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Anne Laurence
LADY MISTRESS 6/2000 ISBN: 082176621X Regency. Knowledge of a dark family secret had forced Tressa Devlin out of her wealthy home and into work as a paid companion to aging dowagers. Moving from post to post to support herself, Tressa had no time for life's pleasures - until she met the Marquess of Braxton. Hoping to experience love, even for a moment, Tressa succumbed to the handsome man who roused her desire...Charming and rich, the Marquess of Braxton was accustomed to indulging his passions. So when he encountered the lovely Tressa, he was determined to have her. But what began as a mere dalliance soon turned into a dilemma of the heart, for as Braxton confronted his true desire, Tressa's past threatened to take her away from him, forever.
Laurens-Whitiker
REGENCY ROMPS 4/1994 ISBN: 037331213X Regency. Whitiker's "A Promise to Return" is the story of Nicholas Longworth, whose second chance at love is nearly thwarted by a stray bullet, while Lauren's "Four in Hand" features Max Rotherbridge, a man whose inheritance makes him guardian to a woman he cannot pursue.
Stephanie Laurens
ALL ABOUT LOVE 2/2001 ISBN: 0380812010 Regency. Alasdair Cynster, known to his intimates as Lucifer, decides to rusticate in the country before the matchmaking skills of London's mamas become firmly focused on him, the last unwed member of the Bar Cynster. But an escape to Devon leads him straight to his destiny in the irresistible form of Phyllida Tallent, a willful, independent beauty of means who brings all his masterful Cynster instincts rioting to the fore. Lucifer tries to deny the desire Phyllida evokes--acting on it will land him in parson's mousetrap, one place he's sworn never to go. But destiny intervenes, leaving him to face the greatest Cynster challenge--wooing a reluctant bride. Phyllida has had a bevy of suitors--her charm and wit are well known throughout the countryside--but none of them has tempted her the way Lucifer does. His offer to teach her all about the ways of love is almost too tantalizing to resist. And although she's not yet completely surrendered, she knows only a fool stands against a Cynster...and Phyllida is no one's fool.
ALL ABOUT PASSION 9/2001 ISBN: 038012029 ISBN: 0380812029 Regency. Fate has made Gyles Rawlings a man determined to control his destiny. He has decided to wed a well-bred lady who will dutifully bear him sons, yet turn a blind eye while he takes his pleasure elsewhere. By all good accounts, Francesca will fit his bill. As for the "elsewhere," he's recently encountered a beautiful, brazen siren who will make a fine mistress, one with a fiery nature to match his own. But at the altar, Gyles discovers his bride is the bold enchantress who has inspired his deepest fantasies. Finding passion and love in the same woman has long been a secret fear. But as his world is rocked on its axis, Gyles becomes obsessed with possessing the one thing he'd thought he would never want...his wife's heart.
CAPTAIN JACK'S WOMAN 11/1995 ISBN: 0380794551. Regency. They meet in a clash of swords, drenched in the moonlight of Britain's rugged eastern coast: Captain Jack, his handsome features etched in silver and shadow, his powerful physique compelling Kit Cranmer to surrender. He is her dream lover come vividly alive, and his command of the smuggling gang is absolute. His all-knowing gaze penetrates her disguise as the "lad" leader of a rival gang with frightening ease--and his punishment with kisses leaves her maidenly modesty in tatters. Suddenly, Kit finds she's only too delighted to explore with Jack the pleasures normally reserved for married ladies...little knowing what dangerous forces she's unleashing.
DEVIL'S BRIDE 3/1998 ISBN: 038079456X. Regency. When Devil, the most infamous member of the Cynster family, is caught in a compromising position with plucky governess Honoria Wetherby, he astonishes the entire ton by offering his hand in marriage. No one had dreamed this scandalous rake would so tamely take a bride. As society's mamas swooned at the loss of England's most eligible bachelor, Devil's infamous Cynster cousins began to place wagers on the wedding date. But Honoria wasn't about to bend to society's demands and marry a man just because they'd been found together unchaperoned. No. She craved adventure. Solving the murder of a young Cynster cousin fit the bill for a while, but once the crime was solved, Honoria was set on seeing the world. But the scalding heat of her unsated desire for Devil soon had Honoria craving a very different sort of excitement.
FAIR JUNO 2/1999 ISBN: 037330322X Regency. When the Earl of Merton suddenly found himself playing knight to a damsel in distress, he knew that his days of rakish bachelordom were numbered. But although the lady seemed grateful for his assistance, she fled the scene without revealing her name. He had to find her and woo her, although past scandals and present dangers might threaten his pursuit of the mysterious lady he knew to be his destiny.
