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The Last House in Lambton: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Grace Gibson, Debbie Styne
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsDoes it ever stop raining in Lambton?Darcy and Bingley depart Netherfield Park, leaving Elizabeth Bennet acutely aware of the monotony of her life. Seeking a reprieve, she volunteers to serve as temporary companion to Mrs. Gardiner’s elderly aunt who lives in Lambton... -
![A Heart Devoted by Nichole Van]()
A Heart Devoted by Nichole Van
Living happily ever after should be easy. After all, Tristan and Isolde Gilbert, the new Duke and Duchess of Kendall, have overcome obstacles, confessed their love, married, and are eager to sail off into the sunset of their glorious future. But, of course, life rarely offers smooth sailing. After their honeymoon tour, an unexpected return to London sends the new couple reeling... -
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![Unmasked By A Devil by Wendy Vella]()
Unmasked By A Devil by Wendy Vella
Rated: 4.62 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThe man who was loved by everyone… except herZachariel Deville knew what people thought of him. The youngest brother, all charm, and no substance. He knew better. His serious side came out when he performed his duties for the king or protected his family. He cared nothing about how others perceived him. Except her, of course. He cared very much about that... -
![The Duke's Magnificent Obsession by Chasity Bowlin]()
The Duke's Magnificent Obsession by Chasity Bowlin
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsIf there is one thing I know, kisses have a tendency to alter things irrevocably.Abandoned at the family’s country estate by her employer, Minerva Stone realizes that the concerns harbored about her position with Mrs. Charlotte Entwhistle-Graves were well founded...Categorized as:
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![Sinfully Yours by Kathleen Ayers]()
Sinfully Yours by Kathleen Ayers
Kidnapping should be a Deadly Sin…especially if you lose your heart. Malcolm Sinclair, former soldier, and mercenary has once more run afoul of the authorities. He needs a quick escape back to London which Lord Buckmore is only too happy to provide, if only Malcolm will perform a small task. Kidnap the young lady Buckmore wishes to wed from her overzealous, overprotective cousin... -
![Lady Brazen by Scarlett Scott]()
Lady Brazen by Scarlett Scott
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLady Philippa Shaw had it all: a husband who was madly in love with her, a sweet baby daughter, and a house in the most exclusive square in London. Until a shocking discovery after her husband’s death revealed her happy life was a lie. Now, his past crimes are returning to haunt her, bringing danger, devastation, and the one man she’s spent the past few years despising... -
![Entranced by the Earl by Jillian Eaton]()
Entranced by the Earl by Jillian Eaton
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsSometimes love is hiding in the unlikeliest of earls . . . Evelyn Thorncroft wants to marry a duke, but she'll settle for an earl. The Earl of Hawkridge, to be precise. The only problem? Weston cannot stand the sight of her. At least, that's what he says. Their passionate kisses, however, tell a very different story . . -
![Forever Her Scot by Scarlett Scott]()
Forever Her Scot by Scarlett Scott
A marriage of convenience between a Scottish duke and an American heiress turns sizzling in this final entry of USA Today bestselling author Scarlett Scott's delightfully wicked Dukes Most Wanted series.American heiress Madeline Chartrand has a problem. Her matchmaking mother is determined to secure an aristocratic husband for her, despite her wishes to the contrary... -
![Sutton's Scandal by Scarlett Scott]()
Sutton's Scandal by Scarlett Scott
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIt's a battle of wits and wills between a bold East End lady and the icy shop owner she can't resist in this deliciously steamy Regency romance from USA Today bestselling author Scarlett Scott.Lily Sutton has been running wild for years beneath her siblings’ noses. Born and raised in the rookeries, she is not afraid of anything or anyone... -
![Three Sins and a Scoundrel by Tracy Sumner]()
Three Sins and a Scoundrel by Tracy Sumner
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsMeet the newest member of the Leighton Cluster! The final novel in the popular Duchess Society series by USA Today bestselling author Tracy Sumner!Beneath his disguise lies a secret life…and a secret love.Jasper Noble is the most feared man in London, a ruthless scoundrel with a reputation as dark as the rookery alleys he prowls... -
![Forever Her Marquess by Scarlett Scott]()
Forever Her Marquess by Scarlett Scott
