Author: Valerie King
Publisher: Zebra Books
ISBN: 9780821774823
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
A foolish wager drove Harriet Godwyn and Lord Connought apart years ago--and Harriet has never forgiven him. Now, Connought accepts a high-stakes proposition to win back his beloved's heart. Original.
A Rogue's Wager
Author: Valerie King
Publisher: Zebra Books
ISBN: 9780821774823
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
A foolish wager drove Harriet Godwyn and Lord Connought apart years ago--and Harriet has never forgiven him. Now, Connought accepts a high-stakes proposition to win back his beloved's heart. Original.
Publisher: Zebra Books
ISBN: 9780821774823
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
A foolish wager drove Harriet Godwyn and Lord Connought apart years ago--and Harriet has never forgiven him. Now, Connought accepts a high-stakes proposition to win back his beloved's heart. Original.
To Catch a Rogue
Author: Amanda McCabe
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1426852304
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
When antiquities begin to go missing from London drawing rooms Miss Calliope Chase sets out to restore order. The thief must be a well-connected member of the Ton. And she doesn't need to look much further than Cameron de Vere, Earl of Westwood, for a suspect. What she doesn't realize is that her determined pursuit of a criminal is beginning to look like a budding romance. Until Cameron kisses her, and her ordered life is thrown into appalling confusion!
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1426852304
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
When antiquities begin to go missing from London drawing rooms Miss Calliope Chase sets out to restore order. The thief must be a well-connected member of the Ton. And she doesn't need to look much further than Cameron de Vere, Earl of Westwood, for a suspect. What she doesn't realize is that her determined pursuit of a criminal is beginning to look like a budding romance. Until Cameron kisses her, and her ordered life is thrown into appalling confusion!
What A Rogue Wants
Author: Julie Johnstone
Publisher: Julie Johnstone
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
Lady Madelaine Aldridge might be the worst lady-in-waiting to ever grace King George III’s court. An oddball who prefers archery to embroidery and honesty to deception, she earns the dislike of the Queen, the cruelty of the other ladies-in-waiting and the advances of a lecherous scoundrel who wants to seduce her. Her father is threatening an arranged marriage unless she finds a proper husband―a task that seems hopeless until Lord Grey Adlard rides into court. Grey Adlard lives up to his reputation as a dangerous rake when he proposes Madelaine meet him in the stables for a tumble. Yet when she needs a protector the most, Grey offers his services and vows he wants to court her. Wary yet intrigued by the mystery he presents, Madelaine slowly allows Grey to capture her confidence and then her heart. Things seem perfect until her father is imprisoned for plotting against the King and Madelaine learns Grey is not simply the handsome aristocrat he pretends to be but a cunning spy. As King George III sinks deeper into insanity, Madelaine must prove her father’s innocence in order to save his life. With the future of England hanging in the balance and a ruthless murderer hunting them Grey and Madelaine engage in a clash of wills and a battle fraught with suspicion, secrets, betrayal and two hearts that cannot deny the impossible, irresistible love between them.
Publisher: Julie Johnstone
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
Lady Madelaine Aldridge might be the worst lady-in-waiting to ever grace King George III’s court. An oddball who prefers archery to embroidery and honesty to deception, she earns the dislike of the Queen, the cruelty of the other ladies-in-waiting and the advances of a lecherous scoundrel who wants to seduce her. Her father is threatening an arranged marriage unless she finds a proper husband―a task that seems hopeless until Lord Grey Adlard rides into court. Grey Adlard lives up to his reputation as a dangerous rake when he proposes Madelaine meet him in the stables for a tumble. Yet when she needs a protector the most, Grey offers his services and vows he wants to court her. Wary yet intrigued by the mystery he presents, Madelaine slowly allows Grey to capture her confidence and then her heart. Things seem perfect until her father is imprisoned for plotting against the King and Madelaine learns Grey is not simply the handsome aristocrat he pretends to be but a cunning spy. As King George III sinks deeper into insanity, Madelaine must prove her father’s innocence in order to save his life. With the future of England hanging in the balance and a ruthless murderer hunting them Grey and Madelaine engage in a clash of wills and a battle fraught with suspicion, secrets, betrayal and two hearts that cannot deny the impossible, irresistible love between them.
