The Last Waltz

The Last Waltz
Author: Mary Balogh
Publisher: Class Ebook Editions Ltd
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2020-11-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1944654364

Gerard Percy, the new Earl of Wanstead, dreads returning home to Thornwood, where the widow of his predecessor lives with her two children. He has unhappy memories of Christina, the widowed countess. But it is Christmas, and he decides to take a houseful of guests with him to make his return easier. For her part, Christina feels an equal dread of seeing Gerard again, ten years after she renounced him in order to marry his strict, puritanical—but seemingly safe—cousin. She is horrified when she learns about the guests and the fact that Christmas this year is to be a bright and merry occasion, for her late husband would allow no frivolity of any kind in their life. And so they meet again, these two former lovers who have bitterly resented each other for ten years—but never forgotten each other.

The Earl's Inconvenient Houseguest

The Earl's Inconvenient Houseguest
Author: Virginia Heath
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 279
Release: 2022-02-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0369711629

The earl she loved to hate …until she stayed in his mansion! Sophie Gilbert has thwarted the standoffish new earl’s plans to sell his country estate and the quaint village that forms part of it. But when disaster strikes and he offers her refuge, she must reconsider everything about this vexing, determined man. After the heartbreak in her past, it’s a revelation to feel her pulse racing and her body yearning for his touch… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. A Very Village Scandal Where love can be found at every turn Book 1: The Earl's Inconvenient Houseguest

A Lost Lord's Deception

A Lost Lord's Deception
Author: Bethany M. Sefchick
Publisher: Bethany Sefchick
Total Pages: 371
Release: 2022-03-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A bookish daydreamer, Lady Rebecca St. John, sister of the notorious Viscount Sutton, is firmly on the shelf. Viewed by many as plain, she has also suffered from debilitating megrims her entire life. Now her only marriage prospect is a gentleman who wishes to see her wedded, bedded, with child and stashed in the country so he can spend her dowry on gambling debts. Hoping to preserve some shred of dignity, she’s made the decision to retire from Society and live a quiet life in the country. There’s only one problem – the estate she’s chosen is also home to a man who has fascinated her for the last two years. Given away as a child due to a birthmark, Aaron Dunn has spent his entire life hiding in the shadows. Unable to make a living doing anything else, Aaron has settled into life as, of all things, an ornamental garden hermit at Marfield Meadows, one of the Sutton viscounty estates. While it’s hardly the life he desires for himself, he’s also well aware that the mark on his face leaves him no other choice. However, when Aaron learns that Becca, the woman who has been the center of his fantasies for the last two years, is planning on retiring to Marfield, he wonders if, once again, he’ll have to make a new life for himself elsewhere. When Aaron rescues Becca from an attack on the estate, the two finally meet face to face. They also discover that what they both believed was a one-sided attraction is, instead, a fiery passion between them that neither of them can ignore. Can Becca and Aaron find a way to be together? Or will a dark secret from his past tear them apart – even if it means they might have a chance to finally be together? Find out in A Lost Lord’s Deception, the twenty-sixth novel in the Tales from Seldon Park series! This 109,147-word novel is written in the modern, Regency romance style for a slightly hotter and sexier read. It may not be appropriate for younger audiences.

A Chance to Be His

A Chance to Be His
Author: Bethany M. Sefchick
Publisher: Bethany Sefchick
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2022-06-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Three years ago, Lord Miles Colbourne, the Duke of Lymington, was tasked with becoming guardian to one of his best friend’s wards. Already having one troublesome ward in his home, Miles hesitated to take on another. Now, he cannot imagine life without Lady Georgie, as she does a fine job managing his affairs, even if she is something of a bluestocking. However, his friend Lord Ashbrook has returned to London and seems to want his ward back. Which is something of a problem, as Miles isn’t certain he wishes her to leave. In fact, he’s fairly certain he wishes to keep her! Despite her initial hesitation, Lady Rebecca Georgiana “Georgie” Booth has come to enjoy living in Miles’ household. Yes, he is known as “The Grumpy Lord” but he truly isn’t that terrible. In fact, he can be rather charming. She has also found a home in Lymington House, one that gives her a measure of peace and safety she’s been without for so long. Now if only something could be done about Miss Alice Hastings, Miles’ other ward who is with child by an unknown gentleman, her life would be just fine! When Miles’ grandmother arrives in London and packs up Georgie, Alice and the entire household so that they can retire to the country, Miles is given no choice but to follow. However, it soon becomes clear that being this close to Georgie is a temptation he cannot resist. No matter how much he should! Can Miles and Georgie find a love between them that will last or will other forces keep them separated forever? Find out in A Chance to Be His, the twenty-seventh novel in the Tales from Seldon Park series! This 81,220-word novel is written in the modern, Regency romance style for a slightly hotter and sexier read. It may not be appropriate for younger audiences.

