On a warm spring night in a New Orleans Garden District mansion, the pick of society are gathering. Masquerading as Legendary Lovers, they have come to celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Duchaise masquerade ball. Charles and Millicent Duchaise have spared no expense—everything is perfect. Everything, that is, except their guests. Amidst the glitter and the beauty, the music and the revelry, some of the world's most legendary lovers are in trouble. Napoleon is doubting his Josephine, who in turn suspects him of deception. Violetta, Lady of the Camellias, has found her Afredo; only, she's not sure she can trust him with her heart. Petruchio is attempting to seduce his Kate, who is reluctant to be tamed. And Juliet has discovered that her long-lost Romeo is not who he seems.
When honor and destiny collide, scandal is never far behind… Grace Dooley didn’t mean to cause a scandal. She only wanted to escape her employer’s son and his unwanted advances. Running into a terrible storm—ill and feverish, no less—would’ve never been part of her plan. Neither would getting caught hiding in a proper lord’s coach. Blurting out that he was her betrothed? Also not on the agenda. But, oh, she did it. All of it… Sanford Brockman, Earl of Renshaw, had avoided rumors and dishonor his entire life. Until a wretched (but undeniably pretty) woman made a public spectacle of him. But even though he refuses to go along with her ridiculous ruse, he can’t abandon her—especially after she faints in his arms. All he can do now is help her recover—and hope his reputation can withstand the storm... It’s not long before Sanford learns there’s more to Grace than meets the eye, and Grace discovers a charming soft side beneath Sanford’s brooding exterior. But is mutual respect and attraction enough to put these polar opposites on the road to happily ever after? Or will society rip them apart forever? ___________________________________________________________________________________________ From USA Today bestselling author Collette Cameron comes a tantalizing tale of lies, scandal, and unexpected love with her latest FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL installment. A brooding earl and a desperate lady embark on a chaotic, humorous, romantic journey in this historical romance gem. If you enjoy reading entertaining class difference, strong heroine, and lovable rogue stories with a dash of romantic humor and heartwarming emotion, then you’ll adore Collette Cameron’s enthralling FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL SERIES. Buy EARL OF RENSHAW and settle into your favorite reading nook for a page-turning escape into a Regency world adventure you can’t put down. Though this book is part of a series, it can easily be read as a stand-alone. FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL SERIES: Earl of Wainthorpe Earl of Scarborough Earl of Keyworth Earl of Renshaw CHECK OUT USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR, COLLETTE CAMERON’S COMPLETE LIBRARY OF REGENCY AND SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER ROMANCE SERIES: ·Chronicles of the Westbrook Brides ·Ladies of Opportunity ·Seductive Scoundrels ·For the Love of an Earl (Wicked Earls’ Club) ·Heart of a Scot ·Highland Heather Romancing a Scot: Castle Brides ·Daughters of Desire (Scandalous Ladies) ·The Culpepper Misses ·The Honorable Rogues®
Isabella Hathaway has had a dreadful twelve months; her family has no money, her brother is lost and she has been jilted. To provide for her two sisters, she must find a suitable husband, no easy thing when she had been living under a cloud of scandal. When Isabella is kidnapped from a masquerade ball and she believes herself ruined. Little does she know that her future is suddenly looking up... - 64620 words.
