She needed an escape…After a devastating divorce, Valerie Crane escapes to the picturesque English coast, hoping to soothe her damaged heart. On the hill behind her inn, the elegant ruins of Yealm Castle draw her repeatedly, but instead of peace, Valerie is swept up in an astonishing mystery when she is transported to the year 1605.Alone and afraid, Valerie only starts to grasp what has happened when she meets the handsome but taciturn Alec Whitfield, master of the castle, which is now impossibly restored and beautiful. Alec doesn’t believe Valerie’s story, but just as her last hope fades, his charming, roguish brother, Finlay, persuades Alec to let her stay.As Valerie grows closer to both brothers, passion flares into a love triangle that could consume them all. And the danger and violence around them escalates when Finlay becomes entangled in a treasonous plot. With lives on the line, if Valerie can find a way back to her own time, should she take the chance to run? Or will she risk everything for a chance to save the man she loves?A stunning, romantic and unforgettable story of a woman caught between two irresistible men and two vastly different worlds, struggling to find her place and follow her heart. Perfect for fans of Diana Gabaldon, Barbara Erskine and Susanna Kearsley.Readers love the Hands of Time series:“Holy Cow! What an amazing book!! I can’t describe it. I could not put it down. Wow. I wish I could go back in time!! I read this book in 3 hours. I am on to the next book of the series!!” Reader review, ?????“What an awesome story. I literally read it in one day. I couldn’t wait to see what happens. The characters were very likeable and the love triangle sizzled. I highly recommend this to anyone who likes a good time travel romance.” Reader review, ?????“If I could rate it higher I would… From beginning to end it sucked me in and I could not put it down. It was filled with history and romance. It made me happy and sad. It made me laugh and cry. It was an amazing story.” Reader review, ?????“I swear I felt every emotion known to humans. This was a beautiful story.” Reader review, ?????“Absolutely LOVED this book!… Very well written with characters that you feel like you have become friends with.” Reader review, ?????“Wow... amazing story… I became so engrossed in the tale… The ups and downs that tell the story between these characters to the end is riveting.” Reader review, ?????“Love this book!… This was a real page turner. Not your Hallmark love story. I couldn’t put it down.” Reader review, ?????“A beautiful blend of history, mystery and romance! LOVE it!!” Reader review, ?????“Excellent… What a great story. Hate for to end... I don’t know how I’m gonna find another series to replace this one.” Reader review, ?????“Fabulous! One of the best time travel books I’ve ever read! Very satisfying and the characters are well developed. Love it!” Reader review, ?????“WOW!! Fabulous plot! Shapiro completely outdid herself. Character development rocked and the plot was gripping!” Reader review, ?????“The whole series was amazing! I couldn’t put it down. I read all six books in under two weeks. I would definitely tell Everyone to read this series. I hope it goes on TV. It would be so awesome.” Reader review, ?????“Excellent. This was a wonderful book and series. I can’t say enough. The writing was excellent. The storylines were exceptional. The characters awesome. I highly recommend it.” Reader review, ?????

DOUBLE GOLD for GOLD DIGGER! IBPA and IPPY Awards for fiction! One look at Baby Doe Tabor and you know she was meant to be a legend of the Wild West and Gilded Age! She was just twenty years old when she came west to work a gold mine with her new husband. Little did she expect that she’d be abandoned and pregnant and left to manage the gold mine alone. But that didn’t stop her! She fell in love with an old married prospector, twice her age. Horace Tabor struck the biggest silver vein in history, scandalously divorced his wife, became a US Senator, and married Baby Doe at the US capitol with President Arthur in attendance. Though Baby Doe Tabor was renowned for her beauty, her fashion, and even her philanthropy, she was never welcomed in polite society. Her friends were stars they hired to perform at their Tabor Grand Opera House: Sarah Bernhardt, Oscar Wilde, Lily Langtry, opera star Emma Abbott. Discover how the Tabors navigated the worlds of scandal, greed, wealth, power, and politics in the wild days of western mining.An accomplished and absorbing novel...'Rosenberg brings forth a fine historical inspired by Elizabeth McCourt Tabor, better known as Baby Doe whose rags-to-riches and back to rags again story made her a famous figure in history. The skillful plotting and richly crafted characters get readers immediately drawn in. Rosenberg's poignant account delivers a stunning historical, and the open-ending climax makes readers wait eagerly for the next installment.' -The Prairies Book Review

She’s hiding in plain sight. He’s disappointed his parents. Will their love grow into a tangled scandal or a beautiful blossom?Somerset, England, 1808. Alice Hapgood is obsessed with studying flora and fauna. With upper-class standards taking a dim view of a lady dirtying her hands, the science-minded woman wears boys’ clothing to pursue her passion. And when an assistant position for a handsome member of the Royal Society crops up, she impulsively dons her disguise and risks ruin.Joseph Tierney has no desire to join the clergy. Going against his family’s wishes to become a researcher of the natural world, he takes on a bright young man to help with his latest assignment. And while the brilliant scientist is frustrated that the locals only see him as a candidate for marriage, he grows closer and closer with his enthusiastic aide.As the work under her charming mentor unexpectedly sparks her feminine side, Alice longs to open up to him as her true self. But Joseph suddenly finds himself caught in a jealous triangle not of his making that threatens his career, standing, and freedom.Will this unlikely team’s greatest discovery be happily ever after?The Naturalist is the engaging first book in The Hapgoods of Bramleigh clean Regency romance series. If you like clever-but-impetuous heroines, dedicated heroes, and humorous romps, you’ll adore Christina Dudley’s delightful tale.Buy The Naturalist to plant a seed in the heart today!

The first in a spicy historical romance series, featuring a cast of deadly damsels! Perfect for fans of Bridgerton.Never Underestimate a wallflower!Lady Hannah Simmons is a quintessential wallflower, unassuming, dowdy yet ignored by most. But underneath her plain exterior, Hannah is hiding a thrilling secret! Unbeknownst to the rest of the ton, she is Queen Victoria’s leading femme fatale, slipping unnoticed through the streets of London and listening to scandalous whispers from lords and ladies. But with daggers in her stockings and pistols in her pockets, Hannah's mission is to apprehend a deadly killer.Private Investigator to the Prime Minister, damaged, yet devastatingly handsome ex-war hero Duke Robert Killian always puts duty first. However, when he finds himself competing with the intriguing Lady Hannah on the same daring task, his blood boils with frustration - and desire! Is it possible to seduce this vexing woman whose not afraid to put herself in danger and achieve the upper hand?Hannah enjoys Killian's attempts to distract and tempt her, but she has never faced an adversary she couldn’t overthrow. And Killian has never met a challenge he couldn’t conquer...until now. The gauntlet has been thrown, can they finish their jobs and resist the temptation?Perfect for fans of India Holton, Evie Dunmore and Sophie Irwin!Keep your friends close…and your enemies even closer!Praise for Darcy McGuire'I couldn’t get enough of the deliciously steamy way this story developed' Emma Orchard'A wonderfully entertaining Regency romp!' Eliza Austin?????????? 'A fantastic blend of historical romance and spy thriller!' Reader Review?????????? 'Masterfully blends intrigue, romance, and historical richness in a story that kept me glued to the pages late into the night.' Reader Review?????????? 'What a fantastic blend of historical romance and spy thriller!' Reader Review

TRAVEL BACK IN TIME WITH THESE SPELLBINDING HISTORICAL ROMANCES THAT FOLLOW ONE FAMILY’S INCREDIBLE JOURNEY THROUGH TWO WORLD WARS.‘A dramatic, moving and intensely romantic story.’ Trisha Ashley, Sunday Times bestselling author‘Margaret James is a master storyteller who brings history to life in superb detail — I felt I was there in past with the characters every step of the way! Add to that the wonderful romance and adventure, and you have the perfect tale!’ Christina Courtenay????? ‘Margaret James tells a beautiful story of love, of tragedy and hope.’ Sheryl Browne, bestselling author_______________________________________IN THIS GREAT-VALUE THREE-BOOK BOX SET:BOOK 1: THE SILVER LOCKETIt's 1914, and spirited Rose Courtenay must make a decision. Marry a man she doesn’t love to please her wealthy parents, or play her part in the war effort. So Rose follows her heart and leaves the only home she’s ever known to become a nurse on the frontline. There she reunites with Lieutenant Alex Denham, a figure from her childhood, trapped in a loveless marriage. But her parents never approved of Alex or his social status . . . Can Rose and Alex’s love overcome the odds, or were they doomed from the beginning?BOOK 2: THE GOLDEN CHAINIn 1931, aspiring actress Daisy Denham’s family has been forced to swap their privileged life in India for near poverty in England. There she uncovers an old family secret and Daisy questions everything she’s ever known, finding comfort in the arms of Ewan Fraser, a handsome Scotsman who shares her dreams. So they run away with a theatre company, but life on tour is not as they hoped, and Daisy finds herself dazzled by an older and charismatic leading man . . .BOOK 3: THE PENNY BANGLEIt’s 1942 and Cassie Taylor has left Birmingham to become a land girl in Dorset, where she meets and falls in love with handsome Robert Denham, a recovering Dunkirk veteran. But Robert is soon called back to active service. Bold and resourceful Cassie is not going to let the war keep them apart and finds herself in Egypt. Until tragedy strikes and matters are taken out of her hands . . .These three sweeping and spellbinding romances, full of love, war, hope and passion, are perfect for fans of Josephine Cox, Lucinda Riley, Kate Morton, Fiona Valpy or Kitty Neale.READERS LOVE MARGARET JAMES’S CHARTON MINSTER NOVELS:????? ‘A deeply romantic novel that constantly had my heart in my mouth.’ CG????? ‘A must-read — I would recommend you buy a very big box of chocolates and make sure you have a whole day or evening free.’ Christina????? ‘One of the best reads I have had for a very long time.’ CJ Norton????? ‘This story will long live on in my heart.’ Kezzerla????? ‘Such a good read, you really do not wish to put it down and neither do you until you have turned the last page.’ Tricia????? ‘Don't read it at night if you have get up in the morning because I promise you, you won't be able to put it down.’ Sue Horder-MasonDON’T MISS OUT ON THESE **THREE** UTTERLY ENCHANTING LOVE STORIES THAT ARE BRIMMING WITH GORGEOUS HISTORICAL DETAIL.