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A Knight's Captive
by Lindsay TownsendIn the year 1066, England struggles against Norman invaders, and two strangers cross paths on a pilgrimage fraught with peril--only to discover a love worth any danger... Battle-weary knight Marc de Sens has never encountered a woman like Sunniva of Wereford: beautiful, brilliant, and miles above the curs who call themselves her kin. Alas, she is promised to another and Marc's obligation is to his three orphaned nieces. But when Sunniva's circumstances suddenly change, Marc learns the truth about her "betrothal"... A rough-hewn knight so gentle with children intrigues Sunniva, who never knew a kind word or caring touch from any man until Marc rescued her from the grimmest of fates. When her loutish father and brothers are killed, Sunniva is finally free, but her troubles are far from over. Although Marc has appointed himself her protector, he has a dark secret--as well as an uncanny ability to disarm her completely...
A Knight's Enchantment
by Lindsay TownsendA beautiful alchemist and a valiant knight join forces to free their loved ones--and find an explosive passion. . . Desperate to liberate her father who is being held prisoner by the corrupt Bishop Thomas, Joanna of Glastonbury must use her skills as an alchemist to produce an elixir for eternal life. Gold is a key ingredient, and while panning for its rare gleam, Joanna struggles to rescue a boy who is drowning--until a knight comes to her aid. When Joanna lays eyes on the handsome man, a scorching desire is sparked deep within her. Hugh Manhill is captivated by Joanna's stunning beauty. When he and Joanna discover they share a mutual hatred of the Bishop, they devise a daring plan to save their imprisoned family members. Their common mission strengthens their undeniable bond. Soon, neither can resist their all-consuming passion as they risk all for love. . . "Romantic and compelling. . . the author [has a] strong voice and narrative skills. " -- Red Roses Reviews (5 Red Roses) "A promising new voice!" --Shirlee Busbee
A Knight's Enchantment
by Lindsay TownsendA beautiful alchemist and a valiant knight join forces to free their loved ones--and find an explosive passion... Desperate to liberate her father who is being held prisoner by the corrupt Bishop Thomas, Joanna of Glastonbury must use her skills as an alchemist to produce an elixir for eternal life. Gold is a key ingredient, and while panning for its rare gleam, Joanna struggles to rescue a boy who is drowning--until a knight comes to her aid. When Joanna lays eyes on the handsome man, a scorching desire is sparked deep within her. Hugh Manhill is captivated by Joanna's stunning beauty. When he and Joanna discover they share a mutual hatred of the Bishop, they devise a daring plan to save their imprisoned family members. Their common mission strengthens their undeniable bond. Soon, neither can resist their all-consuming passion as they risk all for love. . . "Romantic and compelling. . .the author [has a] strong voice and narrative skills." --Red Roses Reviews (5 Red Roses) "A promising new voice!" --Shirlee Busbee
A Knight's Fall
by Mackenzie ReedWhat would you do if the man of your oh-so-sensuous dreams suddenly walked into your life? Find out if the reality is just as good! Unbridled passion is unleashed in this sizzling novel from the pen of MacKenzie Reed.Dominick Knight can have any woman he wants in his bed, but the only one he wants is in his dreams. Too bad she doesn't exist. Or does she? When Dominick finds a woman who looks exactly like the woman of his dreams--his very hot dreams--everything else fades as he focuses on the woman. Could she be the one fated to be his? He intends to find out.Danielle Tremaine runs The Café, a coffeehouse and restaurant. Lately her sleep has been plagued by a gorgeous blonde guy with brilliant blue eyes and a body made for loving. The dreams are hot enough to singe and she's awakened many a time in the throes of ecstasy only to discover she's alone. The morning after one such dream, Danielle looks to the sky and whispers, "Bring me a man who can fulfill my every desire." That afternoon Dominick Knight enters her life and his commanding presence is hard to ignore--plus he bears an uncanny resemblance to the man of her dreams.The heat flares between the two and it's not long before they are writhing beneath the sheets. Suddenly, another woman claims Dominick is hers, and warning Danielle to stay away. Could this be true? If so, then the Fates are a cruel bunch because Danielle has fallen in love with Dominick and wants him for her own.
