Those Very Bad Fairbanks Series by Alyssa Clarke

Meet the Fairbanks—a family struggling to adjust to becoming newly rich when they have been naughtily doing whatever they wanted their whole lives! This scandalous middle-class country family hadn’t expected their eldest sibling to inherit an Earldom and their grand aunt, who intends to transform their no good, dissolute reputations into models of propriety!Those Very Bad Fairbanks tell stories of a family as they navigate the intricate waters of the ton! Some will yearn for the excitement and... moreMeet the Fairbanks—a family struggling to adjust to becoming newly rich when they have been naughtily doing whatever they wanted their whole lives! This scandalous middle-class country family hadn’t expected their eldest sibling to inherit an Earldom and their grand aunt, who intends to transform their no good, dissolute reputations into models of propriety!Those Very Bad Fairbanks tell stories of a family as they navigate the intricate waters of the ton! Some will yearn for the excitement and wonder of tonnish life; others will be determined to stay true to their wild and scandalous life. But all will find love that will bring them to their knees!Colin Fairbanks, the newly minted Earl of Celdon, is in a quandary. The ‘Very Bad Fairbanks’ is a family of impetuous and effervescent spirits, between them creating a series of scandals before they even debuted in town. For the sake of his family, he must appear to fit in with the highest echelons of society. To do this, he needs a respectable wife.With each lesson in etiquette with his tutor, Miss Hermina Fernsby, Colin soon realizes perhaps his countess has been sitting right under his nose. But a spirited and unconventional Mina knows better than to risk her heart with a rogue and isn’t’ going to make it easy... less

Anything can happen in a battle for love …even a kidnapping.Miss Fanny Fairbanks lost her love in the war, and currently goes through life carefully, lest the ton discovers their love child. The last thing she expected was to encounter a gentleman that looked exactly like her lost love, Simon Gracely, at a ball! She is certain that it is he. Worse this gentleman acts as if he does not know her... moreAnything can happen in a battle for love …even a kidnapping.Miss Fanny Fairbanks lost her love in the war, and currently goes through life carefully, lest the ton discovers their love child. The last thing she expected was to encounter a gentleman that looked exactly like her lost love, Simon Gracely, at a ball! She is certain that it is he. Worse this gentleman acts as if he does not know her.Determined to uncover what is happening, Fanny hatches a daring kidnapping plan which sees her secreted away with the new Viscount Havisham at a cottage for several nights.She hopes to restore his memory and their love…or the courage to tell him goodbye. less

Miss Eleanor Fairbanks is the most sensible of all the sinful Fairbanks siblings until she has a chance meeting with the too handsome gambling den owner Lucien Glendevon. Ellie knows that her duty to her family should be more important than her own personal desires. The dowager countess has made it clear that she must help rebuild the family's reputation by making a respectable match... moreMiss Eleanor Fairbanks is the most sensible of all the sinful Fairbanks siblings until she has a chance meeting with the too handsome gambling den owner Lucien Glendevon. Ellie knows that her duty to her family should be more important than her own personal desires. The dowager countess has made it clear that she must help rebuild the family's reputation by making a respectable match.Ellie knows she should accept the very suitable offer of marriage from a charming younger son, rather than dream of a man deemed unsuitable by society. Yet with every chance encounter with Lucien and their scandalous stolen kisses, she finds herself courting impropriety with every step and falling dangerously in love with a man she would never be allowed to marry. less

Miss Elizabeth ‘Lizzy’ Fairbanks cannot forget a few abandoned moments with Rannulf Headley, the Duke of Ravenswood. Their romance had begun by accident until it ended when she discovered they were worlds apart.Now that her brother is the new Earl of Celdon, the very bad Fairbanks have been trying to behave themselves and fit into London society. Lizzy is determined not to be tempted by Rannulf, but the duke wants nothing more than to make her his... moreMiss Elizabeth ‘Lizzy’ Fairbanks cannot forget a few abandoned moments with Rannulf Headley, the Duke of Ravenswood. Their romance had begun by accident until it ended when she discovered they were worlds apart.Now that her brother is the new Earl of Celdon, the very bad Fairbanks have been trying to behave themselves and fit into London society. Lizzy is determined not to be tempted by Rannulf, but the duke wants nothing more than to make her his.However, Lizzy is torn between her desire for the duke and the knowledge that he could never make a lady with her reputation his duchess. Undeniably, the duke is a dangerous temptation Lizzy could not resist…until she realizes how perilous it is to her heart to have accepted his wicked bargain. less