From bestselling author Scarlett Scott comes a scorching-hot series that returns to the Notorious Ladies of London world. Six friends, one house party, and a whole lot of scandal...Lady Clementine Hammond may be polite society’s most notorious matchmaker, but she’s perfectly happy remaining unattached herself... -
![The Duke's Bartered Mistress by Caroline Lee]()
The Duke's Bartered Mistress by Caroline Lee
The whispers say he’s a demon, but now he owns her…It is vital Lady Georgia Stoughton finds a way to pay her father’s debt, but the cursed man who owns it refuses her money. So when she offers herself in repayment, the devil with the body of an angel calls her bluff…and signs the contract. Now she belongs to him, body and soul, until the last hour of December...Categorized as:
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![Lyon Eyes by Lynne Connolly]()
Lyon Eyes by Lynne Connolly
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsEnter the world of the most notorious gambling den in London, where matches are made... unusually. Welcome to the world of THE LYON'S DEN: The Black Widow of Whitehall Connected World, where the underground of Regency London thrives... and loves.Heiress to a fortune, Jenny Hambling needs a husband, before she is made to marry a man she despises... -
![I Like Big Dukes and I Cannot Lie by Annabelle Anders, Amy Rose Bennett]()
I Like Big Dukes and I Cannot Lie by Annabelle Anders, Amy Rose Bennett
From the delightfully debonair to the devilishly dangerous, these dashing dukes can't help but command your attention. And let's not forget the real stars here—the dazzling, damsel-not-in-distress heroines who don't need a title to rule. These are ladies of wit, grit, and not a little bit of mischief.Every one of these novellas has a duke for its leading man...Categorized as:
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![The Beast's Beguiled by Eva Devon, Maire Claremont]()
The Beast's Beguiled by Eva Devon, Maire Claremont
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFrom USATODAY Bestselling author Eva Devon, writing as Maire Claremont, comes a brand new series that will sweep you away to the drama and angst of Regency England. Glittering ballrooms, wild moors, and brooding lords waiting to be tamed by bluestockings await. . .Catherine Ludlow knows the betrayal of family...Categorized as:
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![Kiss The Rake Hello by Tracy Sumner]()
Kiss The Rake Hello by Tracy Sumner
Cortland DeWitt is the most infamous second son in England. Twin to a duke, he thankfully lost out on the ducal title by a mere three minute's grace. And he's never looked back, living his life with one rule and one rule only: no attachments.But to Alexandra Mountbatten, the fearless woman who's known him since childhood, Cort is merely the loathsome boy next door... -
![The Letter Tree by Rachel Fordham]()
The Letter Tree by Rachel Fordham
Romeo and Juliet meets You’ve Got Mail in 1920s New York when hidden letters change everything for two lost souls and the community around them.Seven years ago, a letter left inside a tree brought Laura Bradshaw an anonymous friend who helped her navigate the tragic loss of her mother and gave her something to look forward to despite the overbearing hand of her father...Categorized as:
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![A Capful of Courage: An emotional Victorian saga series from Fenella J Miller for 2024 by Fenella J. Miller]()
A Capful of Courage: An emotional Victorian saga series from Fenella J Miller for 2024 by Fenella J. Miller
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPre-order the emotional next book in the Victorian saga series from Fenella J Miller Dangerous times, new fortunesLondon October 1843.Sarah Nightingale is a strong young woman who keeps her head high and faces every new adversity with courage... -
![The Untamed Duke by Melanie Rose Clarke]()
The Untamed Duke by Melanie Rose Clarke
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsWhen a Scottish duke targets her brother, Sophia will do anything to protect her family, including kidnapping the powerful lord. What happens when the duke kidnaps her instead?Welcome to book 3 in the bestselling series The Secret Crusaders from the talented Melanie Rose Clarke!Social justice crusader Sophia Hawkins will do anything to protect her family... -
![Speak of the Duke by Tamara Gill]()
Speak of the Duke by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSpeak of the duke and he shall appear…Julia Woodville knew the kiss she’d shared with Lord Cyrus Franklin, known rake, couldn’t have meant as much to him as it had to her. And he proved her right by leaving London and marrying another. But now he’s back, and this time, she’s not about to let him anywhere near her heart…Leaving Julia behind was one of Cyrus’s greatest regrets...Categorized as:
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![Summer in the Highlands by Nichole Van, Heidi Kimball]()
Summer in the Highlands by Nichole Van, Heidi Kimball