A Knight's Vow
by Lindsay TownsendEngland, 1138. Set against the dangerous backdrop of the crusades, this sweeping romance captures the story of a beautiful, young woman and the dashing knight who will battle his fiercest enemies to win her undying love. . . Ever since she was fourteen, Alyson of Olverton dreamed of marrying a brave, charismatic young knight. His name was Guillelm de la Rochelle--and his marriage proposal satisfied her deepest yearnings. But her father forbade their union, prompting Guillelm to set out for the Holy Land, breaking Alyson's innocent heart. Seven years later, the valiant knight has defied rumors of his death and returned home, having no idea that nothing is the same as when he left. . . Back from fighting in the crusades, Guillelm is stunned to find Alyson entrenched in his father's ancestral castle--even worse she was betrothed to his father before he died. Despite this chilling fact, Guillelm finds himself struggling to resist the temptation to seduce her. Torn between intense jealousy and overwhelming desire, he shocks them both by proposing marriage a second time, justifying that it will be easier to keep her safe if she is his bride. Little do they know, however, that there is an enemy in their very midst--one who won't rest until he destroys their chance at everlasting love. . .
A Knight's Vow
by Lindsay TownsendEngland, 1138. Set against the dangerous backdrop of the crusades, this sweeping romance captures the story of a beautiful, young woman and the dashing knight who will battle his fiercest enemies to win her undying love. . . Ever since she was fourteen, Alyson of Olverton dreamed of marrying a brave, charismatic young knight. His name was Guillelm de la Rochelle--and his marriage proposal satisfied her deepest yearnings. But her father forbade their union, prompting Guillelm to set out for the Holy Land, breaking Alyson's innocent heart. Seven years later, the valiant knight has defied rumors of his death and returned home, having no idea that nothing is the same as when he left. . . Back from fighting in the crusades, Guillelm is stunned to find Alyson entrenched in his father's ancestral castle--even worse she was betrothed to his father before he died. Despite this chilling fact, Guillelm finds himself struggling to resist the temptation to seduce her. Torn between intense jealousy and overwhelming desire, he shocks them both by proposing marriage a second time, justifying that it will be easier to keep her safe if she is his bride. Little do they know, however, that there is an enemy in their very midst--one who won't rest until he destroys their chance at everlasting love. . .
A Knight's Vow
by Lynn KurlandFantasies are made of knights in shining armor. Men whose ferocity in battle was tempered by a code of chivalry. . . whose passions brought them to their knees before the women they desired. . . whose loyalty and honor never wavered - and whose vows were never broken. These are the men of our dreams. - and now you can find them in four breathtaking Medieval tales by today's most acclaimed writers of historical romance. . .
A Knights Bridge Christmas: Christmas At Carriage Hill Bonus Story (Swift River Valley #5)
by Carla NeggersSpend the holidays in Swift River Valley with this classic romance from New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers.Clare Morgan is ready for a fresh start when she moves to the small Massachusetts town of Knights Bridge with her young son, Owen. Widowed for six years, Clare settles into her job as the town’s new librarian. She appreciates the warm welcome she and Owen receive and truly enjoys getting the library ready for its role in the annual holiday open house.Clare expects to take it slow with her new life. Then she meets Logan Farrell, a Boston ER doctor in town to help his elderly grandmother settle into assisted living. Slow isn’t a word Logan seems to understand. Accustomed to his fast-paced city life, he doesn’t plan to stay in Knights Bridge for long. But Daisy Farrell has other ideas and enlists her grandson to decorate her house on the village green one last time. Logan looks to Clare for help. She can go through Daisy’s book collection and help him decorate while she’s at it.As Clare and Logan get his grandmother’s house ready for the holidays, what neither of them expects to find is an attraction to each other. Better than most, they know all the crazy things that can happen in life, but everything about Knights Bridge and this magical season invites them to open themselves to new possibilities…and new love.Originally published in 2015
