Left standing on the side while their contemporaries marry into society, four young ladies forge a bond to guard each other from a similar fate . . .Finishing school failed to make a proper lady of Penelope Arrington. But as a Wallflower of West Lane, Poppy has a far more vital role—she and her three best friends have made a pact to protect each other from the clutches of dangerous, disreputable men. So when one of them is about to be married off to a duke sight unseen, Poppy makes it her mission to divine the prospective husband’s true character. If only she didn’t require the aid of London’s most unsuitable rake.Rhys Draper, Earl of Marsden, has known the headstrong Poppy since she was a young girl naïve to the ways of men. To her eternal chagrin—and to his vague amusement—they have been at odds over the memory of embarrassing first encounter all these years. Now, with his services in need, Rhys sees a chance to finally clear the air between them. Instead, he is surprised by the heat of their feelings. If the two do not tread carefully, they may end up in a most agreeably compromising position . . .This book was previously published in March 2020

Tender and gallant…Beautiful and romantic' Ashley Herring BlakeTo win her heart, she'll have to fight…Winner of the RNA's Popular Romantic Novel Award 2025. Oxfordshire 1362When Lily Barden discovers her best friend Johanna’s hand in marriage is being awarded as the main prize at a tournament, she is determined to stop it. Disguised as a knight, she infiltrates the contest, preparing to fight for Jo’s hand. But her conduct ruffles feathers, and when a dangerous incident escalates out of Lily’s control, Jo must help her escape.Finding safety with a local brewster, Lily and Jo soon settle into their new freedom, and amongst blackberry bushes and lakeside walks an unexpected relationship blossoms. But when Jo’s past catches up with her and Lily’s reckless behaviour threatens their newfound happiness, both women realise that choices must always come at a cost. The question they need to ask is if the cost is worth the price of love…Perfect for fans of Freya Marske, Alexis Hall and Casey McQuiston.?'Heartbreakingly tender' Cat Sebastian'A delightful friends-to-lovers slow burn romance' M.N. BennetReaders are LOVING All the Painted Stars:'Amazing' ?????'I swooned' ?????'I'd really recommend this book' ?????

Elijah was the man Regina could never forget. Now he is back in England, but someone wants to kill him.Regina Paddimore puts her dreams of love away with other girlish things when she weds her father’s friend to escape a vile suitor who tries to force a marriage. Sixteen years later, and two years a widow, she seeks a husband who might help her fulfil another dream—to have her own child.Elijah Ashby escapes his abusive step-family as soon as he comes of age, off to see the world. Letters from his childhood friend Regina are all that connects him to England. Sixteen years later, now a famous travel writer, the news she is a widow brings him home.Sparks fly between them when they meet again. Regina begins to hope for love as well as babies. Elijah will be happy just to have her at his side. However, Elijah’s stepbrothers are determined to do everything they can—lie, cheat, kidnap, even murder—so that one of them can marry Regina and take her wealth for themselves.Love and friendship must conquer hatred and spite before Elijah and Regina can be together.A Twist Upon a Regency TaleLady Beast's BridegroomOne Perfect DanceSnowy and the Seven DovesPerchance to DreamWeave Me a RopeThe Sincerest FlatteryInviting the WildHold Me FastThe Trials of Alaric

He’s claimed his title. Could he inherit a bride, too? A romantic Regency adventure by a “very talented” author (Chicks, Rogues and Scandals).The Duchess of Skeffington retreats to the estate that was her refuge during her cruel marriage. She’s shocked to come face-to-face with the distant heir, now newly inherited duke, adventurous Simon Alexander.When Elizabeth is robbed, it’s up to them both to find the thief. But traveling together would attract too much gossip—unless they pose as husband and wife . . .

Annie Sweetwater Wasn't Like Other GirlsAll her life everyone she'd ever known had told her so. Except Luke Carpenter, who never let her limp blind him to seeing her as she really was: a woman grown, full of dreams, desires and hopes for a future—with him! Luke Couldn't Remember A Time When He Hadn't Loved HerTo her family, she was a Dresden doll in a wheelchair. To Luke, She was his Sweet Annie, a woman of surprising gifts, with a heart as open as the wide Western sky. And he'd risk anything to make her his bride!

“TOP PICK! Rife with the Regency’s penchant for gossip, scandal and matchmaking . . . a delightful romance featuring a rakish hero [and] an innocent widow.” —RT Book ReviewsWILL A RAKE’S WICKED WAYSAndrew Carrington, Earl of Bellingham, believes in being a gentleman, whether it’s fishing a soggy stranger out of the Thames or assisting a fetching lady into his bed. If the stranger becomes a friend and the lady a mistress, all the better. He certainly welcomes the opportunity to help Laura Davenport, a dazzling young widow with a rebellious stepson. Her gratitude, he hopes, will take an amorous form. But from the moment he sets foot in her drawing room, he gets far more than he bargained for . . . LEAD THE LADY ASTRAY?It was a moment of desperation. On the brink of losing her stepson, Laura turned to the notorious Lord Bellingham for help. Suddenly she, a vicar’s daughter, is in the precarious position of resisting his tantalizing advances. How Bell earned his wicked reputation is clear; the surprise is how much more there is to him than the gossip sheets could possibly reveal. Now every moment with this dangerously desirable man puts Laura’s good name at risk—and promises pleasure unlike any she has ever known . . .