Author: Cheryl Ann Smith
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101618558
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
A headstrong beauty propositions an unlikely highwayman in this delightful regency historical romance. On the hunt for his runaway sister, Lord Richard Ellerby stops a suspicious carriage at gunpoint and is shocked to be mistaken for a thieving highwayman. When the attractive woman inside makes him an offer to court her for pay, Richard refuses and sends her on her way. But the determined lady soon finds him again and proposes an even more outrageous offer: wedding her in a marriage of convenience. Desperate to find love with a man of her own choosing, Lady Brenna Harrington will do anything to hold on to her freedom, even if it means propositioning a dangerous highwayman. If she can distract her father with a prospective husband who only wants to marry her for her fortune, Brenna will have time to do things her way. While her plan may be just crazy enough to work, her unsuitable suitor has other more pleasurable strategies in mind...
A Convenient Bride
Author: Cheryl Ann Smith
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101618558
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
A headstrong beauty propositions an unlikely highwayman in this delightful regency historical romance. On the hunt for his runaway sister, Lord Richard Ellerby stops a suspicious carriage at gunpoint and is shocked to be mistaken for a thieving highwayman. When the attractive woman inside makes him an offer to court her for pay, Richard refuses and sends her on her way. But the determined lady soon finds him again and proposes an even more outrageous offer: wedding her in a marriage of convenience. Desperate to find love with a man of her own choosing, Lady Brenna Harrington will do anything to hold on to her freedom, even if it means propositioning a dangerous highwayman. If she can distract her father with a prospective husband who only wants to marry her for her fortune, Brenna will have time to do things her way. While her plan may be just crazy enough to work, her unsuitable suitor has other more pleasurable strategies in mind...
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101618558
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
A headstrong beauty propositions an unlikely highwayman in this delightful regency historical romance. On the hunt for his runaway sister, Lord Richard Ellerby stops a suspicious carriage at gunpoint and is shocked to be mistaken for a thieving highwayman. When the attractive woman inside makes him an offer to court her for pay, Richard refuses and sends her on her way. But the determined lady soon finds him again and proposes an even more outrageous offer: wedding her in a marriage of convenience. Desperate to find love with a man of her own choosing, Lady Brenna Harrington will do anything to hold on to her freedom, even if it means propositioning a dangerous highwayman. If she can distract her father with a prospective husband who only wants to marry her for her fortune, Brenna will have time to do things her way. While her plan may be just crazy enough to work, her unsuitable suitor has other more pleasurable strategies in mind...
The Wife He Always Wanted
Author: Cheryl Ann Smith
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0425260666
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
The next irresistible romance in the School for Brides series from the author of A Convenient Bride... Sarah Palmer is impoverished, desperate, and alone. Her father was murdered years ago, and her only sibling is now dead. When an unkempt man turns up on her doorstep, he claims a friendship with her late brother, and the desire to fulfill her brother’s dying wish that they marry. Sarah sees no other solution for her situation but to wed the roguish stranger. Although it’s not apparent from his gruff appearance, Gabriel Harrington comes from one of London’s finest families. However, he is not the man Sarah’s brother intended her to marry. Overcome with guilt at his hasty lie, Gabriel must begin a life with the chilly Miss Palmer, who appears content with their passionless marriage. But Sarah is not as immune to Gabriel as he thinks. Driven by the desire to learn the truth behind her father’s murder and committed to a make her unexpected marriage successful, she fights to win Gabriel’s affections. Once he begins to see the passion in her, he isn’t that hard to convince…
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0425260666
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
The next irresistible romance in the School for Brides series from the author of A Convenient Bride... Sarah Palmer is impoverished, desperate, and alone. Her father was murdered years ago, and her only sibling is now dead. When an unkempt man turns up on her doorstep, he claims a friendship with her late brother, and the desire to fulfill her brother’s dying wish that they marry. Sarah sees no other solution for her situation but to wed the roguish stranger. Although it’s not apparent from his gruff appearance, Gabriel Harrington comes from one of London’s finest families. However, he is not the man Sarah’s brother intended her to marry. Overcome with guilt at his hasty lie, Gabriel must begin a life with the chilly Miss Palmer, who appears content with their passionless marriage. But Sarah is not as immune to Gabriel as he thinks. Driven by the desire to learn the truth behind her father’s murder and committed to a make her unexpected marriage successful, she fights to win Gabriel’s affections. Once he begins to see the passion in her, he isn’t that hard to convince…
BRIDE IN A GILDED CAGE
Author: Abby Green
Publisher: Harlequin / SB Creative
ISBN: 4596241279
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Rafael, an arrogant and ruthless businessman, stole a kiss from Isobel at her eighteenth birthday. And he’s the fianc? Isobel’s family has forced on her! All he wants is her status as an aristocrat. In return for the marriage, her family will be saved from bankruptcy. But rather than suffer a loveless marriage, Isobel leaves her home and high society to moves to Paris, where she makes a modest living by teaching tango. But before her twenty-first birthday, Rafael unexpectedly shows up in her class, takes her hands and starts dancing with her!
