anne herries

When Morwenna Morgan defies her brother's orders and rescues a shipwreck victim from a Cornish beach, she doesn't expect an instant attraction to the injured stranger. This is the kind of man Morwenna can imagine falling for – not the unpleasant suitor her brother's forcing on her!

Except the stranger is Lord Rupert Melford – a government agent sent to entrap the Morgan family! He has to believe that Morwenna is part of a smuggling plot, but her sweet nature and devotion to nursing him speak only of her innocence…

Thrown into a frightening and unfamiliar world after her capture by corsairs, Lady Harriet Sefton-Jones thinks help has arrived in the form of dashing Lord Kasim. But it's out of the frying pan and into the fire…

Kasim may once have been an English nobleman, but there is nothing noble about his intentions to purchase Harriet for his master the Caliph's pleasure. Harriet must resign herself to a life of enslavement… But Kasim has a plan of his own: he wants her for himself!

Amanda Hamilton's fortune means she's not short of marriage offers, despite her unfashionable figure! But there's only one man she wants for her husband, the dashing Lieutenant Peter Phipps who is in dire financial straits. Amanda knows Phipps doesn't love her, but when he proposes she accepts — unable to resist the chance to live her dreams. Their burgeoning relationship surprises everyone, especially Phipps, who discovers that his sweet, sensible fiancée is also brave and passionate. Suddenly, the role of dutiful husband looks a lot more attractive!

The Blanchland Secret - Nicola Cornick

Prim and proper Sarah Sheridan sought to live a respectable life as her cousin's companion, trying to put her family's past behind her. But everything changed with a letter insisting on her return to Blanchland. For her childhood home was now host to the most depraved parties in England...!

Guy, Viscount Renshaw, was a well-known rake, but even he would not willingly set foot in Blanchland. And though the appealing Miss Sheridan appeared respectable, her upcoming trip to Blanchland revealed a woman of mystery, and only made him more determined to uncover all of Sarah's secrets.

The Mistress of Hanover Square - Anne Herries

The earl's convenient bride...

Amelia Royston has made a name for herself amongst the London ton as a brilliant matchmaker. Forever generous, she will do anything to help others' dreams come true. But the society miss is beginning to give up hope that her own feet will ever be swept off the ground...

Then the charismatic Earl of Ravenshead returns, and his disturbing presence tips Amelia's world upside down! He finally declares his intention to marry her -- for convenience...or something more?

A lord…a widow…a chance worth taking! 

Lord Frant is haunted by his experiences in India, which left him scarred and with an enemy at his back! Love is the last thing on his mind. Until, that is, he meets his ward's beautiful new chaperon, Lady Jane March. 

After the death of her husband, Jane resolved not to marry again. But when Paul's dangerous life catches up with him, she throws caution to the wind. Together, they must chase away the past and find a new future!

A young woman disappears. A husband is suspected of murder. Stirring times for all the neighbourhood. The Steepwood Scandal.

Olivia Roade Burton has lived in obscurity in Steepwood since she brought disgrace on herself by jilting a man of high degree. Now she's grown restless and yearns for excitement. But will any man risk proposing to her?

Scarred and disillusioned after his experiences in the Peninsular War, Captain Jack Denning believed he was too tainted to marry a decent girl. Caught in an innocent but compromising situation with Olivia, he's forced into an offer of marriage – one that Olivia accepts with no hesitation. Can she find true love and ease the secret sorrow that haunts Jack's eyes...?

Courted By The Captain – Anne Herries

With a title to pass on and an estate in ruins, Captain Adam Miller must marry well and produce an heir to turn the family fortunes around. Yet despite the eligible heiresses, none can compare to the exquisite but penniless Jenny Hastings.

Jenny is swept off her feet by the Captain. But she has secrets which could change everything.  When they come to light, will the Captain still want her by his side?

Falling For The Highland Rogue – Ann Lethbridge

Disgraced lady Charity West lives in the dark world of London's seedy underbelly. Her distrust of men runs deep…until she meets highland rogue, Logan Gilvry.

Whisky runner Logan lives outside the law. But Charity may be his most dangerous challenge yet.  He'll do anything to save her, even face her inevitable betrayal…

A Knight's Fugitive Lady – Meriel Fuller

Runaway lady Katerina of Dauntsey has disguised herself among a dance troupe. But when her act attracts the attention of Queen Isabella, Katerina's past catches up. 

Lussac de Belbigny can't help but admire the flame–haired acrobat's courage. A knight in the Queen's rebel army, Lussac will let nothing threaten his iron–clad self–control. Yet something about the mysterious Katerina touches his damaged heart…

Captain Adam Miller needs to find a wealthy bride! With a title to pass on and an estate in ruins he must marry well and produce an heir to turn the family fortunes around. Yet despite the endless parade of eligible heiresses thrust before him none can compare to the exquisite but penniless Jenny Hastings. The moment she sets eyes on the Captain Jenny is swept off her feet. But she has secrets that could change everything. When they come to light, will the Captain still want her by his side?

