Octavius Everard, the wealthy Duke of Eccess, indulges in London’s most decadent offerings to escape the pain that haunts him—especially at Christmas.The richest food, the best cognac and the most beautiful women make the “happiest” time of the year a little more bearable. The one sin he has sworn to abstain from? Seducing his three wards’ governess. But when Miss Temperance Fields applies for the position, with her tight chignon and no-nonsense brown woolen gown, he’s never been so fascinated. Little does he know she has a scandalous secret…a false identity.Lady Agatha Temperance Hale is an heiress on the run! Threatened with forced marriage or the asylum, she is at the mercy of her gold-digging stepmother until she comes of age on Christmas Day. Being a governess gives her a place to hide. And Temperance is soon showing the duke the joys of the season and sharing her love of science with his wards.But she never imagined the pleasures her gorgeous employer could show her. And when the virgin governess becomes a seductress, the Duke of Eccess doesn’t stand a chance of resisting…or guarding his heart.Their passion is electric.Their love is forbidden.But when the truth is revealed, can he forgive the woman he has come to adore more than any indulgence?

“Joan Donaldson's masterful use of lyrical prose takes readers on a journey filled with unexpected surprises. William and Lizzie's journey resonates with readers as they overcome past errors and transition from sorrow to optimism, finding a new opportunity for love.” –Suzanne Jenkins, USA Today Bestselling Author of the Pam of Babylon SeriesGrieving her fiancé’s death, Lizzie Walker struggles to find purpose to her life in Rugby, Tennessee, a utopian community in the Appalachian Mountains. But that changes when William, a wealthy flatlander mourning the loss of his sister, arrives. Teaching together in the community’s school sparks a budding relationship as they embrace Rugby’s classless society and equality for women. However, their peace is short-lived. Lucas, a mountain man, begins harassing Lizzie, who dreads his references to their past, while William fears that exposing his own dark secret will destroy Lizzie’s growing respect and love. When disaster strikes Rugby, Lizzie and the local women embrace their talents and restore hope in their future.Readers who love the novel Christy will revel in William’s transformation from privileged gentleman to a settler embracing a simple life with Lizzie. Ae Fond Kiss continues the story begun in On Viney’s Mountain and celebrates second chances and the importance of community.

The most scandalous Musgrave is back in town…‘Dante’ Musgrave, Viscount Southwick, has finally returned to England after years of outrunning scandal throughout all of Europe. Unfortunately, scandal has a way of finding him and he can’t seem to escape it this Christmas.A solution is offered the form of a ruined young woman in the wilds of the English countryside. It seems simple enough—wed the girl, save her reputation, and fashion himself a new status as a staid married man. There’s one catch though—he has to persuade said ruined woman to accept his proposal.And that’s made all the more difficult when he meets her twin sister.Maddie is used to doing her duty and ignoring all desire for adventure and excitement. When her sister Phoebe finds herself caught in a situation Maddie blames herself for, it seems only right Maddie try to fix things. The arrival of Lord Southwick will save the family from ruin and ensure her sister’s future. Now all she needs to do is persuade the ridiculously attractive viscount Phoebe is worth fighting for.Not an easy take when she wishes he was fighting for her.All he’s ever known is scandal. She’s about to get caught up in one. Can they resist the pull between them long enough to save them both from ruin or will this instant attraction prove to be the downfall of them both?Christmas with a Son's Earl is a steamy Regency Christmas romance that can be read as a standalone. If you love reformed rakes and forbidden romance, you'll adore this romantic Christmas story.

Grazia desires Antonio’s heart; he just wants an heir.In the beautiful city of 1723 Venice, Grazia yearns for a life beyond her orphanage's walls. Meanwhile, the nobleman Antonio Delatesta searches for a wife who will provide him the heir he desperately needs. Fate intervenes to bring Grazia and Antonio together.A Venetian law forbids marriage between a nobleman and a commoner. The couple seek permission to wed from the highest authority, the Doge himself. As Grazia learns to navigate life among the nobility, she discovers Antonio's secret. Will his past tear them apart, or can love prevail?Escape into an 18th century Venice love story where dreams collide and keep you turning pages to the very end!