HAD HE KNOWN SHE LOVED HIM, HE NEVER WOULD HAVE MARRIED HER Cassie had loved the duke as far back as she could remember.  Now, in a desperate move to escape the greedy and vicious relatives bent on her destruction, she begged Edward to marry her.  A marriage of convenience...  more

HAD HE KNOWN SHE LOVED HIM, HE NEVER WOULD HAVE MARRIED HER Cassie had loved the duke as far back as she could remember.  Now, in a desperate move to escape the greedy and vicious relatives bent on her destruction, she begged Edward to marry her.  A marriage of convenience only.  This way she would have his protection and he would have her fortune.  It seemed the ideal solution. If only she could keep Edward from discovering how much she loved him....

A Convenient Proposal Sinjin St. John is confident that he will one day become a duke, and all the pieces of his comfortable life are in place: he will marry a beautiful society miss and continue his pleasure-seeking lifestyle of gambling and women. But when his great-uncle, the old duke,...  more

A Convenient Proposal Sinjin St. John is confident that he will one day become a duke, and all the pieces of his comfortable life are in place: he will marry a beautiful society miss and continue his pleasure-seeking lifestyle of gambling and women. But when his great-uncle, the old duke, unexpectedly gets married and has a son, Sinjin's plans are destroyed. Sinjin must marry and marry money; otherwise it is debtor's prison for him. And who would make a more biddable wife than the shy, gentle tradesman's daughter Mary Pepperidge? What Sinjin doesn't expect is to lose his cynical heart to a woman who is scorned by his world, but whose quiet grace touches his soul in ways he never thought possible.

Poor Minerva. Prudish, self-righteous, and incredibly beautiful, she is to be sent to London to capture a wealthy husband. But Minerva doesn't know the first thing about flirting. The London dandies find her moralizing appalling and concoct a plan to assualt her virtue -- an assault that...  more

Poor Minerva. Prudish, self-righteous, and incredibly beautiful, she is to be sent to London to capture a wealthy husband. But Minerva doesn't know the first thing about flirting. The London dandies find her moralizing appalling and concoct a plan to assualt her virtue -- an assault that will scandalize all London society. Meanwhile, Lord Sylvester Comfrey, whom she met earlier through her father, has been keeping a careful eye on the girl. A fact which she resents. She dislikes Lord Sylvester. There is something about him that disturbs her. Now the plan to destroy Minerva's reputation begins to unfold. And Minerva stumbles headlong into the trap. But the plotters have reckoned without Lord Sylvester....

Pierce Allyn regarded Trista Vaneleur as nothing but a mixed up kid who had a nasty habit of chewing up young men and spitting them out. And he didn't particularly fancy being next on her list. Yet Pierce found himself falling in love with Trista and, despite all his intentions, walking down...  more

Pierce Allyn regarded Trista Vaneleur as nothing but a mixed up kid who had a nasty habit of chewing up young men and spitting them out. And he didn't particularly fancy being next on her list. Yet Pierce found himself falling in love with Trista and, despite all his intentions, walking down the aisle with her. He still didn't know what kind of woman Trista was or exactly why she'd married him. But then, Trista had a few questions that needed answering, too...

Richard, Earl of Delafield, has returned home after a long absence to find the family estate transformed into the site of a gala reenactment of a Medieval tournament. To Richard's astonishment, his brother Percy expects him to play host. The earl has found his love -- too bad she belongs to...  more

Richard, Earl of Delafield, has returned home after a long absence to find the family estate transformed into the site of a gala reenactment of a Medieval tournament. To Richard's astonishment, his brother Percy expects him to play host. The earl has found his love -- too bad she belongs to another..or does she?

Lord Desmond Shayne had gallantly rescued Jessica Court from highwaymen and had made her feel welcome in his home. Now he had asked Jessica's help as he struggled to win the hand of the beautiful Lady Olivia. Jessica knew Olivia to be as heartless, cruel and selfish as she was fair face....  more

Lord Desmond Shayne had gallantly rescued Jessica Court from highwaymen and had made her feel welcome in his home. Now he had asked Jessica's help as he struggled to win the hand of the beautiful Lady Olivia. Jessica knew Olivia to be as heartless, cruel and selfish as she was fair face. Would Jessica serve her friend well by forwarding his cause with another woman who did not love him half so passionately as she did herself?

