<div><B>RITA Award–Winning Author: In disguise as a governess, will she reveal her secret—or let the love of a lifetime pass her by?</B><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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 . . .</div>

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A Lady Becomes a Governess

<div><B>RITA Award–Winning Author: All she remembers is feeling safe in his arms . . .</B><br/><br/>Shipwrecked governess Claire Tilson wakes in Captain Lucien Roper’s arms—with amnesia! Her handsome rescuer believes she’s a member of the aristocracy he detests, yet he risks all to see her “home,” where she learns she’s betrothed to a wealthy stranger.<br/><br/>Claire is convinced she doesn’t belong here—and Lucien is the only man she trusts to uncover her past and claim her future . . .<br/><br/>“A bit of danger enters the story, adding a touch of suspense to an already delightful read.” —<I>Huntress Reviews</I></div>

Shipwrecked with the Captain

<div><B>A grieving soldier masquerades as a butler on Scottish estate, only to fall in love with a baron’s daughter, a woman he must claim his title to marry.</B><br/><br/>Captain Lucas Johns-Ives is injured in the same battle that killed his brother. Haunted by loss, Lucas is saved by Mairi Wallace, a woman as beautiful as the Scottish Highland estate she calls home. To repay his debt to her, he agrees to be her servant, a pretense that allows him to escape the responsibilities of the title he has long resisted. Tempted by Mairi’s sweetness, he soon opens his heart to love. But to win Mairi’s hand, he must face his demons and claim his noble birthright.<br/><br/>“RITA Award–winning Gaston gracefully tips her literary cap to the classic film <I>My Man Godfrey</I> in her latest thoughtfully nuanced, sweetly romantic Regency historical. While she deftly explores such serious themes as family duty and survivor guilt, Gaston also celebrates the importance of kindness and compassion in our lives.” —<I>Booklist</I></div>

The Lord's Highland Temptation

<div><B>RITA Award–Winning Author: A widowed countess has a second chance at love—but first a scandalous accusation must be dealt with . . .</B><br/><br/>Years ago, penniless Lorene Summerfield wed for duty, giving her siblings the chance to marry for love. But now the generous-hearted countess finds herself widowed . . . and the man she’s loved in silence for years is falsely accused of her husband’s murder!<br/><br/>Although he closed his heart to love long ago, the Earl of Penford has always found Lorene irresistible. Their newly ignited passion may be scandalous, but now he’ll stop at nothing to clear his name and win Lorene’s hand . . .</div>

Bound by Their Secret Passion

<div><B>A former soldier is commissioned to paint a leading lady who inspires him to play the lover in this “cleverly crafted” Regency romance (<I>Booklist</I>).</B><br/><br/>For Jack Vernon, the battlefields of Badajoz, Spain, are nothing compared to the cutting tongues of polite society. But Jack has never been very “polite.” A canvas is this brooding artist’s preferred company—having once been the outlet for the horror he witnessed at war, it’s now his fortune.<br/><br/>Painting the portrait of the Drury Lane Theater’s latest star—the stunningly beautiful Ariana Blane—is his biggest commission yet. Learning every curve of her body ignites feelings he thought were destroyed in battle. But he’s not the only man who has Ariana in his sights. . . .</div>

Gallant Officer, Forbidden Lady

<div><B>In this “fabulously entertaining” Regency romance, a rake on the road to reform meets an innocent beauty with a penchant for courting scandal (<I>Booklist</I>).</B><br/><br/>Cyprian Sloane’s reputation is of the very worst. A gambler, smuggler, rake and a spy, he now faces the greatest challenge of all—attaining respectability! Moving to a new home and courting a proper young lady, nothing will stop him from becoming the sort of man who is accepted by Society. . . . until he meets his new neighbor, Morgana Hart.<br/><br/>When Morgana’s caring nature thrusts her into the company of ladies of the night, her secret activities risk a scandal that would destroy them both. To become a gentleman, Cyprian must sacrifice the lady—or is there a way for the rake to save them both?</div>

A Reputable Rake

<div><B>When a marquess helps a beautiful prisoner escape death, the pair set off on a perilous and passionate adventure in this sexy Regency romance.</B><br/><br/>The prisoner stood with an expression of defiance, leather shackles on her wrists. Adam Vickery, Marquess of Tannerton, was drawn to this woman, so dignified in her plight. He didn’t recognize her as the once innocent, hopeful debutante he had danced with years ago.<br/><br/>Marlena Parronley, the notorious Vanishing Viscountess, was a fugitive. Seeing the dashing, carefree marquess of her dreams gave her a desire for life she thought she’d lost forever. But she couldn’t risk letting anyone, especially Tanner, get caught up in helping her escape. He would face the same punishment she did. The hangman’s noose.</div>