FOUR IN HAND 1993 ISBN: 0373303343 Regency. She was unquestionably a lady. Still, that had never stopped him before. He could see that she was not, he thought, that young. Even better. Another twinge of pain from behind his eyes lent a harshness to his voice. 'Who the devil are you?' In no way discomposed, she answered, 'My name is Caroline Twinning. And if you really are the Duke of Twyford, then I'm very much afraid I'm your ward . . . Max Rotherbridge couldn't believe it. Along with the dukedom of Twyford, he - London's most notorious rogue - had inherited wardship of four devilishly attractive sisters! Including the irresistible Caroline Twinning. The eldest Twinning was everything he had ever wanted in a woman, but even Max couldn't seduce his own ward . . . or could he? After all, he did have a substantial reputation to protect. And what better challenge than the one woman capable of stealing his heart?
A LADY OF EXPECTATIONS 1995 ISBN: 0263146464 Regency. What Jack Lester wanted in a wife was someone rather like his sister, Lenore - attractive, capable, someone he could converse with. Impossible, given the debutantes he had seen over the past few seasons! Yet it was essential that he make his choice before the society matrons discovered that the Lesters were no longer poor as church mice...
THE PROMISE IN A KISS 12/2001 ISBN: 006018888X Regency. Sheltered in a French convent school, Helena has little knowledge of men. But that changes one snowy Christmas Eve when she unexpectedly meets a mesmerizing Englishman who leaves her with a powerful kiss. Grown into a stunning beauty, Helena cannot forget that forbidden kiss. Now, though, she must put aside her dreams and marry, an obligation that takes her to London. There she is determined to meet Society's most eligible bachelor, Sebastian, Duke of St. Ives, a man sworn never to wed. But when they are introduced, Helena is shocked...for Sebastian is none other than her wild Englishman.
A RAKE'S VOW 10/1998 ISBN: 0380794578. Regency. Vane Cynster always knew which way the wind was blowing, and it was headed in a marrying direction. The other Cynster men might not mind stepping up to the altar, but Vane never wanted to be leg-shackled to any woman, no matter how comely. Bellamy Hall seemed like the perfect place to temporarily hide from London's husband hunters. But when he encountered irresistible Patience Debbington, Vane realized he'd met his match and soon he had more than seduction on his mind. Patience wasn't about to succumb to Vane's sensuous propositions. Yes, his kisses left her dizzy; his caresses made her melt; but he was arrogant, presumptuous...and, despite his protests, bound to be unfaithful, just like every other man. Patience had promised herself that she'd never become vulnerable to a broken heart. But was this one vow that was meant to be broken?
THE REASONS FOR MARRIAGE 1994 ISBN: 026314190X Regency. The Dashing Duke... Lenore Lester was perfectly content with her quiet country life, caring for her father, and having no desire for marriage. She took steps to remain inconspicuous and tried her best to show indifference - but no avail! The irresistible Duke of Eversleigh had found her out and was quite persistent in his affections...The Shy Miss!... Notoriously charming Jason, Duke of Eversleigh, could easily see behind Miss Lenore's brilliant disguise. Though the awkward lady hid behind glasses and pulled-back hair, she couldn't cover her beauty. And Jason was ever determined to loosen the hold she had on her heart.
A ROGUE'S PROPOSAL 10/1999 ISBN: 0380805693 Regency. Demon Cynster has seen love bring his brethren to their knees, and he's vowed that he will not share their fate...until he spies Felicity Parteger sneaking about his racing stable. Demon remembers Felicity as a mere chit of a girl, but now she stands before him - begging for his help - all lush curves, sparkling eyes...and so temptingly worthy of the love he's vowed never to surrender to any woman. Felicity knew Demon was one of the ton's most eligible bachelors and a rogue of the worst sort, but he was the only one capable of getting her friend out of trouble. Her fascination with Demon had nothing to do with the power lurking just beneath his devil-may-care facade - or with the desire that flares when he takes her in his arms.
ROGUES' REFORM 7/2000 Combined volume of THE REASONS FOR MARRIAGE, A LADY OF EXPECTATIONS, and AN UNWILLING CONQUEST. Regency
A SEASON FOR SCANDAL 4/2001 ISBN: 0373834799 Combined volume of FAIR JUNO and TANGLED REINS Regency
TANGLED REINS 10/1998 ISBN: 0373303122 Regency. Miss Dorothea Darent had no intention of ever getting married, until a dashing stranger with hazel eyes kissed her under a tree. Haunted by their kiss, the Marquis of Hazelmere, a notorious rake, was determined to win Dorothea's heart, even while she was busy dazzling other bucks of the ton. Dorothea had a choice: stick with her plans to remain an independent spinster, or surrender to love.
