Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, 1840.Preparations for the young Queen Victoria’s wedding have thrown all of London into a frenzy – but for Lady Emily Sumner, her own marital dilemmas eclipse all the excitement! Forbidden to marry her beloved Lieutenant Richard Lawrence by her strict, status-conscious mama, Emily’s chance at wedded bliss seems out of reach…But as Maid of Honour to the Queen, Emily discovers she has a secret weapon – royal approval! And with Queen Victoria’s blessing, surely Emily’s happy ending can’t be too far behind…?
An Unwilling MistressDuncan, Lord Risley, is challenged by a bet to try his luck with actress Madeleine Charron–when he should be looking for a suitable wife. He takes her to dinner, and discovers strong feelings for this beautiful woman who is so clearly a lady. But how can he contemplate marrying outside his class?Madeleine yearns to be accepted by society, but she is not willing to become any man's chère amie. The burning question is: what is more important–love or reputation?
Shocking Society!Jane had broken her engagement to Harry Hemingford and sent him packing after his scandalous behavior. So why was he back now, just when Mr. Allworthy had proposed? Her suitor was undoubtedly a good match, but had she ever really fallen out of love with Harry?Was safety really more important than the joyous happiness she found in Harry's arms? Perhaps Society's opinion should just go hang!
Includes: The Disgraced MarchionessWidowed and with a babe in arms, Eleanor cannot indulge her secret desire for handsome Henry Faringdon. But when it is claimed that she was never legally married, only Henry can uncover the truth behind the wicked allegation. Includes: A Damnable Rogue Emma Somerton is thankful that an old schoolfriend wants her for a companion – until it puts her at the mercy of the Marquis of Lytham.Angered at his apparent intention to make her his mistress, Emma is equally horrified to discover her own desire to accept his proposal!
The Rake’s Last Mistress!Determined to overthrow a notorious smuggling operation, gentleman thieftaker Sir Ashley Saunders will let nothing stand in his way! Until he runs up against spirited Pippa Kingslake, who’s just as determined to protect her own interests… With a string of demanding mistresses in his past, Ash thinks he’ll handle Pippa with ease.Still unsure where her loyalties lie, Ash vows to keep her safe. But could Pippa’s fierce independence end Ash’s case – and his rakish ways?The Piccadilly Gentlemen’s Club Seeking justice, finding love
From runaway miss – to viscount’s bride! As a member of the renowned Piccadilly Gentlemen’s Club, Jonathan Leinster has been instructed to ensure the return of a runaway. Little does he realise that meeting spirited Louise Vail will change his life for ever…Having discovered she was adopted, Louise has fled to her birthplace, hoping to find her family – but handsome, charming Jonathan stops her in her tracks! His task is simple: escort Louise promptly home. Yet all he wants to do is claim her as his own!The Piccadilly Gentlemen’s Club Seeking justice, finding love
Wanted: Wife and MotherHomeless and penniless, Rosamund is forced to marry Harry, Lord Portman. In return for a comfortable life, she must produce an heir! But, far from sweeping her into his bed, Harry seems determined to keep her at arm’s length!His attraction to Rosamund unsettles Harry, and threatens the terms of their convenient marriage – and his undercover work bringing criminals to justice! Guilt over his first wife’s death tortures Harry. But when Rosamund falls into danger, he has to find the courage to let go of the past and fight for the woman he loves…The Piccadilly Gentlemen’s Club Seeking justice, finding love
She’s revived his heart – but who is she? Driven by grief and an implacable thirst for vengeance, Captain James Drymore has one sole purpose in life: to hunt down the men who killed his wife. But when he sees a beautiful young lady in distress James allows himself to become distracted for the first time…Having rescued Amy, James discovers she didn’t escape unscathed – she has lost her memory! As the conflicted Captain slowly puts together the complex pieces of his mysterious lady’s past, James realises he needs to let go of his own. Can he and Amy build a new future – together?
