Two women, generations apart, both on the bring of scandal… Phoebe shared more than her unruly dark curls with her ancestor whose portrait graced the walls of the Earl of Dysart's country home. Impatient of convention, both women had retreated from the excesses of London life. Yet neither had enjoyed peace for long. Their retreat was a challenge to Society's most notorious rakes—a certain Viscount Ransome seemed set on making Phoebe his own. But secrets and passion were part of the fabric of the house and Phoebe had learned from her rebellious ancestor. She planned to bring the arrogant viscount to his knees….
A move to Richmond was the fresh start Lady Amelie Chester needed to escape the rumors surrounding her husband’s death. And what better place to launch her niece into the ton? But scandal followed Amelie and, unwittingly, she falsely confessed to an intimate relationship with Nicholas, Lord Elyot, heir to the Marquess of Sheen! Enchanted and intrigued, Nicholas was quick to take every advantage of the situation….
When her ancestral home was beset by a dangerousband of reivers, Lady Ebony Moffat feared for heryoung son's safety. In a blind moment of frenzy thewidow struck a bargain with the men's leader—her body for her child's life.Unbeknownst to Lady Ebony, Sir Alex Somers hadraided Castle Kells seeking out traitors at the behestof the King of Scotland. And though he'd neverharm her son, Alex couldn't help but be drawn tothe raven-haired beauty's all-too-tempting offer. Still,Alex instinctively knew making love to Ebony wouldnever be enough—unless she gave him both herbody and her soul!
Miss Letitia Boyce didn't begrudge her sisters their fun with the pick of London's available bachelors. She'd chosen her path and knew book-learning and marriage rarely mixed. Her proof was Lord Seton Rayne, who had made it abundantly clear that an unmarried schoolma'am was of no interest to him—no matter her good connections. Wealthy and titled, one of the most notorious rakehells in town, Seton had every heiress hurling herself at him. So his sudden kissing of captivating, unconventional Letitia took them both by surprise….
The Scoundrel's Seduction Though Queen Elizabeth I’s court at Richmond was a notorious hotbed of illicit liaisons and broken hearts, only beautiful Adorna Pickering remained unscathed…and unattainable. For whenever an admirer crossed the line, she sought the protection of her father, the Master of Revels. Only one man held the power to overcome her skittish ways—Sir Nicholas Rayne. With a reputation blacker than sin, Nicholas represented everything Adorna knew to avoid. But how could she remain indifferent when his slightest touch—his very boldness—left her weak with desire? And though Adorna didn’t want to be just another easy conquest, she’d willingly forsake everything she held dear for one night spent in his arms….
Taken in revenge! Aric the Ruthless is consumed by his need for vengeance. And so he takes his enemy's widowed daughter, Lady Fearn, as his slave… His fiery captive may fight him at first, but he knows he will soon tempt her into his bed! Fearn's marriage brought her only fear and pain, but powerful Viking Aric is nothing like her cruel husband. And as her captor's seduction awakens her to new sensations, dare she hope this ferocious warrior could become the husband she deserves?
Guardian…and husband Helene Follet hasn’t had close contact with Lord Burl Winterson since she chose to spend her life caring for his brother. Now she’s forced to live under Burl’s protection, because he has become guardian to her precious young son. Burl has grown hard and cynical over the years, while Helene covers her hurt with an ice-cool front. What she really craves is to finally find a loving home in his safe, strong arms. Neither can admit that they are still tantalised by the memory of one magical, fateful night…
A family estate offers escape from her troubles—but the man in charge may be a danger to her heart . . . Sir Leon Gascelin was completely unprepared for Lady Felice Marwelle’s arrival to oversee the final preparations to her family’s new home. The handsome surveyor knows he must take drastic steps to prevent her from distracting his workforce—and himself! Capable, determined Felice has had to learn how to take care of herself. So it comes as a shock when Sir Leon forces her to accept him as her temporary guardian. Is it to stop tongues wagging because they are living under the same roof? Or has she deliberately been sent to this dangerously attractive man to be well and truly tamed?
