Oscar Paget, Duke of Rothborn, is a Corinthian to his marrow. Sport is in his blood, no matter the variety. Winning is all he cares about.
The handsome young duke has no desire for a wife to impede his exciting lifestyle and though engaged to the beautiful Lady Pearl Aldous since infancy, he keeps putting off the big day.
Little does he know Pearl’s tomboyish younger sister, Ella, has been in love with him her whole life.
When Ella does something reckless to save Oscar from losing a bet to a man he despises, they are caught in a compromising situation. The only way to save her reputation is to marry her instead of Pearl. To Oscar, Ella can never be more than a friend. He considers her as a little sister, not a wife, and he knows there can be nothing more than a marriage of convenience between them.
Ella knows nothing of the sort. All she must do now … is prove it.
*****Warning:***This book has a feisty heroine and mild swearing and descriptive sex scenes may pop up! * Views: 533
Brilliant, free-spirited Roxie Revito wants a baby and she wants Rhyder Remington's DNA to get it. The man might be uptight and way too conservative, but he has an IQ that equals hers. Rhyder's not interested in the over-opinionated, pint-sized dynamo with too much attitude until she turns clinical on him and cites his duty to procreate genius. Of course, she's thinking invitro... of course, he's not... Desperate for a child, Roxie agrees to a proposed "arrangement" that includes a massive spreadsheet with formulas, schedules, and probabilities that calculate the best and quickest chance to reach her goal. But neither has calculated the heat and desire they'll generate with their "togetherness" and that threatens the perfect deal. Views: 533
The greatest risk—for the sweetest reward... His fiancée's betrayal nearly cost Jacques Laurent everything. Despite his resolve not to trust anyone again, he can't abandon the young woman he finds alone on the road to London. In the brief hours they spend together, the enigmatic Diana touches his heart in a way he can't explain. Even after bringing her to the Everton Domestic Society for safekeeping, he can't get her out of his thoughts. And when he next encounters her, working as assistant to a renowned scientist, he becomes even more intrigued... The Society's kindness is especially welcome after everything Diana endured in a French prison, but she fears for the safety of those who get close to her. French spies are on her trail, convinced that her scientific knowledge can help them win the war. As peril draws them irrevocably together, Diana and Jacques succumb to mutual desire. But love may be the most dangerous pursuit of all, when... Views: 532
The first in a series, this novella covers the origins of a centuries-old on-and-off relationship between a wealthy young lawyer and his mistress.The Duck And The Doe is the tale of two immortal beings whose eternal love has soured a bit in the last two centuries. Written as a memoir by the "hero", this novella is a musing on both what love is and how much America has changed since the early 19th century. The first volume deals with both the supernatural and the racism of the old American south. Told with humor and passion (and the occasional rant) the story of these strong characters, including a wealthy young lawyer and a clever courtesan, will change your idea of what "love forever'' really means. Views: 532
In The Angels Weep by Wilbur Smith, on a continent of breathtaking beauty and bitter suffering, two vastly different cultures clashed, mingled, and recoiled. Here, amidst mist-shrouded mountains and gold-studded plateaus, ancient tribesmen lived close to the earth, as white men dug fortunes out from beneath them and laid plans for a new civilization.
Out of Southern Africa the enigmatic Cecil Rhodes built an empire in the late 1800s and attracted the brightest and bravest of a generation--including a remarkable far-flung family named Ballantyne. But for the natives, another day was dawning: a day of retribution...
From a courageous woman doctor to a fierce, one-eyed slave trader turned soldier, the whites of Africa were buffeted by two horrific waves of war. And just when a bloody peace seemed possible, the seeds of future turmoil were sown … Views: 532
Olivia wants to believe Gabe when he says her worth is far above rubies, but would he still say it if he knew the truth?It’s 1863, and Olivia Owens believes education should be a top priority in the new settlement of Good Springs. Between planning lessons and helping on her family’s homestead, Olivia doesn’t have time for Gabriel McIntosh’s charming advances. When the council denies her request to build a schoolhouse, Olivia must challenge their ruling while hiding frequent bouts of word blindness (dyslexia).If the council knew the new teacher couldn’t always read, they wouldn’t allow Olivia to teach anymore.As a carpenter, Gabe McIntosh is working hard to help build the settlement of Good Springs, and once his land is granted, he begins constructing his own house. When Olivia discovers he plans to share it with her, she guards her heart from him. But Gabe is determined to win her affection and to discover what she’s hiding. Views: 532
'An Absence of Light' is a short two-act play. It is a drama set in London at the outbreak of the Second World War. The free play captures the tension and bleak anticipation of another cataclysmic conflict - the second in a quarter of a century - that again threatens to engulf Europe in upheaval and horror.This free play is essentially a melodrama. 'An Absence of Light' is a human drama, showcasing the horrors of impending war - and the fear of its inevitable consequences - as seen through the lives of four characters.This eBook is given to readers by the author, William Andrews, free of charge, in the hope that they will visit his web page and download more works.Happy reading! Views: 532
Who needs a knight in shining armor when there's an earl at your side...?Gwendeline Gregory doesn't know what to think when she encounters the dashing Alex St. Audley, Earl of Merryn. She's in over her head in London Society, trying to fend off a scoundrel who will stop at nothing to ruin her. On the brink of a devastating scandal, the earl arrives just when she needs him most. But are his motivations trustworthy? And can he avert ruin for both of them?What People Are Saying About Jane Ashford: "Jane Ashford absolutely delights."—Night Owl Reviews "Exquisite...one to savor."—Library Journal for The Duke Knows Best "Filled with wit and charm."—Fresh Fiction for Nothing Like a Duke"Expertly crafted...another triumph of nuanced characterization and sparkling wit."—Booklist for Nothing Like a Duke
**Who needs a knight in shining armor when there's an earl at your side...?**
Gwendeline Gregory doesn't know what to think when she encounters the dashing Alex St. Audley, Earl of Merryn. She's in over her head in London Society, trying to fend off a scoundrel who will stop at nothing to ruin her. On the brink of a devastating scandal, the earl arrives just when she needs him most. But are his motivations trustworthy? And can he avert ruin for both of them? Views: 532
Prussia, 1836Hanne Nussbaum is a child of nature - she would rather run wild in the forest than conform to the limitations of womanhood. In her village of Kay, Hanne is friendless and considered an oddity . . . until she meets Thea.Ocean, 1838The Nussbaums are Old Lutherans, bound by God's law and at odds with their King's order for reform. Forced to flee religious persecution the families of Kay board a crowded, disease-riddled ship bound for the new colony of South Australia. In the face of brutal hardship, the beauty of whale song enters Hanne's heart, along with the miracle of her love for Thea. Theirs is a bond that nothing can break. The whale passed. The music faded.South Australia, 1838A new start in an old land. God, society and nature itself decree Hanne and Thea cannot be together. But within the impossible . . . is devotion.LONGLISTED FOR THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS FICTION 2022Praise for... Views: 532
The Story of Rolf and the Viking\'s Bow By Allen French Views: 532
Railway financier Simon Davenant has waited seven years for a second chance with his childhood sweetheart and best friend. He's not about to let his impending financial ruin destroy the opportunity.
This time, he'll do anything he can to secure her hand in marriage--even if it means losing her heart for good.
The Lady Always Wins is a short story of 18,500 words (about 60 print pages). It was previously published in the anthology "Three Weddings and a Murder." Views: 531
Set in a village in which the women get caught up in occult rituals and wholesale slaughter perpetuated in the name of the Amazon women, the goddess of the cult being incarnated in the form of the town's female mayor. The evil only happens at night - and only happens to men. Views: 531
