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The Savage Marquess: Regency Royal 5 (Regency Royal #2)
by M.C. BeatonCertainly the two should never have met. The handsome, wealthy Marquess of Rockingham was the most notorious man in London, as infamous for his violent temper as he was for his intemperate ways.Miss Lucinda Westerville was a country vicar's daughter, as innocent as she was lovely and as proper as a young lady could possibly be.Yet when this improbably matched pair met at a glittering social ball, they had struck the dubious bargain to become man and wife - in name only! But Lucinda soon found that she had taken on more than she bargained for when she vowed not to love this untamed, infuriatingly attractive man when she tried to rein her own foolishly galloping heart.
The Savakis Merger (Tall, Dark and Dangerously Sexy #1)
by Annie WestOnly hours ago she was a wickedly tempting, sexy stranger. Now Damon Savakis knows who she really is-Callie Manolis, society ice-queen and duplicitous niece of his arch enemy.Yet when Callie's avaricious uncle loses the Manolis money, she becomes the bargaining chip in the Savakis merger! Damon is unprepared for her bravery, poise and purity in a world full of greed. Once she's paid her dues in his bed...he'll make her his willing bride for free!
The Savior (The Black Dagger Brotherhood series #17)
by J.R. WardA vampire and a scientist&’s fates are passionately entwined in a race against time in this thrilling romance in the #1 New York Times bestselling &“utterly absorbing and deliciously erotic&” (Angela Knight, New York Times bestselling author) Black Dagger Brotherhood series.In the venerable history of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, only one male has ever been expelled—but Murhder&’s insanity gave the Brothers no choice. Haunted by visions of a female he could not save, he nonetheless returns to Caldwell on a mission to right the wrong that ruined him. However, he is not prepared for what he must face in his quest for redemption. Dr. Sarah Watkins, researcher at a biomedical firm, is struggling with the loss of her fellow scientist fiancé. When the FBI starts asking about his death, she questions what really happened and soon learns the terrible truth: Her firm is conducting inhumane experiments in secret and the man she thought she knew and loved was involved in the torture. As Murhder and Sarah&’s destinies become irrevocably entwined, desire ignites between them. But can they forge a future that spans the divide separating the two species? And as a new foe emerges in the war against the vampires, will Murhder return to his Brothers...or resume his lonely existence forevermore?
The Saxon
by Margaret MooreEndrediEndredi haunted his every waking thought...a sun-burnished Valkyrie with a beauty as wild as the open sea. But Adelar's deepest passion was also his darkest secret. For the woman who held his heart belonged to his lord....AdelarAlways would Endredi remember the boy who had awakened her to love. Yet she cursed the fates who brought her face-to-face with Adelar the man, for she was now nothing more than a bartered bride in a Saxon stronghold rife with danger and deceit.
The Saxon Outlaw's Revenge: The Saxon Outlaw's Revenge Married For His Convenience In Debt To The Enemy Lord
by Elisabeth HobbesA Saxon rebel’s lust for revenge is overpowered by desire for his beautiful captive in this historical romance set during the Norman Conquest.England, 1086. Constance Arnaud wants nothing more than to return to Normandy and escape her brother-in-law’s brutal reign over Cheshire. But when she is abducted by Saxon outlaws, she comes face-to-face with Aelric, a Saxon boy she once loved. He’s now her enemy, but Constance must reach out to this rebel and persuade him to save her life as she once saved his . . . Aelric is determined to seek vengeance on the Normans who destroyed his family. Believing Constance deserted him, he can never trust her again. Yet, as they are thrown together and their longing for each other reignites, will Aelric discover that love is stronger than revenge?
The Scam: A Fox and O'Hare Novel
by Janet Evanovich Lee GoldbergNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERNicolas Fox is a charming con man and master thief on the run. Kate O'Hare is the FBI agent who is hot on his trail. At least that's what everyone thinks. In reality, Fox and O'Hare are secretly working together to bring down super-criminals the law can't touch. Criminals like brutal casino magnate Evan Trace. Evan Trace is running a money-laundering operation through his casino in Macau. Some of his best customers are mobsters, dictators, and global terrorists. Nick and Kate will have to go deep undercover as high-stakes gamblers, wagering millions of dollars--and their lives--in an attempt to topple Trace's empire. It's a scam that will take Fox and O'Hare from the Las Vegas strip, to the sun-soaked beaches of Oahu's North Shore, and into the dark back alleys of Macau. Their only backup--a self-absorbed actor, a Somali pirate, and Kate's father, an ex-soldier who believes a rocket launcher is the best way to solve every problem. What could possibly go wrong?