A Curse in Time

A Curse in Time
Author: Bethany M. Sefchick
Publisher: Bethany Sefchick
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2021-09-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Former train conductor Ryan Callahan is cursed. Rather, he was cursed way back in 1905 on the same night he was meant to die in a train accident. Ever since, he’s been forced to wander through time looking for a woman known as The Curse Breaker, the one person in the universe capable of setting him free. Guided by an entity known as The Wise Woman, every twenty years Ryan returns to the site of the accident in hopes of meeting this mysterious Curse Breaker – assuming she really exists. Having moved back to her hometown, businesswoman Lucy McLaughlin has been saddled by her late father with a failing tourist railroad. Desperate to save her father’s legacy, Lucy has been struggling to find a way to save the Twisted Creek Railroad from demolition. Unfortunately, all she has are a few dedicated crew members, her trusted confidante, Gus, and a legend surrounding the mysterious disappearance of a man who once worked the railroad – Ryan Callahan. When Ryan magically appears in Lucy’s life, she’s not above using him – the real him – to help save her railroad and her father’s legacy. She also just might be the magical Curse Breaker that Ryan’s been seeking. Except she knows nothing about curses or how to break them. Though she does believe in Ryan and the instant chemistry that flares between them – even though he’s a man that was born over a hundred years ago! Can Ryan help Lucy save her business? More importantly, can Lucy figure out how to break the curse, and possibly keep Ryan in this time and place with her – forever? Find out in A Curse in Time, the fourth novel in the Modern Magic series! This 102,900-word novel is written in the modern romance style for a slightly hotter read. It may not be appropriate for younger audiences.

His Temporary Mistress

His Temporary Mistress
Author: Bethany M. Sefchick
Publisher: Bethany Sefchick
Total Pages: 357
Release: 2019-08-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Sneaking off to attend a scandalous weekly masquerade sounded like a brilliant idea. Unfortunately, disguised as Lady Peacock, Lady Dorothea “Dory” Tillsbury has done one of the worst things imaginable for a proper young lady. She’s falling in love with the masquerade’s host, a gentleman who doesn’t even know her name and, worse, is completely unsuitable. He is also so far above her touch that there is no chance he will ever notice her. The so-called “Lord Raven of Dionysus,” Lord Jeremy Dunn has known Lady Dory’s identity from the moment she walked into his club dressed like a harlot. He’s also been completely enchanted by her and wants nothing more than to coax her into his bed, no matter how bad of an idea that might be. One night, Jeremy makes Dory an offer she can’t refuse – become his temporary mistress before she is forced to settle down into a loveless marriage with a man who ignores her. Will Dory make the proper decision or will she follow her heart straight into Jeremy’s bed? More importantly, can these two star-crossed lovers be together outside the mysterious midnight world of the masquerade or is their affair doomed to end in the harsh light of day?

The Earl Most Likely

The Earl Most Likely
Author: Jane Goodger
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2018-01-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1516101642

An independent young woman with an eye for detail helps restore a castle and solve a murder in this Victorian romance by the author of The Bad Luck Bride. It’s not every day a young woman is offered ten thousand pounds for a few months’ work—especially the plain, shy daughter of a tin mine owner. The only thing special about Harriet Anderson is her extraordinary memory for even the smallest, most obscure detail. So when she’s asked by a gentleman to help restore his once magnificent ancestral home, she simply can’t refuse, no matter how scandalous the position. The money will mean freedom from her callous parents, and a life of independence. Harriet doesn’t imagine dreaming of anything more . . . Augustus Lawton, Lord Berkley, cares about only one thing: restoring his beloved Costille House to its former, historically correct, glory. His late wife had taken great vindictive delight in transforming the old castle into a modern Victorian nightmare. Harriet’s remarkable memory will be invaluable in repairing it—and in helping him solve his wife’s murder. Yet as they work together, Augustus finds that besides her uncanny gift, Harriet possesses other priceless qualities. And as the castle’s beauty is gradually revealed, he can’t help noticing, so is hers . . . Praise for the novels of Jane Goodger “Fun, delightfully romantic—and sexy.” —Sally MacKenzie on The Spinster Bride “A touching, compassionate, passion-filled romance.” —RT Book Reviews on A Christmas Waltz