Could she ever love the unrepentant rake who won her in a wager? He didn’t gamble on losing his heart when he won her at the gaming tables. Pierce, Earl of Wainthorpe has finally thwarted his worst enemy. Except, he can’t revel in his victory after winning his foe’s ward in a winner-takes-all wager. If Pierce refuses to assume Bianca Salisbury’s guardianship, the fiery-haired beauty with a matching temper may very well find herself sold to the highest bidder. The shameful secret she guards makes it impossible to love a rogue. Desperate to escape her blackguard cousin, Bianca Salisbury ventures to London to find a husband or employment. Instead, she’s bartered to a notorious rakehell. She either risks being compromised and accepts The Earl of Wainthorpe’s protection or flees him and her guardian. But without money and a place to go, she fears she’ll face the same tragic fate as her mother. To protect Bianca from her cousin, Pierce spirits her to his secluded country estate. Neither he nor Bianca is prepared for their growing attraction and both dread the day he returns to London while she remains in hiding. Can Pierce persuade a wary Bianca to trust a reformed rogue, or does he depart, leaving his heart and love behind? _________ This charming Regency historical by a USA Today bestselling author will make you smile, laugh, and sigh with contentment as you witness the sweet and tender love growing between Pierce and Bianca. This charming Regency historical by a USA Today bestselling author will make you smile, laugh, and sigh with contentment as you witness the sweet and tender love growing between Pierce and Bianca. If you enjoy reading friends to lovers, class difference, strong heroine, and lovable rogue stories with a pinch of mystery& suspense, a dash of romantic humor, and gripping emotion then you’ll adore Collette Cameron’s enthralling FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL. Buy EARL OF WAINTHORPE and settle into your favorite reading nook for a page-turning, entertaining Regency world adventure you can’t put down. Though part of a series, this book can easily be read as a stand-alone novel. FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL SERIES Earl of Wainthorpe Earl of Scarborough Earl of Keyworth Earl of Renshaw CHECK OUT USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR, COLLETTE CAMERON’S COMPLETE LIBRARY OF REGENCY AND SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER ROMANCE SERIES: ·Chronicles of the Westbrook Brides ·Ladies of Opportunity ·Seductive Scoundrels ·For the Love of an Earl (Wicked Earls’ Club) ·Heart of a Scot ·Highland Heather Romancing a Scot: Castle Brides ·Daughters of Desire (Scandalous Ladies) ·The Culpepper Misses ·The Honorable Rogues®
Welcome to the North Carolina shore… Get swept away by the passionate, emotional romance series that has sold over 2 million copies worldwide! This special boxset contains two books in the USA Today bestselling series: In UNMASKED, Noelle Olsen is braced for another bad blind date — until a sexy stranger sweeps her off her feet and tempts her on a wild midnight tour of New York City. In UNFORGETTABLE, Noelle is starting over in Beachwood Bay after inheriting her grandmother’s bed and breakfast, only to find herself next door to her unforgettable masquerade date. Ash Callahan isn’t looking for love. He’s built his real-estate empire out of discipline, control, and cool logic — so why does one kiss from a carefree stranger send his world tilting off its axis? Their connection is undeniable; the chemistry, impossible to ignore. But just as Noelle considers opening her heart again, the pair find themselves facing off over the town’s future — and their own. With so much as stake, will they find a way to bridge the divide, and build a love that’s unforgettable? The Carolina Hearts Boxsets: 1. Unbroken Promises (Untouched & Unbroken) 2. Unafraid of Love (Untamed Hearts & Unafraid) 3. Unconditional Vows (Unwrapped & Unconditional) 4. Uninhibited Passion (Unrequited & Uninhibited) 5. Unstoppable Emotions (Unstoppable & Unwritten) 6. Unforgettable Fate (Unmasked & Unforgettable) PRAISE FOR MELODY GRACE: "Melody Grace created fascinating characters that are simply I-R-R-E-S-I-S-T-I-B-L-E ! Her stories leave you with a big smile on your face and a heart bursting with love." - A Bookish Escape Blog "A roller coaster ride of pure emotion... beautifully written." Blame it on the Rain Reviews "Sexy and sweet: the perfect summer read!" - Corinne Michaels, NewYork Times bestselling author "Heartwarming, swoony, and sexy as hell." - Claire Contreras, New York Times bestselling author "Sizzling summer perfection! Melody Grace does it again." - Kendall Ryan, New York Times bestselling author "Sizzling hot and super emotional - the perfect combo!" - NYT and USA Today bestselling Lauren Blakely
Will her deepest secrets be exposed? A midnight kiss with her nemesis is only the beginning… Nelle Lassen can’t believe she fell into the arms of the infamous Grayson Monk—and enjoyed it! And when the masks come off, the bitter war between their families seems to mean nothing to him. When he offers a much-needed boost to her career, Nelle’s suspicious but accepts. Is he using her as a fake girlfriend? How outrageous! And how very, very tempting… From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.
