Romances of Intrigue Series by Sally Forbes

Haunted by a tragic shipwreck and the ghosts of a friend he couldn't save, Charles, the reclusive Duke of Northwood, has built walls around his heart and his grand estate. But an invitation to a neighboring summer house party opens a gateway to the unexpected.Miss Lydia Waverly, radiant and kind-hearted, has always shone brightly. Yet, the loss of her cherished cousin two years ago cast a shadow over her light. This summer, an invitation to her best friend's house party promises a fresh start... moreHaunted by a tragic shipwreck and the ghosts of a friend he couldn't save, Charles, the reclusive Duke of Northwood, has built walls around his heart and his grand estate. But an invitation to a neighboring summer house party opens a gateway to the unexpected.Miss Lydia Waverly, radiant and kind-hearted, has always shone brightly. Yet, the loss of her cherished cousin two years ago cast a shadow over her light. This summer, an invitation to her best friend's house party promises a fresh start. Among the attendees is the enigmatic Duke of Northwood, a man whose secrets are entwined with her cousin’s final moments at sea.Charles Everard, the Duke of Northwood, bears the scars of a devastating shipwreck, both physical and emotional. The walls of Northwood once provided solace, but now they feel like chains. As the summer winds signal change, Lydia's presence at a summer house party in a neighboring estate captures his attention. Drawn to her with an intensity rivaling the tides that once nearly claimed him, her laughter, determination, and gentle intrusion into his solitude push him to face his demons.As the pair grow closer, bonding over their shared love for music and poetry, the shadows of Charles's past begin to encroach. The haunting memory of a friend he couldn't save, along with Lydia's silent ties to that tragic voyage, places their burgeoning relationship in peril. Can their love endure the heavy weight of past grief, or will it too fall prey to Charles's haunted past?"Enamored with a Scarred Duke" is a historical romance novel you will love. Full of twists and turns, no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a happily ever after. Around 60000 words. Also available with Kindle Unlimited! less

She painted beauty to hide her own scars, but his love revealed a masterpiece she never expected... Lady Temperance Greenwood is a woman trapped by expectations. Her disfiguring accident destroyed her debutante dreams, leaving her a social outcast confined to her aunt's seaside estate. With every brushstroke, she escapes the cruel whispers of society into vibrant worlds on canvas, yet her own aching heart remains untouched... moreShe painted beauty to hide her own scars, but his love revealed a masterpiece she never expected... Lady Temperance Greenwood is a woman trapped by expectations. Her disfiguring accident destroyed her debutante dreams, leaving her a social outcast confined to her aunt's seaside estate. With every brushstroke, she escapes the cruel whispers of society into vibrant worlds on canvas, yet her own aching heart remains untouched. Destiny takes an unexpected turn on the windswept cliffs – a fateful encounter that will irrevocably alter the course of her life.James Cartwright, the Earl of Calverton, is haunted by the weight of his family's decline and the guilt of choices beyond his control. Struggling to restore his earldom while preserving his honor, he has no room for distractions. Yet, on a windswept cliff, he encounters a solitary woman whose enigmatic beauty and quiet dignity stir something long-dormant in his soul.As passionate connection blossoms amidst canvases and storm-tossed shores, dark forces conspire to tear them apart. Scandal, manipulation, and the echoes of past tragedies threaten their fragile happiness. Can their love withstand the relentless onslaught and illuminate a path toward a future where scars are emblems of strength and shared passions paint a portrait of enduring devotion?"Enamored with a Brooding Earl" is a Regency historical romance novel full of twists and turns, no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a happily ever after—around 60000 words. Get your copy today to unlock Temperance's and James story.Also available with Kindle Unlimited! less

His reputation means everything to him; she is a bluestocking and is forbidden to let the ton know of her learning. Despite their best efforts love begins to bloom, but can they overcome their fears, or will what others think matter more than being together? Lady Sarah, daughter to the Earl of Harcastle, has always loved reading, learning all she can about every subject... moreHis reputation means everything to him; she is a bluestocking and is forbidden to let the ton know of her learning. Despite their best efforts love begins to bloom, but can they overcome their fears, or will what others think matter more than being together? Lady Sarah, daughter to the Earl of Harcastle, has always loved reading, learning all she can about every subject. When her parents discover that their youngest daughter is a bluestocking, they are horrified and immediately ban her from any further reading. Entering society, Sarah is lost in a world where her greatest passion must remain hidden.When a gentleman causes her an injury and then blames her for it, Sarah quickly resolves to teach the gentleman a lesson. With little mysteries offered to him in exchange for her silence over what he has done, Sarah begins to enjoy the little game she is playing… and the company of the gentleman himself.Matthew, the Marquess of Downfield, has always prided himself on his reputation. When he accidentally injures a young lady, she states that she will tell the ton about his actions unless he answers not one but four of her questions. Seeing that he has no other choice, Matthew reluctantly agrees, only to discover that this young lady is someone truly remarkable.When the truth about Lady Sarah’s bluestocking ways is revealed to him – and the consequences of what society will think should they discover it – Matthew must make a choice. Will he follow his heart and pursue the lady he has come to love? Or will his reputation and his standing in society pull him away from her for good?*If you like a realistic depiction of the Regency and Victorian era, then ''Enamored with the Bluestocking'' is the novel for you.An enchanting regency romance of 65,000 words, with no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a strong happily ever after.Get it today to discover Sarah's and Matthew's new story!Also Free with Kindle Unlimited. less