Regency Era Fiction

When the tragic death of her gamester father leaves her destitute and alone, society beauty Sylvia Stafford finds work as a governess in a merchant's household in Cheapside. Isolated from the fashionable acquaintance of her youth, she resigns herself to lonely spinsterhood, until a mysterious visitor convinces her to temporarily return to her former life - and her former love.

Living under the shadow of her controlling uncle, Lady Georgiana Bryson finds solace in her covert literary endeavors and her faithful greyhound, Flint. Regarded as a wallflower, Georgiana has shied away from love until she crosses paths with the handsome Earl of Huntingdon. Could that finally be what the poets write about? Victor Colborne, the Earl of Huntingdon, presents a mask of carefree abandon to society, secretly nursing a heart still raw from his fiancée’s death. Devoted to scholarly pursuits—and the mysterious novels of an author who seems to understand his very soul, he ...

Miss Laura Templeton has always been in her sister’s shadow, until the latter disappears without a trace, nights before her wedding. With scandal looming ahead, Laura must marry her sister’s fiancé, even if she finds him vexing. Could this marriage of necessity lead her to a love most unexpected? When Benedict Cooke, the Earl of Rosemont, announces his intention to marry one of the Miss Templeton sisters, little does he know his betrothed would vanish. To avoid dishonor, he has one option left: to marry the other sister. What if fate led him to the right Miss Templeton, though? As ...

Miss Eileen Walton has been the talk of London for all the wrong reasons. Determined to put the past behind her, she adopts a new identity as a lowly maid. Under the name Connie Knowles, she seeks work with the surrounding aristocrats. Soon enough, she lands in the employment of a charming viscount, but what initially seems like a blessing might reveal itself to be a curse. The viscount is everything Eileen has ever dreamed of, but Connie can’t possibly act on her feelings without compromising her new beginning... As Eileen comes to terms with her newfound identity, can she keep her past ...

Miss Hannah Ballard is not looking for love. She has a fortune at her disposal and a passion for painting that outstrips the ladylike conventions of the day, and a man will only slow her down. However, when an intriguing invitation from the new Duke of Rutherford disrupts her quiet existence, Hannah finds herself torn. Will she give this mysterious man a chance, or let her preconceptions stand in the way? The newly appointed Duke of Rutherford, Simon Maddox, faces the challenge of restoring his dilapidated estate while grappling with his reluctance to embrace the responsibilities of his ...

Lady Eliza Greystone has always preferred pressed flowers to suitors, secretly studying medicinal herbs instead of society’s expected accomplishments. But a chance encounter at a Cheapside apothecary draws her into a gentleman’s perilous quest and into a path that might threaten both her reputation and her heart. Nathaniel Thorne, the rightful Earl of Westraven, has returned from years in exile to reclaim his stolen birthright. Yet he never expected to find strength in the gentle courage of an unconventional lady nor to feel a pull toward her that tempts him to share the shadows of a ...

Miss Emma Arden has always cherished her quiet, independent life on the outskirts of London, devoted to learning about healing, botany and knowledge far beyond what society expects of her. That is until Nicholas Courteney, a charming man, enters her world- and then suddenly disappears just as quickly, making her lose her faith in love… When Oliver Courteney, the stern and commanding Earl of Mistwood, learns that Emma could be ruined by scandal after his cousin’s sudden disappearance, he steps in to protect her honor. As he shields her from society by offering himself as her husband, he ...

The sophisticated Cassandra Rivers has always been an outcast in her family, finding herself at odds with the demands of the ton. Uninterested in balls and superficial conversations, she seeks solace in her books rather than the pursuit of a suitor. However, her unbearable mother’s pressure to marry and a fateful mistake bring Cassandra dancing by the side of a surprisingly interesting Lord. If only her sister would not suddenly become interested in him as well... Can Cassandra finally take a stand for her true desires and bravely pursue romance? Lucius Spencer, Duke of Richmond, a man of...

As a maid to Baron Atterbury’s daughter, Maggie Hay never expected anything more. She knew her place, even when her Lady’s behavior made her want to forget. Yet, when a strange chance encounter at a ball brings her face to face with a charming man who makes her heart flutter in a way that it shouldn’t, everything changes… Maggie ends up being drawn into a mystery that could threaten everything she holds dear, but also bring hope to her life. Will she manage to uncover the truth in time or will she sacrifice her own happiness for the sake of honor? Amidst the grandeur of his country ...

Cast out from the only home she has ever known, Amelia Wilson is desperate to forge a path on her own. With nothing but false papers and a mysterious silver locket, she takes up a post as governess at Everleigh Manor. Can Amelia ignore the beating of her own heart when she meets the manor’s master, the charming Duke of Belvoir? Julian Everleigh never wanted to be the Duke of Belvoir. Trained for the sea, not society, he finds himself drowning in debts and his father’s cryptic last words. When he meets the new governess his sister employed, emotion comes into play. Will Julian choose to ...