The Scandal Behind the Italian's Wedding: Demanding His Billion-dollar Heir / The Scandal Behind The Italian's Wedding (Mills And Boon Modern Ser.)
by Millie AdamsTo discover her secret…He must marry her!Minerva King has a shocking announcement: billionaire Dante Fiori is her child’s father! Dante knows that’s impossible—he’s never touched his best friend’s younger sister. But the desperation in her eyes intrigues him, as does unexpected desire! With his reputation on the line, the ruthless Italian demands Min wear his ring…Min will do anything to protect this baby, including letting Dante whisk her away to his private island as his bride. And if their scandalous wedding isn’t enough, once they get to paradise innocent Min has another revelation…
The Scandal Behind the Wedding
by Bella FrancesA wedding of convenience!Recently jilted schoolteacher Georgia Blue refuses to mope over her lousy ex—she's taking on Dubai, one wild party at a time! Escaping a scandalous police raid so wasn't part of her plan…not to mention her superhot encounter with fellow party-escapee, sexy entrepreneur Danny Ryan!Danny might be Dubai's latest darling, but even he can't afford to be papped leaving a hotel room with a thoroughly seduced-looking Georgia—not with the business deal of his life about to close! A quickie temporary marriage should let them both off the hook—except there's nothing quick about Danny's plans for celebrating their wedding night!
The Scandal That Made Her His Queen: An Uplifting International Romance (Pregnant Princesses #3)
by Caitlin CrewsOne royal reputation, one scandalous night and one shocking consequence! This romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Caitlin Crews has it all!&“You are carrying my heir……You will reign as my Queen.&”Crown Prince Zeus needed a front-page scandal to ruin his hated father&’s plans for him. So when attraction flared with innocent Nina Graine, lady-in-waiting to the bride he never chose, one deliciously forbidden tryst seemed the perfect solution…Orphaned Nina has always shunned the spotlight. But now, after her scandalous encounter with the Prince, she&’s penniless and pregnant! She wants nothing from Zeus aside from his protection. Certainly not a marriage proposal! Or for the desire between them to be reignited—hot, fast and as dangerous as ever…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read all the Pregnant Princesses books:Book 1: Crowned for His Christmas Baby by Maisey YatesBook 2: Pregnant by the Wrong Prince by Jackie AshendenBook 3: The Scandal That Made Her His Queen by Caitlin CrewsBook 4: His Bride with Two Royal Secrets by Marcella Bell
The Scandal in Kissing an Heir: At the Kingsborough Ball (At the Kingsborough Ball #2)
by Sophie BarnesHe is the next Marquess of Wolvington . . .She is a lady with nothing but beauty and wits . . .Together they share a forbidden kiss .Lady Rebecca is determined to find a husband on her own terms, rather than marry any of the aging suitors her greedy aunt and uncle foist upon her. Her chance comes at the Kingsborough Ball, where she meets several potential grooms . . . yet no one compares to the dangerously handsome Daniel Neville.Notorious rake and heir to the Marquess of Wolvington, Daniel Neville is in need of a bride, but finding a lady who's willing to accept his past is an entirely different matter. When he spies a stunning woman across the ballroom, Daniel believes he's found her . . . until scandal erupts around them. How can he convince Rebecca to take a chance on him . . . and on the love that could be theirs forever after?