Heiress Sarah Hardcastle is convinced her plan to escape the unwanted attentions of a fortune-hunter is foolproof. Buried deep in the countryside, and with a whole new identity as prim governess Miss Goodrum, Sarah is looking forward to the quiet life for once…

But her careful masquerade is shaken when she meets her pupils' mentor, Lord Rupert Myers. An incorrigible flirt, Rupert has the looks and the charm to make Sarah blush all the way down to her high-buttoned neckline – and the determination to uncover what's beneath! Sarah will need her wits about her if she's to resist Rupert's roguish ways and keep her secret intact…

Raphael's heart is thought to be in the grave with his late wife. He's certainly thankful for the mission to restore King Richard to the throne; it leaves him with no time for distraction. Lady Rosamunde Meldreth is beautiful, vulnerable, and the prey of a dangerous man.

As much as Raphael wants to walk away, he's forced to keep Rosamunde under lock and key in his castle. Raphael's interest in Rosamunde seems to be purely one of possession – but then she discovers the dark knight wants to make her his hostage bride...

A young woman disappears. A husband is suspected of murder. Stirring times for all the neighbourhood. The Steepwood Scandal.

When the debauched Marquis of Sywell won Steepwood Abbey years ago at cards, it led to the death of the then Earl of Yardley. Now he's caused scandal again by marrying a girl out of his class – and young enough to be his granddaughter!

After being married only a short time, the marchioness has disappeared, leaving no trace of her whereabouts. There is every expectation that yet more scandals will emerge, though no one yet knows just how shocking they will be.

On the verge of womanhood, Lucy Horne is excited and nervous about her first season. Despite being the belle of every ball, she can't seem to quell her feelings for a man she has met only once before– the enigmatic and dashing Captain Jack...

Bought For The Harem

Thrown into a frightening and unfamiliar world after her capture by corsairs, Lady Harriet Sefton–Jones thinks help has arrived in the form of dashing Lord Kasim. But it's out of the frying pan and into the fire

Kasim has a plan of his own– charmed by Harriet's spirit and beauty he's determined to claim her for himself!

Secret Heiress

With his handsome good looks and rakish reputation, Lord Daniel Seaton knows he's a draw for any number of eligible young misses. One of whom he must marry for money!

Eliza Bancroft is the lucky lady's companion who has caught his eye and she would dearly love to succumb to Daniel's sweet flirtations, but propriety stops her– she is illegitimate. Hardly ideal wife material for a man like Daniel! But the temptation is soon too much to bear

THE SCARRED KNIGHT'S RETURN… Haunted by war, Sir Zander de Bricasse is no longer the idealistic youth who left his sweetheart to join the Crusades. Years have passed and he now fully expects to find Elaine married to another. Instead he discovers she is in grave danger… Fleeing from a murderous earl, Lady Elaine is rescued by a mysterious knight – her beloved Zander! She's never forgotten his promise to wed her, but to restore their lost love she must help this brooding, tormented stranger heal the wounds of his troubled past.

Protected By The Major – Anne Herries

Bound by marriage to a cruel lord, Madeline no longer dares to remember the love she shared with Major Hallam Ravenscar. But when her husband offers her favours to a notoriously depraved Marquis to settle his debts, Maddie knows she must escape. Should she turn to honourable Hallam or would she end up tainting him with her shame?

A Marriage Of Notoriety – Diane Gaston

The mysterious 'pianiste' is the Masquerade Club's newest attraction, captivating guests with her haunting music. Only Xavier Campion, the club's new proprietor, recognises Phillipa Westleigh, the lady with whom he once shared a dance. Concerned for her safety, Xavier escorts her home each night. But when their moonlit strolls are uncovered the only protection Xavier can offer is marriage!

Unveiling Lady Clare – Carol Townend

Sir Arthur Ferrer catches sight of her amongst the stands at the Twelfth Night joust. There is something about her eyes…he's seen them before. But when he goes to find the mysterious woman, she's disappeared!

Clare has been running from a dark past. But this handsome knight seems determined to unveil her secrets. Will she dare to let him glimpse the real Lady Clare?

Sullied, Shamed and Surrendered! 

Bound by marriage to a cruel lord, Madeline no longer dares to remember the innocent love she once shared with Major Hallam Ravenscar. 

But when her husband offers her favors to a notoriously depraved marquis to settle his debts, Maddie knows she must escape. Her good name compromised, Maddie must withstand the scandal that looms in the wake of her departure. Should she turn to noble, honorable Hallam, or would she end up tainting him with her shame? 

Officers and Gentlemen 

For duty, for honor, for love

A Country Miss In Hanover Square

In her first season in London, country girl Susannah Hampton is confused by the attentions of the dashing Lord Pendleton. Wealthy, but undeniably arrogant, he is certainly not the kind of husband she has in mind. Although she can't help but find him attractive.

Soon Susannah gets what she hopes for – a marriage proposal! She may be an innocent country miss, but now Susannah is determined to inflame her husband's passion – and melt the ice around his heart…

An Innocent Debutante In Hanover Square

Debutante Helene Henderson has been given a gift of one season in London – if she is to save her impoverished family, she must find a husband! Only, unworldly Helene's compassionate nature leads her into the path of a handsome rake with secrets of his own...

Lord Max Coleridge is intrigued by Helene's beguiling mix of shyness and spirit – but with his life in danger, how can he put her at risk? Helene's courage shines through, and Max intends to solve this mystery – and make this innocent miss his bride!