Publisher: Harlequin / SB Creative
ISBN: 4596241279
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Rafael, an arrogant and ruthless businessman, stole a kiss from Isobel at her eighteenth birthday. And he’s the fianc? Isobel’s family has forced on her! All he wants is her status as an aristocrat. In return for the marriage, her family will be saved from bankruptcy. But rather than suffer a loveless marriage, Isobel leaves her home and high society to moves to Paris, where she makes a modest living by teaching tango. But before her twenty-first birthday, Rafael unexpectedly shows up in her class, takes her hands and starts dancing with her!
Harlequin Historical September 2017 - Box Set 1 of 2
Author: Christine Merrill
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488021716
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 490
Book Description
Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! A CONVENIENT BRIDE FOR THE SOLDIER The Society of Wicked Gentlemen by Christine Merrill (Regency) Georgiana Knight auctions her innocence to ex-soldier Frederick Challenger. To protect her reputation, she must marry him, but if Frederick hopes to tame her he'll have to think again… THE MAJOR MEETS HIS MATCH Brides for Bachelors by Annie Burrows (Regency) Lord Becconsall views ton ladies with a cynical eye…until he falls upon fiery Lady Harriet Inskip. It soon becomes clear that the major has finally met his match! SECRET LESSONS WITH THE RAKE Hadley's Hellions by Julia Justiss (1830s) Wanting a role in Parliament, Christopher Lattimar accepts courtesan Ellie Parmenter's offer to reform and refine him. Their plans tumble, however, once lessons in respectability turn to seduction… Look for Harlequin® Historical's September 2017 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488021716
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 490
Book Description
Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! A CONVENIENT BRIDE FOR THE SOLDIER The Society of Wicked Gentlemen by Christine Merrill (Regency) Georgiana Knight auctions her innocence to ex-soldier Frederick Challenger. To protect her reputation, she must marry him, but if Frederick hopes to tame her he'll have to think again… THE MAJOR MEETS HIS MATCH Brides for Bachelors by Annie Burrows (Regency) Lord Becconsall views ton ladies with a cynical eye…until he falls upon fiery Lady Harriet Inskip. It soon becomes clear that the major has finally met his match! SECRET LESSONS WITH THE RAKE Hadley's Hellions by Julia Justiss (1830s) Wanting a role in Parliament, Christopher Lattimar accepts courtesan Ellie Parmenter's offer to reform and refine him. Their plans tumble, however, once lessons in respectability turn to seduction… Look for Harlequin® Historical's September 2017 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!
