Download or read book The Duke and Miss Christmas written by Amelia Grey and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2015-10-13 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crispin, the Duke of Hurst, has never met a woman he couldn't handle--until he's hit over the head with a basketful of mistletoe by a young lady who mistakes his intentions. When he gets into a tussle with her--and she can hold her own--Crispin knows he has finally met his match. Miss Gwen Prim is mortified that she attacked a duke, but even more concerning is the way her resolve melts when she's near him. She's never felt this way about a London gentleman in her life. And with the magic of Christmas in the air, she may end up with a proposal she didn't expect...in this delightful Regency gem, The Duke and Miss Christmas by New York Times bestselling author Amelia Grey

Download or read book How the Dukes Stole Christmas written by Tessa Dare and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the ballrooms of London, to abandoned Scottish castles, to the snowy streets of Gilded Age New York, four bestselling authors whip up unforgettable Christmas romance. “Meet Me in Mayfair” by Tessa Dare Louisa Ward needs a Christmas miracle. Unless she catches a wealthy husband at the ball, the Duke of Thorndale will evict her family from their home. When Louisa finds herself waltzing with the heartless Thorndale, she’s unnerved by his handsome looks—and surprising charm. “The Duke of Christmas Present” by Sarah MacLean Rich and ruthless, Eben, Duke of Allryd doesn’t care for the holidays. But when Lady Jacqueline Mosby returns to town after a long absence, Eben falls under the spell of Christmas—and the woman he never stopped loving. “Heiress Alone” by Sophie Jordan When Annis Bannister finds herself stranded in the Highlands during a Christmas snowstorm, she must fend off brigands terrorizing the countryside. Her only hope falls on her neighbor, a surly hermit duke who unravels her with a kiss. “Christmas in Central Park” by Joanna Shupe Mrs. Rose Walker pens a popular advice/recipe column. No one knows Rose can’t even boil water. When her boss, Duke Havemeyer, insists she host a Christmas party, Rose must find a husband, an empty mansion, and a cook. But Rose fears her plan is failing—especially when Duke’s attentions make her want to step under the mistletoe with him.

Download or read book The Duke s Christmas written by Anthea Lawson and published by Fiddlehead Press. This book was released on 2020-10-31 with total page 6 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Escape into the warmth of a Victorian Christmas, where the scent of fresh-baked gingerbread and the festivity of the season conspire to mend an old family feud and bring together a couple perfect for one another (if only they could see it), in this newest sweet tale from USA Today bestselling author Anthea Lawson. Turned out of their home just before Christmas, Miss Mena Clarke and her mother have no other option than to accept an invitation from Andrew Harrington, the 5th Duke of Beckford, to spend the holidays at his country estate. Mena wants nothing to do with the boy who teased her so horribly in their youth, not to mention the bitter quarrel between their parents that has kept the families apart for a decade. Yet as the snow blankets Yorkshire in white, fresh beginnings don't seem quite so impossible, after all... In the mood for more sweet holiday romance? Don’t miss Noble Holidays, a complete collection of Christmas tales. KEYWORDS: Sweet romance, Clean romance, Holiday love story, Nobility, English Christmas Holiday Traditions, Love, Family, Reconciliation, Regency, Victorian, 19th Century England, Mary Balogh, Erica Ridley, Darcy Burke, Bridgerton, Duke, The Duke and I, Erica Ridley, Heartwarming

