Lady Olivia Bevelstroke, the youngest of her half-sisters, has never cared much for the glittering social whirl of London. When her siblings decide to embark on a plan for independence without the strictures of marriage, they assumed she was just as excited about the prospect as they were—only she wasn't. Olivia prefers the quiet solitude of her books, rather than the company of others, but she misses her father's estate, Marlington Hall, most of all. There, she felt safe and loved and she...

Lady Araminta Bevelstroke only wanted one thing from society, and that was to be recognized as an independent woman. Together with her three sisters, following the death of their father, the Duke of Marlington, she embarks on a journey to London to prove just that. Marriage certainly hadn't been on her mind, but when a handsome earl begins to pay court to her, she has to wonder if this could be the true venture she might wish to embark on.Greyson Hartfield, the Earl of Somers, wasn...

Fleur Davies would do anything to protect the last of her family—her twin brother, Flavian. From fighting a duel in secret, to daring to put her virtue up for auction with the intent to clear a gambling debt, she told herself she was prepared to do whatever was necessary to ensure their survival. However, when she finds herself at the mercy of an intimidating man like Mr. Porter, it isn't fear that courses through her. There is something about those glittering silver eyes that she can't qu...

Lady Isadora Bevelstroke has always been the most solemn and straitlaced of all of her sisters. But as the eldest member of the family, and with a particular head for business, from an early age she has learned not to distract herself with nonsensical behavior. She is determined to succeed as a woman of independent means, and no one doubts her ability to do so. She is quickly making a name for herself, and with the funds to help ease her entrée into a man's world, she is confident that not...

Lady Calliope is the most carefree and spirited of all the Bevelstroke sisters. With her fiery, copper locks and adventurous nature, she is determined to make a name for herself. In an effort to pursue her dream of independence, she sets out for the coast of Lyme Regis to search for rare fossils. The problem is a particular viscount who is always in her way…Sebastian Ford, Viscount Blakely, has a certain weakness when it comes to redheads and finds Calliope's flirtatious personalit...

An independent woman hoping to fulfill a dream.A duke who can't seem to ignore his attraction to the lady.Together they uncover their heart's desire.Miss Iona Richards wants one thing in life—to be an independent woman. Her dream is to become a highly reputable landscape architect and create masterpieces that will live on for generations. Thus, she dares to embark on an adventure, leaving her family behind to travel to Burnham-On-Sea where...

An independent sea captain bent on chasing adventure.A rakish earl hungry for distraction.Together they navigate the tides of scandal and desire.Miss Tassandra Devenport has never had a problem being independent. Raised by her father in Wales, she descends from a line of fishermen. She adores life on the sea and dreams of the day she can sail around the world. With Burnham-On-Sea starting to become a popular retreat, she has discovered a way to earn some extr...

Miss Marlene St. Clair arrives at Rosedale Heights, the massive, mysterious estate in the heart of the Yorkshire moors, hoping to make a fresh start. With no other choice but to accept the position as a lady's companion in this far-off place, she soon learns that it isn't the calm future she had been seeking. The servants are somber and distant, and there is proof of strange happenings, as if the visions that keep plaguing her are not enough of a warning that something is amiss. Worse yet,...

Davien Elswood, the Duke of Blackburn, isn't an ordinary man. Twenty years ago he was cursed with the powers of an aswang, and now he's forced to fight the beast within. But is it only metaphorical, or in truth? He is a member of the Order of the Friars of St. Francis, a cult where men of high standing perform any number of rituals. Because of these scandalous proceedings, they must protect the truth at all costs – even if it means sacrificing one of their own.Cosette du Bouir is a...

What could go possibly go wrong when a former libertine and a feisty actress hunt down a suspected killer?The answer, of course, is everything.Former Bow Street Runner, Cordell Steele, decided to strike out on his own as a private inquiry agent. He wanted to make his own rules, rather than follow them, driven by the personal ghosts of his past. When a series of murders starts to target young actresses, he offers his services whether they are wanted or not. He knows that the...

A woman who dreams of independence, but her past swirls with secrets.A viscount who will stop at nothing to regain his inspiration.Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery that leads to a path of true devotion.Miss Vanessa Carter has a secret. She made her way to the Seaside Society hoping to make a fresh start. The problem is that she's not who she appears to be. For the past year she's had to look over her shoulder for fear h...

Harlan Mathis is a notorious highwayman, at least, as far as anyone is aware. The gentleman and his gang of revelers strike renewed fear into the heart of travelers on their way to London. In truth, Harlan is a privateer for the Crown, tasked with finding out who is responsible for the threat of rebellion that is causing current unrest. With the death of William IV and the recent advent of Queen Victoria to the throne, he has to ensure a smooth transition for the new monarchy. To do that, ...