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Lord of Thieves by Ingela F. Hyatt, When Lady Merrion awakens next to her dead husband the morning after her wedding, she is accused and sentenced to hang. While escaping, she is wounded, and the outlaw Robyn Hode comes to her rescue. Robyn is shocked to find that the wounded woman is his love who he believes betrayed him. Is this a new beginning for them, or will she betray him again? Read Review>> How To Be A Proper Lady, Falcon Club, Bk 2 by Katharine Ashe, HOW TO BE A PROPER LADY by KATHARINE ASHE is a must read. Historical romance readers are sure to rank it among their top ten greatest reads of 2012. I know I have. Read Review>> When You Wish Upon A Duke by Isabella Bradford, Do not miss Isabella Bradford's debut book in her WYLDER SISTERS series, WHEN YOU WISH UPON A DUKE. It is definitely a wonderful start to a great series. Read Review>> A Night Like This: Smythe-Smith, Bk 2 by Julia Quinn, Do not miss the second book in Julia Quinn's SMYTHE-SMITH series, A NIGHT LIKE THIS. It is a satisfying read. Read Review>> A Night Like This by Julia Quinn, After nearly killing his friend by accident in a duel, Daniel fears for his life and leaves the country. Now three years later, he is back. For eight years, Anne has been running from her past. At their first meeting, they are instantly attracted. But when accidents suddenly start happening, they have to figure out who is behind them…her enemy or his? Read Review>> Lady Maggie's Secret Scandal by Grace Burrowes, When Lady Maggie’s reticule is stolen, she is desperate to recover it, as it contains material that could cause scandal to her family. So she hires Benjamin, giving him as little information as possible. But Benjamin is determined to find out exactly what she is hiding, hopefully before their desire for each other leads them to the altar. Read Review>> Hurst Amulet, Book 4 - The Taming of a Scottish Princess by Karen Hawkins, When their search for the Hurst Amulet takes Michael and his prim assistant Jane to the Isle of Barra, he makes some startling discoveries about his very efficient assistant. She is not what she appears to be. Unable to leave a mystery unsolved, Michael is determined to get to the bottom of it. Will he find more than one treasure in his search? Read Review>> Rake With a Frozen Heart by Marguerite Kaye, Governess Henrietta awakens in a strange bedroom in only her underclothes. Rafe, an earl who sits nearby, came to her rescue when she was hit and dumped in a ditch by a housebreaker. When she is later almost arrested for being in league with the villain, Rafe comes to her rescue again. However, he has been hurt before and has no intention of falling for her. But is he too late? Read Review>> Beguiling the Beauty by Sherry Thomas, While attending one of the Duke of Lexington’s lectures in America with her sister, she hears him use her, without using names, as an example of treacherous beauty. On the advice of her sister, Victoria sets out, using a different persona, to make the duke fall in love with her so she can give him the cut. But what happens when she is the one to fall in love? Read Review>> The Survivors' Club, Book 1 - The Proposal by Mary Balogh, After losing her husband less than a year after the loss of her unborn child, Lady Gwen has decided never to marry again. But then war hero Hugo comes to her rescue when she falls on a deserted beach and injures herself. He just might be the one who convinces her to take another chance on love. Read Review>>