The Scandal of Lady Eleanor
by Regina JeffersTHE FUTURE EARL OF LINWORTHJames Kerrington, a key member of the British government'ssecret unit, the Realm, never expected to find love again afterthe loss of his beloved wife. But a visit to his close friends, theThornhills, leads to a chance meeting with Lady Eleanor Fowler.Instantly Kerrington's whole world tilts on its axis.THE DEBAUCHERY OF LORD THORNHILLFor years, Lady Eleanor hid from Society, knowing her father'snotorious reputation for wickedness tainted her chance forromantic fulfillment. Now with Kerrington's advances andher father's recent death, she is at last hopeful that her family'sdark past is behind her. But when Sir Louis Levering appearswith final proof of her father's depravity, Eleanor is drawn intoa web of immorality and blackmail.RETURN OF THE REALMTo free Eleanor from Levering's diabolical clutches, Kerringtonbrings together his former Realm comrades. Before they cansave her, they must confront their own secret pasts and tanglewith Shaheed Mir, a longtime nemesis who is exacting revengeagainst members of the Realm for stealing a mysterious emeraldfrom his homeland.
The Scandal of the Season (Harlequin Historical Ser.)
by Annie BurrowsHer name is ruined, but her heart is untouched! Having saved Cassandra Furnival from scandal once before, it shouldn’t have surprised Colonel Nathaniel Fairfax that she was now attempting to lay siege to the town’s eligible bachelors! Determined to thwart her plans, he’s as astounded by her defiance as he is by her beauty. But nothing shocks the jaded soldier more than discovering her innocence. Restoring her reputation is set to bring about the scandal of the season! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch
by Melinda TaubIn this "magical, brilliant" (Lev Grossman, New York Times bestselling author) reimagining of Pride and Prejudice, the youngest Bennett sister is given the spotlight. In this exuberant retelling of Jane Austen&’s Pride and Prejudice, Lydia Bennet puts pen to paper to relate the real events and aftermath of the classic story. Some facts are well known: Mrs. Bennet suffers from her nerves, Mr. Bennet suffers from Mrs. Bennet, and all five daughters suffer from an estate that is entailed only to male heirs. But Lydia also suffers from entirely different concerns: her best-loved sister Kitty is really a barn cat; Wickham is every bit as wicked as the world believes him to be, but what else would one expect from a demon? And if Mr. Darcy is uptight about etiquette, that&’s nothing compared to his feelings about magic. Most of all, Lydia has yet to learn that for a witch, promises have power . . . Full of enchantment, intrigue, and boundless magic, The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch, has all the irreverent wit, strength, and romance of Pride and Prejudice—while offering a highly unexpected redemption for the wildest Bennet sister.A NEW YORK TIMES BEST SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY PICK FOR 2023
The Scandalous Flirt (Cinderella Sisterhood Series #6)
by Olivia DrakeA banished debutante returns to London to save her family from a blackmailing aristocrat in this historical romance by the author of His Wicked Wish.Aurora Paxton was once the belle of the ball, the most sought-after debutante of the season—until a scandalous mistake ruined her. Shunned by her family, Rory was banished to the country to live in disgrace. Now she’s been summoned back to London by her stepmother, who is being blackmailed by the least likely person Rory can imagine: Lucas Vale, Marquess of Dashell.Lucas is someone Rory’s known for years—a man as devastatingly handsome as he is coldly disapproving of her. What in the world could he want from her or her family? Rory intends to find out as soon as she comes face to face with her old foe. What she never expects, however, is that the icy aristocrat has a soft spot for her—and a secret plan to redeem her status. Could it be that Lucas has been in love with Rory all along . . . and has finally found a way to win her heart?Praise for The Scandalous Flirt“The mature hero and heroine have a bond that will charm readers. A solidly scandalous . . . romance with a touch of magic.” —Kirkus Reviews“A cute, quick, and fun romance! . . . Historical romance readers who like a mystery mixed in will enjoy The Scandalous Flirt!” —Fresh Fiction
The Scandalous Ladies of London: The Countess (The Scandalous Ladies of London #1)
by Sophie JordanNew York Times bestselling author Sophie Jordan kicks off her amazing new high concept series, The Scandalous Ladies of London, which chronicles the lives of a group of affluent ladies reigning over glittering, Regency-era London, vying for position in the hierarchy of the ton. They are the young wives, widows, and daughters of London’s wealthiest families. The drama is big, the money runs deep, and the shade is real. Life is different in the ton.“My husband is a good man… just ask all the women he has bedded.”Wealthy society maven Lady Gertrude knows how the world works. If her husband is less than faithful, it’s an acceptable price to pay for her coveted position at the apex of London’s most fashionable set. No exclusive soirée or lavish ball is complete without her and her group of decadent, well-connected friends. And this Season promises more excitement than usual: Tru is launching her daughter into Society, helping her navigate the cutthroat Marriage Mart, complete with fortune hunters, jealous debutantes, and malicious gossips.As skilled as Tru is at playing the high-stakes games of the ton, she never expects to meet her match—until Jasper Thorne begins to court her daughter. Jasper needs a titled bride, but when he meets Tru, all his carefully laid plans go up in smoke. The attraction between Tru and Jasper is undeniable…and unacceptable. To indulge in an affair with her daughter’s suitor would be ruinous. If it becomes public, she’ll never survive the scandal. Especially as it becomes clear that he wants more than one night…he wants the impossible. He wants forever.A sizzling story of scandalous ladies, irresistible temptation, and the dangers—and joys—of being true to yourself.
