Liberated Ladies Series by Louise Allen

A marriage of inconvenience. For the buttoned-up duke! Bound by convention, William Calthorpe, Duke of Aylsham, is in search of a suitable bride to help raise his half siblings. Despite his methodical approach to finding such a lady, he stumbles—quite literally—into freethinking and rebellious bishop’s daughter Verity Wingate. And when they find themselves stranded overnight on a tiny island, compromising them completely , he knows exactly what he must do…... moreA marriage of inconvenience. For the buttoned-up duke! Bound by convention, William Calthorpe, Duke of Aylsham, is in search of a suitable bride to help raise his half siblings. Despite his methodical approach to finding such a lady, he stumbles—quite literally—into freethinking and rebellious bishop’s daughter Verity Wingate. And when they find themselves stranded overnight on a tiny island, compromising them completely , he knows exactly what he must do…. “A refreshingly different historical romance and one I’m happy to recommend”. — All About Romance on A Lady in Need of an Heir. “A marvellous comfort read . .. Romance how it should be written”. — Goodreads on A Lady in Need of an Heir. less

A compromising situation…. for an innocent lady! After fending off ruffians with her parasol and hauling a battered man into her carriage, Jane Newnham finds herself unwittingly compromised with enigmatic Ivo Merton, Earl of Kendall! Jane always intended to become an artist, not a wife, and now she has no choice but to become betrothed. They strike a bargain that means she can continue to paint, but Ivo has awakened another passion in her—to uncover his secrets…. Liberated Ladies... moreA compromising situation…. for an innocent lady! After fending off ruffians with her parasol and hauling a battered man into her carriage, Jane Newnham finds herself unwittingly compromised with enigmatic Ivo Merton, Earl of Kendall! Jane always intended to become an artist, not a wife, and now she has no choice but to become betrothed. They strike a bargain that means she can continue to paint, but Ivo has awakened another passion in her—to uncover his secrets…. Liberated Ladies. Unconventional heiresses…full of big ambitions! Least Likely to Marry a Duke. The Earl’s Marriage Bargain. Look out for the next book in the series, coming soon! “Ms. Allen is an excellent writer and does a beautiful job showing us what is in the hearts of her protagonists. ”. —All About Romance on Least Likely to Marry a Duke. “Ms. Allen is capable of creating terrific sexual tension between her heroes and heroines and is very skilled at developing a believable romance. ”. —All About Romance on Contracted as His Countess. less

A convenient marriage. No inconvenient emotions. Ross Vincent, Marquis of Cranford, with his scarred face and formidable disposition, knows he’s hardly a catch. But he needs a wife to take care of his motherless son. Shy, scholarly Prudence Scott seems ideal: she has no expectation of love or passion. She’ll care for his baby in return for the protection of his name. Yet seeing Prudence on their wedding day tests Ross’s willpower to not take his new wife to bed…... moreA convenient marriage. No inconvenient emotions. Ross Vincent, Marquis of Cranford, with his scarred face and formidable disposition, knows he’s hardly a catch. But he needs a wife to take care of his motherless son. Shy, scholarly Prudence Scott seems ideal: she has no expectation of love or passion. She’ll care for his baby in return for the protection of his name. Yet seeing Prudence on their wedding day tests Ross’s willpower to not take his new wife to bed…. From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Liberated Ladies. Unconventional heiresses…full of big ambitions! Book 1: Least Likely to Marry a Duke. Book 2: The Earl’s Marriage Bargain. Book 3: A Marquis in Want of a Wife. less

When an eligible earl. Meets a plain music teacher. .. Max Fenton, Earl of Burnham, needs someone to attend a house party with him to keep an eye on his willful, romantically inclined stepsister. Though he must have taken leave of his senses when he persuades his sister's prickly piano teacher, Miss Lucy Lambert, into the job! Especially when they are inadvertently compromised together. . moreWhen an eligible earl. Meets a plain music teacher. .. Max Fenton, Earl of Burnham, needs someone to attend a house party with him to keep an eye on his willful, romantically inclined stepsister. Though he must have taken leave of his senses when he persuades his sister's prickly piano teacher, Miss Lucy Lambert, into the job! Especially when they are inadvertently compromised together. .. and his only option is a much more permanent proposal! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Liberated Ladies. Book 1: Least Likely to Marry a Duke. Book 2: The Earl's Marriage Bargain. Book 3: A Marquis in Want of a Wife. Book 4: The Earl's Reluctant Proposal. less

An unconventional friendshipCould ruin their reputations…. Respecting each other’s desire for independence, Lord Henry Cary and writer Melissa Taverner enjoy an uncomplicated friendship. Henry finds her amusing, intelligent company, but she’s also an attractive woman, and he’s alarmed to find lust sneaking in… Having always viewed marriage as a cold matter of convenience, Henry dare not risk their friendship with a proposal... moreAn unconventional friendshipCould ruin their reputations…. Respecting each other’s desire for independence, Lord Henry Cary and writer Melissa Taverner enjoy an uncomplicated friendship. Henry finds her amusing, intelligent company, but she’s also an attractive woman, and he’s alarmed to find lust sneaking in… Having always viewed marriage as a cold matter of convenience, Henry dare not risk their friendship with a proposal. Yet when their closeness sparks rumors, he might not have a choice! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Liberated Ladies. Unconventional heiresses…full of big ambitions! Book 1: Least Likely to Marry a Duke. Book 2: The Earl's Marriage Bargain. Book 3: A Marquis in Want of a Wife. Book 4: The Earl's Reluctant Proposal. Book 5: A Proposal to Risk Their Friendship. less