Lady Isabella Collingwood was once known for her untamed spirit, cherished only by her twin brother and his closest friend, Simon Lyndon. To them, she was perfect as she was. Her parents however saw fit to exile her to Ireland, hoping to refine her into a proper lady. After five long years, Bella returns, but she's no longer the wild child she once was- not to the eyes of others at least. When Simon's gaze meets hers, she wonders if he still sees her as the girl he once knew… Could it be that the wild Bella, and the tenderness she once shared with Simon, are forever gone? The Honorable Mr...

Rushing back home from France, Eleanor Ashby finds her dying grandmother with one last wish: Eleanor must complete an impossible task before her twenty-first birthday or lose her place as the sole heir to the Ashby fortune. She only has eight weeks to succeed... After losing his wife and child, Nathaniel Pembroke, Duke of Devonshire, vowed never to love again. Yet, when his aunt invites Eleanor to stay at Pembroke Hall, Nathanie's resolve weakens as her beauty challenges him at every turn and his walls begin to crack. As they grow closer, Eleanor and Nathaniel must confront the weight of ...

Lady Flora Mackenzie refuses to marry for anything but love, no matter how urgently her brother insists. Proud of her Scottish roots, she escapes a suffocating London ball for the quiet of the stables—only to stumble upon a mysterious gentleman, an unfortunate accident, and a scandal that changes everything… Lord Alexander Huxley never wanted a wife, least of all one forced upon him by gossip. Fresh from the Royal Navy, he is bound by honour to marry the fiery Highland beauty. Her wit and courage stir something he thought long lost, even as the shadows of his past urge him to keep his ...

In the glittering ballrooms of London, Lady Alicia Carver stands apart from the willowy young ladies, painfully aware of the whispers about her curves and unconventional beauty. While she finds joy as guardian to her lively ward, Alicia is haunted by her past encounters with the ton. Despite her reluctance, she agrees to one final Season in London to seek a husband. When fate intertwines her path with Henry, her heart stirs, but painful memories make her question if a future with him is even possible. Can Alicia let go of the past, or is her dream of love beyond reach? Henry Bishop, Duke of...

Juliette Harcourt's hopes are dashed when her long-awaited suitor, Nicholas, returns not with a proposal, but with news of his engagement to another. Heartbroken and reeling from disappointment, Juliette crosses paths once more with Alexander, the Marquis of Cavendish, a man she shared a fleeting encounter with a year ago in the secrecy of an orangery. Can Juliette summon the strength to let go of her unrequited love and embrace the possibility of a new path with Alexander? Alexander, burdened by societal expectations and pressured to wed, finds himself drawn to Juliette's quiet strength ...

Miss Juliette Fairhaven’s life changes overnight when her father’s death leaves her family destitute. To survive, she becomes governess to two unruly twins and their strict—but undeniably handsome—uncle, the Duke of Blackwood. Will the mischievous girls lead her to an unexpected love? Nathaniel Blackwood, the Duke of Blackwood, is at his wit’s end. His orphaned nieces are a handful, and the weight of an unwanted title leaves him struggling. When the newest governess proves to be infuriatingly unconventional, Nathaniel must decide if strictness is truly the answer… or if Juliette...

Returning from a grand tour of Europe, Johanna Follett is full of hopes and expectations for the future. She has always lived life on her own terms, her heart set on botanical studies and exploring the world beyond Regency society's constraints. Yet, when an unintended encounter with the Earl of Beaumont thrusts her into a scandal she was not expecting, and with marriage being the only way to save her name, Johanna embarks on a match she neither courted nor desired... Will she be able to reclaim her dreams amidst the suffocating scrutiny of the ton, or will she be forever trapped in her ...

Evangeline Nightingale has always eschewed the notion of marriage, having witnessed its failures in her own family lineage. Instead, she has devoted her life to the noble pursuit of healing, becoming renown for her miraculous abilities from a young age. Yet, when she crosses paths with Lord Leonard Campbell, her courage is put to the ultimate test. Unveiling a sinister plot, she must tread carefully to protect her blossoming affection for him… Will she untangle the truth before danger consumes them both? Lord Leonard Campbell, Duke of Somerset, is burdened by the recent loss of his ...

Lady Charlotte Huntington always trusted her parents, even when they arranged her marriage to a man she had never met. However, when the stern Duke of Richmond all but ignores her on their wedding day, Charlotte questions everything. Not only is she in a new home with a husband who neglects her, but she also has to deal with servants who seem less than keen to serve their new duchess. Refusing to be silenced, Charlotte confronts her husband, sparking an unexpected friendship that soon blossoms into love. Just as happiness seems within reach, a jealous brother-in-law threatens to tear them ...

In the aftermath of a family torn apart by betrayal, Sophie Holmes finds herself at the mercy of her brother's demands to get married to an unnerving Duke. While she longs to find love on her own terms, her once-promised freedom fades into the shadows of duty and expectation. As the Season begins and the courtship forced upon her seems a dead end, her brother's friend, Harry, emerges as an unexpected ally. Soon, Sophie agrees to follow his scheme and pretend courtship to shield themselves from the relentless pursuit of unwanted suitors. If only she knew she would be trapped in her well-...