The Swans of Paris Series by Giovanna Siniscalchi

Helene de Beaumont, a French émigrée in Regency London, is poised to become the star of Sir Walter Scott’s new ballet, La Sylphide. With flawless technique and a self-taught mastery of dancing en pointe, her dreams of ballet glory are finally within reach.But when she captures the attention of William Harcourt, the powerful and enigmatic Duke of Albemarle—known in political circles as the Silent Sovereign—everything changes... moreHelene de Beaumont, a French émigrée in Regency London, is poised to become the star of Sir Walter Scott’s new ballet, La Sylphide. With flawless technique and a self-taught mastery of dancing en pointe, her dreams of ballet glory are finally within reach.But when she captures the attention of William Harcourt, the powerful and enigmatic Duke of Albemarle—known in political circles as the Silent Sovereign—everything changes.He’s spent years haunted by the image of a sprite glimpsed only in restless dreams—graceful, untouchable, and maddeningly out of reach. Now she stands before him on stage: Helene. And the moment he sees her, he knows one thing with certainty—he must have her.As fascination turns to obsession, Helene is swept into a dangerous waltz of power, passion, and surrender. In a season glittering with promise and peril, she must choose between the life she’s fought for… or the man who could unravel it all with a single touch.A steamy historical romance with high stakes and heart. Perfect for lovers of forbidden romance, brooding dukes, and heroines who rise from the shadows to claim center stage. less

“Unabashedly romantic, sweeping, and full of heart. Perfect for fans of Julia Quinn, Lisa Kleypas, and Sarah MacLean.” —Book Shelfie ★★★★★ She believes in poetry, stardust, and happily-ever-afters.He believes in duty, black powder, and the chain of command.They have one summer to turn her into a lady—before he returns to war, and she’s matched with another.Celeste Dubois has lived life at the edge of the stage and the margins of society... more“Unabashedly romantic, sweeping, and full of heart. Perfect for fans of Julia Quinn, Lisa Kleypas, and Sarah MacLean.” —Book Shelfie ★★★★★ She believes in poetry, stardust, and happily-ever-afters.He believes in duty, black powder, and the chain of command.They have one summer to turn her into a lady—before he returns to war, and she’s matched with another.Celeste Dubois has lived life at the edge of the stage and the margins of society. But now that she’s an heiress, she dares to dream—not of balls or titles, but of falling in love. Real love. The kind revered by Shakespeare and whispered beneath the moonlight. She’s determined to find her perfect English prince… as long as she can keep her fluttering heart from panicking first.Alexander de Warenne, Earl of Hawkhurst, General of His Majesty’s cavalry, has no patience for frills, French nonsense, or feelings. Yet he owes her father a debt—and that means transforming the tulle-wrapped ballerina into a proper young lady before the Season ends. One summer. No distractions. No attachments.But Celeste is a whirlwind of innocence and wonder. She charms his household, unsettles his routines, and upends his well-defended heart with every sigh and smile. And the more she dreams of love, the more Hawk begins to dread the day he must give her to someone else. A poignant, playful Regency romance about opposites who weren’t supposed to fall in love—and what happens when they do. less

She is the most loyal woman in FranceHe is the most dishonorable man in England.Their love could end a war—or ignite one. When Mademoiselle Louise de Bonnechoix—Napoleon’s secret daughter—sets out from London to meet the father she has never known, she carries two things with a quiet resolve to earn his trust… and a vial of poison.Assigned to escort her is Rodrick de Montfort, a man whispered about in drawing rooms and war offices alike... moreShe is the most loyal woman in FranceHe is the most dishonorable man in England.Their love could end a war—or ignite one. When Mademoiselle Louise de Bonnechoix—Napoleon’s secret daughter—sets out from London to meet the father she has never known, she carries two things with a quiet resolve to earn his trust… and a vial of poison.Assigned to escort her is Rodrick de Montfort, a man whispered about in drawing rooms and war offices alike. A master of secrets, dishonor, and survival, Rodrick has lived his life in the shadows. But now, he’s offered one last mission that might restore his name. Charming, elusive, and far too observant, Rodrick is the last man she should trust. And yet, he may be the only one who sees the truth behind her careful smile.Neither knows the other’s true purpose.Neither expects to fall in love.But when their missions collide on the eve of Waterloo—amid swirling ballgowns and loaded pistols, they must each duty, or desire—vengeance, or mercy. Betrayal, or the only truth left worth fighting for. less