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFrom the publisher of the USA Today bestselling Timeless Romance Anthology series, comes Summer in the Highlands, with three Victorian Romance novellas by Nichole Van, Heidi Kimball, and Michele Paige Holmes.Remnants of Love by Nichole VanMrs. Christiana Newton—Chrissi to her closest friends—has two simple goals in life. One, earn a living through her archaeological expertise... -
![Fallen by Jessie Lewis]()
Fallen by Jessie Lewis
The air was all gone, and coldness overtook her, as though she had fallen into icy water and was sinking into the blackness. Her stomach churned, as it was wont to do these days. He would not marry her. She was ruined.THE ARRIVAL OF TWO ELIGIBLE GENTLEMEN at Netherfield Park sends ripples of excitement through nearby Meryton... -
![The Devil of Drury Lane by Tracy Sumner]()
The Devil of Drury Lane by Tracy Sumner
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFall in love with the youngest DeWitt brother in the infamous Troublesome Trio! In the opulent ballrooms of Regency-era London, Mercy Ainsworth plays her part flawlessly. By day, she's the poised daughter of an esteemed earl, an embodiment of grace and decorum... -
![Every Rake Has A Silver Lining: A Regency Era Romance by Trisha Messmer]()
Every Rake Has A Silver Lining: A Regency Era Romance by Trisha Messmer
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsNo woman can resist his charms. Enter the ice queen.Experience has taught Simon Beckham that love only leads to grief. Although he needs to marry someday and produce an heir, for now he prefers a fun dalliance. A smile, a wink, a pretty compliment, and women tumble into his bed willingly—except for one irritatingly attractive sharp-tongued harpy named Lady Charlotte Talbot... -
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![Lady Luck and the Lyon by Chasity Bowlin]()
Lady Luck and the Lyon by Chasity Bowlin
Enter the world of the most notorious gambling den in London, where matches are made... unusually. Welcome to the world of THE LYON'S DEN: The Black Widow of Whitehall Connected World, where the underground of Regency London thrives... and loves.Kissing her had been a terrible miscalculation on his part... -
![Duke in a Box: Twelve Steamy Historical Holiday Novellas by Kate Bateman, Amy Rose Bennett]()
Duke in a Box: Twelve Steamy Historical Holiday Novellas by Kate Bateman, Amy Rose Bennett
Twelve novellas from your favorite historical romance authors featuring never-before-published steamy holiday stories. Don’t miss this limited time collection—on sale only from November 1-December 31, 2022...Categorized as:
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![The Notorious Lord Sin by Tamara Gill]()
The Notorious Lord Sin by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsLove might be the only luxury she can’t afford…Paris Smith remembers the days when she was penniless all too well. The pain of being deemed unsuitable for marriage by her first love never truly faded. Now, she’s a widowed Countess with more money than she could ever spend, and the man who nearly destroyed her wants a second chance... -
![Jilted in January by Cara Maxwell]()
Jilted in January by Cara Maxwell
No. Absolutely not. Persephone Cuthbert would rather walk over hot coals than say one word to the man who broke her heart—let alone help him. The author of The Rake Review may have declared him the most marriageable man in London, but Persephone knows the truth. Edward Johns is the cold-hearted bastard who broke her heart... -
![A Proper Façade by Esther Hatch]()
A Proper Façade by Esther Hatch
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsMercy Rothschild has always been granted an unusually long tether by her parents, who have never pushed her to marry until she’s ready. She assumes that when the right man comes along, she will marry for love. However, even her long-suffering parents have their limits. As she embarks on her third Season, they begin to pressure her to find a match... -
![Empowered by the Earl by Alexa Aston]()
Empowered by the Earl by Alexa Aston
First sons inherit all. Third sons are promised to the church. Second sons do their duty and serve in the military—unless fate intervenes and turns their lives upside down...Categorized as:
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![Sarah by Scarlett Scott]()
Sarah by Scarlett Scott
An alternative cover edition for this ASIN can be found here.A deliciously wicked gothic Regency romance from USA Today Bestselling author Scarlett Scott...Haunted by betrayal and the tragic death of her sister, Lady Sarah Bolingbroke seeks vengeance against the man she holds responsible for both. But the Earl of Markham is equally plagued by the events that cost him the woman he loved... -
![The Duke's Privateer by Amy Jarecki]()
The Duke's Privateer by Amy Jarecki