A Warrior's Promise by Donna Fletcher, After her father was captured by the king’s men, Charlotte cut her hair, dressed as a lad and followed, determined to free him. But when she was nearly captured herself, highland warrior Bryce came to her rescue. She had been determined to keep her true gender a secret from him. But once her secret was exposed, he found himself struggling between his passion for her and his duty to the true king. Which will win; his love for her or his duty to the king? Read Review>> Regency Rogues, Book 4 - The Saint Who Stole My Heart by Stefanie Sloane, Dash has been troubled by a death that occurred when he was a teenager. Now a spy with the Young Corinthians, he is determined to try to find the killer. Elena has arrived in London to collect the library of books left to her by Dash’s father. But her attraction to the young viscount soon leads her to help him with the investigation. Can they find the killer before he finds them? Read Review>> Too Tempting To Resist by Cara Elliott, Readers are sure to fall in love with Cara Elliott's LORDS OF MIDNIGHT series. Do not miss book one, TOO WICKED TO WED and the second, TOO TEMPTING TO RESIST. Read Review>> How to Ravish a Rake by Vicky Dreiling, While trying to win the money to gain his freedom to travel, Will, a notorious rake, racks up a huge gambling debt, leaving him with a choice of confessing to his brother about his gambling debt or getting married. But the night before he plans to confess, he and Amy find themselves accidentally locked in the wine cellar together for the night. Can they turn their forced marriage into a real one? Read Review>> Demon's Bride by Zoe Archer, The stakes that author Zoë Archer set in her first HELLRAISERS book, DEVIL’S KISS, are raised in DEMON’S BRIDE. Leo and Anne are two strong, endearing protagonists that readers will fall for and their romance was incredibly satisfying. Like its predecessor in the HELLRAISERS series, DEMON’S BRIDE is a unique, engaging read. Read Review>> Forget Me Not by Diana Bold, Susannah Barrett had been left pregnant and abandoned by her husband. Weeks away from her delivery date, outlaws storm her land. She is left unscathed, but as she surveys the damage done to her land she finds a man lying face down; she believes him to be dead. When she sees the man is alive but without any memory, she takes him to her cabin to help him recover. Susannah goes into labor, and the man is by her side to bring her daughter into the world. Will she allow him to continue to believe he is the father of her child? Read Review>> Dancing at the Chance by Deanna Cameron, Pepper MacClair whole life revolves around the old vaudeville theater The Chance. It’s her home, her livelihood and her family. She lives in the Lair- the basement apartments of the establishment and until a year ago worked as a seamstress behind the scenes. But her dream has always been to be on stage as a dancer, as a star and that dream is starting to come true. Read Review>> A Veiled Seduction novel, Book 1 - Sweet Enemy by Heather Snow, Finding evidence that her father, instead of being killed by footpads as Liliana had thought, was actually murdered, she follows the clues to Somerset for a two week party, hoping to find more clues. With his mother intent on heirs and a houseful of females looking for a husband…him, Geoffrey is determined to avoid all of them. However, he can’t deny the desire that Liliana stirs in him. But can he trust her? Read Review>> Lyon's Bride: The Chattan Curse by Cathy Maxwell, If you are looking for a historical romance with true depth, look no further than Cathy Maxwell. I highly recommend reading her latest LYON'S BRIDE, book one in the CHATTAN CURSE series. Read Review>> At Your Pleasure by Meredith Duran, After being viciously separated six years ago, past lovers Adrian and Nora are reunited when, as the king’s man, he is sent to bring back her traitor brother, David. Blaming each other for their past, they resist the reunion. But as secrets are disclosed, Adrian determines to save her, even if it against her will. However, when war breaks out, which one will she choose; Adrian or David? Read Review>>

Lessons in Loving a Laird by Michelle Marcos
Forced into indentured servitude at a young age along with her twin sister Willow, fiery Shona is living for the day that they turn twenty-one and gain their freedom, which is in less than three months. However, new laird Conall is fascinated with her and determined to keep her bound to him. But when family problems land at his doorstep, he may have to let her go. But will his heart let him?

The Seduction of Lady X by Julia London
Harrison Tolly is content enough to be a steward for the Marquis Carey because it keeps him in contact with his Lady X, the woman he longs for. Harrison has a heart of gold and it may just land him in trouble when he steps into a family situation that could prove his ruination.

Highland Lover by Amanda Scott
Ordered by the Scottish King to follow the ship carrying Jamie, the heir to the throne, Jake finds himself saving Lady Alyson and a young boy, Will, from the sinking ship after a pirate attack. With these two in tow, he starts his journey to report to the king. But along the way, circumstances force Jake and Alyson together and the sparks begin to fly as he awakens her passion.

A Blackthorne Brothers Novel, Book 3 - Much Ado About Rogues by Kasey Michaels
Sent to capture his old mentor, Jack, a British agent, comes face-to-face with his ex-fiancée, Tess. But she has a secret that he accidentally stumbles upon and things will never be the same.

Highland Pleasure, Book 4 - The Duke's Perfect Wife by Jennifer Ashley
After Eleanor receives a nude picture of Hart, a duke she was once engaged to, she goes to London with a business proposition for him. Hart agrees to hire her to find the remaining pictures if she will move into his home. But what he really wants is to have Eleanor back in his life as his wife.

The Duke's Perfect Wife: Highland Pleasures, Bk 4 by Jennifer Ashley
THE DUKE'S PERFECT WIFE is the fourth novel in Ms. Ashley's HIGHLAND PLEASURES series. Historical romance readers will love it.

Spindle Cove, Book 2 -A Week to Be Wicked by Tessa Dare
Desperate to attend a geologist’s convention, Minerva asks the gorgeous, but broke, local viscount to run away with her on the pretense of eloping, knowing she will be ruined when she returns. In exchange, he will receive the prize money she is sure she will win. Initially, he is against it, but soon gives in. However, Colin has conditions of his own…conditions that have nothing to do with money.