Nicholas Fairbanks, younger brother of the newly minted Earl of Celdon, is shocked. And shocking one of the ‘very bad Fairbanks’ was a fairly difficult thing to achieve. Lady Cressida Winters, the auburn-haired beauty he had been obsessed with all season, daringly visits his lodgings and demands that he paints her... moreNicholas Fairbanks, younger brother of the newly minted Earl of Celdon, is shocked. And shocking one of the ‘very bad Fairbanks’ was a fairly difficult thing to achieve. Lady Cressida Winters, the auburn-haired beauty he had been obsessed with all season, daringly visits his lodgings and demands that he paints her. As an artist of some merit and rising fame, such a thing is not so alarming, except for how she wants to be painted…Lady Cressida refuses the match her parents are determined on, having discovered the real character of her former suitor, and is determined to show him what he has lost out on by sitting for a scandalous portrait. The last thing she expects is to be tempted by the notorious rake. Clearly, a match between the families would not be supported, and she should dismiss the attraction between them. If only he isn’t so wickedly irresistible… less

Miss Ester Fairbanks is in want of an adventure to offset the boredom of London society. So, when her cousin loses his estate at the Glendevons’ Gambling Den, she commits to stealing back the IOU. The last thing she expected was to run into the vile but astonishingly handsome club owner, Edmond Glendevon. To secure her escape, she daringly flirts, igniting a spark her heart had never known, starting a head-first tumble into a desperate, breathless passion to which no happy ending is guaranteed... moreMiss Ester Fairbanks is in want of an adventure to offset the boredom of London society. So, when her cousin loses his estate at the Glendevons’ Gambling Den, she commits to stealing back the IOU. The last thing she expected was to run into the vile but astonishingly handsome club owner, Edmond Glendevon. To secure her escape, she daringly flirts, igniting a spark her heart had never known, starting a head-first tumble into a desperate, breathless passion to which no happy ending is guaranteed.Edmond is focused on building success for his family and has no time for distractions, even if that maddening distraction comes in the form of a tempting hellion. Ester is not like any lady he knows—she far too sensually mischievous and daring. Knowing he has no intention to marry, Edmond is determined to resist her charms until he allows them to succumbs to a passion that could no longer be denied. less

Meet the Fairbanks— a family struggling to adjust to becoming newly rich when they have been naughtily doing whatever they wanted their whole lives! This scandalous middle-class country family hadn’t expected their eldest sibling to inherit an Earldom and their grand aunt who intends to transform their no good, dissolute reputations into models of propriety!Those Very Bad Fairbanks tell stories of a family as they navigate the intricate waters of the ton! Some will yearn for the excitement and... moreMeet the Fairbanks— a family struggling to adjust to becoming newly rich when they have been naughtily doing whatever they wanted their whole lives! This scandalous middle-class country family hadn’t expected their eldest sibling to inherit an Earldom and their grand aunt who intends to transform their no good, dissolute reputations into models of propriety!Those Very Bad Fairbanks tell stories of a family as they navigate the intricate waters of the ton! Some will yearn for the excitement and wonder of tonnish life; others will be determined to stay true to their wild and scandalous life. But all will find love that will bring them to their knees! Miss Emma Fairbanks is disenchanted with the ton and finds herself bored with the frivolities of the season. Determined to ignore society’s demands that a young woman’s destiny was to become a wife, she hungers for something more. She finds it in the enigmatic and sensual arms of David Maitland, Viscount Barlow. Emma recklessly surrenders to passion but finds their encounter far riskier than she’d hoped, for she never anticipated wanting David in her heart…or that she might never hold a place in his. less

Opposites Attract, Older Brother Best Friend, Secret IdentityLady Persephone Blagrove owns a secret tendre for Mr. Richard Fairbanks, a man society has labeled a rogue. Often unnoticed and called a wallflower by the ton, she dares to break the bounds of propriety by writing an anonymous letter to him, sparking correspondences that lead to passionate and scandalous encounters. Despite knowing Mr... moreOpposites Attract, Older Brother Best Friend, Secret IdentityLady Persephone Blagrove owns a secret tendre for Mr. Richard Fairbanks, a man society has labeled a rogue. Often unnoticed and called a wallflower by the ton, she dares to break the bounds of propriety by writing an anonymous letter to him, sparking correspondences that lead to passionate and scandalous encounters. Despite knowing Mr. Fairbanks is a gentleman determined never to marry, Persephone finds herself increasingly drawn to him. Every wicked encounter is a gamble of the highest stakes, which may leave her in ruined shambles with a shattered heart. less

