Download or read book The Truth Behind the Governess written by Carol Arens and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2024-09-24 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cozy up with this warmhearted Victorian romance where this governess is not all she seems! A demure governess Or a rebellious lady? Lady Vivienne is destined for marriage to a marquess—a match that is for anything but love! Before their engagement is announced, she vows to have one last adventure, and masquerading as a governess for the summer is just what she seeks… Clement Marston has no time for love and is dedicated to raising his late sister’s children. But as summer approaches, he must find help to care for the girls. The captivating and intriguing Vivienne seems like the perfect fit, but as they grow closer, he can’t help but wonder if this governess is hiding a secret… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

Download or read book The Lady s Proposal for the Laird written by Jeanine Englert and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this explosive reunion in Georgian-era Scotland A betrothal bargain With the Highlander from her past When Susanna Cameron needs to thwart her brothers’ plan to marry her off, she turns to her childhood sweetheart, Laird Rowan Campbell, with a daring proposal—to be her pretend betrothed! In exchange, she’ll help the now-hardened Rowan get revenge on the man who killed his family. The only flaw in Susanna’s plan—their returning attraction! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Secrets of Clan Cameron Book 1: A Laird without a Past Book 2: The Lady's Proposal for the Laird

Download or read book Marriage Charade with the Heir written by Carol Arens and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A marriage ruse with a Victorian Cinderella Heading to the altar …and a pretend husband! Refusing to marry her sister’s beau to please their father, Olive is at her wit's end when Joseph Billings purchases the local manor. He’s a handsome viscount’s heir and she’s a penniless villager, but they have one thing in common—being pushed to marry against their will! With his potential bride visiting for a week, Joseph suggests a bold charade: pretending to be newlyweds! As they grow closer, Olive starts wondering where the ruse ends…and reality begins. From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

Download or read book Harlequin Historical April 2024 Box Set 2 of 2 written by Amanda McCabe and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 706 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: THE EARL’S CINDERELLA COUNTESS Matchmakers of Bath by Amanda McCabe (Regency) The Earl of Fleetwood was Eleanor St. Aubin’s first love, but being a mere vicar’s daughter held her back from admitting her feelings. Now a successful matchmaker, the prospect of finding Frederick the wealthy wife he needs to settle his inherited debts is a nightmare come true! But returning from war, Frederick’s facing nightmares of his own. Eleanor feels compelled to help him, but could she ever be his Cinderella countess? MARRIAGE CHARADE WITH THE HEIR by Carol Arens (Victorian) Refusing to marry her sister’s beau to please their father, Olive is at her wits’ end when Joseph Billings purchases the local manor. He’s a handsome viscount’s heir and she’s a penniless villager, but they have one thing in common—being pushed to marry against their will! With his potential bride visiting for a week, Joseph suggests a bold charade: pretending to be newlyweds! As they grow closer, Olive starts wondering where the ruse ends…and reality begins? THE LADY’S PROPOSAL FOR THE LAIRD Secrets of Clan Cameron by Jeanine Englert (Georgian) When Susanna Cameron needs to thwart her brothers’ plan to marry her off, she turns to her childhood sweetheart, Laird Rowan Campbell, with a daring proposal—to be her pretend betrothed! In exchange, she’ll help the now hardened Rowan get revenge on the man who killed his family. The only flaw in Susanna’s plan—their returning attraction!

Download or read book The Kouvaris Marriage written by Diana Hamilton and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2007-03-01 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wanted—to have his baby! Madeleine never dreamed she would marry a Greek billionaire—especially one as attractive as Dimitri Kouvaris. But after a whirlwind courtship and three passionate months of marriage, Maddie is devastated to learn that Dimitri only married her in order to conceive a child. Desperate to escape the humiliating charade of her marriage, Maddie asks for a divorce. But Dimitri is determined to keep Maddie at his side—and in his bed—until she bears the Kouvaris heir.

