Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1492631523 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 354
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Two classic Regency romances from beloved bestselling author Jane Ashford When London society debarks to their country estates, the courtships are no less heated... RIVALS OF FORTUNE — Joanna Rowntree thought she would die of a broken heart when her one true love married another—until not one but two fascinating newcomers appear on neighboring estates. As the roughhewn Jonathan Erland and the polished Sir Rollin Denby engage in a heated competition for her hand, Joanna realizes her heart is alive and well—but to whom will she give it? THE IMPETUOUS HEIRESS — When spoiled Lady Alicia Alston, privileged daughter of a duke, is accidentally tossed into a ravine after a wild gallop with Ian MacClain, Earl of Cairnyllan, she expects a proposal as soon as is convenient. The stubborn Scot has other ideas. It takes a headlong journey to prevent an elopement to give Alicia and Ian a chance to clear up misunderstandings and figure out what they find so damnably passion-inducing about one another... "Deft writing...an engaging cast of characters...a charming plot and a just the right amount of sensuality." —RT Book Reviews, 4 stars for The Bride Insists "Marvelous...the perfect blend of interesting, emotionally complex, and openhearted protagonists." —Publishers Weekly Starred Review, for Married to a Perfect Stranger
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1728229650 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 308
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Two sparkling stories for the price of one! A duo of sweet historical romances from "one of the premier Regency writers," author Jane Ashford. The Repentant Rebel: At age 17, Diana Gresham eloped with a rogue who left her before even reaching Gretna Green. After years hiding this secret, she thinks she's finally due for some joy in her life again when she meets kind Captain Robert Wilton. Just as things are looking up, Diana's past lover returns, threatening to reveal her secret if she won't marry him to secure his position with her wealth. Is keeping her secret worth losing Robert's love? Meddlesome Miranda: Miss Miranda Dennison's improper appetite for adventure lands her in a maze of romance and intrigue when she meets the mysterious Alan Creighton on an isolated estate straight out of a gothic novel... Now Miranda might be in over her head—both in love and danger. Can she find her way to a happy ending before it's too late? "Jane Ashford absolutely delights."—Night Owl Reviews TOP PICK for Nothing Like a Duke
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1728217385 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 252
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What's a lady to do when the man standing in her way might also be the man of her dreams? Henry Deeping and Kate Meacham seem to clash every time they meet. Kate is frustrated by the change in her status following the death of her grandfather, a legendary figure in diplomatic circles. As a lone single woman, she is now effectively nobody, even though she knows everyone and has made important contributions to diplomacy in the past. Henry, just joining the Foreign Office, is wondering how to make his mark. They agree to an exchange—Henry will serve as Kate's escort to important events to which she is no longer invited, and Kate will introduce him to the important people she knows so well. But when they spot a foreign agent they thought had been apprehended, they decide to investigate on their own, enlisting a motley group of friends and relying on each other to uncover the truth... Praise for A Duke Too Far: "An effervescent Regency romantic mystery."—Kirkus Reviews "Superbly executed...a daringly different kind of Regency historical."—Booklist "Complex characters, subtle romance, and all the sparkling wit and flirtatious banter of a Georgette Heyer novel."—Publishers Weekly
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 149266345X Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 224
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A poignant Regency romance full of secrets and a love worth fighting for from bestselling author Jane Ashford. This heart of mine cannot be mended... Peter Rathbone, Duke of Compton, is mourning the loss of his sister Delia, but the work of keeping his family's deteriorating estate afloat is never done. When Miss Ada Grandison, a close friend of his sister, arrives with a mysterious letter that she claims holds the secret to saving the family home, Peter is skeptical to say the least...and his life is about to get even more complicated. This one is mine to help heal... Ada is eager to do whatever she can to help the Rathbones. She brings clues that Delia claimed would change everything for the family and that lead Ada and Peter on a hunt to unravel the past. But they'll have to face their painful memories—and their true feelings for each other—to discover the truth.
