Rakes of Mayfair Series by Melinda Barron

Charlotte: I am known in society as the Virgin Widow. My husband died on our wedding day before our wedding night. My year of mourning is over and I’m ready to live my life again. I’m nervous about re-entering society – there is still talk that I may have had something to do with my husband’s death. At my first party, I meet Lord Essex. He’s handsome and makes me nervous as well, but why does he want to spend time with me? George: I’m Lord Essex and I’ve got my eye set on one woman... moreCharlotte: I am known in society as the Virgin Widow. My husband died on our wedding day before our wedding night. My year of mourning is over and I’m ready to live my life again. I’m nervous about re-entering society – there is still talk that I may have had something to do with my husband’s death. At my first party, I meet Lord Essex. He’s handsome and makes me nervous as well, but why does he want to spend time with me? George: I’m Lord Essex and I’ve got my eye set on one woman. A woman who needs my protection and help to clear her name. A woman who has just finished her year of mourning. She doesn’t know I’m determined to make her mine. She doesn’t know The Club I belong to, but she will. Her life is about to change, and so will mine. This is book one in The Rakes of Mayfair series. Come join the adventure as we meet the men of The Club. Publisher’s Note: This is a romance intended for adults only. It contains elements of mystery, danger, sensual scenes and the discipline of adult women. If any of these offend you, please do not purchase. less

Tristan: I am Lord Ellington, one of the founding members of The Rakes of Mayfair Club – a special club whose members are by invitation only. I’m enjoying my life; my daughter was recently married, and although I miss her mother, I’m content being a widower. I’m free to do as I please without being tied down – at least, that’s what I keep telling myself. I did believe it wholeheartedly until one evening I caught a burglar in my home... moreTristan: I am Lord Ellington, one of the founding members of The Rakes of Mayfair Club – a special club whose members are by invitation only. I’m enjoying my life; my daughter was recently married, and although I miss her mother, I’m content being a widower. I’m free to do as I please without being tied down – at least, that’s what I keep telling myself. I did believe it wholeheartedly until one evening I caught a burglar in my home. Not your typical burglar either; a stunning, feisty woman who intrigues me whether I want to admit it or not. Carin: I’m a seamstress’s assistant and life has not always been kind to me. I'm a widow with no family left, as my father, a well-known thief, was murdered. The police do not care who did it – but I do. In the process of following clues, I stumble across a handsome man who may just be more than I’m used to. He certainly has become part of my daydreams, but I’m not looking for a husband. I have a mystery to solve, and I keep reminding myself I don’t need assistance. This is the second title in The Rakes of Mayfair series. Come join the adventure as we meet the men of The Club. This book can be read as a standalone. less

The members of The Rakes of Mayfair Club have a problem: someone is blackmailing their single, female members. To help find the blackmailer, Club co-founder Lord Buxton turns to Alice Hamilton, widow of a famous London problem solver. Alice agrees to help Lord Buxton find the person who is causing him trouble. In return, she wants his help with a small problem of her own: she wants Buxton to bed her and hide the fact that her husband never did... moreThe members of The Rakes of Mayfair Club have a problem: someone is blackmailing their single, female members. To help find the blackmailer, Club co-founder Lord Buxton turns to Alice Hamilton, widow of a famous London problem solver. Alice agrees to help Lord Buxton find the person who is causing him trouble. In return, she wants his help with a small problem of her own: she wants Buxton to bed her and hide the fact that her husband never did. Alice sees the transaction as a simple business deal. But when The Rakes are involved, nothing is as simple as it seems. And Alice is about to become the newest member of The Club. This is the third title in The Rakes of Mayfair series. Come join the adventure as we meet the men of The Club. This book can be read as a standalone. Publisher’s Note: This historical romance contains elements of mystery, danger, sensual scenes and the discipline of adult women. If any of these offend you, please do not purchase. less

Gabriella Saunders wants to be a reporter. She’s biding her time at the London Sentinel, transcribing notes and doing correspondence, when she’s assigned to help the horrible John McNutt with an undercover investigation. The investigation stalls but Gabby decides to follow up on her own. Lord Fergus McIntyre finds Lady Essex’s friend intriguing. She’s beautiful and strong but needs a keeper. Her independence is admirable but not when she puts her life in danger... moreGabriella Saunders wants to be a reporter. She’s biding her time at the London Sentinel, transcribing notes and doing correspondence, when she’s assigned to help the horrible John McNutt with an undercover investigation. The investigation stalls but Gabby decides to follow up on her own. Lord Fergus McIntyre finds Lady Essex’s friend intriguing. She’s beautiful and strong but needs a keeper. Her independence is admirable but not when she puts her life in danger. She uncovers a large, dangerous crime ring, and is determined to get the story and expose them, so he steps up to keep her safe – by all means necessary. Their feelings grow, as does Gabby’s persistence and Fergus’ strong need to protect her. Gabby soon learns her actions have consequences and Fergus is man enough to follow through. This is book four in the Rakes of Mayfair series but can be read as a standalone. Publisher’s Note: This steamy historical romance includes elements of mystery, suspense, danger, and power exchange. less

The Duchess of Melbourne, known to her friends as Clarissa, has lived all her life in Bath. She lives in seclusion because her husband, Taylor, openly lives in London with his mistress, Lady Strauss. But when he dies Clarissa finds out many things, like the fact that Taylor gave his mistress many of Clarissa’s family heirlooms as gifts. In an effort to steal them back, she attends a house party, where she meets Andrew, Lord Beaton, who is very impressed with the young Duchess... moreThe Duchess of Melbourne, known to her friends as Clarissa, has lived all her life in Bath. She lives in seclusion because her husband, Taylor, openly lives in London with his mistress, Lady Strauss. But when he dies Clarissa finds out many things, like the fact that Taylor gave his mistress many of Clarissa’s family heirlooms as gifts. In an effort to steal them back, she attends a house party, where she meets Andrew, Lord Beaton, who is very impressed with the young Duchess. When Andrew first sets eyes on the young, beautiful widow, he is smitten. He makes a point of meeting and spending time with her. But when he finds her breaking into Lady Strauss’s room he decides that she needs a firm hand as well as his assistance. And who better to provide it than a member of the infamous Rakes of Mayfair? This is book five in the Rakes of Mayfair series, but can be enjoyed as a standalone. Publisher’s Note: This steamy Victorian romance features elements of mystery, suspense, danger, and power exchange. less

In this final adventure of The Rakes of Mayfair, the club’s last single member must help a brat become a lady again. Lady Belinda Strauss is a brat. She’s rude to all the women she meets and tries to seduce their husbands. When she tries to seduce a married member of the The Rakes Club, Lord Jonathan Barton knows that she’s gone too far. He steps in to make sure his friends are not hurt... moreIn this final adventure of The Rakes of Mayfair, the club’s last single member must help a brat become a lady again. Lady Belinda Strauss is a brat. She’s rude to all the women she meets and tries to seduce their husbands. When she tries to seduce a married member of the The Rakes Club, Lord Jonathan Barton knows that she’s gone too far. He steps in to make sure his friends are not hurt. Belinda doesn’t welcome his advances, particularly when he informs her that she is now his mistress, and he will correct her attitude with a firm hand. Jonathan knows that there’s a reason Belinda behaves the way she does, and he wants to get to the bottom of it. After a particularly horrifying remark he takes her to the country where he discovers her secret. He decides to help her win back her dignity and charm. But will he lose his heart in the process? This is book six in the Rakes of Mayfair series but can be enjoyed as a standalone. Publisher’s Note: This steamy Victorian romance contains elements of power exchange. less