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Lord of Scoundrels
by Loretta Chase
A notorious rake and a headstrong woman clash in a battle of wits and passion in Regency England.
In the story's prologue , Sebastian Ballister is born in Devon to the 2nd Marquess of Dain and his Italian wife, Lucia Usignuolo. The Marquess is disgusted with the child, describing him as the ... (Wikipedia)
Devil in Winter
by Lisa Kleypas
A battle of wits between two strong-willed people who must choose between marriage and pride.
"I'm Sebastian, Lord St. Vincent. I can't be celibate. Everyone knows that." Desperate to escape her scheming relatives, Evangeline Jenner has sought the help of the most infamous scoundrel in ... (Barnes & Noble)
And Then He Kissed Her
by Laura Lee Guhrke
A young woman falls in love with a notorious rake, exploring the power of love to transform.
An expert in etiquette, Emma takes her pristine reputation seriously. But the devilish Lord Marlowe is determined to prove that some rules of proper behavior are made to be broken... Supremely ... (Goodreads)
Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake
by Sarah MacLean
A young woman decides to break societal norms and pursue a notorious rake, leading to unexpected love and scandal.
A lady does not smoke cheroot. She does not ride astride. She does not fence or attend duels. She does not fire a pistol, and she never gambles at a gentlemen's club. Lady Calpurnia Hartwell has ... (Goodreads)
Romancing Mister Bridgerton
by Julia Quinn
A forbidden romance between a wealthy gentleman and a lower-class woman in Regency England.
,, From, New York Times, bestselling author Julia Quinn comes the fourth novel in the beloved Regency-set world of her charming, powerful Bridgerton family, now a series created by Shonda Rhimes for ... (Barnes & Noble)
Bet Me
by Jennifer Crusie
A romantic comedy of two unlikely people thrown together, learning to trust and love each other.
The novel begin as the heroine, Minerva "Min" Dobbs, a chubby, 33-year-old actuary, is dumped by her boyfriend, David. He is upset that she has refused to have sex with him; she's irritated that she ... (Wikipedia)
The Raven Prince
by Elizabeth Hoyt
A forbidden romance between a duke and a governess, set in the backdrop of Regency England.
There comes a time in a lady's life... Widowed Anna Wren is having a wretched day. After an arrogant male on horseback nearly squashes her, she arrives home to learn that she is in dire financial ... (Goodreads)
Suddenly You
by Lisa Kleypas
A young woman's life changes when she inherits a fortune and attracts the attention of a charming businessman.
She was unmarried, untouched and almost thirty, but novelist Amanda Briars wasn't about to greet her next birthday without making love to a man. When he appeared at her door, she believed he was her ... (Barnes & Noble)
Slightly Dangerous
by Mary Balogh
A woman's struggle to rebuild her life after a scandalous past.
BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Mary Balogh's The Secret Mistress. All of London is abuzz over the imminent arrival of Wulfric Bedwyn, the reclusive, cold-as-ice Duke of Bewcastle, at ... (Goodreads)
The Viscount Who Loved Me
by Julia Quinn
A battle of wits and wills between a widow and a viscount, culminating in a passionate love.
1814 promises to be another eventful season, but not, this author believes, for Anthony Bridgerton, London's most elusive bachelor, who has shown no indication that he plans to marry.,And in truth, ... (Goodreads)
A Rogue by Any Other Name
by Sarah MacLean
A marriage of convenience between two unlikely partners leads to unexpected romance.
The novel opens in 1821, when 21-year-old Michael Lawler, Marquess of Bourne, wagers his entire inheritance in a card game - and loses it all to his former guardian. The book resumes 10 years later. ... (Wikipedia)
Again the Magic
by Lisa Kleypas
A young woman falls for a charming aristocrat, learning about love and family.
She gave him her innocence., Lady Aline Marsden was brought up to marry a man of her own class, but from the moment she meets John McKenna, she risks everything to be with him., He gave her his ... (Goodreads)
A Kingdom of Dreams
by Judith McNaught
A fairy-tale romance between a dashing nobleman and a country girl, set in the Highlands of Scotland.
Jennifer Merrick is the feisty daughter of a Scottish laird. Royce Westmoreland, the "Black Wolf", is sent by the King of England to wage war against Scotland. When Royce's brother, Stefan ... (Wikipedia)
Flowers from the Storm
by Laura Kinsale
A forbidden romance between a theologian and a woman with memory loss.
The Duke of Jervaulx was brilliant - and dangerous. Considered dissolute, reckless, and extravagant, he was transparently referred to as the "D of J" in scandal sheets. But sometimes the most ... (Goodreads)
A Duke of Her Own
by Eloisa James
A young woman seeks to marry a duke, but finds herself falling for his illegitimate brother instead.
A DUKE MUST CHOOSE WISELY... Leopold Dautry, the notorious Duke of Villiers, must wed quickly and nobly—and his choices, alas, are few. The Duke of Montague's daughter, Eleanor, is exquisitely ... (Goodreads)
The Ugly Duchess
by Eloisa James
A historical romance novel about a plain woman who transforms into a beauty and marries a duke, but struggles to find true love and acceptance.
