Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke whose sister has been unwise, a widow unexpectedly drawn into difficulties, a secret correspondence, a misdelivered Valentine, a conspiracy to outwit a rake at a Valentine’s Day Ball, a love found amidst crisis. When widow, Mrs Celia Grey, receives a letter which was clearly not intended for her, she quickly deduces that the intended recipient is the Duke of Oakham’s sister – and that the letter indicates a secret, and highly improper, correspondence. She takes it to the Dowager Duchess, and finds herself drawn into the family’s affairs, and the need to prevent a scandal. Which means that she must spend time in close association with the very attractive Duke… Blaise Hartwell, Duke of Oakham, is living a rather dull life – until Mrs Grey appears with a letter that tears his quiet world apart. With his sister’s reputation to save, he finds himself acutely distracted by Mrs...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke who has rejected love, a Lady who dreams of a love match, an arranged marriage, a house full of secrets, a most unneighborly neighbor, a plot to destroy reputations, an unexpected love that redeems it all. Lady Charlotte Wyndham, given in an arranged marriage to a man she has never met - a handsome Duke - has resigned herself to making the best of it. What she never expected was to find herself hopelessly attracted to her husband, a man who is distant and formal at all times. So she sets herself to being the best Duchess she can be, caring for their tenants and household, despite her personal unhappiness. William Hawthorne, Duke of Alverton, inherited the title at 19 – and inherited a nightmare of debts and secrets with it. Now 25, he has allowed past bad experiences to make him reject the very idea of love...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke expected to marry, a Scottish Viscount’s daughter who is newly come to London, a reunion that brings up shared childhood memories, an unwanted suitor, an unexpected passion that leads to compromise, a love found under the Christmas mistletoe. Miss Èibhlin Murchison, daughter of Viscount Felldale, has been sent to London, accompanied by her aunt as chaperone, so that the Duchess of Stonemont can sponsor her introduction into society. The Duchess is an old friend of her father’s, but Èibhlin knows little of her, beyond the few times that she visited the neighbouring property in Scotland – Èibhlin has much fonder memories of her son, who was kind enough to play with her when she was barely more than a child, and to treat her as intelligent. Eight long years have passed, while she kept a keepsake of that year, tucked away in her diary. But will he, now...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Viscount with a reputation as a rake, an innocent young lady, a country house party that leads to seduction and more. A hope of love that leads to ruin… Miss Camilla Thornberry is the classic example of a lady fallen on difficult times – companion to her elderly great aunt, she is completely unprepared when she accompanies her aunt to a house party. The glamour of it all seems overwhelming to her, and her heart is captured by the first gentleman who has ever shown the slightest interest in her. Hartford Willingham, Viscount Kentbrook, is quite taken with Miss Thornberry, who is pretty, and unaffected. In a moment of impulse, he decides to amuse himself by seducing ‘the poor relation’. Things proceed apace, and he takes his time about things, even going so far as to see the girl again once the house party ends. Everything changes for Camilla...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke whose secret pleasure can never be made public, a music master’s daughter who challenges the aristocracy at every turn, a charity concert that forces them together, an impossible, forbidden love. When the Duke of Brightwood arranges a series of charity concerts, the last thing he expects, or wants, is to end up on the stage himself – but that is exactly what happens. Even worse, he must perform as accompanist to a fiery singer – a lady who is as attractive and intriguing as she is irritating. Miss Melody Piper, a music master's daughter, should be beneath his notice, for a Duke can never consider a woman like that for anything except a passing liaison. Melody knows that - still, against her best intentions, she finds the attraction between them growing. But… as their musical compatibility is proven, they are each faced with the most difficult choices of...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke with rigid opinions, a Lady whose beliefs conflict with his, a long disputed parcel of land, a conniving neighbour, a desperate collaboration, a failure of trust, a love found despite it all. Alexander Cavendish, Duke of Ravensworth, returned from war to find that his father and brother had followed his mother into death, leaving him to protect his sister, and manage the estates. He retreated into a rigid and rather harsh approach to the world, and despised what he saw as ‘charitable weakness’ in his neighbours, whom he generally avoided. Lady Penelope Whitmore, supported by her father, the Earl of Stanyon, organized other local landholders to provide charity and support to the tenant farmers in the whole district. The only large landowner not involved was the Duke of Ravensworth, who regarded her efforts as simply bad estate management. They avoided each other, polite enemies, until the day when...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

When Miss Emma Everton is paired with Nathaniel Fairmont, Earl of Limnwood, during a Valentine's lottery at the Duke of Pelhampton’s houseparty, sparks fly. Their clashing personalities set the tone for a battle of wits, but the hidden agendas of other attendees and a cascade of misunderstandings soon threaten more than their fragile partnership. As the house party reaches its grand finale, can these unlikely partners navigate a storm of intrigue and find love?

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

An Earl declared a war hero, a widow stricken with angry grief, a plot conceived in despair, lies and deception which might undo everything good in their lives, courage and forgiveness which lead to unexpected love at Christmas. Martin Luckett, the Earl of Truharton, was injured at Waterloo, even as he watched most of his men cut down around him. He returns to England to discover his father and brother dead, and himself now Earl. He has fallen into a despairing lethargy with no enthusiasm for life when the process of hiring new staff changes everything. When Martin interviews a young woman for a position in his household, he feels unaccountably drawn to her, and what follows slowly pulls him out of his blue-devilled state and gives him reason to live again. Until a terrible truth is revealed. Mrs Adeline Campion had but a few days with her husband before...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Admidst the glitter and danger of regency ballrooms, love can be elusive... but is worth everything when it is finally found. This is the second volume of the His Majesty’s Hounds Family Sagas. These volumes contain books from the series which relate to a specific family and, in some cases, books from the Elbury Bouquet series, or other stories, where the characters in those stories are part of the family being featured. This is the Saga of the Edgeworth family, beginning with Charlton Edgeworth, the Viscount Pendholm, and contains Books 2, 4, and 7 of the main series (which are ‘Intriguing the Viscount’, ‘Being Lady Harriet’s Hero’, and ‘Finding the Duke’s Heir’). These books feature siblings Charlton and Harriet, and the final story features their mother, Sylvia Edgeworth, the Dowager Viscountess Pendholm. If you love seeing the life of a family in close focus, then this is a great way...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A second son, aghast at watching his brother fritter away his inheritance, dishonouring the title, a young music teacher, accidentally drawn into the secrets and scandals of a Dukedom, a notorious highwayman, an impossible love, a miraculous resolution. Adam Villier, Marquess of Whitewell, is far better suited to being the Duke than his older brother - but that isn't an option, of course, for the only way that Adam could become Duke would be if his brother died - which Adam certainly would not wish for! But, as Adam watches his brother waste away what his father and grandfather built, he is desperate to find a solution, to save the estates, and the tenant farmers and villagers who depend on it. He is driven to ever more desperate measures, even whilst he finds himself captivated by his sister's music teacher - but how could he even consider a relationship, when...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Five of Arietta’s delightful Regency stories, collected into one volume, to keep you reading all year long! Immerse yourself in regency romance and be swept away by love! This collection contains: An Enchantress for an Earl An Earl on the edge of Scandal, a Lady disgusted by his failings, an attraction they both resist, an accidentally overheard conversation, a conspiracy to treason, a love found in the face of danger. Lady Augusta’s Letters A letter misplaced, a ship wrecked on foreign shores, a love thought lost, a journey through terrible hardship, faith rewarded by love regained. A Maiden for a Marquess A scandal, an interfering grandmother, an unavoidable marriage, dark family secrets revealed, an ever-present threat, a love that thrives despite it all. Lord of the Betrayed Will a promise made in a childhood game steal their future? She doubts his love, he fears she betrays him - but... is...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Six of Arietta’s best loved Regency stories, collected in one volume. Immerse yourself in regency romance and be swept away by love! This collection contains: To Wed an Earl A Duke’s hidden daughter, an Earl trapped by the requirements of his father’s Will, plots, deceptions, and regrets. Will the well-meaning manipulation of a friend lead to love, or disaster? Her Christmas Duke A Duke who needs a wife, but hasn’t met a woman he likes; a Lady widowed and alone, with an increasing problem; a scheming relative, an envious young fool, lies, deception and manipulation, love found in a time of grief, a Christmas wedding. The Marquess Elopes A Lady avoiding marriage, a Marquess set on thwarting her, an impetuous flight, a passionate pursuit, a scandal averted by love. Lord of the Lost A Duke haunted by the ghosts of the battlefield, a Lady who remembers the man he once...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Will Christmas bring joy, or misery? A Lady whose prospects have been ruined by an accident - and one all of her own making. An Earl who never expected to hold the title, and who has skills not expected in an Earl. A chance meeting, which changes everything, for both of them. When society, and even her relatives, turn against her, can he see past his own doubts to save her, and give love a chance to bloom? Mr Morgan Follett, the son of a second son of an Earl, went into the military, because that is what was expected of him. He soon discovered that he was not suited to it, and so sought other opportunities. Years later, settled into a happy life far from society, he acts to help an injured girl. A girl he expects to never meet again. Lady Venetia Chater is beautiful, and talented, but...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Will a promise made in a childhood game steal their future? She doubts his love, he fears she betrays him - but... is it real? or do others' lies seek to drive them apart? An Earl who fears betrayal, a Lady convinced that she is certain in her affections, a long lost friend, an unhealthy obsession, a love saved from scandal and ruin. Roland Shelton, Earl of Eldwood, has finally allowed himself to trust that he will not be betrayed, to believe that he is worthy of love, and is soon to marry. Cautiously, he hopes for happiness. Lady Gabrielle Vickery has dreamed of marrying Lord Eldwood for many years, and is ecstatic that it’s finally going to happen. Sure in her love for him, she cannot imagine anything which could diminish their happiness, and counts down the days to the final reading of the banns, and the setting of...