A reluctant bride finds that marriage can set one free in surprising ways in this delightful Regency romance. Having run from two previous engagements, Caterina Chester knows that marriage cannot be avoided for much longer. But to be parceled off as part of a wager to clear her family’s debts? Sold to society’s most disreputable rake? Caterina is outraged at the proposal. Yet Sir Chase Boston, for all his impeccable manners and charm, reveals an undeniably exhilarating wild streak that taunts and teases her. She has kept her passionate nature tightly confined. Now it seems that this most improper husband may be the only man who can free her!
This tale of a Norman knight’s quest to conquer an English lady’s hostile heart is “above and apart from the average historical romance” (Historical Novel Society). Lady Rhoese of York was an undoubted prize. A wealthy landowner, she would fill the king’s coffers well if one of his knights were to marry her. Judhael de Brionne accepted the challenge. Desiring her land, the army captain was prepared to take Rhoese as part of the deal. After all, she was beautiful enough—albeit highly resentful—and surely he would be able to warm his ice-cold bride, given time. . . . “What sets The Bought Bride above and apart from the average historical romance is Juliet Landon’s clear, concise writing style and her scholarship. She has obviously walked, spiritually if not actually, through the mucky streets of 11th century York, and imparts her knowledge of the time and place to the reader.” —Historical Novel Society
How innocent is she? Living as a refined lady, Dania Rhiannon has kept her true origins hidden. While soldiers swarm the streets of this northern outpost of the Roman empire by day, influential officers are drawn to her House of Women by night. Dania hasn't once been tempted before now to share in intimate pleasures, but her world is rocked when she realizes that one masterful warrior could all too easily seduce her into his arms. But is Fabian Cornelius Peregrinus truly attracted to Dania--or does he suspect what lies beneath her mantle of respectability?
In this steamy Regency romance, a Lady out to ruin royal reputations meets her match in an irresistibly seductive Lord. Humiliated and betrayed by men, Lady Annemarie Golding has isolated herself from society. Then it seems that fortune has finally smiled on her—when she comes across intimate letters that could tarnish the Prince Regent’s name. With this chance discovery, she sees an opportunity to get revenge on erring husbands everywhere. Only Lord Jacques Verne stands in her way. An aide to the Prince, he has his orders to obtain the letters—at any cost. His pursuit of Annemarie is deliciously persuasive . . . but if she agrees to become his mistress can she be sure it’s truly her he wishes to possess?
THE GAME OF LOVE IS A DANGEROUS ONE IN THE COURT OF HENRY VIII… Betrayed by an ambitious father, forcibly betrothed to the handsome yet enigmatic Sir Jon Raemon and soon to be bedded by the covetous King Henry, Virginia D'Arvall is the female pawn in a masculine game of desire, power and lust. Ginny is determined to keep her honor, but in these dangerous courtly games, she will need to have her wits about her like never before. Will she realize that in Sir Jon she may just have all the love and protection she needs to survive?
London, 1473 The time had come…duty called. Bound by his word, Sir Fergus Melrose would honor his betrothal, but first he must claim his betrothed…. His task wouldn’t be easy. Lady Nicola Coldyngham was no longer the young lass who had worshipped his every move. Nor, since he’d spurned her childish love, was she willing to give up her heart so easily again. Her defiance became his challenge—a challenge he was unable to resist. Spurred on by the promise of her fiery beauty, this was one contest Sir Fergus Melrose had every intention of winning.
Temptation in the Italian's arms... The new mistress of her late uncle's estate, Aphra Betterton, longs to hide away and forget the man who betrayed her. So when handsome Santo Datini arrives--to make amends for his brother's duplicity--he's the last person Aphra wants to host! Italian merchant Santo is on a secret mission that no beautiful, proud maiden will disrupt. But with their temptingly close quarters generating scandal, can Santo win Aphra's trust--and her heart into the bargain?
