Ella Quinn's bachelors are clever, charismatic-and determined to remain single. Yet one by one, they find that fate-and certain irresistible women-cast doubt on even the best laid plans . . .
Haunted by her past, Lady Caroline Martindale fled England for the solace of her godmother's palazzo in Venice. But if Caro was hoping to escape the charms of marriage-minded men, she's come to the wrong place. And she'll resort to extreme measures to spurn the advances of a dangerously determined Venetian marquis . . .
Though most of his friends have married off, Gervais, Earl of Huntley, remains bent on eluding the parson's mousetrap. But his convictions begin to falter when he arrives in Venice and meets his match in the alluring Lady Caro. What began as a hastily concocted lie to save her from the marquis may become a chance for them both to relinquish their fear-and embrace what they can no longer deny . . .
Contains mature themes.
Eine leidenschaftliche Dame und ein starrköpfiger Marquis, der sein Herz verschlossen hält ... Die Regency Romance-Reihe von Ella Quinn geht fesselnd weiter! Die Herzoginwitwe Lady Worthington weiß nicht so recht, was sie von Dorothea Stern halten soll. Dorothea, genannt Dotty, genoss als Enkelin des Duke of Bristol zwar eine adlige Erziehung, doch die lebensfrohe junge Dame vom Land hat gänzlich untraditionelle Ansichten: Sie rettet streunende Tiere und begegnet Menschen jeden Standes ohne Vorurteil. Auch als sie den Cousin der Worthingtons, den Marquis of Merton, trifft, lässt sie sich nicht von seinem Ruf beeinflussen, sondern ist entschlossen, sich ihre eigene Meinung über den faszinierenden Mann zu bilden ... Dominic, der Marquis of Merton, wuchs bei seinem strengen Onkel auf und übernahm dessen rigide Ansichten. Stets pflichtbewusst und starrdenkend, ist Dominic in der feinen Gesellschaft wenig beliebt. Er sieht es als seine Pflicht, sich eine perfekte Braut zu suchen. Als er Dotty begegnet, verdreht diese ihm sogleich den Kopf mit ihrer erfrischenden Art. Doch sie ist auf keinen Fall eine passende Braut für ihn. Kann Dominic seine strengen Ansichten für die wahre Liebe überwinden?
Love conquers even the most unlikely lord in USA Today bestselling author Ella Quinn's delightful Lords of London series, as a reformed rogue endeavors to prove himself worthy of his chosen bride . . .
Mistakes happen, to be sure. Rarely are those mistakes as unfortunate as the one made by Nathanael, Viscount Fotherby, when he abducted the now Lady Merton to save his friend from marriage. Nate has been trying to make amends ever since, leaving behind his self-centered ways to fulfill his duties-and that includes finding a wife of his own. One woman sparks his interest-a lady he helped when she was rescuing a child. Alas, there is a devilish complication . . .
Miss Henrietta Stern, Lady Merton's younger sister, is intrigued by the stranger who comes to her aid-until she learns his identity. Nate's stunt could have ruined her sister's reputation, and her family may never forgive him. With beauty, connections, and a sizeable dowry, Henrietta has plenty of admirers. Yet no other suitor quickens her pulse quite like Nate does. Her heart insists that the gentleman has changed for the better. But can a renowned scoundrel possibly prove himself to be the perfect husband?
Contains mature themes.