What A Rogue Desires
Author: Caroline Linden
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 1420129449
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
"A roguish hero trying to redeem his rakish ways meets his romantic match in [this] lushly sensual Regency historical romance" (Booklist). A gentleman and a very improper lady are bound together by a passion that crosses the line between upper class and underworld in Caroline Linden's daring new romance . . . Thanks to his wayward youth, David Reece, the youngest scion in a noble family, has been called one of the most scandalous rogues of the ton. What he wants to be called is trustworthy and a true gentleman. To prove he has reformed he's agreed to watch over his absent brother's estate. All is going swimmingly until highwaymen waylay his coach and steal his brother’s signet ring . . . After growing up a pickpocket, street orphan Vivian Beecham has reluctantly graduated to highway robbery. But her handsome victim is quick to turn the tables and take her prisoner. Though David has the pretty thief locked in a spare bedroom, he’s in no place to judge her youthful indiscretion. Instead she becomes a former rogue's greatest challenge: the object of a passionate seduction . . .
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
ISBN: 1420129449
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
"A roguish hero trying to redeem his rakish ways meets his romantic match in [this] lushly sensual Regency historical romance" (Booklist). A gentleman and a very improper lady are bound together by a passion that crosses the line between upper class and underworld in Caroline Linden's daring new romance . . . Thanks to his wayward youth, David Reece, the youngest scion in a noble family, has been called one of the most scandalous rogues of the ton. What he wants to be called is trustworthy and a true gentleman. To prove he has reformed he's agreed to watch over his absent brother's estate. All is going swimmingly until highwaymen waylay his coach and steal his brother’s signet ring . . . After growing up a pickpocket, street orphan Vivian Beecham has reluctantly graduated to highway robbery. But her handsome victim is quick to turn the tables and take her prisoner. Though David has the pretty thief locked in a spare bedroom, he’s in no place to judge her youthful indiscretion. Instead she becomes a former rogue's greatest challenge: the object of a passionate seduction . . .
A Rose for a Rogue
Author: Collette Cameron
Publisher: Blue Rose Romance
ISBN: 1947983636
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
What’s a future duke to do when the most unsuitable woman possible captures his heart? Eden had tried to avoid even a hint of scandal her whole life. Plowing headlong into the Marquis of Sterling and dropping eggs on his boots wasn’t the most foolish thing Eden Haverden had ever done. Imprudently agreeing to take the charming rogue home when his horse went lame wasn’t either. But reluctantly accepting Chester’s invitation to stay the night at his familial estate after she nearly drowned? Yes, that assuredly was a rash decision and invited utter ruin. So why doesn’t she listen to her common sense? The DeCourcy sins have haunted Chester his entire life. Determined to create a new legacy for the tainted duchy, Manchester’s every action and decision are governed by diligence and discipline. A man of reason and purpose, he should not be distracted by the wholly unsuitable Eden Haverden. Not only is she the illegitimate offspring of his father’s arch enemy, she’s also the sister of the man who’d killed his brother. Why then, can’t he resist the powerful connection between them? Can Chester convince Eden to put aside their families’ feud and trust him with her heart and love? For a captivating page-turning Regency Romance adventure that will keep you reading far past your bedtime, buy the sixth book in the A Waltz with a Rogue Series today! Though this book is part of a series, it can easily be read as a stand-alone.