’Tis the season to be wicked… When a woman desperate for a job saves the life of an earl… … both of their plans for the future are thwarted. He’s eccentric and society-shy… There’s no polite way to describe Ansley, Earl of Scarborough’s obsession with schedules and inflexible routines. Unfortunately, he’s also in need of a wife, which forces him squarely in the midst of the society he can scarcely function within. If only he dared to ignore the haut ton’s censure and claim the lovely, wholly unsuitable Willow as his own. She seeks a governess post… Up from the country, Willow Harwood must quickly secure a governess position and save enough money to return to America. Only, her plans are foiled when she rushes to the rescue of a devastatingly handsome earl in the process of being robbed. Though he’s far above her station, she can’t fight the irrepressible attraction she feels toward him. Neither is prepared for the upheaval to their lives when she reluctantly accepts his offer of employment…as his housekeeper. Nor can either predict the mayhem that follows when a lord who disdains society and a country miss with no experience plan a haut ton Christmastide gathering. ___________________________________________________________________ This charming Regency holiday historical by a USA Today bestselling author will make you smile, laugh, and sigh with contentment as you witness the sweet and tender love growing between Ansley and Willow. If you enjoy reading entertaining Christmas, class difference, strong heroine, and lovable rogue stories with a dash of romantic humor and heartwarming emotion, then you’ll adore Collette Cameron’s enthralling FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL SERIES. Buy EARL OF SCARBOROUGH and settle into your favorite reading nook for a page-turning escape into a Regency world adventure you can’t put down. Though part of a series, this book can easily be read as a stand-alone novel. FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL SERIES Earl of Wainthorpe Earl of Scarborough Earl of Keyworth Earl of Renshaw CHECK OUT USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR, COLLETTE CAMERON’S COMPLETE LIBRARY OF REGENCY AND SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER ROMANCE SERIES: ·Chronicles of the Westbrook Brides ·Ladies of Opportunity ·Seductive Scoundrels ·For the Love of an Earl (Wicked Earls’ Club) ·Heart of a Scot ·Highland Heather Romancing a Scot: Castle Brides ·Daughters of Desire (Scandalous Ladies) ·The Culpepper Misses ·The Honorable Rogues®
From buttoned-up office help to sexy lingerie model! Martha Jane can’t say no. Tonight’s lingerie show can make or break her best friend’s brand new line, and the model got sick at the last minute. Transformed into a bombshell… The quiet, unemployed administrative assistant walks the runway in an array of fantasy lingerie, grateful that each outfit has its own elaborate mask. The line is a hit, and Martha Jane is relieved the show is nearly over, until, on her final pass, she falls off the stage and into the arms of Richard Gable. Her former boss. The man she’s been secretly in love with for years. The man who fired her and gave her job to one his brainless bimbos. The Mask She Wears… He doesn’t recognize her behind the mask. And then she realizes…he’s hitting on her. Of course he’s hitting on her. A lingerie model is exactly his type. In all the time she worked for him, Richard never looked at her the way he’s looking at her now. Does she have the nerve? Martha Jane makes a split second decision to take a walk on the wild side. She’s pretty sure she can protect her identity. But it’s not as easy to protect her heart.
Their aversion was instant and mutual. Or so it would seem… Celestia Tolman will never forgive Landry, Earl of Keyworth, for trying to ruin her father’s livelihood. She will, however, teach the arrogant lord a lesson he won’t soon forget. The task should be simple—if she can ignore her untimely and entirely unwanted attraction to the handsome devil, that is… Landry has no patience for liars and cheaters, and he suspects the delectable Celestia is both. He has no intention of letting her sway his sympathies in favor of her charlatan of a father, and he won’t allow her to steal his heart. At least, that’s what he told himself… But when ugly gossip throws them together in a most unexpected way, can Landry and Celestia overcome their differences and forge a path to happily ever after? Or are they destined to remain enemies forever? __________ This intriguing Regency historical by a USA Today bestselling author will make you smile, laugh, and sigh with contentment as you witness the enemies Landry and Celestia fall in love. If you enjoy reading unique class difference, strong heroine, and lovable rogue stories with a dash of romantic humor and heartwarming emotion, then you’ll adore Collette Cameron’s enthralling FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL. Buy EARL OF KEYWORTH and settle into your favorite reading nook for a page-turning romantic escape into a Regency world adventure you can’t put down. Though part of a series, this book can easily be read as a stand-alone novel. FOR THE LOVE OF AN EARL SERIES Earl of Wainthorpe Earl of Scarborough Earl of Keyworth Earl of Renshaw CHECK OUT USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR, COLLETTE CAMERON’S COMPLETE LIBRARY OF REGENCY AND SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER ROMANCE SERIES: ·Chronicles of the Westbrook Brides ·Ladies of Opportunity ·Seductive Scoundrels ·For the Love of an Earl (Wicked Earls’ Club) ·Heart of a Scot ·Highland Heather Romancing a Scot: Castle Brides ·Daughters of Desire (Scandalous Ladies) ·The Culpepper Misses ·The Honorable Rogues®
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