**SPECIAL DELUXE EDITION WITH STAINED EDGES, CHARACTER ART, AND MORE.** He's the most beautiful man I've ever seen...and the most dangerous. Eternally young and full of a brilliant passion that may ultimately be the end of me: my perfect Dorian Gray. The painting that's kept Dorian Gray flawless for over a century is beginning to fall apart, rotted by his life of reckless decadence. Desperate, he seeks out the only person who might be able to save him: a talented young painter descended from Dorian's first love. Baz may have the same magical gift as her ancestor, but she's vowed never to paint anyone's likeness again. Haunted by the memory of the terrible price her talent can exact, she swears she will not be swayed—not even by the seductive words dripping like venom from the lips of the most beautiful man she's ever met. Yet as Dorian tries to persuade Baz by any means possible, they become aware of a darker, deadlier magic awakening around them. Dangerous forces, long dormant, have been stirred by Baz's presence...and are determined to have her no matter the cost. As tensions rise and desire flares ever-hotter, Baz and Dorian become trapped in a complex web of conflicting motives, messy emotions, and a growing, desperate passion that may well consume them both. An addictive and truly original spicy New Adult retelling of The Picture of Dorian Gray with a magical twist. RICH BONUS FEATURES INCLUDE: Sprayed edges Gorgeous b&w interior art Additional scenes And more!
Cecelia Medbourne had not known that an afternoon of wonder and delight could lead to seven years of hardship. She had been a completely innocent young woman, just eighteen, at the start of that afternoon. By its end, her ignorance had been enlightened, and her life had been changed forever. Darius Darton, Viscount Knyckham, had never thought that harm would come to him. In the way of young men, he had thought himself invincible. Seven years of painstaking recovery after a devastating carriage accident had taught him differently. Their paths had crossed once. When they crossed again, under very different circumstances, Darius had no memory of that past afternoon. Cecelia thought that her secret was safe. It was, for a while. Then he remembered. When Cecelia realized he knew her daughter was also his, she feared for their future. Flight was her only response to the danger she believed he presented. But reconciliation was the solution he sought to their problem. There had been magic in their afternoon together. If they can reclaim it, their lives will be enriched. If they cannot, three people will suffer the consequences.
“Greiman’s writing is warm, witty, and gently wise.” —New York Times bestselling author Betina Krahn Readers who love their paranormal romance brimming with wit and deep emotion and sprinkled with a dash of Scottish flavor will adore Charming the Devil—the final book in Lois Greiman’s enchanting Witches of Mayfair series. The former Midwest Fiction Writers’ Writer of the Year, Romantic Times Historical Storyteller of the Year, and multiple RITA® Award nominee unites a bold Scottish warrior with a delightful lady with very unusual abilities, in a wonderfully engaging love story that is a treat for fans of Teresa Medeiros and Christina Dodd.
CHARMING AND JUST A BIT DISARMING is a collection of three novellas. Each of these novellas was previously featured in other anthologies. An Unintended Journey, originally featured in A SUMMONS FROM THE CASTLE. Abby Goddard’s life is going along just swimmingly, apart from the disappearance of her life’s love—Wesley Cavendish, a man well above her station. Just before Christmas, Grandmama dies after revealing the identity of Abby’s grandfather. The Duke of Danby, no less. Now the entire family will travel to Yorkshire to confront Danby, hoping to gain a dowry for Abby. But then Wesley reemerges, sparking a hope Abby thought long destroyed. Shall the prodigal son’s sole inheritance be an unsightly gash? Wesley Cavendish aspires to the political realm, despite his father’s near-murderous opposition…not to mention his opposition to Abby Goddard. But since Father died, will the new Earl of Fordingham rescind Father’s disgraceful allegations? Fordingham thwarts Wesley at every turn, threatening marriage to a prominent Tory family—which precludes Abby—to put an end to Wesley’s Whig involvement…unless Wesley can find a loophole. Flight of Fancy, originally featured in THE BETTING SEASON. Lord Falkland bets Lord Jefferson Blount two hundred fifty pounds that Lord Haworth will ensure the ruination of Lady Georgianna Bexley-Smythe by 15 May unless the Marquess of Stalbridge returns to Town and settles his debts before that date. ~19 April, 1813 Cedric Loring, the Earl of Montague, has been an honorary member of the Bexley-Smythe family for years. He’s always had a special, if sometimes strained, bond with Georgie. But when her name ends up in the betting book at White’s before she’s even made her debut, he knows no one can protect her quite like he can. If only she’d stop chasing after the very gentleman who could single-handedly see to her ruin. Lady Georgianna Bexley-Smythe has the uncanny ability to remember nearly everything she’s ever read, and thus knows everything about almost