Publisher: Blue Rose Romance
ISBN: 1947983636
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
What’s a future duke to do when the most unsuitable woman possible captures his heart? Eden had tried to avoid even a hint of scandal her whole life. Plowing headlong into the Marquis of Sterling and dropping eggs on his boots wasn’t the most foolish thing Eden Haverden had ever done. Imprudently agreeing to take the charming rogue home when his horse went lame wasn’t either. But reluctantly accepting Chester’s invitation to stay the night at his familial estate after she nearly drowned? Yes, that assuredly was a rash decision and invited utter ruin. So why doesn’t she listen to her common sense? The DeCourcy sins have haunted Chester his entire life. Determined to create a new legacy for the tainted duchy, Manchester’s every action and decision are governed by diligence and discipline. A man of reason and purpose, he should not be distracted by the wholly unsuitable Eden Haverden. Not only is she the illegitimate offspring of his father’s arch enemy, she’s also the sister of the man who’d killed his brother. Why then, can’t he resist the powerful connection between them? Can Chester convince Eden to put aside their families’ feud and trust him with her heart and love? For a captivating page-turning Regency Romance adventure that will keep you reading far past your bedtime, buy the sixth book in the A Waltz with a Rogue Series today! Though this book is part of a series, it can easily be read as a stand-alone.
The Wallflower Takes a Rogue
Author: Linda Rae Sande
Publisher: Brook Ridge Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1332
Book Description
Step into the enchanting world of the Revenge of the Wallflowers, where determined and overlooked wallflowers dare to take destiny into their own hands. This captivating box set brings together nine delightful tales of love, passion, and revenge, set amidst the elegance and intrigue of Regency England. Each story introduces a determined wallflower ready to claim her place in society and in the heart of a rogue. The Wager of a Wallflower by Linda Rae Sande: When Lucy makes a bold wager with Marcus, the stakes are high—marriage or ten thousand pounds. But as secrets are uncovered, and Marcus leaves for his Grand Tour, will Lucy collect what she's owed, or will love rewrite the rules of their wager? The Willful Wallflower by Meredeth Bond: A rekindled passion between Emilie and Gabriel forces them into a game of cat-and-mouse. Will the flames of their past consume them once more, or will they find a love that's worth the fight? A Waltz for the Wallflower by Rue Allyn: Years after her disastrous first season, she's still known as an accident waiting to happen. But when an old suitor reappears, will she give him a chance to change disaster into delight? Beware a Wallflower's Wrath by Aubrey Wynne: Annis Craigg once gave her heart away at seventeen. Fifteen years later, Lord Robert Harding returns to Scotland, desperate to reclaim the only woman he's ever loved. But Annis is no longer the innocent girl he left behind—she has secrets, and a wrath that could turn their reunion into a tragedy. The Wallflower, the Rake, and the Masquerade by Alanna Lucas: To escape her family's matchmaking schemes, a wallflower enlists the help of her estranged childhood friend, Titus, the Earl of Ravensworth. But as they navigate a masquerade of deception, will they discover that love has been hiding in plain sight all along? The Wallflower's Secret by Rose Pearson: Miss Julia Harbison seeks revenge on the roguish Lord Rushington, but a dance floor mishap leads to a game of love and deception. Can passion and truth prevail over vengeance? Highland Wallflower by Hildie McQueen: She's been taught to see him as her enemy, yet her heart tells her otherwise. In the Scottish Highlands, a wallflower battles between duty and desire, discovering that the line between love and hate is dangerously thin. Wallflower Gone Wild by Cecelia Rene: Ruined and shunned by society, Letty must decide whether to forgive the man responsible or let her anger drive her down a darker path. When Mac's secret is revealed, will love be enough to heal their shattered hearts? The Wallflower Identity by Dawn Brower: A notorious wallflower with a tattered reputation, a rake with a faulty memory, and a scheme doomed to fail—when deception and identity collide, can love emerge victorious? Will these wallflowers find the courage to transform their destinies and win the hearts of the rogues they dare to love? Find out in The Wallflower Takes a Rogue—where passion, revenge, and romance intertwine in nine irresistible Regency tales.
