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The Taming of a Scottish Princess (Hurst Amulet #4)
by Karen HawkinsNew York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins presents the final book in her sparkling Scottish Regency series, featuring Egyptologist Michael Hurst.Renowned Egyptologist Michael Hurst has no time for silliness such as parties and balls. He and his intrepid assistant, Miss Jane Smythe-Haughton, are on a hunt to unravel the mystery that has consumed his life--to find the long-lost Hurst Amulet. But when the chase takes them to Jane's birthplace, a place she'd sworn never to return, Michael realizes there's more than one mystery at play--especially when everyone treats Jane like a long-lost princess. They must put all secrets aside and work together to not only find the Hurst family treasure, but also stop the threats from Jane's past catching up to her once and for all.-own-good Michael Hurst. A PERILOUS PLEASURE Others are also searching for the missing amulet, however. Can Jane and Michael learn to trust each other in time to solve two riddles: the location of the Hurst Amulet, and the meaning of the vivid passion flaring between them?
The Taming of a Wild Child (The LaBlanc Sisters #2)
by Kimberly LangWaking up in a stranger's bed is not how socialite Lorelei LaBlanc planned on spending the morning after the night before.From now on...A) No more secret hookups with Donovan St. James-he's the last man on earth she'd want to share a room with, never mind a king-size bed.B) Maintain a professional persona at all times. After all, he's a hard-hitting journalist who's always on the lookout for the latest scoop...and she's perfect tabloid fodder.C) Keep friends close but enemies closer. Donovan may look like the ultimate poster boy but his intentions are anything but PG rated....Harlequin KISS has 4 new fun, flirty and sensual romance books available every month.
The Taming of Annabelle (The Six Sisters Series #2)
by M. C. Beaton&“The best of the Regency writers&”—and author of Minerva—continues her Six Sisters series with the story of the spirited Annabelle (Kirkus Reviews). Miss Annabelle Armitage was pea-green with envy. What a cruel world it was when her spinster of an older sister could enchant the dashing Lord Sylvester Comfrey! Annabelle&’s own passionate nature was surely better suited for such a one as Sylvester. Alas for Annabelle, Comfrey seemed to care for her not a jot. Determined to get a bit of her own back, even if it meant marrying another, Annabelle found Peter, Marquess of Brabington, a most attentive admirer. War hero though he might be, Peter was ill-prepared for his coming fight for Annabel&’s true love—and a battle it would be, winner take all . . . Praise for M. C. Beaton&’s novels &“A delightful tale . . . romance fans are in for a treat.&” —Booklist &“Nicely atmospheric, most notable for its gentle humor and adventurous spirit.&” —Publishers Weekly
The Taming of Annabelle (The Six Sisters Series #12)
by M.C. BeatonFrom the moment honey-tressed young Annabelle met her sister Minerva's intended, Lord Sylvester, she developed a secret passion for him that obsessed her. Now she was determined to take him away from Minerva - no matter what!But Annabelle hadn't reckoned on Lord Sylvester's best friend, Peter, who falls in love with her and decides to tame her growing passions towards the wrong man!
The Taming of Annabelle (The Six Sisters Series #15)
by M.C. BeatonFrom the moment honey-tressed young Annabelle met her sister Minerva's intended, Lord Sylvester, she developed a secret passion for him that obsessed her. Now she was determined to take him away from Minerva - no matter what!But Annabelle hadn't reckoned on Lord Sylvester's best friend, Peter, who falls in love with her and decides to tame her growing passions towards the wrong man!
The Taming of Annabelle (Six Sisters #2)
by Marion ChesneyAnnabelle, over-indulged and still very childish, smarting from jealousy of Minerva, finally gets her chance for a visit to Minerva's fiancé's home. She feels that she is right for him, that she loves him, and does not believe Minerva could possibly have the same romantic feelings that churn in her! She disgraces herself almost at once after her arrival by speaking Coachee, a form of slang (and has no idea what she is saying). The Duchess of Allsbury informs her she will write her father and tell him of her unacceptable behavior. Annabelle finds out in a shocking manner that Lord Sylvester does not love her, as she thought, convinced that her beauty would win anybody's approval. She decides to get revenge on Minerva by marrying the Marques of Brabington, thereby socially outranking her sister at all public occasions, and to insist on a double wedding so that she will outshine Minerva. This will also get her out of trouble with her family. Lord Peter Brabington succumbs. Despite qualms, Annabelle goes through with the marriage. When it goes sour on their wedding night, it is once again left to the vicar and his friend, Squire Radford, to straighten out the situation.