A Gentleman Says "I Do" by Amelia Grey
A GENTLEMAN SAYS "I DO" is a romance worth reading. Historical fans will want to get this one as soon as it hits the shelves.

True Sisters by Sandra Dallas
If you love a historical novel that expresses the true spirit of the pioneer woman, with an underlying theme of unconditional faith, you will love this novel. Hardships are faced with often emotional results, so expect to be moved by these women's stories as they travel thirteen hundred miles by foot with their families to their Promised Land.

The Saint by Monica McCarty
Nobody does star-crossed lovers like Monica McCarty! Ms. McCarty had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning of THE SAINT, taking the story through twists and turns I could not always expect; something I love in a book.

Firelight - Darkest London, Book 1 by Kristen Callihan
Dark deeds, a mysterious titled man who hides a hideous deformity beneath a mask. A beautiful damsel who is perfectly able to rescue herself, then add magic, mayhem and overwhelming threads of desire and death, and you have FIRELIGHT.

Burgundy Club, Book 4 - Confessions from an Arranged Marriage by Miranda Neville
After ruining Minerva at her own ball when he mistakes her for an old lover who is also dressed in white, Lord Blakeney is forced to wed her to save her reputation. Although in the past they have barely been able to tolerate each other, Blakeney begins to see her in a new light. But when she discovers the secret he has kept hidden, will she hate him?

Lords of the Seventh House, Book 3 - Perilous Pleasures by Jenny Brown

Unbeknownst to Zoe, years ago, her courtesan mother made a deal with the devil…one that will greatly affect her daughter. Lord Ramsay, mentoring under the Dark Lord for years, is to deliver the virgin Zoe to his master. On the way, Ramsay is shocked when she tries to seduce him in order to lose her virginity, thus foiling the Dark Lord's plans. Will Ramsay surrender to her charms, or will he go through with his mentor’s plans?

Taming An Impossible Rogue by Suzanne Enoch
TAMING AN IMPOSSIBLE ROGUE is a romance not to be missed. Ms. Enoch has surely penned another best-seller.

Royal Entourage, Book 2 - The Art of Duke Hunting by Sophia Nash
Cursed to a young death involving fowl, Roman, a duke, avoids bodies of water and marriage. So he is shocked to wake up the morning after a royal bachelor party on a ship and in the arms of a lady, Esme. Rushed into marriage by royal decree, Esme wonders if she will be able to win Roman’s love, or is she condemned to another marriage of convenience?

If the Slipper Fits by Olivia Drake
Cinderella meets Jane Eyre in the charming romance IF THE SLIPPER FITS. IF THE SLIPPER FITS is the first book in the CINDERELLA SISTERHOOD series and the tone set by author Olivia Drake made me eager to read the second book.

The Courtesan Court, Book 4 - Master of Sin by Maggie Robinson
Plucked from an alley by a man with no conscience, Andrew grew up to a life of crime, knowing no love, only sin. But when he is left with a son of his own to raise, Andrew knows he must make some changes. However, his son’s governess, Gemma, may prove to be a desire that he cannot deny.

The Fairbourne Quartet, Book 1 - The Surrender of Miss Fairbourne by Madeline Hunter
As Emma struggles to keep her deceased father’s auction house going, her silent partner Darius is determined that they sell the business. Suspecting that criminal activities are being carried out through the business, he wants no part of it. But he cannot deny his attraction to Emma. As Darius and Emma battle, the sexual tension between them only thickens.

The Lady's Secret by Joanna Chambers
Lord Nathaniel Harland loves women. So why has he suddenly developed this odd interest in one of the servants, and a male one at that? What is young Georgie hiding? And why does Harland care?

For Love of Banjo by Sarah J. McNeal
Gallop into a historical western with Banjo and Maggie as they try to find their way back to each other and overcome obstacles that threaten to tear them apart forever.

The Revenge of Lord Eberlin by Julia London
Revenge is Count Eberlin’s goal when he moves back to Hadley Green. But reliving the past proves to be more than even his cold heart can take, and soon all he wants is more time with Lady Lily Ashwood, his childhood friend.

Be My Prince: The Royal Trilogy, Bk 1 by Julianne MacLean
Fans of Julianne MacLean will not want to miss her latest novel, BE MY PRINCE. It is the first in what is sure to be a hit new series. This book was reviewed using a digital galley via Netgalley.com.