Download or read book Harlequin Historical October 2024 Box Set 1 of 2 written by Helen Dickson and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2024-09-24 with total page 750 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harlequin® Historical brings you a captive trio of new Regency, Victorian and Viking romances in one collection! This boxset includes: PENNILESS UNTIL THE EARL'S PROPOSAL by Helen Dickson (Regency) Having lost her fiancé to war, Lady Juliet Sinclair refuses to lose her home to her brother's gambling debts. She certainly wouldn't otherwise be contemplating a marriage offer from her arrogant yet infuriatingly attractive neighbor, the Earl of Ashleigh... If widower Marcus didn't need a mother for his beloved daughter, he wouldn't be proposing to outspoken Juliet, either. They cross swords whenever they meet, but his daughter immediately takes to her. Yet Marcus is discovering his new bride intrigues him in ways he hadn't expected...making their battle of wills even more thrilling! THE TRUTH BEHIND THE GOVERNESS by Carol Arens (Victorian) Lady Vivienne is destined for marriage to a marquess—a match that is for anything but love! Before their engagement is announced, she vows to have one last adventure, and masquerading as a governess for the summer is just what she seeks... Clement Marston has no time for love and is dedicated to raising his late sister's children. But as summer approaches, he must find help to care for the the girls. The captivating and intriguing Vivienne seems like the perfect fit, but as they grow closer, he can't help but wonder if this governess is hiding a secret... TEMPTED BY HER FORBIDDEN WARRIOR by Michelle Styles (Viking) Viking Sibba has travelled to a Scottish island to attend a king's wedding and maintain the fragile truce between their opposing clans. Not to engage in an impromptu archery contest with his son Cal, with a kiss at stake if he wins... The Celtic warrior should remain forbidden, so Sibba's shocked by how much she wants to kiss him. She ought to stay away, but when the king's bride is kidnapped, Sibba must join forces with Cal to retrieve her before unrest rages through their kingdoms...and their dangerous desire overwhelms them both!

Download or read book Last Resort Marriage written by Pamela Stone and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Desperate times call for…a quickie wedding! And desperation is the only reason Charlotte Harrington would even consider marrying local playboy Aaron Brody. Even if he is the most irresistible man she's ever laid eyes on. Charlie's proposition could be a win-win for both of them. Aaron keeps his charter business afloat and the gorgeous, cool-as-ice hotel heiress keeps her grandfather from selling her hotel out from under her. Besides, it's temporary. Isn't it? It was supposed to be strictly a business arrangement. Falling in love with her husband wasn't part of the deal. So when the time comes, will Charlie be able to just shake hands with Aaron and part ways forever?

Download or read book Charade Plays for the Parlour written by Miss Eliza H. KEATING and published by . This book was released on 1865 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Consequences of Their Wedding Charade written by Cathy Williams and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2022-02-22 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From fake relationship to baby bombshell! Lose yourself in this unforgettable pregnancy romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Cathy Williams. The deal: a date with the tycoon The consequence: her nine-month secret! One flash of Curtis Hamilton’s mesmerizing smile and Jess Carr’s traitorous body overrules her sensible head. What was she thinking, agreeing to accompany the notorious playboy to an A-list wedding in the French Alps? Curtis’s last fling left his name splashed over the media, his reputation tarnished. Striking a just-for-show arrangement with Jess, Curtis hopes the innocent beauty on his arm can keep both gold diggers and photographers at bay. But will the paparazzi uncover their charade—or that Jess is now expecting his baby? From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.

Download or read book The Lady Tempts an Heir written by Harper St. George and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-02-22 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of Oprah Daily’s Most Anticipated Romances of 2022! A fake engagement brings together a lady with bold and daring dreams, and the heir whose heart she captured—perfect for fans of Bridgerton! Tall, dark, and brooding—to say that American Maxwell Crenshaw stood out in the glittering ballrooms of London is an understatement. He vowed never to set foot in England again, but when a summons from his father along with an ultimatum to secure his legacy has him crossing the Atlantic for the last time, reuniting him with the delectable Lady Helena March, he can’t deny the temptation she presents. Or the ideas she inspires… Lady Helena March is flirting with scandal. Instead of spending her time at teas and balls in search of another husband, as is expected of a young widow, Helena pours her energy into The London Home for Young Women. But Society gives no quarter to unmarried radicals who associate with illegitimate children and fallen women, and Helena’s funding is almost run out. So when the sinfully seductive Crenshaw heir suggests a fake engagement to save them both—him from an unwanted marriage and her from scorn and financial ruin—Helena finds herself too fascinated to refuse the sexy American. As their arrangement of convenience melts oh so deliciously into nights of passion, their deception starts to become real. But if Max knew the true reason Helena can never remarry, he wouldn’t look at her with such heat in his eyes. Or might the Crenshaw heir be willing to do whatever it takes to win the one woman he’s never been able to forget…

