage to convince her that she is the love of his life? In the end, will Grace and Lovell follow the truth of their hearts, defying anything that comes between them?
An Earl's Eternal Destiny
Following an unfortunate event that compromised her reputation, Sarah Kingston was forced to retreat to a small seaside town. When Henry Stewart, the Earl of Lakefield and the man she once loved, comes back to her life, Sarah struggles to deal with what is in her heart. Even though she feels the spark still burning for him, she knows better than anyone that nothing could change the past. Will Sarah find the strength to go against the odds and change her ill fate?
A broken heart and a righteous Earl...
After Sarah ran away from him two years ago, Henry decided to live in solitude, until the day he crossed paths with her again. From that moment on, he cannot stop daydreaming about his old love, but his deep scars do not let him trust her again that easily. To make matters worse, he knows that a relationship with her would tarnish his status forever. Will Henry be strong enough to turn away from the only woman he has ever loved? Or will he risk it all and give love a second chance?
A love that could never be buried...
As Sarah and Henry’s fate brings them together again and again, they will not only have to face their repressed feelings, but also their past that keeps emerging and reminding them of what they could be. As if this was not enough, a heartless rake will threaten to tear them apart once again. Will Henry save Sarah from the man who scarred her life with his capricious whims? Will the two soulmates defy everyone opposing their love?
Confessions of Lady Tabitha
Lady Tabitha Browning dreams of meeting her one true love and having a blissful married life. When she meets Leo Whittier, the Marquess of Bazeley, she is flattered by his attention and charm, until she discovers the dark side of him... Tabitha feels devastated when her father announces that she is to marry this cold-hearted man no matter what. With desperation haunting her every step, Tabitha turns to Jeremy Gibbs, her father's steward, who will soon steal her heart…
Will Tabitha dare to defy high society’s rules for her one true love?
Jeremy Gibbs knows very well that no good can come from loving a duke's daughter, but the heart plays painful games… When he finds out about Tabitha's engagement, his heart breaks into pieces. However, after discovering that the Marquess is a scoundrel, he doesn’t hesitate to put his job and reputation on the line to rescue her. With time running out, will Jeremy find a way to escape from a hopeless impasse?
If only fighting for a forbidden love was not a road full of dangerous thorns...
Despite the terrible circumstances, Jeremy and Tabitha savour the precious time they spend together. Still, class differences and a threatening antagonist are just some of the hurdles Jeremy and Tabitha must overcome in order to unite their two separate worlds. Will Jeremy and Tabitha fight the odds and prove that love conquers all? Or will the cruel fate of reality tear them apart forever?
For the Love of an Untamed Soul
Miss Samantha Morton is a rebellious soul who has always been determined to prove her worth to her father. However, when all of a sudden a distant cousin makes a legal claim on their business and family estate, Samantha finds herself forced to marry and produce a male heir. Fiercely clinging on to her independence, the young woman comes up with a plan to buy the property from her father herself. Everything will change though when an enchanting gentleman sets his foot in her orchard and charms his way into her life. Will Samantha manage to prevent her father from finding her an unwanted match? Could the handsome stranger be the missing piece of her happiness?
Lord Thomas Sedgewick, Earl of Malumthorpe, was not prepared to inherit the neighbouring Sedgewick estate at such a young age. Upon his return from London, he discovers that a mismanagement of the family estate has cost them some of the apple orchards where he used to play as a boy. Without delay, Thomas decides to regain what his family has lost. Little did he know that the orchard he wants back now belongs to the woman that will soon steal his heart. Will Thomas manage to compensate for his family's past mistakes? When Thomas' original intentions are exposed, what sacrifices will he be prepared to make in order to avoid losing Samantha once and for all?
Thomas and Samantha cannot deny their growing feelings for each other. However, Samantha is neither titled, nor rich, making it unacceptable for Thomas to marry a woman of her status. To make matters worse, a former beau of Lord Thomas, is brought back into the picture, determined to tear them apart forever. Could Samantha and Thomas turn their worlds into one despite the odds stacked against them? In the end, will true love prevail over duty and conventions, or will it not survive their threatening storm?
Tutoring a Lady's Heart
Kittie Montague, the younger sister of Earl of Courtshire, wants nothing more in life than a chance to learn and get lost in the endless world of knowledge. Much to her brother's dismay, she knows that she is different from other ladies and is therefore utterly bored of high society and her duties. When a new tutor comes to teach her little brother. Kittie will grab this opportunity to learn all the subjects she has always craved in secret. What she didn't expect though, is that among others, she would also learn what true love is. In a whirlwind of intellect, excitement, and even romance, will Kittie choose the path of her own life? Could the charming tutor be her ultimate destiny, even though they come from entirely different social standings?
Gabriel Whitman is an intelligent tutor, who has devoted his life to providing for his mother and sister, following his father's irreparable loss. After finding employment as a tutor for a well-to-do family, he feels grateful for the opportunity and decides to not let anything stand in his way. However, he soon realises that his heart is playing strange games, as he finds his entire existence entrapped by his student's sister and her divine presence. Even though the risks are great for his reputation, his career, and even his family, he cannot stop daydreaming about the fascinating young woman and her hauntingly beautiful hazel eyes. Will Gabriel find the courage to claim Kittie's heart? Or will he bow down to the Earl's disapprovement, too afraid to jeopardize his achievements for the sake of true love?
The more time Gabriel and Kittie are spending together, the more their unexpected love will confuse them and turn their lives upside down. To make matters worse, when the Earl finds out that his sister is not only learning things she shouldn't, but has also fallen in love with the tutor, he decides to marry her off at the earliest opportunity. Could a miracle change the Earl's unfair decision and soothe his cold heart? In the end, will Gabriel and Kittie manage to survive the storm and overrule their doomed fates?
Falling for the Stableboy
Lady Rose Gale, an adventurous and free soul, is destined to marry the commoner Mr Jerome Thorne, her father's detestable associate. Opposed to a betrothal that looks more like a business arrangement, Lady Rose is desperately searching for other alternatives on the horizon. To her surprise, this horizon will unexpectedly brighten the day she meets their new stableboy who will soon make her heart skip a beat. When she concocts a plan that could keep her away from her arrogant intended, Rose is convinced that their handsome employee is the right person to help her in this undertaking. Will Rose convince the handsome stableboy to be part of her liberating plan? Most importantly, what is she willing to sacrifice when she inevitably realises that she is completely in love with him?
Following a devastating incident that left him alone and sorrowful, Ed Young joins the Gale household as the new horse groom. He gradually starts enjoying his new job, but the element that will help him reclaim the spark for life is still missing. This is only until he meets his employer's daughter, whose presence will start warming his broken heart. However, when he is asked by her to be part of a risky proposition, Ed will find himself in a profound dilemma. To make matters more complicated, Rose will soon have an ace up her sleeve that will leave Ed with no choice but to agree, despite his original skepticism. Will Ed manage to help Rose escape a doomed fate? With Rose invading his dreams and occupying his every thought, will he find the courage to admit his feelings?
Despite their own protestations and society's expectations, a sweet romance will start flourishing between Ed and Rose with each passing day. However, Ed has a deep and dark secret, and he fears that if Rose discovers it, he may lose both his new life and his new love forever. Could Ed and Rose be the answer to each other's painful problems? Or will obstacles such as past secrets, duty and social norms keep them from following their hearts?