Rated: 4.32 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen it comes to women, the Duke of Danby is an audacious rake, but when it comes to ridding the kingdom of smugglers, he’s leading the charge. The Prince Regent has bankrupted the country more than once, and Danby isn’t about to go down with a sinking ship... -
![Duke of Renown by Alexa Aston]()
Duke of Renown by Alexa Aston
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWho doesn’t love a duke? How about five of them?Welcome to bestselling author Alexa Aston’s new Regency romance series, the Dukes of Distinction! These five aristocrats all come with nicknames Polite Society has bestowed upon them. Renown. Charm. Disrepute. Arrogance. Honor.A woman with a broken heart...A soldier who never dreamed he’d become a duke..Categorized as:
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![Along Came a Lady by Christi Caldwell]()
Along Came a Lady by Christi Caldwell
The brooding, illegitimate son of a duke meets his match in the determined woman hired to transform him into a gentleman from USA Today bestselling author Christi Caldwell—perfect for fans of Bridgerton.Rafe Audley lives to thwart his father, the Duke of Bentley...Categorized as:
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![Daring Done Right by Charlie Lane]()
Daring Done Right by Charlie Lane
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsIn this enemies-to-lovers Regency romance by USA Today bestselling author Charlie Lane, a lady who dares too much and a brute who dares too little engage in a battle of wits. Lady Sarah Hampton would rather sew up a wound than tend to her own heart. Or matrimonial prospects... -
![Wedded to the Wicked Highlander: A Medieval Historical Romance Novel by Lydia Kendall]()
Wedded to the Wicked Highlander: A Medieval Historical Romance Novel by Lydia Kendall
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratings“It will take more than an army of men to keep me from her.”Lady Mary Underwood is shipped off to marry a notorious Laird, right after the death of her cruel husband. But she is tired of others deciding for her life, so she vows to make his life hell, in hopes he might send her away…She never expected him to enjoy her shenanigans. Or that he would be so devilishly handsome...Categorized as:
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![Miss Flibbertigibbet and The Barbarian by Stephanie Laurens]()
Miss Flibbertigibbet and The Barbarian by Stephanie Laurens
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings#1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens returns with a story of two people thrown together on a journey of discovery that defines what each most want of life, love, and family.A gentleman wishing to buy a fabulous horse and a lady set on protecting her family find common ground while pursuing a thief who upends both of their plans... -
![The Viscount Takes a Bride: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Violet Hamers]()
The Viscount Takes a Bride: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Violet Hamers
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“Was compromising me part of your plan so I have no choice but to accept your offer?”The Viscount of Saxton killed her brother. That much is certain amongst Margaret’s family. And now he has the audacity to blackmail them in exchange for her hand in marriage!Seth is a man of few words. And as the Viscount of Saxton, he is used to getting his way... -
![Daring the Duke of Marble: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Daphne Byrne]()
Daring the Duke of Marble: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Daphne Byrne
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“The man of marble begins to crack. I suppose he is human, after all.”Lady Elaine Cobber, a sworn spinster, gets into regular spats with the Duke of Carterville. And the worst thing is that his carefully curated mask of indifference never cracks. So, her friends wager Elaine to make the Duke show five emotions: Anger, Disgust, Jealousy, Happiness and Sadness... -
![A Duke’s Promise: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Sally Vixen]()
A Duke’s Promise: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Sally Vixen
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“You will call me by my name, and you will not curtsy to me.”Lady Isabella absolutely loathes rakes. And the Duke of Sutterton, the man she accidentally finds herself on top of, is the most wicked of them all. She might have no choice but to marry him, but she is determined to stay away from him. Until his lips touch hers, and she finds herself unable to resist him.. -
![Defying the Earl by Erica Ridley]()
Defying the Earl by Erica Ridley
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEnjoy a fun, flirty guardian-and-ward forced proximity romp from a New York Times bestselling author!Miss Matilda Dodd refuses to be any man’s property. She’s a month shy of her majority, and cannot wait to live life on her own terms. Rather than meet her unwanted new guardian as instructed, she attends a ball and comes kiss-to-kiss with an adorably befuddled handsome lord instead... -
