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Author: Eliana Piers
Publisher: Eliana Piers
ISBN: 1738088340
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 95

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Dreams of love are not meant for a lady’s maids. Until an acting fairy godmother, an annual masquerade, and a lost reticule lead to a life changing kiss. But will the mystery kisser ever find her? Adeline has no family to speak of but is content working as a lady’s maid for a loving duchess. It’s not everything her heart wants, but she should be happy with enough, right? And it’s enough to do her job and make custom ordered reticules on the side. What will it take to open her heart to love and open her eyes to dream? Luke, Duke of Stonecastle, and his family have been in mourning since their dear grandmother passed away. But this Christmas it’s time for joy, hope, and love. The plan is to host the annual masquerade ball that found both his mother and grandmother true love. If only he can find the magically magnetic mistletoe woman… with the kindest heart and the softest, sweetest lips he has ever tasted. Read An Ember for a Duke to be reminded that everyone deserves love. An Ember for a Duke is the second standalone novella in the steamy regency romance series: Dukes for Christmas Fairytales. Book 1: A Beauty for a Duke Book 2: An Ember for a Duke Book 3: A Slumber for a Duke Book 4: A Flurry for a Duke Book 5: A Villain for a Duke

Author: Celeste Bradley
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780312939687
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 358

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A "USA Today" bestselling author delivers the first novel in a brand-new series about three young women looking for love--and upward mobility--in Regency England. Original.

Author: Gaelen Foley
Publisher: Ballantine Books
ISBN: 0345494148
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 416

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In this dazzling first novel featuring the Knight family, bestselling author Gaelen Foley writes an elegant, emotional story that touches the heart and soul. Driven to uncover the truth about the mysterious death of his ladylove, the Duke of Hawkscliffe will go to any lengths to unmask a murderer. Even if it means jeopardizing his reputation by engaging in a scandalous affair with London's most provocative courtesan—the desirable but aloof Belinda Hamilton. Bel has used her intelligence and wit to charm the city's titled gentlemen, while struggling to put the pieces of her life back together. She needs a protector, so she accepts Hawk's invitation to become his mistress in name only. He asks nothing of her body, but seeks her help in snaring the same man who shattered her virtue. Together they tempt the unforgiving wrath of society—until their risky charade turns into a dangerous attraction, and Bel must make a devastating decision that could ruin her last chance at love. . . .

Author: Eliana Piers
Publisher: Eliana Piers
ISBN: 1738088316
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 122

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Beauty with brains meets a big, grumpy Beast just before Christmas. Only a third wheel and a long carriage ride are in their way... The beauty of a barmaid, Sofie, has rejected every marriage offer she's ever received. To Sofie, marriage requires trust and true love. Equally important, she wants to be an independent woman, not someone's property. And a piece of that independence means attending a lecture where she can learn new ways to invest her money. Like a barmaid is going to find her way there though, especially during the Christmas season. Enter Egan, a beast of a man. Gruff, gigantic, and a Scottish duke to boot. As if he'll go unnoticed. So when he saves the most beautiful woman he's ever laid eyes on, it's much to his chagrin that his best mate laid eyes on her first. He may be a beast, but he's a loyal one. Yet somehow he finds himself stuck with Sofie, and company, on a quest for knowledge. Can he keep his friendship in tact and his kilt on, as he endures mistletoe kisses and beatific smiles amidst cinnamon swirls and cozy fires? Read A Beauty for a Duke if you love the magic of Christmas. A Beauty for a Duke is the first standalone novella in the steamy regency romance series: Dukes for Christmas Fairytales. Book 1: A Beauty for a Duke Book 2: An Ember for a Duke Book 3: A Slumber for a Duke Book 4: A Flurry for a Duke Book 5: A Villain for a Duke

Author: Shana Galen
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1402269749
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256

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He had had a perfectly orderly life...until she came along William, the sixth Duke of Pelham, enjoys his punctual. securely structured life. Orderly and predictable—that's the way he likes it. But he's in the public eye, and the scandal sheets will make up anything to sell papers. When the gossips link him to Juliette, one of the most beautiful and celebrated courtesans in London, chaos doesn't begin to describe what happens next. Juliette is nicknamed the Duchess of Dalliance, and has the cream of the nobility at her beck and call. It's seriously disruptive to have the duke who's the biggest catch on the Marriage Mart scaring her other suitors away. Then she discovers William's darkest secret and decides what he needs in his life is the kind of excitement only she can provide. The first in a sparkling Regency romance trilogy from acclaimed author Shana Galen following a glittering trio of celebrated courtesans whose fortunes depend on the ton believing the rumors about their mysterious lives. Celebrate the 80th birthday of Regency Romance with great books from Sourcebooks Casablanca! Jewels of a Ton Trilogy: When You Give a Duke a Diamond (Book 1) If You Give a Rake a Ruby (Book 2) Sapphires Are an Earl's Best Friend (Book 3) Praise for Shana Galen: "BRILLIANT AND SEXY! Once you start a Shana Galen book, you won't put it down until you reach the end." —Sophie Jordan, New York Times bestselling author of Wicked in Your Arms "Her engaging characters and strong plotline enhance the spirited dialogue and sense of adventure." —RT Book Reviews