Download or read book The Heirs Club of Scoundrels written by Amelia Grey and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2017-09-19 with total page 1137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The notorious members of the Heirs’ Club are rogues who don’t believe in love—until they meet the women who can beat them at their own game. For the first time, together in one wickedly romantic e-bundle, Amelia Grey’s The Heirs’ Club of Scoundrels series: THE DUKE IN MY BED: Bray, the future Duke of Drakestone, can’t resist a challenge—even one that results in him being forced to marry one of his challenger’s five sisters, sight unseen. Except Miss Louisa Prim has no intention of marrying Bray, and with her rejection just another challenge, all bets are off in this game of love. THE EARL CLAIMS A BRIDE: The newest member of the Heirs’ Club, Harrison Thornwick’s carefree days as a reckless rogue are behind him after tragedy strikes and makes him the head of his family’s estate. Now the Prince himself strongly suggests he marry Miss Angelina Rule. Both Harrison and his bride-to-be dislike their arrangement, so they devise a scheme to work in both their favors...until a desire neither one of them expected becomes too powerful for them to deny. WEDDING NIGHT WITH THE EARL: Adam, the Earl of Greyhawke, is through with marriage and is more interested in carousing and gambling at the Heirs’ Club. But when he’s thrust back into Society, an encounter with the witty Miss Katherine Wright tests Adam’s resolve in remaining a bachelor. He decides their powerful attraction may be worth the risk of falling in love. THE DUKE AND MISS CHRISTMAS: THE HEIRS’ CLUB OF SCOUNDRELS: A NOVELLA Crispin, the Duke of Hurst, has never met a woman he couldn’t handle—until he’s hit over the head with a basketful of mistletoe by Miss Gwen Prim and Crispin realizes he’s finally met his match. Although mortified that she attacked a duke, Gwen’s more concerned about the way she feels when she’s near Crispin...could it be the magic of Christmas or will the holiday season end with a proposal she didn’t expect? MISTLETOE, MISCHIEF, AND THE MARQUIS: THE HEIRS’ CLUB OF SCOUNDRELS: A NOVELLA Seth, the Marquis of Wythebury, is expecting an ordinary Christmas—until the beautiful Miss Lillian Prim takes him to task on how he’s raising his young nephews. No one has ever been brave enough to challenge him, and Seth is finding it difficult to resist the attraction he feels towards her, even though she’s his best friend’s sister. Lillian has no intention of falling in love with the Marquis. But with Lillian’s goal of creating some Christmastide mischief, their holiday could end with a love to outlast the season.

Download or read book The Duke s Christmas A Sweet Victorian Holiday Tale written by Anthea Lawson and published by Noble Holidays. This book was released on 2023-12-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Catching Christmas written by Terri Blackstock and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2018-10-09 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An overworked attorney’s grandmother will stop at nothing to find her a date for Christmas in this heartwarming holiday love story about finding what really matters in life. As a first-year law associate, Sydney Batson knows she will be updating her resume by New Year’s if she loses her current case. So when her grandmother gets inexplicably ill while Sydney is in court, she arranges for a cab to take her grandmother to the clinic. The last thing cab driver Finn Parrish wants is to be saddled with a wheelchair-bound old lady with dementia. But because Miss Callie reminds him of his own mother, whom he failed miserably in her last days, he can’t say no when she keeps calling him for rides. Once a successful gourmet chef, Finn’s biggest concern now is paying his rent, but half the time Callie doesn’t remember to pay him. And as she starts to feel better, she leads him on wild-goose chases to find a Christmas date for her granddaughter. When Finn meets Sydney, he’s quite certain she’s never needed help finding a date. Does Miss Callie have an ulterior motive, or is this just a mission driven by delusions? He’s willing to do whatever he can to help fulfill Callie’s Christmas wish. He just never expected to be a vital part of it. Praise for Catching Christmas: “The feel-good Christmas book of the year. Blackstock’s tale of love and redemption wrapped in a holiday bow will leave you smiling. Don’t miss Catching Christmas.”—Rachel Hauck, New York Times bestselling author “Darling and laugh-out-loud cute, Catching Christmas makes the reader think about the important things in life. I read it in one gulp and wished there was more. Highly recommended!”—Colleen Coble, USA TODAY bestselling author “Blackstock weaves a compelling, romantic tale that is sure to get you into the Christmas spirit!”—Denise Hunter, bestselling author Stand-alone romance novel Perfect for gift giving or as a stocking stuffer Hopeful and encouraging Christmas story that will appeal to fans of Hallmark movies Includes discussion questions for book clubs

Download or read book The Duke s Family for Christmas written by Sarah Mallory and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2022-10-25 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A heartwarming Regency romance He has until Christmas Eve …To make them a family! Determined to claim the son his late wife kept secret from him, Leo, Duke of Tain, is working in disguise as his tutor. Until Miss Lily Wrayford, the child’s fiercely protective guardian, discovers Leo’s true identity…and gives him until Christmas to prove she can trust him! All Leo wants is to be a good father, but might this brave, captivating woman be the final missing piece of his family? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