Sie wollte nur eine leidenschaftliche Nacht - doch der unwiderstehliche Earl gibt nicht so einfach auf. Die Regency Romance-Reihe um die aristokratische Familie Worthington beginnt. Für Lady Grace Carpenter stehen ihre sieben jüngeren Geschwister, um die sie sich aufopferungsvoll kümmert, immer an erster Stelle. Doch einmal möchte auch sie sich ihren Sehnsüchten hingeben. Dieser Wunsch scheint in Erfüllung zu gehen, als sie dem unwiderstehlichsten Mann, den sie je kennengelernt hat, zufällig wieder begegnet. Mit dem attraktiven Earl of Worthington möchte sie eine Nacht voller Leidenschaft erfahren - mehr nicht. Eine Heirat kommt für Grace nicht in Frage, da sie dann auf die Vormundschaft für ihre geliebten Geschwister verzichten müsste. Mattheus Worthington hatte schon fast die Hoffnung aufgegeben, je eine Frau zu finden, die sowohl seinen Geist als auch seinen Körper ansprechen würde. Und nun bietet sich ihm diese sinnliche, intelligente Frau an. Was könnte perfekter sein? - Nur, dass die geheimnisvolle Grace sich nach einer sinnlichen Liebesnacht weigert, irgendetwas mit ihm zu tun zu haben. Nun ist es an Matt, die wunderschöne, aber eigensinnige Grace davon zu überzeugen, dass kein Hindernis - oder die Familie - zu viel für einen Mann ist, der seinem Herzen folgen will ...
The bestselling Regency romance series continues as a dashing man of the world hopes to settle down with a lady with who'd rather travel.
Marriage has worked out quite nicely for her older sisters, yet Lady Augusta Vivers is certain it would end her studies in languages and geography-and stop her from travelling. But when her mother thwarts her plan to attend the only university in Europe that accepts women-in Italy-she is forced to agree to one London Season. Spending her time at parties proves an empty diversion-until she encounters the well-traveled Lord Phineas Carter-Wood.
Phineas has studied architecture all over the world, yet Augusta is his most intriguing discovery yet. How can he resist a woman who loves maps and far-off lands? But her longing for all things foreign hinders any hope of courtship. When he learns her cousins have offered a trip to Europe, he secretly arranges to join their party. For he is determined to show Augusta that a real union is a thrilling adventure of its own. And when their journey is beset by dangerous obstacles, he gets far more opportunity than he bargained for . . .
Contains mature themes.
In this Regency romance, an English aristocrat needs a wife for his post, but the woman he chooses is searching for love.
With her three good friends all recently married, Elizabeth Turley is ready for some husband-hunting of her own. One gentleman in particular sparks her interest. Geoffrey, Earl of Harrington, is tall, handsome, and dashing. He's also just a bit too sure of himself. But Elizabeth has observed enough about the rules of attraction to pique the earl's attention. Yet once she has it, the discovery of a troubling secret taints her future happiness . . .
Lord Harrington must marry or lose a prestigious position in Brussels, and pretty, well-connected Elizabeth fits his needs admirably. But could it be that he has underestimated his bride? She doesn't bat an eye in the face of the danger they encounter overseas. She's strong-willed, intelligent, and more enticing each day-yet also more indifferent to him. Now Geoffrey faces his greatest challenge: to woo and win his own wife, or risk losing her for good . . .
Contains mature themes.
Next in the USA Today-bestselling Regency romance series-A daring rescue, a disreputable reputation, and a dangerous road ahead.
Lady Charlotte Carpenter's brother-in-law has put an infamous brothel owner out of business-yet it is Charlotte who suffers the consequences. Abducted by thugs and held at an inn, she is plotting her escape when she's suddenly rescued by a dashing gentleman. Only afterward does she realize she's seen him before-with two courtesans! Unwilling to tarry with such a man, Charlotte makes her second escape. But it is too late to repair her reputation . . .
A known gossip has spied Charlotte's movements, and his report is speeding through the rumor mill. Soon, everyone knows that Charlotte spent the night with Constantine, Marquis of Kenilworth. And everyone agrees the only answer is marriage, including Constantine himself, his overjoyed mother-and his mistress! But Charlotte's abductors aren't finished with her yet. Now Constantine will do anything to protect the spirited woman he loves and win her heart . . .
Contains mature themes.
In bestselling author Ella Quinn's intriguing new Regency trilogy, a dashing suitor must decide if love and marriage are mutually exclusive . . .