Publisher: Brook Ridge Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1332
Book Description
Step into the enchanting world of the Revenge of the Wallflowers, where determined and overlooked wallflowers dare to take destiny into their own hands. This captivating box set brings together nine delightful tales of love, passion, and revenge, set amidst the elegance and intrigue of Regency England. Each story introduces a determined wallflower ready to claim her place in society and in the heart of a rogue. The Wager of a Wallflower by Linda Rae Sande: When Lucy makes a bold wager with Marcus, the stakes are high—marriage or ten thousand pounds. But as secrets are uncovered, and Marcus leaves for his Grand Tour, will Lucy collect what she's owed, or will love rewrite the rules of their wager? The Willful Wallflower by Meredeth Bond: A rekindled passion between Emilie and Gabriel forces them into a game of cat-and-mouse. Will the flames of their past consume them once more, or will they find a love that's worth the fight? A Waltz for the Wallflower by Rue Allyn: Years after her disastrous first season, she's still known as an accident waiting to happen. But when an old suitor reappears, will she give him a chance to change disaster into delight? Beware a Wallflower's Wrath by Aubrey Wynne: Annis Craigg once gave her heart away at seventeen. Fifteen years later, Lord Robert Harding returns to Scotland, desperate to reclaim the only woman he's ever loved. But Annis is no longer the innocent girl he left behind—she has secrets, and a wrath that could turn their reunion into a tragedy. The Wallflower, the Rake, and the Masquerade by Alanna Lucas: To escape her family's matchmaking schemes, a wallflower enlists the help of her estranged childhood friend, Titus, the Earl of Ravensworth. But as they navigate a masquerade of deception, will they discover that love has been hiding in plain sight all along? The Wallflower's Secret by Rose Pearson: Miss Julia Harbison seeks revenge on the roguish Lord Rushington, but a dance floor mishap leads to a game of love and deception. Can passion and truth prevail over vengeance? Highland Wallflower by Hildie McQueen: She's been taught to see him as her enemy, yet her heart tells her otherwise. In the Scottish Highlands, a wallflower battles between duty and desire, discovering that the line between love and hate is dangerously thin. Wallflower Gone Wild by Cecelia Rene: Ruined and shunned by society, Letty must decide whether to forgive the man responsible or let her anger drive her down a darker path. When Mac's secret is revealed, will love be enough to heal their shattered hearts? The Wallflower Identity by Dawn Brower: A notorious wallflower with a tattered reputation, a rake with a faulty memory, and a scheme doomed to fail—when deception and identity collide, can love emerge victorious? Will these wallflowers find the courage to transform their destinies and win the hearts of the rogues they dare to love? Find out in The Wallflower Takes a Rogue—where passion, revenge, and romance intertwine in nine irresistible Regency tales.
An Honorable Rogue
Author: April Kihlstrom
Publisher: April Kihlstrom
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Lady Barbara wagers that she can successfully masquerade for one night as a barmaid in London. But how could she know that in that single night she would lose both her heart and her innocence to the notorious Lord Farrington? “Ms. Kihlstrom has written yet another gem. This book contains everything a reader could want--humor, dastardly villain, passion, an achingly vulnerable yet strong hero, and a trusting, spirited heroine. The mixture is heady and delightful. Another engaging romance by a master of the genre.” RENDEZVOUS "Ms. Kihlstrom is at her finest in AN HONORABLE ROGUE,as she gives us yet another engaging heroine who's not afraid to flaunt Regency society in the name of love."-- .."-- GENIE ROMANCE AND WOMEN’S FICTION EXCHANGE **** "April Kihlstrom's comedy of manners goes far beyond etiquette and appearances. This riches-to-rags and back story is bold in its depiction of society and its ways of love. If you want adventure, intrigue, and just some good fun, pick up this book. It'll fill the bill." --AFFAIRE DE COEUR
Publisher: April Kihlstrom