A Knights Bridge Christmas: Christmas At Carriage Hill Bonus Story (The Swift River Valley Novels #5)
by Carla Neggers“Appealing protagonists, good neighbors, small-town Christmas traditions, and Neggers’s own recipes make for a fine romance.” —Publishers WeeklyClare Morgan is ready for a fresh start when she moves to the small Massachusetts town of Knights Bridge with her young son, Owen. Widowed for six years, Clare settles into her new job as the town librarian. She appreciates the welcome she and Owen receive and enjoys getting the library ready for the annual holiday open house.Clare expects to take it slow with her new life. Then she meets Logan Farrell, a Boston ER doctor in town to help his elderly grandmother settle into assisted living. Slow isn’t a word Logan seems to understand. Accustomed to his fast-paced life, he doesn’t plan to stay for long. But Daisy Farrell enlists her grandson to decorate her house on the village green one last time. Logan looks to Clare for help. She can go through Daisy’s book collection and help him decorate while she’s at it.As Clare and Logan get his grandmother’s house ready for the holidays, what neither of them expects to find is an attraction to each other. Better than most, they know all the crazy things that can happen in life, but everything about Knights Bridge and this magical season invites them to open themselves to new possibilities . . . and new love.“Filled with the joys (and difficulties) a New England winter can bring, along with pleasing references to A Christmas Carol, this quick romance lays on the charm.” —Harlequin Junkie“An enchanting holiday tale.” —RT Book Reviews
A Kowalski Secret (The Kowalskis)
by Shannon StaceyThe last thing she expected:Her son&’s father revealed! Single mom Siobhan Rowe adores her adopted son, Oliver, with every fiber of her being. The last thing she expects is to arrive at a weeklong wedding extravaganza—and encounter the boy&’s father! Brian Kowalski&’s never warmed to the woman who&’d always seemed suspicious of him. But as he falls more and more under the spell of the boy who looks just like him, he—and his boisterous family—is entranced by strong, resilient Siobhan. Can he convince Siobhan that he&’ll never keep her from her son…and that the simmering attraction between them could be the start of oh-so-much-more?From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.The KowalskisBook 1: Exclusively YoursBook 2: Undeniably YoursBook 3: Yours To KeepBook 4: All He Ever NeededBook 5: All He Ever DesiredBook 6: All He Ever DreamedBook 7: Love a Little SidewaysBook 8: Taken with YouBook 9: Falling for MaxBook 10: What It Takes: A Kowalski Reunion NovelBook 11: A Kowalski to Count OnBook 12: A Kowalski Secret
A Kowalski to Count On (The Kowalskis)
by Shannon StaceyA summer fling…Or a romance for keeps? When Rob Kowalski buys a treasured New Hampshire campground with his brothers, it&’s his chance to prove he&’s not just their screwup baby brother. The siblings agree on one rule: no fraternizing with the campers. Easy enough, until one of their first guests arrives! Hannah Shelby&’s retreated to Birch Brook Campground from across the country with some decisions to make about her true-crime podcast…and her best friend. The last thing she needs is any sort of distraction from a Kowalski brother. But her palpable attraction to Rob is tough to resist. Hannah&’s three-month escape from her California life is just a brief interlude. Or could it be something more?From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.The KowalskisBook 1: Exclusively YoursBook 2: Undeniably YoursBook 3: Yours To KeepBook 4: All He Ever NeededBook 5: All He Ever DesiredBook 6: All He Ever DreamedBook 7: Love a Little SidewaysBook 8: Taken with YouBook 9: Falling for MaxBook 10: What It Takes: A Kowalski Reunion NovelBook 11: A Kowalski to Count OnBook 12: A Kowalski Secret
A Laborer in the Vineyard of Love: Perfect Passion Company #2