Madison Sisters, Book 3 - The Husband Hunt by Lynsay Sands
Robert is set on never marrying, despite Lisa’s crush on him. When she is kidnapped, he rescues her and lets her know he sees her as a little sister. But Lisa sees the way he watches her after seeing her barely clothed and pretends to give up on him. Just as they discover their passion for each other, danger arrives; set to destroy both of them.

Blame It On Bath: The Truth About The Duke, Bk 2 by Caroline Linden
Fans of Ms. Linden will love her latest addition to THE TRUTH ABOUT THE DUKE series, BLAME IT ON BATH. It is a page-turner.

An Affair With Mr. Kennedy by Jillian Stone
Moving in next door to her landlord Zak, a Scotland Yard agent, widow Cassie soon finds herself sharing adventures with him…both in and out of bed. But what will she do when she discovers he had a reason for making her acquaintance? This first book in gifted author Jillian Stone’s GENTLEMEN OF SCOTLAND YARD series is an excellent debut novel.

The Truth About the Duke, Book 2 - Blame It on Bath by Caroline Linden
Gerard, the youngest son of a duke, and his two brothers have just discovered that they may be illegitimate and may lose their inheritance. Knowing he needs money, wealthy widow Lady Kate, who is being forced into an unwanted marriage, convinces him to accept a marriage of convenience. But already in love with him, she yearns for his love in return.

When a Scot Loves a Lady by Katharine Ashe
After being ruined at a young age, Lady Katherine no longer believes in love. But that was before she met Leam, a Scottish lord who is a member of the Falcon Club as an agent of the king. After the tragic death of his unfaithful wife, he was determined to never marry again. But when danger strikes Katherine, will his love for her force him to change his mind?

The Lawman's Vow by Elizabeth Lane
Nineteenth century lawman Flynn travels to a remote cliffside area, looking for the man suspected of killing his sister. Shipwrecked, he loses his memory. Sylvie, the suspect’s daughter, comes to his rescue, saving his life. As he stays with her and her brother, he knows he would give his life for them. But what will happen when he regains his memory?

Captain Fenna’s Dirigible Valentine by Heather Hiestand
Author Heather Hiestand delivers action and adventure aplenty in CAPTAIN FENNA’S DIRIGIBLE VALENTINE.

Writing Girl Romance, Book 3 - The Tattooed Duke by Maya Rodale
Eager to get her story, newspaper reporter Eliza gets a job as a maid at the scandalous duke’s home. Sebastian, returning home to his new title after a decade of traveling, is eager to start his next expedition. But he is broke and the newspaper articles are not helping him to obtain funding. As he tries to discover the news source, he becomes enthralled with his new maid.

Royal Entourage, Book 1 - Between the Duke and the Deep Blue Sea by Sophia Nash
When Roxanne’s husband of eight years tries to kill her and leaves her for dead, Alex, a duke, comes to her rescue. Posing as his long lost cousin, she hilariously tries to find a way to get revenge, as she also helps Alex narrow down the list of eligible ladies to help him find a bride. But as she falls for Alex herself, she has a hard time stemming her jealousy.

Miss Hillary Schools a Scoundrel by Samantha Grace
Lana is looking for a respectable man to wed, but every one she has met is boring. Lord Andrew never thought he was the type to fall in love, but when he met Lana that changed. How can he convince her that he is no longer the scoundrel he had been…especially when the betting books at White’s erroneously have him bedding a widow?

Cynster Sisters Trilogy, Book 3 - The Capture of the Earl of Glencrae by Stephanie Laurens
In a last desperate attempt to right a wrong and save his clan, Dominic is forced to kidnap Angelica and take her to his castle in Scotland. When Angelica finds herself kidnapped by the handsome Scottish laird, she knew they were fated to be together. Now if only she can figure out the right steps to take to capture the love of the Earl of Glencrae.

The Rogue Pirate's Bride by Shana Galen
Practically raised at sea by her admiral father, Raeven is determined to get revenge when her fiancé is killed in a battle with Captain Cutlass, aka Bastien. When Bastien was challenged to a duel by a lad, the last thing he expected was that she was a young lady bent on revenge. But one devastating kiss is just the start of an exciting high seas chase.

The Rules of Scoundrels, Book 1 - A Rogue By Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean
Nine years after being duped into losing his family estate of Falconwell in a card game, Bourne, a marquess, discovers that the estate is available again…as part of Lady Penelope’s dowry. Forcing her to marry him, he finds himself falling for her. But to keep her, he has to give up his long held need for revenge. Which will he choose: his vengeance or his wife?

