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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 ...

Raised in a cold, scholarly home, Julia Hawthorne has always prized her independence and intellect, refusing to conform to society’s expectations of a dutiful wife. However, when her family forces her into marriage with the stoic Marquess of Wessex, she is thrust into a union that tests both her pride and her duty to protect the Ellington legacy. Gabriel Ellington, the Marquess of Wessex, a battle-hardened military officer turned reluctant aristocrat, was never meant to inherit his title. His marriage to Julia is a strategic move to protect his family’s lands from looming legal threats....

Lady Charlotte "Lottie" Tate never fit society’s mold. Engaged to the reckless Lord George Courtenay, her world crumbles when he runs off with an opera singer, leaving her reputation in tatters. As her dreams of a love-filled future fade, Lottie is determined to carve her own path, no matter the cost… Alexander Courtenay, Marquess of Underwood, has always cleaned up after his brother, George. When his scandal leaves Lottie vulnerable, Alex offers marriage to save her honor. Though the fiery Lottie initially refuses, the more Alex gets to know her, the more he admires her strength and ...

Claire, once the spirited and scandalous belle of society, now lives a quiet life as a widow. At the funeral of her former lover’s father, she is shocked to see Dorian, the tempting man who shattered her heart six years ago after a passionate night in the stables. With his return, Claire must confront buried feelings and the devastating secrets that led to their separation. Will she find the strength to face the past and embrace a future filled with uncertainty? Dorian returns home as a wealthy yet melancholic Earl, burdened by his father’s death and haunted by memories of Claire. At ...

Lady Penelope Cromwell, a bluestocking with dreams of schools for orphans and a spine of steel, never intended to marry for convenience. However, when a faulty door traps her with the brooding Duke of Ravenshollow, duty demands a swift, sensible wedding, turning a whisper into a tempest of gossip and attention. Sebastian Montclair, Duke of Ravenshollow, has long walled his heart behind grief and guilt. Yet, when honor compels him to shield Penelope’s name and restore his failing estate, her incisive mind and kindness shatter his solitude and make his wounded heart beat again. Sparks fly ...

Lady Eleanor Whitcombe, heiress to a vast fortune, has sworn never to marry, valuing her independence above all else. Raised by a father who encouraged her freedom, she vows to honor his legacy by living life on her own terms. However, what will happen when she finds herself in the path of a handsome duke searching for a bride? Henry Ashford, Duke of Wexford, inherited a dukedom and a crumbling estate, leaving him with one solution to his financial woes: marriage. Haunted by past betrayal, Henry is wary and closed off until Lady Eleanor arrives. Her sharp wit and independent spirit draw him...

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 ...

Tucked away most days in her father's library, the fiery Isabella Owen has always craved adventure, while the thought of marriage leaves her cold. A spinster at twenty-seven, she faces constant pressure to settle down, but her heart yearns for something more—a life filled with excitement, danger, and discovery. However, when she is unexpectedly thrust into the middle of an attempted murder, everything changes. Could this be the thrilling escape she's always dreamed of, or is she stepping into something far more dangerous, including the risk of losing her heart? Mason Alton, a battle-...

After losing her parents, Lady Madeline Dunsmore is trapped in a life of servitude under her cruel aunt. Yet, when a chance encounter with a handsome Naval officer sparks an unexpected connection, she dares to hope for a future beyond the scullery. Could this mysterious captain be the one to change her fate? Captain Gregory Silsden, heir to a Dukedom, is reluctant to assume the responsibilities awaiting him at home. Yet, his encounter with Madeline on the city streets leaves him intrigued, sensing there is more to her than her maid’s attire suggests. As their paths cross again and their ...

Mrs. Eleanor Vickering's life feels like a gilded cage. Married off to a man she never wanted, she now finds herself trapped in a grand but cold mansion, where each day blurs into the next. The silence and solitude amplify her loneliness, making her question if she will ever find happiness in a marriage she never chose. Yet, amidst the emptiness, a flicker of longing stirs within her—a yearning for a love she's never known. Can Eleanor ever grow to love the man she never intended to marry? William Vickering, her distant husband, is a seasoned sailor with a heart that belongs to the sea. ...

Trapped in a loveless marriage and betrayed by her scheming sister-in-law, Miss Isabelle Sutton clings to her family's library, convinced that love exists only in books. Yet, beneath her quiet devotion burns a single goal: to destroy the Earl who stole her freedom. At forty-one, Lord Henry Montague, Earl of Ashford, seeks solace in the novels at the Evergreen Library, weary of meddling relatives and a loveless past. Yet, when the fiery Miss Sutton pulls him into a game of revenge, solitude is no longer an option. Their clashing worlds bring them to a crossroads: obey society's rules or risk...