Download or read book The Tycoon s Charm written by Michelle Celmer and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2014-12-16 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the first time in one volume, two fan-favorite romances from USA Today bestselling authors Michelle Celmer and Yvonne Lindsay. The tycoon's paternity agenda: CEO and widower Adam Blair must find the right woman to carry his baby. Then Katy Huntly, his late wife's sister, demands she be the surrogate. The agreement makes sense on paper. He's always felt a certain pull toward Katy, and those feelings are intensifying. But falling in love has no place in this tycoon's agenda or does it? Honor-bound groom: From childhood Alexander del Castillo has been betrothed to someone not of his own choosing. Thankfully bride-to-be Loren Dubois is more than suited for her place at his side and in his bed. But he never expected his beautiful bride to get under his skin or into his heart.

Download or read book Dissolving Royal Marriages written by D. L. d'Avray and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2014-07-24 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dissolving Royal Marriages adopts a unique chronological and geographical perspective to present a comparative overview of royal divorce cases from the Middle Ages through to the Reformation period. Drawing from original translations of key source documents, the book sheds new light on some of the most prominent and elite divorce proceedings in Western history, including Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon. The comprehensive commentary that accompanies these materials allows readers to grasp, for the first time, how the constructs of canon law helped shape the legal arguments on which specific cases were founded, and better understand the events that actually unfolded in the courtrooms. In his case-by-case exploration of elaborate witness statements, extensive legal negotiations and political wrangling, d'Avray shows us how little the canonical law for the dissolution of marriage changed over time in this fascinating new study of Church-state relations and papal power over princes.

Download or read book The Dread written by Gail Z. Martin and published by Hachette+ORM. This book was released on 2012-02-01 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the epic conclusion to the Fallen Kings Cycle, set in the world of The Chronicles of the Necromancer, war has come to the Winter Kingdoms. Summoner-King Tris Drayke takes what remains of his army north for a war he is ill-prepared to fight, as reports from spies confirm Tris's worst fear. A new threat rises across the sea: a dark summoner who intends to make the most of the Winter Kingdoms' weakness. In Isencroft, Kiara's father is assassinated, and she has no choice except to return and claim the crown. But she must leave behind her husband and their infant son to face the dark power that threatens her rule. The Dread will rise. Kings will fall. The Chronicles of the Necromancer The Summoner The Blood King Dark Haven Dark Lady’s Chosen Fallen Kings Cycle The Sworn The Drea

Download or read book My Friend from Leatherhead written by Edmund Yates and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Queens of Jerusalem written by Katherine Pangonis and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-02-01 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The untold story of a trailblazing dynasty of royal women who ruled the Middle East and how they persevered through instability and seize greater power. In 1187 Saladin's armies besieged the holy city of Jerusalem. He had previously annihilated Jerusalem's army at the battle of Hattin, and behind the city's high walls a last-ditch defence was being led by an unlikely trio - including Sibylla, Queen of Jerusalem. They could not resist Saladin, but, if they were lucky, they could negotiate terms that would save the lives of the city's inhabitants. Queen Sibylla was the last of a line of formidable female rulers in the Crusader States of Outremer. Yet for all the many books written about the Crusades, one aspect is conspicuously absent: the stories of women. Queens and princesses tend to be presented as passive transmitters of land and royal blood. In reality, women ruled, conducted diplomatic negotiations, made military decisions, forged alliances, rebelled, and undertook architectural projects. Sibylla's grandmother Queen Melisende was the first queen to seize real political agency in Jerusalem and rule in her own right. She outmanoeuvred both her husband and son to seize real power in her kingdom, and was a force to be reckoned with in the politics of the medieval Middle East. The lives of her Armenian mother, her three sisters, and their daughters and granddaughters were no less intriguing. Queens of Jerusalem is a stunning debut by a rising historian and a rich revisionist history of Medieval Palestine.

Download or read book Talion written by Karen Stokes and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2003-07 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Against the backdrop of fifteenth century England, Karen Stokes has spun an uninhibited novel of a sociopathic young woman. It is the story of Darkess. A twin disowned at birth by her father, a wealthy knight. Spirited away as an infant to be raised by peasants she has a loveless and abusive childhood. When grown she seeks revenge and suffers betrayal and deceit. Vowing to regain her position and all the wealth owing she uses the skill of a witch and cunning deception. Aided by a secret passage and stalked by an apparition, Darkess desperately seeks to claim her birthright.