AN UNWILLING CONQUEST 1996 ISBN: 0263148963 Regency. Harry Lester had no intention of following his sister and brother into marriage. And to avoid the matchmakers, who'd gotten wind of the news that the Lester family fortunes had been repaired, he left London for Newmarket, only to find himself rescuing Mrs. Lucinda Babbacombe, a beautiful, managing widow who refused to accept his advice! But no matter that he could not quell his desire for her - marriage was definitely out!
Constance Laux
DEVIL'S DIAMOND 4/1998 ISBN: 0451408373 Edwardian. When a beautiful woman admits a stranger into her London boarding house, she cannot help being irresistibly attracted to him. He is the handsomest man she has ever seen - and so badly wounded he cannot remember his own name. But in his possession is an ancient stone seal that matches one owned by her father. Now in a search that leads to a legendary diamond and a secret involving Queen Victoria herself, she discovers his true identity, and suddenly, the two are hurtling toward an explosive clash of destinies...and a passionate joining of two desperately yearning hearts...
DIAMOND RAIN 4/1999 ISBN: 0451408136 Edwardian. Four years ago, Isabel De Quincy and Benedict Costigan left each other at the alter. Now the competition for the Jubilee fireworks contract has pitted Isabel's beautiful and elegant shows against Ben's Flamboyant and gaudy pyrotechnics. Sabotage is just the beginning in their outrageous attempts to outdo each other...and deny the heart that threatens to consume them. And while all of London society is treated to the spectacle of Isabel and Ben's colorful relationship, their warring passion and stubborn pride could send their rediscovered dreams -- and the celebrations -- up in smoke...
Elizabeth Law
REGENCY MORNING 1988 ISBN:0821731521 Regency. Laurie knew what everyone was saying--Pity the 3 dowerless St. John girls! Their father had died, leaving them destitute and at the mercy of their guardian, aloof and attractive cousin Tarquin. But practical Laurie had a Plan: first her sister Dora would wed Tarquin; then, Clarisse would enter a convent; leaving Laurie free to retire with a good book and an undemanding spouse. Unfortunately, Laurie had failed to take into consideration the whims of fate. Tarquin peremptorily decided to launch the St. John girls en masse into Society--the sooner to be rid of them, Laurie sniffed. Dora then proceeded to set her cap for the wrong man entirely, and Clarisse was positively reveling in London's glittering round of routs, balls, and soirees. But if her sisters were being decidedly disobliging, Laurie herself was the worst traitor of all. For somehow she had lost her heart to the arrogant Tarquin.
Lawrence-Blayne-Collum
DANGEROUS AND DASHING 7/1998 ISBN: 0821759337 Regency. Features "The Notorious Nobleman" by Nancy Lawrence; "The Devilish Duke" by Sara Blayne; and "The Wicked Earl" by Lynn Collum.
Ann Lawrence
LORD OF THE HUNT 1/2003 ISBN: 0843951397 Medieval. The thrill of the hunt? What man does not savor it? Whether the chase was for savage boar, political prize or beautiful heiress, a knight worth his spurs threw himself into it once his blood was up. And if Adam Quintin was to succeed at the secret task given him by the king, he must pursue all three. But never did he imagine he might become the quarry himself--unhorsed by a wild boar, betrayed by political enemies, seduced by a simple maid with no claim to power or position. As daughter to the keeper of the hounds, Joan Swan was no stranger to the hunt. Like the legendary Diana, she slipped through the moonlit woods with her dogs, her loveliness as irresistible to Adam as the goddess herself. Hunter and hunted, lover and beloved, they would come together in a moment as impossible to escape as it was full of ecstasy.
LORD OF THE MIST 7/2001 ISBN: 0505524430 Medieval. Forgive the sins of my wife," he prayed. "Forgive the winter cold of my heart." For as he knelt in the darkened chapel by his wife's lifeless body, he knew the babe she had birthed could not be his. The scent of spring--blossoms, wet leaves, damp earth--preceded the alluring woman into the chapel. As she honored his dead wife with garlands, she seemed to bring him fresh hope, just as she nourished the little girl his wife had left behind. Even though she was not his, could it be wrong to reach out for life, for love? As he watcher her nurse the child in the walled courtyard where his wife had met her lovers, he could not deny his longing for her lush kiss, could not ignore her urging to turn away from yesterday's sorrows and embrace tomorrow's sweetness.