Snowed in Together, Forced proximity, One bed to share, Steamy Regency Romance.Margaret Fairbanks is devoted to her role in securing her children's place in the ton. She journeys from town to Penporth for the Christmas season. Little did she anticipate being trapped in a cottage with the enigmatic Mr. Grayson Rochester... moreSnowed in Together, Forced proximity, One bed to share, Steamy Regency Romance.Margaret Fairbanks is devoted to her role in securing her children's place in the ton. She journeys from town to Penporth for the Christmas season. Little did she anticipate being trapped in a cottage with the enigmatic Mr. Grayson Rochester.It starts with a kiss…As the chemistry between her and Grayson ignites, Maggie realizes that being snowed in with him could ruin her Christmas or be the most wonderful time of her life. less

Miss Penny Fairbanks had always stood out with her vibrant spirit and penchant for mischief. However, to support her infamous family’s attempts to find their place among the ton, she reluctantly agrees to adopt a more subdued demeanor, practicing decorum and modesty. Until a haughty viscount callously insults her sisters, igniting Penny’s ire and determination to see him humbled... moreMiss Penny Fairbanks had always stood out with her vibrant spirit and penchant for mischief. However, to support her infamous family’s attempts to find their place among the ton, she reluctantly agrees to adopt a more subdued demeanor, practicing decorum and modesty. Until a haughty viscount callously insults her sisters, igniting Penny’s ire and determination to see him humbled. Her new bringing down the arrogant viscount!Little does she know, her path is about to cross with the Duke of Shrewsbury, a man whose stunning good looks and irresistible charm are matched only by his reputation. When he unexpectedly decides to intervene in her quest for vengeance, Penny becomes locked in a captivating battle of wits with the duke, filled with thrilling, sensual encounters. Soon, Penny finds herself falling in love with a gentleman whose distinguished family may never accept her as worthy of becoming the Duchess of Shrewsbury. less

#ForbiddenLovers #Oppositeattracts Disenchanted with the ton, Miss Phoebe Fairbanks finds herself irresistibly drawn to the enigmatic Gabriel Stanton, the Duke of Desire and Sin, a notorious gambling den owner. In a daring move, Phoebe sneaks into his club and strikes an audacious bargain: she will perform as his violinist for ten nights, helping him outshine a rival establishment. Phoebe did not anticipate the magnetic pull of Gabriel’s dangerous charm... more#ForbiddenLovers #Oppositeattracts Disenchanted with the ton, Miss Phoebe Fairbanks finds herself irresistibly drawn to the enigmatic Gabriel Stanton, the Duke of Desire and Sin, a notorious gambling den owner. In a daring move, Phoebe sneaks into his club and strikes an audacious bargain: she will perform as his violinist for ten nights, helping him outshine a rival establishment. Phoebe did not anticipate the magnetic pull of Gabriel’s dangerous charm. Each secret encounter intensifies their connection, making it increasingly difficult for her to resist the allure of starting a forbidden affair. As the season progresses, walking away from Gabriel becomes an unimaginable risk, leading Phoebe to wager her heart in the most perilous gamble of all… less

This is the final story in the Fairbanks family saga! Featuring Miss Julia Fairbanks and the Earl of Ashton!

The last thing Miss Caroline Fairbanks expected when she stole a wooden rocking horse from Daniel, the cold and arrogant Earl of Walcott, was that he would show up at her family gathering in Penporth.She should despise him—his aloof nature, his sharp words—but from the moment they cross paths again, the attraction between them crackles like fire. Daniel is temptation itself, a man who makes her heart race and her pulse stutter with every heated glance, every stolen touch... moreThe last thing Miss Caroline Fairbanks expected when she stole a wooden rocking horse from Daniel, the cold and arrogant Earl of Walcott, was that he would show up at her family gathering in Penporth.She should despise him—his aloof nature, his sharp words—but from the moment they cross paths again, the attraction between them crackles like fire. Daniel is temptation itself, a man who makes her heart race and her pulse stutter with every heated glance, every stolen touch.But he is also a man who makes no promises. A man who does not believe in love.Even as she falls deeper under his wicked spell, Caroline knows surrendering to him may lead to heartbreak. Yet resisting him is impossible. So, she does the unthinkable—she indulges in a scandalous night in his arms, knowing he can never be hers. less