Ned Westleigh was her cousin's fiance and entirely too maddening for words. From the moment they first met, sparks flew between Caroline Livingston and the arrogant earl. Without even knowing her, he assumed they were bound by conspiracy and intrigue. But what had brought Ned and the...  more

Ned Westleigh was her cousin's fiance and entirely too maddening for words. From the moment they first met, sparks flew between Caroline Livingston and the arrogant earl. Without even knowing her, he assumed they were bound by conspiracy and intrigue. But what had brought Ned and the featherbrained Felicia together in the first place? If it wasn't love, what was it? And if it was, what was Caroline doing in between? She was trapped between conscience and kinship... just a heartbeat away from forbidden desire!

ALL HER EFFORTS GONE TO WASTE   For six long years, Georgiana, a young and lovely heiress, had kept up a grotesque and difficult masquerade.  She had disguised her beauty and intelligence behind a mask of homeliness and stupidity.   Her reason?   To avoid...  more

ALL HER EFFORTS GONE TO WASTE   For six long years, Georgiana, a young and lovely heiress, had kept up a grotesque and difficult masquerade.  She had disguised her beauty and intelligence behind a mask of homeliness and stupidity.   Her reason?   To avoid marriage to the odious Freddie, a ne'er-do-well young lord with a taste for life and women that could never include someone as ugly and silly as she pretended to be....   Or so Georgiana thought! 

A Most Shocking Young Lady Who but a young lady from America would dare arrive in Regency London at the height of the season - and promptly announce her express intention of marrying wealth and position? Who but this outrageous beauty could keep two of the most eligible bachelors in the realm...  more

A Most Shocking Young Lady Who but a young lady from America would dare arrive in Regency London at the height of the season - and promptly announce her express intention of marrying wealth and position? Who but this outrageous beauty could keep two of the most eligible bachelors in the realm on tenterhooks, while defying the wishes of the arrogant, incomparably attractive, immensely rich Lord Northover himself? Who is quite the most captivating heroine of this or any other season? Who else, but -- Lydia Leyland!

THE THREE COUSINS HAD AN IMPOSSIBLE REPUTATION TO UPHOLD AS THE DAUGHTERS OF THE INFAMOUS PERCIVAL SISTERS.... They were expected to make their come-outs together and repeat their mothers' triumphs. Unfortunately, it was only cousin Sylvia whose ethereal beauty promised to preserve the...  more

THE THREE COUSINS HAD AN IMPOSSIBLE REPUTATION TO UPHOLD AS THE DAUGHTERS OF THE INFAMOUS PERCIVAL SISTERS.... They were expected to make their come-outs together and repeat their mothers' triumphs. Unfortunately, it was only cousin Sylvia whose ethereal beauty promised to preserve the legend. Jenny was, in truth, a Long Meg, and Claire was much too plump. Lord Dalton, the biggest catch in London, set his sights on Sylvia, as did every Corinthian of the set. But it was Jenny's laughing black eyes and clever tongue he couldn't seem to escape. She, however, was determined to protect sweet Sylvia from this rake's attentions -- and could not quite fathom how those attentions had suddenly turned to herself....

Lord Pomeroy has been rejected by his long-time fiancee and must find a woman to marry for his ill father’s sake. His sister suggests Claire Sutton, who has been on the shelf for years. And Bertram is willing to consider her, except that she’s shy and her sister is such an outspoken,...  more

Lord Pomeroy has been rejected by his long-time fiancee and must find a woman to marry for his ill father’s sake. His sister suggests Claire Sutton, who has been on the shelf for years. And Bertram is willing to consider her, except that she’s shy and her sister is such an outspoken, outrageous chit.  Then there’s Lord Winterborne, heir to the Marquis of Bellingham, who pretends to court Lizzie Sutton -- at her instigation -- but is intrigued by her older sister Claire. Add to this bumblebroth the fact that it was Winterborne’s brother who stole Pomeroy’s fiancee, and no two couples could be more at cross purposes.

Scandal Awaited Miss Eugenia Dudley On Her First Day Beyond The Addington School For Young Ladies. Wagging tongues had a delightful day when Miss Dudley and her new guardian, Lord Grahame, were forced, en route from the school, to take shelter alone in an abandoned cottage during a horrible...  more

Scandal Awaited Miss Eugenia Dudley On Her First Day Beyond The Addington School For Young Ladies. Wagging tongues had a delightful day when Miss Dudley and her new guardian, Lord Grahame, were forced, en route from the school, to take shelter alone in an abandoned cottage during a horrible snowstorm. Marriage, in Grahame's view, was the solution to the impending gossip. Their union would stifle both the tittering ton and those busybodies admonishing him to fill his nursery. Though Eugenia was far too outspoken for propriety and a bluestocking to boot, they did seem to get along companionably. His arrangement ws quite business like indeed. And quite tempting. But what was an innocent miss to do? Dare she accept when her heart could so easily give her away...?