A Week To Be Wicked: Spindle Cove, Bk 2 by Tessa Dare
Do not miss book number two in Tessa Dare's SPINDLE COVE series, A WEEK TO BE WICKED. It will tug at more than a few heart-strings.

Once Upon a Wicked Night by Jennifer Haymore

This novella bridges the gap between author Jennifer Haymore’s two novels; CONFESSIONS OF AN IMPROPER BRIDE and SECRETS OF ACCIDENTAL DUCHESS in her delightful DONOVAN SISTERS series. At her very first ball, Olivia waltzes with the evil Lord Fenwicke, who plies her with champagne. As he leads her to a secluded alcove, will the slightly drunk and confused Olivia come to her senses in time to save herself?

Secrets of an Accidental Duchess by Jennifer Haymore
Max and Fenwicke, both heirs to dukedoms, are bitter rivals. Seeing Olivia for the first time at a ball, Max was enchanted. Noticing Fenwicke taunted him into signing a wager that Max could not seduce her. However, Max found himself falling in love with her. How will she take the news of the wager, especially when danger strikes them just when they need to remain united?

Till Dawn with the Devil by Alexandra Hawkins
After his tragic first marriage the Earl of Rainecourt has sworn off any attempts at a serious entanglement again. Yet when his path crosses with Lady Sophia and a scandal surfaces, he finds the desire to be with her far outweighs his sense of duty.

Lost Lords of Pembrook, Book 1 - She Tempts the Duke by Lorraine Heath
Twelve years after their father’s death and being forced to flee for their lives, Sebastian and his brothers return to claim their inheritance. Their rescuer, Lady Mary, is now engaged, but Sebastian, the new duke, has never forgotten her. When a scandal causes Sebastian to marry her, she wonders if she can gain the love he reserves for his estate.

Between the Duke and the Deep Blue Sea: Royal Entourage, Bk 1 by Sophia Nash
Author Sophia Nash's latest series, ROYAL ENTOURAGE is not to be missed. Start with BETWEEN THE DUKE AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA and then read THE ART OF DUKE HUNTING.

Confessions From An Arranged Marriage: Burgundy Club, Bk 4 by Miranda Neville
Do not miss book number four in Miranda Neville's BURGUNDY CLUB series, CONFESSIONS FROM AN ARRANGED MARRIAGE. It is gripping.

How Miss Rutherford Got Her Groove Back by Sophie Barnes
After her parents’ deaths, Emily knew she could still rely on her love for Adrian. But when he turns to her best friend Kate, Emily feels betrayed by both of them. For the past ten years, she has hated Francis, her one-time childhood friend, so she is shocked when he comes to her rescue. Francis, an earl, finds himself falling in love with Emily, but will she be able to handle his secrets?

Texas Bride: A Bitter Creek Novel, Mail-Order Bride series, Book 1 by Joan Johnston
If anyone can charm the pants off rancher Jacob Creed, it has to be Miranda Wentworth, the oldest of six orphans who survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Requesting a mail-order bride is a bit desperate, but she seems willing enough to fast-track herself to be his wife. That should have been his first clue...

The Garden Intrigue by Lauren Willig
Eloise Kelly is back! This time, she’s investigating some terrible poetry and its possible link to Napoleon and America. Get ready for some fun!

Seduction: The Spymaster's Men, Bk 1 by Brenda Joyce
Brenda Joyce is a bestselling author for a reason. If you want a slice of perfection, purchase a copy of SEDUCTION now.

The Husband Hunt: Madison Sisters, Bk 3 by Lynsay Sands
The third book in the MADISON SISTERS series, THE HUSBAND HUNT has arrived. Fans of Lynsay Sands will not want to miss out on this one.

A Rogue By Any Other Name: The Rules of Scoundrels, Bk 1 by Sarah MacLean
Do not miss out on Sarah MacLean's intoxicating new series, THE RULES OF SCOUNDRELS. The first book, A ROGUE BY ANY OTHER NAME should be on everyone's must read list.

The McCabe Trilogy, Book 3 – Never Love a Highlander by Maya Banks
The final title in Maya Banks’ MCCABES TRILOGY is here and you won’t want to miss Caelen and Rionna’s drama filled romance.

The Other Guy's Bride by Connie Brockway
Trying to find the lost city of Zerzura to make her name in scientific circles, troublemaker Ginesse switches places with her newfound, seasick friend Mildred, when she leaves the ship to travel on land to their destination of Egypt. Taking her place and her guide, cowboy Jim, she falls for him. But what will happen when the real Mildred shows up?

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