A Love Portrait for the Silent Duke
Following the sudden death of her beloved father, the spirited and kind Lady Selina Langley finds herself impoverished and homeless. In desperate need of an income for both her and her sister, Selina has no choice but to put her pride aside and seek employment. Luckily, she will be able to make her way in life by painting portraits for a tormented gentleman, who will draw her attention at their very first encounter. However, deep inside she knows that a match with a man of his stand and a fallen woman like her will always remain a foolish dream. With her unique talent and kindness, will Selina find the way to steal the charming nobleman's heart? In the end, will she put her struggling past behind and find true love and happiness despite the odds?
When Lord Graham Hancock, the brave and gallant Duke of Westcott, returns injured from the war, he withdraws to his own world, struggling to adjust back into society. To make matters worse, his fiancée breaks off their engagement, as she is embarrassed by his presence. She refuses to be associated with someone who lost the ability to speak, and prefers to stay aside from the crippling nightmares he now endures. Soon, everything will change for the lonely Duke, when he meets the mesmerising woman, who is hired for his portrait and is about to replace what haunts his dreams. As he spends more time with her, she gives him the hope that life is far from over for him and he realises that she is the only person who can brighten even his gloomiest days. Will the silent Duke find a way to declare his genuine love to Selina? Or will he suppress his feelings out of fear and condemn himself into an eternal misery?
Selina and Graham's hearts start to heal when they discover that they have found everything they were looking for in each others' eyes. Everything crashes down though, when Graham's mother banishes Selina from the house and convinces his ex-fianceé to return and ask for his forgiveness. Will Graham find the heartbroken Selina and make the right decision at the most critical moment of his life by convincing her that she is the true love of his life? While external forces are threatening to steal their chance at happiness forever, will the two of them fight for their feelings and choose the path of their own life?
Forever Yours, My Lady
Lady Ivy Alcott is a hopelessly romantic soul, longing for her fairytale love. However, when she is thrown into an unwanted betrothal, she feels terrified of never being able to fulfil her secret dreams. Everything is about to change though when she decides to take her chances and place a letter in the notch of a tree in hopes of someone finding it one day. Fortune smiles on her, when a mysterious person replies in writing, making her heart skip a beat. Not only that, but when she unexpectedly runs into him, it feels like a chance at true love may finally be within reach. There is only one problem though; the charming gentleman would never be approved by her family due to his lower social class. Will Ivy dare to confront her own family for the sake of her powerful feelings?
Birch Caldwell is a well-educated young man, whose life has taken a very tragic turn. Working as a talented shoemaker that struggles to get by in life, he hopes that one day his fate will eventually change. When he finds a letter hidden in the opening of a tree, he realises that this just might be the gateway to what has been missing in his life; true love. When he finally meets in person the affectionate woman that stole his mind with her beautiful letters, he is also enchanted by her ethereal beauty. Everything will fall apart though when he finds out about Ivy's courtship against her will. Will Birch find the way to escape from his ill fate and find refuge in Ivy's heart? Will he be courageous enough to fight for the love that has finally made him feel alive?
When Birch and Ivy's letters turn into a real-life fairytale, they know they are destined to be together, despite the societal rules that tend to tear them apart. While their feelings of affection are growing with each passing day, Ivy's family will not tolerate their union and will do everything in their power to keep the two soulmates away from each other. Amidst these trials, will Ivy and Birch find a way to defy society's restrictions and fully immerse in the sweet romance that came to life through their tender written words? Or will their common hopes and dreams go up in smoke before they come to life?
Mending the Duke's Heart
Miss Eliza Dowling is belatedly coming out into society in the hope that she might meet a potential suitor who will make her heart race. When she crosses paths with a handsome childhood friend, she finds herself captivated by his mesmerising gaze. Her life will soon take a strange turn, though, when the man she daydreams about is to marry the daughter of a wealthy noble. Feeling emotionally wounded and struggling to forget him, she shifts her attention to a charming Viscount, until she realizes she is about to make the biggest mistake of her life. Will Eliza manage to tame her overpowering feelings and forget this elusive dream forever? In the end, will she discover the path to the happy life she craves?
After his father's death, Derrick Blackwell has inherited the title of the Baron, and now it's time for him to find a suitable wife. Even though in his heart, Eliza is a woman worth dying for, he knows that his mother would never allow a match with someone of a lower status. When he sees her with a charming Viscount waltzing around, pangs of jealousy soar through his heart, though he knows there's nothing he can do but stand by. Yet, the moment he discovers that the same man who sets his sights on Eliza, is also the main suspect of a series of disasters, Derrick is determined to solve the puzzle and do whatever it takes to protect the woman he loves. Will the caring Baron uncover the truth? Will he prevail against the Viscount, defy his mother's orders and choose a wife on his own terms?
Eliza and Derrick might come from two starkly different backgrounds, but their feelings for each other are too strong to be buried. When external circumstances insist on keeping them apart, the two of them have to find the strength to claim their happiness. Will Eliza and Derrick save their love before everything turns to ashes? Or will insuperable obstacles keep them from following their heart?
Once Upon a Dreamy Match
When her father is suddenly left heartbroken by her conniving stepmother, Daphne Blanton is determined to move heaven and earth to make him smile again. On the bright side, she is more than lucky to have her childhood friend by her side in this endeavour, as he is willing to help her find a worthy woman for her beloved father. To make matters more complicated, her life will soon take an unexpected turn, when she finds herself inexplicably in love with her best friend. However, as Daphne is a mere merchant's daughter, without any dowry, her union with the charming gentleman looks like an elusive dream. Will Daphne accept her miserable fate, or will she find the courage to reveal what lies deeper in her heart?
Lord Benedict Gildon has always been a responsible man, looking after his large estate in Essex and caring about each and every person around him. When his best friend seeks for his guidance, he agrees to help her without a second thought. In the meantime, the new Season is upon them and Benedict travels to London with her, in hope of finding respectable partners. Little did he know though that he would soon realise that the woman he had always been looking for, has been standing right next to him all this time. What sacrifices will Benedict need to make to claim Daphne, the only woman who can bring sunshine into his life? Will he be ready to come in clash even with his own bumptious mother for the sake of true love?
As destiny makes Daphne and Benedict grow closer with each passing day, unexpected scandals and major obstacles will threaten to tear them apart forever. However, their love is undeniably powerful, and in the face of a loveless future, they must risk it all and listen to the truth of their hearts. In the end, will Daphne and Benedict manage to see through the threatening fog and reach the clarity of their love? Or will their fairytale ending burst into flames due to their poor decisions?
Under the Earl's Spell
Miss Emily Lawson has devoted her life to family, putting all her dreams and aspirations aside. Caring and naive as she is, she cannot realise that by serving a family duty, she faces the danger of missing out on the opportunity to start a life of her own. When her noble friend asks to court her, she is in shock, as he was first engaged to her beloved cousin. However, she reluctantly agrees, seeing this betrothal as the only escape from her demanding relatives once and for all. In an unexpected twist of fate, Emily finds herself hopelessly falling in love with her intendee's brother and feels she has found her guardian angel and true soulmate. With her heart beating faster every time she sees him, could Emily defy all odds and be with the only man she has ever truly loved?
