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All Afternoon with a Scandalous Marquess
Simon Jefferes, the Marquess of Sainthill, has done the unthinkable—he’s fallen in love. The so-called “Saint” has spent his life gambling, dallying with women, and satisfying his every whim. And he fully intended to continue his wicked ways, until he met the mysterious, exotic, and irresistible Madame Venna—the one woman he can’t have…and the only one he’s ever wanted for more than an evening. The proprietress of the Golden Pearl, one of London’s most exclusive brothels, Madame Venna takes pride in the lush, decadent club she’s created. With a half-mask to conceal her identity, she’s careful to safeguard something even more valuable—her heart. But Saint is determined to tear down the walls she’s built around herself, and to finally expose the truth—that Madame Venna is a woman very much in love…with him.
Sunrise with a Notorious Lord
Dashing, decadent, and deliciously seductive, the notorious Lords of Vice indulge their every desire-from dusk until dawn... Christopher Courtland, Earl of Vanewright-known around London as "Vane"-is the very picture of a rich, handsome ladies' man. Why shackle himself to just one lady when he's free to sample them all? In spite of his own mother's attempts at matchmaking, Vane has sworn to stay single. Until he has a chance run-in with Miss Isabel Thorne... A modest and refined beauty, Isabel is a lot more brazen than she appears. When a pickpocket tries to make away with Vane's bejeweled snuffbox, Isabel attempts to thwart his escape.and manages to steal Vane's heart. But the harder he tries to seduce the sharp-tongued, strong-willed Isabel, the more she resists. Now it's up to this tried-and-true bachelor to find a new way to play the game.or risk losing the one woman who's ever captured his heart.
Reviewer: TheBookQueen
Review: Dec 26, 2011
Genre(s): Historical Romance
Isabel Thorne life has been anything but easy. Her father's death lead to her mother's inability to deal with everyday life, leaving Isabel to take care of the household herself. With limited resources, this hasn't been easy; her father was only a mere working man, a philosopher of sorts, and though her mother was born the daughter of a lord she was cut off completely the moment she married Mr. Thorne. Isabel
After Dark with a Scoundrel
Young, tender, and highly impressionable, Lady Regan can’t help but be intrigued by her brother’s wayward friends—the wickedly charming Lords of Vice. One man in particular, the dashing Lord Hugh Mordare (known simply as “Dare” among the ton), utterly captivates her—in spite of his reputation as a notorious womanizer. But when she steals an innocent kiss from Dare, Regan is swiftly packed off to boarding school, safely away from danger…and desire.
Five years later, Regan returns—a proper lady and ravishing beauty. Miss Swann’s Academy for Young Ladies has taught her how to behave in polite society. But all the training in the world cannot extinguish her love for Dare. Now, she hopes to beat the master of seduction at his own game—by daring Dare to love her in return. This time, both of their hearts are on the line…and winner takes all.
Reviewer: Tigger9
Review: Jan 26, 2011
Genre(s): Historical Romance
I absolutely loved After Dark with a Scoundrel. It is an amazing read and I could not put it down. I fell in love with the characters very early on and was wrapped up into the story very quickly. Dare cares for and wants Regan but doesn't think that he is good enough and the fact that she is one of his best friends' sisters. Regan is in love with Dare at fifteen and knows it but she doesn't know how to get Da
Till Dawn with the Devil
SOMETIMES IT TAKES A ROGUE
Few women can resist a man like Gabriel Reign Housely, the Earl of Rainecourt. With divine good looks, delectable charms, and delicious wealth, he would seem to be every marriage-minded mothers dream match for their daughters. But not so, given the scandalous death of his first wife. Fortunately for Gabriel, he has no plans to seriously court any of the London ladies ever again. That is, until he shares one unforgettable dance with a mysterious stranger
TO CAPTURE AN ANGEL
Exquisitely beautiful though decidedly modest, Lady Sophia usually shuns the festive ballrooms of London society. But when a man who calls himself Reign enters her lifeseemingly from out of nowhereand shows her true kindness, her wary young heart begins to melt. Of course, Sophia would be shocked to the learn the truth about Reigns past. But with family money running out and her own marital prospects growing dim, this devilish stranger may be her only salvation..
Reviewer: Danya
Review: Jul 20, 2010
Genre(s): Historical Romance, Regency
Gabriel, the Earl of Rainecourt, is one of the lords of vice, and best known by the name Reign. His family seems to carry a murderous strain in it's blood, after his father kills a friend and wife, and Reign's wife dies under scandalous and suspicious circumstances. He has set aside all thoughts of ever marrying again because of it. Until he meets the young lady with blue bows who changes his life.
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