Lady Tabitha's first season had ended in sorrow with the scandalous death of her father and her unhappy parting from the man she was coming to love.  Several years later, she returns to London chaperoning her youngest sister, who seems bent on upholding the family tradition of blackened...  more

Lady Tabitha's first season had ended in sorrow with the scandalous death of her father and her unhappy parting from the man she was coming to love.  Several years later, she returns to London chaperoning her youngest sister, who seems bent on upholding the family tradition of blackened reputations.  Much to Tabitha's delight, Lord Lovell, whom she still remembers so well, is quick to bestow flattering attention on her.  But her joy soon turns to dismay, for she cannot imagine Lord Lovell's interest remaining fixed on a woman whose family is far from virtuous.  

Kate smelled a rat -- a big blond American one . "Take it from me," Kate's boss told her sheepishly as he packed to leave London, "Van Fitzgerald is a man worth knowing." This after having advised Kate to avoid his American friend like the plague. Kate supposed...  more

Kate smelled a rat -- a big blond American one . "Take it from me," Kate's boss told her sheepishly as he packed to leave London, "Van Fitzgerald is a man worth knowing." This after having advised Kate to avoid his American friend like the plague. Kate supposed she should be grateful to Van for putting a stop to her boss's crude advances toward her, the insinuations that he'd purchased more than Kate's secretarial services. But whoever believed that women were the changeable sex had never encountered Van Fitzgerald's erratic behavior. He was no man to get involved with, Kate decided. As if the choice were hers to make!

Pennington: A charming country town -- but what secrets lie beneath?   THE MAN OF HER DREAMS -- OR THE REAL THING? Barrister Piers Audley is a master of the art of persuasion.  Handsome and successful, he can charm his way into any woman's heart -- except...  more

Pennington: A charming country town -- but what secrets lie beneath?   THE MAN OF HER DREAMS -- OR THE REAL THING? Barrister Piers Audley is a master of the art of persuasion.  Handsome and successful, he can charm his way into any woman's heart -- except Chloe's.  For years she's cherished a secret infatuation for a man she can never have, so when Piers offers his companionship to ease the pain of her unrequited love, Chloe is ready to play along. But Piers wants to give Chloe a lot more than comfort.  And she quickly realizes that love from afar is nothing compared to the real thing -- up close and personal!  

The Butterworth men meant the world to Mickey, especially Judge Butterworth, her dear stepfather. Caring for him in his Adirondack retreat had never been a sacrifice. Besides, this summer promised to be perfect. Harry was coming home, and as his loving stepsister, Mickey planned to find the...  more

The Butterworth men meant the world to Mickey, especially Judge Butterworth, her dear stepfather. Caring for him in his Adirondack retreat had never been a sacrifice. Besides, this summer promised to be perfect. Harry was coming home, and as his loving stepsister, Mickey planned to find the adorable tease a wife--and surprise him with her own wedding plans. But Harry had changed! The lovable womanizer she'd known all her life wasn't taking the bait, and Mickey's own good news met with less than brotherly best wishes!

The mysterious, handsome, and mocking Mr. Peter Grey warned Roselind against wanting to wed Reginald Darnley, sought-after as Darnley might be. The enchanting lovely, heartbreakingly tragic Maude Quimby warned Roselind against putting herself in Darnley's hands, generous as those hands might...  more

The mysterious, handsome, and mocking Mr. Peter Grey warned Roselind against wanting to wed Reginald Darnley, sought-after as Darnley might be. The enchanting lovely, heartbreakingly tragic Maude Quimby warned Roselind against putting herself in Darnley's hands, generous as those hands might be. Roselind's own brother, Bertie, warned her against trading her freedom for a fortune, fabulous as that fortune certainly was. Even Roselind's own heart trembled with misgivings in Darnley's presence, no matter how polished his phrases and skillful his caresses. Forewarned should have been forearmed -- but instead Roselind found herself defenseless against a man who might be a devil in disguise ... and maddeningly confused about a certain mysteriously irresistible gentleman who somehow simply would not leave her thoughts.

