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Her world collapses when Molly Shephard loses her greatest love in a freak mining accident. The next few months test her grit and will to survive as she fights tooth and nail just to provide food and shelter for her family. All while nursing a shattered heart and broken spirit. Countless women lost their husbands that day, and while many have found other, less palatable ways to survive, Molly can’t possibly consider marrying again so soon just to make ends meet. She eventually lands work in a last-ditch attempt to keep her home and make sure food is on the table. It isn’t long before ...

At ten, Penny knows what it’s like to hunger, both for food and security when her father loses his job and the little money they had left. But when her brother runs away to spare their parents and try to save himself, he implores her to do the same. Pen flees reluctantly, and soon discovers she’s way in over her head. But there’s no turning back. But she’s not the only child with a dangerous and terrifying future. Sally Flood knows hurt and pain, too. At thirteen, her alcoholic mother gives her up to the wicked and sadistic services run by Madam Maisie for money to get by. Yet ...

Orphaned at a young age in the slums of Whitechapel, Lucy makes a promise to a childhood sweetheart before being ripped away from the only place she’s ever known. Enduring years of gruelling work as a domestic at a grand estate in the countryside, she’s suddenly called back to London under mysterious circumstances. As she navigates her new role in upper crust society, will she ever find her long lost love and fulfill her promise?

Raised as a lowly servant on a grand estate, Holly has reason to believe that the heir to the family fortune plans to declare his love for her at Christmas. But the arrival of unexpected guests threatens the budding romance with the revelation of an already-existing promise to marry. Can an ancient Yuletide legend be invoked to save their love, or must Holly bear the pain of seeing her childhood sweetheart betrothed to someone else?

It’s been over a year since Emma Clark, Countess of Dearborn’s, abusive husband left on an expedition. Emma is now head of the household and enjoying her new freedom. But people are beginning to presume the earl is dead. If Emma were widowed her husband’s family would remove her from the estate, leaving her destitute. Regardless of the truth she must ensure the rumours stop. But when the Earl of Marlaine, Luka Olivien appears on her doorstep, Emma’s lifestyle is threatened. Luka has travelled from Egypt to meet Albert’s grieving widow and return his belongings.

Lady Noelle Abbot is returning home for the Christmastide season after months at a school for unmarriageable ladies. Everything that can go wrong, does. She finds herself stranded at an inn while a storm rages outside, and then the one man she hoped never to see again walks inside. Asher Prescott, the Marquess of Daventry should be in London with his family. Instead he finds himself at a secluded inn. To make things worse…the vixen he’s always found vexing and desirable is a guest as well.

When their father loses their family fortune, and their mother locks herself away, sisters Grace and Clementine are left to raise themselves in a grand London house that is slowly falling apart around them. Each of them is determined to one day restore their fortunes and their family name and make a promise to do just that. Clementine dreams of being a star on stage, a celebrated ballerina who will tour the world, earning fame and fortune. She is adamant she won't put her fate into a man's hands but take charge of it herself. Grace, in contrast, sees security in a good marriage.

In the elegant backdrop of 18th-century English aristocracy, Lady Amelia's world shatters with her father's passing, leaving her bereft and constrained by the bonds of youth. Guided by newfound allies Grace and Sarah, Amelia crafts a daring plan: a mere four weeks to settle her affairs and covertly secure an English lord for marriage, a ploy to anchor her heart to her homeland. Amidst her mourning, Amelia's audacious quest unfolds as she embarks on the intricate game of capturing a worthy suitor from London's elite.

Diana ist eine einfache Bürgerliche und Quinn der verstoßene Sohn eines Aristokraten. Im Grunde wären sie das perfekte Paar, wenn nicht Quinns Vergangenheit zwischen ihnen stehen würde. Doch auch Diana hat ein Geheimnis: Sie muss gegen ihn arbeiten, um zu überleben... London 1838: Diana Montague hat alles verloren und üble Gerüchte machen ihr das Leben zusätzlich zur Hölle. Deshalb versucht sie mit allen Mitteln, sich in einer von Männern dominierten Welt durchzuschlagen. Als es zu einer Verwechslung kommt, ergreift sie die Chance, um sich mit Detektivarbeit ein Vermögen zu verdienen.

“I really love Jesalin's style. Her writing captures the era's sense of propriety, and the way society bound women to their positions. But her writing is also modern and easy to read, so you don't get bogged down. I loved the leads and thought they were very compelling. It was a nice quick read, and made my day!" Vivian Hollingsworth is disillusioned about love. After losing her husband at just twenty-five, she grieved for almost two years, unable to let go of her sorrow. She knows she needs to become a part of the London's social scene once again, but she’s lost all hope of finding ...