Genres: Other, Historical Fiction
Formats: Paperback
Age Groups: 12-15, 16-18, 18+

Relax and enjoy creating beautiful results! USA Today Bestselling Author of Regency Romance, Arietta Richmond, brings you a series of wonderful regency themed coloring books! Are you a coloring enthusiast? Enjoy a wonderful collection of coloring pages that will help you escape the chaos of everyday life. If you need a relaxing coloring book, then this is the book for you! The elegant designs evoke the beautiful regency era - immerse yourself in the beauty of history. A stunning collection of relaxing and easy-to-color pictures can be found in this coloring book - there are more than 50 amazing pictures for you to color. Simple as well as intricate designs are included to accommodate any skill level. An example of a few of the designs found in the book can be seen on the back cover. There are over 50 unique designs to color (no duplicates) They are printed single...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke’s heir seeking purpose in his life, a Lady with unconventional ideas, a collaboration for good, a campaign of scandalous gossip, a love won at knife point. Thorne Gardenbrook, Marquess of Wildenhall, heir to the Duke of Elbury, needs something to fill his days – something other than his mother’s insistence that he find a bride. When he decides, on a whim, to order a sword cane and learn to use it, he sets in motion a completely unexpected chain of events. Lady Faith St John is facing the fact that, after the scandals which rocked her family in the previous year, she may never find a man she would be willing to wed. Yet she will not give up her determination to marry for love, nor her unconventional ideas about ladies being able to defend themselves from the unwanted attentions of overly familiar gentlemen. Then a secret revealed...

Genres: Other, Historical Fiction
Formats: Paperback
Age Groups: 12-15, 16-18, 18+

Relax and enjoy creating beautiful results! USA Today Bestselling Author of Regency Romance, Arietta Richmond, brings you a series of wonderful regency themed coloring books! Are you a coloring enthusiast? Enjoy a wonderful collection of coloring pages that will help you escape the chaos of everyday life. If you need a relaxing coloring book, then this is the book for you! the elegant designs evoke the beautiful regency era - immerse yourself in the beauty of history. A stunning collection of relaxing and easy-to-color pictures can be found in this coloring book - there are more than 50 amazing pictures for you to color. Simple as well as intricate designs are included to accommodate any skill level. An example of a few of the designs found in the book can be seen on the back cover. There are over 50 unique designs to color (no duplicates) They are printed single...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke haunted by the ghosts of the battlefield, a Lady who remembers the man he once was, an unexpected compromise, a call to courage in the face of despair, a love redeemed despite it all. Lord Devlin Vickery went to war eleven years ago, driven by a sense of duty, and the hope of glory. Now, he returns home a broken man, driven only by his sense of duty, to take up the title of Duke of Grimstoke after his father’s death. His experiences have left him haunted by the ghosts of death and destruction, detached from the real world, and certain that he will never truly feel any warmth in his life again. Only one memory gives him the faintest of hopes. Lady Desdemona Shelton is twenty five, and still unwed, having turned away every suitor. Though her mother despairs, she is determined to wait for the only...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Three great Regency Historical Romance stories in one volume! These hot Regency romances will keep you turning the page! These are the 4th, 5th and 6th stories in the Derbyshire set series. Book 7 - The Marchioness’ Second Chance A widowed Marchioness, a Scholar, secrets kept far too long, a surprise inheritance, a love that heals old wounds. Olivia Asterwood, Marchioness of Hemsbridge, is two years widowed, and focusing all of her energies on finding a wife for her son. Until, that is, she meets a scholar with as much of an obsession for the history of the great families as she has. Edward Greenidge, third son of a Viscount, has spent his life as a scholar of genealogy. Burying himself in his research has seemed the safest path, after his one venture into marriage failed disastrously. A widower, he expects to spend the rest of his life in libraries,...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Twins risk everything when they defy the orders of the King, take on false identities, and seek to clear their grandfather’s name, for the sake of their family, and their own chances for a better future. Of course, at least one of them finds love in the process…. Lady Jenneta Darley has returned to London, incognito, after seven years away. Her great aunt insisted – and Jenneta cannot disagree with her reasons, but still, she is afraid, for by doing so, she is disobeying orders given to her family, by the King! Yet if she had not come, what hope would she ever have for her own future? At least in London she might meet eligible gentlemen, and, if she is lucky, find a way to see her twin brother again. Lancelot Williams, Marquess of Bainbrook, has been quietly recruited by the King’s spymaster, to assist with an investigation –...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke who needs a wife, but hasn’t met a woman he likes; a Lady widowed and alone, with an increasing problem; a scheming relative, an envious young fool, lies, deception and manipulation, love found in a time of grief, a Christmas wedding. Mrs Verity Millwood is recently widowed, and has just been dealt a shocking blow. After a miserable Christmas, she finds herself stranded in a small village, with limited funds, and nowhere to go. She is also, she suspects, faced with an increasing problem, even though she only had a few short weeks with her husband, before he went to war, and perished… When the kindness of strangers gives Verity somewhere to live, at least temporarily, she is somewhat relieved, but then, as she walks on the meadows, she comes across a man like no man she has met before. Lord Daniel Trowbridge has been hounded by his...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A lady’s maid with a fascination for legends, a Count recently returned to his main estate, a lurking ancient enemy, an accidental meeting of fated mates, love saved by his dragon nature. Miss Amalie Dubois is glad to return to Italy with her mistress and is intent upon learning more of the local legends. But perhaps there is more to those legends than she’d thought? Fabiano Angelini, Conte Terrini, is far more than he seems. A dragon shifter, his life is one of subterfuge – appearing to be an ordinary member of the aristocracy, whilst taking whatever action is necessary to keep dragonkind safe from both humans, and an ancient enemy. But after so many years, he is beginning to doubt that he will ever find his mate. But everything changes for both of them when they come face to face… How can Amalie see more of the man who...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

