A man who cherishes his freedom at sea. A woman who fears she will never find her place in Polite Society. Two unlikely people who come together—and find love . . . As a boy, Seth Atwell falls in love with the sea. His uncle, Lord Hopewell, arranges for Seth to become a cabin boy, and over the years, Seth works his way up to the position of captain of a trading vessel. On a return trip home to England, he is shocked to learn that he is the new Viscount Hopewell—and must give up his seafaring ways.Lady Philippa Strong has a zest for life and is always in motion. Curious about everything, with a love of languages and geography, Pippa doesn’t want to make her come-out with her twin. Though she adores Georgina, Pippa knows when the ton compares the two Strong twins, she will come up lacking.Seth retreats to Hopewood, his country estate, where he encounters his ducal neighbor’s sister. Seth is drawn to Pippa’s free spirit and inquisitive nature, and she agrees to give him riding lessons since he has never been atop a horse. The pair grow close, but friendship is not enough for this viscount. He wants to claim Pippa as his viscountess.Can Seth convince Pippa that friends can become lovers—and that love does not limit a woman’s opportunities?*Each book in The Strongs of Shadowcrest is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order and can be read free with Kindle Unlimited!The Strongs of ShadowcrestBook #1: The Duke’s Unexpected LoveBook #2: The Perks of Loving a ViscountBook #3: Falling for the MarquessBook #4: The Captain and the DuchessBook #5: Courtship at Shadowcrest (Regency Duet – includes Tempted by the Earl and The Viscount’s Heart)Book #6: The Marquess’ Quest for LoveBook #7: The Duke’s Guide to Winning a Lady Read more

Sweeping across generations from the 1600s to the present day and inspired by the true story of the leader of the infamous Gunpowder Plot, Nicola Cornick’s latest historical mystery combines past and present story lines that fans of Philippa Gregory and Susanna Kearsley will devour.1605: Anne Catesby fears for her family. Her son, the darkly charismatic Robert, is secretly plotting to kill the king, placing his wife and child in grave danger. Anne must make a terrible choice: betray her only child or risk her family’s security…and her very life.Present Day: When her dreams of becoming a musician are shattered, Lucy takes refuge in her family’s ancestral home in Oxfordshire. Everyone knows it was originally home to the notorious gunpowder plotter Robert Catesby. As Lucy spends more time in the beautiful winter garden that Robert made, she starts to have strange visions of a woman in Tudor dress, terrified and facing a heartbreaking dilemma.As Lucy's and Anne’s stories converge, a shared secret that has echoed through the centuries separating them will change Lucy’s life forever… Read more

As a cursed duke collides with a determined lady, their dangerous game of trust and temptation will unravel secrets, ignite desires, and change their destinies forever.Henry Lewis, the Duke of Carlisle, has a problem with cards. And dice. And the betting book at White’s. Carlisle has never met a wager he won’t take or a bet he won’t make. Unfortunately, he was cursed by a witch at the age of thirteen, so his luck ends when he turns thirty. In a last attempt to win back his dwindling fortune, Henry wagers it all to the devious Marquess of Shrewsbury. Shrewsbury is his archenemy, a man who has been trying to ruin the Carlisle family for years. And when Carlisle puts the last card on the table, Shrewsbury has his revenge. Carlisle is left penniless and homeless. He retreats to his mother’s home only to find the marquess has banished his daughter to live on the nearby estate—an estate her father won from Henry.Lady Katherine Malfort has finally crossed a line. She was born with a birthmark on her face and kept hidden away by her family. But when she turns twenty-one, she’s no longer content to hide in the shadows. She wants her freedom and to study painting in Paris, a demand which angers her father and results in her banishment to Carlisle Hall. Katie is used to being alone, but she finds some solace in the friendship of the Duchess of Carlisle. Until her son, the duke, arrives. Not only does Katie have no respect for a man who would disregard his mother and gamble away his family’s home, she’s angry at the way he's neglected the estate and the tenants. For Katie, Carlisle can’t leave soon enough.For his part, Carlisle wants to know why the marquess has a vendetta against him. He believes the answer is hidden in the library at Carlisle Hall and needs Katie to help him search it. She agrees, but only if he’ll make amends for his neglect of his tenants. Searching the library and aiding the tenants put Henry in Katie’s presence more than she’d like. She can’t deny her attraction to the handsome duke, but she knows he will never see her as anything other than the marked daughter of his enemy.And even as their relationship grows, can she ever really trust a gambler? Henry sees Katie for the rare woman she is, but can he trust the daughter of his enemy?Read Free in Kindle Unlimited!Misfortunes FavoritesThe King and ViMy Fair KatieAll About Genevieve Read more