everything. But as knowledge and experience are not interchangeable, she intends to make her first Season one of adventure. What could be more adventurous than seeing London from Lord Haworth’s gas balloon? Now she must avoid Monty long enough to make Haworth’s acquaintance and beg an airborne adventure. To Enchant an Icy Earl, originally featured in A SEASON TO REMEMBER. As the Earl of Fordingham, Tristan Cavendish has lived by the code his father beat into him for so long he’s driven everyone in his life away, including his brother. Now he is alone. Loneliness dictates he must change, so he sets out to make amends with his only sibling. Alas, his brother seems none too inclined to hear him out, and a woman who must be a vision from Fordingham’s dreams walks into his path. Now, more than ever before, he knows he must change his ways or risk driving her away as well…but how? Calista Bartlett is on the hunt for a husband—but one who is nothing at all like the betrayer who was her former beau. When she sees the Earl of Fordingham across the room at a soiree, she knows she’s found the very man who is everything her one-time beau was not. Fordingham presents an icy façade to the world, but Calista discovers a passionate man who kisses her feverishly and warms her through to the bones. Can she ever convince him to let down his guard permanently? Key words: Regency, regency romance, historical romance, aristocrat, humorous romance, short story, novella, first in series
Beautiful Taylor Baker, whose fiance has eloped with her odious cousin and whose greedy uncle has his own plans for her, escapes to Montana with rough-edged American Lucas Ross.
"highly entertaining and informative... This is a book worth arguing with, written with verve, wit and passion. It is also lavishly illustrated. I enjoyed every minute of it."—The Spectator "as comprehensive a guide as anyone could wish to the appearances of the Evil One in art and literature throughout the age."—The Herald
Georgette Heyer's bestselling historical romance featuring a dashing and wild young nobleman and the gently bred young lady, both chasing happiness on a collision course with destiny. A rogue on a rampage... The Marquis of Vidal is a notorious rake, impossible to tame. Any night of the week you can find him wenching, gambling, or fighting, much to the dismay of his parents the Duke and Duchess of Avon. Forced to leave England after nearly killing his man in a duel, he decides to take a beautiful girl with him. In his rush, however, he runs off with the wrong woman. This lady is not a doormat... Determined to save her sister from the scandalous Marquis, Miss Mary Challoner throws herself into his path, hoping he'll release her when they get to Paris. But Vidal is intrigued by the unexpected young lady, who's not particularly impressed with him. The devilish rake has apparently met his match. And as Mary finds herself more and more entangled with the fascinating rogue, her reputation and her future are on the line. Take a deep breath and don't trip over your petticoats: This best-selling historical Regency romance features mistaken identities, a dashing rake, and a very smart young lady on a collision course with a marriage made in scandal.
Five years ago, they made my life a living hell. They teased me, abused me, and called me a witch. Little did they know... Now, I'm back for my senior year of high school. New hair, new style, new personality. I'll no longer be the weird girl hiding in the shadows. Instead, I'll embrace all of my darkness. The goal? Revenge on the boys-the men-who bullied me. The football star, the musician, the bad boy, and the class president. I'll make them pay for what they did to me. One spell at a time. Buckle up, boys and girls. You're not going to like me by the time this book ends. I never said I'm the hero of the story, did I? I'm just the crazy bitch with a voodoo doll.
A temp assistant and the British boss she loves to hate . . . The Devils series is a sexy blend of spice, romance and grumpy men. Prepare to laugh, swoon and cry . . . perfect for fans of Christina Lauren and Emma Chase. He might not be the devil, but working under him for six weeks is my idea of hell. Hayes Flynn is an arrogant jerk known best for his scotch habit and the way he spreads his British "charm" all over Hollywood, never with the same woman twice. He's the last person I want to work for, except he has a face I can't look away from, and the longer we're together, the harder he is to hate. Because under that smug exterior is a heart he doesn't want to show-one that was badly broken a decade earlier. A part of me wants to fix it for him before I leave...but can I do it without breaking my own in the process?
A MAN UNLIKE ANY OTHER Luke Delaney was the sexiest—and most scandalous—man Inferno, Arizona, society had ever bred. Though he'd broken all the rules, he was coming to terms with the past and moving on with his future—until he met tempting single mother Abby Graham and did an about-face. Running for her life, Abby had come to Inferno to elude the dangerous man who threatened the safety of her children. She needed Luke. And Luke wanted her enough to wed and protect her. But could she ask him to put his very life on the line…?