An Earl with an unexpected problem, a country Miss fighting to save everything she holds dear, an unscrupulous estate manager, impossible choices, a scandalous love. Philip Ashton, the Earl of Riverford, tired of the social whirl of London, is returning to his country estate for the first time in the four years since his father’s death, expecting things to be much as they used to be. But what he discovers on his arrival is far different from that expectation. When the man he should be able to trust proves to be utterly unworthy, he turns to the only person who seems likely to be able to help him discover the truth. Miss Bluebell Thornley has reached the point of despairing desperation, after near two years of deflecting the attentions of the Riverford estate manager, whilst also attempting to protect the inhabitants of Riverford Village from his cruelty. Then, she is...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Four of Arietta’s delightful Summer stories, collected into one volume, to keep you reading all Summer long! This Collection contains: A Minx for a Merchant Lady Primrose Gardenbrook is unconventional – she wishes to be an artist, paints exquisitely in oils and, further defying the expectations of the ton, is quite sure of who she wants to marry, despite the fact that he is a merchant, with no title whatsoever. There is just one difficulty – Mr Gabriel Morton, the object of her affections, believes himself unworthy of her, even though his wealth exceeds that of many titled men… But when circumstances conspire to throw them together on a sea voyage, even as Primrose is given the chance to further her artistic ambitions, everything seems to change. Will she convince him? Or will his lower social status cost them the chance for love? Her Absent Duke Betrothed since childhood, they...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Lady avoiding marriage, a Marquess set on thwarting her, an impetuous flight, a passionate pursuit, a scandal averted by love. Lady Penelope Grantham is quite certain that none of the eligible gentlemen will suit her – no matter that she is in her third Season. The only man she has the slightest respect for is the one man she always argues with. She is beginning to think that life as a spinster may be the better choice – until her father tries to force her hand. Simon Hart, Marquess of Marlby, has watched Lady Penelope for three years now – and slowly but surely fallen for her, even whilst he argues with her at every turn. She has courage, and a determined character which he admires – but he has begun to despair of ever convincing her that marriage might be worthwhile. Until, that is, he has a private...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke’s hidden daughter, an Earl trapped by the requirements of his father’s Will, plots, deceptions, and regrets. Will the well-meaning manipulation of a friend lead to love, or disaster? A decision made before she was born has set the scope of Hannah’s life. She has lived quite happily as the daughter of a village Vicar, despite knowing that she is, by birthright, entitled to a far higher status. But when her stepfather dies, and a new Vicar is appointed to the living, she is left with others to support, and little recourse but to reach out to the relatives she has never known. An ultimatum delivered from beyond the grave has changed the path of Robert, Lord Tarynholt’s, future. No matter how he might try to find a better answer, he can only see options which lead to disaster for those who depend upon him, or complete misery for...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Four of Arietta's best loved springtime set stories, collected in one volume! This collection contains: A Diamond for a Duke The Duke of Blackwater has been left bitter by past betrayals, but when he meets the kind-hearted Lady Camellia, he begins to see some things differently. Lady Camellia, however, has her own secrets to keep, and when blackmail is added to the mix, everything is at risk, and it is only love which can heal the past. Her Passionate Duke The Duke of Grantsham is far more than he seems, but he cannot risk exposing the truth. Lady Linnet Quinton hopes to make a match which will improve her family’s situation, though a Duke seems reaching too far. When a charitable cause brings them together, they each discover the unexpected - including how effective a fire poker can be, at foiling a plot to kill. Will love triumph? or will...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

Four of Arietta’s delightful Christmas stories, collected into one volume, to keep you reading all Christmas long! This collection contains: A Christmas Bride for the Duke One ill-advised kiss has put them in an impossible position – it’s a choice between destroying a lady’s reputation, or clearing the Duke of Braeness of a murder accusation. Will the Duke sacrifice himself for Lady Eleanor, or will it be the other way around? The Duke’s Christmas Vow The Duke of Oakmoor gave his solemn vow – a vow that he dreads having to fulfil. Now, as the deadline draws near, an unexpected meeting on a country lane delivers him a possible solution. Will a trail of feathers lead to disaster, or to love? A Bluestocking for a Baron Baron Wrenton has, quite shockingly, gone into business – a business which aligns with Lady Rose Gardenbrook’s favourite things – food, and science. But...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A letter misplaced, a ship wrecked on foreign shores, a love thought lost, a journey through terrible hardship, faith rewarded by love regained. Dario Harrison, Marquess of Weatherbrook, is urged by his father, the Duke of Winterward, to travel to their estate in Italy, before the weight of the Dukedom falls on his shoulders. When Dario agreed, he had no expectation of falling in love before the date set for his departure… Lady Augusta Carlington has found her true love, and an idyllic summer together has shown that all that is needed is his proposal. All seems wonderful, until she discovers that he is to travel to Italy – a dangerous matter indeed, as Napoleon’s armies and navy make all manners of travel a matter of risking one’s life. But surely, if he must go, he will propose before he does? As the date approaches, Augusta despairs – there has...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A young lady with a lifelong dream of writing, a novelist who is far more than he seems, a Duke who leads a double life, a noblewoman bent on revenge, a love born in fire and passion. Miss Ella Radcliffe’s family is in desperate straights. And rather than marry the man her mother has chosen, she looks for work – hoping that her love of writing might help her save the family from starvation. When a mysterious offer of employment turns out to have come from her literary hero, she begins to hope that things may improve. But it soon becomes obvious that nothing is quite as it seems… Mr Oscar Harman is a celebrated author – with a problem. More than one problem, in fact. First, his inspiration has deserted him, and second, the spectre of old wrongs haunts him – rather literally. If he is ever to finish...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A scandal, an interfering grandmother, an unavoidable marriage, dark family secrets revealed, an ever-present threat, a love that thrives despite it all. Lady Iris Gardenbrook has seen all of her sisters find love and marry. She hopes for the same, but has not met a man she would truly consider – until she sees the Marquess of Greenleigh play the pianoforte. A man who looks that good, who obviously shares her love of music, and who plays that well is perfect. She’s falling in love just watching him – but he is reclusive, and rarely seen in society. How will she ever attract his attention? Leon Atherton, Marquess of Greenleigh, is resigned to an unmarried life – at least for the foreseeable future. His family holds too many secrets, too many painful challenges, for him to ever consider inflicting that on a wife. But he cannot deny his attraction to...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

An Earl on the edge of Scandal, a Lady disgusted by his failings, an attraction they both resist, an accidentally overheard conversation, a conspiracy to treason, a love found in the face of danger. Arryn Carrington, the Earl of Merryfield, is obsessive about truth and honesty. It’s an obsession that has just led to him being sent down from Oxford, which has put his father, the Marquess of Westerhazy, in a rather difficult position. Arryn has vowed to put things right, somehow, but when his father suggests that finding a young woman to marry would be a good start, Arryn flinches from the very idea. He has never met a woman with a true thought in her head - until he is introduced to Lady Violet Gardenbrook, whose every utterance upends his view of the world. Lady Violet Gardenbrook values books and study above all else – and the thought...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Duke who needs a wife, but doesn’t want one; a Lady who needs to marry for money, but would far prefer love; an envious acquaintance, lies, deception and manipulation; a dramatic pursuit of truth; a love reclaimed from the storm. Lady Hope Spencer needs to marry well – and as soon as possible. Her father’s untimely death has left her with an impossible burden of debt, an ailing mother, and barely a roof over their heads. The fact that she has never had any confidence at all amongst society is a handicap she must overcome before disaster befalls her. Unfortunately, on attending her first Ball, an unexpected collision with a handsome gentleman sets all of her best intentions awry. Xavier Harte, the Duke of Birkchester, needs to marry, to ensure that he gets an heir, and that the title and estates are secured for future generations. But the last...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

This is the first volume of His Majesty’s Hounds Family Sagas. These volumes contain books from the series which relate to a specific family and, in some cases, books from the Elbury Bouquet series, or other stories, where the characters in those stories are part of the family being featured. This is the Saga of the Barrington family, beginning with Hunter Barrington, the Duke of Melton, and contains Books 1, 9, 11 and 13 of the main series (which are ‘Claiming the Heart of a Duke’, ‘Healing Lord Barton’, ‘Loving the Bitter Baron’ and ‘Rescuing the Countess’), plus a short story - ‘A Scandalous Spring’, which is exclusive to this Saga Collection and not available anywhere else. These books feature siblings Hunter, Sybilla, Alyse and Charles Barrington, and the final story features their mother, Louisa Barrington, the Dowager Duchess of Melton. If you love seeing the life of a family...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Lady forced into marriage, a Duke with a dark reputation, an unseen enemy, lies, secrets and ‘helpful’ friends – can they find their way to love, despite it all? Lady Ariana Torryngton was forbidden the only man she had ever loved – and has resolved to stay a spinster. But her dictatorial father, driven by his own approaching death, has arranged a marriage for her – to a man with a terrifying reputation. A marriage which she cannot avoid. Benedict Blackshaw, the Duke of Darkmire, is plagued by the rumours of dark horrors of his ancestors – horrors which the common people believe he may well perpetuate. As a consequence, the young women of the ton have turned away from him. When the Earl of Hazelworth suggests a match with his daughter, Benedict agrees, hoping that marriage will change things in his life. From the moment of their first...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