A virgin widow running her own company. A man who returns home after years at sea. An oddly-matched couple—who may not be so incompatible after all . . .James Jones recalls little of his past, only remembering being taken as a young boy and growing up on the Seven Seas. Rising from cabin boy to captain of a ship, a chance encounter with a drunken stranger leads James back to his family, where he discovers he is the heir to the dying Duke of Seaton.Sophie Grant, daughter of a viscount, never made her come-out, thanks to her father’s bad investments, which were paid off by Josiah Grant, owner of one of the leading shipping lines in Great Britain. As part of the arrangement, the shy Sophie is given to Josiah in marriage. Her new, much older husband helps Sophie to gain confidence in herself by teaching her all about how to run his shipping empire.James, a former captain for one of Grant’s vessels, encounters the now-widowed Sophie and feels a connection with the efficient, intelligent woman. Rebelling against his new role as a leading member of the ton, he despises Polite Society and its expectation that he wed some titled gentleman’s bird-witted daughter—because James is increasingly drawn to the gossiped-about, independent Sophie Grant. Will a newly-minted duke be able to win the heart of a woman who spurns the ton and has built a satisfying life for herself? Each book in The Strongs of Shadowcrest is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order. Also you can read free in Kindle Unlimited!The Strongs of ShadowcrestBook #1: The Duke’s Unexpected LoveBook #2: The Perks of Loving a ViscountBook #3: Falling for the MarquessBook #4: The Captain and the DuchessBook #5: Courtship at Shadowcrest (Regency Duet – includes Tempted by the Earl and The Viscount’s Heart)Book #6: The Marquess’ Quest for LoveBook #7: The Duke’s Guide to Winning a Lady Read more

Nothing is more reckless—and potentially ruinous—than a wager on true love… Miss Sophie York is more than ready to enjoy a London Season sponsored by her cousin. What better way to overcome her painful past than to secure a happy future for herself? And if she’s lucky, perhaps that future will include her handsome new friend…Finding a bride should be easy for Henry James, Duke of Holland. But rumors of his romantic…prowess are highly exaggerated. So, he’s at a loss when it comes to wooing the lovely Sophie. Especially when she finds out the only reason he approached her in the first place was because of a ridiculous bet…Discovering his secret could be devastating to their love. But then again, so could her secret. Anyone care to wager on their odds of overcoming it all and making it to happily ever after? Read more

He thought he’d reformed. But maybe he was just destined to be a rogue forever…Inheriting the title of marquess saved Daniel’s life. Literally. Without it, he would’ve remained in London, indulging in all the vices that plagued him. Now, he can finally focus on his responsibilities and become a better man. Letting his lovely and infinitely fascinating new neighbor assume he was a lowly groom was not on his agenda. But sadly, that’s exactly what he did…Lady Anwen Astoridge loves horses more than people sometimes. Especially after what happened during her last Season. So, when she meets an honest, amusing, and charming groom she actually likes, she’s shocked. If she could, she’d choose him over any of the titled gentlemen in London. Too bad her family would never allow that to happen…When Daniel’s true identity is revealed, can Anwen forgive his deception? Or will this supposedly reformed rogue be denied a happily ever after with the woman of his dreams?My Reformed Rogue, book 2 in the Wayward Yorks series. A sexy and spicy, friends to lovers Regency historical romance. Download today and get ready to fall for Daniel and Anwen. Read more