The Taming of Delaney Fortune (The Fortunes of Texas: Cowboy Country #4)
by Michelle MajorSEALING THEIR DEAL WITH A KISS... He's been in Horseback Hollow for only a couple of months, but sexy Cisco Mendoza has already made quite an impression! Little does anyone know his real reason for being here-a top secret deal that could shake the foundations of the small Texas town...and one important family... When Delaney Fortune Jones agrees to help Cisco win some hearts and minds, suddenly the tables turn-and the permanent playboy finds himself pining for the innocent cowgirl and her heart of gold. As business veers dangerously close to pleasure, Mr. Mendoza better hang on to his hat-the pint-size Delaney might just teach him a lesson in the art of falling in love...Fortune-style!
The Taming of Dr. Alex Draycott
by Joanna NeilThe Taming of Dr Alex Draycott A troublesome little niece and nephew to look after, a crumbling cottage to repair and a busy A&E to run gives Dr Alex Draycott plenty on her plate even before she meets the rebelliously charming Dr Callum Brooksby! Feisty Alex can handle a challenge but it seems Callum is out to tame her heart The Man Behind the Badge However hard citygirl and newdocintown Kayla Morgan tries, she cant resist being impressed by the horseriding, cattleherding, lawenforcing Tom Jamieson! But taking a bullet in the line of duty has made cop Tom rethink his work hard, party harder lifestyle will he ever let Kayla see the real man behind the badge?
The Taming of Jackson Cade (Men of Belle Terre)
by BJ James"I'm stubborn, opinionated and unreasonable. No one knows better than I that Jackson Cade is the original immovable object." -Jackson Cade, horse breeder and firebrand From the moment Jackson Cade laid eyes on Haley Garrett, he'd known she was trouble. The lovely and sophisticated veterinarian was exactly the type of woman Jackson had vowed to steer clear of-no matter that she set every male impulse raging within him like wildfire. He fought, struggled, resisted and denied...because he knew that Haley was the one woman who could cut through the barbed wire around his heart.
The Taming of Jaelle’n
by Deirdre O'DarePrincess of a Celtic-analog land, Jaelle’n is snatched by slave traders and taken far to the south where she is bought by a wealthy stranger who is known to polish his purchases to be prime pleasure slaves worthy of the most rich and aristocratic masters. As she goes through the exotic training, she gradually comes to regard her master with more fondness than she intended. Thus when she and several others are taken back to the market to be sold for top prices she is disconsolate.Aquilar recognizes quality when he sees it and is sure the flame haired exotic beauty is almost beyond price. He never gets attached to a slave but this one is unique. When it comes time for her to be sold, he finds it hard to permit that to happen, yet what can he do? Once she is on the block, there are no more options. However, he is not without resources and stratagems. In the end, who has tamed who?
Taming of Jessi Rose
by Beverly JenkinsNo Man Could Tame Her Jessi Rose Clayton would do anything to keep the family ranch from falling into the wrong hands-even agree to take on a rough-and-tumble outlaw as her protector. With his rugged, handsome face and muscular bronze body, Griffin Blake can draw a sigh from a lady's lips almost as fast as his strong, sculpted arm can draw a gun from its holster. But Jessi Rose has no intentions of falling for his charms. No, her relationship with him is strictly business. Until He Came Along Robbing the railroad is Griffin Blake's game, but he has no choice. Either he agrees to help Jessi Rose or he gets sent back to jail-so he arrives at the ranch ready to help the ornery female protect her land. But underneath Jessi's all-business exterior is a femininity she's kept hidden for far too long-making Griffin think it might be time to tame this wild Texas rose.
