Download or read book The Mistress the Monster and the Marquess written by Tamsin Baker and published by Harley Romance Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-11 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scandal and opulence thrive in the London ton—but so do vampires! And one down-on-his luck marquess is about to stumble headlong into their dark and passionate world… Escorting a gaggle of gentlemen to a disreputable house one night, lord Benedict catches the attention of the brothel’s mistress, the enigmatic and eternally beautiful Lina. Tempted into her personal dungeon, the handsome marquess soon discovers the pleasures of bondage and submission. But the greatest ecstasy he experiences is when Lina feeds from him! Upon tasting the nobleman’s blood Lina discovers that he is none other than her destined blood mate; a rare gift from Fate, itself. But before long, the situation gets even more complicated… because Benedict is not destined to be hers, alone. Her oldest vampire friend, the monstrously delicious Antony is bound to the marquess too! Can the three blood-crossed lovers find a way through jealousy, passion, bloodlust, and pain to make their unique connection work? Or will Benedict’s desire to remain human doom their chance at an eternal happily ever after? This scandalous, sexy, and historical ‘whychoose’ menage paranormal romance will have you chaffing at the bit for more, and features swords-crossing love!

Download or read book Crown of the Witch written by Maggie Shaw and published by Harley Romance Publishing. This book was released on 2022-11-23 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Her hair matches her temper; And her magic matches her spirit. Courtney was poisoned over a year ago, which was the catalyst to Bella bringing her into the Magical Realm. They saved her life, but her health has never been the same. Everyone, including her father, the most powerful warlock in all the realms, is at a loss of how to help her. The cure comes from an unusual angle, and from a man filled with incredible guilt. Will Courtney be able to forgive the people responsible for hurting her for so long? Or will her need for vengeance undo everything she's built? 'Charmed' meets 'Shadow Hunters' in this fast paced, exciting paranormal fantasy series that will keep you hooked to the very end.

Download or read book The Dragon s True Mate written by Amelia Shaw and published by Harley Romance Publishing. This book was released on 2022-08-23 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you love your paranormal romances filled with self-discovery, heartache, healing, and steam, then you’ll fall head-over-heels for the story of Lucian and Katerina. Can these two star-crossed Grumpy/Sunshine lovers find their way to a happily ever after in this epic dragon shifter, fated mates adventure? Lucian The sorceress Marienne foresaw that my fated mate would be Sarah’s sister. Naturally, we all assumed that it was Nadia, her younger sister… but the gift of prophecy is not a precise art, and I soon discover that Dymitri’s bride has another sister—an older sister—Katerina. This beautiful human woman is all curves and makes my dragon heart pound. She’s everything I ever dreamed of. The only problem is, she’s not convinced I’m the one for her and is in no rush to lower the walls around her wounded heart. Katerina One hot night with my sister’s brother-in-law and everything goes to hell in a handbasket. The tall, dark, and handsome Lucian is a creature of fairytales… an actual dragon! He ardently believes we’re ‘fated mates’, but he’s from another realm and my home is here, on the other side of the veil. I have a job I love and a sick father to care for; but I can’t deny the attraction I feel for the most gorgeous man I’ve ever laid eyes on… or the fact I’m late.

Download or read book The Savage Marquess written by M. C. Beaton and published by Rosetta Books. This book was released on 2011-12-13 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Opposites attract—and strike a delicious bargain in a Regency romance from the New York Times–bestselling author of the Traveling Matchmaker series. The handsome, wealthy Marquess of Rockingham is the most notorious man in London, as infamous for his violent temper as he is for his intemperate ways. Miss Lucinda Westerville is a country vicar’s daughter, as innocent as she is lovely and as proper as a young lady can possibly be. Yet when this improbably matched pair meets at a glittering social ball, they strike the dubious bargain to become man and wife, in name only. But Lucinda soon finds that she has taken on more than she bargained for—when she vows not to love this untamed, infuriatingly attractive man. Now, she must try to rein in her own foolishly galloping heart . . . “Chesney is a romance writer who deftly blends humor and adventure . . . [Sustaining] her devoted audience to the last gasp.” —Booklist

Download or read book The Marquess of Secrets written by Karyn Gerrard and published by KG Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-07 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A secret life  Harrison Hornsby, Marquess of Tennington, heir to the Duke of Gransford, has been a scandalous rake for years. Unbeknownst to all, he’d been leading an entirely different and secret life as a physician to the poor. Though his younger brothers held out for true love, as the heir, Harrison feels he doesn’t have that luxury. The time has come to marry an appropriate bride—one who, in society’s eyes, is worthy of becoming a duchess. But fate has other plans. A damaged woman Life for Lydia Chesterton has not been kind. Once a respected nurse at a London hospital, she is alone and homeless due to disastrous decisions concerning love and trust. Lydia lives on the streets and is deathly ill and finds temporary sanctuary with Harrison. Her rescuer is hard to resist, especially when he proposes a trade of secrets. With her dangerous past threatening her future and Harrison bound by duty, a lasting love appears out of reach—unless they toss aside all obstacles and risk their hearts.