Nancy Lawrence
A BEWITCHING MINX short story in ENCHANTING KITTENS 10/1999 ISBN: 0821763598 Regency. Lord Sebastian Byfield blames his pretty new neighbor, Amelia, for the unearthly sounds that have recently shattered the crisp autumn nights. He's bemused to learn that she's just as puzzled as he is to the source of the ghostly noises. But there's no mistaking the intentions of her kitten, whose matchmaking antics always end with Amelia falling into Sebastian's arms.
AN INTIMATE ARRANGEMENT 9/2000 ISBN: 0821767402 Regency. Marianna Madison cannot believe her good fortune. A distant uncle has bequeathed her a small estate; now she can be independent at last. No sooner does her family take up residence than their precious haven is invaded by a stranger who claims he is the rightful owner! Forced to live together until their solicitors can determine with whom actual ownership lays, Marianna finds herself decidedly attracted to the enigmatic Major Beauleigh…All Major Ulrick Beauleigh wants is peace, quiet, and a chance to recover from the harrowing experiences of war. What he finds instead at Seven Hills is an exasperatingly independent young woman--his rival for the estate! Rick is prepared to engage in fierce battle for the scene of his happiest memories. But he cannot ignore the needs of Miss Madison’s near-destitute family. Or resist Marianna’s valiant efforts to create a comfortable home--for both of them…together.
MISS HAMILTON'S HERO 3/1999 ISBN: 0821761544 Regency. Nothing exciting ever happens to Miss Penelope Hamilton. Nothing, that is, until she is sent to live with her grandmother, the Honorable Mrs. Kendrick--and her carriage is held up by the most wanted brigand in all of England! But that's just the beginning of exciting adventure for Pen, for she soon discovers that Mrs. Kendrick's beautiful estate is not exactly what it seems, and neither is her serious--and handsome--step-son, Owen. Soon Pen is snooping around the house and closely following Owen's every move--something that isn't altogether unpleasant. Owen Kendrick is beginning to suspect that the lovely, seemingly guileless Pen has some secrets of her own. Someone has been pilfering things from the house, and Pen has been acting a bit funny, especially since that kiss they shared. Could there be someone else in the manor? Could there be someone else in Pen's affections? Or has Owen been the most successful thief--at stealing her heart?
THE ROMANTIC BRIDE short story in ALL DRESSED IN WHITE 6/1999 ISBN: 0821762168 Regency. Miss Helen Worth is on the shelf at 28, stranded at the altar by a man she didn't choose. Never one to follow convention, the defiant Helen sallies forth into the ton--and discovers love in the one place she never expected to find it.
Edith Layton
THE CAD 9/1998 ISBN: 0061087068 Regency. Bridget Cooke possesses the gifts London society prizes: genteel manners, intelligence, an exquisite figure. She lacks, however, a fortune. A companion to icy relatives, Bridget resigns herself to a life of solitude, especially because of the childhood scar that mars her lovely face. Little does she expect to receive the vigorous attentions of darkly handsome, rich widower Lord Ewen Sinclair, Regency England's most infamous rake. In a matter of days, Sinclair whisks Bridget to the altar and into his passionate embrace. Dismissing the vicious rumors surrounding their hasty marriage, Bridget is sure of Ewen's love, even when he is mysteriously called away. But then a shocking secret from his past emerges, threatening her happiness. If Ewen is a cad and their wedding a lie, as the gossips say, then why does Bridget's very stubborn heart still believe his love is true.
THE CHALLENGE 3/2000 ISBN: 0061014338 Regency. Wealthy, handsome, and devastatingly charming, the expatriate Hathaway Wycoff could easily win most women’s affections. But the lovely Lucy Stone isn’t most women. Though the self-respecting beauty is drawn to him, she refuses to give in to passion. Once before Lucy had followed her heart - a journey that took her to America and left her there a penniless young widow and mother. A rich relative unexpectedly offers Lucy and her son passage back to England, answering her longtime prayer. She doesn’t want to leave Wycoff, but given his shadowy past and scandalous reputation, it seems the right choice. Wycoff promises he will change to win her, but Lucy cannot allow herself to believe him. When a devious plot threatens all Lucy holds dear, she must turn to the man she’s vowed not to trust. Neither knows what final destination fate has in store - but they are willing to risk everything to find out.
