Countess Confidential

Countess Confidential
Author: Barbara Dawson Smith
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 374
Release: 2006-02-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780312932398

In this second novel of her new page-turning trilogy, "New York Times" bestselling author Smith delivers the story of a woman forced to enter the aristocratic world she despises, only to find a man she cannot live without. Original.

Countess Confidential

Countess Confidential
Author: Olivia Drake
Publisher: NYLA
Total Pages: 366
Release: 2019-06-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1641970987

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Olivia Drake, a steamy Regency romance... A devoted daughter goes undercover to clear her father’s name... When her scholarly father is wrongfully accused of being the Wraith, the famed jewel thief who’s been fleecing the aristocratic set of London, Claire Hollybrooke will do anything to clear his name. Claire suspects he was set up by the noble grandfather she’s never met. Vowing to expose him, she goes undercover as Mrs. Clara Brownley, the chaperone for her cousin, Lady Rosabel. But her plan to be the ‘invisible’ servant quickly falls apart when Simon Croft, Earl of Rockford, who is supposed to be wooing Lady Rosabel, can’t keep his eyes off of the dynamic lady’s maid. As the Earl of Rockford, Simon must marry to ensure an heir for his name. Under familial pressure, he is reluctantly courting Lady Rosabel...but she pales in comparison to her beautiful and spirited chaperone, the undercover Claire. Unbeknownst to Claire, Simon secretly works for Bow Street and is the very man who put her father behind bars. As Claire digs deeper into who the real thief is, her time spent with the handsome and rakish Earl of Rockford increasingly distracts her from her mission...even as everything she thought she understood about her father is called into question. As Simon must make a choice between who his family wants him to marry and the woman his heart desires, Claire must also choose...is her disdain for the aristocracy worth missing out on the love of a lifetime? “A romantic suspense that not only keeps you turning the pages, but turns the tables on you until you’re breathless. A major craftsman of the genre.” –RT Bookclub “Elegantly written and subtly sexy.” –Booklist “A delightful fast-paced story with charming characters, great dialogue, and plenty of sexual tension.” –Rendezvous “Tremendous...exhilarating story line...Claire is a delight.” –Midwest Book Review “A wonderfully written Regency-era romance chock full of engaging characters and a sleuthing pair of lovebirds. A non-stop page turner.” —romancereaderatheart.com

The Rogue Report

The Rogue Report
Author: Barbara Dawson Smith
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2006-05-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780312932404

"New York Times" bestselling author Smith delivers another irresistibly witty and wicked Regency romance--the final novel in her high-concept trilogy that began with "The Duchess Diaries" and "Countess Confidential." Original.

Fire on the Wind

Fire on the Wind
Author: Olivia Drake
Publisher: NYLA
Total Pages: 403
Release: 2019-04-23
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1641970928

New York Times and USA Today bestselling historical romance novelist Olivia Drake brings us a tale of adventure, intrigue, and true love... A wave of chaos sweeps over British-ruled India, where headstrong Sarah Faulkner is bound both by her gender and the confines of her uncle’s military compound. Unwilling to sit on the sidelines, the free-spirited beauty breaks free only to discover that her sheltered life hasn’t prepared her for the real world. Fleeing the impeding chaos, Sarah meets mysterious and alluring Damien Coleridge, the disgraced son of an English duke—banished from England to atone for a crime he didn’t commit. Seeking his own sanctuary, Damien is drawn to Sarah, and the walls he’s built up over the years of solitude crumble at her touch... Threatened by both war and their own wild nature, the two must find a way to keep each other, and their passion, safe... "An exhilarating, exotic, and adventurous love story. Again and again, Olivia Drake stretches the boundaries of the genre...Fire on the Wind is her most powerful romance yet." —Romantic Times, exceptional rating "Superlative...definitely a fabulous treasure." —Rendezvous "Five stars!" —Affaire de Coeur

The Duchess Diaries

The Duchess Diaries
Author: Barbara Dawson Smith
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
Total Pages: 390
Release: 2005-11-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1429937599

