Romancing Intrigue Series by Laura Shipley

1854, EuropeA scarred spy and a headstrong informant on an adventure that could lead to heartache or happily ever after.Phillip Crestwood, a spy for Her Majesty’s top-secret defense network, has sworn to never trust a woman again. He volunteers for dangerous assignments, hoping to banish the demons from his past. His new mission is simple, bring an informant to France and help end the war. There’s only one problem, the informant is a woman... more1854, EuropeA scarred spy and a headstrong informant on an adventure that could lead to heartache or happily ever after.Phillip Crestwood, a spy for Her Majesty’s top-secret defense network, has sworn to never trust a woman again. He volunteers for dangerous assignments, hoping to banish the demons from his past. His new mission is simple, bring an informant to France and help end the war. There’s only one problem, the informant is a woman. Soon, her beguiling curves and sweet lips are a temptation he can no longer resist. Charlotte Bradley had been foolish to take on such a journey, but her sense of duty made her agree to deliver stolen information to the allies. Now she is traveling halfway across Europe with an arrogant, stubborn spy. It does not help that each time Phillip takes her in his arms she yearns for more. With time and Russian soldiers against them, they must work together to survive. After one night of passion, can Phillip and Charlotte find the love they swore to forsake, or will past secrets and pride keep them apart? This is the first in an exciting new series about a group of friends who are spies for England and France. Set during the period of the Crimean War, each man faces perils, both physically and emotionally. Although this is a standalone book, it is best enjoyed in order. Books contain mature material sure to steam up the windows. For readers 18+. less

Lady Emily was more than the object of his desire… she was also his greatest weakness.Lord Hugh Fitzsimmons was a skilled Army captain and spy for the Crown. He lived in the shadows, his life rife with dark secrets. His only light was Emily, the sister of his closest friend. He craved the taste of her lips, the touch of her soft skin… but Hugh refused to draw her into the depths of his dangerous world... moreLady Emily was more than the object of his desire… she was also his greatest weakness.Lord Hugh Fitzsimmons was a skilled Army captain and spy for the Crown. He lived in the shadows, his life rife with dark secrets. His only light was Emily, the sister of his closest friend. He craved the taste of her lips, the touch of her soft skin… but Hugh refused to draw her into the depths of his dangerous world.Lady Emily Norris had loved Hugh since before she could remember, but he had scorned her advances and pushed her away. She had left England to forget the roguish captain, but war brought them back together. Soon, their worlds collide and their love for each other threatens to erupt in an all-consuming passion they can no longer deny. Back in London, a killer is on the loose with a vendetta against Hugh. With each new victim, the murderer gets one step closer to discovering the Lord’s one true weakness… Emily. Can Hugh keep her safe long enough to admit his love, or will a killer seeking revenge shatter their future forever?This is the third book in an exciting new series about a group of friends who are spies for England and France. Set during the period of the Crimean War, each man faces perils, both physically and emotionally. Although this is a standalone book, it is best enjoyed in order. Books contain mature material sure to steam up the windows. For readers 18+. less

Louis de Coligny will be forced to choose between his desire for vengeance… or a second chance at love.Colette Dubois came from the streets, learning hard lessons surviving in the seedy underbelly of Paris. She told herself working for the criminal mastermind Le Renard, the Fox, was a necessary evil. But when an important meeting goes awry, Colette is forced to work with Louis, a dashing French agent, to lure the Fox from his den... moreLouis de Coligny will be forced to choose between his desire for vengeance… or a second chance at love.Colette Dubois came from the streets, learning hard lessons surviving in the seedy underbelly of Paris. She told herself working for the criminal mastermind Le Renard, the Fox, was a necessary evil. But when an important meeting goes awry, Colette is forced to work with Louis, a dashing French agent, to lure the Fox from his den.Louis de Coligny has relentlessly sought revenge for the murder of his wife. Born to a life of privilege among the Paris elite, Louis uses his status and wealth to spy on those who would do his country harm. Now he must make the ultimate gamble, working with Colette, a known associate of the Fox. She ignites feelings he thought long gone, and in his line of work, emotions could be deadly.Can Louis and Colette keep up the charade or will their growing attraction to one another triumph? With the stakes high and their hearts on the line, will the spies find love in each other’s arms or will secrets bring their world crashing down?This is the fourth book in an exciting new series about a group of friends who are spies for England and France. Set during the period of the Crimean War, each man faces perils, both physically and emotionally. Although this is a standalone book, it is best enjoyed read in order. Books contain mature material sure to steam up the windows. For readers 18+. less