Историческая литература
Различные книги в жанре Историческая литератураFrontier Bride
Hannah Forrester's Life Did Not Belong To HerA contract of indenture saw to that. But no one owned her soul, and Ethan Reed knew instinctively that she was the one woman who belonged by his side, for now and forever. Rugged as the frontier he roamed, Ethan had left his mark on Hannah's heart.Yet, though he'd guided her through a new land of wonder, she knew his rambling ways could only lead her astray.
Cheyenne Wife
ABANDONED, ALONE, PENNILESSWhen Lily St. Claire buried her father along the Santa Fe Trail her life of privilege and ease had ended. Her future had loomed ahead of her, empty and unknowable until North Walker–half-Cheyenne and all man–bargained for her with horses and hope for brighter days for his people, his family, his heart!North Walker personified the rugged frontier that spawned him. Elegant, refined Lily St. Claire belonged to a different world–but she was perfect for his plan to bring their worlds together. She would teach his sister Eastern manners and then she would be free to go. But in his heart he was beginning to hope that Lily would never leave.
Gingham Bride
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 centuriesFiona O'Rourke doesn't believe in love– certainly not in a marriage arranged by her cruel father. Even if her unexpected betrothed seems honorable kind, can she trust his motives. . . or the attraction between them?Ian McPherson came to Montana to salvage his family's dwindling fortune, not to take a wife. But he's instantly drawn to Fiona. He wants to protect her–even if that means pretending that they're engaged. In a season of surprises miracles, there's nothing he won't give to show Fiona his love is for always.
Virgin Unwrapped
The thought of Robert Breton's touch fills Anne Clairemont with a delicious, scandalous heat—but her family's happiness depends on her going through with her planned marriage to his wealthy, cold business partner.Then Robert gives her a searing kiss beneath the mistletoe that changes everything. Soon he's showing Anne the intimate pleasures they could share, determined to fan the flame of their desire and convince her to call off her engagement.But can she disappoint her parents to be with Robert, or will she break her own heart first?
The Bride
She thought her fate was sealed… Before her father died, fourteen-year-old Isabella Montgomery had been betrothed to an older rancher infamous for cruelty. Two years later and shut away in a convent, Isabella dreaded the day he would come to claim her…Until a handsome captor revealed her true destiny! Tall, dark and devastatingly attractive, rancher Rafael McKenzie needed a bride before he came into his vast inheritance. The moment he laid eyes on Isabella, he knew she would be his!Breaking into the convent and capturing her against all the odds was effortless – but stealing her heart would be a different challenge altogether!
The Scoundrel
Schooling the scoundrel…Brawny blacksmith Daniel McCabe is not the marrying kind. He likes his freedom just fine, and no Morrow Creek lady is going to change that! But an unexpected delivery makes the bachelor rethink his roguish ways.Daniel suddenly needs a wife–and longtime friend Sarah Crabtree is quick to oblige. After all, she's been sweet on Daniel for years. But then Sarah's dream turns into a nightmare. Her love match is nothing but a marriage of convenience! Now Sarah has to convince the biggest scoundrel in Arizona Territory to let her into his bed–and his heart….
Valerian Inglemoore
From wild and rugged Cornwall, the setting of Poldark and Jamaica Inn, comes another fabulous, dramatic story…The rake’s return!For years Valerian Inglemoore, Viscount St Just, lived a double life as a secret agent on the war-torn Continent. Returning home, he knows exactly what he wants – Philippa Stratten, the woman he gave up for the sake of her family…But Philippa isn’t the naïve debutante he left behind. His rejection stung deeply, and now she is suspicious of his intentions.Valerian realises he must wage a tougher battle if he is to finally claim her, once and for all, as his bride!Original title – The Viscount Claims His BrideTHE CORNWALL COLLECTIONFour wonderful atmospheric historical romances – perfect for fans of Winston Graham's Ross Poldark and Demelza, and Daphne Du Maurier's Rebecca and Jamaica Inn.LUCIEN TREGELLASBANE BERESFORDGABRIEL D'ARCYVALERIAN INGLEMOORE
Pride & Passion
THEY EACH HAVE THEIR SECRETS… Lucy Ashton had long ago given up her quest for true love. In the rarified society of Victorian England, Lucy plays the game – flirting, dancing and dabbling in the newly fashionable spiritualism. Even marrying when – and who – she’s supposed to. If the stuffy Duke of Sussex cannot spark the passion she craves, he can at least give her a family and a home of her own.But when her polite marriage reveals a caring and sensual man, Lucy wonders if she can indeed have it all. But Sussex is not the man the London ton sees. And Lucy has some ghosts of her own, as well. Thus, when a blackmail scheme turns to threats of danger, the newfound peace of their marriage is ruined. Passion has a price, Lucy learns. And not all ghosts stay buried.
Seduction & Scandal
HE COULD SAVE HER…With the scandalous nature of her birth to live down, Isabella Fairmont dreams of a proper marriage – even if it is passionless. She saves her deepest desires for her novel, wherein a handsome lord with dark powers seduces her.But then her courtship with an appropriate suitor is threatened by the attentions of the reclusive Earl of Black… whose blue eyes and brooding sensuality are exactly as described in her book. Isabella tries to resist the mysterious Earl of Black.Yet he pursues her, with inexplicable knowledge of her past and kisses that consume her. If only the earl could tell Isabella the truth. With very real, and treacherous, thieves endangering her life, Black needs to protect Isabella from the people she trusts the most…
Temptation & Twilight
THE MARQUIS WHO BETRAYED HER…Iain Sinclair, Marquis of Alynwick, is an unrepentant rake; he holds nothing sacred – except for beautiful Elizabeth York. For years, Alynwick has tried to forget the woman he loved so well, and treated so badly. Society believes Elizabeth, the blind daughter of a duke, to be a proper young lady; no one knows of her wanton affair with Alynwick.Then Lizzy learns of her ancestor’s ancient diary and longs to uncover the identity of the unnamed lover within and hesitantly agrees to allow Alynwick to help her solve the mystery.Eager to be Lizzy’s eyes, Alynwick brings the seductive text to life, and each night it takes greater effort for her to remember his betrayal. With each whispered word, her resolve gives way, without knowing that a centuries-old secret will lead them into danger.