She’s at the mercy of a wild, wild duke. Trouble is, she’s not sure how wild he truly is…There was a time when Wolfe Huges, sixth Duke of Montague, pined for Lady Kate Brassel. But that was years ago. Now, she’s nothing to him but the widow of an old friend who owed him an obscene amount of money. So, imagine his surprise when Kate suggests a highly improper—and pleasurable—means to settle the debt…Kate is at her wit’s end. If she wants to protect her son’s inheritance, she’ll have to pay her husband’s debt with the only thing of value she has left. Her body. And since Wolfe has no interest in marrying, that would make her his mistress. She never thought she’d fall so far from grace. Or that she’d enjoy it. But here she is…It’s not long before Kate learns there’s more to Wolfe than meets the eye—and Wolfe realizes his love for Kate might be more than a memory. But when it matters most, will they take their second chance at happily ever after? Or is their romance doomed to end in heartbreak?Wild, Wild, Duke, book 3 in the Wayward Yorks series. A sexy and spicy, enemies to lovers Regency historical romance. Download today and get ready to fall for Wolfe and Kate. Read more

Andrew Sinclair is not your ordinary rake. He’s a Deadly Sin.Andrew Sinclair, the dashing, card-playing younger brother of the Earl of Emerson is shocked to find he’s been left an estate by a gentleman he barely remembers.Not only does Drew detest animals, dirt, and endless fields of barley he hates the country in general. Nor can he fathom why a man he barely remembers would leave him Blackbird Heath. Drew has plans for his future and they don’t include a farm, nor the man’s widow who apparently comes with it. He plans to sell the property as soon as possible.Hester Black has toiled tirelessly to transform Blackbird Heath into a thriving enterprise. The farm is her home and her sanctuary. After the demise of her elderly husband, a habitual gambler, Hester is shocked by the revelation that the estate she’s poured her heart and soul into doesn’t belong to her. Instead, the new owner of Blackbird Heath is a dandy from London who intends to sell her home. There’s a catch, however; he can’t sell so much as a clump of dirt until Hester vacates the premises.Which she has no intention of doing.A fierce clash of wills unfolds as Drew and Hester compete for control of Blackbird Heath all the while fighting their undeniable attraction to each other. But when Drew is attacked, doubt and suspicion make him question everything about their passionate affair.After all, Hester would do anything for Blackbird Heath.But does that include murder?Sinfully Mine is the third in a steamy new series, The Five Deadly Sins from bestselling author Kathleen Ayers.Note: This series is part of Dragonblade's Flame line, so this is a scorching-hot read with open-door steam.Read free in Kindle Unlimited!The Five Deadly SinsSinfully WedSinfully TemptedSinfully MineSinfully YoursSinfully Wanton Read more

Tempting a duke is a Deadly Sin.Tamsin Sinclair is known for her bold manner. As a Sinclair, nicknamed one of the Deadly Sins she is expected to be improper and uncivilized. Seeking solace from the unrelenting whispers about her at a ball, Tamsin retreats to the gardens and makes the unexpected acquaintance of the eccentric, moth collecting, Duke of Ware.Hayden Redford, Duke of Ware, is merely collecting specimens during his aunt’s ball when he makes the poor choice to pluck a moth from the knee of London’s most notorious young lady. Even worse, their encounter is witnessed by the malicious Lady Longwood. Had Tamsin been anyone else, Ware might have been forced to do the honorable thing, but his aunt insists that wedding Tamsin is out of the question. Nor can the gossip about Ware and Tamsin be allowed to spread through London.There remains only one solution which will salvage reputations and keep Ware from wedding so far beneath him. A charade is decided. One in which Ware and Tamsin will pretend a vague attachment of shared intellectual pursuits, guaranteed to silence the gossips out of boredom if nothing else.But as the ruse draws to a close, the attachment between Ware and Tamsin becomes much less vague than planned. Real desire blooms between them just as they must say goodbye.Will their relationship fade as everyone expects? Or will Tamsin and Ware follow the dictates of their heart?Note: This series is part of Dragonblade's Flame line, so this is a scorching-hot read with open-door steam.Read Free in Kindle Unlimited!The Five Deadly SinsSinfully WedSinfully TemptedSinfully MineSinfully YoursSinfully Wanton Read more

