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The Uncouth Duke of Longford: A Historical Regency Romance Book (Scandalous Courtships 1)
“I have no intention of dancing this evening, not even for some poor little miss who cannot find another gentleman to dance with her…”
Andrew, the Duke of Longford, is known for his beastly behavior after the suspicious death of his father. Fearing for his own life and the life of anyone who would come close to him, he isolates himself and becomes rude and uncaring towards others.
Miss Rachel Grifford, a gentle young woman, faces a challenging home life due to her selfish older sister. As the second daughter of a viscount, she also endures her parents’ demeanour who ignore her to satisfy the older sister’s demands and avoid her tantrums.
Rachel and Andrew cross paths and, driven by different circumstances, they grow closer as Rachel helps the Duke try to find the person behind the three murder attempts towards him. As their bond deepens, they also discover their love for each other but will they have time to relish their love or will the culprit accomplish his dark plans?
The Uncouth Duke of Longford is a historical romance novel that you will love. Within this story, you’ll encounter characters who wield formidable influence, their personalities echoing the elegance and intrigue of the Regency and Victorian eras. They step through the pages with a certain grandeur, their mannerisms and dialogues painting a vivid picture of a time filled with opulence, strict societal norms, and hidden desires.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a happily ever after full of romance.Also available with Kindle Unlimited!
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A Spinster for the Marquess of Levendale: A Historical Regency Romance Novel
Amelia works as a lady’s companion to the Dowager Duchess of Ashingdale. At two and twenty she’s a spinster and has no hope of marrying especially after her fall from high society. But all that changes when she encounters the dowager’s handsome grandson!
Miss Amelia Mason is the daughter of a late baron. Her late father was nothing but a wastrel and squandered the family’s fortune on drinking and gambling. Three years ago, Amelia had just made her come out when her father passed away from alcohol poisoning. Amelia and her twin siblings were left destitute due to their father having racked up substantial debts. With their family’s reputation ruined, Amelia and her siblings were left with no other choice but to go live with their Aunt Hazel in the countryside.
Robert Ashcroft—The Marquess of Levendale—has been tasked with taking over several of his father’s ducal responsibilities. Robert and his father are in the process of sealing a business deal with the Earl of Stafford when they receive a letter from his grandmother inviting them to Ashingdale Estate for the summer. Robert hasn’t seen his beloved grandmother in the last year and is granted permission by his father to go visit her. The last thing Robert expects is to fall for his grandmother’s beautiful lady’s companion.
It’s love at first sight for Robert and Amelia. Will they get their happily ever after or will outside forces tear them apart?
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Love Tales Of Charming Ladies: A Regency Historical Romance Collection 1-3 Books
Falling for the Guarded Duke: Olivia Heywood is intrigued by the recluse Alexander Sedgewick, the Marquess of Lovewell. Alexander was born blind and has grown accustomed to his world of darkness. As Olivia instructs him in the art of dancing, Olivia discovers there is more to Alexander than meets the eye. Alexander vowed not to fall in love again, but being with Olivia has given him hope. Will Olivia and Alexander be able to overcome their biggest fears? Or will the obstacles standing in the way of their blossoming love tear them apart? Trapped in the Marquess’ Heart: Six years prior Aaron Wilmore met the love of his life but was left devastated by her untimely death. When he encounters a mysterious lady called Belle Gordon during a masquerade ball which leaves him desiring to see her again, the only clue he has to her identity is the beautiful sapphire pendant necklace she was wearing around her neck. From an early age words have never come easily for Belle Gordon. Belle and Aaron soon develop an undeniable connection. But as their love blossoms, outside forces have other plans to keep them apart. Can Belle and Aaron overcome the obstacles standing in their way? The Duke’s Last Dance: Catherine Radcliffe is swept off her feet by the dashing Duke of Hestina. But when her childhood sweetheart Nicholas Lockhart returns to London after he vanished three years ago, it stirs up old childhood feelings. When Nicholas sees Catherine again, he comes to the realization that he is still in love with her. Will Catherine and Nicholas be able to explore their old feelings for each other or will outside forces prevent them from ever finding out?
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A Beneficial Marriage with Lord Halloway: A Historical Regency Romance Novel
A heart under lock and key meets a melody that could set it free.
Miss Isabella Ashbourne’s life suddenly turns when she discovers the precarious state of her family’s finances. A dutiful daughter, Isabella is prepared to sacrifice her own desires to secure her family’s future. When her third Season arrives, she knows it’s her last chance to make a beneficial match, a prospect that fills her with trepidation.
Theodore Hastings, the Earl of Halloway, is haunted by a past filled with regret and guilt over his sister’s tragic death. He’s closed his heart to love. But after an unexpected encounter with Isabella at a soiree, his guarded heart begins to thaw.
