by Philip Eliot | Jul 17, 2025 | Historical Romance |
Only the boldest of ladies risks her heart and her reputation . . .THE FIRST BOOK IN THE STATELY SCANDALS SERIES1826. At first sight, Ellen Turner does not seem the type to elope with a stranger. So when the young heriess vanishes from her boarding school in the arms of the rugged scoundrel Edward Wakefield, and the pair are sighted in a carriage racing from Gretna Green to the Port of Dover, her virtue becomes the subject of hot public debate.In the ensuing court case, Ellen keeps a cool head. Until she discovers who is judging the trial – her mortifyingly handsome and charming neighbour, Thomas Legh of Lyme Park.Ellen faces a choice. To pursue the husband of her dreams would mean risking everything. But when a lady’s reputation already lies in tatters, what has she to lose?Inspired by the incredible true story of romance, subterfuge and intrigue, The Runaway Bride will whisk you away on the escapade that was Lyme Park’s greatest scandal.* * *The Stately Scandals series is a brand new selection of incredible true stories, never before told in fiction, by Felicity York. Each novel follows one of the most rebellious women to have lived in the stately homes of 19th-century northern England. The next novel in the series, The Quiet Wife: A Speke Hall Scandal, will be published in June 2024spring 2025.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 17, 2025 | Historical Romance |
A Shelf Unbound Best Indie Books Notable of 2022When she discovers her family’s enemy is hiding in plain sight, what choice does a lady have but to seduce him?Maximilian Hainsworth, Viscount Berwick, is on a mission: to write a scathing expose of England’s most famous country estate, Northfield Hall. While much of England praises Northfield Hall for its egalitarian economy and boycott of foreign imports, Max knows that the Preston family must have an alternative hidden income to explain Northfield’s prosperity. Max is determined to uncover their secrets and humiliate the Prestons with an inflammatory report.Disguised as a carpenter, he gets himself hired so he can learn Northfield Hall’s secret ins and outs. A few things quickly go wrong with his plan:He doesn’t bring his own toolsNo one is willing to speak ill of the PrestonsHe keeps accidentally flirting with Miss Ellen PrestonEllen can see plain as day that the new carpenter’s assistant lied about his experience with woodwork. She is willing to overlook this, especially since he is handsome and easy to talk to. However, when she overhears him asking strange questions, she does some investigating – and discovers he is one of her father’s biggest political enemies. Taking the matter into her own hands, Ellen vows to delay Max’s report any way she can.Even if that means kissing him again.Working against each other, Max and Ellen begin asking difficult questions about Northfield Hall. What they discover forces each of them to rethink their own assumptions and answer for themselves: are their principles more important than love?
by Philip Eliot | Jul 17, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
A fireman gets a second chance at love when shares his home and his heart with a single mom in this romance from a #1 New York Times–bestselling author.Mike Cavanaugh is a firefighter: he rescues people. Inviting them home isn’t usually part of the job description. But when he pulls Christine Palmer out of her burning house, something about the gutsy single mom makes him want to protect her, to make her life a little better. Only somehow Chris and her family end up giving Mike’s life new meaning, and he is happier than he’s been in years. He’s ready to love again. Chris wants to get back on her own two feet—sooner rather than later. When she no longer needs Mike’s support, will she be ready to risk her heart with him?Includes a bonus romance from New York Times–bestselling author Christine Rimmer about a ruthless tycoon who tries to swindle a beautiful rancher out of her land—and falls in love instead.
by Philip Eliot | Jul 17, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Enemies become lovers when a man and woman’s battle over a dream house ends in love in this romance from a New York Times bestseller—includes bonus book!In Berry Ridge, Vermont, Beth Callahan had found a place to start over. She’d started a successful real estate and design business in the quaint, picturesque town, and she’d even found her perfect house . . . where she dreamed of someday living and raising a family. Until a reckless bachelor bought it out from under her.Ken Hutchinson loved the charming Victorian on sight, and once he got the town’s best designer to make it his, it would be perfect. But Beth Callahan seemed to disapprove of everything he wanted to do with the house—and of him. Ken wasn’t sure why Beth’s opinion was suddenly the only thing that mattered, but one thing he was sure of was that only Beth could make the house a home . . . for both of them.BONUS BOOK INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Once Upon a Proposal by New York Times–bestselling author Allison LeighGabriel Gannon only needed Bobbie Fairchild to pretend to be his fiancée . . . but she certainly wouldn’t have to pretend she was attracted to the sexy businessman. And that was the problem. . . . she wanted Gabe too much to accept anything less than the real deal!
by Philip Eliot | Jul 17, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
A small town and a sexy stranger make for one steamy summer on the bayou—but is it too hot for her to handle?Enza Parker never wanted to set foot in Bayou Sabine again—but inheriting her estranged grandmother’s house means she has no choice but to go back. She’s in the business of fixing things—mainly houses—but her romantic life? Yeah, that’s broken beyond repair.Silver lining: she can flip the sweet old farmhouse and sell it for a nice profit—and that just might get her back on her feet again.The only catch? Enza’s new house has an unexpected tenant: sexy firefighter Jack Mayronne. Before she can say “eviction,” he turns on the charm and offers to help her with the flip—if she lets him stay. He’s hotter than a tin roof in July, but he looks like he can use a hammer just fine. She can keep it professional. No problem.This town’s full of surprises, though, and soon Jack is the least of her worries. Sparks fly as they share a roof and as their fling intensifies, Enza stumbles on a dark family secret that she can’t ignore. Jack has his own secrets, but he’s skilled at knocking down walls—especially the ones Enza has built around her heart. They might be better for each other than she first thought—but is she bold enough to find out if what they have can last?Author’s note: This book is written for readers who love quirky small town characters, a steamy love story, forced proximity, a dash of mystery and Southern charm, plucky heroines, dashing heroes, delicious tension, and plenty of sizzling chemistry–if that sounds like you, then welcome to Bayou Sabine! For fans of Lucy Score.