Harlequin Romance March 2016 Box Set
Author: Jennifer Faye
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460395220
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Harlequin® Romance brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! Experience the rush of falling in love! This Harlequin® Romance box set includes: THE GREEK’S READYMADE WIFE (Brides for the Greek Tycoons) Jennifer Faye Tycoon Cristo needs to marry to secure a vital deal and believes that chambermaid Kyra Pappas will make the perfect convenient bride. But relationships have only ever meant heartache for these two lost hearts—together can they make their fairytale ending finally come true…? CROWN PRINCE’S CHOSEN BRIDE Kandy Shepherd Chef Gemma knows forever isn’t possible with dutybound Tristan—no matter how charming this crown prince is! But when Tristan throws out the royal rule book, all it takes is two little words for Gemma to get her happyeverafter…"I do!" BILLIONAIRE, BOSS…BRIDEGROOM? (Billionaires of London) Kate Hardy CEO Hugh has one rule: he never mixes business with pleasure! Until he needs a fake date and decides his quirky new graphic designer, Bella, is the perfect candidate. With Bella by his side, Hugh realizes that some rules are worth breaking, especially if it means forever with Bella. So, down on one knee, he’ll prove it! MARRIED FOR THEIR MIRACLE BABY Soraya Lane Ballerina Saffron is swept off her feet by tycoon Blake Goldsmith—but she doesn’t expect his proposal of a convenient marriage! Blake promises to help her fulfill her dancing dreams, except another dream comes true…she’s pregnant! So what will this mean for their fake marriage? Look for 4 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Romance! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460395220
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Harlequin® Romance brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! Experience the rush of falling in love! This Harlequin® Romance box set includes: THE GREEK’S READYMADE WIFE (Brides for the Greek Tycoons) Jennifer Faye Tycoon Cristo needs to marry to secure a vital deal and believes that chambermaid Kyra Pappas will make the perfect convenient bride. But relationships have only ever meant heartache for these two lost hearts—together can they make their fairytale ending finally come true…? CROWN PRINCE’S CHOSEN BRIDE Kandy Shepherd Chef Gemma knows forever isn’t possible with dutybound Tristan—no matter how charming this crown prince is! But when Tristan throws out the royal rule book, all it takes is two little words for Gemma to get her happyeverafter…"I do!" BILLIONAIRE, BOSS…BRIDEGROOM? (Billionaires of London) Kate Hardy CEO Hugh has one rule: he never mixes business with pleasure! Until he needs a fake date and decides his quirky new graphic designer, Bella, is the perfect candidate. With Bella by his side, Hugh realizes that some rules are worth breaking, especially if it means forever with Bella. So, down on one knee, he’ll prove it! MARRIED FOR THEIR MIRACLE BABY Soraya Lane Ballerina Saffron is swept off her feet by tycoon Blake Goldsmith—but she doesn’t expect his proposal of a convenient marriage! Blake promises to help her fulfill her dancing dreams, except another dream comes true…she’s pregnant! So what will this mean for their fake marriage? Look for 4 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Romance! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop
The Heiress Gets a Duke
Author: Harper St. George
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593197216
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Even a fortune forged in railroads and steel can't buy entrance into the upper echelons of Victorian high society--for that you need a marriage of convenience. American heiress August Crenshaw has aspirations. But unlike her peers, it isn't some stuffy British Lord she wants wrapped around her finger--it's Crenshaw Iron Works, the family business. When it's clear that August's outrageously progressive ways render her unsuitable for a respectable match, her parents offer up her younger sister to the highest entitled bidder instead. This simply will not do. August refuses to leave her sister to the mercy of a loveless marriage. Evan Sterling, the Duke of Rothschild, has no intention of walking away from the marriage. He's recently inherited the title only to find his coffers empty, and with countless lives depending on him, he can't walk away from the fortune a Crenshaw heiress would bring him. But after meeting her fiery sister, he realizes Violet isn't the heiress he wants. He wants August, and he always gets what he wants. But August won't go peacefully to her fate. She decides to show Rothschild that she's no typical London wallflower. Little does she realize that every stunt she pulls to make him call off the wedding only makes him like her even more.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593197216
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Even a fortune forged in railroads and steel can't buy entrance into the upper echelons of Victorian high society--for that you need a marriage of convenience. American heiress August Crenshaw has aspirations. But unlike her peers, it isn't some stuffy British Lord she wants wrapped around her finger--it's Crenshaw Iron Works, the family business. When it's clear that August's outrageously progressive ways render her unsuitable for a respectable match, her parents offer up her younger sister to the highest entitled bidder instead. This simply will not do. August refuses to leave her sister to the mercy of a loveless marriage. Evan Sterling, the Duke of Rothschild, has no intention of walking away from the marriage. He's recently inherited the title only to find his coffers empty, and with countless lives depending on him, he can't walk away from the fortune a Crenshaw heiress would bring him. But after meeting her fiery sister, he realizes Violet isn't the heiress he wants. He wants August, and he always gets what he wants. But August won't go peacefully to her fate. She decides to show Rothschild that she's no typical London wallflower. Little does she realize that every stunt she pulls to make him call off the wedding only makes him like her even more.