Download or read book The Marquess written by Patricia Rice and published by Book View Cafe. This book was released on 2018-01-14 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A soldier who despises women and a woman who despises soldiers must depend on each other to survive. Scarred in a duel over a feckless female, Gavin Lawrence leaves America to take up his new duty as Marquess of Effingham, vowing never to care about others again. But he does care about protecting his crumbling new home—the secret passages apparently conceal an intruder he’s determined to root out. Dillian Whitnell guards her injured cousin in isolated Arinmede manor after an attempt on both their lives. Having followed her father’s troops for years, Dillian is adept at camouflage. She just hadn’t expected the stubborn new marquess to refuse to believe in ghosts. Her game of hide-and-seek game taunts his irritation into intrigue, and intrigue into a forbidden passion, until Gavin realizes the exceedingly annoying but courageous young woman he chases is in terrible danger. Once more, the marquess is faced with the prospect of a fight for his life over a woman—unless Dillian leaves him and all she loves behind. REVIEWS “...a rousing good tale that is alternately merry, mischievous” Ann McGuire, Romance Reader “This fast-paced, witty novel will definitely delight on a cold winter’s night.” Margaret Devilbiss, Gothic Journal “Ms. Rice brings two marvelous characters together. With her mastery of subtle humor, The Marquess will please the taste of the most discriminating readers.” Joan Hammond, Romantic Times

Download or read book Not Your Average Beauty written by Michelle Helliwell and published by Michelle Helliwell. This book was released on 2015-06-16 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Beauty and the Beast inspired historical romance... Stephen Pembroke, the Marquess of Barronsfield, believes that where his love of beauty goes, death follows. Cursed to loveless existence, and with his legacy at stake, Stephen makes a desperate proposal of marriage to Rosalind Schofield, his steward’s new ward - and the plainest girl he has ever met. Rosalind has spent a lifetime being overlooked for prettier faces, when she is singled out for her lack of beauty by the Marquess, she begins to doubt if she is deserving of the love she inwardly craves. When unusual things start happening around her, Rosalind can’t help but wonder if Lord Barronsfield or his curse are who and what they appear to be. When she openly challenges Stephen about the curse, he begins to doubt everything – and comes to realize that this apparently plain, ordinary woman is not as unremarkable as he believed. Strange things are happening in Barronsfield. As they move closer to the truth, Rosalind unwittingly finds herself in the sights of the real beast in Barronsfield, and Stephen must decide if his growing love for Rosalind will be his salvation or her doom.

Download or read book Calendar of the Manuscripts of the Most Honourable the Marquess of Salisbury written by Great Britain. Royal Commission on Historical Manuscripts and published by . This book was released on 1888 with total page 784 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Calendar of the Manuscripts of the Most Honourable the Marquess of Salisbury 1597 written by Great Britain. Royal Commission on Historical Manuscripts and published by . This book was released on 1899 with total page 674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Marquess Who Loved Me written by Sara Ramsey and published by Sara Ramsey. This book was released on 2013-02-11 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A not-so-merry widow... The widowed Marchioness of Folkestone is notorious for her parties, her art collection, and her utter disregard for the rules. But Ellie Claiborne knows her destruction is near. The new marquess is her first lover -- the man whose sculpted body and sardonic grin haunt her every time she picks up her paintbrush. If he ever returns to claim his inheritance, her heart won't survive seeing him again. A man determined to destroy her... Nicholas Claiborne hasn't stepped foot in England since watching Ellie marry his cousin. He has no use for the gorgeous, heartless girl who betrayed him, or the title she abandoned him for. But when his business in India turns deadly, Nick must return to London to uncover a murderer -- and take revenge on the woman he couldn't force himself to forget. A love they can't escape... Nick hates Ellie's transformation from sweet debutante to jaded seductress. Ellie despises him for leaving her behind. Still, the sparks between them reignite the passion that should have been their destiny. As their demands of each other turn darker and a potential killer closes in, they must decide whether to guard the fragile remnants of their hearts -- or find a way to fall in love all over again.