by Alexander McCall SmithFor fans of Alexander McCall Smith&’s many beloved series and romantic standalone novels, The Perfect Passion Company e-original series shows him at his most perceptive, playful, and generous.Katie Donald is learning the ropes at the Perfect Passion Company, which provides help to the lovelorn citizens of Edinburgh. Katie is assisted in her matchmaking endeavors by William Kidd, a talented knitwear designer in the office next door with a sympathetic ear, a playful interest in the business of matchmaking and a long-distance fiancée in his native Melbourne. George Fane, a thirtysomething hotelier tied to his family business and an overbearing mother, arrives one day asking for Katie&’s assistance in finding a romantic partner—and a little distance from his mother to boot. As Katie searches for the right match for George, she discovers there is more than one way of looking at the Fane family&’s story and that the work of the Perfect Passion Company may have to be a little broader in its scope than she had previously thought. Meanwhile, the Perfect Passion Company&’s original owner, Katie&’s cousin Ness, is away in Canada surrounded by pristine forest in a small lakeside town full of intriguing neighbours. As Ness did before her, Katie must learn the principles of romantic chemistry with the very simpatico William at her side. This is the job after all—bringing great happiness to people. And as she labors, she just might discover something about her own compatibility and future happiness. Alexander McCall Smith&’s second volume in the Perfect Passion Company series, A Labourer in the Vineyard of Love, casts new light on the psychology of family relationships, the desire for friendship and romance, and the thrill of possibility when two people meet at just the right time in life.
A Laborer in the Vineyard of Love: The Second Installment of The Perfect Passion Company (Perfect Passion Company, The #2)
by Alexander McCall SmithFor fans of Alexander McCall Smith&’s many beloved series and romantic standalone novels, The Perfect Passion Company e-original series shows him at his most perceptive, playful, and generous.Katie Donald is learning the ropes at the Perfect Passion Company, which provides help to the lovelorn citizens of Edinburgh. Katie is assisted in her matchmaking endeavors by William Kidd, a talented knitwear designer in the office next door with a sympathetic ear, a playful interest in the business of matchmaking and a long-distance fiancée in his native Melbourne. George Fane, a thirtysomething hotelier tied to his family business and an overbearing mother, arrives one day asking for Katie&’s assistance in finding a romantic partner—and a little distance from his mother to boot. As Katie searches for the right match for George, she discovers there is more than one way of looking at the Fane family&’s story and that the work of the Perfect Passion Company may have to be a little broader in its scope than she had previously thought. Meanwhile, the Perfect Passion Company&’s original owner, Katie&’s cousin Ness, is away in Canada surrounded by pristine forest in a small lakeside town full of intriguing neighbours. As Ness did before her, Katie must learn the principles of romantic chemistry with the very simpatico William at her side. This is the job after all—bringing great happiness to people. And as she labors, she just might discover something about her own compatibility and future happiness. Alexander McCall Smith&’s second volume in the Perfect Passion Company series, A Labourer in the Vineyard of Love, casts new light on the psychology of family relationships, the desire for friendship and romance, and the thrill of possibility when two people meet at just the right time in life.
A Ladra Rouba o seu Conde
by Christina Mcknight Éli AssunçãoPARA SALVAR SUA FAMÍLIA, ELA TERÁ QUE SER MUITO, MUITO MÁ... A senhorita Judith Pengarden tem um problema: sua família está com dívidas, e em breve eles perderão a casa. O que uma irmã dedicada deve fazer para salvar as pessoas que mais ama da ruína? Bem, roubar alguns itens da casa de um aristocrata – itens que ele com certeza nunca sentirá falta – e vendê-los para pagar as dívidas da família. Sorte dela conhecer Simon Montgomery, o novo Conde de Cartwright, um recluso com antiguidades. Ele pode ajudá-la a manter a família longe da prisão dos devedores, e ele pode ter roubado seu coração também. Exceto que, em vez de ela roubar do vizinho de Simon, ela entra na casa errada... Simon está determinado a mudar a forma como o mundo vê a sua família, mesmo que isso signifique que ele não possa mais perseguir seu sonho de ser um acadêmico para assumir seu novo título. Quando um ladrão entra na sua casa e rouba uma preciosa relíquia de família, ele promete recuperar a peça. A última coisa que ele espera é que a garota que ele conheceu em uma festa no jardim seja a ladra! Quando Jude é descoberta com os seus pertences, como ela irá conseguir convencê-lo que, apesar do seu erro, seu amor por ele é verdadeiro?