When Lord Ainsley Titterington, Earl of Lingfield, discovers that his little brother is to marry a wealthy heiress, he is scandalised. Being a man of honour and propriety, he is determined to stop this wedding at all costs, as his brother has long been promised to Emily, the heiress' cousin. What he never expected though, was his heart to be captured by the very same Emily and feel utterly conflicted. Despite his internal struggle, he knows he ought to suppress these strong feelings, if he wants to preserve his family's standing. Besides, he knows that when the beautiful woman discovers his schemeful involvement in his brother's decisions, she would despise him for good. Will Lord Ainsley find the courage to fight for the woman that has been the only ray of sunshine in his miserable life?
Just when Emily and Ainsley have started developing an undeniable connection, everything will be on the verge of collapsing. After the revelation of a horrible truth, could Ainsley convince Emily that everything he has done was to protect her from being hurt? With the threats of a loveless marriage and dishonouring a family name, their growing romance is in immediate danger. Will Ainsley manage to make up for his mistakes and regain Emily's trust? Will their bond be strong enough to endure all the obstacles coming their way?
A Wildflower for the Wounded Lord
Harriet Howard has always been a rebellious soul and hard to tame. Much to her mother's distaste, she has never had any interest in the commodities that other girls desire and has always detested the idea of getting married. However, everything is about to change after she comes across her best friend's brother, who re-enters her life after a fateful twist of luck. From that point on, she is captured by his presence and starts believing that a chance at love may be within reach. While her heart secretly dreams of a happy future with the charming gentleman, her parents have other plans for her, and Harriet has to escape before it's too late. Will Harriet find the courage to stand up for what she truly wants and take the leap of real love? Will she trust her heart and go against everything that is threatening to destroy her happiness?
After the unexpected death of his mother, Lord Byron Maxwell escapes to his father's estate in France. Always avoiding his grief and scared of getting hurt, he has been dismissing every chance to match with an eligible wife, in fear of losing her, like his father did. When his father becomes tragically ill, he rushes back home as soon as possible. To his own surprise, that's when he meets a woman who will change the course of his life by helping him overcome his previous fear and believe in soulmates. However, it will be an uphill struggle to find happiness by her side and he will have to defy everyone who is against his new love. How far will Byron go to claim the only woman who managed to mend his broken heart? Will he survive the sudden storm and cherish the sunshine of his one true love?
Byron and Harriet soon realise that their real happiness has been right under their noses all along and it's nowhere else but in their blooming connection. There's only one problem though; their fathers have always dreamt of another future for them and do not intend to back down until they achieve what they want. However, Byron and Harriet know that their life has no meaning without each other and are determined to break down the walls that tend to keep them apart. Will they find a way to overcome the challenges and have their happily ever after? Or will they both be destined to a doomed fate that will throw them into an endless and loveless sorrow?
To Heal a Brokenhearted Lord
All that Honoria Harding has been wishing for is to marry for love and live her happily ever after. While she has always known that the man of her dreams is her childhood best friend, everything crashes down when he finds himself trapped in an unwanted marriage. To add insult to injury, two years later he is called to serve his country in the war, leaving Honoria unable to know if she will ever see him again or not. When she discovers that he might have died on the battlefield, she is stubborn enough to not allow a single tear, until she finds proof that he is indeed gone forever. In a surprising turn of events, her other half has survived against all odds, and when he returns home, Honoria finds her heart entrapped by his gracious presence. Will she find the courage to claim her own happiness despite the challenges life throws her way? Will she manage to fulfil her dreams and share her life with the only man she has ever loved?
While everyone believes he is dead, Guy Mannfield, Earl of Wiltshire, returns to London to find that his wife remarried right after the announcement of his passing. Wondering how quickly she moved on, Guy's suspicions are piqued by strange entries in his finance books. He knows he must investigate further or he may be ruined for good. To make matters more complicated, an unforeseen encounter with his long-lost best friend, makes his heart skip a beat. The last he expected was that she would be the one to help him find the truth about his wife's schemes. In the course of time, his undeniably romantic feelings for her rise to the surface and his heart secretly dreams of a future with her. But the road is full of obstacles and he will have to move heaven and earth to find love and inner peace. Will Guy take the opportunity to right past regrets with his best friend? Will he uncover his ex-wife's subterfuge and clear the path to claim Honoria's heart?
Right when the two soulmates find each other again, challenging circumstances will test their love one more time. Will Honoria and Guy heal their past scars and give love a second chance? How far are they willing to go to beat the odds and find their way back to each other's hearts?
To Love a Tormented Earl
When her father took ill, Emilia Whitmore was left in dire financial straits and with very few prospects to walk down the aisle. Time is running short, and if she doesn't find a suitor soon, her household may not survive. Her life takes an unexpected twist, though, when she suddenly comes across her former employer who was believed to be dead. Even though she knows that a romance with him would be a false hope, she can't stop daydreaming about his captivating gaze. When he asks for her assistance to unveil a conspiracy that ruined his life, her generous heart compels her to agree. Will Emilia manage to overcome the barriers that go against her happiness? Would destiny hold for her a happy ending?
After faking his own death three years before, Maximilian Emery, the true Earl of Ceastre, has returned to London to reclaim his estate and his name. But before he can do that, he must determine who is involved in the blackmail that prompted him to flee in the first place. When fate brings him together with a woman from his past, soon old feelings begin to resurface. But until he finds out who is hidden behind the evil plot against him, love will remain just a flight of fantasy, no matter how his anxious heart skips a beat everytime she is around. Will Max manage to solve a puzzle that has made his life a living hell? Will his only dream to live by Emilia's side come true?
Despite their strong feelings, Max and Emilia's union seems impossible, as they come from two spheres of society not accustomed to mingling. To make matters worse, when Emilia discovers the reason for Max's exile, she feels that everything is crashing down. Will the star-crossed lovers find a way through the obstacles that insist to keep them apart or will they accept a future without hope of true love?
How to Claim a Governess's Heart
Ever since her parents died, Bridget Thatcher has been left destitute and determined that she will never find happiness in her life. Having been left with no choice, she becomes a governess to earn her living. Fortune smiles on her, though, when she is assigned to a little girl that quickly warms her broken heart. Life takes a terrible turn when the child's parents die, and she is tasked with bringing the girl to her new and mysterious guardian. Even though she can't stop thinking about him ever since she met him, she knows that she has to put love aside and stand by the little girl who needs her more than ever. Will she manage to protect the lonely child and win a place to her charming guardian's heart? Would life finally hand her a happy ending?
Lord John Hughan is running out of time, as he has only one year to prove to his brother that he can succeed as an author or else he will lose his inheritance for good. It doesn't seem his life could get any more complicated until a strange woman appears on his doorstep with the orphan that has been left in his custody. With each passing day, he becomes very protective to the little girl, and he finds himself drawn to the most loving governess he has ever seen. But his family's constant deterrents will make his life a whirlwind, forcing him to reach decisions that will deeply hurt his heart. Will John manage to keep both ladies safe? In the end, will he follow his heart and make his dreams come true?
Though the timing is all wrong, Bridget and John cannot turn their back to their growing affection. However, Bridget carries the guilt of a secret that could rip all her happy dreams, if ever discovered. Will John and Bridget claim each other's heart before the last rose petal of their love falls? Will they become the parent figures that the lovely girl deserves and heal her broken heart?