When Laurel jilts her fiancé will it bring her scandal? Or everything she has ever wanted?When Lady Laureline Barker asks Mrs. Dove Lyons to find her a husband, she does not expect one of her choices to be the man she admired years ago, when she was still a schoolgirl—the man who rescued her from drowning. He is also a war hero, famed for trading his own freedom and health for the safety of others.Laurel is committed to a contest, with the winner taking her and her dowry. Can she back out? And will he still want her if she does?Angelico Warrington doesn’t expect Laurel to remember him. Even if she does, why should she favor him over other suitors? She is the respected sister to an earl, with only one flaw on her reputation—she refused to marry a cad who had been putting off their wedding date for five years.Angel is a musician in a gambling den, unable to walk without crutches, and with no place in the Society to which Laurel belongs.This apparently ill-assorted couple are a perfect match, but history must repeat itself and secrets be revealed before they can win their happy ending.Read Free in Kindle Unlimited! Read more

In desperation, the last of the Wylde Wallflowers, Cordelia, resorts to a scandalous method to find herself a husband. A personal advertisement. When she placed the ad, she never imagined that she would draw a man like Lord Theodore Houghton, the Earl of Malvern. She certainly hadn’t expected that she would be so drawn to him, that the series of letters they exchanged before meeting face to face would already have her half in love with him. Also, she had not imagined that a single kiss could send her hurtling into a world of temptation and desire.As a third son, with no prospects, Theo had done the unforgivable and dabbled in trade. When a terrible accident saw the title fall into his hands, he knew that he needed to do his duty— find a wife and continue the family line. But society has shunned him for having the audacity to make his own fortune rather than just marry it. Personal ads are his only avenue for finding the right sort of bride. Determined to make the best of it, he answers one fateful advertisement that turns into so much more.When he first sees Cordelia, duty is the furthest thing from his mind. She’s much more than a means to an end for him, and If he lets his guard slip at all, she could well be his everything.But as the couple announces their engagement, not everyone is pleased for them. One mishap is immediately followed by a series of unfortunate incidents and near misses with calamity until Theo can no longer ignore the reality—someone is trying to kill them… And nothing complicates love like the threat of murder. Read more

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The third book in The Wylde Wallflowers Series...Charity Wylde has always been… well… wild. The devil to her staid twin sister’s angel, their parents had despaired of her ever making a suitable match. In truth, so had she. Too loud. Too raucous. Too quick to draw attention to herself. And that is precisely what gets Charity into trouble.Attending a ball with her aunt, she draws the eye of a notorious gentleman. A seducer, a rogue, a ne’er do well—Lord Jameson Dartwell is avoided by almost every woman in society except those naive enough not to know better. And sweet, trusting, high spirited Charity fits that category nicely.There’s only one problem. His well behaved older brother, Lord Fredrick Dartwell, Viscount Wellbeigh, saw her first. He doesn’t wish to seduce Charity, but to possess her. To make her his, body and soul. If that means he has to play his brother’s game and seduce her first, that’s the kind of sacrifice he’s both willing and eager to make. But unlike his brother, he has no intention of discarding her when he’s done.Once Charity is his, she’ll be his forever… and he will be hers. Read more

