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Sophia Worthington has a secret admirer. One evening at a ball, her father informs her of a suitor that she is to meet. When a very handsome and humorous young man named Mr. Nightingale asks her to dance, she finds herself delighted at the choice her father made. After a blissful evening, she leaves convinced that her future is set. When a letter arrives at her home for her father, she becomes overcome with joy at the reappearance of her dance partner...

"Anyone who loves romance must read Sabrina Jeffries!" —Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestselling author
From the beloved New York Times bestselling author comes a dazzling new series perfect for fans of Bridgerton, featuring a talk-of-the-ton trio of young women who've eschewed working as governesses to utilize their talents for fashion, food, and music, by running their own party planning enterprise, Elegant...

Lord Colborne is an Earl with a deep appreciation for the arts. One evening while at his friend's home, he is introduced to the infamous Magnolia, a painter whose attention to detail far exceeds any that he had seen before. His friend informs him that no one knows who the Magnolia is, only that his artwork is highly sought after by many of society's elite. On a trip to London, he meets a mysterious woman who appeared to have stepped out of one of...

It is the most wonderful kiss of her life. But who is the man who gave it to her? When Lady Rose Evesham decides that it is high time for her first kiss, she crafts a promising strategy to not only be kissed but also happily married. The man who has the honour of kissing her for the first time has already been chosen by her. He is of pleasant appearance, from nobility, and a promising marriage candidate. And indeed, the Lord appears at the appointed...

An ethereal beauty. A darkly handsome duke. If she can't win his love, her family is doomed. Yorkshire, Regency England. Miss Catherine Conolly is surprised by a mysterious invitation from a wealthy uncle who hasn't spoken to her in years. Upon arriving at his formidable house on the Yorkshire Moors, she finds herself a pawn in his mischievous plan to gain influence over the enigmatic Duke of Rotherham - known as the Duke of the Moors. But enthralling...

This collection is the sweet/tame version of the Regency Brides boxed set. These stories bring you all the adventure you expect between two people falling in love, without the inclusion of any explicit scenes or harsh language. Expect dreamy happily-ever-afters, no cliffhangers, and a series that can be enjoyed in any order. It's time to travel to Regency England where there are dashing dukes and loyal ladies. The Duke Who Stole My Heart ~ Tired...

The Spare Heirs Society Cordially Invites You to Meet Ethan Moore: The Scoundrel Lady Roselyn Grey's debut has finally arrived, and of course, she has every flounce and flutter planned. She'll wear the perfect gowns and marry the perfect gentleman...that is, if the formerly disinherited brother of the man she intends to marry doesn't ruin everything first. Ethan Moore is a prize-fighting second son and proud founding member of the Spare Heirs Society-and...

Life for Lady Adelaide Bell was easier if she hid in her older sister's shadow--which worked until her sister got married. Even with the pressure of her socially ambitious mother, the last thing she expected was a marriage of convenience to save her previously spotless reputation. Lord Trent Hawthorne couldn't be happier that he is not the duke in the family. He's free to manage his small estate and take his time discovering the life he wants to lead,...

His lawfully dreaded wife ... When disaster strikes, Marianne Bray finds herself in quite a mess, and the most important things in the world are at stake: her family name and her reputation. Desperation leads to a solution she cannot bear, but she has no choice. She must bind herself to a man who can protect her, save her, and, more importantly, tolerate her. Unfortunately for her, that man is Kit Gerrard. Her awfully wedded husband ... Kit knew he...

"Briar Bourne's matchmaking career could be summed up in two words--comic disaster. Unless she can learn about the irresistible forces that draw men and women together, her professional future looks rather bleak. But Briar has an intriguing plan--enlisting London's most irredeemable rake to teach her everything he knows about attraction. Given his notorious reputation, it's no surprise that Nicholas Blacklowe, the Earl of Edgemont, requests one thing...