Download or read book A Duke for Christmas written by Cynthia Bailey Pratt and published by Belgrave House. This book was released on 2014-11-20 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Widowed Sophie Banner had married a brilliant poet who proved unreliable. Now she had returned to England, only to find that Dominic Swift, Duke of Saltaire, stood her friend. The duke had been enchanted by Sophie on her wedding day, but he realized that she needed now to maintain her independence from her family and publish her husband’s poems. But Christmas was approaching… Regency Romance by Cynthia Bailey Pratt; originally published by Zebra

Download or read book Mistletoe Christmas written by Eloisa James and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From four beloved writers—Eloisa James, Christi Caldwell, Janna MacGregor, and Erica Ridley—come four original stories that tell a hilarious tale of a Christmas house party that serves up love and scandal in equal measure! The Duke of Greystoke’s Christmas Revelry is famous throughout the British Isles for its plays, dancing, magical grotto… not to mention scandals leading to the marriage licenses he hands out like confetti. But not everyone welcomes a visit from Cupid. Lady Cressida, the duke’s daughter, is too busy managing the entertainments—and besides, her own father has called her dowdy. Her cousin, Lady Isabelle Wilkshire, is directing Cinderella and has no interest in marriage. Lady Caroline Whitmore is already (unhappily) married; the fact that she and her estranged husband have to pretend to be together just makes her dread the party all the more. But not as much as Miss Louisa Harcourt, whose mother bluntly tells her that this is her last chance to escape the horrors of being an old maid. A house party so large that mothers lose track of their charges leads to a delightful, seductive quartet of stories that you will savor for the Season!

Download or read book The Duke In My Bed written by Amelia Grey and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2014-12-30 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From bestselling author Amelia Grey comes The Duke in My Bed, a wickedly romantic tale of one reckless bachelor, five unwed sisters, and a wildly unconventional game of love... HERE COMES THE GROOM As a notorious member of the Heirs' Club, Bray Drakestone can't resist a challenge from one of his well-heeled colleagues-especially when it involves money and horses. But the friendly wager takes an unexpected and deadly turn. Bray is forced to agree to marry one of his challenger's five sisters-sight unseen. Now gamblers all over London are placing bets on whether Bray will actually go through with it... THERE GOES THE BRIDE Miss Louisa Prim, the eldest sister, doesn't care a whit what the reckless rogue at the Heirs' Club promised her brother-she has no intention of marrying the future Duke of Drakestone. Bray, however, sees her rejection as another challenge. He bets that the fiery Miss Prim will not only agree to marry him, she will propose to him! With four sisters behind her, Louisa knows she can't lose. But why does her opponent have to be a divinely handsome scoundrel? And so sweetly, irresistibly seductive... "Amelia Grey lights up the pages with humor and passion."-RT Book Reviews

Download or read book A Duke for Midwinter written by Anthea Lawson and published by Fiddlehead Press. This book was released on 2015-11-29 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From USA Today bestselling, RITA-nominated author Anthea Lawson comes a heartwarming Victorian-set holiday novella celebrating the best of the season - Christmas trees, mulled wine, misunderstandings, and, of course, true love~ After a gentleman rescues her from a winter storm, Miss Selene Banning finds herself snowbound with Sir Jared Kendrick, who is not precisely who he claims to be... A Duke for Midwinter is a sweet (kisses only) Christmas-themed romance of approximately 80 pages. Keywords: Holiday Romance, Victorian Christmas tradition, second chance at love, Sweet Regency, sibling rivalry, duke nobility romance, Midwinter celebration, British Isles, mistaken identity, Meredish Duran, Courtney Milan, Sherry Thomas, Historical Romance, Clean Romance, Bridgerton, Heartwarming, Duke and I, Erica Ridley

Download or read book The Earl Claims a Bride written by Amelia Grey and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2015-08-04 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "St Martin's Paperbacks historical romance"--Spine.