A Lady's Scandalous Secret

A Lady's Scandalous Secret
Author: Bethany M. Sefchick
Publisher: Bethany Sefchick
Total Pages: 421
Release: 2020-07-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Terrified of men from a young age, Lady Tabitha Maxwell has hidden in the shadows nearly all of her life. Tabby has since grown beyond that fear, but she still prefers the safety the darkness offers, especially since she has no wish to do as her father commands and marry her reprobate cousin. Her anonymity has also allowed her to cultivate a very successful – and extremely secret – career as the notorious gossip columnist, Lady A. Lord Joshua Bradford, the second son of the Marquess of Nye, is in something of a bind. A former navy man, Josh has been summoned home after his wastrel brother, Giles, perishes in a duel, leaving Josh as the heir. Now, Josh is in need of a wife – quickly – since it is quite possible Giles already sired an heir with an unsuitable woman. The task of finding a bride, however, would be a good deal easier if Josh could convince Lady A to cease writing about him in her infernal column. One night, Josh discovers Tabby’s secret and threatens to expose her. If he reveals the truth about Lady A, he can stop the rumors and finally find a proper wife. However, doing so will cost Tabby everything and leave her an outcast, something he isn’t certain he desires. Does Josh remain silent about what he knows, reveal the truth, or can he make a deal with the notoriously skittish Tabby and force her to find him a suitable bride so that they can both have what they most desire? This 131,500 word novel is written in the modern, Regency romance style for a slightly hotter and sexier read. It may not be appropriate for younger audiences.

Taming a Wild Lady

Taming a Wild Lady
Author: Bethany M. Sefchick
Publisher: Bethany Sefchick
Total Pages: 333
Release: 2019-11-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Newly returned from India, Miss Cecilia Worth, who has been dubbed “Miss Disaster” by the gossips, needs a husband. Or rather, her guardian, Lord Marshfield, believes she absolutely requires one. Cecy, however, strongly disagrees. Still, she is willing to humor her guardian and venture to London to participate in the Marriage Mart - so long as she is able to choose the man she will eventually marry. The last thing Lord Trenton Pike wants is to be called home from the Continent to play chaperone to his uncle’s ward, Miss Worth. Unfortunately, he also doesn’t have a choice in the matter. Escorting Cecy about London, Trent would be only too happy to foist her off upon the first man who would take her – except that doing so would break his uncle’s heart. As Trent trails Cecy around London, however, he comes to see that she is not the walking disaster he assumed she was. In fact, she’s far more than what he or anyone else sees. They just don’t bother to look closely. Can Trent find Cecy a husband by the end of the Season, one who can see her for the wonderful woman she truly is? And more importantly, can he keep her out of his bed until that mystery man finally appears to sweep her away to wedded bliss? This 99,000 word novel is written in the modern, Regency romance style for a slightly hotter and sexier read. It may not be appropriate for younger audiences.

His for a Night

His for a Night
Author: Bethany M. Sefchick
Publisher: Bethany Sefchick
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2021-11-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Five years ago, Ellie Smith, then known as Lady Elise Kempshaw, fled her tyrant of a brother and the significantly older man she was to marry. Arriving in London, Elise manages to find work as a serving girl at the infamous gaming hell, Dionysus. There she is brought face to face with the sort of man she always wished to marry – the notorious Lord Richard Haywood. Lord Stag himself! If only he weren’t so far above her touch. Brooding and grouchy, Lord Richard Haywood believes himself content to manage his gaming hell and play the role of the aloof, unobtainable Lord Stag during Dionysus’ weekly masquerade balls. However, thoughts of a pretty, curvy serving girl with a spirited streak constantly fill his mind. Except that his own rules prevent him from dallying with the staff, drat it all, anyway! One night, passions between Richard and Elise flare, and one kiss leads to another. Until her brother arrives demanding that Richard hand over Elise. Otherwise. he’ll have Dionysus closed. Secreting Elise away to his country estate, Richard believes that he can keep both Elise and Dionysus safe from her brother until everything is sorted out and life can return to normal. Will the avowed bachelor find that keeping the delightful Lady Elise out of his bed as easy as he assumes? Or will Elise prove more than a match for the avowed bachelor? Find out in His for the Night, the twenty-fifth novel in the Tales from Seldon Park series! This 91,700-word novel is written in the modern, Regency romance style for a slightly hotter and sexier read. It may not be appropriate for younger audiences.