The youngest daughter of the Baron Fflokes, Alissa had far more than her odd last name to contend with. For she lived in the shadow of her sister Henrietta's dazzling beauty and her sister Elizabeth's glowing charm, and had lost all hope of outshining them in the sphere of society or the...  more

The youngest daughter of the Baron Fflokes, Alissa had far more than her odd last name to contend with. For she lived in the shadow of her sister Henrietta's dazzling beauty and her sister Elizabeth's glowing charm, and had lost all hope of outshining them in the sphere of society or the eyes of any man. Thus when Alissa lost her heart at first sight to the splendid Earl of Ives, she tried to hide her feelings even from herself. The handsomest lord in London would never notice, much less want a shrinking violet like her...unless love's magic worked a miracle to make both her beauty and boldness bloom....

Halcyon Glaybourne was a headstrong country girl in love with a dashing stranger. But she was promised in marriage to the son of the Marquis of Rexdale, a man she had never met. Duty-bound and desperately unhappy, Halcyon accompanied her godmother to London and Bath to leave her dreams behind...  more

Halcyon Glaybourne was a headstrong country girl in love with a dashing stranger. But she was promised in marriage to the son of the Marquis of Rexdale, a man she had never met. Duty-bound and desperately unhappy, Halcyon accompanied her godmother to London and Bath to leave her dreams behind her and learn to become a lady. But here, in a glamorous round of balls and parties, the mysterious Lord Dray appeared once again to sweep her away in arms she couldn't resist. How could she ever give her hand in marriage to one stranger when her heart had been stolen by another?

Between Two Fires Two very different men sparked two very different emotions in Miss Caroline Wentworth. Caroline burned with anger at the arrogant Mr. Robert Neville. This fabulously rich gentleman might be the Catch of the Season, but he also was the man who had bought...  more

Between Two Fires Two very different men sparked two very different emotions in Miss Caroline Wentworth. Caroline burned with anger at the arrogant Mr. Robert Neville. This fabulously rich gentleman might be the Catch of the Season, but he also was the man who had bought Caroline's country home and could ruin her younger sister's London coming-out. Meanwhile, Caroline felt embers of an old passion being stirred by Charles, Lord Ridley, as the superbly handsome viscount set out to win her heart that he had broken long ago. Caroline badly wanted to humble the high and mighty Neville. She desperately wanted to resist the irresistible Ridley. And the last thing she wanted to do was fall in love with either....

"I need a wife, Sophy, but not to share my bed." To Sophy, who believed she was frigid, it seemed the perfect arrangement. Jon Phillips, her kind and understanding boss, was offering Sophy a marriage of convenience. He needed someone to help care for his niece and nephew, and...  more

"I need a wife, Sophy, but not to share my bed." To Sophy, who believed she was frigid, it seemed the perfect arrangement. Jon Phillips, her kind and understanding boss, was offering Sophy a marriage of convenience. He needed someone to help care for his niece and nephew, and Sophy already loved the children as if they were her own. Her feelings for Jon, however, were less clear. In sharing a roof together, Sophy became increasingly aware of her husband and of her growing desire to make their marriage a real one in every sense.

True love needs no approval... Lucas had always urged Lindsay to take charge of her own life, even though it meant defying her father's wishes. All that changed, however, the day Lucas was left in charge of Lindsay's inheritance -- and her fate. Quite suddenly Lucas withdrew...  more

True love needs no approval... Lucas had always urged Lindsay to take charge of her own life, even though it meant defying her father's wishes. All that changed, however, the day Lucas was left in charge of Lindsay's inheritance -- and her fate. Quite suddenly Lucas withdrew his support and directed Lindsay to marry according to her father's will. He made it painfully clear that Lindsay could no longer turn to him for warmth and affection. But by the time she'd resigned herself to a future without passion with a man she did not love, Lucas changed his mind again.

Jessica launched herself on a new career... She firmly believed that she had put the traumas of the past successfully behind her. Yet some shadows still lingered and she feared that even now her parents would somehow try to manipulate her and force her to return to the life-style she'd...  more

Jessica launched herself on a new career... She firmly believed that she had put the traumas of the past successfully behind her. Yet some shadows still lingered and she feared that even now her parents would somehow try to manipulate her and force her to return to the life-style she'd rejected. That's why it was surprising when she fell head over heels in love with Daniel Hayward. Rich, attractive and successful -- just the sort of man her parents would have chosen for her. He told her he loved her, but could Jessica trust him?

Eager to prove himself as a heroic knight who rescues the lady of his heart, Viscount Kedrington does carry out a rescue when he saves his beloved Antonia Fairfax from marrying the wrong man.