The Vanishing Viscountess

<div><B>A British soldier finds love on the battlefield in this sweeping historical romance of the Napoleonic Wars.</B><br/><br/>While fighting under Wellington in the Peninsular War, Captain Gabriel Deane saved a French widow from his own marauding compatriots. Though the brave soldier has known his share of pain, nothing has wounded him more deeply than her rejection of his hand in marriage.<br/><br/>Saying no to Gabriel broke Emmaline Mableau’s heart, but being a soldier’s widow had already cost her family too much. Now she wears Gabriel’s ring around her neck: a reminder of the man who can never be hers.<br/><br/>But as the wars continue to rage, Emmaline’s son grows up to seek vengeance against his mother’s attackers. Now Emmaline’s hand trembles as she goes to knock on Gabriel’s door, determined to make a proposal of her own . . .</div>

Valiant Soldier, Beautiful Enemy

<div><I>Justine and the Noble Viscount</I> by Diane Gaston<br><br>Guardian to the unconventional and newly orphaned Fitzmannings is not a role that brooding Gerald Brenner relishes. But Justine, the illegitimate daughter who strives to hide her shame, calls powerfully to something deep within him&#133;.<br><br><I>Annalise and the Scandalous Rake</I> by Deb Marlowe<br><br>House party guest Ned Milford can see the inner passion and beauty that Annalise Fitzmanning hides. But how close should they become when his reason for being at Welbourne Manor would prompt a society scandal, not a society marriage!<br><br><I>Charlotte and the Wicked Lord</I> by Amanda McCabe<br><br>Charlotte may be the youngest Fitzmanning girl, but she knows her own mind&#151;and she wants Lord Andrew Bassington! Drew requires an eminently proper bride, something free-spirited Charlotte has never been. So how can she make him see the beautiful woman she has become&#133;?<br><br></div>

The Diamonds of Welbourne Manor

<div><B>A widower’s search for a reputable governess may lead him to a scandalous bride in this delightful Regency romance.</B><br/><br/><I>London, 1816.</I> Lord Brentmore—half Irish peasant, half English aristocrat—grew up under a cloud of scandal. Even money and a title aren’t enough to stay the wagging tongues of the Ton. But he’s vowed that his children will never experience the same stigma. Now, after the death of their infamous mother, they need a reputable governess.<br/><br/>Anna Hill is too passionate, too <I>alluring</I>. Yet she fills Brentmore Hall with light and laughter—and its master with feelings he thought he’d never feel again. It is his heart’s desire to make her his wife, but a lord marrying a governess would be the biggest scandal of all!</div>

Born to Scandal

<div><B>A fake engagement to a scandalous young lady leads a reluctant Marquess straight down the aisle in this charming Regency romance.</B><br/><br/><I>England, 1815</I>. The pleasure-seeking Marquess of Rossdale has little interest in his birthright and even less interest in finding a bride. So he comes up with the perfect plan to survive the Season unscathed—a fake engagement to a <I>most</I> unsuitable girl!<br/><br/>Outspoken Genna, the youngest of the scandalous Summerfields, has no wish to marry either. Agreeing to be Ross’s temporary fiancée will grant her freedom for a little longer. But as their pretend kisses spark true feelings, both Ross and Genna must face up to what they really desire . . . a true match!</div>

Bound by a Scandalous Secret

<div><B>A passionate encounter in Paris leads a rake to reform his ways in this Regency romance of forbidden desire and secret identities.</B><br/><br/>It’s been more than three months, but Oliver Gregory still remembers the exquisite night he shared with a beautiful woman in Paris. Discovering her working at the discreet London gentlemen’s club he owns comes as a shock . . . even more so when he realizes she’s pregnant!<br/><br/>Oliver knows the pain of being an outcast. And he will do all in his power to ensure his child is not born illegitimate. Cecilia will return to his bed . . . as his wife!</div>

A Pregnant Courtesan for the Rake

<div>Lady Wexin, once the Ton's foremost beauty, has been abandoned by her family and friends, and creditors hound her. Her husband's scandalous death has left her impoverished, and the gossip-mongering press is whipped into a frenzy of speculation when it becomes clear the widow is with child. Who is the father? <br><br>Only one man knows: Adrian Pomroy, Viscount Cavanley.  He has cultivated the reputation of a rake, but in truth yearns for something useful to do. Delicate beauty Lydia Wexin could pose an intriguing&#151;and stimulating&#151;challenge&#133;.<br><br></div>