The Taming of Lord Scrooge (The Infamous Lords)
by Renee Ann MillerSome lords prefer scandalous affairs over marriage. But can the magic of Christmas and a second chance at romance open an earl’s heart to love? Julien Caruthers, the Earl of Dartmore, isn’t in the Christmas spirit. The former ‘Naughty Earl’ would prefer to focus on maintaining his family’s holdings rather than be stuck at his mother’s annual Christmas party, with her endless parade of debutantes. When he escapes for a ride, Julien’s horse gets spooked and throws him off his saddle, leaving him wandering in the snow. Until he happens upon a cozy cottage . . . Evangeline Breckenridge never thought ‘Lord Scrooge’ would show up at her door. She hasn’t seen her childhood sweetheart in years, and Julien’s since turned into a tyrant, taking away Christmas traditions from the townspeople. Eve is now a widow and a mother, no longer the foolish girl who believed a nobleman could love a physician’s daughter. But the weather outside is frightful, and Eve isn’t one to withhold the warmth of her home, even from a cold heart. And as they reconnect, Eve and Julien may even discover there’s still something merry and bright burning between them, a fire destined to be reignited—just in time for Christmas . . .
The Taming of Lord Scrooge (The Infamous Lords)
by Renee Ann MillerSome lords prefer scandalous affairs over marriage. But can the magic of Christmas and a second chance at romance open an earl’s heart to love? Julien Caruthers, the Earl of Dartmore, isn’t in the Christmas spirit. The former ‘Naughty Earl’ would prefer to focus on maintaining his family’s holdings rather than be stuck at his mother’s annual Christmas party, with her endless parade of debutantes. When he escapes for a ride, Julien’s horse gets spooked and throws him off his saddle, leaving him wandering in the snow. Until he happens upon a cozy cottage . . . Evangeline Breckenridge never thought ‘Lord Scrooge’ would show up at her door. She hasn’t seen her childhood sweetheart in years, and Julien’s since turned into a tyrant, taking away Christmas traditions from the townspeople. Eve is now a widow and a mother, no longer the foolish girl who believed a nobleman could love a physician’s daughter. But the weather outside is frightful, and Eve isn’t one to withhold the warmth of her home, even from a cold heart. And as they reconnect, Eve and Julien may even discover there’s still something merry and bright burning between them, a fire destined to be reignited—just in time for Christmas . . .
The Taming of Malcolm Grant (Highland Heirs #5)
by Paula QuinnAN ALLURING LASSEmmaline Grey spends her days with her beloved dog, dreaming of the sea-until a brawling Highlander shatters her quiet life to pieces. Though her blindness prevents her from seeing his face, his voice is a warm blend of velvet and silk, and his rakehell ways unmistakable. Risking the wrath of a rival clan as she nurses him back to health, Emma soon realizes the real danger is the magnetic pull she feels to this half-naked Scot recovering in her bed.A RECKLESS ROGUEWith his rugged handsomeness and wicked charm, Malcolm Grant wants nothing more out of life than whisky, women, and the occasional war. The only lass he's ever trusted left him with more scars than a battlefield. Yet now at the mercy of this sweet stranger, Malcolm can barely resist the gentle hands that make him feverish with desire-until Emma, the one he will never have, is the only woman he wants . . .
The Taming of Mei Lin (Undone! #1)
by Jeannie LinA beautiful swordfighter rejects her suitors one duel at a time—until she meets her match in this historical romance set in Tang Dynasty China.Faced with a proposal from a man she despises, impetuous Mei Lin makes a daring declaration: she will only marry the man who can defeat her in a sword fight. She has bested everyone who has so far tried to teach her a lesson . . . until a handsome stranger comes to her village. In captivating swordsman Shen Leung, Mei Lin finally sees a man she wants to marry. A man she’s willing to surrender to in every way. . . .
The Taming of Reid Donovan (Southern Knights #4)
by Marilyn PappanoSouthern KnightsTrouble with a capital T...THE ORIGINAL BAD BOYReid Donovan had heard himself described that way so many times that it was impossible to think of himself as anything but. Then he met Cassie Wade-a woman who believed in him, and whose love made him almost believe in himself. Everything he had never dared to dream of was within reach. And then he was asked to walk away from it all....Should he do it? Could he do it? Did he even have a choice? And when it was all over, would he have Cassie to go back to? Or would he once again find himself on the outside looking in?Southern Knights. James, Reid and Nicholas: They came home expecting to find danger-but love took them by surprise!
