Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611381738
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 447
Book Description
A soldier who despises women and a woman who despises soldiers must depend on each other to survive. Scarred in a duel over a feckless female, Gavin Lawrence leaves America to take up his new duty as Marquess of Effingham, vowing never to care about others again. But he does care about protecting his crumbling new home—the secret passages apparently conceal an intruder he’s determined to root out. Dillian Whitnell guards her injured cousin in isolated Arinmede manor after an attempt on both their lives. Having followed her father’s troops for years, Dillian is adept at camouflage. She just hadn’t expected the stubborn new marquess to refuse to believe in ghosts. Her game of hide-and-seek game taunts his irritation into intrigue, and intrigue into a forbidden passion, until Gavin realizes the exceedingly annoying but courageous young woman he chases is in terrible danger. Once more, the marquess is faced with the prospect of a fight for his life over a woman—unless Dillian leaves him and all she loves behind. REVIEWS “...a rousing good tale that is alternately merry, mischievous” Ann McGuire, Romance Reader “This fast-paced, witty novel will definitely delight on a cold winter’s night.” Margaret Devilbiss, Gothic Journal “Ms. Rice brings two marvelous characters together. With her mastery of subtle humor, The Marquess will please the taste of the most discriminating readers.” Joan Hammond, Romantic Times
The Marquess
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611381738
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 447
Book Description
A soldier who despises women and a woman who despises soldiers must depend on each other to survive. Scarred in a duel over a feckless female, Gavin Lawrence leaves America to take up his new duty as Marquess of Effingham, vowing never to care about others again. But he does care about protecting his crumbling new home—the secret passages apparently conceal an intruder he’s determined to root out. Dillian Whitnell guards her injured cousin in isolated Arinmede manor after an attempt on both their lives. Having followed her father’s troops for years, Dillian is adept at camouflage. She just hadn’t expected the stubborn new marquess to refuse to believe in ghosts. Her game of hide-and-seek game taunts his irritation into intrigue, and intrigue into a forbidden passion, until Gavin realizes the exceedingly annoying but courageous young woman he chases is in terrible danger. Once more, the marquess is faced with the prospect of a fight for his life over a woman—unless Dillian leaves him and all she loves behind. REVIEWS “...a rousing good tale that is alternately merry, mischievous” Ann McGuire, Romance Reader “This fast-paced, witty novel will definitely delight on a cold winter’s night.” Margaret Devilbiss, Gothic Journal “Ms. Rice brings two marvelous characters together. With her mastery of subtle humor, The Marquess will please the taste of the most discriminating readers.” Joan Hammond, Romantic Times
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611381738
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 447
Book Description
A soldier who despises women and a woman who despises soldiers must depend on each other to survive. Scarred in a duel over a feckless female, Gavin Lawrence leaves America to take up his new duty as Marquess of Effingham, vowing never to care about others again. But he does care about protecting his crumbling new home—the secret passages apparently conceal an intruder he’s determined to root out. Dillian Whitnell guards her injured cousin in isolated Arinmede manor after an attempt on both their lives. Having followed her father’s troops for years, Dillian is adept at camouflage. She just hadn’t expected the stubborn new marquess to refuse to believe in ghosts. Her game of hide-and-seek game taunts his irritation into intrigue, and intrigue into a forbidden passion, until Gavin realizes the exceedingly annoying but courageous young woman he chases is in terrible danger. Once more, the marquess is faced with the prospect of a fight for his life over a woman—unless Dillian leaves him and all she loves behind. REVIEWS “...a rousing good tale that is alternately merry, mischievous” Ann McGuire, Romance Reader “This fast-paced, witty novel will definitely delight on a cold winter’s night.” Margaret Devilbiss, Gothic Journal “Ms. Rice brings two marvelous characters together. With her mastery of subtle humor, The Marquess will please the taste of the most discriminating readers.” Joan Hammond, Romantic Times
The Genuine Article
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611383064