The Scandalous Lady Wright (Regency Scandal #3)
by M.C. BeatonFashionable society regards Sir Benjamin Wright with the utmost honour and respect. Yet Lady Emma knows that her husband is, in fact, a drunken jealous brute who delights in humiliating her both in and out of the bedroom.So, his unexpected murder is a blessing, she thinks - that is, until the constable's accusing finger points to her as the murderer. But it soon becomes apparent that her late husband hid many secrets and enemies.When the practical Comte Saint-Juste arrives on the scene offering his services, Lady Emma is about to discover what the French dedication to l'amour really means...
The Scandalous Lady Wright (Regency Scandal #6)
by M.C. BeatonFashionable society regards Sir Benjamin Wright with the utmost honour and respect. Yet Lady Emma knows that her husband is, in fact, a drunken jealous brute who delights in humiliating her both in and out of the bedroom.So, his unexpected murder is a blessing, she thinks - that is, until the constable's accusing finger points to her as the murderer. But it soon becomes apparent that her late husband hid many secrets and enemies.When the practical Comte Saint-Juste arrives on the scene offering his services, Lady Emma is about to discover what the French dedication to l'amour really means...
The Scandalous Lady Wright (The Regency Intrigue Series #4)
by M. C. BeatonA beautiful widow is accused of her late husband&’s murder in this Regency-set story of romantic suspense by a New York Times–bestselling author. The upper class regarded Sir Benjamin Wright with utmost honor and respect. Yet Lady Emma knew her husband was, in fact, a drunken, jealous brute who delighted in humiliating her both in and out of the bedroom. His murder had been a blessing, she thought—that is until the constable&’s accusing finger pointed to her. But it soon becomes apparent that her late husband hid many secrets and had many enemies. When the practical Comte Saint-Juste arrives on the scene offering his services, Lady Emma is about to discover what the French dedication to l&’amour really means . . . Originally published under the name Marion Chesney, this is a suspenseful love story from an author who &“delivers top-notch Regency fare&” (RT Reviews).
The Scandalous Lord Lanchester
by Anne HerriesMarrying the Governess!Buttoned-up governess Daisy Milton buries dreams of marriage and family life in order to support her sister and orphaned niece. But maddeningly attractive Adam, Viscount Ravensworth, is one distraction that shakes Daisy’s safe, stable existence. Now ghosts from Adam’s past in India threaten Daisy’s future. Just what will it take to convince a tightly laced miss to forgo society’s strict code of conduct...and come undone in the arms of a reformed rake?