THE CHANCE 10/2000 ISBN: 0061014346 Regency. A brave nobleman who'd successfully fought Napoleon's toughest soldiers, Raphael Dalton was no stranger to treachery and warfare. Yet nothing this modest hero has experienced can prepare him for the famous beauty Annabelle, the toast of the London ton. With his unruly red hair and solid, honest face, Rafe doesn't think he has a chance with the flirtatious beauty who seems not to notice him. And when scandal threatens to ruin the reputation of a friend's sister, Brenna, Rafe's hopes may be dashed for good. To stop malicious tongue-wagging, Rafe offers to marry the exotic, raven-haired beauty. It isn't only honor, though, that sparks the proposal, for a smoldering attraction draws him to this spirited woman as well. Little does Rafe know, however, that Annabelle still wants him for her own. While he's a master at outwitting opponents on the battlefield, the painfully shy soldier is defenseless when it comes to the fairer sex -- and Annabelle will use every weapon she can, while Brenna hopes for his attention too. Now Rafe has the chance to find true love -- but only if he doesn't lose his head...
THE CHOICE 8/1999 ISBN: 0061013927 Regency. A lovely young woman whose ethereal beauty has enchanted the London ton, Miss Gillian Giles, can combat a suitor's unwanted embrace with deadly efficiency. But her talent for self-protection can't help her stave off the most proper advances of one Damon Ryder, the Season's most eligible bachelor. Caught in a compromising position with him -- one that could irreparably ruin her reputation -- Gilly is dismayed when Damon unhesitatingly offers marriage. Most young ladies would be thrilled to land such a handsome, wealthy husband. Gilly, however, has a mind of her own -- and more than a few secrets to hide. She believes marriage to Damon to be impossible, but Damon is equally determined to convince her otherwise. And if he isn't enough trouble, two other suitors, both charmingly irresistible, have now set their sights on winning her, too. Pursued by three devilishly persuasive men, how can the headstrong Gilly possibly resist falling in love?
THE CONQUEST 8/2001. ISBN: 0380818639 Regency. Many times Alexandria Gascoyne has been called upon to nurse forest animals back to health - but never before have her brothers brought her a wounded man! Though pale and grievously injured, the unconscious nobleman in Alexandria's bed is as striking a male as she has ever seen. But this is a time for tender healing, not for fantasy and dreams that leave an innocent maid flushed and breathless. An angel has brought the Earl of Drummond back to life. Her smile is a delight, her touch is ecstacy. Yet freedom-loving Drum knows he must leave the exquisite Alexandria as soon as he is able. Being discovered with this stunning country miss could lead to only scandal ... or, worse, to matrimony! And Drum dares not expose her to the perils of his world. But how can he abandon this incomparable lady who mended his damaged heart - then conquered it with kindness, passion, and love?
THE GINGERBREAD MAN short story in A REGENCY CHRISTMAS FEAST 11/1996 ISBN: 0451190467 Regency. At thirty, handsome and elegant Owen Whitely, Duke of Blackburn, is too old to be dreaming of gingerbread men. Besides, he doesn't even like them! But dreams of the stuff plague him, sending him on a odyssey around Regency London trying to discover why he's so bedeviled by little gingerbread boys with sugar frosting smiles. Or is it a certain lady he's really obsessed with? And will he realize it before it's too late?
SOMETHING BLUE short story in A WEDDING BOUQUET 5/1996 ISBN: 0451187857 Regency. June Heywood's coming wedding day is clouded by a vicious remark she overhears. But when she thinks about it she begins to wonder why the Catch of the Season, handsome and clever Lawrence, Lord Morrow, ever asked for her hand. In her attempt to find the answer, she almost wrecks her life - and his... or so he says... Who should she believe? Gossip or her heart?
Nora LeDuc
ALWAYS MY HERO 7/2000 ISBN: 0821768921 Regency.
Elsie Lee
THE NABOB'S WIDOW 5/1976 ISBN:0440063051 Regency. The Marquis had never met a female worthy of his steel--until Dianthe arrived.
PRIOR BETROTHAL 1973 ISBN:0877950660 Regency. Beautiful 17 year-old Clytie is stricken to learn she was promised at birth to Lord Banglor, a man twice her age.
SILENCE IS GOLDEN 1971 ISBN:0821720457 Regency. What spell was cast over Hazelhurst Grange, where Silence Eddington came to be companion to a beautiful future heiress? The girl who was so mysteriously ailing, strangely possessed...the servants whose humble manners were masks for hate...the master himself, scarred by a secret past, ruled by fearful passions, with the power to make Silence tremble with his gaze and melt at his touch...