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Lady Barbara wagers that she can successfully masquerade for one night as a barmaid in London. But how could she know that in that single night she would lose both her heart and her innocence to the notorious Lord Farrington? “Ms. Kihlstrom has written yet another gem. This book contains everything a reader could want--humor, dastardly villain, passion, an achingly vulnerable yet strong hero, and a trusting, spirited heroine. The mixture is heady and delightful. Another engaging romance by a master of the genre.” RENDEZVOUS "Ms. Kihlstrom is at her finest in AN HONORABLE ROGUE,as she gives us yet another engaging heroine who's not afraid to flaunt Regency society in the name of love."-- .."-- GENIE ROMANCE AND WOMEN’S FICTION EXCHANGE **** "April Kihlstrom's comedy of manners goes far beyond etiquette and appearances. This riches-to-rags and back story is bold in its depiction of society and its ways of love. If you want adventure, intrigue, and just some good fun, pick up this book. It'll fill the bill." --AFFAIRE DE COEUR
A Rogue's Downfall
Author: Mary Balogh
Publisher: Class Ebook Editions Ltd
ISBN: 1944654070
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
A ROGUE'S DOWNFALL The Anniversary After the Earl of Reardon, one of London's most notorious rakes, ruined the virtue and reputation of a young lady at a masquerade ball on Valentine's Day, he did the honorable thing and married her before settling her at his country estate and abandoning her there. Now, one year later, he has returned home to his wife and young son, wondering if it is too late to woo her properly and make amends for a year of shameful neglect. The Wrong Door During a dull evening at a particularly tedious house party Viscount Lyndon, a notorious rake, makes an assignation to spend the night with a willing widow. In the darkness, however, he opens the wrong door and enters the wrong room. He soon finds himself honor-bound to offer for the young lady who was the unfortunate victim of his error. She, however, does not react with predictable meekness. Instead, she sets out to bring him to his knees. Precious Rogue Miss Peabody and her mother are ecstatic when Mr. Bancroft, London's most elusive bachelor, accepts an invitation to a house party at their country estate. They boast that he is about to offer marriage. However, it is upon Patricia Mangan, the quiet, unremarkable, impoverished niece Mrs. Peabody treats more as a servant than a relative, that Mr. Bancroft finds himself turning his attentions, surprising himself as much as he surprises her and everyone else.
Publisher: Class Ebook Editions Ltd
ISBN: 1944654070
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
A ROGUE'S DOWNFALL The Anniversary After the Earl of Reardon, one of London's most notorious rakes, ruined the virtue and reputation of a young lady at a masquerade ball on Valentine's Day, he did the honorable thing and married her before settling her at his country estate and abandoning her there. Now, one year later, he has returned home to his wife and young son, wondering if it is too late to woo her properly and make amends for a year of shameful neglect. The Wrong Door During a dull evening at a particularly tedious house party Viscount Lyndon, a notorious rake, makes an assignation to spend the night with a willing widow. In the darkness, however, he opens the wrong door and enters the wrong room. He soon finds himself honor-bound to offer for the young lady who was the unfortunate victim of his error. She, however, does not react with predictable meekness. Instead, she sets out to bring him to his knees. Precious Rogue Miss Peabody and her mother are ecstatic when Mr. Bancroft, London's most elusive bachelor, accepts an invitation to a house party at their country estate. They boast that he is about to offer marriage. However, it is upon Patricia Mangan, the quiet, unremarkable, impoverished niece Mrs. Peabody treats more as a servant than a relative, that Mr. Bancroft finds himself turning his attentions, surprising himself as much as he surprises her and everyone else.
Only For His Lady
Author: Christina DeGennaro
Publisher: Christi Caldwell Inc
ISBN: 1944240268
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
***Please note, "Only For His Lady" was previously featured in the "With Dreams Only of You" collection. It now features a prologue and epilogue! It is an approximately 30,000 word novella. A curse. A sword. And the thief who stole her heart. The Rayne family is trapped in a rut of bad luck. And now, it's up to Lady Theodosia Rayne to steal back the Theodosia sword, a gladius that was pilfered by the rival, loathed Renshaw family. Hopefully, recovering the stolen sword will break the cycle and reverse her family's fate. Damian Renshaw, the Duke of Devlin, is feared by all--all, that is, except Lady Theodosia, the brazen spitfire who enters his home and wrestles an ancient relic from his wall. Intrigued by the vivacious woman, Devlin has no intentions of relinquishing the sword to her. As Theodosia and Damian battle for ownership, passion ignites. Now, they are torn between their age-old feud and the fire that burns between them. Can two forbidden lovers find a way to make amends before their families' war tears them apart?
