The Gryphon Series by Gail Whitiker

From reserved gentleman to society's darling Laurence Bretton has been the talk of the Ton since the shock announcement that he is the celebrated playwright Valentine Lawe. Keeping up the charade for his sisters' sake isn't a problem—that is, until he lays eyes on Lady Joanna Northrup.… Since her father inherited his title, Joanna is no longer free to marry for love... moreFrom reserved gentleman to society's darling Laurence Bretton has been the talk of the Ton since the shock announcement that he is the celebrated playwright Valentine Lawe. Keeping up the charade for his sisters' sake isn't a problem—that is, until he lays eyes on Lady Joanna Northrup.… Since her father inherited his title, Joanna is no longer free to marry for love. Now she must choose a wealthy, titled husband—and soon! Regretfully, this doesn't include the dashing Laurence—and certainly not his flamboyant alter ego. But the twinkle in his eyes tells her there's so much more to this man. If only he can pen a happy ending for them both.… less

"I am not an angel: only a fallen woman forced to turn to the stage." In the eyes of society, famous actress Catherine Jones is the virginal Angel of London. Her spotless reputation is essential if she's ever to get her son back from his overbearing grandparents. But her secret desire for the dashing Lord Valbourg could threaten to destroy everything she's worked so hard for…. The moment he hears Catherine sing, Valbourg is intoxicated... more"I am not an angel: only a fallen woman forced to turn to the stage." In the eyes of society, famous actress Catherine Jones is the virginal Angel of London. Her spotless reputation is essential if she's ever to get her son back from his overbearing grandparents. But her secret desire for the dashing Lord Valbourg could threaten to destroy everything she's worked so hard for…. The moment he hears Catherine sing, Valbourg is intoxicated. As guardian for his newly orphaned nephew, a dalliance with an actress is out of the question. With so much at risk, can these two burdened hearts find happiness in each other's arms? less