THE WICKED GUARDIAN 4/1973 ISBN:0440198011 Regency. Nothing seemed more unpleasant to lovely, dark-haired Miss Araminta Surtaine than a coach journey with her unctuous guardian, Lord Robert Eddystone. Still, she had no choice but to accompany him. Her eighteenth birthday, which would entitle her to the extraordinary Surtaine fortune, and freedom, was still two weeks away. But when Araminta realized that Lord Robert planned to force her into marrying his repugnant son, she resolved to risk death to avoid the fate. And so it was that she flung herself from his speeding carriage into darkness and awoke in a camp of gypsies -- her memory gone, her name changed, and her future as mysterious and exciting as the roguishly handsome stranger there whose true identity was as dangerous to reveal as Araminta's own....
Rebecca Hagan Lee
BARELY A BRIDE 8/2003 ISBN: 0425191249 Griffin, Viscount Abernathy, dreams of leading a cavalry charge against the French, of defeating Napoleon, and becoming a national hero. Lady Alyssa Carrollton dreams of designing magnificent landscapes and planting beautiful English gardens. She dreams of having a home of her own and creating her own Garden of Eden. Neither of them dream of marriage. But when they enter into a military marriage of convenience, a most unlikely situation occurs…Their dreams come true. And when Griffin returns from the Spanish Peninsula a national hero, he wants nothing more than to be left alone to forget the horrors of war. But life in an English Garden of Eden is the stuff from which romantic dreams are spun and a lonely and wounded English hero is no match for the determined wife who loves him - a lady who spent a single long-ago passionate night in his arms and who remains barely a bride… RR@H's Novel Thoughts
ONCE A MISTRESS 9/2001 ISBN: 0515131687 Regency. "I, George Ramsey, fifteenth Marquess of Templeston, charge my son and heir, Andrew Ramsey, with the support and responsibility for my beloved mistresses, and any children born of their bodies." When Andrew Ramsey set out to remove his father's mistress from his family estate, the last person he expected was to find Kathryn Markinson. Four years earlier, Kathryn had left Drew waiting at the altar. Now, she was up a tree with a pack of hounds literally baying at her feet...
WHISPER ALWAYS 10/1999 ISBN: 0515127124 Victorian. Lord Blake Ashford had long ago stopped believing in fairy tales, but the first time he sees Cristina Fairfax, it's clear she needs rescuing - from a real-live prince rather than an ogre. Inflamed by her fiery beauty, the Crown Prince Rudolph of Hapsburg-Lorraine desires her at any cost - even if he has to buy her from her avaricious mother. Cristina's fate seems sealed - until she finds herself kidnapped by a most unlikely savior... Confused by his tender feelings for Cristina, Blake is nevertheless determined to help her - but Cristina is less than grateful for his intervention, and all she wants is her freedom. Outraged by her stubbornness, yet beguiled by her intelligence and sensuality, Blake is inexorably drawn to Cristina. But their uncontrollable passion threatens to destroy them when it sparks a secret Blake had thought dead and buried, and soon the past stands between them and their dream of love forevermore...
Barbara Leigh
FOR LOVE ALONE 1/1995 ISBN: 0373288549 Medieval. Convent-reared and innocent. With a beauty eclipsing legend. So Mistress Bess appeared in the eyes of Griffith Beaufort, cousin to Henry VIII. The gentle woman risked much on his behalf. And for her, he would dare the unthinkable. He would defy his king! Griffith Beaufort was the most princely man Bess had ever beheld. The very air about him crackled with forbidden secrets, and wisdom warned her this noble lord was not for such as she. But her passionate heart refused to listen...!
Juliette Leigh
THE FIFTH PROPOSAL 7/1999 ISBN: 0821762656 Regency. With a gasp of dismay, Shelby read the letter informing her of her grandfather's grave illness. He had lived alone at Wychwood for years, with only his valet, his dog, and of course, the famous Jewels of Ali. Her heart pounding, she rushed to his estate--and stepped into a tangled web of intrigue. To Shelby's surprise her grandfather was hale and hearty, but had narrowly escaped death from several "accidents." Equally surprising, his quiet house was crammed with relatives and one mysterious, terribly handsome houseguest called "Gill," who aroused her suspicion--and disturbing thoughts...of kissing! Then Shelby's grandfather announced she would inherit the Jewels of Ali, and her four bachelor cousins were suddenly offering for her hand. What should she do? Someone at Wychwood was a villain, and Shelby needed an ally she could trust, a strong arm she could lean on, and a suitor she could truly love...
