Holiday Pleasures Series by Theresa Romain

A lighthearted Regency friends-to-lovers tale full of family, the delights of the London season, and an unbelievable number of biscuits.James, Viscount Matheson, would do anything to help his disgraced relatives through a scandal—even take a proper bride. But his fiancée of convenience, Louisa Oliver, won’t set a wedding date, and the beau monde keeps gossiping. James enlists the help of Louisa’s beloved stepsister, Julia Herington, to push his suit forward... moreA lighthearted Regency friends-to-lovers tale full of family, the delights of the London season, and an unbelievable number of biscuits.James, Viscount Matheson, would do anything to help his disgraced relatives through a scandal—even take a proper bride. But his fiancée of convenience, Louisa Oliver, won’t set a wedding date, and the beau monde keeps gossiping. James enlists the help of Louisa’s beloved stepsister, Julia Herington, to push his suit forward.If James is the head of his family, Julia is the heart of hers. She tackles problems large and small with enthusiasm, and she’s quite sure she can help the charming viscount transform his troubled betrothal into a love match. Through renovations at a tumbledown country home, innumerable biscuits, and a family Christmas, James and Julia’s alliance soon turns into friendship. And maybe more…As the London season draws near, both are falling for someone they’re forbidden to pursue. With reputations at stake, will James and Julia protect those they love…or tempt a scandal that just might end in happily-ever-after?This book was previously published as SEASON FOR TEMPTATION. less

Honor Among RoguesAlexander Edgeware, Lord Xavier, has quite a reputation—for daring, wagering, and wickedness in all its delightful forms. But the wager before him is hardly his preferred sport: Xavier must persuade a proper young lady to attend his famously naughty Christmas house party—and stay the full, ruinous two weeks. Worse, the lady is Louisa Oliver, a doe-eyed bookworm Xavier finds quite charming... moreHonor Among RoguesAlexander Edgeware, Lord Xavier, has quite a reputation—for daring, wagering, and wickedness in all its delightful forms. But the wager before him is hardly his preferred sport: Xavier must persuade a proper young lady to attend his famously naughty Christmas house party—and stay the full, ruinous two weeks. Worse, the lady is Louisa Oliver, a doe-eyed bookworm Xavier finds quite charming. Yet to refuse the challenge is impossible—he will simply have to appoint himself Miss Oliver’s protector…Mischief Among MissesLouisa knows her chance for a husband has passed. But she has no desire to retire into spinsterhood without enjoying a few grand adventures first. When Lord Xavier’s invitation arrives, Louisa is more intrigued than insulted. And once inside the rogues’ gallery, she just may have a thing or two to teach her gentlemen friends about daring…Previously published as Season for Surrender. less

He needs a wife. She needs an escape. Theirs would be the perfect marriage of convenience—if she didn’t love him… Jane Tindall has loved Edmund, Lord Kirkpatrick, as long as she can remember. And Jane remembers everything, from cards played to the wisest chess moves. But her wiliness fails her when she gambles against a cheat, losing a fortune along with a chance to begin a new life. Enter Edmund, in desperate need of a wife and heir due to a threat from the past... moreHe needs a wife. She needs an escape. Theirs would be the perfect marriage of convenience—if she didn’t love him… Jane Tindall has loved Edmund, Lord Kirkpatrick, as long as she can remember. And Jane remembers everything, from cards played to the wisest chess moves. But her wiliness fails her when she gambles against a cheat, losing a fortune along with a chance to begin a new life. Enter Edmund, in desperate need of a wife and heir due to a threat from the past. He proposes a bargain to Jane: he’ll cover her debts if she’ll marry him. She’s like a younger sister to his best friend, and he expects they’ll have a pleasant life together, because…well, he’s pleasant to everyone, hiding secrets and wounds under determined kindness. But Jane won’t be satisfied with less than his whole heart—and her attempts to win it shake up everything Edmund thought he wanted. As they confront his troubled past together, all Jane’s daring and all Edmund’s care won’t be enough to protect them—unless their marriage of convenience becomes a true love match at last. This book was previously published as SEASON FOR SCANDAL. less

One rascally American. One disgraced earl’s daughter. Eight dogs, a mysterious puzzle box, a fortune in lost jewels … and a partridge in a pear tree.A rogue with a strong sense of duty, Giles Rutherford has accompanied his father from America on a search for long-lost gems. If found, these jewels would allow the family to start a new life in Regency London—a fresh start Giles isn’t sure he deserves, as he hides a worrisome secret... moreOne rascally American. One disgraced earl’s daughter. Eight dogs, a mysterious puzzle box, a fortune in lost jewels … and a partridge in a pear tree.A rogue with a strong sense of duty, Giles Rutherford has accompanied his father from America on a search for long-lost gems. If found, these jewels would allow the family to start a new life in Regency London—a fresh start Giles isn’t sure he deserves, as he hides a worrisome secret.Their quest through the wintry villages of northern England is complicated when they rescue Lady Audrina Bradleigh—the youngest and most rebellious daughter of an earl—from the threat of ruin. To save her reputation, Audrina joins the well-chaperoned Rutherford treasure hunt. As Christmas draws near, she and Giles collect a found family of fellow treasure-seekers…and discover the unexpected promise of romance.As clues unfold, Giles and Audrina will be led toward a love they never expected. But even if they crack every code, they can’t puzzle out how a troubled American and a scandalous aristocrat could ever live happily-ever-after…This book was previously published as SEASON FOR DESIRE. less

“Theresa Romain’s stories [are] full of lovely prose and endearing characters who readers can take to their hearts.”—RT Book ReviewsIn true Regency style, four spirited women find their way to their heart’s deepest desires amidst the glitter and whirl of the Christmas season . . .   First there is Julia Herington, impetuous—and irresistible. Brilliant but shy, Louisa Oliver seems destined for spinsterhood until she finds herself the subject of a scandalous bet—and turns it to romantic advantage... more“Theresa Romain’s stories [are] full of lovely prose and endearing characters who readers can take to their hearts.”—RT Book ReviewsIn true Regency style, four spirited women find their way to their heart’s deepest desires amidst the glitter and whirl of the Christmas season . . .   First there is Julia Herington, impetuous—and irresistible. Brilliant but shy, Louisa Oliver seems destined for spinsterhood until she finds herself the subject of a scandalous bet—and turns it to romantic advantage. And then there is Jane Tindall, a talent for deception her greatest treasure. Her daring taste for gambling draws her into a marriage of convenience that just might lead to love. Lady Audrina Bradleigh is expected to lead fashion and behave with propriety. But as she discovers on the wintry roads of Yorkshire, she is heedless of society’s proper rules when it comes to her heart’s desires. And only one season can twist all their strands of fate into a perfect gift to last a lifetime . . .   Praise for Theresa Romain and her Holiday Pleasures     “Theresa Romain writes witty, gorgeous, and deeply emotional historical romance.” —Vanessa Kelly, one of Booklist’s “new stars of historical romance”     “Theresa Romain has a talent, a rare ability to blend beautiful writing, great characters, delicious banter and a lovely romance, all in one perfect package.” —TBQ’s Book Palace     “If you’re looking for a sparkling, witty Regency romance that will have you laughing with joy and sighing with satisfaction, look no further than Theresa Romain’s Season for Temptation.” —The Romance Dish     “A holiday charmer that is rife with lively wit, delightful prose, and an abundance of unforgettable characters.” —Library Journal on Season for Surrender     “This third book in Theresa Romain's aptly named Holiday Pleasures series is both playful and profound, and has a subtle, stirring power that will affect you long after you've read the final page.” —USA Today’s Happy Ever After blog on Season for Scandal less