The Duke's Secret Heir

by Sarah Mallory
The Duke's Secret Heir
Author: Sarah Mallory
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 175
Release: 2017-02-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1488021139
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"This, madam, changes everything." Years ago, in the Egyptian desert, Ellen Tatham fell wildly in love and exchanged vows with Max Colnebrooke. But, when made to believe Max could not be trusted, she fled… Now, Max is back in England to take up the reins as Duke of Rossenhall. And when he spies Ellen at a ball, the sparks are hard to contain! Little does Max know, though, that Ellen has a secret… And soon, he must learn to embrace an unexpected heir, and an unexpected—and disconcertingly defiant—duchess! PRAISE FOR THE DUKE'S SECRET HEIR Sarah Mallory is on dazzling form with her latest enchanting and enjoyable historical romance, The Duke’s Secret Heir. Poignant, engrossing and a joy from start to finish, The Duke’s Secret Heir is another fabulous read by this multi award-winning storyteller! —Goodreads Review The strength of the story is definitely in the characters and I was really rooting for them to find their happy ever after. Definitely recommended. Fans of historical romance will love it! —Goodreads Review

Heir to the Duke

by Jane Ashford
Heir to the Duke
Author: Jane Ashford
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2016-01-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1492621579
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A dazzling Regency romance from bestselling author Jane Ashford. Life is predictable for a Duke's first son. Or so he once thought... He was delighted that she shared this pleasure with him. And how lovely she looked, out here on the water. The wind had whipped color into her cheeks. Her sandy hair leaped and curled around her face. And her gray eyes shimmered and sparkled. Violet's beauty—for it was undoubtedly beauty—arose from animation, he realized. When she was subdued and distant, as she'd always been when he saw her before their marriage, it was hidden. A secret, like the flower she was named for, obscured by broader leaves in the forest. But now he'd discovered a different Violet—vibrant, responsive. Watching her laugh as spray spattered her sleeve, he felt extremely fortunate. His instincts had somehow led him to a prize. As eldest son of the Duke of Langford, Nathaniel Gresham sees his arranged marriage to Lady Violet Devere as just another obligation to fulfill?highly suitable, if unexciting. But as Violet sets out to transform herself from dowdy wallflower to dazzling young duchess-to-be, proper Nathaniel sets out to prove he's a match for his new bride's vivacity and daring. Oppressed by her family all her life—especially her domineering and horrible grandmother—Lady Violet can't wait to enjoy the freedom of being a married woman. But then Violet learns her family's sordid secret, and she's faced with an impossible choice?does she tell Nathaniel and risk losing him, or does she hide it and live a lie?

Lord Sebastian's Secret

by Jane Ashford
Lord Sebastian's Secret
Author: Jane Ashford
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2017-01-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1492621633
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In spite of the arranged marriage between this duke's son and wealthy heiress, Lord Sebastian Gresham and Lady Georgina Stane find themselves in the unusual position of being in love. But can their love withstand each other's secrets? Lord Sebastian Gresham is a battle-tested soldier and brilliant strategist. Yet all his life he's had to hide his painful secret. What a miracle it is that he's found the perfect bride. Lady Georgina Stane is beautiful, witty, and brilliantly intelligent. Sebastian is head over heels in love, proud as a peacock, and terrified. If she finds out, he'll lose her love forever. Lady Georgina has found the perfect match in Lord Sebastian, a handsome former soldier with a brilliant mind for strategy. Prior to the wedding, Sabastian travels to meet Georgina's parents, who turn out to be rather...eccentric. Georgia fears that her perfect man will turn his nose up at her odd family and she dreads the possibility of having to choose between them. The Duke's Sons Series: Heir to the Duke (Book 1) What the Duke Doesn't Know (Book 2) Lord Sebastian's Secret (Book 3) Praise for Heir to the Duke: "Plenty of passion and a devastating secret in this heartwarming and compelling read."—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars "Fabulous romance with wonderful characters... I couldn't put this book down."—Night Owl Reviews, Reviewer Top Pick!

The Heir

by Grace Burrowes
The Heir
Author: Grace Burrowes
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 455
Release: 2010-12-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1402244363
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"Grace Burrowes is terrific." —Julia Quinn, NYT bestselling author of the Bridgerton series An earl who can't be bribed A lady who can't be protected A blooming romance that can't be denied. Gayle Windham, Earl of Westhaven, is the dutiful heir to the Duke of Moreland. Tired of the price of nobility and his father's unrelenting pressure to marry, he escapes to his London townhouse for the summer, where he finds himself intrigued by the secretive ways of his beautiful housekeeper. Anna Seaton is a talented, educated woman...so what is she doing here? As the two begin to lose their hearts, Anna's secrets threaten to bring the earl's orderly life crashing down—and he doesn't know how he's going to protect her from the fallout... What people are saying about the best Regency romances by the master of her craft: "Burrowes's fresh, gorgeous writing held me riveted from start to finish."—MEREDITH DURAN "Luminous and graceful...a refreshing and captivating love story."—Publishers Weekly Starred Review "Outstanding...a witty, sensual Regency romance."—Booklist Starred Review "Tons of intrigue, searing seduction, and wonderful humor...a must-read for fans of Georgette Heyer." —Night Owl Reviews Top Pick "Enchanting."—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars

The Secret Heiress

by Lillian Shelley
The Secret Heiress
Author: Lillian Shelley
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 171
Release: 2014-06-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1497634598
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To escape greedy suitors, an heiress flees to London and takes on a new identity in this delightful Regency romance from the author of The Belle of Bath. Caroline Chessington is not enchanted by the suitors who flock to Brampton Hall to court her. Caroline’s heart is in search of something out of the ordinary for the time—love—and she refuses to settle for less. She has devised a plan to be courted for her personal charms and not her tiara—and leaves Brampton Hall for London immediately. When Caroline, in disguise, meets Giles Kendal, the son of an Earl, she begins to know love. But the web she weaves to falsify her identity makes a courtship between the two nearly impossible—until she reveals her identity and allows love and truth to prevail.