A broken engagement, a duke, and a house party…When Luke Beauchamp, Duke of Ashcott, was thrown from his beloved’s home by her brother, there was only one thing to do: become a spy and run away to France.Perhaps not his finest moment—but he’s learned from his mistake, and is determined to win Lady Margaret Everleigh, his one true love, back. The trouble is, she has absolutely no desire to see him, and plenty of witty remarks at his expense.When Luke knows what he wants, he gets it. He’s the most scandalous rake in the ton, and he’ll do anything, even orchestrating a “surprise” meeting at a fortnight-long house party, to win her back.Lady Margaret, or Peggy to those she loves, isn’t buying it. All this remorse is too little, too late. Where’s Luke even been since he abandoned her to the scandal of a broken engagement?Try as she might, Peggy can’t entirely escape either Luke, or her feelings for him—but unfortunately a few other house guests at this party have plans for her that she may not like…Will Luke ever humble himself to reveal his true feelings to Peggy—and will Peggy finally admit to herself, let alone the man she once loved and lost, that the best things in life are dukes?This full length novel is a steamy Regency romance with a happily ever after, no cliffhangers, and is part of a series that can be read in any order.Read Free in Kindle Unlimited!Dukes in DangerDon’t Judge a Duke By His CoverStrike While the Duke is HotThe Duke is Mightier than the SwordA Duke in Time Saves NineEvery Duke Has His PricePut Your Best Duke ForwardWhere There’s a Duke, There’s a WayCuriosity Killed the DukePlay with Dukes, Get BurnedThe Best Things in Life are DukesA Duke a Day Keeps the Doctor AwayAll Good Dukes Come to an End Read more

‘Oh my word… fantastic… [The] stories intertwine so beautifully, it’s truly amazing. Such a lot of research must have to have been done but so worth it. I can’t recommend this book enough.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Could a rediscovered map show her the way? Present day: When thirty-six-year-old Robyn Willoughby discovers an exquisite yet blood-stained Tudor map in her father’s antique map shop, desperate for a distraction from her problems, she decides to investigate. But as Robyn delves into the mystery, she finds herself caught up in a centuries-old secret – one that will change her life forever.1569: Forced to flee Holland to escape persecution, twenty-year-old Freida Ortelius uses her mapmaking skills to start anew in London. Soon her rare talent catches the eye of Queen Elizabeth, who demands Freida’s help in fighting the Spanish threat. Freida must now embark on a deadly mission, the consequences of which will echo down the ages…A sweeping and heartbreaking read, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Kathryn Hughes.Readers adore The Mapmaker’s Daughter:‘Loved this… the characters were brilliant and the storyline was amazing, wonderfully written and descriptive, could not put it down.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This book has it all: history, intrigue, suspense, mystery, and a gripping narrative that kept me engaged from beginning to end.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Loved this book!… Great characters and story that intertwined. Highly recommended.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A joy to read… I loved the characters and the way the plot of both times weaved and intwined… Excellent.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Fascinating! I would recommend this book to all lovers of historical fiction without hesitation.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

An army officer who has returned to his childhood home . . .An earl’s daughter forced to earn her own living . . .Two damaged souls who find friendship . . . and love . . .Lieutenant-General Cyrus Cressley’s head wound leaves him blind in one eye and unsuited to lead men into battle. Selling his commission, Cy returns to Melrose to find his father long dead and his distant brother, who is in poor health, the new Duke of Margate. Cy is given use of the hunting lodge on the estate, where he seeks to find his purpose in life after being forced from the military.Lady Finola Honeyfield’s come-out was ruined when a cruel trick was played upon her, leaving her to trust no one but her dogs. She retreats to the country and becomes one of England’s premier trainers of English springer spaniels, having found a way to earn her keep, even as she is lost in loneliness.Thanks to her Honeyfield spaniels, Finola has a chance meeting with Cy. Soon, a friendship springs up between them, with Cy even helping Finola train her current litter of pups. But these two keep secrets from one another and when Cy suddenly finds himself the Duke of Margate, Finola washes her hands of him.Can Cy convince Finola they are meant to be together and forge a path as the Duke and Duchess of Margate—or will her mistrust of gentlemen of the ton keep them apart forever?Each book in the Suddenly a Duke series is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order and can be read for free with Kindle Unlimited.Suddenly a Duke:Book 1 – Portrait of the DukeBook 2 – Music for the DukeBook 3 – Polishing the DukeBook 4 – Designs on the DukeBook 5 – Fashioning the DukeBook 6 – Love Blooms with the DukeBook 7 – Training the DukeBook 8 – Investigating the Duke Read more