Author: Suzanne Enoch
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0061752134
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 382

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Lust is a Sin . . . Sebastian Griffin, the Duke of Melbourne, has raised his younger siblings, seen to it that they made correct matches, and basically kept everyone in line. Seen as the most powerful man in England, Sebastian has a reputation for propriety and has maintained a scandal-free life. Until now. Josefina Katarina Embry is a beauty, to be sure, but she claims to be the princess of a faraway country. While she dazzles the ton with her wit and charm, Sebastian suspects she's up to something. And he's determined to expose her . . . if only he wasn't so distracted by her brazen sensuality and the irresistible allure of her kiss. Sebastian knows an affair will lead them into scandal, but will the most powerful man in England risk all for a princess of dubious lineage . . . or will he allow a most sinful desire to rule his heart?

Author: Julia London
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416524967
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 385

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Fans of Bridgerton will fall in love with Julia London’s New York Times bestselling “witty, spicy, and funny” (Library Journal) Desperate Debutantes trilogy, in which three aristocratic sisters, upon discovering they are destitute, resort to desperate means to keep up appearances...and find the husbands of their dreams. The young ladies of the Fairchild family have just learned that their stepfather has absconded with their late mother’s fortune. Ava, the eldest, decides to take matters into her own hands and hunts down the notoriously wealthy rakehell Jared Broderick, the Marquis of Middleton and heir to a dukedom. Much to her shock and delight, the marquis sweeps her into a whirlwind romance and proposes marriage. But after their passionate wedding night, Ava discovers Jared has ulterior motives of his own. Not only does he expect her to deliver an heir while he continues to enjoy a rogue’s life, but Ava also suspects she is a pawn in her husband’s quest for revenge. Marriages of convenience might work for some, but for Ava, a loveless bond won’t do. So she devises a bold plan to confront her husband’s demons so that he will be free to give her his heart for the right reason: because she is the only woman he will ever truly desire.

Author: Juliana Gray
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101613009
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322

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Three intrepid princesses find themselves targets in a deadly plot against the crown—until their uncle devises a brilliant plan to keep them safe... England, 1888. Quiet and scholarly Princess Emilie has always avoided adventure, until she’s forced to disguise herself as a tutor in the household of the imposing Duke of Ashland, a former soldier disfigured in battle and abandoned by his wife. When chance draws her into a secret liaison with the duke, Emilie can’t resist the opportunity to learn what lies behind his forbidding mask, and find out what adventure really means... The duke never imagines that his son’s tutor and his mysterious golden-haired beauty are one and the same. But when the true identity of his lover is laid bare, Ashland must face the demons in his past in order to safeguard both his lady—and his heart.

Author: Caroline Linden
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062197975
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 364

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The Way to a Duke’s Heart is the thrilling final chapter in Caroline Linden’s wonderful historical romance series The Truth about the Duke. Linden once again demonstrates why she is a true fan favorite, especially for those who adore the exciting romantic adventures of Liz Carlyle and Elizabeth Boyle. Charles de Lacey, Lord Gresham, is running out of time, running from his responsibilities, and running from love. Destined to be a duke, Charles de Lacey has led a life of decadent pleasure, free of any care for propriety or responsibility. It comes as a terrible shock to learn that he might be stripped of everything, thanks to his father's scandalous past. He has no choice but to find the blackmailer who would ruin him—and his only link to the villain is a woman who may be part of the plot… To save his fortune and title, he vows he'll stop at nothing—in fact, he's all too eager to unravel the beautiful, tart-tongued Tessa Neville. She intrigues him and tempts him like no other lady ever has. With only his heart to guide him, and keenly aware that his entire future is at stake, Charles must decide: is she the woman of his dreams, or an enemy in disguise?

Author: Eliana Piers
Publisher: Eliana Piers
ISBN: 1998281590
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 197

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Love after love is impossible…isn’t it? Lady Audra never dreamed she could love again. Especially not when the man seeking her attention is a notorious rake. But when she convinces herself to enjoy a passionate fling, she’s caught between choosing a comfortable future or a path that might ruin her heart for love. Permanently. Lucas, the Duke of Riddenvile, doesn’t plan to seduce Lady Audra. But somehow, after years of women throwing themselves at him, he finally feels compelled to chase one himself. If only he hadn’t chosen the only woman in the world closed to love. Can Lucas prove to Audra that he isn’t the scoundrel of a rake everyone thinks he is? Will Audra finally open herself up to love for a second time? Read The One With the Scoundrel of a Duke if you love a shy heroine, rebound romance vibes, and sweet and spicy reads. The One With the Scoundrel of a Duke is the sixth standalone novella in the steamy regency romance series, The One With the Wanton Woman: The One With the Rogue and the Reader The One With the Duke's Curvy Bride The One With the Duke, a Scandal, and a Mistletoe The One With the Redeemed Rake The One With the Wayward Duke The One With the Scoundrel of a Duke *This is Book #33 in the Wicked Widows’ series, a multi-author collaboration.