A Lady's Forever Love
Lady Margaret Somerville is a nobleman's daughter cherished by any man seeking a proper wife. Against society, she takes on the child of her deceased poor friend, and she is determined that she will never marry a man who wouldn't approve of her. When her childhood friend returns home from war, Margaret has no doubt that he is the fairytale prince she has always been waiting for. Little does she know that her father would rather die than see his daughter married to the gamekeeper's son. To make matters worse, she becomes betrothed to a man who craves nothing but her generous dowry. Will Margaret escape the grim future her father has planned for her? Will she find meaning in her life again by Nigel's side?
Captain Nigel Bateson comes back to Cornwell to discover that his secret crush is engaged to a hateful man, raising a child of mysterious origins. Unable to bury his growing feelings for her and defying all odds, he wishes to marry her at the earliest opportunity. But this is going to be an uphill struggle, as he first has to help her run away from her detestable fiance and prove to her father that he is a respectable man despite his class. Will Nigel rescue the affectionate woman who stole his heart years ago? Or will he have to witness her marry a man that will make her life a living hell?
Even though Margaret and Nigel come from different worlds, their love can overcome the obstacles that tend to keep them apart. But her evil husband-to-be will never accept his defeat, and he is determined to do whatever it takes to make her suffer. Will the two of them find a way to overcome the obstacles that threaten to take away the happiness they deserve? In the end, will their love survive a violent storm and bring sunshine to their hearts?
A Captivating Lady's Love Storm
As her first official Season is approaching, Lady Marianne Amesbury can't wait to discover what the future holds for her. After her first dance with a charming gentleman, her instinct tells her that he might be the one. While she can’t stop daydreaming about her life by his side, everything is about to change when she discovers that his family is her father’s lifelong feud. When her father announces that he will never allow her to see him again, Marianne’s life falls into pieces. Desperate to escape her grim future, she tries to find the cause of her father’s hate and soothe his resentful heart. Will she manage to put an end to an endless clash? Will she finally have the happy ending she has always been dreaming of?
Edmund Stapleton is a kind gentleman with an intrepid mind. Even though he has never enjoyed balls and such social events, he has no choice but to fulfil society’s expectations. When he first sees Marianne, he cannot help being smitten by her beauty. But a storm is brewing when he learns that the woman who is about to haunt his dreams would be the daughter of his father’s most obnoxious enemy. Will Edmund stick to his father’s demand to forget about Marianne, or will he start a relentless pursuit of claiming the woman he loves?
Against all odds, Marianne and Edmund do everything in their power to spend a few moments together. But when her father finds out about their secret meetings, furious as he is, he forces her back to the countryside. To make matters worse, he finds an eligible man to betroth her at the earliest opportunity. In the end, will the two romantic souls escape from a terrible fate? Will their love withstand the obstacles that keep them apart?
Dancing with a Gracious Lord
After a childhood illness left her with a scarred face, Juliana Rothmond is determined that no man will ever look at her except for her generous dowry. When her father announces that she is soon to marry Ira Galbrathe, an opportunistic and arrogant man, Juliana desperately tries to escape from her future misery. Will she find a way to break an unwanted betrothal? Could she meet a man who will overlook her broken visage and love her for the beauty of her heart?
Before the Earl of Dunville died, his last wish was that his only son should find a suitable wife and shoulder his responsibilities. Following his father's desire, Lord Horatio Vincent decides to stop being a womanizer and find a bride without any delay. After his first dance with Juliana, he is immediately won over by the beauty under her scars, defying all the resentful comments on her appearance. Not long after, he comes up with a plan to rescue her from an insufferable man and meet his father's expectations; to marry Juliana the earliest possible. But, could this deal ever turn out to be a fairytale? Will Horatio manage to love Juliana, or will he be trapped in an emotionless marriage that himself proposed?
By the time their feelings are starting to bloom, their life is about to fall apart. When Ira joins forces with Horatio's past love to break off their marriage and destroy their lives, Juliana and Horatio must prove that nothing can deprive them of their happiness. Will a true romance flourish in such an unfortunate situation, or the barriers they come across are too many to overcome?
A Baron Worth Loving
Growing up in a family with three older brothers, Nora Pembroke has a wild spirit, hard to tame. The moment she meets her brother's childhood friend at the ball, the romantic feelings that she had for him start to revive. However, Nora can hardly imagine that the very handsome gentleman would fall in love with her after years of friendship. As if this were not enough, the same night, Gerard witnesses an embarrassing misunderstanding that makes an earthshaking change in Nora's life. Will she cover up a scandal that might destroy her reputation? Will she manage to win Gerard's heart, or her only wish to be loved will remain unfulfilled?
Lord Gerard Colbourne is a kind and refined Baron. Since his father's death one year ago, he has been responsible for controlling their poor estates and being a guard of his mother and sister. Following his mother's advice to find a bride, Gerard attends a ball that will remain indelibly printed on his mind forever. Much to his surprise, he finds himself into a scheme of a ruse relationship to save his good friend's younger sister. How far will Gerard go to rescue her? Will he protect Nora only for the sake of friendship, or will he realize that in her eyes, he has found more than what he bargained for?
Over the course of their plan, a deep and tender affection is growing between Nora and Gerard. However, a series of unexpected events will lead to a social war between families, and another misunderstanding that threatens to keep them apart. What will Nora and Gerard sacrifice for their love? Will they endure all the obstacles that emerge, or will they be condemned to live in pain forever?
Bride for the Sake of Duty
Eleanor has wished for true love ever since she was a little girl, but she has no other choice but to marry a man she knows nothing about, due to her father's definite will. To make matters worse, her new husband leaves right after their nuptials on his first trip overseas. After two years of loneliness, Miles returns and he's even more handsome than she remembers, but he still remains a complete stranger to her. Could she ever grow feelings for him after all this time? Will she eventually get the one thing she has always dreamt of?
Miles Fitzroy craves adventure but he has to get wed to honour his father's wishes. His wife may be breathtaking, but he has no time to get to know her before he leaves for India. Now that he is finally back home, he finds himself longing for something other than the sea. He realizes that it might be the journey of falling in love that has been missing from his life. Could he ever choose the warmth of his beautiful wife over the exciting life of an adventurer?
Two strangers are bound together forever, but it won't be easy to create a genuine bond after their long separation. A string of mishaps and adventures that follow can either bring them together forever or tear them apart for good. Will Eleanor get her wish for a true, heart-melting romance? Will Miles finally find a place to call home in Eleanor's eyes?
Falling for the Mysterious Viscount
When Lavinia Beaumont, the second daughter of a privileged Baron, attends her first London season, her expectations are not high. Being rather spirited and bookish, high society bores and frustrates her. She believes that a man's character is more important than his wealth, so when she meets a handsome commoner with refreshing ideas her heart will shiver for the first time. But what if this charming man is hiding something? Will Lavinia have the courage to accept the truth when it comes to the surface?
Samuel, an honorable Viscount, is tired of ladies chasing him just for his title and wealth and wishes to avoid this season at all cost. When the time comes, he and his friend concoct a marvelous plan: Samuel will disguise himself as a commoner, and find out who likes him for his character and not for his title. His plan will change unexpectedly when he meets a beautiful lady, who disdains nobility… Does he have any chance to change her mind and win her heart, without revealing who he truly is?
