Lord Trilogy Series by Sabrina Jeffries, Deborah Martin

THE PIRATE. American pirate captain Gideon Horn got his nickname The Pirate Lord by plundering British lords. But when he and his crew discover a hidden island paradise, they dream of abandoning their lawless ways to build a peaceful colony. There's just one their utopia needs wives. So when a convict ship bound for New Zealand crosses their path, the pirates see the perfect solution and seize their brides-to-be. .. Miss Sarah Willis has other plans entirely... moreTHE PIRATE. American pirate captain Gideon Horn got his nickname The Pirate Lord by plundering British lords. But when he and his crew discover a hidden island paradise, they dream of abandoning their lawless ways to build a peaceful colony. There's just one their utopia needs wives. So when a convict ship bound for New Zealand crosses their path, the pirates see the perfect solution and seize their brides-to-be. .. Miss Sarah Willis has other plans entirely. The spirited reformer and earl's stepsister is traveling in disguise aboard the convict vessel, documenting the shameful treatment of transported women. Swept up in the pirates' scheme, she refuses to let these vulnerable souls become unwilling brides. Sarah strikes a bargain with the infamous Pirate give the women a fortnight to choose their own fates. He counters with one week. She stirs rebellion below deck. He silences her protests with searing kisses that leave them both breathless. But as secrets surface and danger threatens their island haven, Sarah and Gideon discover that the greatest treasure isn't gold or safety—it's a love passionate enough to transform even the most notorious pirate into a man worth surrendering to. .. less

Devastating Passion. Jordan Willis, the Earl of Blackmore, has played with the hearts of many a society belle- yet one stolen kiss impulsively planted on the soft, irresistible lips of the preacher's daughter, prim and proper Emily Fairchild, proves to be his undoing. Unable to forget her, he is more shaken than ever when he meets Lady Emma Campbell, an outrageously flirtatious debutante who is an uncanny double of the sweet Emily! Dangerous Charade... moreDevastating Passion. Jordan Willis, the Earl of Blackmore, has played with the hearts of many a society belle- yet one stolen kiss impulsively planted on the soft, irresistible lips of the preacher's daughter, prim and proper Emily Fairchild, proves to be his undoing. Unable to forget her, he is more shaken than ever when he meets Lady Emma Campbell, an outrageously flirtatious debutante who is an uncanny double of the sweet Emily! Dangerous Charade. Emily cannot reveal the reason for her scandalous masquerade- not even to the earl whose heated embrace awkwakens a sizzling passion. Her very life depends on convincing society that she is Lady Campbell, yet no disguise can hide her dangerous attraction to the earl. But does "Cinderella" care risk losing her handsome "prince" by revealing that she is just a country girl? less

Ian Lennard, Viscount St. Clair, is London's most eligible—and dangerous—bachelor. When notorious gossip columnist "Lord X" hints at his scandalous past and destroys his marriage prospects, Ian uses his skills as a former spy to hunt down the meddling scoundrel. To his shock, the sharp-witted Lord X proves to be Miss Felicity Taylor, a penniless gentleman's daughter who supports her four younger brothers... moreIan Lennard, Viscount St. Clair, is London's most eligible—and dangerous—bachelor. When notorious gossip columnist "Lord X" hints at his scandalous past and destroys his marriage prospects, Ian uses his skills as a former spy to hunt down the meddling scoundrel. To his shock, the sharp-witted Lord X proves to be Miss Felicity Taylor, a penniless gentleman's daughter who supports her four younger brothers. Felicity intended to protect her friend from a heartless rake, not send her eloping with a steward. Now she finds herself trapped on a moonlit balcony with the furious viscount demanding satisfaction. Ian's solution is as audacious as it is since Felicity cost him a bride, she can bloody well become one herself. But Ian never bargained for a woman who matches him wit for wit and kiss for scorching kiss. And Felicity discovers that beneath the viscount's dangerous reputation lies a man haunted by secrets that could destroy them both. In a battle where surrender means losing everything—including their hearts—only the most perilous gamble of all might win them a love worth any scandal. .. less