THE PERFECT MATCH short story in MAMA'S LITTLE MATCHMAKER 4/2000 ISBN: 0821765841 Miss Sally Rivers is in love with Mr. Timothy Beresford, but her mother’s impending nuptials will force her to move to Gibraltar, thereby ending her budding romance--unless the young couple can find Mrs. Rivers a new husband at home in England… Regency
SHERRY'S COMET 4/1998 ISBN: 0821758918 Regency. Miss Anika "Niki" Owen, the beautiful, dark-haired stepdaughter of Lord Larch, could not believe her strange fortune. No sooner had she liberated Comet, a cruelly mistreated horse, from Wynwoode estate than she was discovered by a golden-haired stranger who readily supported her noble, thoroughly illegal action. But even more unlikely was when Sheridan Devlin, better known as "Sherry," revealed himself as the true Lord Wynford--a man everyone thought murdered! In spite of herself, Niki was drawn to the American-bred man of little propriety but tender feelings. And they shared much in common, including the fact that neither could abide Comet's abuser, Mr. Jackson, the man falsely claiming to be Lord Wynford. Together, Niki and Sherry would set out to expose Mr. Jackson as no less than a murderer. But then, just as romance had begun to blossom, Niki fell prisoner to the nefarious Jackson, and it was left for Sherry to reclaim his title--and his love...
A TOUCH OF MAGIC 12/1998 ISBN: 0821760653 Regency. When Major Darling was summoned to London on a trumped-up charge of treason, his daughter Esme decided to spare no effort to clear his name. Soon there appeared a possible ally-though a most surprising one. Could her handsome new neighbor, with his assured air and devilish smile, really be the same Chalmers Lovat who tossed her in the millpond as a child? Captain Lovat had returned to his country home on a secret assignment: to unearth the real spy in the Darling case. When he encountered Esme, he almost didn't recognize her. The tomboy he once knew had blossomed into a captivating young woman. Certainly he wasn't about to let an overwhelming attraction to her interfere with his duty or his bachelorhood. But what was he to do? He simply couldn't refuse this utterly enchanting beauty who managed to create havoc with his emotions. And yet her rash resolve to exonerate her father could very well jeopardize their lives-unless Lovat could convince her to surrender to reason...and to love.
Tamara Leigh
BLACKHEART 4/2001 ISBN: 0843948558 Medieval. Desperate to put an end to the humiliating rumors surrounding his lack of an heir, Lord Bernart Kinthorpe orders his virgin wife to the bed of his sworn enemy, Lord Gabriel de Vere. Though Juliana expects to feel revulsion and pain in the arms of the blackheart responsible for her husband's impotence, she discovers a man of passion and honor. When Gabriel de Vere learns that the sensual lover who had come to him in darkness is the wife of his enemy, he vows to take back the child stolen from him. Yet something about the woman he abducts turns him from vengeance. But the flower of their love will have to be carefully nurtured if they are to triumph over Lord Bernart and raise the child of their love as fate has intended.
MISBEGOTTEN 7/1996 ISBN: 0061084476 Medieval. Tricked out of his rightful inheritance by his treacherous half brother, baseborn knight Liam Fawke swore to contest the claim of the young nephew who has now heir. But he soon found himself at dangerous odds with Lady Joslyn, the boy's beautiful, spirited mother, as well as with the fiercely passionately hunger she aroused in him. Dangerous Desire. Lady Joslyn was determined to protect her son from Liam's vengeance. But her resolve was no defense against the heated desires the ruggedly handsome warrior ignited, or the forbidden love no duty and honor could make her deny.
UNFORGOTTEN 3/1997 ISBN: 0061084484 Medieval. Catherine had dreamed that she would die, cut down by her castle's attackers. So who was this mysterious stranger before her now who cheated fate by stopping the mortal blow? And how did he manage to lay siege to her heart, which she had always believed far more securely guarded than her precious home?... In the twentieth century, Collier's mistake had cost him the love of his life. Yet now he found himself in a medieval battle, face-to-face with a beautiful woman who was the image of his beloved. Was he somehow being offered an opportunity to redeem his error...and regain his heart's desire?
VIRGIN BRIDE 10/1994 ISBN: 0553565362 Medieval. Lady Graeye Charwyck was desperate to escape the fate her father had planned for her, to spend the rest of her life in a convent, so she chose to lie with the first man who came along--who also turns out to be her father's mortal enemy!
Ada Leverson
THE LITTLE OTTLEYS 1962 ISBN:0385279183. Edwardian. As we follow Edith's fortunes we enter the enchanting world of Edwardian London. We will be bewitched by the courtships, jealousies, and love affairs of Edith's coterie-and indeed of Edith herself- and unfailingly amused by her husband, Bruce, one of the most tremendous-if attractive-bores in literature.