It's curious how one woman can haunt a man... Ten years as a high-stakes jewel thief should have helped me forget Sophie Huntington Ramsey. But no matter how far I traveled, she was never far from my thoughts. Her earthy sensuality. Her wild passion. For ten long years, my memory of our one forbidden night together burned as hot as the encounter itself. The thought of her betrayal with my oldest, dearest friend blazed even hotter. Imagine my surprise when I heard of Sophie's widowhood—and that her husband the Duke of Mulford, named me guardian of her young son! Imagine my shock when I learned that Sophie might have had a hand in her husband's untimely death. It seems that fate has brought Sophie and me together once again. When I return to England to claim my role as guardian, I also vow to win back Sophie's heart. I will slowly seduce her until she is weak with wanting. And when I've had my fill of her, I will expose her as a murderess. Sophie Huntington Ramsey, the Duchess of Mulford, is about to get something she never bargained for... —From the Memoirs of Grant Chandler

Romancing the Rogue

Romancing the Rogue
Author: Olivia Drake
Publisher: NYLA
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2019-04-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1641970944

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Olivia Drake, a steamy Regency romance... Raven-haired beauty, Vivien Thorne has been raised by a devoted and loving Romani couple, who she believed to be her parents. But when the Rosebuds, three elder noble ladies who rule the ton, visit her palm-reading shop to reveal she’s the illegitimate daughter of a governess, long since passed, Vivien’s entire world is turned upside down. The Rosebuds convince her to accompany them to the Marchioness’s estate, Stokeford Abbey, where she is to be taught how to be a proper lady. As Vivien learns the rules of how to be a lady, she develops a natural bond with the aging Marchioness, who is easily charmed by the pretty and sincere newcomer. When Michael Kenyon, the current Marquess of Stokeford, and reigning rogue of the ton, arrives home, he’s certain that this stunning young woman with the dark hair and fiery eyes is here to con his grandmother. But as Michael and Vivien spend more time together, Michael confronts his preconceived notions about the Romani and begins to see Vivien for who she really is—a kind-hearted beauty who is devoted to others... Just when Vivien begins to feel comfortable in this strange new society, another secret comes to light, one that will challenge everything she ever knew about herself—and her newfound love with a wicked Marquess... “A dramatic tale that puts tears in your eyes one moment, then has you chuckling the next. ROMANCING THE ROGUE is a fast-moving tale with plenty of wit and intrigue that’ll keep you guessing till the end.” –Old Book Barn Gazette “The charming characters make it a more-than-satisfying read...A delight to read and a pleasure to savor.” –Romantic Times, Excellent rating “Fast, fascinating reading. The sex scenes fairly sizzle off the page!” –Affaire de Coeur

Candle in the Snow

Candle in the Snow
Author: Olivia Drake
Publisher: NYLA
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2018-10-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1641970669

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Olivia Drake comes a charming Victorian historical romance—perfect for the holidays! A pretty English schoolteacher anticipates the homecoming of her long-absent, devilishly handsome husband...the only holiday gift that will satisfy her yearning heart... **originally published as Barbara Dawson Smith**

Fire at Midnight

Fire at Midnight
Author: Olivia Drake
Publisher: NYLA
Total Pages: 407
Release: 2019-04-23
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1641970936

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Olivia Drake comes an enthralling historical tale of romance, suspicion, and murder... An exotic outsider to aristocratic society, Lord Kit Coleridge is determined to prove his innocence in the death of London’s finest jeweler. He’s certain the guilty party must be the jeweler’s wife, lovely copper-haired Norah Rutherford—but first, he must gain her trust—and carefully observe her. Under these false pretenses, an unexpected friendship and close connection blooms between the two... All too easily, Kit begins to view Norah as far more than a friend...and definitely not a murderess. Captivated by her mystery, beauty and compassionate heart, Kit is unable to resist the widow. He swears on her innocence, convinced that the sultry beauty he’s fallen for is innocent. Together, they both risk their lives and reputations for the sake of this true and dangerous love. "An unsurpassed historical romance that will keep you riveted with its intense suspense and intrigue. Her characterizations are unexcelled, the dialogue is sharp and witty! I couldn't put it down! Her work keeps getting better and better!" —Affaire de Coeur, 5 stars "A wondrous, highly suspenseful, and unique historical romance." —Romantic Times, Exceptional rating