With A Daring Wager and A Rogue's Masquerade, Valerie King is ruling the regency roost! When Charity Holwell heard how rudely her handsome suitor, the Earl of Redbourne, had treated her beloved cousins, the blue-eyed beauty was enraged. But when the rogue finally asked for her hand, she...  more

With A Daring Wager and A Rogue's Masquerade, Valerie King is ruling the regency roost! When Charity Holwell heard how rudely her handsome suitor, the Earl of Redbourne, had treated her beloved cousins, the blue-eyed beauty was enraged. But when the rogue finally asked for her hand, she gave her assent, with revenge, not love, as her motive. She would lead the scoundrel a merry chase, then give him the public set-down he so richly deserved! The Earl could not imagine what had become of the sweet-tempered girl he had courted. Charity seemed determined to contradict her name at every turn! Surely it was nothing a little wooing couldn't overcome.

"Your dream world will crumble one day."    The warning left Melanie Nesbitt furious and uneasy. What nerve Jamie Knox had passing judgment on her engagement to a wealthy businessman! But his words reflected Melanie's own anxieties.    Ever since...  more

"Your dream world will crumble one day."    The warning left Melanie Nesbitt furious and uneasy. What nerve Jamie Knox had passing judgment on her engagement to a wealthy businessman! But his words reflected Melanie's own anxieties.    Ever since he'd rescued her from a hiking accident in the picturesque Lake District, Jamie seemed arrogantly intent on spoiling her marriage plans and becoming part of Melanie's life.    In spite of herself Melanie was attracted to the determined Jamie. But when she believed his motive for wanting her was revenge against her fiance, Melanie wanted nothing to do with Jamie.

Wanted: a wife of convenience James had never been in love. He intended to marry a woman who didn't make demands, or wouldn't change his life. So why did he find Patience Kirby so attractive? She certainly wasn't his idea of marriage material! For one thing, she was a...  more

Wanted: a wife of convenience James had never been in love. He intended to marry a woman who didn't make demands, or wouldn't change his life. So why did he find Patience Kirby so attractive? She certainly wasn't his idea of marriage material! For one thing, she was a sparky redhead, while he'd always preferred cool blondes. For another, he was used to a peaceful, elegant lifestyle, and Patience's home was full of kids, old people and animals; noise, warmth and caring.... But in order to have her in his bed, did James have to make Patience his wife?

Determined to remain single and become a famous novelist, Octavia Devonshire comes up with a way to thwart her parents' best efforts at marrying her off, but her plan works on everyone except notorious rake Lord Carrington, her partner in the deceit.

Everyone saw them as a perfect match! "People aren't chess pieces to be pushed around, Maman," Piers said. "I've no intention of tying myself to a girl I don't love." "You can't be serious!" Amanda's astonishment was clear. "Me,...  more

Everyone saw them as a perfect match! "People aren't chess pieces to be pushed around, Maman," Piers said. "I've no intention of tying myself to a girl I don't love." "You can't be serious!" Amanda's astonishment was clear. "Me, marry Piers Dubray? Why I haven't seen him since I was a kid." With two people so set against even meeting, much less marrying, what could be done? Mothers, friends, even Fate, all had a hand in it -- but in the end, Piers and Amanda were simply caught in their own trap. Happily!

England's most celebrated rake is taunted, tempted, and tamed by a bold young beauty . . . Sylvie, the prize in a card game, and the Earl of Ives, who wins the game, wage a war of wills, each desperately hoping to capture the other!

A MOST UPSETTING TURNABOUT Miss April Wendover should have been supremely pleased with herself. In an act of the sweetest revenge against the man who had wronged her family, she had forced Lord Adam Glenville to agree to marry her--or else face ruinous scandal. It had been a delicious...  more

A MOST UPSETTING TURNABOUT Miss April Wendover should have been supremely pleased with herself. In an act of the sweetest revenge against the man who had wronged her family, she had forced Lord Adam Glenville to agree to marry her--or else face ruinous scandal. It had been a delicious victory to see this odiously arrogant lord wriggle like a fish on the hook before finally admitting defeat. But as soon as he said yes, April was struck by the mocking gleam in Glenville's eyes--and then by a chilling realization. As soon as they were man and wife, Glenville would no longer be at her mercy. She would be at his. And she could be sure that Glenville would have as little mercy as she....

Regency London was abuzz at the arrival of the two Raven sisters -- classically beautiful Elizabeth, an heiress who was every fortune hunter's dream, and the younger Carina, whose loveliness won admirers even as her shocking independence alarmed aristocratic society.  But Elizabeth and...  more

Regency London was abuzz at the arrival of the two Raven sisters -- classically beautiful Elizabeth, an heiress who was every fortune hunter's dream, and the younger Carina, whose loveliness won admirers even as her shocking independence alarmed aristocratic society.  But Elizabeth and Carina were elusive as they were irresistible, and beneath their masks of glittering gaiety each knew she had found the only man she could love -- if foolish pride didn't destroy all chance of happiness....  