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Feeling like a cliché, Lady Marian Lawrence sets out to snare a rich husband to save her family from ruin. Except with her biting wit and lack of beauty, the task is practically Sisyphean. Hiding her true self, she sets her cap for wealthy, amiable Lord Darley—until Darley’s best friend blocks their path to the altar. A man who has vowed never to marry, Reginald Montague is as determined to prevent a fortune hunter from snaring Darley as Marian is to have a wealthy husband. Far from rich but possessed of an aristocratic lineage, Montague is prepared to do anything to stop Marian, including seduce her. With dazzling skill and subtle stratagem, he sets out to change Marian’s dislike for him into desire—as Marian struggles to keep the lie she’s living from being revealed by a truly disastrous love… “A deliciously light-hearted traditional Regency." —Mary Jo Putney, author of No Longer A Gentleman
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611383064
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Feeling like a cliché, Lady Marian Lawrence sets out to snare a rich husband to save her family from ruin. Except with her biting wit and lack of beauty, the task is practically Sisyphean. Hiding her true self, she sets her cap for wealthy, amiable Lord Darley—until Darley’s best friend blocks their path to the altar. A man who has vowed never to marry, Reginald Montague is as determined to prevent a fortune hunter from snaring Darley as Marian is to have a wealthy husband. Far from rich but possessed of an aristocratic lineage, Montague is prepared to do anything to stop Marian, including seduce her. With dazzling skill and subtle stratagem, he sets out to change Marian’s dislike for him into desire—as Marian struggles to keep the lie she’s living from being revealed by a truly disastrous love… “A deliciously light-hearted traditional Regency." —Mary Jo Putney, author of No Longer A Gentleman
The English Heiress
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611381533
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
An Irish rogue and a duke’s daughter have nothing in common but trouble... Lady Blanche Perceval has inherited all the wealth and responsibility of a dukedom, even if it is actually her cousin who bears the title. Beset with men of business she has no expertise in handling, harassed by the duke to marry, she vows to shoot the next man who adds another burden to her weary shoulders. When the irresistible Michael O’Toole—a man of many names but none his own— reappears in her life to enlist her aid for one of his rescued orphans, Blanche doesn’t know whether to kill him or kiss him. --Until revolutionaries blow up her carriage and the Irish warrior emerges from behind O’Toole’s charm. Suddenly, she’s not sure if she should run away from or toward him. “Finally, Michael O’Toole! I’ve been waiting for his story ever since I read Patricia Rice’s The Marquess years ago. Michael and his delicious duke’s granddaughter demonstrate why bad boys are best!” Mary Jo Putney
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611381533
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
An Irish rogue and a duke’s daughter have nothing in common but trouble... Lady Blanche Perceval has inherited all the wealth and responsibility of a dukedom, even if it is actually her cousin who bears the title. Beset with men of business she has no expertise in handling, harassed by the duke to marry, she vows to shoot the next man who adds another burden to her weary shoulders. When the irresistible Michael O’Toole—a man of many names but none his own— reappears in her life to enlist her aid for one of his rescued orphans, Blanche doesn’t know whether to kill him or kiss him. --Until revolutionaries blow up her carriage and the Irish warrior emerges from behind O’Toole’s charm. Suddenly, she’s not sure if she should run away from or toward him. “Finally, Michael O’Toole! I’ve been waiting for his story ever since I read Patricia Rice’s The Marquess years ago. Michael and his delicious duke’s granddaughter demonstrate why bad boys are best!” Mary Jo Putney
This Magic Moment
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611380162
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
"Rice has a magical touch for creating fascinating plots, delicious romance, and delightful characters..." – Booklist As a second son, Lord Harry Winchester indulges in a carefree, comfortable life— until the unusual death of his brother and father bestows upon him a dukedom plagued with a crumbling family manor and hungry debtors. What’s a desperate duke to do but marry the wealthy lady betrothed to him since childhood? Lady Christina Malcolm Childe’s magical gift of reading auras reveals, to her dismay, that her laughing Harry has recently become a dark and bitter man. She must find out why. . .before the worm-eaten floors of his manor collapse beneath her feet. Until Harry learns to love her truly, this willful Malcolm refuses to consummate their marriage. No matter how tempting he proves to be.... MAGICAL MALCOLM SERIES IN ORDER Merely Magic Must Be Magic The Trouble With Magic This Magic Moment Much Ado About Magic Magic Man