FEUDING FAMILIES The Medwins and the La Vallons were longtime enemies. After Silas La Vallon’s sister was taken by the Medwins, the wealthy merchant had no choice but to retaliate and abduct Medwin’s daughter Isolde. Held captive in his house, then taken abroad to Belgium, the beautiful hellion softened to Silas’s sweet words and gentle kisses during the long days and longer nights. But Isolde could not forget he was a La Vallon and she was a Medwin. Theirs was a love that could never be….
The Rake's Unconventional Mistress Miss Letitia Boyce has chosen her path and Lord Seton Rayne, one of the most notorious rakehells in town, made it abundantly clear that an unmarried schoolma'am was of no interest, even to him-no matter her connections. So his sudden desire to kiss the unconventional Letitia takes them both by surprise. Marrying the Mistress Helene Follet hasn't had close contact with Lord Burl Winterson since their one fateful night together, a night that still tantalises them both. Now Burl has become her son's guardian she's forced to live under his protection, but what she really craves is to find a loving home in his safe, strong arms...
SHACKLED TO A SLAVE! For ex-cavalry officer Quintus Tiberius Martial duty always comes first. His task to escort the Roman emperor’s latest captive should be easy. But one look at his fiery slave and Quintus wants to put his own desires before everything else...For Princess Brighid, her powerful, battle-honed captor has her head in conflict with her heart. Bound by a new-found bondage of emotions, it’s not long before Brighid wonders whether she wants to come out of this perilous journey to Aquae Sulis with her virtue intact…!
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In this historical romance, the half-sister of Elizabeth I finds love, marriage, and plenty of danger in the royal court. Henrietta Raemon, illegitimate daughter of Henry VIII, longs to go to court to be closer to her half-sister, the queen. The last thing on fiercely independent Etta’s mind is marriage—until newly ennobled merchant Baron Somerville leaves her no choice! But the attractions of court turn perilous when Etta’s resemblance to Elizabeth makes her some powerful enemies. Her husband is there to protect her, if only Etta can conquer her pride . . . and surrender.
Temptation in the Italian’s arms... The new mistress of her late uncle’s estate, Aphra Betterton, longs to hide away and forget the man that betrayed her. So when handsome Santo Datini arrives – to make amends for his brother’s duplicity – he’s the last person Aphra wants to host!
Taken in revenge! Aric the Ruthless is consumed by his need for vengeance. And so he takes his enemy's widowed daughter, Lady Fearn, as his slave... His fiery captive may fight him at first but he knows he will soon tempt her into his bed! Fearn's marriage brought her only fear and pain, but powerful Viking Aric is nothing like her cruel husband. And as her captor's seduction awakens her to new sensations, dare she hope this ferocious warrior could become the husband she deserves?
Proud and beautiful, she would be no man's prize! To the victor the spoils…Offered as the delectable prize at a jousting tournament by the King, the proud and beautiful Lady Eloise Gerrard is far from gaining the freedom to command her own destiny that she so ardently desires. Shocked to discover the King has every intention of winning the prize for himself, Eloise turns in desperation to the challenger. Sir Owain of Whitecliffe had once awoken all her youthful passions…and then heartlessly deserted her. Can she truly now wish to see him the victor—the conqueror laying claim to his prize?
A debt owed to a prodigal aristocrat - am I a betting chip? Caterina, the socialite diva, is visited by Chase Boston, a prestigious aristocrat. He has a reputation as a prodigal playboy and a man of strong luck who wins any bet. He comes to tell Caterina that her brother lost to him in a bet and owed him twenty thousand guineas. Caterina cannot hide her anger at his demand for a huge amount of money that she cannot pay even if she gives up the mansion. Her burning golden-brown eyes set Chase's heart on fire. He makes a request to Caterina's father. He wants Caterina in exchange for waiving the debt.
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