This is the fifth and final volume of the Collected His Majesty’s Hounds series. It contains Books 14 to 17, which are ‘Betting on a Lady’s Heart’, ‘Attracting the Spymaster’, ‘Courting a Spinster for Christmas’ and ‘Restoring the Earl’s Honour’. The series is comprised of 17 books. This is the fifth and final collected set. The series follows the life of six men (and their families and friends), who spent the latter part of the Napoleonic wars as an intelligence unit in Wellington’s army in France and Spain, as they return to England at the end of the wars, and take up the reins of their civilian lives again, and navigate the complexities of society and the ton. Where they left England as second sons, many now return as Lords, with all of the resultant responsibilities - which includes marrying and begetting an heir. Of course, along the way, they...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A Lady with unexpected interests and few prospects, a Duke with a vow to keep, a Christmas House Party, an accidental meeting, a plot to compromise, a trail of feathers, a love born of defiance. Lady Charity Pemberton is prone to being blunt, and does not fit in all that well with society – she would rather ride or walk across the countryside, and indulge her habit of collecting feathers. When she finds herself invited to a Christmas house party, at which it is rumoured the Duke of Oakmoor will choose a bride, she is quite certain that he would never consider her. Her mother holds out greater hope – for their family finances are fragile, and Charity needs to marry well. Rafe Livingstone, the Duke of Oakmoor, made a vow to his mother a year ago, to choose a woman to marry by the following Christmas – a Christmas...

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“Shock coloured her features, so well done that he almost believed it for a moment. He laughed, and it sounded harsh to his own ears. She flinched, and the bitterness drove him. He had dreamed, for ten years, of revenge, or reconciliation – it seemed clear that reconciliation was not an option. Revenge it was, then.” Widowed Violetta Tytherton, Countess of Caldicot, will be perfectly happy if she never sees the man who betrayed her, ten years before, again. She has moved on from that, and is enjoying her independence. And, perhaps, by going to her favourite cousin’s Christmas House Party, she might also enjoy Christmas for the first time in her life. Christophe Bourdain, Duke of Lustering, is still attempting to deal with everything he inherited, and to reinsert himself into London society. Duty says that he should marry, and beget an heir – but he cannot face the...

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A Lady with a private passion, a merchant who loves above his station, a shared yearning for travel, a conflict of perception, an unexpected enemy, a love born in adversity. Lady Primrose Gardenbrook is obsessed by art, and is a talented artist herself – but she is also obsessed by Mr Gabriel Morton, a man that most of the ton regard as beneath her, for he is commoner born and a merchant. Nonetheless, she is determined to pursue a better acquaintance, no matter what it takes. Mr Gabriel Morton has been more than half in love with Lady Primrose from the moment that he met her – but is wise enough to know that a Duke’s daughter is most unlikely to consider him, no matter his wealth, or highly placed connections. When he discovers that Lady Primrose is as interested in travel as he is, he finds himself entertaining foolish...

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Five of Arietta’s delightful Autumn related stories, collected into one volume, to keep you reading until winter comes! This collection contains: Finding the Duke’s Heir When Sylvia, Lady Pendholm, offers to buy a house owned by the Duke of Windemere, she triggers an unexpected series of events. By the end of it, there is a tangle of mysteries to unravel, old truths to reveal, and more. But most important of all is the second chance love she finds in the process. A Duke in Autumn The Duke of Oakthorpe has gone to Bath for the Autumn, for respite from both his duties as Duke, and his mother’s matchmaking. When he meets the very proper young lady who is staying in the house next door, he makes it his challenge to tempt her to try, just once, the joys of being naughty. Lord of the Storm Lady Grace, long a hoyden,...

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A Lady abandoned by the man she loves, a Duke determined to prove his worth, a chance meeting, a renewed courtship, lies, misdirection and despair, a triumph of love restored. Lady Elizabeth Chartwell has avoided London since her first Season, which ended with the loss of the man she thought the love of her life, and her belief that no man could ever be trusted. But now, her sister has persuaded her to return to London, to be seen in society again. Elizabeth is intent upon enjoying herself, whilst avoiding her sister’s matchmaking attempts, and then retiring to the country again. An excellent plan - which seems far less achievable from the moment that the Duke of Blackstone saves her nephew’s life. Gavin Villiers, the Duke of Blackstone, spent his time at university behaving as a rake, well loved within society, and rather irresponsible in all areas of his life...

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Five of Arietta’s best loved Summer stories, collected into one volume! This collection contains: Enchanting the Duke When an infatuation with the wrong man places Lady Cordelia Branley in a difficult position, the intervention of the Duke of Rotherhithe leads to far more than she ever expected. The Duke and the Spinster When a summer house party puts Lady Juliana Willoughby in the path of the Duke of Kilmerstan, he is intrigued, but when she disappears without warning, he finds himself on a desperate path - a path which leads, inexorably, to love. Her Summer Duke Lady Margaret has been promised to a Duke since childhood - but now, she has doubts. Doubts intensified by a chance meeting with a handsome ship’s Captain - who soon proves to be far more than he at first seemed. Will duty or love win the battle in Lady Margaret’s heart? A Vixen for...

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This is the fourth volume of the Collected His Majesty’s Hounds series, and contains Books 10 to 13, which are ‘Kissing the Duke of Hearts’, ‘Loving the Bitter Baron’, ‘Falling for the Earl’ and ‘Rescuing the Countess’. The series is comprised of 17 books. This is the fourth collected set – more will follow. The series follows the life of six men (and their families and friends), who spent the latter part of the Napoleonic wars as an intelligence unit in Wellington’s army in France and Spain, as they return to England at the end of the wars, and take up the reins of their civilian lives again, and navigate the complexities of society and the ton. Where they left England as second sons, many now return as Lords, with all of the resultant responsibilities - which includes marrying and begetting an heir. Of course, along the way, they each...

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A Lord and a Lady promised from birth, an avaricious uncle with plans of his own, an impossible choice which leads to disaster, an unplanned compromise, a love fulfilled despite all opposition. Lord Marcus Northam was betrothed to Lady Kathryn Harrington when he was four, and she just born. Always in each other’s company, they grew up, certain of the happiness of their fate together – until he was sent off to school, and a series of misfortunes led to a pivotal moment. On the day that should have been the happiest of his life, Marcus is forced to make an impossible choice – and the consequences of that choice will shatter both of their lives. Lady Kathryn Harrington has always loved Lord Marcus, and held no doubt that he would marry her, even in the lonely years after her parents’ deaths, whilst he was away at school. Her faith...

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A Lady with limited prospects, and an unwanted suitor, a Duke with secret responsibilities, and a passion for protecting the poor, an enemy who plots to kill, an act of unexpected heroism, love found amidst the chaos. Lady Linnet Quinton has few prospects for a good marriage - but she most definitely does not want to marry the man her mother is pushing her towards! When she meets the Duke of Grantsham, she finds herself helplessly coming to care for him, inspired by his passion for helping the poor. But... there are some puzzling things about him, things which make her wonder if what he shows to the world is all of the truth. Jeremy Starret, the Duke of Grantsham, has a passion for helping those threatened, especially children. With his mother, he sponsors an orphanage - and struggles to get the aristocracy to donate to that cause. But, whilst...

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A Duke left bitter by past betrayals, a kind-hearted lady with secrets to keep, a family trapped by the mistakes of the past, blackmail and threats confronted, a love which heals the past. Damien Falton, the Duke of Blackwater, has been full of bitter anger since his father’s Will reading – which revealed that everything he thought he’d known about his life was a lie. Now, over a year later, with his mourning over, he must deal with society again, for the sake of his sisters, and their chances of finding men they wish to marry. The fact that he, too, will need to marry is something he doesn’t wish to contemplate – until he meets Lady Camellia Gardenbrook. Despite all expectations, she makes him want to believe that love without betrayal is possible. Lady Camellia Gardenbrook hopes that she will eventually find love, as her older sisters have –...