Scandalizing the Ton

<div><I>England, 1829</I><br><br>Eleven years ago, Claude Mableau came to Rappard Hall as a stable worker seeking revenge&#151;and fell in love with the noble family's poor relation, Miss Louisa Finch. Now home after making his fortune abroad, he discovers that his youthful infatuation is as strong as ever, as is his body's craving for the beautiful lady. Claude cannot resist her plea to introduce her to the pleasures of lovemaking before her arranged marriage. Yet despite their intense passion, Louisa will always be forbidden to him as a bride&#133;.</div>

The Liberation of Miss Finch

<div><B>His scandalous bride </B><B> </B><br><br>Tess Summerfield's life is changed forever when she's rescued from drowning by the mysterious Marc Glenville. Forced to shelter in a deserted cottage, she spends the night wrapped in his arms for warmth. <br><br>When they are discovered, the tongues of the ton start wagging, and Marc knows the only way to silence them is to marry Tess. But his duties as a spy soon tear Marc away from the marriage bed. When they're at last reunited, can they rekindle the flame born from the ashes of scandal? <br><br>The Scandalous Summerfields <br><br>Disgrace is their middle name! </div>

Bound by Duty

<div><B>Marrying a stranger </B><br><br>On the eve of battle, Lieutenant Edmund Summerfield rescues mysterious Amelie Glenville from attack by marauding soldiers. Heady from the anticipation and uncertainty in the air, they spend the night together, but their scandalous actions have one inescapable consequence&#133;! <br><br>The illegitimate son of an aristocrat, Edmund won't consign his unborn child to the same fate, so he offers Amelie marriage. With a honeymoon spent weathering a storm of scandal, can these two strangers hope to turn their convenient marriage into something real?</div>

Bound by One Scandalous Night

<div><I>DESIRED FOR HERSELF ALONE&#133;</I><I> </I><br><br>When fallen beauty Daphne, Lady Faville, is carried to safety from a rampaging fire, she's horrified to recognize her rescuer as Hugh Westleigh&#151;a man with every reason to despise her! <br><br>But Hugh has been blinded and Daphne must nurse him back to health. Unable to see, he is driven to distraction by her tantalizing scent and gentle touch. <br><br>For the first time, Daphne feels truly desired for herself alone. But when Hugh finally regains his sight, will she find forgiveness in his arms? </div>

A Lady of Notoriety

<div><I>Raising the stakes&#133;</I><br><br>As the unacknowledged son of the lecherous  Lord Westleigh, John &#34;Rhys&#34; Rhysdale was forced to earn a crust gambling on the streets. Now he owns the most thrilling new gaming establishment in London.<br><br>Witnessing polite society&#39;s debauchery and excess every night, Rhys prefers to live on its fringes, but a mysterious masked lady tempts him into the throng.<br><br>Lady Celia Gale, known only as Madame Fortune, matches Rhys card for card and kiss for stolen kiss.  But the stakes are raised when Rhys discovers she&#39;s  from the very world he despises.&#133;<br><br></div>

A Reputation for Notoriety

<div>THE REGENCY UNDERWORLD&#8212;SEX, SCANDAL AND REDEEMING LOVE<br><br>The Mysterious Miss M is a living male fantasy&#8212;alluring, sensual,masked. But when Lord Devlin Steele finds himself responsible for her&#8212;and her child&#8212;he comes to know the real Maddy: the loving,passionate woman who drives away the nightmares of the Waterloobattlefield.But the aristocratic soldier can't support his new family. He willinherit his fortune only on marriage to a suitable lady&#8212;and Maddyis far from suitable. With the dangers of London's underworld closingin, how can he protect the woman he has come to love?</div>

The Mysterious Miss M

<div>The marriage gamble&#8230;<br><br>Guy, Lord Keating, laden with his father's debts, elopes with"heiress" Emily Duprey&#8230;only to discover she is as poor as he! Nowhis only hope of saving his family and dependents is a reluctantreturn to the gaming tables.Emily has to escape marriage to a gamester like her father. But sheneeds more money than she can win as Lady Keating&#8212;so she becomesLady Widow, a card-playing masked seductress! Then Guy recognizes thebeautiful Widow as his quiet, mousy wife&#8212;and their inconvenientmarriage takes an unexpected turn&#8230;.</div>

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