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A struggling widow’s new employment comes with a handsome benefit in this dramatic Regency romance. When a destitute governess faints on Sir Edward Greaves’s threshold, chivalry demands that he offer her temporary shelter. However, the desire Ned feels when he catches her in his arms isn’t at all gentlemanly. . . . With her large, troubled eyes and slender frame, Joanna Merrill calls to something deep inside this guarded man. For one who has purposely shunned the conniving beauties of London society, just how much is Ned risking by having this intriguing woman under his roof . . . ? Praise for From Waif to Gentleman’s Wife “An enjoyable read with absorbing characters and a slice of English history.” —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling author “Justiss not only sets her expertly crafted story in the English countryside in the midst of industrialization but she also authentically portrays ordinary people, whose lives do not center around the ton, thus giving this Regency historical a delightfully different twist.” —Booklist “Emotionally charged and heartwarming, as two lonely hearts fall in love, only to be ripped asunder by secrets and betrayal.” —Romantic Times
Impoverished beauty Diana Bywater must keep her circumstances secret—her job with Harecrofts depends on it! Then an unwanted marriage proposal from the younger Harecroft son threatens everything…. No stranger to secrets himself, Captain Richard Harecroft is suspicious of this obviously gently reared girl who has turned his brother's head. He is determined to discover if she is a gold digger out to exploit the family. But the closer he gets, the more the mystery of Diana deepens—and the more he desires her as his bride!
Wounded in action courageously fighting pirates, the notorious Greville Anders returns to society with neither the dress nor conduct considered proper for a gentleman. Even more scandalous is that well-brought-up debutante Amanda Neville finds this rogue irresistibly tempting…. It was her mama's last wish that her beautiful daughter have a glittering London Season, shine on society's stage and marry a lord. But now Amanda's greatest desire is just one more secret rendezvous—with the most disreputable man in town!
Harlequin® Historical brings you a collection of three new titles, available now! This box set includes: HIS MAIL-ORDER BRIDE The Fairfax Brides by Tatiana March (Western) Heiress Charlotte Fairfax fled one marriage only to find herself suddenly wed to a stranger! But life with Thomas Greenwood is far more pleasurable than she ever imagined… Available via Reader Service and online: CONVENIENT PROPOSAL TO THE LADY Hadley's Hellions by Julia Justiss (1830s) When Benedict Tawny rescued Lady Alyssa from a nefarious plot, he didn't expect to be trapped in a compromising situation with her! Now duty demands he claim her as his bride… AT THE WARRIOR'S MERCY by Denise Lynn (Medieval) Gregor of Roul must obey one last royal order—overthrow Warehaven and marry the heiress, Beatrice! Can he mix duty with desire and find true passion with his innocent bride?
Will Ransleigh, illegitimate nephew of the Earl of Swynford, has the tall, aristocratic bearing of nobility--and the resourceful cunning of a streetwise rogue. To clear his cousin's name he is on a mission that will take him across the Continent into a world of international intrigue--and the arms of Elodie Lefevre, the society hostess who brought shame to his family.
From the author of Stolen Encounters with the Duchess. “Beautifully written, touching . . . one of the strongest historical romances I’ve read recently.” —All About Romance “Duty can also be pleasure, Lady Alyssa . . .” When politician Benedict Tawny set out to save Lady Alyssa from a nefarious plot, he never expected to find himself trapped in a compromising situation with the alluring lady. Now duty demands he propose . . . and claim her as his bride! Tainted by his illegitimacy, Ben knows he can’t give Alyssa the life of luxury she deserves. But if he can convince her to succumb to the undeniable heat between them, their convenient marriage might just lead to the love of a lifetime. “I love the Hadley’s Hellion series! While this is a traditional Regency romance, there are several dark themes explored which gives the story added depth and gives the characters more room to develop.” —The Book Review
Harlequin® Historical brings you a collection of three new titles, available now! This box set includes: STOLEN ENCOUNTERS WITH THE DUCHESS Hadley's Hellions by Julia Justiss (1830s) When Faith Wellingford Evers, Duchess of Ashedon, is saved by David Tanner Smith, their old friendship transforms into an explosive mix of illicit encounters and desire! THE CINDERELLA GOVERNESS The Governess Tales by Georgie Lee (Regency) The only person who pays governess Joanna Radcliff any attention is the dashing Major Preston. So when her life is transformed, will they risk everything to be together? SILK, SWORDS AND SURRENDER by Jeannie Lin (Tang Dynasty) Be swept away to a land of silk and swords, passion and surrender with this tantalizing new five-story volume from USA TODAY bestselling author Jeannie Lin!
The series of four friends united by power, privilege and the daring pursuit of passion comes to “a deeply romantic and satisfying end” (All About Romance). The courtesan’s courtship . . . Pursuing a role in Parliament, Christopher Lattimar needs a virtuous marriage to make society overlook his roguish past. When beautiful and disarming Ellie Parmenter offers to reform and refine him, he’s too tempted to say no. Once a courtesan, Ellie knows a thing or two about polishing a diamond in the rough. She has no designs on Christopher—or any man in search of a wife—but their best-laid plans begin to tumble once lessons in respectability turn to seduction . . . “A terrific love story, defying proper society and its staid rules. All the Hellions have found their HEA and not a single one of them were conventional, with each man standing up to society’s norms and expectations to right wrongs and overcome unreasonable barriers . . . Julia keeps the storyline fresh and interesting without compromising the genre!” —The Book Review
From the author of Forbidden Nights with the Viscount, “very readable cross-class romance . . . enjoyable and emotionally satisfying” (All About Romance). She would rather burn in his presence than pine in his absence . . . Faith Wellingford Evers, Duchess of Ashedon, is tired of society’s endless gossiping about her failings and her late husband’s infidelities. Seeking escape one night, she’s attacked by ruffians, but is saved by an unlikely figure from her past! Having risen from penniless orphan to Member of Parliament, David Tanner Smith is no longer the quiet boy Faith once knew. With the first spine-tingling kiss, their old friendship is transformed. And in its place is an explosive mix of illicit encounters and forbidden desire . . . “This story is both a second chance at love story and a friends to lovers story which makes it especially appealing . . . David’s gesture to Faith that proved his undying love for her, past and present, was the sweetest and most heart melting moment you could ever imagine.” —The Book Review
“So wonderfully different from the usual spinster trope . . . the divine prose is simply swoon worthy . . . A magnificent debut to a new series!” —Fresh Fiction (Fresh Pick) Once a rake . . . Known as “Magnificent Max,” diplomat Max Ransleigh was famed for his lethal charm until a political betrayal left him exiled from government and his reputation in tatters. He seems a very unlikely savior for a well-bred young lady. Except that Miss Caroline Denby doesn’t want to be saved . . . she wants to be ruined! To Caroline, getting married is tantamount to a death sentence, and meeting the rakish Max at a house party seems the answer to her prayers. Surely this rogue won’t hesitate to put his bad reputation to good use? “Outrageous and refreshingly inventive, with a lady in distress, an available rogue, and a marriage of convenience for all. Justiss encapsulates the period, language and mores of the Regency era with great skill.” —Romantic Times (4 stars)