The Taming of Ryder Cavanaugh: Number 5 in series (Cynster Sisters #5)
by Stephanie LaurensNo. 1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens has returned to another utterly irresistible branch on her beloved Cynster family treeNow that her sister Henrietta has discarded her spinster ways and become betrothed, it's finally Mary's chance for true love. She knows exactly who she wants - and it's not someone as wild, unmanageable and sinfully seductive as Ryder Cavanaugh.Ryder Cavanaugh, Marquess of Raventhorne, had never met a woman who wouldn't happily fall at his feet - or into his bed . . . until Lady Mary Cynster. He soon realises he'll only succeed at being the man he wants to be with Mary by his side. And convincing her of that fact is just the kind of challenge that thrills him.
The Taming of Ryder Cavanaugh (Cynster Sisters Series #5)
by Stephanie Laurens#1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens returns with the next in her Cynster Sisters series . . . The Honorable Miss Mary Cynster always gets what she wants. As the last unwed Cynster of her generation, she is determined to remain in charge of her life and of the man she will marry. At the very bottom of her list of potential husbands is Ryder Cavanaugh, the daring and devastating Marquess of Raventhorne, an overwhelming and utterly unmanageable lion of the ton. But destiny has a different plan. Ryder needs Mary as his wife, not just because she is delightful, fiery, and tempting, but because he values all she could be. When fate and circumstance hand him the chance, he claims Mary as his marchioness . . . only to discover what he truly desires is not just to take her hand in marriage, but to capture her heart.
The Taming of Shaw MacCade: Historical Romance
by Judith E. French". . . Sizzling . . . Superbly written . . . Fast paced. Get ready for a fabulous ride!" ~Astrid Kinn, Romance Reviews TodayWestern Romeo and Juliet Feud Explodes on the Missouri Frontier in The Taming of Shaw MacCade by Judith French-- Missouri, 1849 --Four years ago, the rough and ready Shaw MacCade left Missouri, his family, and a bitter centuries-long feud with the Raeburns to search for gold in California. Now, he's returned, seemingly from the grave, determined to find and take vengeance on his brother's murderer.The last thing Shaw expects is to confront the fiery Rebecca Raeburn and to feel a fierce rekindling of his attraction to the daughter of his life-long enemy. Worse, Rebecca's father is the prime suspect for the murder of Shaw's brother.But old love won't be denied and passion soon flares placing Shaw and Rebecca squarely in the middle of the battle between families and fight to survive and be together.Publisher's Note: No one brings together unlikely strangers and brings the past alive like Judith French. Fans of Elizabeth Keysian, Erica Ridley, Emilia Ferguson and Elliee Atkinson as well as readers of early American romance will enjoy The Taming of Shaw MacCade.". . . A heartwarming love story that's sure to please any reader." ~Jennifer Russell, Romance Reader's ConnectionDon't Miss These Titles From Judith French:The Irish RogueThe Taming of Shaw MacCadeDefiant LoveTender FortuneBold SurrenderBy Love AloneMEET JUDITH E. FRENCH:Judith E French is the author of more than sixty novels translated into a dozen languages and sold around the world. Her publishers include Ballantine, Kensington, Harlequin, Harper-Collins and ePublishing Works. Many of her novels are set in Colonial America, and she is known for her strong characters and adventure-packed tales of the Middle Colonies. Descended from early Maryland Scottish and English settlers and Lenni Lenape and Nanticoke First People, Judith has spent a lifetime researching the history of the multi-cultural and rich heritage of the Chesapeake Bay Region. Oral storytelling is embedded in her blood and bones; every generation in her family has produced at least one spinner of tales. Following that tradition, Judith's oldest daughter, Colleen Faulkner is also bestselling and award winning novelist. Judith lives with her husband and several spoiled dogs in an 18th century farmhouse that has been in her family for 250 years.
