A Bi-Curious Historical Romance Series by Anne Shaw, Dana Delamar

A bi-curious duke must marry an heiress before rumors of his scandalous past surface. London, 1865: The Duke of Belmonte must marry before rumors of his past life ruin any chance of making an advantageous match. When he meets Lady Katherine Smithson, more than her luscious body and sharp wit intrigue him. Like him, her birth and station afford her many liberties, but at a price... moreA bi-curious duke must marry an heiress before rumors of his scandalous past surface. London, 1865: The Duke of Belmonte must marry before rumors of his past life ruin any chance of making an advantageous match. When he meets Lady Katherine Smithson, more than her luscious body and sharp wit intrigue him. Like him, her birth and station afford her many liberties, but at a price. Lady Katherine Smithson had given up hope of finding a man liberal enough to tempt her into marriage until she meets Lord Belmonte. She doesn't question her decision to marry him until he reveals a shocking truth about himself: one that could ruin their lives. Belmonte is determined to leave his old life behind, but because of his past relationship with another man, he is unsure if his burning lust for his new bride will last. His resolve is sorely tested when his ex-lover comes to England to win back his affections. Will he give into temptation and risk everything to be with Dante? Or will his budding love for Katherine win out? Warning: This novella is intended for mature readers over 18 years of age. It contains a bi-curious sexy alpha male, and a sexually adventurous and plucky heroine. Please refrain from reading this novella if candid sexual scenes offend you. less

My name is Lord Sebastian and I am an unapologetic rake. I am always up for a lark, so when my best friend propositioned me, I decided to indulge him. After a tawdry night, I was torn about my feelings for him. I sought him out in the country only to get stuck in a snowstorm where I landed on the doorstep of the widow Roth, an eccentric woman that engaged my heart and my imagination. Torn between two lovers, I had to make a big decision. The vicar or the vixen?

An eccentric Earl hires an actor to help him seduce his wife. My name is Henry, Earl of Freemont and I am an eccentric. My inability to read people’s expressions makes it difficult for me to connect with strangers. When I met Charlotte , I knew she was the woman I wanted to marry. Unlike the other society ladies, she treated me like a man and not as an aberration. I was excited to start my new life with her, but our wedding night proved a disaster... moreAn eccentric Earl hires an actor to help him seduce his wife. My name is Henry, Earl of Freemont and I am an eccentric. My inability to read people’s expressions makes it difficult for me to connect with strangers. When I met Charlotte , I knew she was the woman I wanted to marry. Unlike the other society ladies, she treated me like a man and not as an aberration. I was excited to start my new life with her, but our wedding night proved a disaster. Determined to find a way to make things right between us, I hired Trick, an actor, to help me woo my wife. After the first time Trick kissed me, things became complicated. I still loved Charlotte and desired her like no other. But I desired Trick as well. less

My name is William Hillsboro, Marquis of Armstead, and my father has given me an ultimatum—either produce an heir with my wife Prudence—or divorce her. Faced with losing everything I held dear, I asked my friend Duncan to impregnate my wife. There was only one problem, convincing Prudence and Duncan to agree to my outrageous proposal.

Lord Parker must make a choice between his old love or his new wife.My name is Trick and I am an actor. When James, Lord Parker, the love of my life, went to California in search of gold, I was devastated. Two years later he was back in London with a wife on his arm. A singer with the voice of an angel, I was instantly smitten with Lady Winnie Parker. There was nothing stopping me and James from picking up where we left off, except my own reluctance to open old wounds... moreLord Parker must make a choice between his old love or his new wife.My name is Trick and I am an actor. When James, Lord Parker, the love of my life, went to California in search of gold, I was devastated. Two years later he was back in London with a wife on his arm. A singer with the voice of an angel, I was instantly smitten with Lady Winnie Parker. There was nothing stopping me and James from picking up where we left off, except my own reluctance to open old wounds. With Lady Winnie’s help, could James and I get back what we once had and heal our broken hearts? less

