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Stranded in India after being dismissed without a reference, governess Beatrice Layton exchanges her freedom for passage home to England, taking a position with the only family that will hire her. But Bea hasn’t reckoned for just how dreadful her new employers will be. Stuck with them at sea in increasingly desperate circumstances, she finds an unlikely champion in the injured ex-soldier traveling aboard their ship.

When the corpse of a young man is found entirely drained of blood in a carriage next to Highgate Cemetery, Veronica’s interest is piqued. And then a second victim is found, his death made to look like a suicide, and Veronica and her intrepid beau, Stoker, know the hunt is on. The two men share one link: they were both members of a society so secretive that only a singular mention of it can be found anywhere. Thirsty for more clues, Veronica and Stoker hear that a young Roma boy may know more about their first victim, but the only way to the boy is through an old acquaintance of Stoker’s.

La venganza es dulce hasta que te rompe el corazón. Falsamente acusada de robo, Faith recibe dos opciones: valerse por sí misma en las calles de Londres, o quedar bajo contrato con Madame Chambon, la despiadada propietaria del burdel más exclusivo de Londres. Para sobrevivir, Faith se somete a las maquinaciones de una misteriosa benefactora y comienza una nueva vida bajo el techo de Madame Chambon. Sin embargo, no vive como las otras chicas. En su lugar, le enseñan la teoría de cómo cautivar a los nobles caballeros de Londres con su formación en filosofía, política y arte. Su ...

Kat Holloway knows that her beau and confidante Daniel McAdam has a talent for dangerous work as a Scotland Yard agent. At long last though, Daniel’s coldhearted boss has promised that after a final mission, his debt will be repaid, and he’ll finally be free. However, Daniel must risk his life one last time, masquerading as a secretary to an elderly viscount who could be the mastermind behind the recent plots against the Queen and her government.

After her beloved sister vanishes and a ruthless suitor forces her into marriage, Miss Euterpe Cheslyn realizes that the only way to save herself is to find her, disguised as a governess. However, falling for the Duke who should only be her employer was never part of the plan. Edward Balfour, Duke of Cambridge, needs a governess who will not run from his mischievous niece and the fiery Miss Cecilia Pembroke is the first to succeed. Yet, something about her does not sit right. Determined to uncover her secrets, Edward never expects to find himself captivated by her instead. The more time ...

As one of the first female reporters on 1880s Fleet Street, Penny Green has her work cut out. Whether it's investigating the mysterious death of a friend or reporting on a serial killer in the slums, Penny must rely on her wits and determination to discover the truth. Fortunately she can rely on the help of Inspector James Blakely of Scotland Yard, but will their relationship remain professional?

Amelia Havisham has a secret. She's been underestimated for too long: by her former fiancé, Compeyson; by her family; and by society. But now her true heart's desire is within reach for the first time. And she will stop at nothing to get it. This is the story of Miss Havisham as you've never heard it before. And she will exceed all expectations.

Catherine Wickham never intended to disappear forever- only to escape an arranged marriage to a man feared for his cruelty. Disguised under a false name, she retreats to the countryside and takes a position as a governess… but danger follows her. All she wants is to remain safe and unseen… and falling for the Duke of Pembroke was never part of the plan. Edmund Blackwood, Duke of Pembroke, has no time for entanglements. Burdened by his estate and the care of his younger sister, his life is shaped by duty and control. However, the new governess disturbs the careful order of this life—...

As the city prepares to celebrate Queen Victoria's golden jubilee, Veronica Speedwell is marking a milestone of her own. After burying her spinster aunt, the orphaned Veronica is free to resume her world travels in pursuit of scientific inquiry - and the occasional romantic dalliance. As familiar with hunting butterflies as she is fending off admirers, Veronica wields her butterfly net and a hatpin with equal aplomb, and with her last connection to England gone, she intends to embark upon the journey of a lifetime.

Lady Eliza Whitmore has always been trapped by society’s expectations, but when her brother’s scandalous elopement ruins the family’s reputation, she is forced into a cruel marriage. Desperate, Eliza flees to Bath, assuming a new identity as Mrs. Wentworth, finding freedom and an unexpected romance… James Pembroke, the Duke of Ashbourne, prefers solitude, avoiding London’s social scene. However, when his younger sister Charlotte seeks a husband, the Duke reluctantly agrees to help. Little did he know he would be drawn to the mysterious Mrs. Wentworth, his sister’s chaperone, ...