Drawn to Isabella’s vivacious spirit and captivated by her musical talents that remind him of his late sister, Theodore finds himself breaking his own rules. At the same time, Isabella, who initially saw Theodore as nothing more than her family’s salvation, begins to fall for his unexpected charm.
Their attraction to each other is undeniable, but their path to love is fraught with challenges, most notably from the scheming Bennett family who are determined to secure Theodore for their own daughter.
Theodore now has a choice to make: to remain a prisoner of his past or fight for a future with Isabella. Love, after all, waits for no one, and they must decide whether to seize it… or lose each other forever.
*If you like the Regency and Victorian era, then ”A Beneficial Marriage with Lord Halloway” is the novel for you.This is a historical Regency romance novel of approximately 70,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after.
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Falling For The Guarded Duke: A Historical Regency Romance Book (Falling for Dashing Dukes 1)
True love comes from the heart and not from what one can see…
Olivia Heywood has accepted her fate that she will remain a spinster for the rest of her life. Since her father The Duke of Shalestone’s death a year ago, she has been left with nothing but crippling debts. Olivia does not want her sister to endure the same fate as her. So when an opportunity to become a dance instructor to a wealthy Marquess arises, she believes it may be the answer to her problems. Alexander Sedgewick is the Marquess of Lovewell and is set to inherit the dukedom of Bembridge.
He was born almost blind and has grown accustomed to his world of darkness. A failed courtship and disastrous London Season has led him to a recluse life in the London countryside. His worst nightmare comes true when his father falls ill and forces him to once again attend the London Season. But when a young dance instructor comes into his life, she lights up the dark world he has only ever known. Olivia is intrigued by the recluse Marquess of Lovewell. As she instructs him in the art of dancing, Olivia discovers there is more to Alexander than meets the eye. Alexander vowed not to fall in love again, but being with Olivia has given him hope. Will Olivia and Alexander be able to overcome their biggest fears? Or will the obstacles standing in the way of their blossoming love tear them apart?
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Regency Ladies Who Found Happiness: A Clean & Sweet Regency Historical Romance Book Collection (Regency Scandalous Romances 6)
1. A Cinderella for His Lordship
She grew up in an orphanage. All her life she has dreamed of finding a family, a home to settle in. Things are going to change for Catriona but her new start will not be as she had imagined it…
Catriona Fraiser has spent the last 21 years in an orphanage knowing nothing of the family she came from. But her life takes a drastic turn when she discovers that she’s the legitimate daughter of the late Viscount Beaumore. Not only is she his daughter but she has inherited his vast fortune. Catriona is overwhelmed when she is forced by her newly found family members to prepare to be presented to London’s High Society.
Hamish Middleton—The Marquess of Milington—has recently arrived in London after spending the last few years living in the Far East. Hamish’s father insists they strengthen their business ties by marrying the Earl of Ashington’s daughter—Lady Josette. The last thing Hamish wants is an arranged marriage after witnessing his parent’s loveless marriage. But when Hamish encounters Catriona, there are instant sparks between them.
2. The Beastly Duke Who Loved Me
She is a debutante. All her life she waits for the prince who will love her and steal her away on his white horse. However, life holds many unexpected events and she soon realizes that her prince may be the beastly Duke of Tallingsdale. How could she live her whole life with such a man?
Lady Georgina Bennington is set to make her debut in London’s high society during the upcoming Season. She has grown up as a witness to her parents’ loving marriage. But it is a very rare thing for members of the ton to find the perfect love match where most marriages are based on convenience. After making her come out, Georgina has deemed the diamond of the season and has her heart set on marrying for love. But in a tragic turn of events, Georgina is caught in a compromising situation and is left with no other choice but to marry The Duke of Talingsdale.
Peter Tavernor—the Duke of Talingsdale—has been living as a recluse in the countryside since the tragic death of his beloved wife Clarissa. After her death, he shut everyone out and built a wall around his heart, soon developing a reputation as “the beastly duke” due to his cold and aloof persona. After two and a half years, he is forced to return to London to attend his younger sister’s debut. After finding himself caught in a compromising situation with Lady Georgina at a masquerade ball, Peter is left with no other choice but to do the honorable thing and offer for her hand in marriage.
3. Enamored with a Diffident Gentleman
After the death of her parents, she is determined to live a beautiful life. Her plans are ruined when her grandfather announces that she is to marry a gentleman she has never met before! She now has two choices… live a bleak life or escape at any cost?
At the age of thirteen, Miss Abigail Snowley’s life took an unexpected turn when her loving parents were tragically killed in a carriage accident. After Abigail’s cruel and unfeeling grandfather—The Earl of Edgenshire—was named her legal guardian, she was sent to live with him in the countryside where she has remained these past seven years. Abigail is mortified when her grandfather arranges a marriage between her and the Viscount Chesingwood… a gentleman twice her age.
