Sally Hermitage was daughter of the famous solicitor “The Hermit,” but unfortunately her father had not left his widow financially secure. So Sally was determined to see her sister married to the man she loved, Lord Derwent. But Derwent had a guardian, Lord Monstuart, who was just as determined to prevent his nephew from throwing himself away on Melanie. But Monstuart exhibited some evidence of attraction to Sally… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published be Fawcett Crest

Heiress Lucy Percys family fends off a fortune-hunter, and Lucy decides to rusticate. She and her aunt rent a cottage, but change their identities in order to avoid further problems. The Earl of Avedons ramshackle nephew owns their cottage and exhibits every sign of falling for Lucys charms. But Avedon suspects Lucy is out to capture his nephew and does everything in his power to prevent that! Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Samantha Bright lived for Lord Monteiths visits to his estate, when he would flirt with her and tease her. But everything changed when Monteiths debached, middle-aged uncle returned from India rich as a naboband looked around him for a pretty young wife. Sam was his choice and Monteith found himself rushing to protect his country friend from such a misalliance. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Lettie Beddoes was twenty-seven and past the age of longing for love. She was also the guardian of a trust for Lord Havergal, notorious fellow that he was, and impervious to his requests for more money. When he dropped in on her for a face-to-face encounter, he was surprised to learn that she was a woman. But that simply offered him a chance to charm her… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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

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

'Pacy, witty and authoritative' Jonathan Freedland'In her hands, ancient history becomes a vivid avenue of approach to a burning modern-world concern… a powerful and important book' Daily TelegraphA superb and illuminating history of Imperial Rome's most important women – dispelling the myths and misogyny that have distorted their reputations for over 2000 years.Writer, activist and journalist Joan Smith ha...

Trudie Barten, bored by her restricted life in London with her brother gone to Newmarket, offered Latin tutoring to his friends. Misunderstanding her intent, the arrogant Lord Luten accused her of being a lightskirt determined to capture his wealthy, naïve young nephew. So Trudie and her aunt joined her brother for the Newmarket horse training, and Luten followed, but there was more villainy afoot. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Loretta Lawson, a feminist professor visiting Paris to deliver a paper on the oppressive nature of masculine grammatical forms, stumbles across the murder of an Oxford don.But when the body disappears, she returns to England without alerting the French police, but is resolved to solve the mystery from across the Channel.The BBC adaptation of A Masculine Ending, starring Bill Nighy and Imelda Staunton, premiered in 1992.'I love Loretta' - P.D. James'Ms. Smith...

Olivia Fenwick decided to become a governess after her father remarried--a very superior governess who charged a great deal for her services. While Lady Synge was eager to show off her superior employee, her younger brother, the arrogant Lord Philmot, objected to just about everything Olivia attempted to do with her two charges. Regency Romance by Jennie Gallant/Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Coventry

At 22 Grace Farnsworth had lost her job as a governess, and had to assume a childish disguise to have enough money for a coach seat. But arriving in Wickfield hadn’t solved her problem, as her old governess was away. Lord Whewett, having heard her story, offered her a hundred pounds to act his daughter to appease old Lady Healy’s determination to meet her great granddaughter… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

When Jennie Robsjohn inherited ten thousand pounds, she left teaching in Bath for Londons glories, with her companion Mrs. Irvine. En route she castigated a gentleman who had a beautiful companion young enough to be his daughter--which she was. Eventually Lord Marndale found Jennies influence over his wayward daughter to be remarkable. Jennie couldnt decide if he wanted her as Victorias companion--or something more. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest