Deceit and Desire Series by Viola Morne

Lady Julia Sedlow has never forgotten her first love, Captain Gideon Arden – or the anguish she felt when he was ripped from her arms six years ago. When Gideon returns to London as a wealthy and titled man, Julia is torn by feelings old and new, remembering the ecstasy she found in his arms and the delicious pain of his discipline. But she has a secret. She gave birth to his child and never told him... moreLady Julia Sedlow has never forgotten her first love, Captain Gideon Arden – or the anguish she felt when he was ripped from her arms six years ago. When Gideon returns to London as a wealthy and titled man, Julia is torn by feelings old and new, remembering the ecstasy she found in his arms and the delicious pain of his discipline. But she has a secret. She gave birth to his child and never told him. Will he forgive her when he learns the truth? Gideon, now Colonel Lord Ashby, has achieved acclaim as a soldier and a man of honor, sworn to his duty. Seeing Julia reminds him of the disastrous romance that nearly ruined his life. He has sworn that no woman will ever hold such power over him again, even though he still wants Julia more than his next breath. Such a powerful love cannot be denied – no matter the consequences. Publisher’s Note: This lost love romance is intended for adults only. It contains elements of domestic discipline, power exchange and sensual scenes. If any of these offend you, please do not purchase. less

She’s everything he didn’t know he was missing in his life. When her husband dies under mysterious circumstances, Lady Rose Colby retreats to her childhood nursery, safe from the outside world. Everyone around her tells Rose they have her best interests at heart, but she can’t be sure they are telling her the truth. Especially her new guardian, Captain Harry Grey. He is dashing and handsome, with a reputation as a rake of the first order... moreShe’s everything he didn’t know he was missing in his life. When her husband dies under mysterious circumstances, Lady Rose Colby retreats to her childhood nursery, safe from the outside world. Everyone around her tells Rose they have her best interests at heart, but she can’t be sure they are telling her the truth. Especially her new guardian, Captain Harry Grey. He is dashing and handsome, with a reputation as a rake of the first order. But once she experiences his brand of discipline, Rose knows exactly what she wants – to be the captain’s little girl forever. There must be a way to make Harry fall in love and claim her as his own – if Rose only knew what it was… When Harry honors his friend’s final wishes and becomes guardian to his friend’s widowed sister, he had no idea what to expect. He is pleasantly surprised and quickly mesmerized by the beautiful young woman. He needs to make certain she will be cared for financially and emotionally when she inherits her family’s wealth. Even though he isn’t of her social standing, he can’t bring himself to stop the feelings he’s developing for her, or entertain the idea of another man becoming her husband. Publisher’s Note: This steamy historical romance contains elements of power exchange. less