Samuel knows that he is playing with fire, with the beautiful and opinionated Miss Lavinia Beaumont. But as the stakes are raised, and the deception deepens, they must face the truth about themselves or risk losing any chance of love or happiness. Can they find a way to finally resolve their differences and eventually reveal themselves, as they truly are?
A Lady Defying All for Love
Eliza Steele is the only daughter of a respected clergyman in a quiet English town. Her life has always been simple and peaceful until, one day, a new family moves to town and her world is about to get upside down. After she realizes she has started falling for the new family's eldest son, things will inevitably get more complicated than ever. When she finds out that the newcomers are hiding something, will she find the courage to get to the bottom of the mystery, and the compassion to handle what she finds lying there?
Benedict Flynn is the eldest son of a highly respected family. When his father, a particularly outspoken member of the House of Lords, gets accused of having widely misused his wealth, Benedict's family doesn't really have a choice...Disappearing from London's social scene seems to be the only way to protect themselves from the malicious rumours. However, when a past acquaintance finds out about them, Benedict needs to take immediate action to preserve his family's reputation. Will he be brave enough to share his secret with the charming lady he meets in town, and ask for her help? And will he dare to admit his feelings for her?
Eliza and Benedict soon find themselves in the middle of a web of scandal and confusion; a situation they could have never imagined. Will the chemistry between them be strong enough to help them fight anything that comes into their way? Will Eliza find the strength to defy everything in the name of love?
A Lady's Perfect Match
Emelia Wells is a wealthy merchant's daughter and hosting social events is what she loves the most. When her childhood friend asks her to lift his brother's spirits by finding him a wife, she finds the challenge quite intriguing. Little does she know, though, that by getting involved in love games, she could have her own heart fooled. Will she ever admit that the man she is trying to uplift might be the one who makes her own heart fly? Or will she back down due to the overwhelming situation she and her friend have fallen into?
Montgomery Shaw has recently lost his beloved father and has experienced unbearable pain and loss. His father inspired him to study medicine and now he has become a real gentleman, wishing to offer to others. Even though he is determined to never fall in love, reality proves him wrong. When his brother's best friend, Emilia, approaches him, he won't be able to neglect the feelings he starts to develop. But is he ready to chase the love he has denied all this time or will his fear of heartbreak make him refuse happiness?
Montgomery does want love despite his losses, but if he is not willing to open up, he will lose the love of his life. Emelia has never felt such an affection for any man and doesn't know how to express herself, but this one may get away if she doesn't speak up. Can they all sort out this confusion and find their perfect matches by each other's side?
A Fearless Lady Craving Freedom
Charlotte Livingston has never known anything but comfort and security. She was raised in a wealthy Regency family, she is engaged to a man of good social standing, and her life seems to be more than settled. However, deep inside she knew that she would gladly give up the wealth and comfort of her position to live an adventure. When she discovers the news that her dearest cousin goes missing, Charlotte's only option is to take action, and set out on an expedition in order to find her. But will she dare to lay aside what society expects of her to embrace the yearning for adventure she's always harboured in her heart?
Ewan Sinclair is old enough to be experienced but young enough to retain youthful vigour. Having fled his home for years now, he is tracing his own path in life, making a name for his ability to find lost people. When two desperate sisters ask for his help in order to find their missing cousin, his financial situation gives him no choice but to accept the offer. Little had he known, before asking the older sister to join him in his investigation, how his life was about to change at that moment. Will he eventually let his prejudice aside and leave a space for love in his heart?
A thrilling adventure soon brings Charlotte and Ewan closer than they ever thought they would be and creates unprecedented emotions between them. But when the situation is about to get harder and harder, will they be ready to conquer their fears? Will they choose to risk everything in the name of freedom and love?
A Lady's Mysterious Origin
Joanna has a secret need to become more in life than just the companion to a Duke’s daughter. However, with her parents being a dark mystery and nothing to look forward to, she feels condemned to a dull life for the rest of her years. Her life will soon take a strange turn though, when the nephew of the Duchess will take an interest in her, leaving her strangely unsettled and making her heart beating faster. But how could a romance between a girl of no origin and a nobleman ever flourish?
Leonard, Viscount of Hethersett, is a man who knows his duty to his family. His return to London has secured him a marriage, but he would rather spend time with the lovely companion of his cousin than obey his parent's wishes. However, he will soon face a dilemma that will question his very values. Will he decide that his own feelings are more important than what society demands? Will he choose love over duty?
Sometimes, even the best of intentions tend to go all awry. And just when Leonard has started winning Joanna’s trust, everything will be on the verge of collapsing. How will he make it up to her and her broken heart? Will the mystery of Joanna’s origin ever be solved?
The Mysterious Past of a Delicate Flower
Flora Hendley was born in France, but she wishes she knew more about her family’s past. After her parents died under mysterious circumstances, her family’s once-honoured name became a subject of scorn in England. Things will soon change when on her nineteenth birthday she will discover a shocking truth about her inheritance... While word of a hidden fortune brings mysterious treasure-hunters out of the woodwork, there will be a dashing gentleman among them, capable of shaking her world. But will he be someone that she can trust, or just another person trying to take advantage of her?
Spencer Padgett is clever and ambitious. He is ready to do whatever is expected of him for the King and the Country, even if that means he will have to lie. But when it comes to meeting a fascinating young lady and recovering a fortune owed to the Crown, his thoughts will never be that clear again. Will he obey his common sense warning him to stay away from her? Or will he sacrifice his unshakable need for control in the name of the feelings he has started having for the first time in his life?
While Flora delves into a past that she wanted to keep hidden, Spencer has to face his emotions and harden his heart against the beautiful lady. Will the secrets revealed and the perplexing situation make them enemies? Or will they manage to put aside all of their doubts in the name of love?
Love Stories of Enchanting Ladies (Collection)
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For the Love of a Duchess
Lady Eliza Ashton had always thought her life would be a straight pathway to happiness. But soon she finds herself set to marry a man she cannot bear to love. Will Eliza allow the threat of a scandal and the fear of condemnation to turn her away from the only man she has ever truly loved?
A Soulmate for the Heartbroken Duke
Lady Catherine Ambrose knew what it was to grow up in a household where little was thought of a young woman. However, she soons enters a world she does not know, a place so far from home. But will she find peace there? And can her new family help her through the most shocking event of her life?
Falling for the Heartbroken Duke
Lord Robert Weston is thrown in among the elite of London's bon ton. When his childhood sweetheart, Lady Judith Barton, reappears in town after three years, she has much more to say than hello. When all that is expected from society is the production of an heir, will Robert be able to make the right decision?
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Longing for a Liberating Love
Alina is trapped in a loveless marriage, tied to a husband who disdains her. She has resigned herself to a life in his shadow, but suddenly tragedy strikes and harsh reality forces her to now live as a repentant widow. When her husband’s lawyer approaches her and appears more than willing to offer her the protection she needs, she will find herself in total despair, unable to make a choice. Will she lay aside her doubts for a chance at love? Or will she deny herself this opportunity, fearing that society will frown down on her?
Theodore has worked his entire life for a chance to prove himself and rise to a place of respect as a barrister. However, when he becomes the one to deliver the tragic news of one of his clients’ fate to his beautiful wife, he will start changing the way he has been facing things in life so far. His heart was aching watching this woman suffering all along, but now it is his time to finally intervene and show her his affection: everything she has ever longed for. Will he risk everything to touch the heart of a woman that once belonged to another?