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Five of Arietta’s delightful Spring and Valentine’s Day related stories, collected into one volume, to keep you reading until summer arrives! This collection contains: Giving a Heart of Lace What starts as a desperate measure to survive leads Lady Serafine Parkington to a Valentine’s Day she will never forget. Being Lady Harriet’s Hero Investigating the contents of her neighbour’s newly acquired mansion seemed like a wonderful way to get closer to him - but Lady Harriet finds herself falling into a traitor’s trap, rather than Lord Geoffrey’s arms. Can Lord Geoffrey save her before it’s too late? Loving the Bitter Baron Gerald, Lord Tillingford, cannot allow any woman to get close to him - for he knows that his experiences during the war have left him a monster, but Lady Alyse Barrington is determined to get past his frosty exterior, and discover the man beneath. That quest leads her into...

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An impoverished Governess, a grieving Earl with problematic daughters, an unexpected passion, betrayals and confusion, a love that conquers all. Mrs Constance Leslie is desperate. Cut off by her family long before, and now a widow for two years, with her employment completed, she faces starvation for herself and her ailing mother-in-law. Though her past work has been as a governess and companion, at this juncture, even the chance to work as a maid at Blackwood Chase looks good. But working there will challenge everything about her, as she deals with her employer’s thoroughly spoilt daughters, and her own undeniable attraction to the Earl. Peregrine Stapleton, the Earl of Blackwood, still grieves his first wife, although she has been gone five years and more. His grief has led him to spoil his daughters, and now he must face the fact that, before the eldest is introduced to society, the behaviour...

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A Scottish Duke with a dark reputation, a Lady seeking a respectable suitor, a Christmas house party, a secret kiss, an unexpected death, the suspicion of murder, a rescue, a love beyond all expectation. Lady Eleanor Willoughby comes to her sister’s Christmas House Party hoping to meet a man worth contemplating as a husband, after a less than inspiring Season. But almost the first man she meets is everything she doesn’t want… Adair Craigie, Duke of Braeness, has never been well accepted in society. His sheer size is enough to intimidate most women, and the wild black hair lends him a ferocious appearance. Gossip and rumour follows him, no matter what he does, and he doubts he will ever fit in, or find a wife who does not fear him. But when an enchanting young lady literally falls into his grasp… he catches her, as a gentleman should. Circumstances lead...

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Six of Arietta’s delightful Christmas stories, collected into one volume, to keep you reading all Christmas long! This collection contains: Kissing the Duke of Hearts Getting snowed in with a woman he despises may just be the best thing that has ever happened to the Duke of Hartswood. Courting a Spinster for Christmas Investigating a mystery hundreds of years in the making leads to more than Miss Lydia Millpost expects - far more. To Dance with the Dangerous Duke One past mistake seems likely to destroy Lady Isabelle’s future - until the Duke of Dangerfield gets involved. Lady Theodora’s Christmas Wish She didn’t really expect her wishes to come true at the Christmas Ball.... The Marchioness’ Second Chance Having always believed that love wasn’t necessary, Olivia, Lady Hemsbridge finds her opinions changing, as circumstances give her a second chance in life. The Gift of a Christmas Scandal The Duke of...

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A Bluestocking with unfashionable interests, a Baron with a deep investment in trade, an unscrupulous business rival, kidnapping, blackmail and rescue, love found in the face of danger. Evan Shoreham, Baron of Wrenton, is used to the ton finding his business interests not only incomprehensible, but also worthy of disdain. As a result, he has no expectation of marrying any time soon. Which does not stop him wishing for a woman who might care about the things that matter to him. Lady Rose Gardenbrook has tried hard to keep her bluestocking tendencies well hidden, in the hope of eventually meeting a man she might be willing to marry. So far, that hope has been unfulfilled. The only man she has met who is the least bit interesting is Lord Wrenton – but he shows no sign of interest beyond intellectual conversation… Can they each risk revealing their feelings and hopes,...

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A rebellious Lady, a Baron’s heir, a too proper Marquess, matchmaking gone awry, a storm drenched kiss in the haunted ruins, a last minute triumph of love. Lady Grace Wellford has always been happy riding about the countryside with her best friend, Miss Amelia Gardner, and Amelia's brother Theodore. Far happier than when she is expected to be ladylike indoors. But now that she is eighteen, her mother intends that to change, in preparation for the coming Season. Even the chance for Amelia to stay at Hesterton Park with her is not enough to make up for the loss of her freedom... Mr Theodore Gardner is coming to realise that, now that they are both grown, he sees Lady Grace rather differently from before - but he knows that she can never be for him - she is far above his social standing, and her mother hopes that she will...

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A Marquess with a scandalous collection, a Lady with a fascination for everything improprietous, a book in need of translation, an unexpected enemy, a scandal designed to destroy, a love stronger than any threat. Lady Mariel Angleton has a talent for languages, and has always been fascinated by the sensual and sexual side of things, especially since she helped her friend Selina marry the man she loved, through 'discovering' Selina in a compromise... But young ladies of the ton are not supposed to know about such things. She goes to visit the now married Selina for a month or so, before the next London Season, and hopes to discover interesting books in Selina and Alex's library. What she finds is far more than she had ever expected... Dashiell Hardstone, the Marquess of Longwood, has spent the last eight years overseas, in Italy and beyond. Along the way, he has amassed...

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This is the third volume of the Collected His Majesty’s Hounds series, and contains Books 7 to 9, which are ‘Finding the Duke’s Heir’, ‘Winning the Merchant Earl’ and ‘Healing Lord Barton’. The series is comprised of 17 books. This is the third collected set – more will follow. The series follows the life of six men (and their families and friends), who spent the latter part of the Napoleonic wars as an intelligence unit in Wellington’s army in France and Spain, as they return to England at the end of the wars, and take up the reins of their civilian lives again, and navigate the complexities of society and the ton. Where they left England as second sons, many now return as Lords, with all of the resultant responsibilities - which includes marrying and begetting an heir. Of course, along the way, they each find love, but the course...

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A Lady of impeccable manners, a Duke who is a charming rogue, an Autumn sojourn in Bath, a dare, a secret passion, an enduring love found. Lady Eugenia Rutherford is the 'good girl' sibling - and now that both her brother and her sister are married and happy, she is beginning to wonder if she will ever fall in love. She had made being proprietously perfect her life's mission, but now, it is starting to feel dull - and she quietly longs for adventure, but doubts she will ever dare to seize it. Morris Woodfield, the Duke of Oakthorpe, has always rebelled against the strictures of society - enough to be known as a rogue, but never quite enough to be ostracised. He is in Bath to visit his aunt, and escape the pressures of his title, and his mother’s obsessive attempts to find him a wife, for a while....

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A Viscount who avoids society, a young lady followed by rumours, a suitor with selfish intentions, scandal narrowly averted, a rescue, a passionate love. Ignatius (Nash) Harringdon, Viscount Challoner, prefers the country to London, and poring over estate books to attending Balls. But when his brother’s oldest friend marries, he finds himself in London, helping to arrange the wedding festivities. And when he meets Miss Wormsley, his perception of society women is turned on its head. But that is not enough to make him forget the past, and the fact that love and passion only lead to pain. So… why is he staying in London, longer than he had planned? Miss Beatrice Wormsley is glad that her sister has found happiness, and is marrying, but she begins to wonder if she will ever find love herself. For it is clear that the gossip that has followed her since childhood has...

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A Lady promised since childhood, now questioning her feelings, a Duke also promised, and questioning his desire for love, a nobleman turned to the sea, now desperately in love, a cousin doubting her own betrothal, a confusion of suitors, an unexpected triumph of love. Lady Margaret Caulfield is somewhat spoiled, and newly come out into society, finds that she suddenly doubts everything – about love, and about her future. Promised since childhood to the man who saved her life when she was ten, she had not questioned it – until she met a man at a Masquerade Ball, and immediately fell in love with him. Captain Lord Adam Halstone is barely accepted by society, and only then because he is the second son of a Duke – for he has done the inexcusable, and not only invested in trade, but chosen to work as a ship’s Captain. Love is not...

