‘Another winning marriage of romance and wit in this delightful Regency.’–Publishers Weekly Starred Review of Lady Vivian Defies a Duke
Thứ Hai, 6 tháng 4, 2015
Thứ Năm, 12 tháng 2, 2015
A Bride Most Begrudging
When Lady Constance Morrow ?nds herself held against her will aboard a ship bound for the American colonies–a ship ?lled with ‘tobacco brides’ and felons–she is quite sure that as soon as she arrives she will ?nd a reasonable man who will believe her father is an earl and send her back on the next ship to England. Instead she meets Drew O’Connor, a determined Colonial farmer who is nearly as headstrong as she is. Drew wins Constance as his bride but soon realizes he has taken on much more than he bargained for
Renegade Lady
Jenna Ice Chandler grew up as part of a motorcycle club. She considered it her home, until one wrong move made it her prison. After months of abuse, she is rescued by Chipper, who takes her to Big Clifty, Missouri, home of the Renegade Sons MC. Kiddrick Kidd Jones is the president of the Renegades. He knows there is something special about Ice the moment his older brother, Chipper, brings her into the club, but stays away, because she is too young. When time comes for Ice to take her place in the club, she has two choices, become an old lady or a club whore. Not believing in love and knowing a man can never be faithful, she decides to earn her spot on her back. With each passing year, Kidd’s feelings for Ice grows and the urge to make her his becomes stronger. Frustrated and jealous, he finally decides its time to make her his. Will Ice finally thaw out and give love a chance, or is Kidd fighting a losing battle?
Something Reckless
Prim, headstrong, and beautiful Penelope is determined to expose the licentious affairs of the ton’s randiest rakes. Now one of their powerful numberthe unrepentant libertine Jeremy Vaughn, Duke of Kilgrathhas been selected to put an end to the prudish lady’s interference. Jeremy’s plan is devilishly clever: He will join Penelope’s war against immorality, fighting passionately by her side, all the while showering her with anonymous erotic missives designed to titillate even the coldest, most unwilling maid. He will break down her defenses and inflame her repressed desires by escorting her (in the interests of their ‘noble campaign’) to London’s most notorious pleasure palaces. And he will visit her boudoirmaskedduring the night to school her in the deliciously sinful arts she wishes to abolish. Then he will expose her hypocrisy to the world.
Thứ Tư, 4 tháng 2, 2015
The Measure of a Lady
Five rules for Proper 19th-Century Ladies: Speak Politely – even when you’re the only respectable woman protesting San Francisco’s gold fever. Dress Modestly – wear your sunbonnet at all time, and hide your muddy men’s boots. Remain Devoted to Family – protect your siblings from temptation, even against their wishes. Stand Above Reproach – most difficutl with a captivating man. Rise Above Temptation – no impeachable behavior … well, maybe just one little kiss? Can Rachel Van Buren remain a beacon of virtue in a city of vice.
Chủ Nhật, 1 tháng 2, 2015
Silent Night
After a year of marriage-and numerous adventures-Lady Julia and Brisbane hope for a quiet, intimate Christmas together-until they find themselves at her father’s ancestral estate, Bellmont Abbey, with her eccentric family and a menagerie of animals. Nevertheless, Julia looks forward to a lively family gathering-but amongst the celebrations, a mystery stirs. There are missing jewels, new faces at the Abbey, and a prowling ghost that brings back unwelcome memories from a previous holiday-one that turned deadly. Is a new culprit recreating crimes of the past? And will Brisbane let Julia investigate?
Thứ Hai, 26 tháng 1, 2015
Desires of a Perfect Lady
A decade ago, Lady Olivia Rathbourne had expected to marry the Earl of Wyldewood, only to have her happiness stolen from her. Nowhe is back, As proud and arrogant and handsome as ever, and vowing to rescue her.
Chủ Nhật, 25 tháng 1, 2015
The Unlikely Wife
A Woman In Pants! The arrival of Michael Bowen’s bride, married sight unseen by proxy, sends the rancher reeling. With her trousers, cowboy hat and rifle, she looks like a female outlawnot the genteel lady he corresponded with for months. He’s been hoodwinked into marriage with the wrong woman! Selina Farleigh Bowen loved Michael’s letters, even if she couldn’t read them herself. A friend read them to her, and wrote her repliesbut apparently that friend left things out, like Michael’s dream of a wife who was nothing like her. Selina won’t change who she is, not even for the man she loves. Yet time might show Michael the true value of his unlikely wife.
Bones in the Belfry
Having extricated himself from the embarrassment of murdering his lady parishioner, the Rev. Oughterard is now plunged into the traumas of art theft.
Thứ Tư, 21 tháng 1, 2015
Scandalously Yours
Proper young ladies of the ton-especially ones who have very small dowries-are not encouraged to have an interest in intellectual pursuits. Indeed, the only thing they are encouraged to pursue is an eligible bachelor. So, the headstrong Sloane sisters must keep their passions a secret. Ah, but secret passions are wont to lead a lady into trouble . . .
Thứ Ba, 20 tháng 1, 2015
Dangerous Passions
More than anything, Lady Eve Halliday wants vengeance. Fortunately, working for the ultrasecret fellowship of the Black Phoenix will enable her to achieve it. Although ostensibly Eve is being paired up with Colonel Lord Marcus Cordell to look into a series of murders of young men–a faux betrothal between the two offering the perfect cover for their investigation–she plans on using the opportunity to get closer to Marcus to ruin him.
Thứ Ba, 6 tháng 1, 2015
The Seduction of Lady X
The would-be Earl of Ashwood sets his romantic sights on a forbidden prize in the enchanting third novel from Julia Londons addictively sexy new series.
Thứ Hai, 5 tháng 1, 2015
All Cakes Considered
Melissa Gray is National Public Radio’s Cake Lady. Every Monday she brings a cake to the office for her colleagues at NPR to enjoy. Hundreds of Mondays (and cakes) later, Melissa has lots of cake-making tips to share. With more than 50 recipes for the cakes that have been dreamed of and drooled over for a lifetimeincluding Brown Sugar Pound Cake, Peppermint and Chocolate Rum Marble Cake, Lord and Lady Baltimore Cakes, Dark-Chocolate Red Velvet Cake, and Honey Buttercream and Apricot Jam CakeAll Cakes Considered is an essential addition to every baker’s library.
Thứ Hai, 29 tháng 12, 2014
The Lady Confesses
Having run away from home to avoid an unwanted betrothal, Lady Elizabeth Copeland must keep her disguise as an elderly lady’s companion at all times.