Sullivan Series by Mary Balogh

When Julia's rich stepfather died, his legacy drew suitors to Julia like bees to honey. Yet for all the practical men who offered their hands, none could make her heart soar like Frederick, the reputed rake. Julia knows it's safer to be sensible, but how can she resist the rapturous desire she feels for Frederick? Original Regency Romance.

Miss Clara Danford had no illusions about Fredrick Sullivan. She knew that this magnificently handsome gentleman was a rake whose women were legion and whose gambling debts were staggering. she also knew why he wished to wed her. It was not for the beauty and grace she did not have, but for her fortune, which would rescue the dazzling wastrel from ruin... moreMiss Clara Danford had no illusions about Fredrick Sullivan. She knew that this magnificently handsome gentleman was a rake whose women were legion and whose gambling debts were staggering. she also knew why he wished to wed her. It was not for the beauty and grace she did not have, but for her fortune, which would rescue the dazzling wastrel from ruin. Should she refuse and lose her one chance to have such a splendid mate? Or should she accept a proposal made with lips that lied as skillfully as they kissed? One thing was sure. Clara might have no illusions to lose--but she would have to be careful not to lose her heart. .. .. . less

She had resisted scandalous seduction once before, but now Lady Harriet Wingham was wealthy, experienced, and widowed. Lord Tenby still wanted Harriet as his mistress, but she doubted that she could surrender her body without losing her heart. The author of The Precious Jewel and other novels and the winner of the Romantic Times Lifetime Achievement Award presents her newest Regency romance.