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Esther Whitton has gladly spent the last few months enjoying the quiet calmness of a Yorkshire winter, devouring books and attempting to keep herself from falling for a man she knows she can never have. But when her Great-uncle Danby announces they're all going to London for the season, she decides it's time to step out of her comfort zone and follow her heart before it's given away to another.

Two short stories that feature the original Wetherby Bride, and one of Ms. Knight-Catania's most beloved characters, Katherine Wetherby Hart, the Duchess of Weston. The Perfect Kiss, a Wetherby Brides Short Story. The original Wetherby Bride, Katherine Wetherby, is in a tizzy! Her brother's friend, the Duke of Weston, has come for a visit, and no matter how hard she tries, she can't seem to hold herself together when she's in his presence. Rather than face up to the romantic feelings she has for the duke, she decides to play matchmaker.

Engaged to a reprehensible baron, Bianca Manning knows she must do something to escape her fate. She decides that a Romany camp is the last place her mad fiance would think to look for her. The last thing Emilian Carrol needs is a spirited Englishwoman in his life, but he can't seem to say no when she begs to hide out in his tribe's camp. And maybe she's just the thing he needs to help heal his wounded heart.

Hannah, Lady Beeston, can't say she's sorry that her husband is dead. The past 10 years have been anything but blissful, and seeing as they culminated in her being shot (albeit accidentally), she just can't find it in her heart to be sad. But it leaves her with a bad leg and an uncertain future - two things she isn't sure she can get past. Dr. Graham Alcott is more than happy with his quiet bachelor lifestyle. He spends his days tending to the sick and his nights studying by candlelight.

Lady Elizabeth Wetherby, formerly Crawley, has married the wrong man, after being duped by his identical twin brother. Now, to escape scandal, she and her new husband have taken refuge at Dunbocan, their Scottish estate. Having been a highly popular and active member of the ton, she worries that being stranded in the Highlands will be a horrible bore. But how can one be bored when a ghost haunts one's home? Michael Wetherby has been in love with Elizabeth Crawley, now Wetherby, since the day he met her. So, when his identical twin brother suggested they trade places one night, he was happy to oblige.

Grace Clarke is no longer willing to accept the position of "poor relations". Her sister has married well and taken her under her wing, so with her new connections, it ought to be a breeze to find a wealthy, titled gentleman to help elevate her station in life. Of course she never expects him to find her. Especially not in such a compromising position. But once she gets over her humiliation, she discovers that the duke next door is far more than just a duke.

Lady Lenora Temple has always been a spirited young woman, unafraid to challenge the conventions of Bath’s high society. However, when her twin sisters marry, she is confronted with the reality that her future depends on finding a suitable husband. Despite her reluctance, Lenora cannot help but wonder if the enigmatic Dorian de Clare, with his charm and mystery, could be the perfect match. Beneath his flawless exterior, though, could there be more to him than what meets the eye? Dorian de Clare is used to society's expectations, but has always kept others at a distance. However, ...

Anthony Beck, Viscount Redgrave, has always done what was expected of his title and station. Ever the dutiful son, he abides by his mother’s requests even when they tend to the ridiculous. There is no other reason, after all, that he would visit a gypsy camp to acquire a piece of dead mistletoe that should rejuvenated itself once he is on the path of true love. Luckily at the gypsy camp, he happens upon the one lady he’s always wanted to court. Unfortunately, she’s in love with her guardian…

Lady Nora DeVere, orphaned at a tender age, lives under the oppressive control of her uncle, a Viscount who recently lost a significant investment. Determined to marry her off to the highest bidder to restore his fortunes, he accepts a marriage proposal from the Earl of Bannon on her behalf. Nora, who treasures her freedom and has dreams of her own, is horrified at the prospect of marrying a stranger, but sees no escape from the dreadful fate imposed upon her. Will Nora overcome her fear of losing her independence and try to give the brooding Earl a chance? Two years after the tragic death ...

The Custodian Guard have stood watch over the Emperor's Palace on Terra since the foundation of the Imperium. Charged with protecting the Master of Mankind from all threats, within and without, their fearsome resolve is renowned throughout the galaxy, and their golden armour is the last thing that a would-be assassin or saboteur will ever see.

When Silas Anson inherits the earldom of Lichfield from a father he never knew, he has one goal: protect his siblings. To do so, he eyes an arranged marriage with the daughter of the marquess of Blandford. Except Lady Mallory Hughes isn’t the normal debutante he expects. She’s inherited her family’s gift for predicting the future. For years, her family has kept her hidden away from society. If she is ever to have a chance at an independent existence - and love - she must get through this week without alerting Silas about her visions. But when Mallory touches Silas, she sees his death.