The Raven Heir

by Stephanie Burgis
The Raven Heir
Author: Stephanie Burgis
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2021-09-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 154760638X
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Perfect for fans of Robert Beatty and Shannon Hale comes a magical new middle grade fantasy series about a young shapeshifter trying to save her family. Deep within an enchanted forest lies a castle where a set of triplets and their sorceress mother have lived for years--safe from the decades-long war for the Raven Throne that rages in the kingdom. Cordelia, one of the triplets, has the power to become any animal with just a thought, and she yearns to discover more about the world outside her castle. But one day, the world comes to her, when the eldest of the triplets becomes the newest heir to the throne. Knowing that being named heir means certain death, Cordelia's mother hid the truth about which child is the eldest when she hid them in the forest. When her family is captured, it's up to Cordelia to use her powers to keep her siblings hidden and discover the truth about the Raven Heir--before it's too late. From the author of The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart comes a thrilling new fantasy full of magic, adventure, and the power of family. Acclaim for The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart A Kids' Indie Next List Pick An Amazon Best Book of the Month A Mighty Girl Best Book of the Year A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year A VOYA Top Shelf Pick

Cyador's Heirs

by L. E. Modesitt, Jr.
Cyador's Heirs
Author: L. E. Modesitt, Jr.
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 513
Release: 2014-05-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0765374773
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Destined to command his future ruler brother's defense army, Lerial, the second son of Duke Kiedron, discovers during his training that he has a rare power to harness both Order and Chaos.

The Duke I Tempted

by Scarlett Peckham
The Duke I Tempted
Author: Scarlett Peckham
Publisher: NYLA
Total Pages: 295
Release: 2018-07-31
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1641970324
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He’s controlled. Meticulous. Immaculate. No one would expect the proper Duke of Westmead to be a member of London’s most illicit secret club. Least of all: his future wife. Having overcome financial ruin and redeemed his family name to become the most legendary investor in London, the Duke of Westmead needs to secure his holdings by producing an heir. Which means he must find a wife who won’t discover his secret craving to spend his nights on his knees – or make demands on his long scarred-over heart. Poppy Cavendish is not that type of woman. An ambitious self-taught botanist designing the garden ballroom in which Westmead plans to woo a bride, Poppy has struggled against convention all her life to secure her hard-won independence. She wants the capital to expand her exotic nursery business – not a husband. But there is something so compelling about Westmead, with his starchy bearing and impossibly kind eyes -- that when an accidental scandal makes marriage to the duke the only means to save her nursery, Poppy worries she wants more than the title he is offering. The arrangement is meant to be just business. A greenhouse for an heir. But Poppy yearns to unravel her husband’s secrets – and to tempt the duke to risk his heart. "An astonishingly good debut...The whole book is a breath of fresh air, both a complex, layered story and a soaring romance with two very real people at its heart." -- The New York Times Book Review Author’s Note: Dear readers, please be aware this is an angsty, twisty book written in the style of a gothic romance, and there are some dark moments along the path to a happy ending for our characters. No spoilers here, but if you are a sensitive reader please do consult the reviews before diving in. Yours, Scarlett 2018 Romance Writers of America Golden Heart ® Winner for Best Historical Romance "Desert Isle Keeper...The alliance is unexpected, fascinating and a refreshing departure from typical Regency romances, and I never wanted The Duke I Tempted to end." -- All About Romance "Peckham’s meticulous character work pays off in spectacular, grandly romantic fashion and The Duke I Tempted ends with particularly cathartic and hard-won happily ever after." -- BookPage "Gothic romances are tempestuous by definition, but this one is dramatic even by those heightened standards...If you want something to speed your heart and stop your breath as you read beneath the covers, with only the meager flashlight beam warding off the enveloping night — then you have a rare treat in store." -- The Seattle Review of Books "A one-sitting, late-into-the-night read, The Duke I Tempted ran away with my heart." -- Book Ink Reviews

The Duke's Wicked Wife

by Elizabeth Bright
The Duke's Wicked Wife
Author: Elizabeth Bright
Publisher: Entangled: Scandalous
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2020-03-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1640638504
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Sebastian Sinclair, the Duke of Wessex, is not in love with Eliza Benton—nor anyone else, for that matter. But he must marry and produce an heir, and love is not required for either. His future duchess must be of high birth and good nature, a lady unlikely to snipe at him over breakfast. In short, the complete opposite of Eliza. So who better to help him find a bride? Eliza Benton is not in love with the Duke of Wessex. He’s infuriating, arrogant, and an ass of the first order. Not that she has any intention of marrying anyone now that her secret dream is on the cusp of becoming reality. A husband would ruin all her careful plans. But she’s all for finding her nemesis the perfect bride, anything to get him from underfoot so she can focus on her writing. Thank goodness Sebastian and Eliza aren’t in love. That would be disastrous.