Download or read book Miss Prim and the Duke of Wylde written by Stephanie Laurens and published by Savdek Management Proprietary Limited. This book was released on 2023-08-17 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens explores what happens when Fate tosses two people who had no intention of marrying each other into the hothouse of a noble betrothal under the avid eyes of the ton. A gentleman seeking a suitable wife is forced by Fate and unhelpful circumstance to become engaged to a lady who had no idea that in selflessly assisting him she was auditioning for that part. In the leadup to her tenth Season, Meg Cynster—known to the ton’s eligible bachelors as Miss Prim—takes to the country to ponder the question: If not marriage, then what? She has yet to find an answer when she comes upon a supremely elegant curricle, drawn by a pair of high-spirited horses presided over by an unconscious gentleman. Others present know where he’s staying, but can’t manage the horses. With no real choice, Meg accepts the responsibility and drives the gentleman home. Unfortunately, he’s too inebriated to just leave, so she rouses him enough to help him inside. But then others arrive, and Meg learns the gentleman is none other than Drago Helmsford, the notorious Duke of Wylde—and in order to protect her reputation, she and Drago are forced to declare that they are engaged. Although a shocking surprise for everyone, by all measures, the match is highly desirable. Meg and Drago have no option but to allow the engagement to stand until the end of the Season, when they can quietly call it off. Consequently, they have to keep the fact that their engagement is a sham an absolute secret from everyone, including all members of their families. Through the ensuing whirl of the Season, with all eyes focused avidly on them, they duly pretend to be an affianced couple—roles that, to their surprise, come to them remarkably easily. With every member of their families and all the powerful in society being unrelentingly encouraging, both Meg and Drago, with eyes wide open, start to consider the possibility that marrying the other might just be the answer they’d each been seeking when they’d first met. Then accidents start happening and quickly escalate to attacks, and it becomes clear that someone is intent on preventing Meg from marrying Drago. Why is unclear, but with the threat hanging over them, the Cynsters and Helmsfords rally around to ensure Meg makes it to the altar. But even after the wedding, when Drago and Meg retreat to his estate, the attacks continue until, with their hearts and future on the line, Drago and Meg risk all in a gamble to expose the faceless villain and bring the ever-present danger to an end. A classic historical romance laced with intrigue set in the ton’s ballrooms and drawing rooms and in the green depths of the English countryside. A Cynster Next Generation novel. A full-length historical romance of 113,000 words. “A chance encounter for Meg Cynster and Drago, Duke of Wylde, ends up changing their lives forever. Fans of historical romance will love this passionate tale set in the English countryside and the ballrooms of London's haut ton!” Kristina B., Proofreader, Red Adept Editing “A fine treat for fans of Regency romance!” Angela M., Copy Editor, Red Adept Editing “When a simple deception goes badly awry, Drago and Meg may lose more than just their hearts. Dare they risk everything to save their newfound love? Fans will be delighted by the latest thrilling Cynster romance!” Irene S., Proofreader, Red Adept Editing

Download or read book All I Want for Christmas Is a Duke written by Vivienne Lorret and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The holidays are a time for dining, dancing, and of course—dukes! Celebrate the Christmas season with this enchanting collection of historical romances featuring the most eligible bachelors of the ton… A childish prank may have reunited the Duke of Hollingsworth with his estranged wife, but only the magic of Christmas will show this couple ’tis the season of second chances… Sophie Kinsley planned to remain a wallflower at the Duke of Hollyshire’s ball. Yet when a dance with him leads to a stolen kiss, will the duke be willing to let her go? Or will Sophie’s Christmas wish be granted at last? To the Duke of Vale, science solves everything—even marriage. When the impulsive Ivy Sutherland makes him question all of his data, he realizes that he’s overlooked a vital component in his search for the perfect match: love. Patience Markham never forgot the fateful dance she had with the future Duke of Kingsbury. But when a twist of fate brings them together for Christmas Eve, will the stars finally align in their favor? An Avon Romance

