Download or read book How to Ensnare the Perfect Duke written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on 2023-08-28 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lady Genevieve St. Giles yearns for adventure, something more exciting than her staid, proper life. When she reads about an illicit house party hosted by the Duke of Argyle, she finds the solution to two of her problems—boredom and being consistently overlooked by the duke. Hopefully, with her attendance at this house party, she will finally gain his notice. When she succeeds, it doesn’t go quite as she’d hoped. But determination runs strong in her family, and she will stop at nothing to gain his loyalty—and his love. Cortland Beaumont, the Duke of Argyle, is a loyal member of the Wayward Duke’s Alliance. When Lady Genevieve stumbles into Cortland’s manor after stealing her grandfather’s invitation, coincidentally, the founder of the alliance, Cortland fears that his membership will be revoked if her reputation is ruined. Thus, he approaches the lady with a proposal, which she firmly rejects. A game of cat and mouse ensues, and although Cortland tells himself he’s not chasing after Lady Genevieve because he’s infatuated with her, his heart soon convinces him otherwise.

Download or read book How to Catch a Duke written by Grace Burrowes and published by Forever. This book was released on 2021-04-13 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fake engagement and plenty of charm keep the pages turning in this delightful Regency romance which the USA Today bestselling author Julia Quinn hails as "terrific." "I have come to ask you to kill me, my lord." Miss Abigail Abbott desperately needs to disappear—permanently—and the only person she trusts to help her do that is Lord Stephen Wentworth, heir to the Duke of Walden. Stephen is brilliant, charming, and—when he needs to be—absolutely ruthless. So ruthless that he proposes marriage instead of "murder" to keep Abigail safe. Stephen was smitten the instant his sister introduced him to Abigail, a woman with the dignity and determination of a duchess and the courage of a lioness. When she accepts his courtship of convenience, he also discovers she kisses like his most intimate wish come true. For Abigail, their arrangement is a sham to escape her dangerous enemies. For Stephen, it's his one chance to share a lifetime with the lady of his dreams—if only he can convince her his love is real.

Download or read book How to Love the Perfect Lord written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on 2024-05-04 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He loves me not. He loves me? Lady Arietta Greenville has long been infatuated with Griffin Barlowe, the Earl of Uxbridge. He is frequent visitor, and particular friends with her father, the Marquess of Hillhouse. The problem is that he doesn’t appear to know that she even exists, although he is perfectly polite whenever he’s in her presence. It isn’t until she visits a new seamstress and starts to wear bolder gowns, that the earl starts to give her more notice, but not in the way she might hope. Griffin has always felt uneasy in Lady Arietta’s presence, but he never really knew why. To combat his unease, he takes it upon himself to find her a husband, not knowing that beneath her shell beats the heart of a confident woman. When Arietta seduces him one fateful night, he realizes what he has been missing, but it’s too late. However, if there is one thing Griffin was never good at, it was giving up, and this is one lady he’s got his sights set on.

Download or read book How to Catch a Devilish Duke written by Amy Rose Bennett and published by Amy Rose Bennett. This book was released on 2021-02-11 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this fourth installment of the Disreputable Debutantes series, the spirited daughter of an earl is in imminent danger of ruining her reputation forevermore. Lady Charlotte Hastings-already branded a hellion by polite society-is in a terrible scrape courtesy of London's most notorious blackguard. One thing is certain: her name cannot appear in the gossip rags... again. However, Charlie's bold attempt to extricate herself from the fine pickle she's in takes an unexpected turn when the devilishly handsome Maximilian, the Duke of Exmoor-the rakehell she's secretly loved for years-comes to her aid. Upon discovering the irrepressible Lady Charlotte-his best friend's younger sister-is in danger, Max Devereux feels duty bound to offer assistance. Only he soon realizes he's also mired in deep trouble when an entirely inconvenient desire for Charlie sparks to life. If that's not enough to contend with, Max's manipulative mother is busily engineering his betrothal to a perfectly polished debutante. A hardened rake with an armor-plated heart, Max has absolutely no intention of becoming leg-shackled to anyone. At least not this Season. When unforeseen disaster strikes plunging Charlie and Max headlong into a new public scandal, Max proposes a deal: to restore Charlie's good name and to help Max avoid his mother's machinations, they'll enter a temporary engagement-of-convenience. But even the best laid plans can go awry. As passion flares between Max and Charlie, their arrangement doesn't seem like make-believe anymore... and hidden enemies intent on ruining Charlie once and for all, are waiting in the wings. Will a happily-ever-after ever be within their reach?

