A Wager For Land and Wealth Sets Two Friends in Conflict While a Woman's Heart Turns to Revenge in Sweet Fire by Jo Goodman— 1852, London; 1869, San Francisco, Samoa, and Sydney, Australia —Told all her life that she was plain, Lydia Chadwick knew no man would come courting. So it was with some suspicion that the shy, sweet, San Francisco heiress woke one morning with a tall, dark, dangerously handsome husband she couldn't recall marrying. Lydia had lost her memory, and was desperate to discover if there was truly a love to remember. For as she looked at Nathan Hunter's lean, muscular frame, she longed to abandon herself to the sensual stranger, and believe—if only for a little while—that the possessive passion in his smoky gray eyes was really for her.Business and pleasure weren't supposed to mix, but in this case Nathan Hunter was willing to make an exception. After all, it was in his best interests to keep his new bride's mind off the secrets of her past and her hatred for him. Keeping focused on his goals proved difficult as Lydia's sweet surrender wove a seductive spell around Nathan's heart, arousing emotions he had thought forever buried.But past transgressions have a way of catching up to the future. When Nathan's former friend and rival, Brigham More, seemingly returns from the dead, he stands to ruin Lydia and Nathan by unleashing an unspeakable secret.Publisher's Note: For new and old fans of Jo Goodman comes one of her classic works, freshly edited by Jo Goodman for today's audience. Fans of Mary Jo Putney, Kat Martin, Jo Beverley, Courtney Milan and Kaki Warner will enjoy this spirited adventure and romance.REVIEWS:"Delightful and exciting…Goodman holds the suspense as well as the surprises and never lets up on the passion." — RT Book Reviews"Goodman is a thoughtful and intelligent writer who can make her characters live and breathe on the page." — All About Romance"A perfect treat for readers who enjoy smart, sensual love stories à la Amanda Quick." — Book List"A tender, engaging romance and a dash of risk in a totally compelling read." — Library Journal"For the pure joy of reading a romance, this book comes close to perfection." — Dear AuthorALSO BY JO GOODMAN:Violet FireScarlet LiesSweet FireTHE MCCLELLANSCrystal PassionSeaswept AbandonTempting TormentTHE HAMILTON FAMILYMore Than You KnowMore Than You WishedTHE COMPASS CLUBLet Me Be The OneEverything I Ever WantedAll I Ever NeededBeyond A Wicked KissTHE DENNEHY SISTERSOnly My LoveMy Heart's DesireForever in My HeartAlways in My DreamsOnly in My ArmsTHE MARSHALL BROTHERSHer Defiant HeartHis Heart's RevengeTHE THORNE BROTHERS TRILOGYMy Steadfast HeartMy Reckless HeartWith All My HeartJo Goodman has always been a fan of happily-ever-afters. She turned to writing romances when she realized the only life script she could control was the one she wrote herself. Once upon a time, Jo believed she was going to be a marine biologist. She knows she is lucky that seasickness made her change course. She lives with her family in Colliers, West Virginia. Visit her website at jogoodman.com.

A Christmas proposal was never part of Lady Noelle’s holiday plans—especially not to London's most powerful, ruthless businessman.But when her family faces financial ruin, Noelle makes a shocking deal with Mr. Cooper Hartwell. In exchange for covering her father’s debts, she’ll act as his fiancée for the festive season, helping him charm his way through London’s high society.What starts as a holiday charade quickly takes a dark turn when a rival of Cooper’s is found murdered at a festive house party—and Cooper becomes the prime suspect. Now, Noelle and Cooper must race to clear his name, facing hidden enemies and tangled secrets in a world of Victorian elegance and intrigue.Can they survive the deadly twists of high society, or will their growing feelings lead them into a trap?This is an across-class, fake engagement Victorian Romance interwoven with mystery and suspense.

No one can tame him. One woman will try.After fifteen years lost in the Amazon, Edward Northcote resurfaces to reclaim his birthright, only to face betrayal and confinement at the hands of his own brother. His reluctant return as the heir to an earldom sparks a battle for sanity, love, and a legacy he never sought. Harper Forsythe, an ambitious asylum worker, is certain she can save him. Together, they embark on a tumultuous journey, risking scandal and censure when events take a disastrous turn...The first book in the London Scandals series can be read as a standalone. This forbidden love romance features a hero who will sacrifice anything to be with the woman he adores

Fall in love with the Donovans — four swoon-worthy Regency romances filled with witty banter, heart-melting slow burns, and happily-ever-afters without the steam.Perfect for lovers of closed-door, traditional Regency romance with sparkling dialogue and unforgettable characters, this complete collection brings together all four novels in the beloved Donovans series: Book 1 – UnrequitedA spirited Scottish heroine gets a second chance with the one man she never stopped loving. Book 2 – The Art of VictoryAn enemies-to-lovers battle of wits unfolds when a fiercely intelligent woman crosses swords with a maddeningly cool gentleman. Book 3 – A Confirmed RakeA notorious rake determined to reform becomes the unlikely guide for a naïve young lady seeking her place in society.?? Book 4 – Battling the BluestockingA brilliant earl’s daughter determined to make her mark meets her match in her brother’s infuriatingly charming new tutor.Whether you’re new to the Donovans or revisiting their stories, this bingeable collection delivers all the heart, humor, and hope of classic Regency romance — without any open-door scenes.

"A gorgeous forbidden romance! As lush and delicious as the wines!" Tracy Sumner, USA Today bestselling author A woman desperate to save her vineyards...Julia Costa is a gifted winemaker. After her late husband burdened her lands with debt, she vows to defend her legacy by any means necessary.The Englishman sent to uncover her secrets...The last thing Griffin Maxwell wants is to waste time mired in a Portuguese backwater village. Still, to guarantee a lucrative partnership, he agrees to chase the reluctant debtor.A meeting of two cultures...Nothing prepared Griffin for the headstrong winemaker. She tempts him to enjoy Portugal's vibrant tastes and threatens his carefully constructed plans. The arrogant Englishman arrived at Julia's lands believing himself entitled to everything, including her heart. But how can she resist an attraction headier than a vintage?An enemy too powerful to fight alone...When a mysterious plague decimates Europe's vineyards, Griffin and Julia struggle to find a cure. They must compromise to face this new threat... or lose everything. Will they allow cultural differences to separate them, or will they fight for the love of a lifetime?If you love enemies-to-lovers novels and enjoy traveling to breathtaking places, this historical romance will capture your heart. The True Purpose of Vines received the Highly Recommended Award of Excellence from The Historical Fiction Company, won a Literary Titan Book Award, and was voted best historical romance of the year by The Chick Lit Café.Praise for the True Purpose of Vines: "Fabulous! I absolutely loved this book!! The characters are wonderful! Tasteful in every sense of the word!" Amazon reviewer"Delightful! It's rare that I enjoy a book so much that I'm sorry to finish reading it. This is one of those books. I might just have to turn around and read it a second time! Read it. I hope you love it as much as I did." Amazon reviewer"First book I have read written by Giovanna Siniscalchi and it will not be the last! Great characters and a captivating storyline. Definitely hard to put down." Amazon reviewer"Intoxicating! The True Purpose of Vines, is a wonderfully written historical romance." Amazon reviewer"This book is right up there with my favorite historical romance novels of 2022." Amazon reviewer"There are so many great things about this book I can't even begin to explain it all…Just read it, if you love historical romance and beautifully written stories that make you laugh and feel, you will love this book." Amazon reviewer"This story was absolutely amazing!" Amazon reviewer"Liquid Poetry! All I wanted to do while reading this is save for a ticket to Portugal and drink copious amounts of wine and port." Amazon reviewer"This is a beautiful romance that you won't want to miss and won't soon forget." Amazon reviewer"Love this story. So beautiful. It has all the love and romance you could want, but add in history and wine to make this book truly unique.""Beauty in word form. I swooned over a hero fixated on monosyllabic replies and a heroine in search of a soul wine. I love a STRONG heroine and Giovanna Siniscalchi delivers in The True Purpose of Vines." Amazon reviewer"I LOVED THIS STORY SO MUCH!! THE AUTHORS WRITING TRANSPORTS YOU TO A PLACE OF BEAUTY WHILE YOU EMBARK ON JULIA AND GRIFFINS LOVE STORY." Amazon reviewer"A journey of passion... an incredible piece of culturally rich historical romance." Amazon reviewer

A fearless young woman scandalously pursues the captain of her heart in this adventuresome Victorian romance.England, 1830. Swashbuckling beauty Payton Dixon has two passionate dreams—to sail the open sea on her own clipper ship, and to capture the love of Captain Connor Drake. But both seem impossibly out of reach, since her beloved captain is about to marry another, and worse, he's been given her ship as a wedding present from her traitorous father.Out to prove she has right on her side, Payton manages to unleash a scandal and ignite all sorts of trouble. As for Drake, he's surprised to discover that the girl he's grown up with has transformed into the most alluring woman he's ever encountered.