The Wooing of Miss Masters
Every eligible maiden in the entire shire declared that it was like something out of a fairy tale. The Duke of Raeburn - whose formidable scowl was as legendary as his fortune - was hosting a ball to choose a duchess.
But never was there a woman less suited to play the role of Cinderella than Miss Audra Leigh Masters. Financially independent, Audra was content with her books, her dogs and her horses. She had no interest in acquiring a husband, especially not a man as arrogant as the Scowling Duke.
But from their first tempestuous encounter, the Duke is intrigued by Audra and determines he will have no other for his bride. But how does a man go about wooing such a stubborn woman and convince her that theirs is a match destined to be happy ever after?
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But never was there a woman less suited to play the role of Cinderella than Miss Audra Leigh Masters. Financially independent, Audra was content with her books, her dogs and her horses. She had no interest in acquiring a husband, especially not a man as arrogant as the Scowling Duke.
But from their first tempestuous encounter, the Duke is intrigued by Audra and determines he will have no other for his bride. But how does a man go about wooing such a stubborn woman and convince her that theirs is a match destined to be happy ever after?
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Mistress Mischief
Left widowed and penniless, Frederica Barry resolved to become what her late husband’s relatives had always proclaimed her to be- a very wicked woman. Taking London by storm, Freddie put her wits to work to support herself and her unusual entourage of servants. But losses at the gaming tables soon brought the merry widow to the brink of disgrace and debtor’s prison. Clearly there was only one solution, to find herself a wealthy protector. Drawing up a list of the richest and most eligible men in the city, one name stood out above the rest- her distant cousin, the handsome rake, Max Warfield.
Max had witnessed Freddie’s outrageous antics with astonishment and reluctantly realized something had to be done about the young woman. But to accept her offer to become his mistress? Out of the question! His aim was to save her reputation, not destroy it. If only the beautiful Freddie did not make her offer so very tempting. . .
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Max had witnessed Freddie’s outrageous antics with astonishment and reluctantly realized something had to be done about the young woman. But to accept her offer to become his mistress? Out of the question! His aim was to save her reputation, not destroy it. If only the beautiful Freddie did not make her offer so very tempting. . .
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The Bishop's Daughter
The reports of Harcourt Arundel’s death had been greatly exaggerated. But when the man who had earned the nickname Hellfire Harry turned up at his own memorial service, even he never imagined the sensation he would cause, especially with regards to Miss Kathryn Towers, the woman who had once refused his marriage proposal. Not only did Kate swoon at the sight of him, she kissed him passionately and then boxed his ears for causing her such grief. Hardly the sort of behavior one would expect from a prim and proper bishop’s daughter.
Kate had long ago determined she must wed the sort of sober and steady man her late father would have chosen, not a charming rogue like Harry, even if he did set her heart to racing. But now he was convinced Kate still loved him, he embarked on a campaign to show the stubborn bishop’s daughter, theirs was a match made in heaven.
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Kate had long ago determined she must wed the sort of sober and steady man her late father would have chosen, not a charming rogue like Harry, even if he did set her heart to racing. But now he was convinced Kate still loved him, he embarked on a campaign to show the stubborn bishop’s daughter, theirs was a match made in heaven.
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Miss Prentiss and the Yankee
Abigail Prentiss was engaged to turn the two Misses Harding from Pennsylvania into proper English ladies, acceptable to the ton. She vowed to do in spite of their brother Nathaniel and his boorish behavior. A truly superior governess would not lose her temper or become ruffled by a barbaric Yankee. Even though Nate Harding had clearly thrown down the gauntlet, Abigail was determined not to fight the revolutionary war all over again. She would be the last to admit that this handsome lusty male had already begun to breach the walls she had so carefully constructed around her heart.
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The Sugar Rose
A RITA award winning Regency romance by Susan Carroll. . .Aurelia Sinclair felt as though she had been waiting forever for the proposal of marriage from her childhood sweetheart, Justin. If Lord Spencer was less than ardent, well, what could a plump dowdy creature such as herself expect from such a handsome buck of the ton? No matter what she might long for, she had to be content with what Justin offered, friendship and a marriage of convenience.
Or so Aurelia thought until Everard Ramsey took matters into his hands. Rusticating in the country, the handsome London dandy was intrigued by Aurelia’s humor and intelligence. His sympathy for Aurelia’s plight led him to make an outrageous suggestion. If she would but place her trust in him, Everard vowed to transform her into next Season’s belle. Though Aurelia was highly skeptical of his proposition, what did she have to lose? Nothing. . . only her heart.
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Or so Aurelia thought until Everard Ramsey took matters into his hands. Rusticating in the country, the handsome London dandy was intrigued by Aurelia’s humor and intelligence. His sympathy for Aurelia’s plight led him to make an outrageous suggestion. If she would but place her trust in him, Everard vowed to transform her into next Season’s belle. Though Aurelia was highly skeptical of his proposition, what did she have to lose? Nothing. . . only her heart.