“For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known.” Luke 12:2After her father’s mysterious death, Miss Gillian Young takes a new job as the principal costume designer at the renowned Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. But while she remembers her father as a kind, well-respected man of the Police Force, clues she uncovers indicate he’d been living a double life: a haunting photograph of a young woman; train stubs for secret trips just before his death; and a receipt for a large sum of money. Are these items evidence of her father’s guilty secrets? His longtime police partner thinks so.Then Gillian meets the dashing Viscount Thomas Lockwood. Their attraction is instant and inescapable. As their romantic involvement grows, Gillian begins to suspect even Lockwood’s motives. What should she make of her friend’s suggestion that Lockwood or men like him were involved in the murder of her father?Soon, Gillian is convinced that her father has left evidence somewhere proving his innocence and revealing the guilty party. The closer she comes to uncovering it, the more menacing her opposition grows. Gillian takes on an ingenious disguise and takes on the role of a lifetime to reveal the true killer—before it’s too late for both her and those she loves. Read more

He’s as cold as he is criminal…Who does a former lady go to when there is nowhere left to turn?The Duke.But every refuge in this cruel world has a price. The cost for Ophelia Lexington to be housed in the Duke’s brothel…. Her virginity to be sold to the highest bidder.She’s as talented as she is innocent…One look at Ophelia Lexington, daughter to a baron, and Clayton knows he should cut her loose. She’s too beautiful, talented, and far too fragile for his world, but those are all the same attributes that make her highly desirable.And not just to prospective clients. The desire burning inside him, threatens to consume them both. She’s meant to be his greatest asset. Instead, she’s becoming his worst temptation. Read more

An intriguing page-turning drama at the heart of the Tudor court! For fans of Philippa Gregory, Elizabeth Chadwick, Carol McGrath and Anne O’Brien.Has time run out for Queen Catherine of Aragon…?1528The mood at court is sombre. The fractures in the royal marriage are spreading and King Henry’s desires are threatening the stability of the realm.Eighteen-year-old Thomasin Marwood feels aged beyond her years in service to Queen Catherine of Aragon.Her time as a lady-in-waiting has exposed her to intrigues and dark plots that have cast a shadow over her future.And now King Henry is becoming more open in his plot to divorce the queen and marry Lady Anne Boleyn.Queen Catherine has sent for her daughter, Princess Mary to join her at court and remind Henry of his fatherly duties. But Anne Boleyn is always at Henry’s side, resplendent in her lavish gowns, reminding the king of her youth and ability to carry an heir.Thomasin is loyal to her mistress, Queen Catherine, but she finds herself noticed by the Boleyns and she fears her position at court may soon change.What will happen to Thomasin if the king is successful in his petition for a divorce? Will Queen Catherine be cast out of court?And will Lady Anne Boleyn finally get the throne she has been lusting after…?LADY OF MISRULE is a page-turning historical drama set at the court of King Henry VIII and featuring Anne Boleyn. It is the fourth book in the Marwood Family Tudor Saga Series.THE MARWOOD FAMILY TUDOR SAGA SERIES:Book One: Dangerous LadyBook Two: Troubled QueenBook Three: False MistressBook Four: Lady of Misrule Read more