MISS LATHAM'S LABORS For one of her tender years, Miss Cleone Latham had a great number of things to do. As a grateful poor relation in an aristocratic household, she had to manage affairs so that her great-uncle, Lord Brestwick, would not topple over the abyss of financial...  more

MISS LATHAM'S LABORS For one of her tender years, Miss Cleone Latham had a great number of things to do. As a grateful poor relation in an aristocratic household, she had to manage affairs so that her great-uncle, Lord Brestwick, would not topple over the abyss of financial ruin. As a fond cousin, she had to help headstrong Philip Hardwicke escape the dreadful consequences of his folly at the gaming tables. And as a young lady of good conscience, she had to make the enamored Earl of Altern see the selfish, shallow nature that lay under the surface of her ravishing cousin Emerald Hardwicke. Of course, lithe only way to save Altern from Emerald's clutches was to take this heart quickening gentleman in hand herself, it was a task that Cleone was happy to undertake. It was, in fact, a labor of love....

Things were improving, Ellie thought. She'd been through a bad time -- her life had almost hit rock-bottom. But finally she'd gotten a teaching job and now she was accompanying the deputy head mistress and a group of schoolgirls on a trip to Egypt. Then Leo Copeland came charging into...  more

Things were improving, Ellie thought. She'd been through a bad time -- her life had almost hit rock-bottom. But finally she'd gotten a teaching job and now she was accompanying the deputy head mistress and a group of schoolgirls on a trip to Egypt. Then Leo Copeland came charging into Ellie's life and nothing would ever be quite the same. He disrupted her days -- and her nights -- and deeply disturbed her peace of mind. Then he went too far, and really got her into trouble.

THE AIR BETWEEN THEM WAS ELECTRIC! Shannon took her brand-new soap opera role seriously and was really upset that things just weren't clicking.  Which may be why she deliberately insulted musician Cade Morgan when he interrupted a difficult rehearsal.  What did he know about...  more

THE AIR BETWEEN THEM WAS ELECTRIC! Shannon took her brand-new soap opera role seriously and was really upset that things just weren't clicking.  Which may be why she deliberately insulted musician Cade Morgan when he interrupted a difficult rehearsal.  What did he know about acting? Next thing she knew she was being pulled into Cade's arms and her director was saying, "That's it -- that's the chemistry we're looking for." And Shannon was still reeling when Cade was signed as her new lead.  For her, the chemistry had been real!  

Lady Elizabeth Keaton used her keen wits and firm resolve, as well as her immense Irish wolfhound Boru, to avoid a match with her odious cousin. But her unusual behavior brought her to the attention of Charles Earnshaw, Duke of Braxton, who thought she was interested in his brother Teddy....  more

Lady Elizabeth Keaton used her keen wits and firm resolve, as well as her immense Irish wolfhound Boru, to avoid a match with her odious cousin. But her unusual behavior brought her to the attention of Charles Earnshaw, Duke of Braxton, who thought she was interested in his brother Teddy. Fortunately, Teddy could see where the real match ought to be ... "A merry Regency romp" Affaire de Coeur; "Five-Star Humor" All About Romance.

Miss Cresston did not give a fig! Any young woman who passed several seasons in London society without marrying, as had Julianna Cresston, was deemed by the ton to be firmly "on the shelf." Nonetheless, such dictums did not bother lovely, unwed Julianna in the least. At twenty-three...  more

Miss Cresston did not give a fig! Any young woman who passed several seasons in London society without marrying, as had Julianna Cresston, was deemed by the ton to be firmly "on the shelf." Nonetheless, such dictums did not bother lovely, unwed Julianna in the least. At twenty-three she remained a popular leader of fashion, possessed of a sizable fortune that enabled her to do exactly as she pleased with her life, or so she thought. Though Julianna was adept in all social situations, she got more than she bargained for when her formidable great-aunt hoodwinked her into chaperoning the naive and spirited Beth Marley. Miss Cresston could not imagine the difficulties she would endure over Beth's coming out, or how infuriating she would find the girl's guardian, that arrogant, mysterious and deucedly handsome Earl of Merleton. Why would no one tell her the story behind his long absence from society? And why did every encounter with him rouse her ire? Even the self-possessed Julianna could not realize that she dashing lord was preparing to take her "off the shelf," with a little help from her own heart.