A Lady Ama um Escândalo
by Evelyn Torre Christina McKnightMuitos anos atrás, Gideon Lyndon, visconde de Galway, cometeu um grave erro. Lady Sybil Anson achava que possuía tudo. Um pretendente guiado pelo coração, apesar de tantos da elite de Londres se casarem por conveniência. Mas na noite anterior ao seu noivado se tornar oficial, o amor de sua vida desaparece deixando apenas um bilhete rabiscado e quase mais nada. Ela temia o pior, enquanto seu coração doía por Gideon, e os escândalos simplesmente pioraram as coisas com reflexões absurdas sobre o quês e comos cercando o desaparecimento do Visconde Galway. Agora, mais de um ano depois, ele está, de forma inesperada, de volta e Sybil terá suas respostas. Muitos anos atrás, Gideon Lyndon, visconde de Galway, cometeu um grave erro. Um que ele passou a maior parte de sua vida adulta tentando corrigir. E apesar do progresso alcançado, os sacrifícios foram extensos e prejudiciais. Prestes a consertar um crime, ele se vê diante de seu maior desafio: reconquistar a mulher que ama desde o momento em que a conheceu. Mas depois de um ano de silêncio, convencer sua amante obstinada a aceitá-lo de volta não será fácil. Ainda mais que ele nem consegue explicar por que foi embora... Não se quiser mantê-la segura.
A Lady Awakened (Blackshear Family #1)
by Cecilia GrantIn Cecilia Grant's emotionally rich and deeply passionate Regency romance debut, a deal with a rumored rogue turns a proper young woman into . . . A Lady Awakened.Newly widowed and desperate to protect her estate and beloved servants from her malevolent brother-in-law, Martha Russell conceives a daring plan. Or rather, a daring plan to conceive. After all, if she has an heir on the way, her future will be secured. Forsaking all she knows of propriety, Martha approaches her neighbor, a London exile with a wicked reputation, and offers a strictly business proposition: a month of illicit interludes . . . for a fee.Theophilus Mirkwood ought to be insulted. Should be appalled. But how can he resist this siren in widow's weeds, whose offer is simply too outrageously tempting to decline? Determined she'll get her money's worth, Theo endeavors to awaken this shamefully neglected beauty to the pleasures of the flesh--only to find her dead set against taking any enjoyment in the scandalous bargain. Surely she can't resist him forever. But could a lady's sweet surrender open their hearts to the most unexpected arrival of all . . . love?From the Paperback edition.
A Lady Awakened: Blackshear Family Book 1 (Blackshear Family)
by Cecilia GrantFans of Eloisa James, Sherry Thomas, Courtney Milan and Grace Burrowes will adore Cecilia Grant's emotionally rich and deeply passionate Regency romance.Newly widowed and desperate to protect her estate from her malevolent brother-in-law, Martha Russell conceives a daring plan. Or rather, a daring plan to conceive. If she has an heir on the way, her future will be secured. Forsaking all she knows of propriety, Martha approaches her neighbor, a London exile with a wicked reputation, and offers a strictly business proposition: a month of illicit interludes...for a fee. Theophilus Mirkwood ought to be insulted. But how can he resist this siren in widow's weeds, whose offer is simply too outrageously tempting to decline? Theo endeavors to awaken this shamefully neglected beauty to pleasure - only to find her dead set against taking any enjoyment in the scandalous bargain. Surely she can't resist him for ever. But could her surrender open their hearts to the most unexpected arrival of all...love?For more powerful, sensual romance, lose yourself in the Blackshear Family series: A Christmas Gone Perfectly Wrong, A Lady Awakened, A Gentleman Undone, A Woman Entangled.
