julia justiss

Julia Justiss

Hal Waterman's calling on the newly widowed Elizabeth Lowery is the caring act of a gentleman. And with her household in turmoil and a young son to support, she is certainly grateful for his help. Hal finds Elizabeth even more lovely than when they first met, but knows that she will only ever see him as a kind and often taciturn friend. Elizabeth finds comfort and companionship in Hal's caring of her. But then a tantalising desire starts to simmer. His reassuring strength and presence have become so very attractive and so alluring...

Shunned by the ton How would she find a husband?

After her mother’s latest outrageous affair, innocent Prudence Lattimar has fled to Bath. With her dubious background, she must marry a man of impeccable reputation. A clergyman with a title would be perfect. She must steer clear of Lieutenant Johnnie Trethwell though — his family is as notorious as hers, no matter how funny, charming and unfailingly honourable he is!

“Duty can also be pleasure, Lady Alyssa…”

When politician Benedict Tawny set out to save Lady Alyssa from a nefarious plot, he never expected to find himself trapped in a compromising situation with the alluring lady! Now duty demands he propose…and claim her as his bride!

Tainted by his illegitimacy, Ben knows he can't give Alyssa the life of luxury she deserves. But if he can convince her to succumb to the undeniable heat between them, their convenient marriage might just lead to the love of a lifetime!

Away from society's prying eyes… 

After suffering the loss of her beloved husband, quick–witted Lady Margaret Roberts has sworn off the pursuit of passion…that is, until she meets Giles Hadley. 

Bitterly estranged from his family, reluctant viscount Giles knows all too well the devastation of an unhappy marriage. So while he is prepared to indulge in an illicit affair, he must beware, for spirited Maggie awakens in him something even more forbidden–the desire to claim her as his wife!

From Waif To Gentleman's Wife — Julia Justiss

When a destitute governess faints on Sir Edward Greaves' threshold, chivalry demands that he offer her temporary shelter. However, the desire Ned feels when he catches her in his arms isn't at all gentlemanly…

With her large, troubled eyes and slender frame, Joanna Merrill calls to something deep inside this guarded man. For one who has purposely shunned the conniving beauties of London society, just how much is Ned risking by having this intriguing woman under his roof?

Christmas Cowboy Kisses

A Family For Christmas — Carolyn Davidson

When a handsome widower and his young boy are stranded at Joy Watson's Missouri homestead just before Christmas the true meaning of love and family is revealed.

A Christmas Miracle — Carol Arens

Laira Lynne is striving to save her beloved town.  New arrival Rayne Lantree is the only man with the power to make her dream come true…if he'll just believe in a little Christmas magic!

Christmas With Her Cowboy — Lauri Robinson

Ranch hand Tanner Maxwell is not pleased that Anna Hagan has returned to the Double Bar for Christmas. But the girl he once knew has grown up. She knows what she wants — and he's right in the line of fire!

But surely this demure ton miss couldn't be the violet-eyed Gypsy who had danced for him in the firelight-and still taunted his dreams. . . . Desperate to save herself and her brother from her odious cousin's schemes, Gwennor Southford spirited him away by night-in a Gypsy caravan!

Now they were in her aunt's care, and only one thing stood between her and the safe haven of a proper marriage-one unforgettable evening with Gilen de Mowbry. . . .

The Courtesan

After the death of her long–term protector, Belle intends to spurn the entreaties of her London admirers and retreat to her country manor. Then a fencing match gone wrong with the arresting Captain Jack Carrington upsets all her careful plans.

Who is the mysterious Belle? A jaded Cyprian seeking a new protector? A kind friend who helps those in need? A mistress of sensual delight who can lead a man into irredeemable folly? Though Belle is a woman Jack can neither afford to keep nor dare to marry, he is willing to risk everything to find out.

The Untamed Heiress

Imprisoned as a child by her spiteful father, Helena Lambarth vowed upon his death to never again live under a man's rule. But to honour her mother's last wish, she journeys to London to enter society – and finds herself a reluctant houseguest of the dashing Lord Darnell.

Adam, Lord Darnell, has little time to oversee the bedraggled hoyden he's agreed to sponsor. He is surprised that his once waif–like ward suddenly transformed into a bewitching young woman. The desire they spark in each other is undeniable. But can the love they try to resist conquer Helena's demons and free them both?

The Winterley Scandal

Under the gaze of the ton!

As the daughter of wild Pamela Winterley, Eve has always lived in the shadow of scandal. Society watches her every move, waiting for Eve to prove she is just as wayward as her mother...

Ever since his father’s scandalous affair, Colm Hancourt has lived life on his own terms. But then he comes face to face with Eve, the daughter of his father’s mistress! It may have begun with a kiss that sets tongues wagging, but could the latest Winterley scandal be the start of something special?

The Governess Heiress

Forbidden to the undercover earl!

Hiding from society, heiress Eleanor Hancourt must live as ordinary governess Nell Court to escape her family’s scandals. But when the new estate manager arrives, her quiet existence is disrupted. He may be unspeakably arrogant, but he’s also irresistible!

Fergus is really the Earl of Barberry, undercover to investigate his own estate. Instead, he discovers the new governess is an illicit temptation, a match that can never be! Yet when Nell’s secret inheritance puts her in peril, Fergus will do whatever it takes to save her...

Wicked Wager

Lord Anthony Nelthorpe had committed many sins – such as trying to seduce Jenna Montague Fairchild into marrying him. But that was before the war – before she nursed him back to health, while her husband, a man of honour, could not be saved.

Back in London, Tony seized the chance to shake the young widow out of her apathy. He hit upon a challenge: since Jenna saved his rascal skin, did she not owe it to all those heroes to make a better man of him? Now Tony just had to figure out how to win this wager without wanting her all over again…

By Honour Bound

Jenna has followed the drum with her father, a British Army colonel, most of her life. She has grown to love the adventure of traveling with the regiment. She has also grown to love her father's second–in–command, Major Garrett Fairchild.

Since Garrett Fairchild's fiancée left him for another man, he has gone into battle prepared to die a glorious death to erase the pain of his heartbreak. But the friendship of his colonel's daughter has lately renewed his interest in life. Can he forget the past and learn to love again?

The Wedding Gamble

Sarah Wellingford would do her duty.

Even if that meant putting herself on the Marriage Mart during a London season she could ill afford – and did not desire. Now ironic circumstance have wed her to the compelling Marquess of Englemere, a fabled gamester, who has awakened passions she was honour–bound not to express.

A marriage of convenience could be deucedly inconvenient – even for a marquess – when one was perilously close to loving his own wife! But Nicholas Stanhope knew that was impossible, for hadn't his tragic past proven that women – especially wives – were not to be trusted?

A Scandalous Proposal

Threatened by extortionists, disowned widow Emily Spenser has little recourse – until the Earl of Cheverley, captivated by this unusual shopkeeper, comes to her aide.

Emily cannot repay the Earl's expenditures – not in coin. But having learned through bitter experience not to trust the largesse of powerful men and desperate to stay hidden from the father–in–law who would take away her son, she seeks to cancel her obligation to the highly visible earl immediately. Little does she realise a “fleeting” affair will lead to something much more...