Miss Diana Fairchild never imagined the turmoil that would follow when her extended family moved into her home. Burdened with responsibilities after her parents' tragic accident, Diana felt suffocated, with love being the furthest thing from her mind. Then, a fateful encounter with an unruly dog led her to the Duke of Blackwood, a man whose presence sparked a joy she had long forgotten. Could this unexpected twist lead Diana to a life she had only ever dreamed of? Mark, the Duke of Blackwood had devoted his life to his daughter Evangeline following his wife's death. While he sought a ...

Lady Eleanor Tamsworth never expected to become embroiled in scandal, but when society discovered her alone in a carriage with Lord Everton, she faced inevitable punishment. Ostracized and shunned, Eleanor's fate seems sealed when her father arranges a marriage to an old and unpleasant friend. Desperate to escape, Eleanor orchestrates a daring plan with her loyal lady's maid, fleeing into the heart of Cornwall with new identities and new lives. Will their disguise be enough to evade detection, or will their past catch up with them? Sebastian Blackthorne, Duke of Cornwall, mourned his wife's...

Among the ton’s desires behind masks of propriety, fiery Victoria Sinclair treads a delicate line between duty and desire. By day she follows the rigid expectations of aristocracy but by night she surrenders to her true passion: theatre, where she spins scandalous tales of spirited heroines and irresistible rakes. Yet, when her family’s and the elite’s norms force her into an arranged marriage with an unknown Lord, she finds herself trapped in a game of lost dreams and hidden passions. When she realises that her betroth knows her secret… Will she dare to confess the truth and ...

Livinia Campbell, a spirited governess, is sent far from home to tend to her duties. There, she discovers that the shadows lurking within the estate hold more than just the usual secrets. A dark family secret could turn out to be more trouble than she had bargained for. Despite the warnings and the foreboding atmosphere, Livinia feels an inexplicable pull toward the enigmatic Earl, Benedict Beaumont. With each glance, her heart races and passion sets a fire within her, so she decides to stay instead of running away. Will this decision prove to be her demise? Benedict Beaumont, Earl of ...

Lady Aurelia Bartlett’s first Season is dazzling, but no one sees past her beauty. Desperate for real love, she flees to Kent for Christmas where she meets the brooding Duke of Lindon. He might just be the connection she’s longed for, but can their bond survive the ghosts of his past? After his ex-fiancée’s betrayal, Thomas Fitzroy, seeks peace, but Aurelia’s kindness stirs something in him he thought was lost. As they grow closer, the Duke wonders if he can trust love again, or if the past will always haunt him... As Christmas approaches, their budding connection faces its biggest...

Lady Genevieve's entrance into high society is not merely defined by her elegance and grace; it is shrouded in the mystery of a scar from her past in Africa. Newly arrived in England, and unaware of the rumors surrounding his name, she instantly falls for the wicked Lord Philip. Soon, Genevieve's heart is caught in the tumultuous conflict between her irresistible attraction to him and the allure of a safer courtship offered by the honorable Lord Stirling. Will she choose safety over passion? Lord Philip made several bad investments, losing his father far too much money. Haunted by his ...

Lady Theodora Cary, harbors a trove of emotions behind her poised exterior. Orphaned at a tender age, the weight of guardianship for her sisters transformed her into a stern protector. Yet, in clandestine moments, her mind wanders to the thrill of horseback rides, the tantalizing touch of a lover, and the elusive promise of true, passionate love. Now, as the winds of change sweep through Winterheath with the arrival of the seductive Maxim Steele, Theo's guarded heart faces a formidable challenge... Is love worth the gamble? At twenty-seven, Maxim Steele, a charismatic rogue in pursuit of ...

Juliana Hathaway has always followed the rules, but when an arranged marriage threatens to trap her, she risks everything to escape. When her hasty plan goes awry, a tragic accident leaves her injured and without memory, only to be rescued by the reclusive Duke of Kensington. Nash Stratford, a kind but guarded duke, takes in a young woman in dire need, naming her Isabella and giving her refuge as a maid in his household. But despite the undeniable chemistry between them, Nash is haunted by the uncertainty of her past, fearing it will tear them apart. As Juliana's memories resurface and the ...