Just when Alina and Theodore start admitting to themselves the feelings and tenderness they have developed for each other, some dreadful news is about to reach the town. How far are they willing to get in order to claim their chance at happiness?
The Secret Admirer of an Extraordinary Lady
Lydia Gibbs is much more interested in drawing beautiful dresses than settling for something less than a fairytale love. But when she unexpectedly starts receiving anonymous letters from a secret admirer, she begins to dream of a love she never knew she could have. The situation becomes further complicated when she starts to see a different side of her childhood friend, someone she used to despise as a young girl. Will she dare to fall for someone she has never even met, or will she realise that someone else entirely is worth her attention?
Anthony Boyle has always found pleasure in teasing his best friend’s little sister. When one day he takes it too far and she walks off leaving him standing with everyone looking at him, he starts plotting his revenge. But the lesson he’s planning to teach her is one he will be taught himself when he starts realising that he has fallen in love with her. How will he be able to resolve the situation he created without losing the only woman he has ever loved?
Anthony and Lydia will find themselves in amusing situations where one will always be a step ahead of the other. Who will be the one to claim Lydia’s heart when all the cards are on the table?
The Way to Capture a Marquess's Heart
Alice Campell has been burned once before by betrayal and unrequited love, so marriage is not a topic she wishes to discuss. When she meets a charming Marquess who also loathes the very thought of romance, she is more than excited to have made a new friend. Soon enough, she finds herself in a position of questioning even her own feelings, until she realizes her father’s gambling habit has put her family in a precarious financial position. Could a secretly arranged marriage get them out of this messy situation or is it too late already?
Luke Conolly, son of a Duke, was abandoned by his mother as a child. He fears that he will get hurt again, so he trusts no one, while avoiding having any romantic interactions whatsoever. When he meets a young lady who amazingly shares his opinions on marriage and their stubborn fathers’ habits, something will just change. Friendship sparks between them, quickly evolving into something that Luke never expected. Will this charming lady make him reconsider his beliefs or is he too stubborn to deny his only chance for love?
Unbeknownst to Alice, a hidden deal has been made, which threatens to cost her more than just her freedom... Will Luke eventually convince her to trust him and believe that his feelings for her were always true?
Her Duke in the Making
Anne knows exactly what the Season will hold for her. The only thing she has to do is convince her parents that the man she has chosen is a good match for her. That seems like a trifle until her mother enlists her help to get the new Duke of Somerset ready for the Season as well. Ever the dutiful daughter, she agrees to give him etiquette lessons but only if he agrees to help her with her own plans as well. Will their unusual deal pave the way for them to grow true feelings for each other?
In order to keep him safe from his brother, Thomas's mother took him and fled to America. Now that his brother is dead Thomas must return to England to claim his birthright and become the Duke of Somerset. Raised an American and suddenly thrown into English society, Thomas has no one to turn to except perhaps the same woman who had once helped his American mother assimilate. Will he be willing to let her beautiful daughter teach him the British ways?
When matters of the heart are concerned, the future can never be predictable. In undertaking a bizarre, yet fascinating task, will Anne and Thomas be able to see that what they need is right in front of them? Will love blossom in a most unusual place?
A Regency romance topped with a generous dose of humorous situations, chemistry and sparks! Perfect for those ready to have their hearts taken!
For the Love of a Gracious Duke
Ellen's marriage was not at all what she expected it to be. When tragedy strikes and she is left a penniless widow, she has no choice but to give up her life of comfort. However, when she crosses paths with a man from her past and he offers to help her, it only further complicates things. She is suddenly faced with the only man who could make her heart skip a beat, only now she is not his equal. Could she defy their differences and give him a chance?
Lewis, Duke of Cornwall, is hesitant to take on his childhood friend as his servant when she shows up at his door. But she’s too stubborn to accept charity and he is not prepared to have her walk out of his life again. His efforts to rekindle their friendship are thwarted by Ellen's insistence on propriety but he will not give up that easily. The heart wants what it wants and he believes that finding her again is a sign they were meant to be together. Can he make her forget her past heartache and betrayal and trust him?
Fate meant for them to find each other again at a time when a true friendship is needed. What happens when the lines between friendship and love are slowly blurring?
Smitten with an Ethereal Lady
Lady Charlotte Lumley knows that she can never aspire to have a normal life, like any other lady in her position would. Many years ago, an accident on a rainy day, had put an end to any chance of her becoming a bride. Charlotte has resigned herself to an inevitable fate – she became a social recluse, who even her parents never speak of, because of the affliction that torments her; a ghost daughter, who must stay hidden away. But when she meets the kind and handsome Marquess, her heart flutters for the first time! Can she let go of her secret and believe that love is on the cards for her too?
Sebastian, the Marquess of Wharton, has no desire to marry. The vapid society ladies that his mother insists on throwing on his path do not interest him at all. All that changes when he suddenly meets a beautiful lady on a crowded street, and he is forced to reconsider his perspective. Despite all his mother’s efforts, Sebastian is smitten with the mysterious Charlotte and cannot stop thinking about her. Will he be able to discover her well-kept secret and convince her that she is the one who owns his heart?
Even though they were instantly attracted to each other, each one repelled those thoughts for their own reasons. Nonetheless, avoiding that powerful chemistry cannot last long. Can Charlotte ever hope to let go of her painful past, and learn to embrace life, and a chance of true love? Will Sebastian be able to break free of society’s norms and follow his heart?
A Courtship to Remember
Elizabeth Ramsbury is only interested in pursuing her independence and her musical talent. Unfortunately, the entrapment of matrimony looms over her head like a bad omen. After her father forces her hand, she sees no other choice but to take the only honourable route and find a suitable match to marry. A fortuitous meeting at a ball leads her to make an elaborate plan with the Baron to convince everyone that they are courting. What happens when their scheme paves the way for true feelings to start blossoming? Will Elizabeth realize that she can find the love and passion music has given her in a different place too?
Lord Cavendish, Baron of Bedford has been rejected by his only true love. Dejected and heartbroken, he mourns the loss pitifully. He believes that he can only be whole again when he wins her back. His prayers are answered when a beautiful woman he meets by chance gives him the perfect opportunity to make his lost love crawl back to him. But he soon finds himself unwittingly enchanted by her grace, beauty and pleasant company. What if what he’s looking for is right in front of him?
It may have been pure chance when they met for the first time, but is it fate that will bring them together? Sometimes love can be found when you least expect it, even in the best-laid plans! Will they both realise that their goals, as well as their hearts perfectly aligned?
The Lost Love of a Stunning Lady
Mimi Hancock, the daughter of a common tradesman, fell in love with her neighbor Richard Warren at first sight. But when Mimi's beauty captures the eye of Hugh Templeton, Duke of Hertford, her mother’s repressed desire to move up the ladder of society is awakened.
Mimi is ordered to abandon her dreams of a happy life with Richard and be amiable to the Duke at all costs. Will she sacrifice her own hopes to please her mother, possibly losing her one true love in the process?
Richard Warren is captivated by Mimi’s rare beauty but fate wants them apart. After tragic circumstances, she is forced to move to Paris. Feeling hopeless without her, Richard joins the army, but when he finally returns home, he is left with a shameful secret and a terrible case of mental trauma from the war.