Download or read book His Sultry Captor written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on 2024-04-07 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Miss Florentia Parker is convinced that Archer Grindstone, the Earl of Thanefield is responsible for the death of her beloved betrothed, Jonathan Wilden, and that he is involved with a notorious press gang. She sets out on a personal vendetta of revenge with the help of her widowed friend, Mrs. Anna Shapley. The goal: abduct the earl until he changes his wicked ways. Florentia succeeds in her objective – but there’s one little problem… Archer has been undercover, working with the Home Office to put an end to the press gang’s rule. He’s managed to earn their regard, but he has yet to meet the ruthless leader. He’s close to completing his mission when a sultry lady temporarily distracts him. When he wakes up as her captive, he isn’t sure what to think. However, when the tables turn and she is suddenly dependent upon him for her safety, he can’t believe his good fortune, because although she despises him, the attraction is undeniable.

Download or read book The Blackguard s Beauty written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on 2024-08-13 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fleur Davies would do anything to protect the last of her family—her twin brother, Flavian. From fighting a duel in secret, to daring to put her virtue up for auction with the intent to clear a gambling debt, she told herself she was prepared to do whatever was necessary to ensure their survival. However, when she finds herself at the mercy of an intimidating man like Mr. Porter, it isn’t fear that courses through her. There is something about those glittering silver eyes that she can’t quite ignore… Drake has lived a life that would make most people cringe. He had been called the Devil with due cause. He never hesitates when it comes to getting what he wants. His past is littered with criminal activity, but he decides to put all that behind him. When he encounters Fleur and her errant brother, he is intrigued. But when she sends him on a merry chase, he finds that he is inexplicably drawn to the raven-haired beauty. For the first time in his life, Drake wants more than revenge. When they suddenly find themselves at the mercy of the London underground, Drake and Fleur have to become unlikely allies to save her brother’s life. But will this fiery attraction be the end of them all?

Download or read book The Secrets of Shadows written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Davien Elswood, the Duke of Blackburn, isn’t an ordinary man. Twenty years ago he was cursed with the powers of an aswang, and now he’s forced to fight the beast within. But is it only metaphorical, or in truth? He is a member of the Order of the Friars of St. Francis, a cult where men of high standing perform any number of rituals. Because of these scandalous proceedings, they must protect the truth at all costs – even if it means sacrificing one of their own. Cosette du Bouir is a poor, French orphan who spends her nights toiling as a seamstress in London while calling a dilapidated workhouse home. The only key to her past is a plain, silver locket with the cryptic inscription – To Mine…Be Mine. One fateful evening she meets the duke. He’s fearsome and intimidating, and she prays that she never sees him again. However, this encounter sparks the return of her mysterious blackouts, where a phantom voice calls out to her. Thrown together in the midst of magic and secrets, their paths intersect amid desire and chaos, until it all comes to a dramatic end. But who will be crowned the victor of this miserable fate?

Download or read book Drawing Hearts in the Sand written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on 2024-09-05 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A woman who dreams of independence, but her past swirls with secrets. A viscount who will stop at nothing to regain his inspiration. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery that leads to a path of true devotion. Miss Vanessa Carter has a secret. She made her way to the Seaside Society hoping to make a fresh start. The problem is that she’s not who she appears to be. For the past year she’s had to look over her shoulder for fear her sins would find her out, but it isn’t until she offers her guidance to a fellow artist who has lost his muse, that things start to crumble. She finds herself attracted to Lord Fane, but she knows that there can never be anything more than friendship between them. However, when the truth of her identity is revealed, Vanessa finds more than support from the Society—she discovers love. Easton Alden, Viscount Fane, hadn’t intended to remain in Burnham-On-Sea more than a few days. He’d traveled from Ireland to the sea shore hoping that it would be the cure for his sudden lack of inspiration to paint. When he meets Vanessa, he is immediately struck by her beauty and quiet charm. She is the answer to his long-awaited prayers, and he is determined to do whatever it takes to secure her regard. The problem is that she isn’t free to do as she pleases. When he soon finds himself in dire straits, he vows to clear his name from a dangerous threat, and to ensure her reputation isn’t harmed any further in the process.