Download or read book Wedding Night With the Earl written by Amelia Grey and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2016-03-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stubborn nobleman and a willful young woman are at the heart of bestselling author Amelia Grey’s newest love story. HE THINKS LOVE IS MUCH ADO. Adam Greyhawke is through with marriage. After losing his wife at a young age, he’s more interested in carousing and gambling at the Heirs’ Club than taking another trip to the altar. When his obligations as the Earl of Greyhawke thrust him into the heart of Society, he dreads the boredom that only a ballroom can inspire in a roguish scoundrel. That is, until he meets a bewitching young woman who captures his curiosity—and reminds him just how delicious desire can be. IS SHE READY TO SAY I DO? Miss Katherine Wright is accustomed to men interested only in her generous dowry. Adam’s attraction is far more powerful—he tests her wits and her courage at every turn, until she finds herself longing to fulfill an everlasting passion she never imagined was possible. But the breathtakingly handsome nobleman is as stubborn as he is scandalous, and Katharine must be the one to convince him that real love is worth any risk...in Wedding Night with the Earl by New York Times bestselling author Amelia Grey. "A master storyteller."-Affaire de Coeur

Download or read book 12 Dukes of Christmas Books 1 12 Box Set written by Erica Ridley and published by Erica Ridley. This book was released on 2024-01-31 with total page 1853 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy a delightful collection of 12 witty, feel-good, small-town romps from New York Times bestselling author Erica Ridley! ONCE UPON A DUKE Enjoy a fun regency romp featuring a spinster in a counting house, a grumpy duke, goats, true love, and a partridge in a pear tree. What could go wrong? Absolutely everything! KISS OF A DUKE A delightful romp featuring a rake (the sexy kind), a perfumer (of the chemist heroine variety), two turtle doves, one true love, and a kiss to last a lifetime. WISH UPON A DUKE An endearing historical romance featuring an astronomer heroine, an adventurer hero, three French hens, two nerds in love, and a wish that finally comes true. NEVER SAY DUKE A heartwarming romp featuring four colly birds, three French kisses, two turtledoves, one surly war hero… and the vexing young lady he cannot resist! DUKES, ACTUALLY A heartwarming romp featuring a buttoned-up duke seeking lessons in love, and a carefree hoyden who may give him much more than he bargains for… THE DUKE'S BRIDE Featuring a charming British smuggler, a clever French spinster, and a cozy holiday home in which anything might happen… THE DUKE'S EMBRACE When Monsieur le Duc discovers Miss Shelling intends to publish an exposé about his family, he’ll wage nothing short of war to stop her… but may lose more than his heart in the battle! THE DUKE'S DESIRE Featuring a grumpy hero minding his reputation, a determined spinster who doesn’t give two figs about hers, and a holiday that turns everything topsy-turvy! DAWN WITH A DUKE Secrets and scandal abound when two delightful, strong-willed opposites are snowbound together in this witty, feel-good romance! ONE NIGHT WITH A DUKE Sparks fly in this definitely-not-falling-in-love workplace romance between a handsome drifter chasing adventure, and a small-town jeweler who would never leave her home behind… TEN DAYS WITH A DUKE A second chances, enemies-while-lovers reunion romance where nothing is as it first appears, and everyone’s motives are suspect… FOREVER YOUR DUKE A forbidden love, opposites attract romp between a meticulously proper duke and an impishly improper spinster in this witty, feel-good romance! The 12 Dukes of Christmas is a series of heartwarming Regency romps nestled in a picturesque snow-covered village. After all, nothing heats up a winter night quite like finding oneself in the arms of a duke!

Download or read book Dukes Actually written by Erica Ridley and published by WebMotion. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A heartwarming romp between a socially awkward duke and the social butterfly who pines for him, from a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author: The Duke of Azureford isn’t the arrogant, aloof lord his peers perceive him to be. Yes, he’s awkward, but he has a plan to fix it. In order to woo a respectable lady, he must learn how to flirt. The completely inappropriate girl next door would make a perfect instructor, but a terrible duchess. So why can’t he walk away? Incorrigible hoyden Miss Carole Quincy likes billiards, FIX, and the beautiful, buttoned-up Duke of Azureford. She’d be delighted to help him out of his shell and into her arms. Who cares if they’re just pretending to flirt? The heady, breath-taking, soul-consuming feeling inside her runaway heart surely can’t be love… The 12 Dukes of Christmas is a series of heartwarming Regency romps nestled in a picturesque snow-covered village. After all, nothing heats up a winter night quite like finding oneself in the arms of a duke!