Cirrus@Austlit

'Nothing is more reckless-and potentially ruinous -than a wager on true love...

'Miss Sophie York is more than ready to enjoy a London Season sponsored by her cousin. What better way to overcome her painful past than to secure a happy future for herself? And if she's lucky, perhaps that future will include her handsome new friend...

'Finding a bride should be easy for Henry James, Duke of Holland. But rumors of his romantic...prowess are highly exaggerated. So, he's at a loss when it comes to wooing the lovely Sophie. Especially when she finds out the only reason he approached her in the first place was because of a ridiculous bet...

'Discovering his secret could be devastating to their love. But then again, so could her secret. Anyone care to wager on their odds of overcoming it all and making it to happily ever after?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'He thought he’d reformed. But maybe he was just destined to be a rogue forever…

'Inheriting the title of marquess saved Daniel’s life. Literally. Without it, he would’ve remained in London, indulging in all the vices that plagued him. Now, he can finally focus on his responsibilities and become a better man. Letting his lovely and infinitely fascinating new neighbor assume he was a lowly groom was not on his agenda. But sadly, that’s exactly what he did…

'Lady Anwen Astoridge loves horses more than people sometimes. Especially after what happened during her last Season. So, when she meets an honest, amusing, and charming groom she actually likes, she’s shocked. If she could, she’d choose him over any of the titled gentlemen in London. Too bad her family would never allow that to happen…

'When Daniel’s true identity is revealed, can Anwen forgive his deception? Or will this supposedly reformed rogue be denied a happily ever after with the woman of his dreams?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'She’s at the mercy of a wild, wild duke. Trouble is, she’s not sure how wild he truly is …

'There was a time when Wolfe Huges, sixth Duke of Montague, pined for Lady Kate Brassel. But that was years ago. Now, she’s nothing to him but the widow of an old friend who owed him an obscene amount of money. So, imagine his surprise when Kate suggests a highly improper—and pleasurable—means to settle the debt…

'Kate is at her wit’s end. If she wants to protect her son’s inheritance, she’ll have to pay her husband’s debt with the only thing of value she has left. Her body. And since Wolfe has no interest in marrying, that would make her his mistress. She never thought she’d fall so far from grace. Or that she’d enjoy it. But here she is…

'It’s not long before Kate learns there’s more to Wolfe than meets the eye—and Wolfe realizes his love for Kate might be more than a memory. But when it matters most, will they take their second chance at happily ever after? Or is their romance doomed to end in heartbreak?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Nothing overpowers the bitter taste of betrayal faster than forbidden love…

'Lady Evie Bourbon should be happy. Sadly, her deceitful husband made that impossible. Escaping to Scotland seemed like her only option. It was just her unfortunate luck that she was attacked by highwaymen along the way. What remains to be seen is if the man who came to her rescue and offered to protect her—for a fee—is the hero of her story, or just another villain…

'The Duke of Ruthven is an honorable man, but also a practical one. So, he’s not ashamed of asking a damsel in distress to pay for his services. What he never intended to do, however, was fall for the lovely Evie’s charms. But through the quaint villages of England and misty lochs of Scotland, that’s exactly what he does…

'If Evie and the Duke have any hope of claiming a happily ever after, they’ll have to confront the demons of his past…and her present. In the end, will they defy the odds and prove that love can triumph over betrayal?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'In the heart of London, notorious rake and society scandal, Lord Leo Wyndham, finds himself entangled in an unexpected venture. Determined never to succumb to the chains of matrimony, Leo, known for his devilish charm and disregard for social norms, takes on the challenge of transforming the demure and overlooked Miss Arabella Hall into the toast of the ton. A wealthy heiress with a hidden past in service, Arabella, despite her beauty, languished in the shadows of high society. With a devil-may-care attitude, Leo embarks on a mission to showcase her allure, to thrust her into the spotlight.

'As Leo delves deeper into his self-imposed mission, he finds himself ensnared by Arabella’s quiet strength and genuine spirit. Unbeknownst to him, his heart betrayed his aversion to commitment, and he longs for more than just a matchmaking triumph. However, Arabella, acutely aware of Leo’s reputation, remains oblivious to his growing affections. Convinced that he could only see her as a social project, she’s resolved to secure a suitable match for herself, all the while grappling with the stigma of her humble origins. Amidst the glittering ballrooms and scandalous escapades, a tale of unexpected love unfolds, challenging both hero and wallflower to defy societal expectations and embrace the possibility of a future they never imagined.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.