London Ladies' League Series by Trisha Messmer

How can a newly minted duke escape title-seeking debutantes? Lie, of course!Lady Honoria Bell never recovered from her broken heart. Fending off suitors her marquess father forces in her path, she’s put aside hopes of marriage. However, word of a house party hosted by the new, eligible Duke of Burwood brings a renewed gleam to her father’s eye. But regardless of the new duke’s appeal, Honoria knows he won’t fill the void Drake Merrick left... moreHow can a newly minted duke escape title-seeking debutantes? Lie, of course!Lady Honoria Bell never recovered from her broken heart. Fending off suitors her marquess father forces in her path, she’s put aside hopes of marriage. However, word of a house party hosted by the new, eligible Duke of Burwood brings a renewed gleam to her father’s eye. But regardless of the new duke’s appeal, Honoria knows he won’t fill the void Drake Merrick left.If there’s one thing Drake Merrick knows, it’s that aristocratic women care more about a title than they do love. Losing the love of his life because he was a lowly groom proved it. So, when a twist of fate makes him the new Duke of Burwood, he’s determined to choose a bride who wants him—not his title.Switching places with his man of business seems like the perfect plan to test the affections of eager debutantes. Until it backfires the moment Honoria arrives, and he realizes his heart will always be irrevocably hers.But will his deception allow her to prove her love? Or will his lies destroy it? less

No woman can resist his charms. Enter the ice queen.Experience has taught Simon Beckham that love only leads to grief. Although he needs to marry someday and produce an heir, for now he prefers a fun dalliance. A smile, a wink, a pretty compliment, and women tumble into his bed willingly—except for one irritatingly attractive sharp-tongued harpy named Lady Charlotte Talbot... moreNo woman can resist his charms. Enter the ice queen.Experience has taught Simon Beckham that love only leads to grief. Although he needs to marry someday and produce an heir, for now he prefers a fun dalliance. A smile, a wink, a pretty compliment, and women tumble into his bed willingly—except for one irritatingly attractive sharp-tongued harpy named Lady Charlotte Talbot.Lady Charlotte Talbot does not suffer fools, particularly the buffoon Simon Beckham, with his handsome face and roguish grin. The man doesn’t have a serious bone in his all-too-tempting body. Although she has no intention of being leg-shackled to any man, when her brother attempts to foist an arranged marriage on her—to an abusive suitor no less—even that incorrigible rake Simon seems preferableAfter the two are discovered in a compromising situation, they strike an agreement. A marriage of convenience saving Charlotte’s reputation in exchange for providing Simon an heir. Love isn’t part of the bargain.But some deals are meant to be broken. less

He agreed to save her reputation. His heart wasn't part of the bargain.Victor Pratt may be heir to a viscountcy, but his heart belongs to canvas and color–not courtship. Dodging his mother's attempts to marry him off, he concocts a plan: a faux courtship with the one woman who needs his help as much as he needs a pleasant diversion.After a humiliating debut, Juliana Merrick, half-sister to a duke, finds herself the subject of whispered ridicule... moreHe agreed to save her reputation. His heart wasn't part of the bargain.Victor Pratt may be heir to a viscountcy, but his heart belongs to canvas and color–not courtship. Dodging his mother's attempts to marry him off, he concocts a plan: a faux courtship with the one woman who needs his help as much as he needs a pleasant diversion.After a humiliating debut, Juliana Merrick, half-sister to a duke, finds herself the subject of whispered ridicule. When Victor proposes his plan to restore her reputation, she reluctantly agrees–never expecting his kindness to upend both their lives.In a gesture of friendship, Juliana arranges a commission for Victor to paint portraits of her brother's family, hoping to help him gain the recognition his talent deserves. As brush meets canvas, their sham attachment begins to feel disconcertingly real.But Victor chases a ghost from his past, leaving Juliana to grapple with falling for a man who may never love her back . . . less