Download or read book Between a Rogue and the Deep Blue Sea written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on 2024-09-05 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An independent sea captain bent on chasing adventure. A rakish earl hungry for distraction. Together they navigate the tides of scandal and desire. Miss Tassandra Devenport has never had a problem being independent. Raised by her father in Wales, she descends from a line of fishermen. She adores life on the sea and dreams of the day she can sail around the world. With Burnham-On-Sea starting to become a popular retreat, she has discovered a way to earn some extra blunt—by offering daily tours along the Channel. When she’s approached by a gentleman looking to impress a lady by improving his sailing skills, she reluctantly takes him on as her pupil. The problem is that he’s handsome and arrogant and she finds herself unwillingly drawn to him. She knows that it would be a disaster to entertain any sort of affair, but when they are forced to engage in a faux betrothal, the heat between them can’t be denied. Fraser Castwell, the Earl of Stanton, has always been a man eager to please. A confirmed rake, he sets out to impress one woman, but finds himself inexplicably drawn to another. Tassy, the captain of the Miss Mercury, is rather intriguing. She eschews ladies’ convention in favor of practicality. He’s never met anyone like her before and the more he is around her, the more he wants to deepen their acquaintance. He’s convinced that once he seduces her, this yearning will come to an end. However, when her reputation is in jeopardy, he is honor bound to endure a fake engagement—the problem is that she doesn’t know he’s an earl. As his heart slowly starts to become attached, he makes the decision to be the man he always yearned to be. But will the lies and deceit be too much to save their love?

Download or read book A Duke by Any Other Name written by Grace Burrowes and published by Forever. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brooding duke finds his beautiful new neighbor way too intriguing for his liking in this delightful Regency romance. "Grace Burrowes is terrific!" --Julia Quinn Nathaniel, Duke of Rothhaven, lives in seclusion, leaving his property only to gallop his demon-black steed across the moors by moonlight. Exasperated mamas invoke his name to frighten small children, though Nathaniel is truly a decent man -- maybe too decent for his own good. That's precisely why he must turn away the beguiling woman demanding his help. Lady Althea Wentworth has little patience for dukes, reclusive or otherwise, but she needs Rothhaven's backing to gain entrance into Polite Society. She's asked him nicely, she's called on him politely, all to no avail -- until her prize hogs just happen to plunder the ducal orchard. He longs for privacy. She's vowed to never endure another ball as a wallflower. Yet as the two grow closer, it soon becomes clear they might both be pretending to be something they're not. BookPage Best Romance Novels of 2020

Download or read book It s Raining Rogues written by Aubrey Wynne and published by Monarchal Glenn Press. This book was released on 2025-05-30 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepare to be swept away by a collection of Regency tales where love ignites amidst tempestuous storms, roaring thunder, and the seclusion of cozy hideaways. Eight captivating romances unfold as circumstances drive these gentlemen and ladies into the arms of unexpected passion. In this enchanting anthology, storms rage, rain pours, and thunder rolls—bringing together souls destined to find one another and prove that while storms may force us into seclusion, they also bring hearts together when least expected. Perfect for readers that love cozy firesides, whispered confessions, and love that blossoms in the shadows of a storm. Let the storms rage on—for within them lies the promise of unforgettable romance.

Download or read book Rules to Catch a Devilish Duke written by Suzanne Enoch and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2012-09-25 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rules to Catch a Devilish Duke Suzanne Enoch SHE BREAKS ALL THE RULES... Sophia White knows she will never marry into polite society. The illegitimate daughter of a nobleman, she works at the Tantalus Club, a discreet establishment for gentlemen—and her only suitor is a pastor who wants to save her soul. So when Sophia is invited to spend the holidays at the estate of Adam Baswich, the devilishly handsome Duke of Greaves, she is delighted—and determined to enjoy her last nights of freedom before surrendering her hand... TO CAPTURE A NOBLEMAN'S HEART Inviting Sophia for Christmas is a daring courtesy on Adam's part, but he soon finds the pleasure is all his. Sophia is beautiful, courageous, and stubbornly self-sufficient despite her scandalous circumstances—and not at all the kind of woman he could possibly marry. Adam knows he must find a wife by his thirtieth birthday or he will lose his fortune. But can he defy convention—and convince Sophia—to risk it all in the name of true love?

Download or read book The Highwayman s Heroine written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on 2024-05-07 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harlan Mathis is a notorious highwayman, at least, as far as anyone is aware. The gentleman and his gang of revelers strike renewed fear into the heart of travelers on their way to London. In truth, Harlan is a privateer for the Crown, tasked with finding out who is responsible for the threat of rebellion that is causing current unrest. With the death of William IV and the recent advent of Queen Victoria to the throne, he has to ensure a smooth transition for the new monarchy. To do that, he has to put himself in jeopardy. And now he has a lovely captive—possibly a spy—who tempts him at every turn. Miss Leah Lindquist was on her way to Birmingham to stay with her elder half-brother, a vicar, after the unfortunate passing of her aunt in France. She fears that once she arrived to stay with her new guardian, she will be forced into an unwanted union, so she isn’t entirely upset when her public coach is set upon and she is taken hostage by a mysterious, masked stranger. Neither does she intend to remain oblivious about what is going on around her. It isn’t long before she realizes that not all is as it seems and she is determined to assist in the cause. As tensions rise in the country, and the heat between Leah and Harlan steadily mount, will they secure the ending that everyone is hopeful for, or will conspiracy and mutiny rule the day?