Download or read book The Baron and the Mistress written by Karyn Gerrard and published by KG Publishing. This book was released on 2022-04-08 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A shivering young woman leans against a lamppost on London's most notorious street of ill repute. Chastity Armitage is on the run from her lecherous stepfather. Desperate for food and lodging for her siblings, she takes to the streets. She never expected a tall, handsome man to appear from the mist and change her life forever. A choice lies before her: continue down the path of never-ending poverty or become the baron’s mistress. Asher Colborne, Baron Wenlock, is shocked to discover the dressed-in-rags lady is Chastity Armitage, a young woman who had caught his attention at a ball three years past. Asher offers his assistance, but Chastity suggests a carnal contract. As a member of The Rakes of St. Regent’s Park, Asher is well aware of what such an agreement will portend. Despite the scorching attraction, they decide to keep an emotionless business arrangement in place. That pact soon falls apart, as they cannot deny their intense feelings. Many obstacles lay in Chastity and Asher’s path. For the baron and the mistress, embracing true love will be their most challenging impediment.

Download or read book How the Marquess Was Won written by Julie Anne Long and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2011-12-27 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Julie Anne Long reinvents the historical romance for modern readers, delivering intense, passionate characters and high adventure. Her writing glows.” —Amanda Quick “You will love the Pennyroyal Green series.” —Julia Quinn Rapidly rising romance star Julie Anne Long is making an indelible mark with her smart, sensual, richly emotional love stories, especially her unforgettable Pennyroyal Green novels. The fourth delectable Pennyroyal Green affair, Long’s How the Marquess Was Won is a “keeper”—the story of a beautiful orphan from the streets of Regency London, now refined, who inadvertently bewitches the dashing nobleman whom England’s scandal sheets have dubbed “Lord Ice.” A multiple RITA Award, Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Award, and Holt Medallion finalist, the incomparable Julie Anne Long is certain to win the hearts and eternal devotion of dedicated romance readers everywhere with How the Marquess Was Won.

Download or read book Love and Thunder written by Kendall and published by Heinemann Educational Books. This book was released on 1988 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Four plays of the Restoration period written by women.

Download or read book The Monster and His Mistress written by Albert Oon and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-03-02 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A tyrant is given another chance at life and his queen follows along to make sure he's doing the right thing and happy. The two will embark on a journey that will make them face small to larger than life challenges. Their love for each other is strong, but is it strong enough to last until a tyrant can be redeemed? Find out in this epic fantasy, romance story. This version of the story includes a short prequel story and behind the scenes extras after every story.

Download or read book Darling Monster written by Diana Cooper and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2014-08-14 with total page 962 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An English aristocrat’s WWII letters “illuminate British history . . . [and] offer an indelible portrait of an extraordinary woman and her vanished world.”(Kirkus Reviews) Aristocrat, socialite, actress and wife of Duff Cooper, Churchill's wartime Minister for Information, later Ambassador to France and Viscount Norwich, Diana Cooper was also an inveterate letter-writer. Gathered here, her missives to her only son John Julius Norwich during the Second World War and its aftermath provide a vivid picture of the age and its personalities, and a woman of great intelligence, happiest on her country smallholding but able to cope with the demands on a politician's wife. "While Darling Monster is a showcase of Diana’s debonair wit, it is also a unique chronicle of wartime Britain. Her vivid descriptions, the sense of bravery in the face of impending doom, make these letters the kind of primary source material historians drool over.” —The Guardian “Cooper is always quick with a turn of phrase, and the collection reminds us of a time, not so long ago, when letters were a natural part of life.” —Publishers Weekly

Download or read book The Magnificent Marquess written by Gail Eastwood and published by Signet Book. This book was released on 1998 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When dashing and wealthy Reinhart Maycott unexpectedly returns to England as the new Marquess of Milbourne, he becomes the instant darling of the "ton". Looking every inch the "Lion" he's been dubbed in India, He has half the ladies in the city avidly in pursuit of his undying devotion. But Reinhart is harboring a dark tragic secret that makes him vow never to love again. So why is he so utterly bedazzled by Miss Mariah Parbury, the most unlikely of marital prospects?

Download or read book Calendar of the Manuscripts of the Most Honourable the Marquess of Salisbury written by Great Britain. Royal Commission on Historical Manuscripts and published by . This book was released on 1883 with total page 1316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: