A lady hastily marries a wealthy widower and then wonders if the rumors about her husband being a rogue are true in this Regency romance.Intimate StrangersBridget Cooke possesses the gifts London society prizes: genteel manners, intelligence, an exquisite figure. She lacks, however, a fortune. A companion to icy relatives, Bridget resigns herself to a life of solitude, especially because of the childhood scar that mars her lovely face. Little does she expect to receive the vigorous attentions of darkly handsome, rich widower Lord Ewen Sinclair, Regency England's most infamous rake.In a matter of days, the Sinclair whisks Bridget to the altar and into his passionate embrace. Dismissing the vicious rumors surrounding their hasty marriage, Bridget is sure of Ewen's love, even when he is mysteriously called away. But then a shocking secret from his past emerges, threatening her happiness. If Ewen is a cad and their wedding a lie, as the gossips say, then why does Bridget's very stubborn heart still believe his love is true?

A fugitive can't run from her feelings for a lawman in this heartwarming holiday historical romance set in Southern California's gold country.Clear Springs' new schoolteacher, Gemma Starling, feels as if she's been given a fresh start. So long as no one discovers her dark secret—she once shot a man in self-defense!Sheriff Craig Parker has forsworn love, but delightful Miss Starling intrigues him. And when events at the school turn dangerous, Craig won't let her face it alone. Gemma might just be the one woman he could ever love, but will the secret she's hiding tear them apart or bring them together by Christmas?

Lord Aidan Abbott's secret mission to expose Mr. Smythe backfires spectacularly when he's caught alone with the man's daughter before all of society.In this clean historical romance, the heir to a viscountcy is determined to protect his sister, accidentally ruining a young woman while searching her father's home. Now he will need to choose between his crusade and the growing love between them.He feels the weight of his failures ...Lord Aidan Abbott has already failed his family once when his negligence led to his sister's scandalous marriage. Now determined to protect her from a murderer's threat, he investigates the mysterious Mr. Smythe. But when his covert search of the man's home leads to an innocent encounter with Smythe's daughter on a moonlit terrace, Aidan finds himself caught in a compromising position before a ballroom full of society's elite.She never expected to marry a stranger ...Miss Gwendolyn Smythe was simply seeking fresh air when a mysterious lord appeared on her terrace. Now, to save both their reputations, she must wed this enigmatic man she's never properly met. Determined to make the best of their hasty union, Gwen sets out to win her husband's heart—if only she can discover why he seems so distant and secretive.In this tender historical romance, two souls bound by scandal must learn to trust each other. As Aidan continues his dangerous investigation while falling for his scholarly bride, he faces an impossible choice. How can he reveal his deception without destroying their fragile chance at love?Miss Smythe and the Midnight Lord is a heartwarming tale of integrity, unexpected devotion, and love found in the most unlikely of places. If you enjoy honorable heroes, spirited heroines, and a dash of intrigue with your romance, you will be enchanted by the second installment in C. N. Jarrett’s Reluctant Reckonings series. Can be read as a standalone.Buy Miss Smythe and the Midnight Lord for a tale of mystery and romance today!What to expect:?? Kissing?? No Cursing?? Closed Door After MarriageIncluded Historical Romance Tropes:?? Ruined Reputation / Scandal?? Marriage of Convenience (Honor-Bound Proposal)?? Scholar Heroine?? Regency Ball?? Protective HeroWhat Readers Are Saying:????? "A must read series ...” - Constance F.????? "Gwen is one of my favorite heroines ..." - Gail J.????? "Ah, to swept off one’s feet by such a man ..." - Corrine

AI-FREE! 100% certified organic author-created content. No artificial intelligence was used in the writing of this book.A very special collection of four holiday novellas set in the world of historical Scotland, spanning the centuries with yuletide cheer and heartwarming romance. Stories to snuggle up with on a cold winter's night!A YULETIDE KISS A half-Viking shieldmaiden has until Yuletide to choose a bridegroom…or one will be chosen for her.A RIVENLOCH CHRISTMAS A medieval clan reunion turns into a desperate search for three missing lasses as impetuous and daring as their warrior mothers.THE HANDFASTING A French knight betrothed to a Highland heiress falls in love with his spirited bride, then realizes he's married the wrong sister.THE STOWAWAY A notorious Scottish rake, scuttled aboard a ship bound for America, has to rely on a spirited young botanist to restore his good name.Plus a free gift exclusively for you... SEASON'S SWEETINGS A book of Christmas cookie recipes from some of your favorite historical romance authors—delightful goodies to make your holidays a little sweeter!More Historical Romances by Glynnis CampbellThe Warrior Maids of RivenlochTHE SHIPWRECK (a novella)A YULETIDE KISS (a short story)LADY DANGERCAPTIVE HEARTKNIGHT'S PRIZEThe Warrior Daughters of RivenlochTHE STORMING (a novella)A RIVENLOCH CHRISTMAS (a short story)BRIDE OF FIREBRIDE OF ICEBRIDE OF MISTThe Knights of de WareTHE HANDFASTING (a novella)MY CHAMPIONMY WARRIORMY HEROMedieval OutlawsTHE REIVER (a novella)DANGER'S KISSPASSION'S EXILEDESIRE'S RANSOMScottish LassesTHE OUTCAST (a novella)MacFARLAND'S LASSMacADAM'S LASSMacKENZIE'S LASSCalifornia LegendsTHE STOWAWAY (a novella)NATIVE GOLDNATIVE WOLFNATIVE HAWK