Author: Adrienne Davenport
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1449019455
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 406
Book Description
Synopsis Hidden amongst the rolling hills of Scotland's rugged countryside is Kinrara Keep, home to the beautiful and spirited Countess of Kinley, sole heiress to the estate. Determined to never marry, Jezebel has but one goal: to care for the home that she loves and the aging servants who are her only family. But fate it seems has a far different plan for Jezebel. Aiden Darlington the wealthy and powerful duke of Thistledowne has offered her his hand in marriage. By rejecting him, she risks his wrath but was she to accept she would be risking far more. Now Aiden's life is threatened and Jezebel is the prime suspect. Caught amidst a maelstrom of passion and danger, neither Jezebel nor Aiden dares acknowledge the love that is enfolding between them. Even as they fight to resist its powerful force however, they cannot deny its existence or the knowledge that it is that very love, intriguing and alluring, that could be their salvation. If only they could find the courage to reach for it....
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1449019455
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 406
Book Description
Synopsis Hidden amongst the rolling hills of Scotland's rugged countryside is Kinrara Keep, home to the beautiful and spirited Countess of Kinley, sole heiress to the estate. Determined to never marry, Jezebel has but one goal: to care for the home that she loves and the aging servants who are her only family. But fate it seems has a far different plan for Jezebel. Aiden Darlington the wealthy and powerful duke of Thistledowne has offered her his hand in marriage. By rejecting him, she risks his wrath but was she to accept she would be risking far more. Now Aiden's life is threatened and Jezebel is the prime suspect. Caught amidst a maelstrom of passion and danger, neither Jezebel nor Aiden dares acknowledge the love that is enfolding between them. Even as they fight to resist its powerful force however, they cannot deny its existence or the knowledge that it is that very love, intriguing and alluring, that could be their salvation. If only they could find the courage to reach for it....
Playing by the Marriage Rules
Author: Fiona Brand
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369708695
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
This heir must marry by midnight to inherit it all… Will his ex say yes to his convenient proposal? Find out in this contemporary romance from Fiona Brand! A short-term marriage could solve all their problems… Unless passion makes it all too real. Marry by midnight. That’s the only way businessman and reformed playboy Damon Wyatt can secure his empire. But when his convenient bride never arrives, he makes a marriage deal with wedding planner Jenna Beaumont—who also happens to be his way-too-tempting ex. If they play by the rules, their temporary arrangement will be over and done soon. But their undeniable attraction and a very real connection break every last rule in the contract… From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry. Love triumphs in this uplifting romance.
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369708695
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
This heir must marry by midnight to inherit it all… Will his ex say yes to his convenient proposal? Find out in this contemporary romance from Fiona Brand! A short-term marriage could solve all their problems… Unless passion makes it all too real. Marry by midnight. That’s the only way businessman and reformed playboy Damon Wyatt can secure his empire. But when his convenient bride never arrives, he makes a marriage deal with wedding planner Jenna Beaumont—who also happens to be his way-too-tempting ex. If they play by the rules, their temporary arrangement will be over and done soon. But their undeniable attraction and a very real connection break every last rule in the contract… From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry. Love triumphs in this uplifting romance.