RESCUE FROM AN UNLIKELY SOURCE Abducted and taken aboard a merchant ship bound for India, Charlotte Gilpin desperately searches for ways to escape. The heiress certainly doesn’t expect rescue from the most unlikely of sources – Captain Alexander Carstairs, a man with whom she has crossed swords in the past.Alex isn’t sure what to make of Charlotte’s claim to have been kidnapped – he wouldn’t put it past this spirited woman to have cooked the whole thing up to avoid her father’s matchmaking. But in the confines of the ship this confirmed bachelor unexpectedly finds Charlotte getting under his skin…again!Piccadilly Gentlemen’s Club Seeking justice, finding love
STOWAWAY… OR WIFE!Commodore John Drymore’s mission is clear: sail to France, rescue Comte Giradet from prison and bring him and his daughter back to England safely. But Lisette Giradet defies the Commodore at every turn and soon gets under his skin more deeply than the bullet in his arm.Desperate to rescue her brother from the guillotine, Lisette smuggles herself back on board ship. With her life in jeopardy she’s given no choice – she must assume the role of the Commodore’s wife!The Piccadilly Gentlemen’s Club Seeking justice, finding love!
When their parents married, James, Earl of Corringham, and Lady Lavinia Stanmore became as close as brother and sister. Now, years later, James has outgrown his rakish ways and is burning with a love for her that he longs to reveal.However, he faces a rival in the mysterious Lord Wincote. Torn between James and the handsome stranger, Lavinia's feelings are thrown into turmoil. But is this man really what he seems? The more Lord Wincote persists, the more Lavinia wonders if she should be looking for love a little closer to home….
Just who is Miss Fanny Draper? Alexander, Viscount Malvers, is sure the beautiful girl on the public coach is not who she says she is. Her shabby clothing and claim of being a companion cannot hide the fact that she is Quality. He's intrigued. This captivating miss is definitely running away, but from what-or whom?Alex is adept at getting under her guard, but Lady Emma Lindsay must keep up the pretence. As her feelings grow, so does her dilemma. Maybe a lady can follow her heart, but a poor companion certainly can't-and Miss Fanny Draper she must remain!
ALL SHE WANTED WAS A LITTLE ADVENTURE…Even though she adores her godmother, Molly Martineau cannot help but find life in the countryside a little dull! At seventeen, she longs for balls and parties and the excitement of a London season. So who could blame her for finding the dashing Captain Stacey very attractive? And surely it was not entirely silly to follow him on the road to London? Forced to take the waif under his wing, the captain soon realizes that his heart may be in trouble! But with his affairs in such a tangle, what could he offer a gently bred girl?
Well over six feet tall, with broad, broad shoulders, he was the best-looking man Lady Lucinda Vernley had ever seen–and the most insufferably rude! With her family expecting her to make a good marriage according to her station, how could she possibly be fantasizing about a man she had seen working on her father's estate? It was tempting, though, to dream of a world where there were no social boundaries or rules.Myles Moorcroft didn't dress the gentleman, but by his manner there was something about him that had Lucy well and truly attracted and intrigued. . . .
RUMORS WERE FLYING Her name was on everyone's lips. They were agog to find out what Miss Elizabeth Harley had been doing down at the East India Docks. And in such shocking apparel! Why, her uncle's generosity in giving her a London season had been thrown back in his face.Elizabeth had not meant to sully her good name. All she'd craved was a chance to travel. Andrew Melhurst had come to her rescue when she needed him most, but should she consider marrying him to save her reputation?
Indulge your fantasies of delicious Regency Rakes, fierce Viking warriors and rugged Highlanders. Be swept away into a world of intense passion, lavish settings and romance that burns brightly through the centuriesSecrets and Scandals! Impoverished beauty Diana Bywater must keep her circumstances secret – her job at Harecrofts depends on it! Then an unwanted marriage proposal from the younger Harecroft son threatens everything… No stranger to secrets himself, Captain Richard Harecroft is suspicious of this obviously gently reared girl who has turned his brother’s head. He is determined to discover if she is a gold-digger out to exploit the family.But the closer he gets, the more the mystery of Diana deepens – and the more he desires her as his bride!