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A Lord who finds society dull, a Lady with a sharp tongued reputation, an unexpected friendship, an unwanted suitor, blackmail and gossip, a triumph of love. Lady Hyacinth Gardenbrook has been labelled a shrew by society, and knows that the fault rests on her own shoulders. Yet she cannot but be herself – even though it means that few gentlemen stay interested in her, past a conversation or two, despite the size of her dowry. She does what she can to constrain her tendency to bluntly tell others the truth, but she despairs of ever finding a man who might see past her sharp tongue. Lord Kevin Loughbridge finds society dull – and more so each year. The young women coming out are all the same – pastel, faded, and uninspiring, incapable of an interesting conversation. So he challenges himself to approach the one woman whose reputation suggests that she...

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This is the second volume of the Collected His Majesty’s Hounds series, and contains Books 4 to 6, which are ‘Being Lady Harriet’s Hero’, ‘Enchanting the Duke’ and ‘Redeeming the Marquess’. The series is comprised of 17 books. This is the second collected set – more will follow. The series follows the life of six men (and their families and friends), who spent the latter part of the Napoleonic wars as an intelligence unit in Wellington’s army in France and Spain, as they return to England at the end of the wars, and take up the reins of their civilian lives again, and navigate the complexities of society and the ton. Where they left England as second sons, many now return as Lords, with all of the resultant responsibilities - which includes marrying and begetting an heir. Of course, along the way, they each find love, but the course of...

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A Lady with a scandalous secret, a Marquess who is also a spy, hidden letters, doubt and misdirection, an undeniable love. Lady Lily Gardenbrook, eldest daughter of the Duke of Elbury, is perilously close to being a spinster. After three Seasons, she still hasn’t accepted a suitor – but not for lack of candidates. Lady Lily has a secret – a secret which would lead to scandal, should it ever be revealed. A secret which relates to the thing which matters most in her life. She hopes for love, yet a husband would never want her, if that secret was known – to marry would mean losing everything. Trent Weatherton, Marquess of Canterford, serves the Crown as a gentleman spy, always monitoring those of the ton for anything untoward. He has never been one to socialise much, but his role requires it of him. Convinced that marriage and spying could...

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A widowed Marchioness, a Scholar, secrets kept far too long, a surprise inheritance, a love that heals old wounds Olivia Asterwood, Marchioness of Hemsbridge, is two years widowed, and focusing all of her energies on finding a wife for her son. Until, that is, she meets a scholar with as much of an obsession for the history of the great families as she has. Edward Greenidge, third son of a Viscount, has spent his life as a scholar of genealogy. Burying himself in his research has seemed the safest path, after his one venture into marriage failed disastrously. A widower, he expects to spend the rest of his life in libraries, in the company of books. But fate has other plans. When they meet, common interest paves the path to intense and unexpected attraction -and together they discover secrets long held, which will change both of their lives. Can Olivia...

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A widowed Countess threatened by Society, an Earl disgraced by events long past, lies deceit and false assumptions, an unscrupulous cad, a heroic rescue, a plot to do good, a love that overcomes all. Drummond St. John, Earl of Hungerwood, never expected to bear the title. When he took on his brother’s dishonor, in a matter associated with a duel more than six years past, he expected never to set foot in England again. Yet now both his father and brother are gone, and the title falls to him - with all the weight of responsibility, and the need to face society’s disapprobation in the ballrooms of London. He doubts that he will ever be able to restore his, and his family’s, honour, but he must try. Marion Stafford, Countess of Scartwick, has avoided society for some years. Commoner born, she was never comfortable there, even once she married an...

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Love, intrigue, heroism and more, set amongst the glittering ballrooms of the Regency era! This is the first volume of the Collected His Majesty’s Hounds series, and contains Books 1 to 3, which are ‘Claiming the Heart of a Duke’, ‘Intriguing the Viscount’ and ‘Giving a Heart of Lace’. The series is comprised of 17 books. This is the first collected set – more will follow. The series follows the life of six men (and their families and friends), who spent the latter part of the Napoleonic wars as an intelligence unit in Wellington’s army in France and Spain, as they return to England at the end of the wars, and take up the reins of their civilian lives again, and navigate the complexities of society and the ton. Where they left England as second sons, many now return as Lords, with all of the resultant responsibilities - which includes...

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A Duke sworn never to love again, a Lady trapped by one past mistake, a Christmas Ball, a blackmailing cad, an impossible choice, a last minute reprieve, a miraculous love. Lady Isabelle Rutherford fears the house party and Christmas Ball that her brother is holding at Kilmerstan Castle - it’s not that she does not wish to socialise, and eventually marry, but more that she risks scandal and ruination if she meets anyone who saw her in the wrong place, the one and only time that she made a foolish mistake. Lyon Hartley, Duke of Dangerfield, has a rake’s reputation, and a history of duelling. But all of that is simply his way of dealing with the pain of betrayal. He has sworn never to care for a woman again. Leaving London for a few weeks to attend a Christmas Ball seems as good a way as any to amuse...

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A Duke, promised to marry from childhood, who has no wish to hold to that promise, a Lady who has no desire to do as her father requires, a Christmas House Party, an intense instant attraction, an unconventional solution which leads to love. Alexander Fortescue, the Duke of Southolton, is trapped – before he reached his majority, whilst he was on the continent, his father signed a contract, binding him to marry Lady Phyllida, who was then a child. Now she is grown, and Alex is Duke – but despite his disinterest in her, the contract seems unbreakable. Lady Selina Brancourt has yet to meet a man she finds truly appealing – although she has been keen to look. Her father, unhappy that she is yet unwed, pushes her towards a match with an older man, for business reasons. A man she finds utterly distasteful. When they meet at a...

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A Spinster who has lost purpose in her life, no longer a companion to the aristocracy, a Vicar who has discovered that loneliness makes everything hollow, a mystery that draws them together, a Christmas where everything changes, an unexpected love. Miss Lydia Millpost has spent her life as a governess or companion to ladies of the aristocracy. Now, without a role to fill, she is faced with the possibility of having to actually live quietly in her little cottage, for the rest of her life. Suddenly, independence doesn’t taste so sweet, and with Christmas not far away, loneliness looms. But what choice does a spinster of near fifty have? Mr Nathaniel Godfrey has given his life to the church, and been happy as the vicar of the Dartworth village church. He is obsessed with history, and has allowed that to fill his time, never thinking of marriage – for what...

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A Baron who is more than he seems, A Viscountess with access to secrets, a treasonous plot to kill, a conflict of love and duty, a love beyond all expectation. Cecil Carlisle, Baron Setford, has spent 20 years as the King’s spymaster, having put aside love for duty. But now, with the war over, and the world a different place, he has begun to consider the possibility of having a life for himself. He might even succeed, if plotters would stop trying to assassinate the Prince Regent. Anna Trubridge, Dowager Viscountess Farnsworth, is a childless widow who has devoted herself to charitable support of poor unmarried mothers and their children. With her husband near five years gone, she finds herself lonely, and in need of change. What she was thinking of was straightforward, but when the girls who come to her for help bring dangerous information, things become far more...

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A Viscount who gambles, a wealthy merchant’s daughter, an Earl in need of funds, an unhappy stepmother, betrayals and deceptions, a love that overcomes all. Gervaise Belmont, Viscount Woodridge, has sworn to no longer gamble – but giving it up is proving far harder than he had expected. He despairs of achieving his aims, especially as the reputation he created, two years earlier, persists, destroying his opportunities for change. Until a chance meeting with a young lady gives him a reason to hope. Miss Clarisse Weston is disconsolate. Her father has, after many, many years, married again – and her relationship with her stepmother is strained, to say the least. When she is encouraged to look for a husband, she feels trapped. Whilst her father has introduced her to a charming Earl, she finds herself uncertain – especially as the Viscount she met by accident wishes to court her too....