Leith Montgomery spelled Danger. "Love'em and leave'em" was his motto as far as women were concerned. Not that it bothered Sian, because she wasn't one of his women. She was just a hardworking colleague, used to hitting the world's hot spots at Leith's side....  more

Leith Montgomery spelled Danger. "Love'em and leave'em" was his motto as far as women were concerned. Not that it bothered Sian, because she wasn't one of his women. She was just a hardworking colleague, used to hitting the world's hot spots at Leith's side. They'd worked together, laughed together, talked together. Yet something had changed...

His holding her again was her dream ... Katya Collett tried to convince herself that she'd come to her sister's guest house in Cornwall only for a holiday. But deep down she knew it was Farrant Dominick's presence drawing her there. It had been seven years since the night...  more

His holding her again was her dream ... Katya Collett tried to convince herself that she'd come to her sister's guest house in Cornwall only for a holiday. But deep down she knew it was Farrant Dominick's presence drawing her there. It had been seven years since the night Katya had given herself to the blond Adonis, foolishly enticed by his talk of "weddings" and ''lifelong bonds.' And now he was pursuing Josie, her sister! Katya knew she should warn Josie about Farrant. But how could she when, more than anything in the world, she wanted to take her sister's place?

She'd never be any man's trophy again. Sasha's blue eyes captivated Cassandra the moment she saw him. He was irresistible, but he was her boss. Cassandra knew she must resist the sound of his voice and the smile at the corner of his mouth that invited her to come closer. Powerful...  more

She'd never be any man's trophy again. Sasha's blue eyes captivated Cassandra the moment she saw him. He was irresistible, but he was her boss. Cassandra knew she must resist the sound of his voice and the smile at the corner of his mouth that invited her to come closer. Powerful and sensuous, a man like Sasha was only interested in an expensive armpiece -- something she'd sworn never to be again; the price was too high. But Sasha's professional demands had become personal. Forced to escort him to parties and on European business trips, Cassandra realized that she must finally defy him. It meant risking the job she so desperately needed -- it meant risking the call of her heart.

"If we don't find a man who makes your heart pound and your blood quicken..." Linnet blushed at Lady Templeton's words.  But yes, she must have love -- passion -- or she'd be better off raising horses and growing into an eccentric old maid! But with no great...  more

"If we don't find a man who makes your heart pound and your blood quicken..." Linnet blushed at Lady Templeton's words.  But yes, she must have love -- passion -- or she'd be better off raising horses and growing into an eccentric old maid! But with no great beauty, and little dowry to offer on Linnet's part, her guardian, Lord Farrington, would have more trouble finding a match for her than for picture-perfect, easygoing sister Fanny.  How often had Linnet been scolded for her stubborn, defiant ways?  Certainly the handsome young lord was no angel.  Linnet's heart skipped a beat as she thought of his jet-black hair, his mocking blue eyes.  Was it possible that he had some intriguing romantic plans of his own?

It seemed like a heaven-sent escape... Researching articles on Portugal's tourist attractions would bring welcome relief from recent events she'd endured. Then Kate discovered that Peter had also nominated her as his substitute in the Great Port car race. According to the...  more

It seemed like a heaven-sent escape... Researching articles on Portugal's tourist attractions would bring welcome relief from recent events she'd endured. Then Kate discovered that Peter had also nominated her as his substitute in the Great Port car race. According to the rules, she'd have to be chaperoned by Peter's co-driver -- her arch enemy, Adriao Carvalho Ferreira. It was bad enough that he was aristocratic, arrogant and unforgiving. But the fact he believed the spiteful tabloid articles written about her had Kate hissing at him like a snake. It was certainly going to be one bumpy ride!

Sasha had come to Africa in search of adventure, and to visit her niece Vicky, a nursing teacher in remote Obalabi: She hadn't quite expected the adventure to begin when Dr. Ross Grant met her at the airport. But from the moment the attractive man hurled her suitcase disdainfully into...  more

Sasha had come to Africa in search of adventure, and to visit her niece Vicky, a nursing teacher in remote Obalabi: She hadn't quite expected the adventure to begin when Dr. Ross Grant met her at the airport. But from the moment the attractive man hurled her suitcase disdainfully into his jeep and informed her that the last thing he needed right then was a "whining maiden aunt in tow," Sasha knew she was in for a bumpy ride. And that her heart stood to be bruised, if not broken, in the process.