On top of that, he fears that he has lost Mimi for good, since she seems to be under the Duke’s spell. Does he have the strength and courage to fight for her even though her mother does not approve of him? Will he be able to win her heart again? No matter where they go, Mimi and Richard cannot escape the gossip and deception that surrounds them. Can they both overcome everything that keeps them apart and reignite the fire of their lost love?
A Charming Lady for the Intriguing Baronet
If Selina had her way, she would gladly marry a commoner and live out her days in pure happiness. Meeting Alex reinforces her belief that the life that she has dreamt about may be right in front of her. But then she discovers Alex’s true identity! How could she understand the reasons behind his little trickery and be open to explore their powerful connection?
Alexander Russell, the sixth Baronet of Chesterfield, knows that he bears the heavy duty of producing an heir. Moreover, he is no ignorant to women trying to trap him into marriage, and that only makes him shy away from marrying. Until he meets Selina who is a breath of fresh air! She gives him hope, only to take it away when she rejects him for the very reason that makes him the most eligible bachelor for miles around. Can he convince her that he is “the one” for her?
Their first encounter was what connected them but also what kept them apart. Even if Selina can't forget, will she be able to forgive Alexander, and finally admit her growing feelings towards him?
Can the charming Baronet compensate for a rocky start and earn Selena’s trust so that they can overcome the obstacles and experience this electric connection between them?
Dukes to Fall in Love With (Collection)
Combined the three books have more than 1,000 positive reviews on Amazon and have been downloaded over 100,000 times!
A Beauty for the Scarred Duke
When the Earl of Upperton sells his daughter off as a bride for the disfigured Duke, Isabella has never been more terrified. Due to marry a man she has never met and always believed to be a monster, she truly believes her life is over. Will Isabella be able to get past her own prejudice and see the man beneath the scars?
Kind Ella and the Charming Duke
As the Earl of Dandridge plots the most appalling schemes to keep the Duke interested in his own daughters, Ella Winfield must do what she can to stop the man she is fast becoming attracted to from being steered in the direction of either Lady Patience or Lady Georgiana, all without being discovered by the family who have turned their backs upon her.
A Damsel for the Mysterious Duke
Emerson Lockhart is a man with a secret. Now the Duke of Calder, he is painfully aware that he was not always so. And when he meets Miss Georgina Jeffries again after more than ten years, he is relieved to realize that she does not recognize him as the boy who was once a servant in her home.
If you love clean Regency romances that feature strong women of the era and determined, yet charming, male protagonists, then you are going to love this collection!
A Lady for the Forsaken Earl
Madelene is on the run. She refuses to become an Earl's forced bride merely to settle her uncle's gambling debt. Using her only means of escape, a male disguise, she flees to London, where she will board a ship to her freedom.
But her plans go askew when a run-in with bandits brings her face-to-face with the very last man she wanted to meet. Young Madelene finds the Earl intriguing, but her guard is up. As a new danger grows imminent, will Madelene be captured and forced into an unwanted marriage, or will the man she once feared be the one to rescue her?
Lord Hugh Trentham has returned from the war with an injury on his leg and the title of Earl of Scarbrough waiting for him. This title though does not come free of guilt! Hurt and betrayed from his late wife, he finds himself winning the hand of a young maiden through a bet. Will his tormented past prevent him from carrying on with this union, or will this young Lady save his aching heart?
While he sets out to discover the truth hidden behind the curious boy's wary eyes, he unearths more than he bargained for. Will he accept his chance of redemption, or will he allow his past to devour his newfound happiness?
The Revenge of the Betrayed Duke
When Edward decided to join the army with his friends and set off to war, he had no idea what a journey awaited him. His only company being his love’s medallion, he found himself trapped in a long adventure filled with betrayal and deceit.
Lost and exiled, Edward can think of nothing but Emily and her enduring faithfulness to get him through. Will he ever find his way back to his home and to the heart of the woman he left behind?
Emily Daventry watched her friends and her love of her life march for war with a heavy heart. The only thing she could cling to was that one day Edward would come back for her. She had to wait, no matter what.
When dreadful news comes that Edward was killed during the war, Emily vows to seal her heart and never love again. But with her love gone and her family in need of saving, will Emily stay true to her promise?
With Edward seeking revenge, feeling that all his life was a lie, and Emily unwillingly settling in an arrangement she would never expect, will love give them a second chance?
Life has been unfair to them, but will they find the courage to face the hard truth and start over?
Falling for the Heartbroken Duke
Lord Robert Weston, living the life of a Duke’s second son, is thrown in among the elite of London’s bon ton, while he chafes against the conformities and gossip of the very rich. When his childhood sweetheart, Lady Judith Barton, reappears in town after three years, she has much more to say than hello.
He is thrilled to see her again, but his hopes are soon to be destroyed. When her vanity prevails, his affectionate heart is played and love promises are broken. Not only is he heartbroken, his reputation slips down towards a path where it's very hard to return from. Will he be able to overcome all the hardships and take his life on his own hands?
Lady Phoebe Sinclair, having lost her dear mother, is back in London after two years in Paris. When tragedy strikes again, Lady Phoebe’s cousin from Scotland, comes to London to claim his inheritance. Amid glittering parties, ton gossip and mutual friends, Lord Robert and Lady Phoebe’s paths cross when Lord Robert’s father and brother both succumb to typhus. She is instantly enchanted but she has already heard all the vile things that are being said on his account. She avoids contact with him in any possible way, but when she finally finds herself imprisoned in a marriage arrangement she never wanted, who is going to come to her rescue?
When social pressure to produce an heir comes down to Lord Robert’s head, will he be able to make the right decision and solve a seemingly unsolvable mystery?
Tales of Unexpected Love (Collection)
Combined the three books have more than 1,000 positive reviews on Amazon and have been downloaded over 100,000 times!
A Governess for the Brooding Duke
As the tragic tale of the Duke's sister and her forbidden love unfolds, Georgette must struggle with the deprivations of her lowered status, not to mention the spiteful plots and schemes of a jealous housekeeper and nurse. She must find a way put the splintered family back together, even as she battles her own feelings of love for the handsome Duke.
A Bride for the Betrayed Earl
A man she barely knows, makes her a most unusual proposal; a marriage of convenience. He is looking for a wife so that he might produce an heir. She needs a husband to save her from financial ruin. Finding they have more in common than they could have imagined, can Hunter and Emmeline find true love?
A Lady for the Brazen Earl
When the Earl finds himself crossing conversational swords with the caring and tenacious Lady Imogen, he wonders if beauty and fortune are enough for him anymore. When he finally falls for the curious Lady Imogen, will the Earl find he has gone too far and been too arrogant to ever win her heart?
If you love clean Regency romances that feature strong women of the era and determined male protagonists, then you are going to love this collection!
For the Love of a Duchess
Lady Eliza Ashton, daughter of the Earl of Bexley, had always thought her life would be a straight pathway to happiness.
Engaged to be married to the devastatingly handsome Miles Gainsborough, Eliza could never have imagined how easily happiness could turn into disaster.
When her father tells her that she is the only hope of saving the family from financial ruin, she finds herself set to marry the Duke of Lytton instead.
Daniel Winchester, an accomplished and successful attorney, finds his simple existence at Lytton Hall turned upside down by the arrival of the Duke’s new young bride.