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A Duke who needs to marry, a Lady who expects to never marry, a summer house party, a nefarious plot, gossip designed to harm, a desperate adventure, a love that redeems. Lady Juliana Willoughby, whose first Season was such a disaster that it was her last, finds herself at a country house party, all for her pretty sister’s benefit. She expects nothing more than to hide away in corners, and avoid socialising, sure that no man would ever want to marry a woman such as her. Garrett Rutherford, Duke of Kilmerstan, needs to marry, and get an heir. But he has yet to meet a woman he does not flinch from, even though some pursue him relentlessly. Dragged to the house party for his sister’s benefit, he expects nothing but boredom. Then he sees Lady Juliana. But there are others at the house party who have less than honourable intentions...

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A Countess unhappily married, a Viscount forbidden the one he loves, an accident that leads to death, an accusation, a highwayman’s plot uncovered, a love that defies all odds. Maria Wollstonefort, Countess of Granville, has rapidly come to regret her marriage. For her husband’s mother is domineering, and makes her life a misery, while her husband does nothing to defend or support her. She despairs of ever being happy again. Charles Barrington, Viscount Wareham, has loved Maria for many years, since they were children growing up as neighbours. But he was only a third son, until the wars changed everyone’s fortunes, and not seen as a suitable match for her. Now Maria is wedded to another, and he is a man in love, who can never act on that love. Life seems bleak, yet he cannot simply ignore Maria, no matter how much it hurts to see her, for he...

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A grieving Earl with a lost heir, a lonely woman, unsure of her place in life, an accidental meeting amongst the spring flowers, a secret in the woods, a love that transforms everything. Nicholas Belmont, the Earl of Amberhithe, is sinking into despair. A widower for three years, now his son has been missing for months – if he cannot be found, what is left worth living for? He struggles not to give up hope, but every day seems darker. Mrs Jane Canfield, a widow whose daughter has unexpectedly risen to the title of Countess, finds herself caught in a lonely place – she is a commoner, but no longer simply one of the villagers, yet she is not truly part of high society. She has no true companionship, although there are many who love her. When a chance meeting brings them together, anonymously, each finds solace in the other....

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A Baron left embittered by war, a Lady who sees the man he once was, a madman bent on revenge, a daring rescue, a love stronger than fear. Gerald Otford, Baron Tillingford, returned from war a bitter man, forever changed by the things he had done, out of necessity. Things that he can never discuss, and which no woman could ever know of without turning away in horror. Certain that he would always be alone, he turned his attention to his estates. Lady Alyse Barrington, sister to Lord Tillingford's closest friend, has always been drawn to him, no matter the darkness that seems to tarnish his brightness, no matter the way that he remains aloof. The more men she meets, the more certain she becomes that there is only one man for her. All she has to do is break through his self-imposed isolation... When the needs of his estate...

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A Duke renowned for breaking hearts and wild ways, who despises the lower classes, an innocent young woman, born to the merchant class, a chance meeting at a Masquerade Ball, a carriage accident, a snowbound Christmas, an irresistible love. Lucian Merryhew, the Duke of Hartswood, feels jaded and bored, his life nothing but an endless round of drink, gambling and womanizing. The responsibilities of his title weigh heavily on him, and life seems increasingly bleak. Miss Isabella Morton, born to the merchant class, but now accepted in society, because her brother has been made an Earl. Bright, strong minded, and frustrated by the way that society treats her, she is yet an innocent in so many ways. When they meet anonymously, behind masks, they connect immediately. When they meet in 'real life', he does not know her for the same woman, and despises her for her birth, without ever bothering...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A Lord damaged by war, a Lady mired in guilt and despair, a mystery of tragic love, a chance to correct the follies of the past, a love that heals all hurts. Lady Sybilla Barrington has spent two years certain of her guilt, and has chosen to shut herself away to write a gothic novel, rather than face going about in society. She is quite sure that no man could ever accept her deeds and expects to spend her life alone. Lord Barton Seddon is unsure of his sanity, haunted by the things that he suffered during the war in Spain. Horses and isolation are his only solace – even his family condemn him for his weakness. Months spent at Dartworth Abbey, alone, seem the best possible answer. When their love of horses brings them together, in a place haunted by the ghosts of a tragic love generations old, can...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A Lady touched by scandal, a wealthy merchant, a misunderstanding, a madman’s threat, a surprise ennoblement, an enduring love. Lady Serafine Parkington, her family disgraced by scandal, has found new hope in a successful business venture, and perhaps love, as well. She may never be able to go about amongst the ton again, but for love, she can accept that. Mr Raphael Morton, a wealthy successful merchant, doubts that he is worthy of Lady Serafine – but he cannot deny that his attraction to her is growing. When his hopes are destroyed, and his business takes him overseas for months, his enemies take action. Can past scandal be overcome? Can devastating hurt be forgiven? Can a merchant raised to the nobility ever be accepted by the ton? Will the actions of a madman destroy a family, or make it closer? Will the challenges they face bring Lady Serafine and Mr...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A bored Viscountess, a despairing Duke, a charitable project, a Lady lost, a secret heir, a new chance for love. Julian Stafford, Duke of Windemere, has never quite recovered from the loss of his only son in a duel - a duel that need not have happened, had his now deceased wife not taken the attitude she did. His son's betrothed disappeared immediately after the duel, and now he has nothing but dealing with his dead wife's debts to fill his days. Widow, Lady Sylvia Edgeworth, Dowager Viscountess Pendholm, is looking for something to fill her days, now that both of her children are happily married. A charitable project seems just the thing. But when her offer to buy a house for her project uncovers mysteries for the Duke, and brings them into close contact, life changes for both of them. What really happened before the duel that took the...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A determined Lady, a handsome, impoverished Marquess, a flock of suitors, a difficult inheritance, a deception revealed, an unexpected love. Lady Georgiana Branley, younger daughter of Baron Tillingford, has changed since her father's death. She has come to terms with the fact that another man now carries what was her father's title, and has dedicated herself to learning as much about managing her estates as possible. There is just one thing stopping her from being completely happy. Her father's will specified that, until she marries, her estates will be held in trust for her by her sister's husband to be - the Duke of Rotherhithe. Georgiana has no interest in marrying some society fop. She just wants to manage her estates. But the Duke promised her father that he would see her make a good match - and he intends to make that happen. At the House party which is...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Three great Regency Historical Romance stories in one volume! These hot Regency romances will keep you turning the page! These are the 4th, 5th and 6th stories in the Derbyshire set series. The Count’s Impetuous Seduction. A dashing Count, a beautiful maiden, a handsome Marquess, a mysterious woman, a love that defies all challenges. Lady Charlotte Cavendish had eagerly awaited her sister’s wedding - for her own reasons.... Don Diego Sanchez-Zapata, Count of San Pedro, who Charlotte had been desperately longing for, from the moment that she first met him, was unfortunately late arriving at the wedding. A fact that Charlotte could only see as abandonment, especially as, when he eventually did arrive, it was with an unexplained, beautiful Spanish lady in his retinue. The handsome and very eligible Marquess Hemsbridge, however, was very much present at the wedding festivities, and more than willing to distract the delectable Lady Charlotte...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A young Lady, a too charming Lord, and elegant Duke, an infatuation, a dramatic revelation of dishonourable behavior, a chance for real love. Lady Cordelia Branley, daughter of Baron Tillingford, in London for the first time, is captivated by the charming and talented Lord Edward Fitzhugh, son of the Earl of Bolton. But her chaperone, Miss Millpost, is not so convinced of the young Lord’s character. Lord Edward Fitzhugh makes a point of charming everyone – especially young Ladies with sizable dowries – and of winning at cards with remarkable frequency. He also makes a point of not answering questions about his life – with a degree of secrecy that raises questions in the minds of many. Philip Canterwood, Duke of Rotherhithe, is set in his ways as a widower – until the request of his dying friend, Baron Tillingford, for help to ensure that the man, with whom his...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A determined Lady, a handsome Lord, a treasonous plot, a daring rescue, an enduring love. From Award winning author, Arietta Richmond Lord Geoffrey Clarence heroically saved the life of his best friend, Charlton Edgeworth, Viscount Pendholm, and six other people. He was then recruited to work covertly, in defence of crown and country – which resulted in the Prince Regent gifting him a substantial estate. Unfortunately, it came with a dangerous mission as a side ‘benefit’. Lady Harriet Edgeworth decided, at first sight of Lord Geoffrey, that he was the man for her, her hero. In the year since, nothing has changed her mind. When Lord Geoffrey moves to an estate close to her home, she is delighted, and soon finds a way to volunteer to assist with the inventory of his new property. Can Lord Geoffrey keep his mission secret, with Lady Harriet there every day? Can Lady Harriet...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Age Groups: 16-18, 18+

A Lady brought low by scandal, a handsome merchant, a scoundrel bent on destruction, a Valentine’s Day gift. Lady Serafine Parkington struggles to keep herself and her mother alive, after the scandal of her brother’s gambling and suicide destroyed their family, and left them shunned by the ton. Mr Raphael Morton, member of His Majesty’s Hounds, returned war hero and wealthy merchant, is completely and utterly bored, finding it most difficult to settle back into civilian life. He seeks a business idea to engage his interest, and make life worthwhile again. When an accident of circumstance brings Lady Serafine and Raphael together, an unlikely business partnership is born. Can they save their business from an unscrupulous scoundrel, who wants their destruction, and find a partnership of the heart, as well as one of business?