A Lady Becomes a Governess: A Lady Becomes A Governess One Week To Wed The Master Of Calverley Hall (The Governess Swap #1)
by Diane GastonRITA Award–Winning Author: In disguise as a governess, will she reveal her secret—or let the love of a lifetime pass her by?Lady Rebecca Pierce escapes her forced betrothal when the ship she’s on wrecks. Assuming the identity of a governess she believes has drowned, she enters the employ of brooding Lord Brookmore, who’s selflessly caring for his orphaned nieces.Inconveniently, she’s extremely attracted to the viscount—and now her only chance of happiness is tied to the biggest risk: revealing the truth about who she really is . . .
A Lady Betrayed
by Nicole ByrdWhen Adrian Carter, Viscount Weller, comes across an unconscious woman in the rain, his attempts to aid her land them in a compromising position. Now, with her reputation ruined, Madeline has no choice but to accept Adrian's marriage proposal-and face the secrets from his past that could tear them apart forever.
A Lady Bought with Rifles
by Jeanne WilliamsA beautiful daughter of privilege comes home to a Mexico on the cusp of revolution in this enthralling tale of romance and adventure. Miranda Greenleaf was a little girl when her father, a wealthy mine owner, sent her to his native England to receive a &“proper&” education. Now seventeen years old, she returns to Sonora two years after her father&’s death in a mining accident to attend to her dying Mexican mother. Her new guardian and half-sister, Reina, receives Miranda with hostility and jealous suspicion. When Miranda rescues an Indian girl orphaned and maimed by federal troops, Trace Winslade, Reina&’s Texan bodyguard, disobeys his orders and rides through the night to help save Sewa&’s life. To escape Reina&’s vengeful wrath, Miranda leaves her rightful home and falls into the hands of Court Sanders, a Yankee mine operator known for always getting what he lusts after, be it gold or women. The situation turns from bad to worse when Miranda manages to get away from Sanders but is kidnapped by a band of guerillas who intend to ransom her for rifles. On what might be the last night of her life, surrounded by men who will kill her at dawn if the ransom is not paid, Miranda prays that she might see Trace once more before dying. Brimming with passion, intrigue, and fascinating historical detail, A Lady Bought with Rifles is a stunning achievement from an award-winning, New York Times–bestselling author with &“a clear-voiced style that transcends genre&” (The Kansas City Star).
A Lady Can Never Be Too Curious
by Mary WineOn the outside, Janette Aston appears to be a proper young lady; however, the people of England have no idea that this poised young miss secretly studies the scientific discoveries of the mysterious Illuminist Society. Janette soon grows hungry for more secrets about this Society, and she finds herself impersonating an Illuminist to discover more information. As she is exposed to secrets and dangers she never could have imagined, she begins to wonder if she's finally gone too far. But when she runs into gorgeous Illuminist Guardian Darius Lawley, she finds that, while her life is in danger, her sense of curiosity is most certainly piqued. . .
A Lady Dares (Ladies of Impropriety #3)
by Bronwyn ScottA bold woman must collaborate with a devilish rogue to keep her late father’s ship-building business afloat in this Victorian romance.According to society, I, Elise Sutton, haven’t been a lady for quite some time—a lady couldn’t possibly run the family company and spend her days on London’s crowded, tar-stained docks. And she most certainly wouldn’t associate herself with the infamous Dorian Rowland—privateer, smuggler and the Scourge of Gibraltar himself!But I need Rowland and his specialized expertise—especially with the wolves circling, waiting for me to fail. I yearn to feel alive, and Rowland, who can kiss like the devil, inflames my senses and makes me dare to break free. . . .