Determined to think her a young title-hunter, he is surprised to find himself drawn to her as every day passes. When the old Duke, his ego bruised by the realization that the beautiful young woman will never love him, becomes increasingly aggressive, Daniel is the only man with courage enough to defend her.
But when the old Duke dies, will Eliza allow the threat of scandal and the fear of condemnation to turn her away from the only man she has ever truly loved? And will Daniel Winchester ever find a pathway leading to the heart of the young woman who occupies his every thought?
A Damsel for the Daring Duke
When James Harrington, heir to the Duchy of Sandford, goes to see an old friend in the east of the county, it is to do no more than escape his father’s constant interference in his life.
The old Duke is determined that his son marry soon and marry a bride of his choosing. But when James meets the beautiful Miss Charlotte Cunningham, he knows that his few days away look set to complicate his life further still.
Charlotte Cunningham can hardly believe the audacity of the handsome man who stared at her so openly at Hanover Hall. And when she discovers he is the son of a Duke, she is no better impressed.
But James Harrington is not a man to be put off, and he quickly sets about courting the bright young woman.
However, when the old Duke unearths a shocking secret, James knows that all his hope for happiness has gone. He is left with only one option – leave the woman he loves without explanation, or risk her discovering the truth and being ruined forever.
When the dust settles, and the years have passed, can James ever find a way back into the heart of the only woman he has ever loved? And can Charlotte ever forgive him and learn to trust him once again?
A Soulmate for the Heartbroken Duke
When Lord Thomas Carlton, second son of the Duke of Shawcross, decides one fateful afternoon in his youth to befriend the beautiful Lady Catherine Ambrose, he could never conceive of the events that would follow.
Tired of his father's bullying, he thinks he will amuse himself by making a friend of the daughter of the Duke's bitterest enemy; The Earl of Barford. Little did he know how he would fall in love with Lady Catherine and let loose a chain of events that could seemingly be stopped by nothing and nobody.
Lady Catherine Ambrose, daughter of the Earl of Barford, knew what it was to grow up in a household where little was thought of a young woman. When Thomas Carlton first speaks with her at a summer ball, Catherine thinks him daring and amusing, not to mention handsome. But, within a short space of time, she finds herself hopelessly in love with him. A love that would never, ever fade.
When the two are discovered and parted by their families, Catherine finds herself adrift in a world she does not know, a place so far from home. But will she find peace there? And can her new family help her through the most shocking event of her life? And, when all is settled, can the two young lovers finally make their way back to each other and live in the love that should have been theirs all along?
A Damsel for the Mysterious Duke
Georgina Jeffries is sent to convalesce in the Devonshire home of her father's cousin. Finding an instant friendship with his daughter, Fleur, the two of them eagerly await a party to be held on the fine estate of the young Duke of Calder. But when she first meets him, Georgina is certain that she knows him from somewhere.
Emerson Lockhart is a man with a secret. Now the Duke of Calder, he is painfully aware that he was not always so. And when he meets Miss Georgina Jeffries again after more than ten years, he is relieved to realize that she does not recognize him as the boy who was once a servant in her home; the boy who had once been her only friend.
But when the Duke lets his old nickname for her slip, Georgina finds herself spiraling back in time, instantly remembering the servant boy and childhood friend who had disappeared so suddenly and without explanation so many years before. Can the two of them discover the young Duke's true origins? And can they finally navigate the growing romance which both of them would try to deny?
Kind Ella and the Charming Duke
Ella Winfield is devastated when her mother, a woman with untamed social aspirations, hastily marries the Earl of Dandridge. He is a humorless man, and one whom Ella does not trust for a moment.
The Earl's daughters, Lady Patience and Lady Georgiana, are spoiled and manner less young ladies, used to their own way in all things. But when the Duke of Hillington is reported to be searching for a suitable bride, the tension between the sisters reaches new heights.
When he determines that Ella not attend a masquerade ball to which the whole family has been invited, Ella takes it upon herself to attend in disguise and spy on the ambitious little family for her own amusement.
Ella must do what she can to stop the man she is fast becoming attracted to from being steered in the direction of either Lady Patience or Lady Georgiana, all without being discovered by the family who have turned their backs on her.
A Beauty for the Scarred Duke
As young girls, Lady Isabella Tate, daughter of the Earl of Upperton, and her friend, Esme, told each other terrifying tales of the monster. But not just any monster. This one was alive and living in his old mansion behind a tangle of overgrown hawthorn trees in the very same county.
The Duke of Coldwell, scarred for life in a fire which claimed the lives of those dearest to him has been hiding in his mansion. He knows he is a figure of fear and speculation in the county and chose many years before to live a life of self-imposed isolation. But he is the loneliest Duke in all of England. When the Earl of Upperton sells his daughter off as a bride for the disfigured Duke, Isabella has never been more terrified. Due to marry a man she has never met and always believed to be a monster.
But is life with the Duke really something to be afraid of? Will Isabella be able to get past her own prejudice and see the man beneath the scars? And will the Duke be able to let go of the pain and guilt that has swallowed him whole for almost two decades and find a new life with a new love?
A Bride for the Betrayed Earl
When Hunter Bentley, Earl of Addison, returns from Scotland, it is to find that the love of his life has married another. He is unaware that the woman he was set to marry, feeling neglected by his absence, has accepted a proposal of marriage from the Duke of Galcross. Weeks later, Emmeline Fitzgerald suffers the worst humiliation of her life. The man she is set to marry publicly announces his engagement to another. Emmeline almost turns to run, but her dignity is saved by none other than the Earl of Addison. Within days the Earl, makes her a most unusual proposal; a marriage of convenience. Finding they have more in common than they could have imagined, can Emmeline and Hunter find the path to true love? Or will the interference from Felicity and Kent drive a wedge between them?
A Lady for the Brazen Earl
When Lady Imogen Pennington falls upon the idea of using the London Season as a means of raising funds for a charitable scheme, she thinks it will be the simplest of things.
Heath Montgomery, the young and arrogant Earl of Reddington had always enjoyed a life of privilege. Looking forward to the London Season as always, he allows his determined mother a little latitude in searching for a wife for him. Miss Jemima Ravenswood, daughter of a rich and ambitious Baron, seems to fit the bill.
But when the Earl finds himself crossing conversational swords with the caring Lady Pennington, he wonders if beauty and fortune are enough for him anymore.
A Governess for the Brooding Duke
Georgette Darrington’s father dies suddenly and with serious debts, leaving her penniless. Her only choice is to become a governess. Georgette finds herself in the grand mansion of the Duke of Draycott, teaching his delightful, orphaned nieces. She realizes they are missing their home and life in Wales.
Georgette must find a way to convince the Duke to take an interest in the girls’ lives, and also find a way to keep their native language alive. As the tragic tale of the Duke’s sister and her forbidden love unfolds, Georgette must struggle with the deprivations of her lowered status, not to mention the spiteful schemes of a jealous housekeeper and nurse.
Background
Bridget Barton was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas.
She has studied English Literature in college and after a brief passage in journalism as a newspaper writer, she steered her career to what she always loved: becoming an author!
She has always been intrigued by rascals, vagabonds, dukes and rogues, so having the chance to write stories about them is a wish come true for her!
Bridget is married to her own prince charming and is the proud mother of two daughters (and three adorable kittens) and soon to be a grandma!
She is a hopeless romantic who devours romance literature and of course enjoys writing love stories of her own.
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