Miss Miranda Vail had set her cap on Wesley Claxton, Marquess Epworth during her first Season, even though he considered her feather-brained for believing in ghosts. However, she hadn’t let his opinion deter her and the two became grand friends, though Miranda secretly wished for more. Miranda’s quirkiness captured Wesley’s passion, and heart, despite himself. He was, after all, a reasonable gentleman of logic, and could not accept the existence of ghosts. It simply wasn’t scientific. Unfortunately, his denial of the possibility might just cost Miranda her life.

Lady Patience Post is about to lose the one thing she really wants for Christmas - the sweetest kitten in all the world. But unless she can figure out a way to save the little ball of fluff, her brother will toss the cat unceremoniously out into the snow. Luckily, a summons from the Duke of Danby arrives at the perfect time for a feline reprieve. Now if only the little Angora can behave himself in Yorkshire over the holidays so she can devise the perfect plan to keep him.

Benjamin Wetherby, Earl of Glastonbury and heir to the Marquessate of Eastleigh, has just received an urgent letter from home. His father is dying and he must return to England at once. Benjamin is a man bound by honor and duty, to both his country and his family. So, despite his reservations, he leaves his life in New York City behind so he may find a wife and assume his role as the Marquess of Eastleigh.

The Throneworld is in turmoil, wracked by the opening of the Great Rift and the failure of the Astronomican. Inquisitor Erasmus Crowl, his mind and body ravaged by what he has seen in the Hollow Mountain, is missing, taking with him the clues to the conspiracy that has come to obsess him. Luce Spinoza, his interrogator, must choose whether to seek him out or defend her diminished realm from the many forces that still seek to destroy it. As enemies circle, Interrogator Spinoza enters a race against time to find the evidence she needs.

Su vida está a punto de experimentar un gran cambio. Anne Sonbour debe viajar a Londres para participar en la temporada social y encontrar un esposo. Su primer desafío es el viaje, ya que su abuela insiste en que vaya acompañada por Andrew Romsbery, un amigo de la infancia a quien no soporta y no ha visto en siete años. Andrew Romsbery, tercer hijo de un conde, anhela convertirse en un renombrado arquitecto y se esfuerza por lograrlo. En sus planes no entra el romanticismo ni mucho menos el matrimonio.

Orgullo y Prejuicio pinta la vida de una sociedad victoriana en Inglaterra, y presenta a la familia Bennet de Longbourn. A pesar de pudieran decir los rumores, el Señor y la Señora Bennett estaban en la búsqueda de esposos ricos para sus cinco hijas.

Lachlan es el cuarto de los hijos de Craig McEntrie. Es metódico, estoico y el mejor domador de caballos de las Highlands. Lleva una vida apacible, tiene una familia poco usual y un corazón hecho pedazos, gracias a quien fue su prometida dos años atrás y a la indiscutible colaboración de su hermano Kenneth.

Cuando Persephone Lancaster recibe una propuesta de matrimonio del malolintió duque de Kielder, ella se niega, y luego reconsidera. La obscena suma de dinero que le ofrece a Perséfone salvaría a su familia de la ruina. Con su característico optimismo, viaja a los confines de Northumberland para casarse con un extraño muy temido.

Brodie empieza a estar desencantado de Inglaterra. Londres ya no le parece tan brillante y echa de menos a su familia. Al final, no es tan inglés como pensaba y su ausencia de Escocia empieza a causarle añoranza. Por suerte, tiene a Cecilia para recordar viejos tiempos, pero a las Wharton eso no les parece suficiente. Lo detestaba, no había la menor duda. Nadie hablaría así a un escocés si no lo quería como enemigo...

En esta sensual historia encontrarás, relación de amantes y enemigos, segundas oportunidades y una última misión que cumplir... Del odio al amor solo hay un paso, Stephen Maurice Ashton, vizconde Lonsdale, no le perdona a Eleonor Bradley la ofensa sufrida dos años atrás. La pareja se conoció en Francia y vivió un apasionado romance mientras desempeñaba su labor en medio de la guerra, hasta que una conspiración los llevó por caminos separados. Dos años después, en Londres y por extrañas circunstancias, sus caminos vuelven a encontrarse, y por culpa de un matrimonio inevitable, ...

Harry Windover adora a la rubia de ojos verdes Athena Lancaster, pero por desgracia, un hombre sin dinero como él no tiene esperanzas de ganarse la mano de una joven noble. Para añadir insulto a las lesiones, el cuñado y tutor de Athena, el duque de Kielder, ha pedido a Harry que ayude a Athena a encontrar al caballero de sus sueños. Pero el enamorado Harry también es astuto: a medida que pasan las semanas, presenta a Atenea a los pretendientes que son aburridos, alarmantemente apegados a sus madres, francamente groseros, asombrosamente ensimismados y completamente ridículos.