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A scandal, a spy, a charming Viscount, a shy and beautiful Lady, a conspiracy with a dramatic conclusion. Charlton Edgeworth, Viscount Pendholm, returned from war to discover that his late brother had left him an inheritance of scandal. In the midst of dealing with that, he is called upon to serve his country further, undercover, to thwart a conspiracy instigated by a French spy. Between scandal and spying, there are days when he feels as if the war isn’t over.... Lady Odette Marmont, beautiful daughter of a French aristocrat and an English Lady, has been raised by her aunt since her mother’s death, and would prefer a book in a quiet library to a society Ball. But her aunt insists that, at 22, it is time she married, so, although disturbed by how changed her father is, since he returned from France, she steels herself to brave the Season. But...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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An eligible Duke, a beautiful young Lady, a Christmas Wish, a Ball to remember. Lady Theodora Rockingham is having a wonderful year. She is finally officially the Earl’s daughter, she has turned seventeen, she has a dressing room full of new clothes, and now there is to be a Christmas Ball. All she needs now is to meet a handsome man at the Ball, and fall in love. So she makes a Christmas Wish. Chase Harrington, newly the Duke of Montford, is still adjusting to the need to give up the rakish ways that he pursued as the Marquess of Travers. But a Duke needs an heir, and that requires a suitable Lady. He just hasn’t seen one that he’s the slightest bit interested in. Until the Christmas Ball. Will Lady Theodora‘s Christmas Wish come true? Will the Duke finally find a woman he can love?

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A grieving Duke, a disregarded daughter, an unsuitable love, a trap set to compromise, an unexpected happy ending. Hunter Barrington, Duke of Melton, returned from war a changed man. Grieving his lost love, now the holder of a title that he had never thought to inherit, and expected to marry at the earliest opportunity, what he needed most was someone who could see him, simply as himself. Lady Nerissa Loughbridge, the second daughter, always outshone by her beautiful sister, perpetually reproved for her hoydenish ways. What she needed most was someone who could see her, just for herself, who might allow that her dreams had value, simply because she wished them. Then one day, in the winter woods, they met.... But a few magical weeks of delightful friendship were swept away by the hectic London Season, as Lady Nerissa’s transformation from ordinary, to the Incomparable of the Season, brought a...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A scandalous woman, a handsome Marquess, a passionate affair, a scoundrel, a legal complication, a final chance for love. Lady Amelia Duckington is the scandal of the ton - a married woman, blatantly carrying on multiple affairs, and with a very sharp edged tongue. Inside, she despairs - surrounded by shallow dandies, her life has become an endless toil of boredom - yet she knows no other way to go on. Sterling Asterwood, Marquess Hemsbridge, is equally bored - faced with the need to marry, and get an heir, he yet finds the parade of eligible young women insipid and unbearable. The only woman who is at all interesting has one, unfortunate, characteristic - she is already married! Can Sterling and Amelia find happiness, and still be true to their duty? Or will a scoundrel take everything they both care about?

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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An accidental meeting, a passionate love, a conflict of duty, an unexpected ending.... SECOND EDITION - REVISED AND EXPANDED! Miss Catherine Thornberry led a quiet life, teaching in the parish school. Until the day that the Earl of Stanningfield knocked her into the river. And then employed her as governess to his niece. It was immediately obvious to both Catherine and the Earl, as their desires overcame them, that they wanted a relationship rather different than that of employer and employee. There was just one impediment to their romance..... one very large impediment... even more significant than the difference in their stations...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A Rake, a Lady, old heartbreak and despair, an unexpected meeting, a second chance for love. From Bestselling Author, Arietta Richmond, the next book in the Derbyshire Set brings you all the Regency Romance you desire!. Mr James Blackwood, although heir to a Viscount, after years cultivating his reputation as a rake, gambler, and exotic world traveler, finds himself less and less happy with his life - not that he could admit that to anyone..... Lady Honour Northbrook, Baroness Fotherington, now widowed, and disappointed with her life, is convincing herself that she is content....... A chance meeting brings them together, and eleven years of heartbreak and bitterness are not enough to dim their passionate reactions to each other. Can they ever trust each other, and love again?

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A dashing Count, a beautiful maiden, a handsome marquess, a mysterious woman, a love that defies all challenges. Lady Charlotte Cavendish had eagerly awaited her sister’s wedding - for her own reasons.... Don Diego Sanchez-Zapata, Count of San Pedro, who Charlotte had been desperately longing for, from the moment that she first met him, was unfortunately late arriving at the wedding. A fact that Charlotte could only see as abandonment, especially as, when he eventually did arrive, it was with an unexplained, beautiful Spanish lady in his retinue. The handsome and very eligible Marquess Hemsbridge, however, was very much present at the wedding festivities, and more than willing to distract the delectable Lady Charlotte from her disappointment. Which left Lady Charlotte in the enviable (or perhaps, unenviable ?) position of having to choose between two very different men, both of whom caused her heart to beat faster just by looking...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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Passionate love, conflict of duty, notorious rakes, surprising heritage and unexpected endings - everything you could want in a Regency romance! Stories 1 - 3 of this seris in a single boxed set edition! A delightful romance series in the tradition of Regency Historical Romance at its best! This is a single volume omnibus edition of the first three stories of the Derbyshire Set series, be sure to read all nine! Find out what happens in the lives of all your favorite characters. This collection contains: 1 - The Earl’s Unexpected Bride. Miss Catherine Thornberry led a quiet life, teaching in the parish school. Until the day that the Earl of Stanningfield knocked her into the river. And then employed her as governess to his niece. It was immediately obvious to both Catherine and the Earl, as their desires overcame them, that they wanted a relationship rather different than that...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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An accident, a beautiful housemaid, a handsome Viscount,an unsuitable affair, an unexpected heritage, a love transformed. Anna Perkins needed her job, as a maid at Havisham Hall, home of the Earl of Stanningfield, to survive, but one small accident was enough to put everything at risk, including her heart. Spilling a tray of jellies all over a member of the aristocracy was definitely not what she had set out to do! The fact that the gentleman in question was kind to her, and was, in addition, quite the most handsome man that she had ever met, was more difficult to deal with than cruelty might have been. Richard Maitland, Viscount Bellham, was instantly captivated by the beautiful maid he collided with in the corridor, jellies notwithstanding. Something about her fascinated him, and raised his desire, in a way that the husband hunting young ladies of the aristocracy did not. A...

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance
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A jilted bride, a noble Captain, a handsome rake, a dark seduction, a duel of honour, a bright new love. After the disgrace of a wedding that did not quite succeed in happening, Lady Blanchette Cavendish was finally ready to consider speaking to gentlemen again. She had not expected to meet two interesting men at once, during her parent’s house party. Nor had she expected seduction, and disreputable behaviour. Captain Henry Westbury has no interest in speaking of his experiences in the war - yet he finds himself confiding in the captivating Lady Blanchette. It's a pity that she won't confide in him - for he is certain that she is troubled, and all is not as it seems. He has the unpleasant suspicion that her troubles are caused by the dashing rake, Mr James Blackwood. Can Henry help her, or is a duel of honour the only solution? Can...