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611380162
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
"Rice has a magical touch for creating fascinating plots, delicious romance, and delightful characters..." – Booklist As a second son, Lord Harry Winchester indulges in a carefree, comfortable life— until the unusual death of his brother and father bestows upon him a dukedom plagued with a crumbling family manor and hungry debtors. What’s a desperate duke to do but marry the wealthy lady betrothed to him since childhood? Lady Christina Malcolm Childe’s magical gift of reading auras reveals, to her dismay, that her laughing Harry has recently become a dark and bitter man. She must find out why. . .before the worm-eaten floors of his manor collapse beneath her feet. Until Harry learns to love her truly, this willful Malcolm refuses to consummate their marriage. No matter how tempting he proves to be.... MAGICAL MALCOLM SERIES IN ORDER Merely Magic Must Be Magic The Trouble With Magic This Magic Moment Much Ado About Magic Magic Man
Formidable Lord Quentin
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611384443
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
He's a tradesman; she's a marchioness. They have only one thing in common....Having married once out of desperation, the Virgin Widow Lady Belden has no intention of giving up her independence... until her long-lost siblings arrive on her doorstep. By law their guardianship belongs to the power-hungry marquess of Belden, but Bell will defy law and society to keep her newly reunited family together. Formidable in trade, unlucky in love, Lord Quentin Hoyt has eyed Lady Bell from afar--not just because she possesses the family fortune, but because she's the most desirable woman he's ever met. Now that the widowed Bell is ripe for seduction, the shrewd Scotsman is prepared to negotiate the business merger of his lifetime.Who will be the victor when the imperial Lady Bell engages the clever Lord Quentin in a battle of wits over life, lust, and love?
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611384443
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
He's a tradesman; she's a marchioness. They have only one thing in common....Having married once out of desperation, the Virgin Widow Lady Belden has no intention of giving up her independence... until her long-lost siblings arrive on her doorstep. By law their guardianship belongs to the power-hungry marquess of Belden, but Bell will defy law and society to keep her newly reunited family together. Formidable in trade, unlucky in love, Lord Quentin Hoyt has eyed Lady Bell from afar--not just because she possesses the family fortune, but because she's the most desirable woman he's ever met. Now that the widowed Bell is ripe for seduction, the shrewd Scotsman is prepared to negotiate the business merger of his lifetime.Who will be the victor when the imperial Lady Bell engages the clever Lord Quentin in a battle of wits over life, lust, and love?
Aura of Magic
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611386616
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 377
Book Description
From NYT bestselling author, Patricia Rice, the fourth book and an enticing addition to the Unexpected Magic series. . . Brighid Darrow, Countess of Carstairs, has endured years of a loveless marriage in order to aid her friends and the people of Northridge. Yet once she is widowed, the village shuns her with accusations of witchcraft—vilifying her unique gift of reading auras. Released from past restraints, Bridey rebelliously embraces her dream of establishing a forbidden school for midwives. Having spent his life being all that is proper in hopes of earning a title in return for services to the crown, Aaron Pascoe-Ives, illegitimate son of a marquess, is ordered to Northridge to save the royal mines from rioters. Any hope of aid from the beautiful but aloof countess is dashed when his incorrigible twins endanger their young lives by following him, mystifyingly insisting that Countess of Carstairs is their new mother. Bridey and Pascoe face ghosts, assassins, and riots—but nothing as perilous as the irresistible attraction between them. With hard-fought goals at risk, they must make the ultimate choice between achieving dreams—or losing each other. Scroll up and get your copy AURA OF MAGIC today! Reviews: “Patricia Rice weaves magical love stories” - Mary Jo Putney, NY Times Bestselling Author “Known for her masterful talent for writing whimsy, humor and mayhem, Rice gives the reader a delightful romantic adventure in . . . her Unexpected Magic series”—Joan Hammond, RT Reviews 4 ½ stars
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611386616
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 377
Book Description
From NYT bestselling author, Patricia Rice, the fourth book and an enticing addition to the Unexpected Magic series. . . Brighid Darrow, Countess of Carstairs, has endured years of a loveless marriage in order to aid her friends and the people of Northridge. Yet once she is widowed, the village shuns her with accusations of witchcraft—vilifying her unique gift of reading auras. Released from past restraints, Bridey rebelliously embraces her dream of establishing a forbidden school for midwives. Having spent his life being all that is proper in hopes of earning a title in return for services to the crown, Aaron Pascoe-Ives, illegitimate son of a marquess, is ordered to Northridge to save the royal mines from rioters. Any hope of aid from the beautiful but aloof countess is dashed when his incorrigible twins endanger their young lives by following him, mystifyingly insisting that Countess of Carstairs is their new mother. Bridey and Pascoe face ghosts, assassins, and riots—but nothing as perilous as the irresistible attraction between them. With hard-fought goals at risk, they must make the ultimate choice between achieving dreams—or losing each other. Scroll up and get your copy AURA OF MAGIC today! Reviews: “Patricia Rice weaves magical love stories” - Mary Jo Putney, NY Times Bestselling Author “Known for her masterful talent for writing whimsy, humor and mayhem, Rice gives the reader a delightful romantic adventure in . . . her Unexpected Magic series”—Joan Hammond, RT Reviews 4 ½ stars
Wayward Angel
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 161138124X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
Her real name is Lady Alexandra Theodora Beaumont, the daughter of an abusive British lord. Rescued by Quakers from near drowning, little "Dora" grows up as a typical Quaker child. No one knows of her past, not even the boy Dora adores, Pace Nicholls, hellion son of a local slaveholder. As Pace and Dora reach adulthood in war-torn Kentucky, Pace defiantly frees the family slaves, leaves his law practice, and joins the Union army. Dora is always there to nurse his wounds and aid his rebellions. Pace has no excuse except war's insanity for taking her in wanton self-indulgence and not giving his heart, never guessing that the tables would one day turn. The noble and beautiful Lady Alexandra who once came so willingly into his arms could be swept forever out of his reach… unless this time he offers the love he’s never known. ~~~ "A gifted story teller"—Romantic Times "Ms. Rice does a great job of creating a fast-paced story with appealing characters and interesting subplots."—Paperback Forum
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 161138124X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
Her real name is Lady Alexandra Theodora Beaumont, the daughter of an abusive British lord. Rescued by Quakers from near drowning, little "Dora" grows up as a typical Quaker child. No one knows of her past, not even the boy Dora adores, Pace Nicholls, hellion son of a local slaveholder. As Pace and Dora reach adulthood in war-torn Kentucky, Pace defiantly frees the family slaves, leaves his law practice, and joins the Union army. Dora is always there to nurse his wounds and aid his rebellions. Pace has no excuse except war's insanity for taking her in wanton self-indulgence and not giving his heart, never guessing that the tables would one day turn. The noble and beautiful Lady Alexandra who once came so willingly into his arms could be swept forever out of his reach… unless this time he offers the love he’s never known. ~~~ "A gifted story teller"—Romantic Times "Ms. Rice does a great job of creating a fast-paced story with appealing characters and interesting subplots."—Paperback Forum
Twin Genius
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611386411
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611386411
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
Volcano
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611381878
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
New York Times bestseller Patricia Rice offers a tale of love and mystery. . . “Exotic locales and dangerous skullduggery highlights this delightfully adventurous tale. Patricia Rice just keeps getting better and better.” Jill Smith, Romantic Times After landing in the Caribbean island of St Lucia on business, account executive Penelope Albright is shockingly accused of smuggling drugs—until a sexy stranger claims to be her husband and kidnaps her. Trouble and Charlie Smith are two sides of the same coin. He needs a wife—temporarily—to help him keep a low profile while investigating the disappearance of his business partner. And like it or not, elegant Penny is convenient, if way too upscale for Charlie’s tastes. Like the island’s legendary volcano, their primal attraction is a force of nature. The lush setting should be a haven for lovers, not killers. But the sultry heat hides a peril they don’t anticipate. Can they fight their way out of the jungle that is their past and live to see the future? REVIEWS: “Want a steamy jungle romance? Look no further than Volcano. Enjoy.” Cathy Sova, The Romance Reader “Fast-paced and well-balanced, VOLCANO ... (has) just enough suspense to make the story exciting and (add) some sizzling sex! Wonderful story...” Cherise Cruit, Old Book Barn Gazette Keywords: contemporary romance, St. Lucia island, jungle, adventure, construction, murder, romantic mystery, Caribbean, island; strong heroine, accountant, criminal, betrayal, kidnapped, CEO, enemies to lovers,
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1611381878
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
New York Times bestseller Patricia Rice offers a tale of love and mystery. . . “Exotic locales and dangerous skullduggery highlights this delightfully adventurous tale. Patricia Rice just keeps getting better and better.” Jill Smith, Romantic Times After landing in the Caribbean island of St Lucia on business, account executive Penelope Albright is shockingly accused of smuggling drugs—until a sexy stranger claims to be her husband and kidnaps her. Trouble and Charlie Smith are two sides of the same coin. He needs a wife—temporarily—to help him keep a low profile while investigating the disappearance of his business partner. And like it or not, elegant Penny is convenient, if way too upscale for Charlie’s tastes. Like the island’s legendary volcano, their primal attraction is a force of nature. The lush setting should be a haven for lovers, not killers. But the sultry heat hides a peril they don’t anticipate. Can they fight their way out of the jungle that is their past and live to see the future? REVIEWS: “Want a steamy jungle romance? Look no further than Volcano. Enjoy.” Cathy Sova, The Romance Reader “Fast-paced and well-balanced, VOLCANO ... (has) just enough suspense to make the story exciting and (add) some sizzling sex! Wonderful story...” Cherise Cruit, Old Book Barn Gazette Keywords: contemporary romance, St. Lucia island, jungle, adventure, construction, murder, romantic mystery, Caribbean, island; strong heroine, accountant, criminal, betrayal, kidnapped, CEO, enemies to lovers,
The Rainbow Recipe
Author: Patricia Rice
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1636320783
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
In the spooky town of Afterthought, Halloween is no time to die. . . Psychic caterer Priscilla Malcolm watches in disbelief as a glamorous boutique owner drops dead at her Halloween party. Pris isn’t about to blame her appetizers, even if she knows the death isn’t natural. But when the victim’s ghost attaches to her ghost-busting cousin, Evie, she has no choice except to find out what happened. While Evie’s Sensible Solutions team investigates motives for possible murder, Pris seeks the source of the boutique’s fame in Italy— coincidentally, the home of her nemesis, Dante Ives. Pris’s telepathic skills are limited, but while she searches for a heartless killer, she will need to call on every gift she possesses to deal with the handsome archeologist and the adorable twins his enigmatic ex dumped on him. Knowing his past is the reason Evie is haunted now, Dante must join eccentric Pris and the anarchic Solutions team to solve the murder before Evie becomes the next victim. PSYCHIC SOLUTIONS MYSTERIES IN ORDER The Indigo Solution The Golden Plan The Crystal Key The Rainbow Recipe
Publisher: Book View Cafe
ISBN: 1636320783
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
In the spooky town of Afterthought, Halloween is no time to die. . . Psychic caterer Priscilla Malcolm watches in disbelief as a glamorous boutique owner drops dead at her Halloween party. Pris isn’t about to blame her appetizers, even if she knows the death isn’t natural. But when the victim’s ghost attaches to her ghost-busting cousin, Evie, she has no choice except to find out what happened. While Evie’s Sensible Solutions team investigates motives for possible murder, Pris seeks the source of the boutique’s fame in Italy— coincidentally, the home of her nemesis, Dante Ives. Pris’s telepathic skills are limited, but while she searches for a heartless killer, she will need to call on every gift she possesses to deal with the handsome archeologist and the adorable twins his enigmatic ex dumped on him. Knowing his past is the reason Evie is haunted now, Dante must join eccentric Pris and the anarchic Solutions team to solve the murder before Evie becomes the next victim. PSYCHIC SOLUTIONS MYSTERIES IN ORDER The Indigo Solution The Golden Plan The Crystal Key The Rainbow Recipe