“Eloisa James is extraordinary.”,—Lisa Kleypas “Nothing gets me to the bookstore faster than a new novel by Eloisa James.”,—Julia Quinn, New York Times, bestselling author Eloisa James gives the ... (Barnes & Noble)
Perfection
by R.L. Mathewson
Zoe is a perfectionist who falls for her messy neighbor, Trevor. Chaos ensues as they navigate their differences and feelings for each other.
Zoe is used to taking care of herself and has long ago accepted that if anything bad was going to happen, it was going to happen to her. So when she loses her job over something most bosses would ... (Goodreads)
In Bed with the Devil
by Lorraine Heath
A young woman is forced to marry a notorious rake to save her family's reputation, but finds herself falling for him.
They call him the Devil Earl—a scoundrel and accused murderer who grew up on the violent London streets. A proper young lady risks more than her reputation when consorting with the roguishly handsome ... (Goodreads)
Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord
by Sarah MacLean
Lady Isabel Townsend seeks the help of Nicholas St. John, a notorious rake, to make her more desirable to potential suitors.
“Lord Nicholas is a paragon of manhood. And his eyes, Dear Reader! So blue!” Pearls & Pelisses, June 1823 Since being named on of London’s “Lords to Land” by a popular ladies’ magazine, Nicholas St. ... (Goodreads)
Prisoner of My Desire
by Johanna Lindsey
A medieval romance novel about a noblewoman who is kidnapped by a knight and falls in love with him.
CAPTIVE OF LOVE Spirited Rowena Belleme must produce an heir–or incur the dangerous wrath of a ruthless stepbrother, who stands to forfeit his ill-gotten wealth. And the magnificent Warrick ... (Goodreads)
Gentle Warrior
by Julie Garwood
Medieval romance between a strong-willed woman and a fierce warrior. A tale of love, loyalty, and adventure.
An alternate cover edition can be found, here,. From the New York Times bestselling author of Ransom comes an exquisite tender tale of love, adventure and passion! In feudal England, Elizabeth ... (Goodreads)
The Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever
by Julia Quinn
Miranda Cheever has loved her best friend's older brother for years, but he sees her as a child. A chance encounter changes everything.
In the prologue, set in March 1810, the heroine, Miranda Cheever, is ten years old. After being insulted while at a birthday party for her best friend Olivia Bevelstoke, Miranda is escorted home by ... (Wikipedia)
Rebellious Desire
by Julie Garwood
A headstrong woman defies societal norms and falls in love with a Scottish laird. Passion and danger ensue.
An alternate cover edition can be found, here,. Of all the dukes in England, Jered Marcus Benton, the Duke of Bradford, was the wealthiest, most handsome–and most arrogant. And of all London's ... (Goodreads)
Thief of Shadows
by Elizabeth Hoyt
A masked vigilante and a widowed lady fall in love while fighting against the crimes of St. Giles.
A MASKED MAN... Winter Makepeace lives a double life. By day he's the stoic headmaster of a home for foundling children. But the night brings out a darker side of Winter. As the moon rises, so does ... (Goodreads)
Yours Until Dawn
by Teresa Medeiros
A blind soldier returns from war and falls in love with the woman who nursed him back to health, but she has a secret identity.
Gabriel Fairchild's valor during battle earns him the reputation of hero, but costs him both his sight and his hope for the future. Abandoned by the fiancée he adored, the man who once walked like a ... (Goodreads)
A Week to Be Wicked
by Tessa Dare
A bluestocking and a rake embark on a scandalous journey to Scotland, discovering love and adventure along the way.
When a devilish lord and a bluestocking set off on the road to ruin... time is not on their side., Minerva Highwood, one of Spindle Cove's confirmed spinsters, needs to be in Scotland. Colin ... (Goodreads)
When Beauty Tamed the Beast
by Eloisa James
A witty and charming retelling of the classic fairytale, Beauty and the Beast, set in Regency England.
“Eloisa James’s writing is absolutely exquisite.”,—,New York Times, bestselling author Teresa Medeiros “Nothing gets me to a bookstore faster than a new novel by Eloisa James.” —,New York Times, ... (Barnes & Noble)
Never Seduce a Scot
by Maya Banks
A passionate romance between two Scottish warriors, struggling against their family and social expectations.
Eveline Armstrong is fiercely loved and protected by her powerful clan, but outsiders consider her “touched.” Beautiful, fey, with a level, intent gaze, she doesn’t speak. No one, not even her ... (Goodreads)
The Governess Game
by Tessa Dare
A governess and a duke fall in love while caring for two mischievous children. A heartwarming and humorous historical romance.
He’s been a bad, bad rake—and it takes a governess to teach him a lesson The accidental governess. After her livelihood slips through her fingers, Alexandra Mountbatten takes on an impossible post: ... (Goodreads)
Night Play
by Sherrilyn Kenyon
A daring adventure in the dark lands of the Otherworld, full of danger and passion.
Bride McTierney has had it with men. They're cheap, self-centered, and never love her for who she is. But though she prides herself on being independent, deep down she still yearns for a knight in ... (Goodreads)