Eine denkbar ungünstige Situation, in der sich die ehemalige Baronin of Barrowby wiederfindet. Verheiratet mit zwei Männern, verlassen von einem, geächtet vom anderen, verirrt sie sich in den schottischen Lowlands, aus denen es nur einen Ausweg gibt: Sie muss lernen, ihrem größten Feind zu vertrauen.

Gwyneth Acres has always had all she needs. The daughter of a wealthy businessman, her petulant decision to run away with the love of her life, leads to meager means and the need for a safe haven. Becoming a mail-order bride until her family will welcome her home, seems to be the opportunity she needs. Sneaking from her fancy hotel and boarding a train she soon arrives to the tiny town of Littleton only to have all of her plans dashed by the preacher. Desperate and nearly destitute, Gwyneth takes the gamble of her life. Will she choose well or will her poor choices of the past ruin everything?

Three standalone stories of cowboys who will do anything to protect the women they love. Steamy, reverse harem romances with handsome, strong men and women who helped tame the west. Loving My Cowboy Two Texas Rangers and One Wild Bride? Unmarried and alone is dangerous in the wilds of Texas. Lillian Bradley’s family died leaving her to run the ranch that her lowlife neighbor covets. And someone is stealing her cattle. She needs a protector, a husband, and she needs him now. Texas Rangers Will and Seth are looking for a gunslinger. They ride into Blessing, Texas just as a bank robbery is ...

Bad Girls Have More Fun Sadie and her group of friends have been labeled as scandalous by the local newspaper. Despite their reputation, they wear their title with pride. Join them as they face contempt, oppression, and a gender battle while trying to outsmart Nellie, their sworn enemy. Who will ultimately betray Nellie? Why, a knight in shining armor, of course. Scandalous Sadie Ravenous Rose Tempting Tessa Nellie's Redemption

Three standalone stories of cowboys who will do anything to protect the women they love. Steamy, reverse harem romances with handsome, strong men and women who helped tame the west. Come to Blessing, Texas. Two Cowboys Two Perfect Can Beauty Tame The Wild Beast? Ella Dillard is the perfect unwed schoolteacher in the small town of Blessing, Texas, but she longs for a family of her own. Then she's made an offer she can't refuse if she wants to save her brother from jail—to temporarily marry two Texas Rangers who can help him. Warren Alley and Clinton Flowers have one year to claim a wife ...

Dominic left his family to a Creole cottage in late 19th century New Orleans, when his wife developed a mysterious case of dementia. Abandoned by her husband, Eleanor rests in the care of her two children, Clara and Julian. Through contradicting narratives, each family member recalls the grim events following Dominic’s return; a far different man than the one who left. As Eleanor’s identity slips away, a new one emerges, leaving nothing behind but for the one memory she wants to let go; a ghost that continues to haunt her so...

The Diamond Dynasty series continues with Ben's story. Join another Klonimus brother on a dangerous voyage and let his heart-melting love letters transport you to the nostalgia of historical romance. Ben has fallen in love with a girl he's known for so long but his timing is awful - he's about to set sail for the last spot of where the treasure has been hidden that his family has spent years searching for. Will the girl of his dreams wait for his return? Esther is sick of being the little sister tucked away at home, the one to watch or tutor her siblings in the nursery. And when the man who...

A Kiss Sends Her Fleeing…Runaway Bride Belle Bishop and her sisters, wealthy southern belles, are set to marry old men suitors selected for them by their guardian uncle. When the elder man kisses Belle, she knows it’s time to flee. Together, the three women sneak out of Savannah as penniless mail-order brides desperate for a new chance at love and happiness in Mistletoe Falls, Montana. Martin Keegan owns the local saloon and dreams of owning a ranch. His father orders him a mail-order bride, hoping she will accept Martin as he is – a poor struggling working man. Will his new wife help...

Two brothers at odds. A stolen bride. Who wins? Who loses? Who claims her heart? All he felt was the need to get even. After last night’s break up with MaryBeth, he wanted retaliation. If he married Abel's woman today, Miss Adams, his ex-fiancée, could kiss his horse's...Could he marry his brother's woman? After an accident disfigures Abel Shepherd’s face, he is considered the ogre of Potter county. Lonely, he orders a mail-order bride, but she never arrives. Yet, his brother brings home a lovely bride who helps Abel see past the scars on his face. Emma’s dying mother answers an ...

Available as a value box set www.amazon.com/dp/B07634VX9W (copy and paste the link into your browser) Having left behind the man she loves, Betsy is marrying Jim. Not only is he a total stranger, but the father of three children Betsy knew nothing about. Life on the desolate prairie will be harder than anything Betsy’s ever done before. Can Betsy find a way to manage three children? Will Jim be the sort of husband Betsy has always dreamed of? Should Betsy have married the man she still longs for? Get ready for challenges, surprises, and a few laughs as this self-centered bride learn how ...