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Authors: Jade Lee
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bestselling author Jade Lee has been scripting love stories since she first picked up a set of paper dolls. Ball gowns and rakish lords caught her attention early (thank you, Georgette Heyer), and her fascination with the Regency began. An author of more than forty romance novels and winner of dozens of industry awards, Jade Lee delights readers with her vibrant, saucy Regency romances that deliver unusual stories with a lot of heart. Lee lives in Champaign, Illinois.
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One Rogue at a Time
What the Bride Wore
by Jade Lee
USA Today
bestselling author
When all is lost
All Grant Benton, Earl of Crowle, can think of is restoring his family's fortune so he can go back to being a gentleman of leisure. But when he meets beautiful, purposeful Lady Irene Knopp, he begins to question whether there might not be a better way to live life after allâ¦
What's left is desire
Lady Irene will never give up her fulfilling work dressing the most beautiful brides in England. She'd rather risk losing love forever than sacrifice her own life's purpose. Yet she has never met a more magnetic, attractive man than Grant. Trapped between the fleeting chance at love and passion for her work, is it possible she can have it all?
“It's another keeper from a talented storyteller.” â
RT Book Reviews
“Readers will savor the numerous red-hot love scenes as Grant finds his way to maturity and love.” â
Publishers Weekly
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What the Groom Wants
by Jade Lee
USA Today
Bestselling Author
An honest loveâ¦
Radley Lyncott has been in love with Wendy Drew as long as he can remember. Now that he's returned from abroad to take up his Welsh title, he is appalled to find the Drew family in ruin, andâeven worseâanother man courting Wendy.
Or a dangerous attraction?
Seamstress Wendy Drew is forced to settle her brother's debt by working nights at a notorious gambling den. But her double life hasn't gone unnoticedâshe has captivated Demon Damon, a nefarious rake who is hell-bent on luring Wendy into his arms.
“Strong, vibrant characters and a compelling plot that doesn't ignore the grittier aspects of Jane Austen's world will keep readers engaged.” â
Booklist
“This plot is rich from the start and thickens rapidly.” â
Fresh Fiction
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It Takes Two to Tangle
by Theresa Romain
Wooing the wrong womanâ¦
Henry Middlebrook is back from fighting Napoleon, ready to re-enter London society where he left it. Wounded and battle weary, he decides that the right wife is all he needs. Selecting the most desirable lady in the
ton
, Henry turns to her best friend and companion to help him with his suitâ¦
Is a terrible mistakeâ¦
Young and beautiful, war widow Frances Whittier is no stranger to social intrigue. She finds Henry Middlebrook courageous and manly, unlike the foppish aristocrats she is used to, and is inspired to exercise her considerable wit on his behalf. But she may be too clever for her own good, and Frances discovers that she has set in motion a complicated train of events that's only going to break her own heartâ¦
Praise for
Season for Temptation:
“Regency romance at its best.” â
RT Book Reviews
, 4 Stars
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To Charm a Naughty Countess
by Theresa Romain
Caroline, the popular widowed Countess of Stratton, sits alone at the pinnacle of London society and has no wish to remarry. But when the brilliant, reclusive Duke of Wyverneâher counterpart in an old scandalâreturns to town after a long absence, she finds herself as enthralled as ever.
Michael must save his family fortunes by wedding an heiress, but Caroline has vowed never again to sell herself in marriage. She offers him an affair, hoping to master her long-lasting fascination with himâbut he remains steadfast, as always, in his dedication to purpose and his dukedom.
The only way she can keep him near is to help him find the wealthy bride he requires. As she guides him through society, Caroline realizes that she's lost her heart again. But if she pursues the only man she's ever loved, she'll lose the life she's built and on which she has pinned her sense of worth. And if Michaelâwho has everything to loseâever hopes to win her hand, he must open his long-shuttered heart.
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Secrets of a Scandalous Heiress
by Theresa Romain
One good proposition deserves anotherâ¦
Heiress Augusta Meredith can't help herselfâshe stirs up gossip wherever she goes. A stranger to Bath society, she pretends to be a charming young widow, until sardonic, darkly handsome Joss Everett arrives from London and uncovers her charade.
Now they'll weave their way through the pitfalls of the polite world only if they're willing to be true to themselvesâ¦and to each otherâ¦
Praise for Theresa Romain:
“Theresa Romain writes with a delightfully romantic flair that will set your heart on fire.” âJulianne MacLean,
USA Today
bestselling author
“Theresa Romain writes witty, gorgeous, and deeply emotional historical romance.” âVanessa Kelly, award-winning author
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Between a Rake and a Hard Place
by Connie Mason and Mia Marlowe
Lady Serena's list of forbidden pleasures
Attend an exclusively male club.
Smoke a cigar.
Have a fortune told by gypsies.
Dance the scandalous waltz.
Sir Jonah Sharp thinks Lady Serena Osbourne will be just like any other debutante, and seducing her will be one of the easiest services he's ever done for the Crown. Then he catches her wearing trousers and a mustache in his gentleman's club and she demands he teach her to smoke a cigar. But what will truly be Jonah's undoing is finding out he's an item on her list too, which makes him determined to bring her all the forbidden pleasure she can handle.
“Shimmers with romance⦠Well-rounded characters and effortless plotting make this installment the best in the series.” â
Publishers Weekly
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Earls Just Want to Have Fun
Covent Garden Cubs
by Shana Galen
His heart may be the last thing she ever stealsâ¦
Marlowe runs with the Covent Garden Cubs, a gang of thieves living in the slums of London's Seven Dials. It's a fierce life, but when she's alone, Marlowe allows herself to think of a time beforeâa dimly remembered life when she was called Elizabeth.
Maxwell, Lord Dane, is roped into teaching Marlowe how to navigate the social morass of the
ton
, but she will not escape her past so easily. Instead, Dane is drawn into her dangerous world, where the student becomes the teacher and love is the greatest risk of all.
Praise for Shana Galen:
“Shana Galen has a gift for storytelling that puts her at the top of my list of authors.” â
Historical Romance Lover
“Shana Galen is brilliant at making us fall in love with her characters, their stories, their pains, heartaches, and triumphs.” â
Unwrapping Romance
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The Laird
Book 3 in the Captive Hearts series
by Grace Burrowes
New York Times
and
USA Today
Bestselling Author
He left his bride to go to warâ¦
After years of soldiering, Michael Brodie returns to his Highland estate to find that the bride he left behind has become a stranger. Brenna is self-sufficient, competent, confidentâand furious. But despite Michael's prolonged absence, Brenna has remained loyal.
Now his most important battle will be for her heart.
Michael left Brenna when she needed him most, and then stayed away even after the war ended. Even though Michael has come home a seemingly wiser, more patient, and honorable husband, Brenna is wary of entrusting him with the truths she's been guarding.
“Readers seeking a sweet, sensitive romance will savor this tale.” â
RT Book Reviews
“Burrowes's straightforward, sensual love story is intelligent and tender, rising above the crowd with deft dialogue and delightful characters.” â
Publishers Weekly
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Mischief by Moonlight
Regency Mischief
by Emily Greenwood
Be very, very careful what you wish forâ¦
With the night so full of romanceâ¦
Colin Pearce, the Earl of Ivorwood, never dreamed he'd desire another man's fiancée, but when his best friend goes off to war and asks Colin to look after the bewitching Josie Cardworthy, he falls under her sparkling spell.
Who can resist mischief?
Josie can't wait for the return of her long-absent fiancé. If only her beloved sister might find someone, too⦠someone like the handsome, reserved Colin. A gypsy's love potion gives Josie the chance to matchmake, but the wild results reveal her own rowing passion for the earl. And though fate offers them a chance, a steely honor may force him to reject what her reckless heart is offeringâ¦
Praise for
A Little Night Mischief
:
“Fun, lighthearted, engaging, and will grab you from the first page. A must-read!” â
My Book Addiction Reviews
“Love, love, loved this book! I was up till early-morning hours finishing it.” â
Books Like Breathing
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In Bed with a Rogue
Rival Rogues
by Samantha Grace
He's the talk of the town
The whole town is tittering about Baron Sebastian Thorne having been jilted at the altar. Every move he makes ends up in the gossip columns. Tired of being the butt of everyone's jokes, Sebastian vows to restore his family's reputation no matter what it takes.
She's the toast of the
ton
Feted by the crème of Society, the beautiful widow Lady Prestwick is a vision of all that is proper. But Helena is no angel, and when Sebastian uncovers her dark secret, he's quick to press his advantage. In order to keep her hard-won good name, Helena will have to make a deal with the devil. But she has some tricks up her sleeves to keep this notorious rogue on his toesâ¦
Praise for
One Rogue Too Many
:
“Filled with humor and witty repartee⦠Grace woos readers in true Regency style.” â
Publishers Weekly
“Charmingâ¦Grace captures the essence and atmosphere of the era.” â
RT Book Reviews
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