The Emperor Theophilos and the East, 829–842
Author: Juan Signes Codoñer
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317034279
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 533
Book Description
Modern historiography has become accustomed to portraying the emperor Theophilos of Byzantium (829-842) in a favourable light, taking at face value the legendary account that makes of him a righteous and learned ruler, and excusing as ill fortune his apparent military failures against the Muslims. The present book considers events of the period that are crucial to our understanding of the reign and argues for a more balanced assessment of it. The focus lies on the impact of Oriental politics on the reign of Theophilos, the last iconoclast emperor. After introductory chapters, setting out the context in which he came to power, separate sections are devoted to the influence of Armenians at the court, the enrolment of Persian rebels against the caliphate in the Byzantine army, the continuous warfare with the Arabs and the cultural exchange with Baghdad, the Khazar problem, and the attitude of the Christian Melkites towards the iconoclast emperor. The final chapter reassesses the image of the emperor as a good ruler, building on the conclusions of the previous sections. The book reinterprets major events of the period and their chronology, and sets in a new light the role played by figures like Thomas the Slav, Manuel the Armenian or the Persian Theophobos, whose identity is established from a better understanding of the sources.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317034279
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 533
Book Description
Modern historiography has become accustomed to portraying the emperor Theophilos of Byzantium (829-842) in a favourable light, taking at face value the legendary account that makes of him a righteous and learned ruler, and excusing as ill fortune his apparent military failures against the Muslims. The present book considers events of the period that are crucial to our understanding of the reign and argues for a more balanced assessment of it. The focus lies on the impact of Oriental politics on the reign of Theophilos, the last iconoclast emperor. After introductory chapters, setting out the context in which he came to power, separate sections are devoted to the influence of Armenians at the court, the enrolment of Persian rebels against the caliphate in the Byzantine army, the continuous warfare with the Arabs and the cultural exchange with Baghdad, the Khazar problem, and the attitude of the Christian Melkites towards the iconoclast emperor. The final chapter reassesses the image of the emperor as a good ruler, building on the conclusions of the previous sections. The book reinterprets major events of the period and their chronology, and sets in a new light the role played by figures like Thomas the Slav, Manuel the Armenian or the Persian Theophobos, whose identity is established from a better understanding of the sources.
Harlequin Historical December 2019 - Box Set 1 of 2
Author: Louise Allen
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488049742
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 753
Book Description
Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! CONTRACTED AS HIS COUNTESS by Louise Allen (Regency) To fulfil her father’s dying request, Madelyn Aylmer must wed nobleman Jack Ransome! Her new husband will introduce this innocent to society and a world of pleasure… CHRISTMAS WITH HIS WALLFLOWER WIFE The Beauchamp Heirs by Janice Preston (Regency) Lord Alexander Beauchamp saves childhood friend Lady Jane from a forced marriage with his own proposal! But he underestimates the closeness of taking her as his bride… HER RAGS-TO-RICHES CHRISTMAS Scandalous Australian Bachelors by Laura Martin (Regency) When wealthy landowner George Fitzgerald rescues Alice Fillips from flogging, their connection reaches boiling point. Can Alice let go of her past for a future with George? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s December 2019 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1488049742
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 753
Book Description
Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! CONTRACTED AS HIS COUNTESS by Louise Allen (Regency) To fulfil her father’s dying request, Madelyn Aylmer must wed nobleman Jack Ransome! Her new husband will introduce this innocent to society and a world of pleasure… CHRISTMAS WITH HIS WALLFLOWER WIFE The Beauchamp Heirs by Janice Preston (Regency) Lord Alexander Beauchamp saves childhood friend Lady Jane from a forced marriage with his own proposal! But he underestimates the closeness of taking her as his bride… HER RAGS-TO-RICHES CHRISTMAS Scandalous Australian Bachelors by Laura Martin (Regency) When wealthy landowner George Fitzgerald rescues Alice Fillips from flogging, their connection reaches boiling point. Can Alice let go of her past for a future with George? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s December 2019 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!