Mostly Trilogy Series by Lisa Manuel

Where there's a will . . . there's a wedding. When and why did he say "I do?" Lucas Holbrook, the Duke of Wakefield, cannot recall the marriage ceremony now that he has awakened to find sweet Charity, a fiery-haired beauty, nestled in his arms. The impertinent female insists she is his lawful wife—and that they have been together a twelvemonth... moreWhere there's a will . . . there's a wedding. When and why did he say "I do?" Lucas Holbrook, the Duke of Wakefield, cannot recall the marriage ceremony now that he has awakened to find sweet Charity, a fiery-haired beauty, nestled in his arms. The impertinent female insists she is his lawful wife—and that they have been together a twelvemonth. But he has no memory of the year gone by, in Scotland, far from his ancestral home and vast estates, after a shipwreck cast him ashore more dead than alive. Though Charity Fergusson's quick thinking and kindness saved his life, he must return to England—and the woman who waits for him there. But Charity conceives an ingenious plan to win him back. If all is fair in love and war, then silk and satin will be her armor. She will play the role of a fine lady and pay a visit to his grand relations under an assumed name—for she knows that the only home for her is by his side, whether it be in a castle or a cave. He is her husband . . . and the only man she will ever love. less

Scandals, secrets—and a suspicious new spouse . . . Widowed Tess Hardington's life is complicated enough without marriage. She has her sister's small daughter to raise, her own tarnished reputation to contend with, her greedy uncle's scheme to take control of her inheritance, and her scandalous secret work to continue. It's this last calling that she's most passionate about—but it's also the reason why she needs a new husband, and fast... moreScandals, secrets—and a suspicious new spouse . . . Widowed Tess Hardington's life is complicated enough without marriage. She has her sister's small daughter to raise, her own tarnished reputation to contend with, her greedy uncle's scheme to take control of her inheritance, and her scandalous secret work to continue. It's this last calling that she's most passionate about—but it's also the reason why she needs a new husband, and fast. Without a spouse, her uncle will take her money—and her venture will surely fail. Former army captain Charles Emerson is hardly a logical candidate— after all, Tess turned him down when they were little more than besotted children. But the lovely, young widow is desperate—and Charles finds himself, strangely enough, willing, if only to best Tess' loathsome uncle at his own game. The trouble is, marriage to Tess will not be the simple business arrangement it might be—not with her midnight excursions out of the house prickling his curiosity, and London's prostitutes falling victim to a vicious killer. Is Tess putting herself in harm's way? Unacceptable—especially when Charles realizes that what he feels for his spirited bride is real love, and no secret about it... less

To save her life, Eliza Kent dons the fine gowns and jewels of a great lady—but to her chagrin, her masquerade succeeds too well. Dylan Fergusson, an undeniably compelling man, offers her his assistance and escorts her to the home of his sister, a duchess. Eliza is sure that the duchess will notice her every mistake and discover her true identity before long. But Eliza cannot conceal her feelings—for she is falling in love with Dylan... moreTo save her life, Eliza Kent dons the fine gowns and jewels of a great lady—but to her chagrin, her masquerade succeeds too well. Dylan Fergusson, an undeniably compelling man, offers her his assistance and escorts her to the home of his sister, a duchess. Eliza is sure that the duchess will notice her every mistake and discover her true identity before long. But Eliza cannot conceal her feelings—for she is falling in love with Dylan. Every moment Dylan spends in Eliza's presence persuades him that he has found the very woman he has longed for all his life. Her aloofness intrigues him, but he cannot persuade her to come into his arms if she insists upon keeping her distance. Stealing a kiss may be impossible—until the lady says yes at last. less