Viscount Gavin Turley is convinced that love matches cause nothing but trouble. Still, after months of courting, he's fallen for Miss Georgie Featherton. He's passionate about her, in fact. But words of love are not an indulgence he will allow himself. When he presents Georgie with his marriage proposal, he will lead with his head-not his heart. His qualifications as a husband are excellent, after all. What could go wrong?
No sooner does Gavin kneel on one knee than Georgie's heart goes aflutter with joy. Finally, the proposal she longed for had arrived. Yet Gavin seemed to be listing his credentials for a business partnership, not a romantic union. Without a declaration of love, Georgie can only reject his offer-unless the ladies of the ton, and Georgie's grandmama, have anything to do with it. For sometimes it takes a wiser eye to see the love behind a guarded heart-and a clever scheme to bring it out of hiding . . .
Contains mature themes.
In this captivating new Regency trilogy, bestselling author Ella Quinn picks up where her beloved Worthingtons series left off, as three Lords of London discover true love at last . . .
Handsome, rakish, incorrigibly flirtatious-Fredrick, Lord Littleton, is notorious. Lady Adeline Wivenly is resolved to keep him at arm's length during her first Season-until she overhears another woman's plot to trick him into marriage. Even a rogue is undeserving of such deception, and Adeline feels obliged to warn him-only to find herself perilously attracted . . .
In the past, Littleton's charm nearly got him leg-shackled to the wrong woman. Now he's positive he's found the right one, for Adeline is everything he wants and needs in a wife. Her sense of justice is so strong she agrees to help him despite her mistrust. But can the ton's most elusive lord convince the lady he is finally serious about marriage-as long as she will be his bride?
Contains mature themes.
This season, all eyes are on the Earl of Worthington's spirited, beautiful sister, Lady Louisa Vivers. Many gentlemen are vying for her attention in and around the ton. Yet, Louisa longs for someone who can take her beyond the ballroom-a man who is worldly, adventurous, and passionate. She won't settle for just any suitor. She wants her true soul mate-and she'll know him when she sees him. Is Gideon, the Duke of Rothwell, him? The moment he and Louisa meet, they share a powerful attraction. Rides at sunrise and waltzes at dusk follow. Finally, Gideon can no longer resist the urge to embrace her, and Louisa is sure he will ask for her hand. But Gideon believes he is in no position to marry. The Rothwell estate has gone bankrupt, a scandal simmers in its wake, and he has nothing left to offer. Now, he must decide if he will let pride stand in the way of true love-or if he will risk everything, and let the lady decide for herself . . .
The Dowager Lady Worthington isn't quite sure what to make of country-girl Dorothea Stern. As the granddaughter of the Duke of Bristol, Dotty is schooled in the ways and means of the nobility. But her sharp wit and outspoken nature has everyone in a tizzy. Especially their cousin, Dominic, the Marquis of Merton. Prematurely stuffy, Dom was raised by his cheerless uncle to be wary of a host of things, including innovation, waltzing, and most perilous of all: true love. Still, there's something about Dotty, beyond her beauty, that Dom cannot resist. But the odds are against him if he intends to win her as his bride. Will he choose loyalty to his family-or risk everything for the one woman he believes is his perfect match? Contains mature themes.
Lady Grace Carpenter is ready to seize the day-or rather, the night-with the most compelling man she's ever known. Marriage would mean losing guardianship of her beloved siblings, and surely no sane gentleman will take on seven children not his own. But if she can have one anonymous tryst with Mattheus, Earl of Worthington, Grace will be content to live out the rest of her life as a spinster. Matt had almost given up hope of finding a wife who could engage his mind as well as his body. And now this sensual, intelligent woman is offering herself to him. What could be more perfect? Except that after one wanton night, the mysterious Grace refuses to have anything to do with him. Amid the distractions of the Season he must convince her, one delicious encounter at a time, that no obstacle-or family-is too much for a man who's discovered his heart's desire . . .