LOVE AT SECOND SIGHT 1916 Edwardian. Edith had sent Aylmer away, although she loved him. She had chosen respectability over romance and spent many empty days regretting it. Now - suddenly - Aylmer had returned. He was still a passionate suitor, and she was still a married lady. But this time, Aylmer vowed not to lose Edith again - even if he had to topple London society to win her!
LOVE'S SHADOW 1908 Edwardian. A teasing temptress meets her match. Hyacinth Verney was the most celebrated beauty in London, sighed after by lords, envied by ladies, sought after by hostesses, her life a stunning succession of successes. Then came Cecil Reeve... 'I don't know. I must consider. I must think it over. ' He paused a minute. 'I am pained. Pained and surprised. A girl like Hyacinth, a friend of yours, behaving like a housemaid out with a soldier in the open street!
TENTERHOOKS 1912 -Edwardian
Alice Chetwynd Ley
THE BEAU AND THE BLUESTOCKING 5/1977 ISBN:0345256131 Georgian. Educated in the country, Alethea was unfamiliar with the haute monde, and when she went to stay in London, she found it difficult to play the romantic games that seemed to be all the rage. Haughty and determined, the beautiful young Alethea wanted more from a gentleman then lover or money...
BELOVED DIANA 11/1977 ISBN:0345256123 Regency. Dazzling, fearless, she was a gambler's daughter betting life and love in a wager of the heart....A beautiful, keen-witted and enterprising, Diana leases her dilapidated ancestral home to a mysterious, brooding stranger.
THE CLANDESTINE BETROTHAL 1967 ISBN:0345327772 Regency. When Susan announced to her aunt that she was engaged to Beau Eversley, the most sought after bachelor in London, she should have been the happiest girl in England. The trouble was, Beau knew nothing of the betrothal. Susan had made up the whole affair. And to make matters worse, she would soon be found out. There was nothing to do but confess her outrageous falsehood to the handsome Beau. But once she did, he agreed to play along with the charade. It seemed the perfect solution -- until Susan suddenly found herself trapped in a lie…and engaged in name only to the man she truly loved…
A CONFORMABLE WIFE 8/1981 ISBN:0345283902 Regency. She was a spirited and intelligent heiress, considered at twenty-six to be on the shelf. But still she dreams of love... He is dashing--a very eligible gentleman, seeking a wife to conform to his every whim... A whirlwind month in Bath, a dastardly rakehell, and secrets from the past....
THE GEORGIAN RAKE 1960 ISBN:034525810X Georgian. 1750 England, and in this time of arranged marriages, reckless and seductive she defied the customs she was raised to honor to prevent her sister's wedding to the Georgian rake!
MASQUERADE OF VENGEANCE 1989 ISBN:0727817086 Georgian
THE MASTER AND THE MAIDEN 2/1977 ISBN:0345255607 Victorian. Proud, defiant, she risked her heart in a clash between a great cause and a great love...
A SEASON AT BRIGHTON 2/1976 ISBN:0345249402 Regency. Wild, headstrong Catherine Denham wanted nothing more than an exciting holiday season at Brighton - and nothing less than a family arranged meeting with some stuffy Viscount who was looking for a wife. So it was that she decided to run away. But in staid Regency England, nice young ladies didn't do things like that. And suddenly Catherine found herself in the clutches of a stranger who was hardly a gentleman, only to be rescued by a gentleman who was hardly a stranger, and caught up in a dangerous intrigue of love and honor that threatened to destroy all her hopes of romance forever...
THE SENTIMENTAL SPY 8/1977 ISBN:0345256115 Regency. Lovely, impetuous, she feared for her life but her heart betrayed her....Staying at an inn in Sussex a Lady is puzzled when a past love pretends not to recognize her. Had he really forgotten they were once passionate lovers?
Jenni Licata
UNVEILED 6/1999 ISBN: 0843945427 Renaissance. Enter the world of 1712 London. Cobblestone streets, damp with fog.¯ Dark alleys, rife with intrigue. Danger lurking 'round every corner. Come...the Devil Lord awaits you. Alexandre Rawlings, Earl of Carlton, is selected by Queen Anne to infiltrate a secret society of nobles rumored to have been hired to assassinate her. ¯Along the way he encounters Lady Victoria Wynter, a young woman whose loyalty to her wayward brother throws her into the path of danger. Together they race against time to discover the identity of the queen's would-be assassin and secure the safety of Tori's brother. ¯Just when Alex believes all will be well, a twist of fate places the queen's life and Tori's directly in his hands, and unveils the true depth of darkness prowling the back streets of London...
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