The Taming of the Billionaire
by Jessica ClareThe New York Times bestselling author of The Billionaire and the Virgin returns with a tale of Shakespearean-style seduction...Edie's an overbearing cat behaviorist who's not big on people. Magnus is a newly-rich game developer who likes to be in control. When the two of them meet at Gretchen and Hunter's masquerade engagement party, the loathing is mutual. Unfortunately for them--and everyone else--they're in the wedding party together and must deal with each other for the next few months.But when Magnus's younger brother falls for Edie's sister, he begs for his brother's help in concocting a plan to win her over. If Magnus can keep the prickly Edie occupied, his brother will have time to woo Edie's sister. Of course, Magnus isn't interested in the slightest, but Edie is...intriguing. And stubborn. And smart. And sexy. And they might have more in common than they thought.Before long, it becomes a challenge between the two of them to see who will be tamed first. But how's Edie going to react when she finds out that Magnus is using her? And how's Magnus going to handle the fact that he's fallen for a cat lady?Praise for the Billionaire Boys Club novels "Blazing hot."--USA Today "A fast, sexy read."--Fiction Vixen "Great storytelling...delightful reading...It's fun and oh so hot."--Kirkus Reviews
The Taming Of The Billionaire: Billionaires And Bridesmaids 2 (Billionaires and Bridesmaids #2)
by Jessica ClareWelcome to the illustrious world of Jessica Clare's billionaires and bridesmaids. Fans of J.S. Scott, Louise Bay and Melody Anne will be utterly seduced by this New York Times bestseller. You met the six bachelors of the Billionaire Boys Club... Now it's time to pair up some filthy-rich billionaires with lucky ladies in waiting and enjoy the spoils... When overbearing cat behaviorist Edie meets newly-rich game developer Magnus, the feeling of loathing is entirely mutual. Thrown together for their friends Gretchen and Hunter's wedding, unfortunately there's no escaping one another. At first Magnus isn't interested in the slightest, but Edie is...intriguing. And stubborn. And smart. And sexy. They might even have more in common than they thought. And before long, it becomes a challenge between the two of them to see who will be tamed first...Want more enthralling, extravagant romance? Look out for the rest of the Billionaire and Bridesmaids series starting with The Billionaire And The Virgin or take a spin with the steamy Billionaire Boys Club starting with Stranded With A Billionaire.
The Taming of the Countess
by Michelle WillinghamA Victorian retelling of The Taming of the Shrew full of emotion and spice! No gentleman can tempt her Except the one who got away… Rejected by the man she thought she&’d marry, Evangeline Sinclair won&’t be fooled again. Instead, she&’s cultivating her reputation—as an indomitable shrew! When James, the new Earl of Penford, left Evie, it was because he knew he couldn&’t give her the life she deserved. Now, returning after a traumatic experience abroad, he&’s even less the man she needs. But when Evie&’s defiance lands her in trouble with the law, the only way to protect her is marriage—if he can tame the stubborn miss into being his countess! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
The Taming of the Drew
by Stephanie Kate StrohmCass McKay has been called stubborn, temperamental, difficult, and that word that rhymes with "witch” more times than she cares to count. But that’s all about to pay off. She has finally landed the role she was born to play-Kate, in The Taming of the Shrew-in the summer apprentice program of a renowned Shakespeare theater company in the forests of Vermont.But Cass can barely lace up her corset before her troubles begin. Her leading man, Drew, is a complete troll, and he’s going to ruin Cass’s summer. Even worse, Cass’s bunkmate Amy has somehow fallen head over heels for Drew. Cass can’t let Amy throw herself at a total jerk, so she comes up with a genius plan to give Drew the personality makeover he so desperately needs: they’ll tame Drew just as Petruchio tames Kate! But as Shakespeare’s classic plays out offstage, Cass finds it harder and harder to resist falling for Drew herself.The best kind of entertainment, The Taming of the Drew is smart, funny, fresh, and original. You’re going to love this badass heroine and her friends. You might even end up liking Drew, too.
The Taming of the Duke
by Eloisa JamesImogen, Lady Maitland, has decided to dance on the wild side. After all, she's in the delicious position of being able to take a lover. A discreet male who knows just when to leave in the morning.But Lady Maitland is still under the watchful eye of her former guardian, the wildly untamed Rafe, the Duke of Holbrook. He believes she is still in need of a "watchdog." She laughs at the idea that someone so insufferably lazy and devoted to drink can demand that she behave with propriety.It's Rafe's long-lost brother, a man who looks precisely like the duke but with none of his degenerate edge, who interests Imogen. To Imogen, he's the shadow duke . . . the man who really should hold the title. But when Imogen agrees to accompany Gabe to a masquerade...whose masked eyes watch her with that intense look of desire? Who exactly is she dancing with? The duke or the shadow duke? Rafe . . . or Gabe?