The Scandalous Marriage (The Dukes and Desires Series #7)
by M. C. BeatonThe charms of a rumored rake prove irresistible in this captivating Regency from the New York Times–bestselling author of the Agatha Raisin mysteries.As far as matrimonial prospects were concerned, Lucy Bliss was told she’d make an excellent clergyman’s wife. Her mother, however, had loftier aspirations for her lovely younger sister Belinda. Belinda would marry a duke. More specifically, the Duke of Wardshire. Lucy was truly horrified. “Lucifer” Wardshire! Why, he was rumored to be as wicked as the devil, with orgies and mistresses—and worse! As the London Season unfolded, Lucy couldn’t decide who was more abominable, her vulgar mama or the arrogant yet disconcertingly handsome duke. No matter, Lucy vowed to go to any lengths to protect her sister, even if her mission should take her into the very arms of the devilish duke himself . . . Praise for M.C. Beaton “A romance writer who deftly blends humor and adventure . . . [sustaining] her devoted audience to the last gasp.” —Booklist“Veteran author Marion Chesney (aka M.C. Beaton) delivers top-notch Regency fare.” —RT Book Reviews
The Scandalous Marriage: Regency Royal 20 (Regency Royal)
by M.C. BeatonAs far as matrimonial prospects were concerned, Lucy Bliss was told she'd make an excellent clergyman's wife.Her mother, however, had loftier aspirations for her lovely younger sister Belinda. Belinda would marry a duke. More specifically, the Duke of Wardshire. Lucy was truly horrified. Lucifer Wardshire! Why, he was rumored to be as wicked as the devil, with orgies and mistresses' and worse!As the London Season unfolded, Lucy couldn't decide who was more abominable, her vulgar mama or the arrogant yet disconcertingly handsome duke. No matter, Lucy vowed to go to any lengths to protect her sister, even if her mission should take her into the very arms of the devilish duke himself.
The Scandalous Miss Howard
by Nan RyanThe boy who left to fight for the Confederate army twenty years ago had been a trusting fool. He had trusted the girl who promised to wait for him. He had trusted the friend who betrayed him. Now he has come home to Alabama to avenge what they stole from him: his heart, his soul, his world.Laurette Howard, too, lost her innocence in the cruelest of ways-with news that the boy she loved had died in the war. After a loveless marriage, she contented herself with caring for the sick, knowing her own heart could not be healed.Then Sutton Vane arrived in Mobile, shattering her composure, releasing the wanton, passionate woman that had been locked away. She surrendered totally to a passion so scandalous, it could only be destiny.... But was it a passion calculated to destroy her...or to deliver the sweet promise of a love that refused to die?
The Scandalous Mrs. Wilson
by Laine FerndaleThis sparkling western romance from a promising debut talent whisks readers away to the bustling Candian frontier town of Fraser Springs in the early 1900s.Jo Wilson has seen her share of tragedy, but she’s determined to keep her late husband’s bathhouse afloat, even if her all-female staff raises eyebrows. She’s holding her own against the Fraser Springs society ladies’ public scorn, but a handsome new customer poses a different threat. Bored with writing adventure novels, author Owen Sterling arrives in the tiny Canadian town hoping to launch a serious journalism career with an exposé on the titillating rumors swirling around Wilson’s Bathhouse. But the beguiling Jo is honest and upright and her respectable business is not at all what he expected. When the town’s small-mindedness lights a literal fire under their feet, Jo and Owen must choose what’s most important: tending to their careers or surrendering to their bubbling emotions. Sensuality Level: Sensual
The Scandalous Return of Jake Walker
by Myrna MackenzieTOO GOOD TO FORGET He'd left the town of Misunderstood without a backward glance, his bad-boy reputation firmly set in stone. And as Tess Buchanan had watched him drive away, a spark within her seemed to dim. But one bright summer morning the pretty teacher glanced out her window to find him staring back. Jake Walker had returned. Now the local gossips were having a field day. Her humdrum fiancé was getting mighty nervous. And everyone, especially Tess, was holding their breath to see what-or, more importantly, who-that wild Walker wanted.
The Scandalous Secret of Abigail MacGregor (Highland Heirs #4)
by Paula QuinnA LADY'S MISSION . . . Known for her beauty and boldness, Abigail MacGregor must preserve her clan's dangerous secret: that her mother is the true heir to the English Crown. If the wrong people find out, it will mean war for her beloved Scotland. To keep peace, she embarks for London, unprepared for the treachery that awaits-especially from her wickedly handsome escort. He is the enemy, but his slow, sensuous kisses entice her beyond reason . . . A WARRIOR'S TEMPTATIONGeneral Daniel Marlow, loyal knight and the kingdom's most desirable hero, would rather be on the battlefield than transporting a spoiled Highland lass. But Abby MacGregor is unlike any woman he's ever met, in a ballroom or in his bedroom. Captivated by her daring spirit and seduced by her lovely innocence, Daniel must choose between betraying his queen or giving up the woman who would steal his country-and his traitorous heart.