A Bi-Curious Historical Romance A new earl, an eccentric heiress, and a spirited gentleman who will bring them together… Miss Evelyn Diamond: While other girls played with dolls, I was fossil hunting. Although I was an heiress, my lifelong dream is to be a fossilist and gain admittance into the Britain Geographical Society. My parents, however thought my desire was frivolous and that I needed to find a titled gentleman to marry. With my many eccentricities, I was hardly the ideal wife... moreA Bi-Curious Historical Romance A new earl, an eccentric heiress, and a spirited gentleman who will bring them together… Miss Evelyn Diamond: While other girls played with dolls, I was fossil hunting. Although I was an heiress, my lifelong dream is to be a fossilist and gain admittance into the Britain Geographical Society. My parents, however thought my desire was frivolous and that I needed to find a titled gentleman to marry. With my many eccentricities, I was hardly the ideal wife. The only man who understood me was my friend Clayton, but his tastes ran in a different direction. Mr. David Clayton: Evie and I were soul mates in many ways and I loved her like no other. Stuck in the country to care for my elderly father, I depended on Evie to keep me sane. I ached to go back to London and resume my secret life, but alas, I couldn’t just yet. A chance encounter with the new Earl of Wellborn sparked an affair between us and my stay in the country suddenly turned interesting. Zachery, Earl of Wellborn: As a member of the Britain Geographical Society, I inherited a title and debilitated estates that needed an infusion of capital. I had always been curious to follow my attraction for other men and when I met Clayton, I knew I had to see where my attraction would lead. I was shocked when Lady Evelyn asked me to marry her but it made sense to say yes. When she asked Clayton to share our bed, I couldn’t say no. less

All three live by the rules of society, but they love by the rules of their heart.Prince Alexander–The moment I met Mr. Eliot Burnside, I was enamored. The bashful solicitor rushed off before I could get his address. Before he disappeared, he left me with a vital clue to his direction, Madam Caroline Devine.Madam Caroline Devine- After years of running a brothel, I wanted out, but society wasn’t forgiving of a woman like me... moreAll three live by the rules of society, but they love by the rules of their heart.Prince Alexander–The moment I met Mr. Eliot Burnside, I was enamored. The bashful solicitor rushed off before I could get his address. Before he disappeared, he left me with a vital clue to his direction, Madam Caroline Devine.Madam Caroline Devine- After years of running a brothel, I wanted out, but society wasn’t forgiving of a woman like me. When Prince Alexander appeared at my doorstep in search of Burnside, I didn’t know he'd help me realize my dream, but at a cost to my heart.Mr. Eliot Burnside- After my wife’s death, I yearned to pursue my forbidden passions. A chance meeting with Prince Alexander unlocked the key to my happiness, but it wasn’t without complications. With Caroline’s guidance, I fulfilled all my desires in a night of shared passions with her and Alexander. Was this a once in a lifetime experience, or is there much more than lust between us? less

Lord Grey Greyson, Viscount Greyson : My father was pressuring me to choose a suitable bride sooner rather than later. I wasn’t averse to the idea and wanted to find a sensible wife, one who would have no illusions about a love match. I could not promise her my heart because it belonged to Theodore, Marquess of Pelton, a man I had been in love with since the first time we kissed.Theodore, Marquess of Greyson was my best friend and lover but our desire for each other was forbidden... moreLord Grey Greyson, Viscount Greyson : My father was pressuring me to choose a suitable bride sooner rather than later. I wasn’t averse to the idea and wanted to find a sensible wife, one who would have no illusions about a love match. I could not promise her my heart because it belonged to Theodore, Marquess of Pelton, a man I had been in love with since the first time we kissed.Theodore, Marquess of Greyson was my best friend and lover but our desire for each other was forbidden. Both of us came to London to find a wife. Unlike Greyson, I had to contend with the Pelton legacy of marrying the season’s incomparable. Miss Zinnia Olander didn’t fit into the mold. I am ashamed to admit that I ignored my growing affection for her in lieu of courting her beautiful cousin. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t shake my feelings for her, or for Greyson.Miss Zinnia Olander : I carried a foolish infatuation for Pelton during my first season but he had eyes for one woman and it wasn’t me. After imbibing in too much champagne, I did the unthinkable and asked Lord Greyson to dance. The next thing I knew, we were engaged. My attraction to my fiancé was only eclipsed by my secret love for Pelton that I couldn’t seem to rid myself of.When I found out about an illicit affair between the friends, I had two choices. Either end my marriage to Greyson or explore an unconventional relationship with the two men I loved. less

