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Lady Anna Ravenscroft, an unloved wife and now a widow, faces the aftermath of her late husband's gambling debts. Fate’s unexpected turn though, brings her close to the man the dept has to be paid off, a notorious duke, known for his mysterious life and rumored wickedness. Desperate to escape her financial burden, Anna proposes a scandalous bargain; three months of clandestine companionship as his mistress. Yet, the allure of sin proves irresistible… Alexander Hastings, the Duke of Blackthorn, finds himself burdened by false rumors staining his reputation. Despite his respected lineage,...

Eliza Harwood never chose this marriage. Forced by her brother to a man she has never met, she enters Evermere with nothing except fear and her love for painting. Her husband is cold and unreadable, but every glance from him unsettles her. Has she stepped toward freedom, or into another kind of prison? Lord Tristan Vale, Earl of Evermere, bears scars of war and the weight of his legacy. Determined to protect his land, he weds out of duty. Yet, Eliza’s quiet courage disarms him, and her beauty tempts him to break his silence. Will he push her away or risk letting her in? As whispers grow ...

Evicted from their London home, Anna Harrison seeks a fresh start in a quiet Bath bookshop with her young son, hoping to outrun the scandal that destroyed her late husband’s name. But when a brooding Duke appears at her doorstep, his guarded kindness disrupts her fragile peace and stirs her heart once again... Lysander Blackwood, Duke of Ravenswood, lives in the shadows of war and grief, resigned to a life without love. Drawn to the new bookseller’s warmth, he offers his protection—and finds himself longing for the family he thought lost forever. Yet as their bond deepens, long-buried...

Caught in a compromising position with a rakish Lord, Lady Tabitha Mayhew’s reputation teeters on the brink of ruin. Abandoned by the Lord and with scandal looming, Tabitha seeks a loveless and convenient marriage to protect her name and heart. Yet, soon a solution comes in the enigmatic Duke of Hillsburgh, a seductive man with mystery surrounding his past and name. As their settled match evolves though, Tabitha’s world will unexpectedly burst into passion. Can her new husband teach her wounded heart how to beat again? Matthew, the Duke of Hillsburgh, has long since locked away his ...

Widowed and dispossessed by a cold brother-in-law, Lady Helena Montgomery is banished to a draughty cottage with her daughter. While she clings to hope and stubborn defiance, the brooding Duke next door intrudes on her fragile peace, igniting a spark she never expected. Can resentment and longing coexist? Nathaniel Dorchester, the Duke of Northumberland, has sworn off love after a betrayal that shattered his heart. Walls of indifference have long protected him until a spirited widow and her fearless child slip through the cracks, stirring warmth he thought long lost. When she is in trouble,...

Lydia Carter, the eldest daughter of the Marquess of Briarwood, cared more about seeking justice for tenant farmers than ball gowns and the marriage market. Yet, as the season's biggest social event approached, Countess Winstone's ball, she found herself unable to avoid attending. To her surprise, a chance encounter with a half-dressed trespasser, who turned out to be the Countess's eldest son, Joseph, ignites a sizzling passion within her. As a storm traps the guests in the manor, dangerous secrets begin to unravel, along with burning desire. Would Lydia risk her family's reputation by ...

The fiery Becca, a commoner and a mysterious writer, yearns to explore the scandalous lives of the ton. Writing under a pseudonym, she dreams of unveiling aristocratic secrets. When an invitation by a stranger promises an opportunity to expose a baron's concealed truths, Becca is tempted to break all the rules of the past to experience her dream. However, as she delves into the wicked baron's world, ambition takes a backseat to an unexpected desire that threatens to entwine her heart. Can Becca resist the allure of the enigmatic baron? William, finally freed from his father's influence and ...

Sophie Dashwood, daughter of an English Duke and Swedish royalty, embarks on a London journey. Thrilled by the adventure and the promise of passionate love in the ton, she meets the enigmatic Lord Harrington, whose abrasiveness clashes with her romantic ideals. Yet, when a dangerous storm threatens her life, it's his strong arms that save her, awakening a fiery passion within her. Upon her arrival though, Sophie learns that her brooding Lord is the returning son of a disgraced Baron. If only his sinful kiss wasn’t that sweet... George Harrington, a Viscount with a troubled past and a ...

Henrietta Fitzroy gets lost in a web of familial deceit and societal pressure when her father's reckless investments leave their family on the brink of ruin. Forced into an arranged marriage to secure their future, she gets betrothed to the notorious masked Baron. Initially distant, yet undeniably curious about her mysterious suitor, she embarks on a sinful journey to unravel the secrets that lie beneath the Baron's enigmatic façade. As she delves deeper into the unconventional engagement, she discovers a sizzling passion she never imagined. Will she succumb to her desires amidst a ...

Lady Marie Cathbury, the dazzling beauty and darling of London society, finds herself in an unyielding dilemma. Her heart beats for the tempting Viscount of Montague, Henry, but his flirtatious attentions have never crossed the threshold of friendship. Desperate to win his heart, Marie agrees to fake a courtship with Christian, a notorious rake, to provoke Henry's jealousy. Yet, as their ruse unfolds, the line between pretend and reality swiftly blurs, igniting unexpected passion within her. She is determined to risk everything to get what she wants, but is Henry the one she truly desires? ...