Publisher: Christi Caldwell Inc
ISBN: 1944240268
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
***Please note, "Only For His Lady" was previously featured in the "With Dreams Only of You" collection. It now features a prologue and epilogue! It is an approximately 30,000 word novella. A curse. A sword. And the thief who stole her heart. The Rayne family is trapped in a rut of bad luck. And now, it's up to Lady Theodosia Rayne to steal back the Theodosia sword, a gladius that was pilfered by the rival, loathed Renshaw family. Hopefully, recovering the stolen sword will break the cycle and reverse her family's fate. Damian Renshaw, the Duke of Devlin, is feared by all--all, that is, except Lady Theodosia, the brazen spitfire who enters his home and wrestles an ancient relic from his wall. Intrigued by the vivacious woman, Devlin has no intentions of relinquishing the sword to her. As Theodosia and Damian battle for ownership, passion ignites. Now, they are torn between their age-old feud and the fire that burns between them. Can two forbidden lovers find a way to make amends before their families' war tears them apart?
A Kiss from a Rogue
Author: Elisa Braden
Publisher: Elisa Braden
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
The final, breathtaking novel in Elisa Braden’s Rescued from Ruin series is the story readers have been clamoring for: Fragile yet unbroken, Hannah Gray is embarking on a husband hunt … if only Lady Wallingham hadn’t invited a wolf to the party. All she wants is an ordinary life A cruel past left Hannah Gray with one simple longing—normalcy. Normal ladies ride and waltz without fear. They have safe, normal husbands to give them safe, normal kisses. After years of healing, she’s ready to find “normal” for herself, and Lady Wallingham’s house party is the perfect place to begin. Perfect, that is, except for the cynical wolf-in-rogue’s-clothing whose every hungry glance threatens to crack her armor and pierce her fragile heart. All he wants is to forget her Bow Street runner Jonas Hawthorn vowed never to see the cold, haughty Miss Gray again. A year ago, he nearly died trying to protect her, only to be dismissed like a lowly servant. But soon, he’ll have land and servants of his own. He just has to locate an old dowager’s stolen goods, collect his prize, and avoid the beauty who haunts him like a moonlit sky. All it takes is a single kiss He never meant to touch her. She never meant to reveal the truth. But once he’s tasted the heat and longing hidden beneath her icy mask, the only mystery this Bow Street man burns to solve is how a roguish wolf might win the elusive Miss Gray for himself.
Publisher: Elisa Braden
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
The final, breathtaking novel in Elisa Braden’s Rescued from Ruin series is the story readers have been clamoring for: Fragile yet unbroken, Hannah Gray is embarking on a husband hunt … if only Lady Wallingham hadn’t invited a wolf to the party. All she wants is an ordinary life A cruel past left Hannah Gray with one simple longing—normalcy. Normal ladies ride and waltz without fear. They have safe, normal husbands to give them safe, normal kisses. After years of healing, she’s ready to find “normal” for herself, and Lady Wallingham’s house party is the perfect place to begin. Perfect, that is, except for the cynical wolf-in-rogue’s-clothing whose every hungry glance threatens to crack her armor and pierce her fragile heart. All he wants is to forget her Bow Street runner Jonas Hawthorn vowed never to see the cold, haughty Miss Gray again. A year ago, he nearly died trying to protect her, only to be dismissed like a lowly servant. But soon, he’ll have land and servants of his own. He just has to locate an old dowager’s stolen goods, collect his prize, and avoid the beauty who haunts him like a moonlit sky. All it takes is a single kiss He never meant to touch her. She never meant to reveal the truth. But once he’s tasted the heat and longing hidden beneath her icy mask, the only mystery this Bow Street man burns to solve is how a roguish wolf might win the elusive Miss Gray for himself.