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Winterbourne
In a desperate move to resist the advances of the tyrant King John, beautiful young Lady Melyssan claims to be married to the king's worst enemy, Lord Jaufre de Macy, the legendary Dark Knight without Mercy. Seeking shelter at Jaufre's abandoned Castle Winterbourne, Melyssan is unprepared for the angry warrior who returns to expose her deception. Jaufre is a man as harsh and unforgiving as the Welsh borderland he rules, but Melyssan knew him from a time long ago when he was her champion, gentle and chivalrous. Melyssan must strive to find her way back into Jaufre's heart before they are both destroyed by the wrath of a vengeful king. Winterbourne is a classic historical romance by Susan Carroll, author of The Bride Finder and The Dark Queen series.
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Christmas Belles
Villains can come in many disguises, even with a handsome face and a gold-braided uniform. So thinks Chloe Waverly when her father's untimely death results in an unknown naval captain being appointed guardian to the four Waverly sisters. Chloe dislikes the harsh Captain William Trent upon first sight, especially knowing that he plans to marry her oldest sister, Emma. Although Emma loves a poor clergyman, she feels it her duty to accept the wealthy captain's proposal. Chloe is determined to rescue her sister from a loveless match to one whose heart seems as cold as ice.
But somewhere during all the Christmas celebrations, Chloe discovers that beneath the captain's stern military bearing is a lonely man imbued with a gentle gallantry. To her dismay, Chloe finds herself falling in love with her sister's fiance. She is unaware that William Trent has realized that he has pledged himself to marry the wrong sister. But with the wedding day looming closer, is there any honorable way to resolve this situation? It will take all of Chloe's faith and the magic of Christmas to unravel this tangle of hearts. A holiday tale about the enduring power of love and hope.
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But somewhere during all the Christmas celebrations, Chloe discovers that beneath the captain's stern military bearing is a lonely man imbued with a gentle gallantry. To her dismay, Chloe finds herself falling in love with her sister's fiance. She is unaware that William Trent has realized that he has pledged himself to marry the wrong sister. But with the wedding day looming closer, is there any honorable way to resolve this situation? It will take all of Chloe's faith and the magic of Christmas to unravel this tangle of hearts. A holiday tale about the enduring power of love and hope.
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Brighton Road
With his broad shoulders and handsome dark eyes, Lord Ravenel could have been a character in one of author Gwenda Vicker's gothic novels. She never meant to eavesdrop on his awkward marriage proposal or overhear the lady refuse him. Clearly the unfortunate man could use Gwenda's advice on the art of romance. But Ravenel considered the helpful Miss Vickers a mistress of disaster and demanded that both she and her boot-chewing hound keep their distance.
What begins as a three hour trip to Brighton becomes a series of mishaps and adventures his lordship could never have imagined. By the time Ravenel reaches the end of the Brighton Road, the incorrigible lady authoress succeeds in turning his very proper world upside down A charming romantic comedy and winner of Romance Writer of America's Golden Medallion award for Best Regency.
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What begins as a three hour trip to Brighton becomes a series of mishaps and adventures his lordship could never have imagined. By the time Ravenel reaches the end of the Brighton Road, the incorrigible lady authoress succeeds in turning his very proper world upside down A charming romantic comedy and winner of Romance Writer of America's Golden Medallion award for Best Regency.
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The Painted Veil
A murderous scoundrel called the Hook terrorizes London, obliging residents to keep close to home after dark. But Lady Anne Fairhaven is forced to brave the night as she searches for her stolen child. To recover her daughter, Anne must strike a bargain with the devil himself, the wicked and seductive Lord Mandell, a man battling demons of his own.
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Masquerade
During an era of revolution, Lady Phaedra Grantham fights for her own freedom from her tyrannical grandfather and memories of a tragic marriage. Her quest for independence is threatened by the arrival of a mysterious nobleman, Armande de LeCroix. The handsome marquis holds all of London in thrall. Even Lady Phaedra is drawn to the man, despite her growing suspicion and fear. What secrets does Armande hide behind his aristocratic mask? And what danger does Phaedra face when love itself may prove to be nothing more than a masquerade?
"A marvelously rich novel. . . filled with unexpected twists." ---Bertrice Small
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"A marvelously rich novel. . . filled with unexpected twists." ---Bertrice Small
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Rendezvous
During the French Revolution, Belle Varens risked her life to help aristocrats escape the deadly kiss of the guillotine. But there was no escape from the painful memories of her past until she met Sinclair Carrington, a British spy with secrets of his own. Sinclair rouses in Belle a passion she has long denied, but dare she risk her heart with a man who is a master of deception? Especially now, when Belle is about to embark on the most dangerous mission she has ever undertaken- a plot whose target is none other Napoleon Bonaparte.
"Sizzling elements of passion and heart-pounding danger." Romantic Times Magazine
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"Sizzling elements of passion and heart-pounding danger." Romantic Times Magazine
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Escapade
Rory Kavanaugh is so desperate to save her hot-air balloon company, she takes on a risky performance with a circus. When the stunt goes wrong and she crashes onto the lawn of Zeke Morrison's estate, she sees a new opportunity to rescue her failing business. But when the ruthless millionaire claps eyes on the lovely Rory, Zeke entertains far different ideas than investing in hot-air balloons. Rory finds herself attracted to him, a dangerous desire because Zeke is a man of many secrets. When his murky past catches up with him, Rory faces a daunting question: could she have fallen in love with a murderer? A tale of romance and adventure set in turn of the century, New York, Escapade sweeps from the glittering mansions on Fifth Avenue to the dark underworld of Five Points.
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