Vivianne Marie DeCourcy has vowed never to open her heart again. Scarred by a past betrayal, she's resolved to remain closed off to love. However, her family situation takes a turn for the worse, and Vivianne faces a dire choice: marry for survival or risk everything for the independence she craves. When a ball brings her close to the notorious Earl of Chesterfield, a rake with a charm that could melt even the iciest of hearts, her carefully guarded heart will choose the road of sin. Will she dare become a pawn in his scandalous games? Earl Edward Vincent Woodhouse is used to getting his ...

Miss Regina Townsend, the eldest daughter of a merchant, is resigned to securing a suitable marriage to pave the way for her younger sisters. When a well-bred, but dull Viscount proposes, her future seems set… Until she encounters the irresistible Duke of Redham at the upcoming ball. As the mysterious rumors surrounding his name intrigue her, dancing with him will be enough to ignite her dreams with sinful passion. Caught between her prospective engagement and burning love, Regina must decide whether to follow her heart or her sense of duty. Will she make the right decision? The widowed ...

Miss Juliana Harcourt never intended to wed. She prefers ink-stained pages to glittering ballrooms. Yet, when her father insists her sister can not marry until she does, Juliana is forced to join the Season, only to end up at odds with a brooding earl whose sharp wit unsettles her more than she dares admit. Nathaniel Blackthorne, Earl of Loxley, avoids courtships at all costs. Scarred by his parents' troubled marriage and burdened with a failing estate, he keeps his distance from any attachments. Yet, when a clever young lady defends his anonymous essay and dismisses his romantic stories, ...

When Amelia Fairfax’s sister flees on the eve of her wedding, she has no choice but to take her place. Forced into an unexpected marriage with the Earl of Ashford, she must explore her new place. Can a marriage built on duty ever turn into something more? When the woman he is in love with runs away with another man, Henry Russell, the Earl of Ashford, is surprised at the lengths he will go to protect her sister’s reputation. Will it be too late when he realizes that his new wife could be more than he ever wished for? As their fragile bond deepens, a shocking betrayal will turn their ...

Catherine Winslow never imagined her quiet life as a governess would lead her into the heart of a dangerous mystery, nor the arms of her scandalous master, Earl Edward Montague. When she steps through the gates of his crumbling estate though, she is faced with secrets from the past, along with an instant attraction to the mysterious Earl. As Catherine delves deeper into the mysteries of the Montague estate, she uncovers whispers of a murder that could tear her newfound happiness apart. Will her growing feelings for the Earl drive her world into chaos? Edward Montague, Earl of Wessex, has ...

After her beloved sister vanishes and a ruthless suitor forces her into marriage, Miss Euterpe Cheslyn realizes that the only way to save herself is to find her, disguised as a governess. However, falling for the Duke who should only be her employer was never part of the plan. Edward Balfour, Duke of Cambridge, needs a governess who will not run from his mischievous niece and the fiery Miss Cecilia Pembroke is the first to succeed. Yet, something about her does not sit right. Determined to uncover her secrets, Edward never expects to find himself captivated by her instead. The more time ...

Mrs. Charlotte Pembroke will do anything to protect her young son. When her late husband’s cruel cousin threatens to take him away, her world turns upside down. Just as hope fades, a chance encounter with a mysterious duke changes everything, and love grows in the most unexpected way. Haunted by heartbreak and burdened by duty, Lord Sebastian Ashford, the Duke of Westbridge, has sworn off love. Yet, when he meets the brave, charming Charlotte, something in him begins to stir. Drawn to her strength, he risks his heart for a chance to stand by her side. As enemies close in, secrets rise, ...

Miss Georgiana Harrington is a shy, gifted painter who prefers spending her time behind the easel rather than looking for a husband. Yet, her quiet world is turned upside down when she begins receiving letters from a mysterious admirer. Though she has no idea who he truly is, no other suitor stirs her heart quite like the man behind the ink. Lord Benedict Montague never meant to fall for his best friend’s charming sister. When he began writing her secret letters, he only wanted to encourage her talent. However, as his feelings grow, he becomes trapped in his lie, especially as Georgiana ...

Lydia Russell, the widowed Dowager Countess of Hillsborough, has always put duty before desire. When a distant Duke threatens her home and family, she is determined to protect what holds dear at any cost. Yet, her actions spark a battle of wills and a passion she can not deny... Weston Howard, the rakish Duke of Somerfield, is used to scandal, but Lydia's actions push him to his limits. Expecting compliance with his new inheritance, he is instead caught in her daring kidnapping scheme and he struggles to resist his growing attraction to the tempting widow. When mistaken identities and ...

When the fiery Selene Bomind becomes governess to the Duke of Trenton’s rebellious daughter, she doubts she will last long. The Iron Duke is as cold as winter frost, but resisting his smoldering gaze soon proves impossible. Can a poor governess melt a broken Duke’s heart and bring the Christmas desire back into his life? The Iron Duke, Ian Brentworth, has shut himself off from the world and especially from Christmas, the Season that stole his beloved wife. Yet, his new governess is stirring an entirely new passion within him. Resisting her tempting allure is clearly impossible, but can ...