Gareth Davenport—The Duke of Davington—prides himself on taking his ducal responsibilities seriously. Ten years ago, his mother sadly passed away shortly after giving birth to his younger sister Hyacinth. His mother’s untimely death took a severe toll on his father causing him to become a shell of his former self. Seeing the impact of his father’s grief, Gareth vowed never to marry, and certainly never to fall in love.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a happily ever after full of romance.
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The Beastly Duke’s Convenient Bride: A Historical Regency Romance Novel (Regency Expedient Marriages Book 1)
Since she was a young girl, Marina has dreamt of marrying her prince charming and living happily ever after… Instead, she is forced into an arranged marriage to the cold-hearted Duke of Brixham. Marina fears that all is lost until she sees a softer side to the duke…
Lady Marina Cornish’s family is in dire financial trouble. Her father, whom she loves dearly, has gambled away all their family’s money. Their family is ruined and Marina is left with no other choice but to agree to marry the horrid Lord Ellerby. Marina stumbles across her father and the Duke of Brixham in a heated argument. Wishing to save her father from the cold-hearted duke, she proposes they marry to settle the debt her father owes him.
Adam Blackburn—The Duke of Brixham—has developed the reputation of being a cold-hearted duke. He is a ruthless businessman who has seen many gentlemen sent off to debtors’ prisons. The last thing he expects when he calls on the Earl of Chelwood is to receive a wedding proposal.
An unlikely attraction develops between Adam and Marina, and the ice around Adam’s heart slowly melts. Now, Adam has a choice: either let go of all his father taught him or risk losing Marina forever!
* Indulge in a delightful and captivating love story that blends Regency romance with suspense and heartfelt emotions. The Beastly Duke’s Convenient Bride is the perfect novel for anyone who enjoys tales of passion and intrigue set in a bygone era.Enjoy reading!
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Christmas Encounter with a Duke: A Historical Regency Romance Novel (Proposals During Christmastide Book 2)
It’s almost Christmas and she feels so lonely. Her father’s illness is getting worse after the loss of her mother. Rose can’t live as a slave anymore. She wants nothing more than her freedom, and this could be the best gift for Christmas!
She’s the perfect English Rose, with a heart as sweet as honey. She’s the most wonderful woman he’s ever laid eyes on – an undiscovered treasure of priceless value… As he lay injured, in pain, she came through the trees like a forest nymph, her tender heart shining in her eyes, bringing comfort, healing, and opening his heart to love. For him, there could never be another. But never was a treasure so hard to win…
For Rory McAllister, the workaholic Duke of Westshire, romance is unimportant, until the day his horse throws him and he breaks his leg. Help comes in the dainty form of Lady Rose Devine. And divine she proves to be, as she helps him recover, giving him confidence out of his perfect father’s shadow. The lady must be his, but her selfish father refuses to give her up, so they must part. But Rory has allies behind the scenes working to reunite him with the woman he loves.
*If you like strong characters, heart-wrenching twists and turns, and lots of sweet clean romance, then you’ll definitely like this story.
Get ready to be in love, at Christmas, with this Historical Regency Romance novel.Free with Kindle Unlimited!
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The Duke and the Governess of Baringdale: A Historical Regency Romance Novel
She is an orphan who struggles for life. All she has now is her beloved friend “Duchess”. Ellen seizes the chance to become a governess to two young girls, as it seems to be her chance to fix her life. But things become complicated when she finds herself attracted to her employer, the Duke of Baringdale.
Miss Ellen Wedgewood is left with nothing after her father passes away. Her late father had squandered their family fortune through his drinking and gambling. Now all Ellen has left is her pet pug named Duchess. Ellen is grateful when an old friend of her late mother, The Dowager Duchess of Baringdale, offers her a position as a governess to her two great-granddaughters.
Christian Barnes, the Duke of Baringdale, has spent the last two years running away from his responsibility as the legal guardian of his late sister’s two daughters. A chance to do business with a wealthy earl has him attending his grandmother’s summer house party in the countryside. The last thing Christian expects is to be attracted to his ward’s lovely governess, Miss Wedgwood.
As Christian and Ellen spend time together there is no denying the attraction between them. Will Christian and Ellen get their happily ever after or will outside forces tear them apart forever?
*If you enjoy tales of Regency romance marriages, blended with a little bit of suspense and a touch of poignant emotions, then you will undoubtedly relish this novel.Grab yourself a copy of The Duke and the Governess of Baringdale, brew a cup of tea and immerse yourself in this enchanting love story.
Enjoy reading!