Elara Millstone never wanted a life of impossible bargains. But when her father, once a respected alchemist, claims he can change straw into gold, they find themselves trapped in a dangerous game with the powerful Duke of Sutton. If her father fails to deliver on his promise, imprisonment would be the least of their worries. Desperate to save them, Elara makes a deal of her own with a mysterious masked gentleman who seems to hold the key to their survival.

It has been 12 years since a dark, murderous figure stalked the alleys and courts of Whitechapel. And yet, in the summer of 1900, East London is still poor, still brutal, still a shadow city to its western twin. Among the reformers is an idealistic young woman named India Selwyn-Jones, recently graduated from medical school. With the help of her influential fiance - Freddie Lytton, an up-and-coming Liberal MP - she works to shut down the area's opium dens that destroy both body and soul.

From bestselling author Katherine Harlow comes a fresh and delightful twist on the classic Pygmalion tale—only this time, the roles are reversed. It began with a wicked bet… Wealthy widow Lady Lola Evans had no need of a man, except perhaps the occasional dalliance to warm her bed. She certainly had no intention of parting with her fortune by marrying again. Her days were filled with carefree laughter and sporting with friends. The bet she made seemed simple enough. It was only supposed to be a lark. Something for her amusement; take a common man and turn him into a gentleman. Groom him...

Devlin Markham, the notorious "Devil Duke" of Huntington, needs a woman. And not just any woman. If he can't woo one of the most eccentric bluestockings of the Ton within the month, he can kiss his hard-earned fortune good-bye. But he's always thought love a wasted emotion and marriage an inconvenience at best. And oddly enough, Lady Sophie Wolcott seems unmoved by his charm. When Sophie learns her beloved orphanage is in imminent danger, she will do anything to save it. Even marry a ruthless rake who takes what he wants in business and pleasure.

When Eleanor Blythe is cast out of society after a cruel betrayal, she is forced into marriage with the reclusive Duke of Raventhorne—a man feared for his temper and marked by the scars he keeps hidden. Behind the locked doors of Ashcombe Hall though, Eleanor uncovers something far more dangerous than his reputation… Nathaniel Ashcombe, Duke of Raventhorne, lives haunted by a fire that took his family and left him scarred on every level. He never meant to marry, but duty binds him to Eleanor—a woman stronger and more stubborn than he could ever expect. As she breaks through his walls,...

"Thirty Years Since; or, The Ruined Family. A Tale" by G. P. R. James is a captivating narrative set in London, following the story of Henry Burrel and the intertwined fates of the characters in the village of Emberton. As secrets unravel and relationships evolve, the tale delves into themes of love, deception, and the pursuit of justice.

Volume One includes four full-length novels: Ever Yours, Annabelle; The Madness of Viscount Atherbourne; The Truth About Cads and Dukes; and Desperately Seeking a Scoundrel.

Charlotte Mummert is the baker’s daughter, but when her father is struck with illness, her world turns upside down. Burdened with his care, she has few options but to become the vexing Earl’s cook. Can she deny her attraction to him that contrasts their insurmountable differences? Alexander Walsh, the Earl of Beckingham, only means mischief when he hires the baker’s daughter as his temporary cook. However, when Charlotte turns out to be as exceptional as charming, his plan backfires and he finds himself stuck with her. Will Alexander ever admit his feelings for the woman that is ...

All of London is abuzz over the imminent arrival of Wulfric Bedwyn, the reclusive, cold-as-ice Duke of Bewcastle, at the most glittering social event of the season. Some whisper of a tragic love affair. Others say he is so aloof and passionless that not even the greatest beauty could capture his attention. But on this dazzling afternoon, one woman did catch the duke's eye - and she was the only female in the room who wasn't even trying.

Lady Eleanor Henshaw, daughter of the Earl of Ravensdale, has always been strong and independent. So when she is forced to marry Lord Nathaniel Fairfax, she is determined to keep her freedom and heart safe. Yet, within the shadowed halls of Loxley House, Eleanor begins to feel an unexpected connection she cannot ignore… Nathaniel Fairfax, Marquess of Loxley, is a man shaped by loss and duty. He thinks marriage is just a deal, until Eleanor’s bold spirit breaks his defenses. He starts to question his cold rules and feels a pull toward her that surprises him. Will Nathaniel protect his ...