Olivia Pledger, through her own willfulness, found herself stranded in Portugal in the middle of the Peninsular War! A resourceful lady, she was determined to work her way back to the British lines and so get herself home to England.But in foraging a deserted mansion, she was discovered by Robert Lynmount, who had been cashiered in disgrace from Wellington's army. Although intent on scouting unofficially for Wellington until he could clear his name, now Robert felt responsible for Olivia's safety. In such circumstances, falling in love was crazy, and personal feeling could not be allowed to count….
She'll be no old maid!Independently wealthy, Miss Anne Hemingford acts upon her generous grandfather's final wish that she should go out into Society and make a proper life for herself. Accompanying her aunt to Brighton for the summer, Anne is frustrated by the lack of purpose in those around her. The exception is Dr. Justin Tremayne.He is a man Anne can truly admire for his commitment to helping the poor. Apparently Justin is unsuitable marriage material, but at twenty-seven, she is prepared to ignore Society and go with her heart. Her hopes are sadly dashed by the arrival of Mrs. Sophie Tremayne, Justin's sister-in-law. There is some mystery surrounding her–and it intimately involves the man Anne has come to love….
How could she put things right without a scandal?Miss Sophie Roswell wanted to marry. But as she was an heiress, surely her money would attract the wrong kind of man? Her ingenious solution–to switch places with her cousin Charlotte for the Season! When she met Richard, Viscount Braybrooke, she knew she'd made a terrible mistake. Although he was looking for a wife, he had to fulfill his duty as heir to a dukedom. And Sophie was now apparently ineligible….
A woman worth fighting for!Dr Simon Redfern has risked his heart – and his reputation – over a woman once before. So when he meets Kate Meredith, who is helping a ragged child, he’s shocked to find himself longing to make the warm-hearted young widow his wife…Despite family disapproval, Kate volunteers to work at Simon’s children’s home, and her growing feelings for him throw her into confusion. For, longing to have children of her own, she has accepted a viscount’s proposal. But Simon is the only man she can now contemplate as their father…
AN UNSUITABLE ALLIANCERecently returned from the battlefields of Waterloo, the last thing wounded war hero Viscount Cavenham anticipates is a conflict in his home town! But that is exactly what Miles gets when he comes up against rebellious campaigner for justice and equality Helen Wayland.At first Miles relishes having headstrong, outspoken Helen as his foe, but as they continue to cross swords their animosity turns to attraction. Suddenly Miles finds he no longer wants Helen as his enemy – he’d like to make this unsuitable miss his wife!
At a time when having a baby out of wedlock is a disgrace and means certain ruin, Annette Ryston is at her wits' end.Rejected by the father of her child, turned away from her work and her home she is determined to bring her son up to the best of her ability by taking in sewing, unaware that there is someone looking for her.The encounter with Major Charles Ashbrooke, when it comes, makes her realise how fragile is the life she has built around herself and how easily it could fall around her ears. But Annette is not all she seems and Charles recognises there is a mystery to be solved and in solving it, finds himself revising his opinion of the lovely girl…
Isabella's grandfather, the Earl of Westmere, insists she take a husband – and she must choose which of her four second cousins it must be. In desperation, Bella turns to Robert Huntley, the cousin with whom she's shared many a childhood adventure.A distinguished captain of the Hussars, Robert finds himself agreeing to her outrageous suggestion of a pretend engagement. He tells Bella he has no desire to be shackled in a loveless marriage, and their engagement must end once she's had a Season in town. Why, then, is he tantalized by thoughts of Bella, and the pleasures their marriage could bring them both?
For one long, hot summer Frances and Marcus had meant everything to each other. And then he betrayed her by marrying someone else. At seventeen, Frances had possessed an inner fire, a joy of life. Now, years later, Marcus, Duke of Loscoe, is confounded by the ice-cold society hostess she has become.Having learned how to suppress her youthful dreams and desires, Frances, Countess of Carringham, can't deny she's pained to hear that Marcus is looking for a new wife to care for his motherless child. Nor can she disguise that she is still susceptible to his charm….