My Lord Stornaway has every reason to believe that Moira (alias Molly) Greenwood, and Perdita Brodie (alias April Spring) are lightskirts traveling with an acting troupe. In actuality Moira is Perditas cousin and governess, and their trip to Aunt Agatha went alarmingly awry--thanks to Perditas high spirits and their stolen travel funds. But the stubborn lord wont listen to their explanations… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett

One did not ask the Duke and Duchess of Avondale to the same party. Lady Hathaway knew that, but her cousin the duke had changed his mind about coming, and shed already invited the duchess, who was on her way. There was nothing to be done except wait to see what happened when the estranged couple met again. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett

Sir Edmund said: “I think it is a mistake for a man of unstable temperament to marry, dont you?” Lizzie replied: “To marry a timid lady, yes. Good gracious, is this the reason you espouse misogamy? Dont be such a gudgeon, Edmund. Find someone who is not afraid of your blustering, arm her with a stout club and marry her.” Or they could hunt for her missing diamond necklace and just pretend to be engaged… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett

Is she an innocent or not? Prudence Mallow, weary of the poor relation role, discovers her calling in writing novels. Modest, sincere novels, not the scandalous fare of Lord Dammlers Cantos from Abroad. Drawn by the rakish marquis into the hotbed of London society, Prudence finds herself in way over her head--and heart. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett

Sara Wood had not been heartbroken when her fiancé disappeared six years ago, though no one would have guessed it. And she wasnt delighted when Peter showed up again—as a widower with two young sons and his vulgar sister-in-law. Peters brother, Lord Haldiman, insisted that his brother do the right thing this time. But both Sara and Haldiman had moved on and seen new possibilities… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Daphne Inglesides visit to her Aunt Effie in London was meant to add a little spark to her placid country life. And it did--once the two women decided to write Effies memoirs. For Effie, a faded divorcée, had been the beauty of London in her day, and many of the ton feared their misbehavior would be disclosed. The Duke of St. Felix, misinterpreting their project as a means of blackmailing his family, antagonized the sharp-witted, beautiful Daphne to his peril. Regency Romance by Joan Smith...

Wendy Harris’s niece and nephew were orphaned when her sister and her husband drowned in India. Now they were coming to England and Wendy hoped to be their guardian. But their uncle was a powerful lord, Menrod, who was arrogant and a tyrant. Wendy chose to challenge him for custody, though she had little money, and when she met the children had some doubts. Regency Romance by Joan Smith writing as Jennie Gallant; originally published by Fawcett Coventry

Sir Ludwig called her “Rose Trelawney” because she had no memory of who she was. Awaking in a ditch in a snowstorm, “Rose” had eventually found safe haven at Sir Ludwigs home as his sisters governess. But she found herself not unfamiliar with ordering servants about—or the physical desire she felt for Sir Ludwig. Did that make her a married woman or a harlot? Not knowing where she belonged in this dangerous game of kidnapping and art thievery could prove hazardous indeed. Regency Romance b...

Moira Trevithick and her brother have been bilked of their family fortune by Lionel March, so they masquerade at a country inn as the vulgar Lady Crieff and her stepson, with a plan to take the scoundrel for everything he owes them. But theyre not the only ones interested in March, and they look very suspicious to one well-born gentleman. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Holly McCormack had no beauty but combined a beautiful voice with a witty tongue and a sensible approach to life. She lived with her aunt and beautiful cousin Jane near the Abbey, Lord Dewar’s home. He announced he would produce Romeo and Juliet, with Jane to star. Holly found herself immersed with costumes, nagging Dewar to accomplish things for the neighborhood, and falling in love. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Coventry

The Marquis of Claymore had been rejected by the Beauty of the Season and he was determined to marry the first beautiful woman he could find to assuage his pride. There were the Wanderley twins, with Wanda as gorgeous as could be, and her twin, Ellie, obviously not in the same class. But Wanda was almost engaged… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett