A Shelf Unbound Best Indie Books Notable of 2022When she discovers her family's enemy is hiding in plain sight, what choice does a lady have but to seduce him?Maximilian Hainsworth, Viscount Berwick, is on a mission: to write a scathing expose of England’s most famous country estate, Northfield Hall. While much of England praises Northfield Hall for its egalitarian economy and boycott of foreign imports, Max knows that the Preston family must have an alternative hidden income to explain Northfield's prosperity. Max is determined to uncover their secrets and humiliate the Prestons with an inflammatory report.Disguised as a carpenter, he gets himself hired so he can learn Northfield Hall’s secret ins and outs. A few things quickly go wrong with his plan:He doesn’t bring his own toolsNo one is willing to speak ill of the PrestonsHe keeps accidentally flirting with Miss Ellen PrestonEllen can see plain as day that the new carpenter’s assistant lied about his experience with woodwork. She is willing to overlook this, especially since he is handsome and easy to talk to. However, when she overhears him asking strange questions, she does some investigating - and discovers he is one of her father’s biggest political enemies. Taking the matter into her own hands, Ellen vows to delay Max’s report any way she can.Even if that means kissing him again.Working against each other, Max and Ellen begin asking difficult questions about Northfield Hall. What they discover forces each of them to rethink their own assumptions and answer for themselves: are their principles more important than love?

The last thing a mail order bride needs is a highwayman’s intervention in the form of a stagecoach robbery. Especially when time is of the essence and she needs a father for her baby. Preferably before she begins to show. When Melissa married John Carter because her family couldn’t afford to feed her, she had no idea of the cruelty of the man. John Carter beats her mercilessly and makes her life a living hell.
After seeing an ad in the paper for paid passage westward, she answers the ad in the hopes to use the ticket to escape John Carter.
She gets on a coach from Boston, heading west, with no money, and needing a roof over her head. Not just for herself, but for the baby she’s carrying, a baby she has to save from John Carter’s cruelty. Expecting a baby has changed the stakes for Melissa. She must provide a safe and loving home for the child. Time is of the essence if she is to marry in time to convince her new husband that the baby she’ll give birth to is his.
A stagecoach robbery is a deterrent she did not count on, nor need. When the robbers learn her husband is a wealthy rancher, she’s taken hostage, costing her precious time in a plan that hinges on timeliness.
She hates the leader of the highwaymen. Hates him with a passion and is beyond angry that the time is ticking while he negotiates her ransom.
Jed Cunningham’s a highwayman, certainly, but one with honor. And a heart, it seems. He can’t stand the idea of sending the stunning feisty Melissa Carter to marry a rich rancher. She’s precisely the kind of woman who needs to be loved.
But she doesn’t seem to see that.

Best-selling author Patricia Grasso presents Book 1 in the Lords of London Regency Romance Series.Originally released as To Tempt An Angel.A daring risk…Angelica Douglas has no idea that she’s the Countess of Melrose. What she does know is that she needs to support her family as a card shark, while finding a way to seek revenge on the men who ruined her father and sent her family spiraling down into poverty. When Angela encounters Robert Campell, she thinks he’s simply a dashing rogue who is far too dangerous for her peace of mind.A dangerous game…Robert Campbell, Marquess of Argyll, heir to the Duke of Inverary, has no idea who Angelica truly is. He thinks Angelica is an angel except when she’s being a pain in the behind. Moreover, he wants to take care of her and make her his mistress. When Robert finds out that his own father may have been one of the men who ruined Angelica’s family, he vows to keep a careful eye on her. When Angelica finds out that Robert’s father may have been one of the men responsible, she vows to stay as far away from Robert as possible. But when danger threatens, both Robert and Angelica must face the truth and let fate take the upper hand.

From a New York Times bestseller, a proud Scotsman meets his match in an unconventional female reporter in this Scottish historical romance novella.Let the Games Begin . . .William MacKenzie has always been protective of his Scottish village. When Moraig's economy falters, he has the perfect solution to lure wealthy Londoners to this tiny hamlet: resurrect the ancient Highland Games! But for this to work, William knows he needs a reporter to showcase the town in just the right light.A female journalist might be a tolerated oddity in Brighton, but newly minted reporter Penelope Tolbertson is discovering that finding respect in London is a far more difficult prospect. After receiving an invitation to cover Moraig's Highland Games, Penelope is determined to prove to her London editors just how valuable she can be.Penelope instantly captures William's heart, but she is none too impressed with the gruff, broody Highlander; however, as she begins to understand his plans, Penelope discovers she may want more from him than just a story. She's only got a few days . . . but maybe a few days are all they need.Praise for Jennifer McQuiston:“One of my favorite new writers!” —Julia Quinn, New York Times–Bestselling Author“With a fresh voice and a gift for the unexpected, Jennifer McQuiston is a fabulous storyteller—make space on your keeper shelf!” —Sarah MacLean, New York Times–bestselling author“McQuiston secures her reputation for creating romantic, empathetic, and unique love stories.” —RT Book Reviews

A LESSON IN SEDUCTION . . .Miranda Hodgkins has only ever wanted one thing: to marry Robert Carlisle. And she simply can't wait a moment longer. During the Carlisle family masquerade ball, Miranda boldly sneaks into his bedchamber with seduction on her mind. Soon she's swept into rock-hard arms for the most breathtaking kiss of her life. But when the masks come off, she's horrified to find herself face-to-face with Sebastian, the Duke of Trent-Robert's formidable older brother.Shocked to find Miranda in his bed, Sebastian quickly offers her a deal to avoid scandal: He'll help her win his brother's heart if she'll find him the perfect wife. But what begins as a simple negotiation soon spirals out of control. For the longer this reformed rake tries to make a match for Miranda, the more he wants to keep her all to himself. Capturing the CarlislesIf the Duke DemandsWhen the Scoundrel SinsAs the Devil Dares

Virtue & Vice and everything spice...When innocent Rosalyn Fernsby went in search of help for her family, she witnessed shocking deeds...and now, she can't stop thinking about them. Can she resist a forbidden earl, or will she submit to his searing kisses?Alexander de Lucey prides himself upon being an honorable gentleman, yet the desire Miss Fernsby stirs in him is anything but proper. He can't back out of his engagement. Nor can he stop himself from kissing Miss Fernsby. But Rosalyn refuses to live in shame...When an explosive secret comes to light, can he win her trust, or has he lost her forever?This is a full-length, steamy, age-gap Victorian romance with a Happy Ever After. One-click and get your copy today!"Fiery, scandalous, enticing read!" - Review