Fashion, I came to realise, wasn’t just about beautiful dresses. It was about self-respect, freedom of expression and power.1910, Edinburgh. Young seamstress Maisie McIntyre’s world shatters with her mother’s death. Desperate to escape the grinding poverty that has defined her life so far, Maisie makes a daring choice: she steals a bolt of peacock-blue silk, a stash of money and sails for New York City.With nothing but raw talent and fierce determination, Maisie’s gift for dressmaking opens doors she never imagined. As she builds her couture empire, designing bold, modern fashions for Manhattan’s elite, Maisie falls for Joseph Jackson, a talented Black architect with dreams as ambitious as her own. But in a world steeped in prejudice, she finds herself facing an impossible choice.Vividly recreating the glamour and grit of early 20th century New York – from the devastating Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire to the emerging women’s rights movement – comes a sweeping tale of ambition, love and a woman determined to fashion not just beautiful clothes but her own place in a man’s world. Fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, An American Beauty and novels by Marie Benedict will be spellbound by The Rebel of Seventh Avenue.Readers have fallen in love with The Rebel of Seventh Avenue‘This is one of the best books I have ever read, and my favorite read of 2025. Do not miss this beautiful story!’ Reader review, ?????‘I loved everything about this book and it kept me reading non stop… loved every page.’ Reader review, ?????‘The Rebel of Seventh Avenue instantly became one of my top ten favorite books.’ Reader review, ?????‘An enchanting story of a woman who lived to create in New York, inspired by the story of Coco Chanel. Impossible to put down, from start to finish.’ Reader review, ?????‘Completely fascinating… a tear-jearker… so beautifully written.’ Reader review, ?????‘What a stunning historical fiction saga that completely swept me away. It's a story full of female empowerment, resilience and courage at a time where women were expect to be in the background.’ Reader review, ?????‘INCREDIBLE and one I will be thinking about for a long time to come. It was beautifully written and I felt so attached to all the characters and was very sad to finish it.’ Reader review, ?????‘Beautiful historical fiction… a must read.’ Reader review, ?????‘If you close your eyes, it will take you from the sewing factories, to the beautiful work room and to the factory floor in Edinburgh… wonderful and heartbreaking. Such a beautiful book.’ Reader review, ?????‘An utterly amazing read. From the minute you read the first page you will not be able to put it down until you read the last page.’ Reader review, ?????‘I absolutely loved everything about this book and all of the fascinating characters. Such an easy tale to get completely lost in.’ Reader review, ?????‘An absolute marvel to read. The highs and lows of Maisie's life are explored in such vivid detail and the historical elements are interpreted so skilfully. It was immersive, gripping, devastating, and exciting.’ Reader review, ?????‘What an exquisite couture gown of a novel this is, with every word and sentence like a perfectly placed stitch… I've never read such a stunning evocation of high fashion in a novel.’ Reader review, ?????

Forbidden love, adventure, and heartwarming romance in the Old WestEscape to the Colorado Territory with the first THREE books in the Gilbert Girls series! These sweet and clean historical romances have everything you love:-handsome cowboys-strong heroines-thrilling danger and adventure-forbidden love-and romance that will warm your heart!Building Forever, Book OneA haunting guilt. A family to save. A love that can’t be.When Emma Daniels’ family finds itself destitute, she takes work with the Gilbert Company, which seeks young women to work at hotel restaurants along remote railroad lines out West. The rules for a Gilbert Girl are strict, and no courting is allowed. None of the rules present a problem for Emma, at least until she meets the hotel’s builder, Monroe Hartley.Building this hotel for the Gilbert Company is the perfect opportunity for Monroe. Not only will it advance his career, it barely gives him a moment to drown in guilt over his wife’s death. When Emma arrives, he finds himself drawn to her. But he can’t promise her anything, not unless he wants her to end up with the same fate his wife suffered.Giving in to their feelings would mean losing everything, yet they find themselves growing closer as the summer stretches on. When a man who covets Monroe’s job discovers their secret and threatens to reveal it, they must each decide whether their love is worth uprooting everything they’ve worked so hard for.Running From Forever, Book TwoA wanted man. A heart in hiding. A love to free them both.The Crest Stone Hotel is the perfect place for a man like Thomas Drexel to hide. Wanted for crimes he didn’t commit, Thomas hopes he can blend in as a handyman at the newly-opened hotel. But his past threatens his future when one of the hotel restaurant’s waitresses discovers his identity.Caroline Beauchamp ran from Boston to escape an arranged marriage to a despicable man. She’s safe in the hotel, hidden from those who want her to return home. Yet she finds herself drawn to Thomas and compelled to help him prove his innocence, even if she risks her position as a Gilbert Girl to do so.Experience has taught Thomas not to trust women who come from money, but it’s not long before he sees there’s more to Caroline than he thought. With new guests arriving at the hotel each day, it’s only a matter of time before the law finds Thomas and Caroline’s family finds her. With their futures on the line, Caroline and Thomas must trust their newfound love and face their pasts before they are pulled apart--forever.Wild Forever, Book ThreeA missing girl. A damaged heart. A love that risks it all.Penny May would do anything to forget her past, even traveling all the way to the Colorado Territory to become a Gilbert Girl. Learning to be a good waitress wasn’t easy, but Penny is happy with her new life and friends at the Crest Stone Hotel. At least until the handsome and infuriating county sheriff arrives in search of his kidnapped sister.Sheriff Ben Young never thought his work could endanger those he loved until a disgruntled outlaw proves him wrong. The last thing he needs now is another impetuous woman in his life, particularly one who goes traipsing about the mountains with little regard to her own safety. But there’s something about Penny that draws him to her, and she turns into an unlikely ally.While Penny knows she’ll lose the reputation she’s fought so hard to regain if she’s caught spending time with Ben, she’s compelled to help him find his sister—even if she’ll lose her heart in the process. When Penny finds her own life threatened, Ben must put his feelings for her aside or risk losing both his sister and Penny, forever.

Why fight fate?When the Earl of Wycliffe strides into the vicarage, Charlotte Trowbridge decides he is the man she wants to marry. But her efforts to convince him always go awry.Wycliffe has planned his future down to the minute, and it doesn’t include a vicar’s daughter. But the beauty keeps wreaking havoc with his life—and his senses.Will the earl toss his schedule to the winds and his heart into the fray?“Delightful, simply delightful!... Thank you, Deborah Simmons for giving us Max and Charlotte, and for doing it up right. This one's a real delight.” – All About Romance? Opposites attract? She needs to marry well? A London Season? A heartwarming family? A fun Regency romanceFrom USA Today bestselling author and two-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons… The standalone first book of The Regency Romps.THE VICAR’S DAUGHTERTHE DEVIL EARLTEMPTING KATETHE LAST ROGUE

A man whose head has never been turned…The Marquess of Salisbury loves women. After all, they’re pleasing to look at, they smell nice, and most of them raptly agree with everything he has to say…Why in the name of chilled syllabub would Percy be in a hurry to choose one and settle down?A lady who desires the power to choose…Miss Adelaide Warrington didn’t want to be put in charge, but now that she is, she certainly isn’t going to flippantly hand the responsibility over to the first high-handed Lord who walks through the door… Especially when said Lord seems very used to getting his own way.If she just wouldn’t make it so difficult to woo her…If he would just stop trying to make so many changes…Thrust together under unwanted circumstances, Percy and Adelaide must decide whether true love is worth surmounting the obstacles threatening to keep them apart.Lord Salisbury’s Ledgers on How to Woo a Wife is a clean, inter-connected stand-alone regency romance with suspense and humor. If you like strong women, fast-paced action, slow burn romance, ridiculous gifts, and happily-ever-afters, then you’ll love this romantic comedy romance!

He's the scourge of the Season...Reasons to quit London:1. It's not the Highlands.2. It will never be the Highlands.3. It's full of the bloody English.When his wild spitfire of a sister makes a scene by drawing a claymore in Hyde Park, Highlander Robert Waters knows something must be done. To forestall the inevitable scandal, he hires widowed Prudence Whittaker to teach his sister how to be a lady—never expecting to find unbridled passion beneath the clever Englishwoman's prim exterior.Mrs. Whittaker is a fraud. Born Lady Prudence Farthington, daughter of the ruined earl of Lynwood, she's never even been married. In order to make her way in the world, she has to rely on her wits and a web of lies...lies a sexy Highlander is all too close to unraveling.He swears he will possess her; she vows he will do nothing of the sort. Yet as passions heat, Prudence comes to realize the illicit pleasure that can be had in going toe-to-toe with a Scot.Broadswords and Ballrooms:How to Seduce a ScotHow to Wed a WarriorHow to Train Your HighlanderPraise for Christy English:"Grace Burrowes and Amanda Quick fans will enjoy the strong ladies in the latest fun read from the ascending English." —Booklist"With its quick and engaging characters, here's a pleasurable evening's escape." —RT Book Reviews

Love blooms in the first Regency romance in the Marriage Mart series—named one of Booklist's Top 101 Romances of the Last ten Years!"This entertaining novel is a diamond of the first order." —Booklist (starred review)Miss Eugenia Talbot's presentation to the queen is spoiled by a serious faux pas—the despicable William Grant made her laugh, right in front of Her Majesty. Now Eugenia is ruined and had better marry—someone, anyone—at once . . .Roguish William Grant has never taken anything seriously in his life. Until he meets Eugenia Talbot, who makes him feel and do things he never thought he would.Now Eugenia's great sense of humor and kindheartedness may be her undoing, unless William can help her find a husband. To his surprise, that's the last thing he wants to do . . .A witty and suspenseful historical romance, fans of Sabrina Jeffries, Julia Quinn and Stephanie Laurens will love the antics and intrigues of Miss Eugenia Talbot."Unforgettable . . . a must read." —Publishers Weekly (starred review)"Forester promises her fans a warm, humorous jaunt through Regency England—and she delivers with a cast of engaging characters and delightful intrigue." —RT Book Reviews (four stars)"Lots of fun, romance, and a dash of mystery to the story makes A Wedding in Springtime a recommended read! . . . a fun and lively romance, that stands out from the usual regency romance." —Fresh Fiction