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A Lady’s Christmas of Convenience: A Clean Historical Regency Romance Book (Proposals During Christmastide 9)
Struggling with financial adversity, Lady Eliza Beaumont faces an unexpected proposal of convenience from William Hartley, the Marquess of Galeshire. Their bond, once akin to that of siblings, takes an unforeseen turn as they confront unspoken emotions. Amidst familial obligations and the presence of a rival suitor, the Christmas season unfolds as the backdrop for a love story, testing the limits of their connection in the delicate dance of a convenient union.
Lady Eliza Beaumont, cherished for her radiant heart and generous spirit, finds herself in uncharted waters when her family’s financial straits lead to a proposed marriage of convenience with William Hartley, the Marquess of Galeshire. While she’s always seen William as a comforting older brother figure, the betrothal awakens unknown feelings within her heart. Is it possible that behind their familial ties, lies a story of love waiting to be told?
William Hartley, the Marquess of Galeshire, has secretly cherished feelings for Eliza Beaumont for years. While their impending union arises from necessity, it brings hope to the silent desires of his heart. With each shared moment, he longs for Eliza to look beyond their shared past and see the profound, silent love he holds for her. Does he possess the bravery to convince her that their connection transcends mere kinship?
Yet, treading the complexities of a marriage of convenience, family expectations, and the presence of a competing suitor lurking in the backdrop, their path to love is riddled with obstacles. Amidst the promise and enchantment of the festive season, can Eliza and William surrender to their burgeoning feelings, or will external challenges keep them apart? As the stakes rise, William’s enduring affection is put to the test, while Eliza grapples with her emerging sentiments.
* Discover a heartwarming love story during Christmas. Follow two souls drawn together against the odds, as they uncover secrets for their lives, challenge conventions, and find a love that knows no boundaries. In a festive joy and Christmas scenery, watch as their bond grows stronger, proving that true affection transcends traditions.
Join their journey of passion and holiday magic in a captivating tale of around 62,000 words and a happy ever after.Available for free on Kindle Unlimited!
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Falling for the Reclusive Earl: A Clean Historical Regency Romance Book (Broken Hearts’ Redemption 6)
Even beneath the veil she always wears to hide her scars, he can see from her dazzling smile, the graceful way she dances, and her kind nature that she’s beautiful, inside and out. Can two resolutely single people confront their painful pasts and learn to trust in love?
Lord Alexander Bainbridge, Earl of Burleigh, 30, is one of the most handsome and eligible bachelors in Society—and a renowned rake to boot. Hiding a painful past caused by his parents’ unhappy marriage, he’s vowed never to wed. Then, he meets the Scarred Lady, a woman treated poorly by Society because of a disfigurement. Impressed by her kind, brave nature and sorry for the way she’s treated, he resolves to help her gain social acceptance by showing an interest in her. But things take an unexpected turn when he starts to experience feelings for her he’s never known before. As the walls he’s built around his heart start to crumble, can he confront his past and accept true love into his life?
At 17,the beautifulThora Kingsley was considered a catch for any nobleman. But at 24, she’s decidedly on the shelf, for just after her successful come-out ball, she had an accident that left her permanently scarred. Slighted by the ton because of her disfigurement, she’s lost her confidence. While she attends the Season to support her family, she always wears a veil to hide her scars, fading into the background, thankful to be ignored. That is, until a chance meeting with a handsome, rakish earl starts to challenge her belief that she’s unworthy of love and brings a chance for happiness she never thought would come. But with such a painful past, will she dare to take it?
*Get ready to dive into a captivating love story filled with complex connections, intense emotions, and a touch of intrigue. Follow two individuals whose lives are intertwined by destiny as they face the challenges of society’s norms, and ultimately, realize the strength of genuine love.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a happily ever after full of romance. Approximately 65000 words.Free with Kindle Unlimited!
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An Arranged Marriage with a Cruel Earl (Marriage Mart Scandals Book 2)
“I‘m trapped in this loveless marriage… how can I change that?”
Miss Emmeline Ashmore, a fiery and determined young lady, steps into a world of secrets and treachery when she takes her cousin’s place in an arranged marriage to the enigmatic Earl of Rilendale. As she explores the halls of the crumbling Rilendale Manor and the secrets that lurk within its walls, she realizes that there is more to her husband than his cold-hearted demeanor suggests.
Andrew Riley, the enigmatic Earl of Rilendale, carries the weight of his family’s dark past on his shoulders. Haunted by rumors, he believes himself cursed and unworthy of love.
As danger lurks in every shadow and the future of Rilendale hangs in the balance, Emmeline and Andrew must learn to trust each other and their own hearts. They’ll need all the strength, courage, and love they can muster to unravel the secrets that bind them and claim the happiness they deserve…
An Arranged Marriage with a Cruel Earl is an enchanting Regency romance, around 60,000 words and offering a captivating read.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. If you love Regency and Victorian-era romance, this novel is for you.Get your copy today, FREE with Kindle Unlimited!
