The Corinthians Series Series by Patricia Oliver

When the fabulously rich and lovely Angela Walters wed Major Harry Davenport, the sixth earl of Castleton, they both knew the terms of the agreement: Angela would get the title her father wanted for her, while the good major would get the hard cash he so desperately lacked. Now, if only Angela could remember to listen to reason and not to her foolish heart. Original Regency Romance.

The Earl of Infamy Though Miss Cassandra Drayton was a sheltered vicar's daughter she knew enough of the world to have no illusions about the Earl of Mansfield. Handsome he might be--but he was arrogant, cynical, cold-hearted, and licentious as well. Cassandra had even fewer illusions about his marriage proposal that she was in no position to refuse. He was simply settling a debt of honor even he could not ignore. Cassandra had one comfort only... moreThe Earl of Infamy Though Miss Cassandra Drayton was a sheltered vicar's daughter she knew enough of the world to have no illusions about the Earl of Mansfield. Handsome he might be--but he was arrogant, cynical, cold-hearted, and licentious as well. Cassandra had even fewer illusions about his marriage proposal that she was in no position to refuse. He was simply settling a debt of honor even he could not ignore. Cassandra had one comfort only. Surely as unfashionable and inexperienced a young lady as she would not stir Mansfield's passions. Surely he would continue to take his pick of the most stunningly sensual sirens of the ton. Surely he would respect his pledge to leave her untouched. But Cassandra had no notion of how strong the earl's passions were--and how weak were her defenses.... less

The Lord of Lust Lady Sarah Stanton had all too good reason to despair of her future--and to fear for her virtue. Prudence and propriety were forcing the beautiful but impoverished young widow into wedlock with the repulsive Sir Edward Grimes. But the alternative was even worse. The dazzlingly handsome, totally heartless Lord Gresham offered everything except marriage if she would satisfy his hunger for her... moreThe Lord of Lust Lady Sarah Stanton had all too good reason to despair of her future--and to fear for her virtue. Prudence and propriety were forcing the beautiful but impoverished young widow into wedlock with the repulsive Sir Edward Grimes. But the alternative was even worse. The dazzlingly handsome, totally heartless Lord Gresham offered everything except marriage if she would satisfy his hunger for her. This infinitely resourceful, supremely skilled rake stalked Sarah as a tiger its prey... luring her into the luxurious London mansion that was his lair... enticing her into his arms ... devouring her will to resist with kisses as sweet as sin. She found herself fighting not only this man who would not take no for an answer but her own lips that ached to say yes.... less

An Immodest Proposal Lady Harriet Egerton had reason to be shocked when the devastatingly handsome Earl of Kimbalton, Giles Montague asked her to wed. He frankly admitted that love played no part in his proposal. All he wanted of her was the good sense to leave him free to pursue pleasure beyond the marriage bed. On the other hand, Harriet had good reason to say yes. The wealthy lord promised her the means to cultivate her passion for peace, quiet and horticultural perfection... moreAn Immodest Proposal Lady Harriet Egerton had reason to be shocked when the devastatingly handsome Earl of Kimbalton, Giles Montague asked her to wed. He frankly admitted that love played no part in his proposal. All he wanted of her was the good sense to leave him free to pursue pleasure beyond the marriage bed. On the other hand, Harriet had good reason to say yes. The wealthy lord promised her the means to cultivate her passion for peace, quiet and horticultural perfection. Even better, he assured her that she need not fear his amorous attentions. But could Harriet trust the pledge of a man who thought nothing of breaking a marriage vow? And even worse, once she was on the garden path of temptation, could she trust herself? less

Love or Honor? Lady Regina Heathercott, young, beautiful, and wealthy, could have any man she wanted. And no man had ever made her want him like the superbly handsome Captain Charles Swinburn. His stolen kisses stole her heart and left her aching to give him still more--when the upright figure of another man stepped between them... moreLove or Honor? Lady Regina Heathercott, young, beautiful, and wealthy, could have any man she wanted. And no man had ever made her want him like the superbly handsome Captain Charles Swinburn. His stolen kisses stole her heart and left her aching to give him still more--when the upright figure of another man stepped between them. Colonel Sir Richard Swinburn, Charles' arrogant elder brother, was as insultingly indifferent to Regina's charms as he was infuriatingly suspicious about Charles' intentions toward her. This icy officer offered her propriety in place of passion, honor instead of love. And soon Regina found herself being quickstepped to the altar with the wrong man for the wrong reasons. Now she feared that unless marriage held unsuspected surprises, the one she adored would make her break her wedding vows almost as soon as she made them.... less

Serena Millbanks, an innocent country miss, makes her way through the perils of Regency London's high society, where she is pursued by four rakes.

A beautiful young widow's affections become torn between the handsome young Peregrine Steele, who proposes marriage, and his equally attractive father, the Earl of St. Aubyn, who believes she is just out for money. Original."

A Notorious Rake It was to be Bath's most talked-about affaire de coeur. Bored by society, jaded by a life lived solely for pleasure, London's premier rake, Lord Robert Monroyal, decided to gamble on his heart. He wagered a breathtaking ten thousand pounds that he would never wed. A second bet followed, involving a lovely lightskirt he vowed to seduce within a week... moreA Notorious Rake It was to be Bath's most talked-about affaire de coeur. Bored by society, jaded by a life lived solely for pleasure, London's premier rake, Lord Robert Monroyal, decided to gamble on his heart. He wagered a breathtaking ten thousand pounds that he would never wed. A second bet followed, involving a lovely lightskirt he vowed to seduce within a week. AN INNOCENT LADY No one envisioned that prim, proper Pamela Hancock, on the shelf at five-and-twenty, would be Monroyal's downfall. Yet the lord, accidentally luring the wrong female to a rendezvous, was now forced to offer for a confirmed spinster's hand. He was aghast. She was simply appalled. A SCANDALOUS AFFAIR! Cupid's fun was just beginning. The lady wanted no husband; the gentleman wanted no wife. Yet fate had flung them together for a shocking misalliance -- and a frisson of feeling that couldn't -- or could it? -- be love. less

A widow returns to London and gets reacquainted with the man she left at the altar ten years earlier. Could this be a second chance for love-or a scheme for revenge?