She felt betrayed by fate. From England, Skye Holman had traveled to the colorful Bahamas, happily anticipating her cousin Jodi's wedding. But when she met Thane Tyson, the groom-to-be, she couldn't deny the spark that ignited between them.... Resolutely, Skye convinced herself...  more

She felt betrayed by fate. From England, Skye Holman had traveled to the colorful Bahamas, happily anticipating her cousin Jodi's wedding. But when she met Thane Tyson, the groom-to-be, she couldn't deny the spark that ignited between them.... Resolutely, Skye convinced herself that she had nothing in common with Thane. She was an artist who valued tranquility--whereas Thane was a lawyer driven by ambition. In fact, social-climbing Jodi would be perfect for him. Yet Skye longed for Thane, even though she was reaching for the moon. And, despite her own pain, she would never deliberately hurt Jodi.

Rex could have any woman he wanted... Except Harriet Sutton. Before shed even met him, Harriet disliked Rex Kynaston. She expected the American actor to be a vain playboy who could ruin the project they were to work on together. When Rex arrived in England, Harriet gave him the cold...  more

Rex could have any woman he wanted... Except Harriet Sutton. Before shed even met him, Harriet disliked Rex Kynaston. She expected the American actor to be a vain playboy who could ruin the project they were to work on together. When Rex arrived in England, Harriet gave him the cold shoulder, but to her chagrin he seemed determined to win her over. And, she had to admit, he turned out to be likable and talented. Although he scoffed at romance, Rex made it clear that he wanted Harriet. But she wanted more -- caring, trust, commitment -- love ....

Donna Mackenzie was a powerful television journalist who'd built a career exposing the saints and sinners of the world. Off camera, however, no one would recognize Kenzie Heydon, the woman behind the image. Sexy Alaric Rogan met and charmed the real woman, not her savvy, sophisticated alter...  more

Donna Mackenzie was a powerful television journalist who'd built a career exposing the saints and sinners of the world. Off camera, however, no one would recognize Kenzie Heydon, the woman behind the image. Sexy Alaric Rogan met and charmed the real woman, not her savvy, sophisticated alter ego. And Kenzie fell deeply in love. But it was a cold, calculated setup--a plan of revenge against Donna Mackenzie for the suffering one of her "interviews" had inflicted upon his family. And now Alaric had Kenzie exactly where he wanted her.

Had she learned to be cautious?  Katya Andreyev knew how disappointed her aristocratic grandparents were--what with her cousin Vonnie spinning from one tragic affair to another and Katya, a teacher in Paris, showing no signs of falling in love all... Until Matt Saracen, brilliant concert...  more

Had she learned to be cautious?  Katya Andreyev knew how disappointed her aristocratic grandparents were--what with her cousin Vonnie spinning from one tragic affair to another and Katya, a teacher in Paris, showing no signs of falling in love all... Until Matt Saracen, brilliant concert pianist, came along. "I thought I would never want to know another Andreyev in my life," he said strangely upon meeting her. "And I may be a fool, but I think I've changed my mind." He changed Katya's mind too, as he proceeded to make her feel alive--almost reckless--for the first time in her life...

Payment in blood, sweat and tears... That's what Morgan Drake demanded of Gracie Temple when she had to pick up the pieces of her younger sister's latest entanglement. Gracie was used to rescuing Jenny, but this time she'd gone too far. For Morgan showed Gracie no mercy in assessing...  more

Payment in blood, sweat and tears... That's what Morgan Drake demanded of Gracie Temple when she had to pick up the pieces of her younger sister's latest entanglement. Gracie was used to rescuing Jenny, but this time she'd gone too far. For Morgan showed Gracie no mercy in assessing the damage. Furthermore, Gracie was to work as his personal assistant in New York. With a dynamic, ruthless charmer like Morgan, Gracie was afraid the price could be even higher -- that he'd settle the bill with her heart....

"You will play a dangerous game with me?" Rachel Cordon's ears pricked at the challenge in Nick Orsiani's words. As her new boss, the wealthy businessman had ruthlessly rearranged Rachel's life: her fiance had been transferred to an isolated outpost and her own...  more

"You will play a dangerous game with me?" Rachel Cordon's ears pricked at the challenge in Nick Orsiani's words. As her new boss, the wealthy businessman had ruthlessly rearranged Rachel's life: her fiance had been transferred to an isolated outpost and her own secretarial job was shifted from England to Rome. Rachel thought of using the attraction Nick obviously felt for her -- using it to get even. But she was confused by her own feelings for the man. Until she heard that he was engaged to an Italian princess. Then she knew.... She could never be Nick's mistress. Never!