A Lady For a Duke
by Alexis HallA lush, sweeping queer historical romance from the bestselling author of Boyfriend Material-perfect for fans of Bridgerton, Evie Dunmore, and Lisa Kleypas!When Viola Carroll was presumed dead at Waterloo she took the opportunity to live, at last, as herself. But freedom does not come without a price, and Viola paid for hers with the loss of her wealth, her title, and her closest companion, Justin de Vere, the Duke of Gracewood.Only when their families reconnect, years after the war, does Viola learn how deep that loss truly was. Shattered without her, Gracewood has retreated so far into grief that Viola barely recognises her old friend in the lonely, brooding man he has become.As Viola strives to bring Gracewood back to himself, fresh desires give new names to old feelings. Feelings that would have been impossible once and may be impossible still, but which Viola cannot deny. Even if they cost her everything, all over again.Praise for Alexis Hall'Absurdly funny and swoonily romantic, with a sharp edge of wit and observation that keeps the story bounding along.'--KJ Charles, author of A Charm of Magpies series'Every once in a while you read a book that you want to SCREAM FROM ROOFTOPS about. I'm screaming, people!'--Sonali Dev, USA Today bestselling author, on Boyfriend Material'Everyone needs to read this. Brilliance on every single page. Hilarious, witty, tender, and stunning. I love this book.'--Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners, on Boyfriend Material'Hall is a dizzyingly talented writer, one likely to spur envy in anyone who's ever picked up a pen.'--Entertainment Weekly'Simply the best writer I've come across in years.'--Laura Kinsale, New York Times bestselling author'The writing is witty, and [the] chemistry is irresistible, but it's Hall's insights about trust and self-worth that set the story apart. This is a triumph.'--Publishers Weekly on Boyfriend Material
A Lady For a Duke: a swoonworthy historical romance from the bestselling author of Boyfriend Material
by Alexis HallA lush, sweeping queer historical romance from the bestselling author of Boyfriend Material - perfect for fans of Bridgerton, Evie Dunmore, and Lisa Kleypas!When Viola Carroll was presumed dead at Waterloo she took the opportunity to live, at last, as herself. But freedom does not come without a price, and Viola paid for hers with the loss of her wealth, her title, and her closest companion, Justin de Vere, the Duke of Gracewood.Only when their families reconnect, years after the war, does Viola learn how deep that loss truly was. Shattered without her, Gracewood has retreated so far into grief that Viola barely recognises her old friend in the lonely, brooding man he has become.As Viola strives to bring Gracewood back to himself, fresh desires give new names to old feelings. Feelings that would have been impossible once and may be impossible still, but which Viola cannot deny. Even if they cost her everything, all over again.Praise for Alexis Hall'Absurdly funny and swoonily romantic, with a sharp edge of wit and observation that keeps the story bounding along' - KJ Charles, author of A Charm of Magpies series'Every once in a while you read a book that you want to SCREAM FROM ROOFTOPS about. I'm screaming, people!'- Sonali Dev, USA Today bestselling author, on Boyfriend Material'Everyone needs to read this. Brilliance on every single page. Hilarious, witty, tender, and stunning. I love this book'- Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners, on Boyfriend Material'Hall is a dizzyingly talented writer, one likely to spur envy in anyone who's ever picked up a pen' - Entertainment Weekly'Simply the best writer I've come across in years' - Laura Kinsale, New York Times bestselling author'The writing is witty, and [the] chemistry is irresistible, but it's Hall's insights about trust and self-worth that set the story apart. This is a triumph' - Publishers Weekly on Boyfriend Material'It is a beautiful piece of work which also wins at being inclusive and very unique to other Regency stories' Coffee, Cups & Books on A Lady for a Duke
A Lady Like Sarah
by Margaret BrownleyShe's an outlaw.He's a preacher.Both are in need of a miracle.Sarah Prescott has never known a respectable life. Just a hardscrabble childhood and brothers who taught her to shoot first and ask questions later.Justin Wells left Boston in disgrace, heading out alone on the dusty trail to Texas. But when the once-respected clergyman encounters a feisty redhead in handcuffs with a dying U.S. Marshal at her side, their journey takes a dramatic turn.His high-society expectations and Sarah's outlaw habits clash from the start. With a price on her head and towing an orphaned baby rescued from the brink of starvation, Justin and Sarah make the difficult journey toward Rocky Creek. There, justice will be meted out. Perhaps--they hope--with a healthy portion of grace.Filled with mishaps, laughs, and adventure, Margaret Brownley's inspiring romance will keep readers cheering for Sarah as she struggles to become a true lady.