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1728220637 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 264
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Bestselling Regency romance author Jane Ashford brings the reader inside the Prince Regent's palace for a thrilling romance "Jane Ashford absolutely delights."—Night Owl Reviews, TOP PICK Lord Alan Gresham is a bit embarrassed when the Prince Regent demands that he abandon his science experiments to work on an extremely important project—getting rid of a ghost. Alan is determined to debunk this obvious hoax as quickly as possible—until he meets a maddeningly forthright beauty. Ariel Harding is also on a mission to discover the source behind the hauntings. She's initially unimpressed with Alan, but they soon realize that working together will get them the answers they seek. But only if they can keep their hands off each other... The Duke's Sons Series: A Favor for the Prince (Prequel) Heir to the Duke (Book 1) What the Duke Doesn't Know (Book 2) Lord Sebastian's Secret (Book 3) Nothing Like a Duke (Book 4) The Duke Knows Best (Book 5) Praise for The Duke's Sons series: "With her usual flair for subtle characterization and polished writing expertly leavened with dry wit, Ashford delivers another superbly crafted addition to her Duke's Sons series...required reading for fans of cleverly conceived, smartly written Regency historical romances."—Booklist "Jane Ashford has become synonymous with outstanding classic Regency romances."—Night Owl Reviews, TOP PICK "There's plenty of wit, matchmaking, sweetness and sensuality to keep readers highly entertained."—RT Book Reviews "Ashford soars to new heights of literary excellence by creating a cleverly conceived story that takes all the traditional elements readers love in Regency romances and making everything seem refreshingly new. Throw in Ashford's gift for creating intriguingly different characters and her dry sense of humor, and you have a romance worth cherishing."—Booklist "Graced with lively wit, excellent period detail, and appealing protagonists, this fetching romp enthusiastically launches Ashford's new series."—Library Journal
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1492621668 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 233
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"Satisfying . . . Ashford's knack for expressing modern-feeling relationship dynamics while never stepping out of period makes this story especially easy to enjoy."—Publishers Weekly, STARRED Review A Pink of the ton and a bluestocking can have nothing in common. Except an incendiary attraction, a sinister enemy, and a determination to discover why they can't resist each other. Lord Robert Gresham has given up all hope that the beautiful and independent Flora Jennings will ever take him seriously. He heads to an exclusive country house party to forget about the beauty haunting his thoughts. Too bad the lady in question has no intention of being forgotten. The Duke's Sons Series: Heir to the Duke (Book 1) What the Duke Doesn't Know (Book 2) Lord Sebastian's Secret (Book 3) Nothing Like a Duke (Book 4) The Duke Knows Best (Book 5) Praise for Jane Ashford: "Fabulous romance with wonderful characters... I couldn't put this book down." —Night Owl Reviews Top Pick for Heir to the Duke, 4 1/2 Stars "Graced with lively wit, excellent period detail, and appealing protagonists...a fetching romp." —Library Journal for Heir to the Duke "Enchanting story...charming romance...readers will be delighted." —RT Book Reviews for What the Duke Doesn't Know, 4 Stars "Fabulous series...every bit is a joy to read." —Fresh Fiction for What the Duke Doesn't Know
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 149269794X Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 315
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"Wonderfully diverting." —Fresh Fiction for Last Gentleman Standing The Reluctant Rake Proper, elegant Miss Julia Devere is shocked when she spies her fiancé in the arms of another woman. She awakens to the fact that the game of love can be played by very different rules than her own. And unless she can beat this new mistress at her own game, Julia stands to lose all that she suddenly realizes she wants. How to Beguile a Baron Miss Susan Wyndham's and Miss Marianne MacClain's debut at the first ball of the season is ruined when they realize they're wearing the same gown—and enamored of the same gentleman. Randal Kenyon, Baron Ellerton, is the most eligible lord in London. And far from making peace, he sparks a battle between the pair of dazzling young beauties who now want only him. Praise for Brave New Earl: "A refreshingly different, sweetly romantic love story."—Booklist "Readers will be charmed."—BookPage
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1492663425 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 231
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"A refreshingly different, sweetly romantic love story [readers] will long remember."—Booklist for Brave New Earl The Marquess of Chatton and his neighbor Fenella Fairclough have known each other all their lives. They refused to marry each other years ago when their parents demanded it, and they won't concede now—even if circumstances have brought these former enemies much closer than they ever could have anticipated... The Way to a Lord's Heart: Brave New Earl (Book 1) A Lord Apart (Book 2) How to Cross a Marquess (Book 3) Praise for Jane Ashford: "Absolutely delightful...strong characters and interesting obstacles... a must read."—Night Owl Reviews for Brave New Earl "Wonderfully diverting...I give Last Gentleman Standing an enthusiastic recommendation."—Fresh Fiction for Last Gentleman Standing "Expertly crafted...another triumph of nuanced characterization and sparkling wit."—Booklist for Nothing Like a Duke "Vivid characters and lively plots...Conveyed with warmth and tenderness."—Publishers Weekly for Lord Sebastian's Secret
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1492663360 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 248
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An Earl mired in melancholy is no match for a determined woman... Widower Benjamin Romilly, Earl of Furness, has given up hope of finding happiness. His wife died in childbirth five years ago, leaving him with a broken heart and a child who only reminds him of his loss. Miss Jean Saunders is a cousin by marriage. She doted on Benjamin's late Countess, and can't bear it when she hears rumors that the Earl is too bereaved to care for his young son. She arrives on the scene to evaluate his fitness as a father, and if necessary, to take his son away. Jean's sudden eruption into the Earl's household simultaneously infuriates and invigorates him. She may be the only person who can breathe life into his neglected home—and his aching heart... The Way to a Lord's Heart: Brave New Earl (Book 1) What People Are Saying About Jane Ashford: "Jane Ashford absolutely delights."—Night Owl Reviews "Filled with wit and charm."—Fresh Fiction for Nothing Like a Duke "Expertly crafted...another triumph of nuanced characterization and sparkling wit."—Booklist for Nothing Like a Duke
Author: Jane Ashford Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. ISBN: 1492663484 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 352
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This beautiful, sweet Regency romance from beloved author Jane Ashford takes you to a glittering world of revelations and romance, where a lonely earl can find love where he least expects it... Arthur Shelton, Earl of Macklin, has helped four young noblemen recover from grief and find love, but he's learned to live his own life as a widower. Yet when he returns home after traveling, his estate feels too empty, and he quickly heads to London. There, he encounters Teresa Alvarez de Granada, a charming Spanish noblewoman and is immediately entranced. There is no room for earls in the quiet, safe life Teresa has finally found for herself. The earl might be charming and handsome, but she knows firsthand how dangerous attraction can be. The more determined Teresa is to discourage Arthur, the more entangled they get, and it's only a matter of time before her respect for him starts to feel a lot like love. Praise for Jane Ashford's Regency romances: "Humor, drama, mystery, romance, intrigue, and a surprising ending."—Harlequin Junkie for How to Cross a Marquess "An irresistible love story."—Library Journal for A Duke Too Far "Expertly crafted...another triumph of nuanced characterization and sparkling wit."—Booklist for Nothing Like a Duke
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford
Author: Jane Ashford