Elizabeth Beacon kanaliseert haar onstilbare nieuwsgierigheid naar het verleden vanuit haar huis in het prachtige Engelse West Country. Haar diverse ervaringen, van werken in de tuinbouw en als lerares Engels tot haar tijd als ambtenaar, voeden haar creatieve inspanningen. Ze schrijft nu gelukkig en creëert charismatische helden en pittige heldinnen, vaak gesitueerd tegen de achtergrond van de wonderbaarlijk diverse en schandalige Regency-periode. Beacon geniet van haar onderzoek en deelt haar passie voor dit tijdperk met de lezers.
Scarred by life... Until he finds her. Stumbling upon Lady Melissa Aldercombe hiding away in his library during a ball, Sir Adam Lathbury expects to be greeted by her horror and revulsion at his disfigured appearance - not a fiery frisson of attraction that he thought he'd never encounter again. But after his betrothed has rejected him, can Adam believe the connection is genuine? Especially when he discovers she's harbouring an explosive, reputation-destroying secret!
A stolen kiss from a dashing stranger... ...at her own betrothal ball!
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…
Sir Charles Afforde: the infamous devilish rake has purchased Hollowhurst Castle lock, stock and barrel. All that is left to possess is the castle's determined and beautiful chatelaine. Roxanne Courland: her youthful, romantic dreams of Charles were shattered long ago, and this unconventional country miss would rather stay a spinster than enter a loveless marriage ... Only this rake's devastatingly
From unloved bride...Caroline Besford will no longer be any man's pawn. Her father forced her into marriage with a man who refused to share her bed. In making her escape, Caro became Cleo—an untouched courtesan! Amazingly, the husband who ignored his plain bride is now pursuing her!...to adored mistress!But as Cleo is drawn into a web of lies and deception, she cannot deny her growing desire for her husband. And what will the colonel do when he discovers that his darling Cleo is his dowdy wife, Caroline?
At seventeen, Miranda Braxton shocked the world by eloping with her brother's tutor. Now a wiser and widowed lady, she returns to Carnwood—and finds herself engaged in a battle of wits with the new earl.Kit Alstone, Earl of Carnwood, grew up on the streets. His gentlemanly demeanor conceals an adventurer's heart. Miranda's bravery and beauty would tempt a saint—and Kit is far from that. Soon Kit begins to wonder if a scandalous lord might ask for nothing better than a less than perfect countess!
A Mistletoe Kiss for the Governess / the Earl's Yuletide Proposal / Lord Grange's Snowy Reunion
Set in the enchanting Regency era, this collection features three delightful Christmas short stories that intertwine romance, holiday spirit, and the charm of the season. Each tale showcases unique characters navigating love and social expectations during festive celebrations. The stories promise to evoke warmth and joy, capturing the essence of Christmas in a time of elegance and tradition. Perfect for fans of romantic fiction, this volume offers a cozy escape into a world of seasonal magic and heartfelt connections.
Set in the enchanting Regency era, this collection features three delightful Christmas short stories that intertwine romance, holiday spirit, and the charm of the season. Each tale captures the essence of love blossoming amidst festive celebrations, showcasing unique characters and their heartwarming journeys. Readers can expect a blend of wit, societal intrigue, and the magic of Christmas, making this volume a perfect escape into a world of historical romance during the most wonderful time of the year.
Since his father’s scandalous affair, Colm Hancourt has lived life on his own terms…until he comes face to face with Eve, the daughter of his father’s mistress! Eve has always lived in the shadow of her mother’s scandalous affair, but with one kiss that sets tongues wagging, could the latest Winterley scandal be the start of something special?*To escape her family’s scandals, Eleanor Hancourt lives as ordinary governess Nell Court. But when Fergus the new estate manager arrives, her quiet existence is disrupted. He may be unspeakably arrogant, but he’s also irresistible! But is he who he really says he is…
The wrong bride Will meet him at the altar! When Martha Lington's sister begs for help in stopping her convenient marriage to Zachary Chilton, Viscount Elderwood, kind-hearted Martha finds herself pretending to be his bride-to-be. But Martha is shocked to discover there's much more to like about the Viscount than she's been led to believe! Martha's enjoying his attentions rather too much...but she must reveal all the secrets she's kept hidden before their wedding day!