Diane Gaston
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The Vanishing Viscountess
A woman of innocence and notoriety. . .The prisoner stood with an expression of defiance, leather shackles on her wrists. Adam Vickery, Marquess of Tannerton, was drawn to this woman, so dignified in her plight. He didn't recognize her as the once innocent, hopeful debutante he had danced with long years ago.Marlena Parronley, the notorious Vanishing Viscountess, was a fugitive. Seeing the dashing, carefree marquess of her dreams just reminded her that she couldn't risk letting anyone, especially Tanner, get caught up in helping her escape. He would face the same punishment she did. The hangman's noose.
Scandalising the Ton
Indulge your fantasies of delicious Regency Rakes, fierce Viking warriors and rugged Highlanders. Be swept away into a world of intense passion, lavish settings and romance that burns brightly through the centuriesWho is the father of her child? Lady Wexin, once the Ton’s foremost beauty, has been abandoned by her family and friends, and creditors hound her. Her husband’s scandalous death has left her impoverished, and the gossip-mongering press is whipped into a frenzy of speculation when it becomes clear the widow is with child.Who is the father? Only one man knows: Adrian Pomroy, Viscount Cavanley. He has cultivated the reputation of a rake, but in truth yearns for something useful to do. Delicate beauty Lydia Wexin could pose an intriguing – and stimulating – challenge…
The Mysterious Miss M
THE REGENCY UNDERWORLD–SEX, SCANDAL AND REDEEMING LOVE!The Mysterious Miss M is a living male fantasy–alluring, sensual, masked. But when Lord Devlin Steele finds himself responsible for her–and her child–he comes to know the real Maddy: the loving, passionate woman who drives away the nightmares of the Waterloo battlefield.But the aristocratic soldier can't support his new family. He will inherit his fortune only on marriage to a suitable lady–and Maddy is far from suitable. With the dangers of London's underworld closing in, how can he protect the woman he has come to love?
Born to Scandal
‘PEOPLE TALK AS IF THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG ABOUT LORD BRENTMORE. SOMETHING ABOUT HIS PAST.'Lord Brentmore – half Irish peasant, half English aristocrat – grew up under a cloud of scandal. Even money and a title aren’t enough to stay the wagging tongues of the ton. But he’s vowed that his children will never experience the same stigma. After the death of their infamous mother they need a reputable governess.Anna Hill is too passionate, too alluring, but she fills Brentmore Hall with light and laughter again – and its master with feelings he’d forgotten… But a lord marrying a governess would be the biggest scandal of all!
Gallant Officer, Forbidden Lady
He’s fought for his country, now he’s fighting for his heart!The battlefields of Badajoz are nothing compared to the cutting tongues of polite society, but Jack Vernon has never been very ‘polite’. A canvas is the brooding artist’s preferred company – having once been an outlet for the horror he witnessed at war, it’s now his fortune.Painting the portrait of stunningly beautiful Ariana Blane is his biggest commission yet. Learning every curve of her body ignites feelings he thought were destroyed in battle. But he’s not the only man who has Ariana in his sights…
Chivalrous Captain, Rebel Mistress
Duty was his only mistress, until he fell in love with his enemy… Amid the chaos of Waterloo, Captain Allan Landon stumbles upon a young boy. When long golden hair tumbles down, Allan’s faced with the most beautiful woman he’s ever seen. She reminds him of what he’s fighting for, and he silently vows to protect Miss Marian Pallant above all else.Back in London, the battle may be won, but Allan and Marian are now on opposing sides of a different war… As Marian’s enemy, Allan has three options: to fight her, to bed her or to unconventionally wed her!
Regency Reputation: A Reputation for Notoriety / A Marriage of Notoriety
A Reputation for NotorietyAs the unacknowledged son of the lecherous Lord Westleigh, John ‘Rhys’ Rhysdale was forced to earn a crust gambling on the streets. Now he owns the most thrilling new gaming establishment in London. Witnessing polite society’s debauchery and excess every night, Rhys prefers to live on its fringes, but a mysterious masked lady tempts him into the throng.Lady Celia Gale, known only as Madame Fortune, matches Rhys card for card and kiss for stolen kiss. But the stakes are raised when Rhys discovers she’s from the very world he despises…A Marriage of NotorietyThe mysterious pianiste is the Masquerade Club’s newest attraction, captivating guests with her haunting music . What is the true identity of the lady concealed beneath the mask?Only Xavier Campion, the club’s new proprietor, recognises Phillipa Westleigh, the Lady with whom he once shared a dance. Concerned for her safety, Xavier escorts her home each night. But when their moonlit strolls are uncovered the only protection Xavier can offer is marriage!
Regency Improprieties: Innocence and Impropriety / The Vanishing Viscountess
A resolute man and a determined innocentIn dissolute company Jameson Flynn hears Rose O’Keefe’s beautiful voice and decides to rescue her and her virtue. But then the man who can make or break Flynn’s career desires Rose as his mistress. Soon Flynn will have to choose what matters to him most – success or love…A woman of innocence and notoriety… Adam Vickery, Marquess of Tanerton, was drawn to the notorious Vanishing Viscountess’s defiance. He didn’t recognise Marlena Parronley – the once innocent, hopeful debutante he had danced with years ago. Marlena saw the dashing, carefree Marquess of her dreams and knew she couldn’t let him help her escape. Not if she wanted him to live…Two classic and delightful Regency tales!
A Regency Gentleman's Passion: Valiant Soldier, Beautiful Enemy / A Not So Respectable Gentleman?
Valiant Soldier, Beautiful EnemyGabriel Deane rescued Emmaline Mableau in Badajoz, proposed to her in Brussels…and was rejected by her on the eve of Waterloo. But now she needs his help and is offering marriage in return. Finally, Gabriel holds all the cards – and he’s going to enjoy playing his hand…A Not So Respectable Gentleman? Leo Fitzmanning has shunned society to avoid raven-haired beauty Mariel Covendale. When he learns that she is being forced into marriage with a fortune-hunter, he knows he must help her. But Mariel’s beauty is even more devastating than Leo remembers…