Lord Kendrick, Duke of Alton —I was born a duke but my passion lies in clay and marble. Straddling two worlds, I have put my heart and soul into my art. After my spinster neighbor catches me in a compromising position with a male lover, Sir Colt Lawrence recommends I do the obvious, marry her or risk scandal.Sir Colt Lawrence —I have been enamored of Lord Kendrick since the moment I set eyes on him. As his personal secretary, I must hide my secret passion for him... moreLord Kendrick, Duke of Alton —I was born a duke but my passion lies in clay and marble. Straddling two worlds, I have put my heart and soul into my art. After my spinster neighbor catches me in a compromising position with a male lover, Sir Colt Lawrence recommends I do the obvious, marry her or risk scandal.Sir Colt Lawrence —I have been enamored of Lord Kendrick since the moment I set eyes on him. As his personal secretary, I must hide my secret passion for him. When he tells me of his dilemma with Lady Lillian, I boldly suggest he marry the lady to assure her silence.Lady Lillian Tapper —Bookish and awkward in my manner, my true talent lies in storytelling. I worked diligently on a gothic novel, only to have it turned down by twenty-nine publishers. Desperate, I find a publisher interested in my book, but with one catch. He wants me to write a libertine book full of sin and vice. I don't know how to begin, but my new fiancé can help.Despite Lady Lillian’s attempts to blackmail the duke, there is something about her that tugs at his heartstrings. Too soon, he isn’t only in love with Lillian, but Colt as well. less

Lady Amelia Brimley — I have always been in love with Oliver, Duke of Hayesford. My brother-in-law, Lord Noah Peterson, also holds a special place in my heart. After my sister’s tragic death, Noah and I became close. When Oliver proposes, I readily accept. On the eve of our wedding, I stumble upon Oliver and Noah in a compromising position. I should be appalled, and yet I am captivated by the sight.Lord Oliver, Duke of Hayesford — I asked for Amelia’s hand when I was six... moreLady Amelia Brimley — I have always been in love with Oliver, Duke of Hayesford. My brother-in-law, Lord Noah Peterson, also holds a special place in my heart. After my sister’s tragic death, Noah and I became close. When Oliver proposes, I readily accept. On the eve of our wedding, I stumble upon Oliver and Noah in a compromising position. I should be appalled, and yet I am captivated by the sight.Lord Oliver, Duke of Hayesford — I asked for Amelia’s hand when I was six. Our parents took me seriously and were pressuring me to marry her. She is my oldest and dearest friend. While I love Amelia, I am also in love with Noah. If that isn’t complicated enough, I have never successfully coupled with a woman. Noah knows of my shame and offers to assist me in consummating my marriage, but I have a sense Amelia might object to such an unorthodox tutor on her special night.Lord Noah Peterson — Burdened with guilt over my wife Sally’s death, I rebelled. I have always been curious about other men and have dipped my toes into those dark waters. Lord Oliver shares my proclivities, and we become lovers. My feelings for Amelia have grown over the years. However, I could never act on them. She is my sister-in-law. When Oliver and Amelia become engaged, I serve as their liaison. Their happiness becomes my happiness, but it comes with deep scars. Guilt over my wife’s death continues to plague me, and for penance, I call off our unusual arrangement, but my lovers have other ideas. less