Download or read book Up All Night with a Good Duke written by Amy Rose Bennett and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-06-28 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I can think of the perfect way to keep you occupied and your mind diverted," she murmured. "Come to my room. If you're not too tired..." Lust flashed in his gaze and then he caught her face between his hands and kissed her. "For you, my beautiful Artemis, I'd stay up all night." Artemis Jones—"respectable" finishing-school teacher by day and Gothic romance writer by night—has never lost sight of her real dream: to open her own academic ladies' college. When Artemis is unexpectedly called upon by a dear friend, a fellow Byronic Book Club member, to navigate her first London Season, she comes at once. Who knows, perhaps she can court the interest of a wealthy patron for her school. As long as she can avoid her high-handed aunt's schemes to marry her off. Dominic Winters, the widowed Duke of Dartmoor, needs a wife—someone who will provide him with an heir and help him to manage his spitfire adolescent daughter. The problem is, Society has dubbed him "The Dastardly Duke." Rumors are rife that he murdered his mad wife so his choices for a suitable bride are limited. But then he meets the ravishing and passionate Artemis Jones who might just be everything he needs. "The perfect blend of sexiness and humor... Amy Rose Bennett has created a lush, vibrant love story, her characters sharing a fabulous sensual chemistry that fairly scorches the page."—Christina Britton, award-winning author

Download or read book A Duke in Disguise written by Cat Sebastian and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One reluctant heir If anyone else had asked for his help publishing a naughty novel, Ash would have had the sense to say no. But he’s never been able to deny Verity Plum. Now he has his hands full illustrating a book and trying his damnedest not to fall in love with his best friend. The last thing he needs is to discover he’s a duke’s lost heir. Without a family or a proper education, he’s had to fight for his place in the world, and the idea of it—and Verity—being taken away from him chills him to the bone. One radical bookseller All Verity wants is to keep her brother out of prison, her business afloat, and her hands off Ash. Lately it seems she’s not getting anything she wants. She knows from bitter experience that she isn’t cut out for romance, but the more time she spends with Ash, the more she wonders if maybe she’s been wrong about herself. One disaster waiting to happen Ash has a month before his identity is exposed, and he plans to spend it with Verity. As they explore their long-buried passion, it becomes harder for Ash to face the music. Can Verity accept who Ash must become or will he turn away the only woman he’s ever loved?

Download or read book How to Catch a Viscount written by Annie Burrows and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sparky mistaken-identity Regency romance! Her plan to marry well… Has backfired spectacularly! Miss Betsy Fairfax must marry to save her family from financial ruin. Only, her mother’s overzealous efforts to find kindhearted Betsy a suitable match have made her society’s most undesirable debutante! She’s ready to give up and become a paid companion, when she shares a spine-tingling kiss with James, a charming steward. Hardly the way to catch a viscount, unless he’s not entirely whom he seems… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. The Patterdale Siblings Book 1: A Scandal at Midnight Book 2: How to Catch a Viscount

Download or read book The Visions From Dream written by Tabetha Waite and published by Tabetha Waite. This book was released on 2023-08-15 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Miss Marlene St. Clair arrives at Rosedale Heights, the massive, mysterious estate in the heart of the Yorkshire moors, hoping to make a fresh start. With no other choice but to accept the position as a lady’s companion in this far-off place, she soon learns that it isn’t the calm future she had been seeking. The servants are somber and distant, and there is proof of strange happenings, as if the visions that keep plaguing her are not enough of a warning that something is amiss. Worse yet, Marlene finds herself inexplicably drawn to the enigmatic and handsome master of this place. With his cool demeanor and piercing gaze, she can’t seem to resist him…and she isn’t certain she wants to do so. There is something about this beautiful, young woman that Sir Alaric Gothry finds impossible to ignore. After answering an advertisement to become a companion for his elderly aunt, the moment Marlene enters his study, he is entranced, held prisoner by her spell. Unfortunately, he’s also learned the hard lesson that trust is difficult to come by. His past does not allow him to get too close to anyone. He holds a compelling secret that, should it be discovered, would destroy him and the personal fortress that he’s built for protection. As an adversary from his past begins to move in and threaten all he holds dear, Alaric has no choice but to act. He will do whatever is necessary to save Miss St. Clair from a miserable fate—even if it means giving up his own life in the process.