![The Beastly Duke’s Bride: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Violet Hamers]()
The Beastly Duke’s Bride: A Historical Regency Romance Novel by Violet Hamers
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“I would do anything to save my father, Your Grace. Just…be gentle with me.”No one hates the Duke of Hillow more than he hates himself. After being humiliated about his war disfigurement and losing everyone he loved, he doesn’t dare show his face outside anymore. Not without his mask on.Edwina was never supposed to be a part of the ton... -
![Lies like Rubies, Part Two by Poppy Jacobson]()
Lies like Rubies, Part Two by Poppy Jacobson
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe deal was simple--protect my daughter in exchange for my body. But this city turned their promises into lies.My entire life, I've been nothing more than a perfect mafia princess, a pawn for men to further their ambitions. Three men whispered sweet nothings to me and swore they'd stop at nothing to keep me and my daughter safe. But when the worst happened, no one was there to save me but myself...Categorized as:
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![His Family Objects by Lucy Marin]()
His Family Objects by Lucy Marin
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsYou will find me here, patiently awaiting you.AFTER THEIR UNEXPECTED MEETING AT PEMBERLEY, Elizabeth Bennet believes that she and Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy have been afforded a second chance at love. Even with the news of Lydia Bennet’s elopement with George Wickham could surely only delay their happily ever after... -
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![A Shared History: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Abigail Sheffield]()
A Shared History: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Abigail Sheffield
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe idea of her paled in comparison to the actuality of her, and his love for the woman he had always held dear was reaffirmed. ELIZABETH BENNET HAS A one fateful spring in Rosings Park in Kent, she met and fell in love with Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy. Their connexion was nearly instantaneous and sweet but ended abruptly and disastrously... -
![The Belle of Winchester by Christina Dudley]()
The Belle of Winchester by Christina Dudley
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThe only thing standing in the way of her winning Mr. Wright was Mr. Entirely Wrong.Out of all the swains she collected, Miss Lily Ellsworth knew Mr. Gilbert Wright was the one she would choose in the end. Rich, well-connected, dashing, daring, he was exactly the sort of man to turn heads, even if he hadn’t much of one himself... -
![Missing by Tammy Andresen]()
Missing by Tammy Andresen
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsLady Rebecca has seen a ghost…Three years after the death of her fiancé, the Marquess of Northhampton, she swears she sees him walking down the street. Why now? She can’t afford to lose her mental faculties after all this time. But then again at his father’s funeral, she sees his specter. That can’t be him under the trees...Categorized as:
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![The Scoundrel of Drury Lane by Lauren Smith]()
The Scoundrel of Drury Lane by Lauren Smith
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings(Alternate cover edition of ASIN B0C6NV63FJ.) He was falsely accused and sentenced to die... At nineteen, Christopher "Kit" Hollingsworth is spared the noose but sentenced to serve seven years in Australia as a convict. The men who betrayed him have plans to make sure he never returns to England. But Kit's strong will and thirst for vengeance ensure his survival... -
![A Token of Love: by Carrie Turansky]()
A Token of Love: by Carrie Turansky
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn 1885 London, Lillian Freemont embarks on a treacherous journey to reunite with her long-lost niece who was abandoned at the Foundling Hospital eight years ago. Fueled by her sister's plea and armed with the gold token that identifies her niece, Lillian teams up with investigative reporter Matthew McGivern to expose the grim reality of the shadowed streets of London...Categorized as:
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![Discovering Dahlia by Jennifer Moore]()
Discovering Dahlia by Jennifer Moore
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFollowing a painful public humiliation, Dahlia Lancaster was left heartbroken, friendless, and shunned by London Society. But rather than dwelling on the balls she’ll never attend, Dahlia has turned her attentions to her unconventional inheritance—a steamship company. After a year of work, she’s preparing to launch The Aurora, a luxury ocean liner that promises to revolutionize travel...
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