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A plain countess…Tainted by illegitimacy, plain Sarah Martin has no illusions of a grand marriage. So when the Earl of Langford makes her a proposal which will take her one step closer to finding her half-sister, she can’t refuse!Sebastian’s dreams of romance died with his late wife’s affair, so now he needs a convenient wife to act as governess for his silent daughter. Yet Sarah continues to surprise and challenge him, and soon Sebastian can’t deny the joy his new bride could bring to his life – and into his bed!

‘Five berries equal the five separate kisses I challenge you to steal.’Notorious rake Henry Stuart, Earl of Redbridge is certain he’ll win his Christmas bet – until he learns he’ll be stealing Lady Elizabeth Wilding’s kisses. A woman who refuses to be charmed!Once jilted, Lizzie must guard her heart because the ton is unaware of her scandalous secret – her son! Despite their increasing attraction, she can’t risk the persistent Hal bringing down her defences. But, when her former fiancé returns Lizzie realises that perhaps Hal’s the one man she can trust – with her heart and her son…

Her only hope for survival…Handsome, wealthy and respected, Sir Mark Turner is the most sought-after bachelor in all of London—and he's known far and wide for his irreproachable character. But behind his virtuous reputation lies a passionate nature he keeps carefully in check… until he meets the beautiful Jessica Farleigh, the woman he's waited for all his life. Is to ruin the man she loves…But Jessica is a courtesan, not the genteel lady Sir Mark believes. Desperate to be free of a life she despises, she seizes her chance when Mark’s enemies make her an offer she can’t refuse: Seduce Mark and tarnish his good name, and a princely sum will be hers.Yet as she comes to know the man she’s sworn to destroy, Jessica will be forced to choose between the future she needs…and the love she knows is impossible.“One of the finest historical romances I’ve read in years.” –New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn on Proof by Seduction

Olivia Moreland has forever denied the possibility of clairvoyant abilities, working instead to discredit the mediums that flock to London. But when Lord Stephen St.Leger requests her help in investigating an alleged psychic’s claims, she can't deny the ominous presence she feels within the walls of his ancient estate—or the intimately familiar connection she feels to Stephen himself.The last time he'd called Blackhope Hall home, Stephen had watched as his elder brother claimed both the family title and the woman he loved. Now, in the wake of his brother’s murder, Stephen has reluctantly returned to find his family ensconced in scandal. Who is responsible for his brother's untimely death—a dark spirit or the psychic who claims to have channeled it? And what is it about psychic investigator Olivia Moreland that so thoroughly draws him in, reigniting a passion he hasn’t felt in years?As they search for answers, Stephen and Olivia discover that the only way to fight a powerful evil is with a powerful love.

Quintus Ambustus is a slave–Adiona Leonia is a wealthy socialite. He fights for his life in the gladiator's ring–she plays cutthroat politics in Rome's high society.He's sacrificed everything for his Christian faith–she believes in nothing and no one. But when Adiona's life is threatened, Quintus is chosen as her bodyguard, and their fascination with one another shocks them both. Neither thought to find joy in a match society would condemn…but their feelings cannot be denied. Have they lost too much to believe in happiness? Or will their growing love let them leave the past behind–and build a new future together?

A REPUTATION IN TATTERSFollowing a disastrous incident at a house party, Lady Isobel Jervis is exiled to the country to avoid further rumours. At the imposing Wimpole Hall, she meets architect Giles Harker. He is as eye-catching as the elegant house, but shockingly arrogant – and infuriatingly dismissive. Despite himself, Giles is strangely drawn to the haughty Isobel and stuns her with a secret kiss in the gardens. As the illegitimate son of an infamous scarlet woman, he knows love can be dangerous. Their growing attraction could cost them both dearly.‘Allen reaches into readers’ hearts.’ RT Book Reviews on Married to a Stranger ­

In the midst of a Clan divided, two unlikely allies must confront the passion that binds them … and the treachery that may part them forever.To secure her family's alliance with the powerful Clan Mackenzie, Stella Morrison has no choice but to wed the notorious Kade Mackenzie. Unable to ignore the whispers that surround him, she resigns herself to a marriage in name only.Yet, as the fierce warrior strips away Stella's doubt one seductive touch at a time, burgeoning desire forces her to question all she holds as truth. Leading a rebellious army should have been Kade's greatest challenge….until conquering the heart of his reluctant bride becomes an all-consuming need.Now more than ever, he’s determined to find victory both on the battlefield and in the bedchamber. But the quest for triumph unleashes a dark threat, and this time, only love may prove stronger than danger.

A dangerous wager… A seductive nobleman…When Leonie Noirot first meets devastatingly handsome Simon Blair, the fourth Marquess of Lisburne, she literally falls into his strong arms!However, Leonie simply has no time for his wickedly charming lordship. The pretty redhead is obsessed with her business – turning the ladies of society into beautifully dressed swans. Until the bet…Logical Leonie has to agree; if Lisburne’s cousin, Lady Gladys, is not transformed, Leonie must spend two weeks at Lisburne’s pleasure…

“You’ve appointed yourself my mistress!”Sophy is determined to make Maison Noirot London’s foremost dressmaking establishment if it kills her. It’s been said she could sell sand to the bedouins, but waves of bad publicity after her sister’s scandalous marriage are tainting business, so she has little time for anything but work – especially not the flirtatious affections of reckless rake the Earl of Longmore.But when a disreputable admirer compromises Longmore's sister, Noirot's favourite patron, the runaway sibling must be found. There’s too much at stake for Sophy to let Longmore rush after them on his own. So together they make chase, but such close proximity can play havoc even with sworn adversaries…