Cirrus@Austlit

'Fiercely independent Daisy Chance has a dream—and it doesn’t involve marriage or babies (or being under any man’s thumb). Raised in poverty, she has a passion—and a talent—for making beautiful clothes. Daisy aims to become the finest dressmaker in London.

'Dashing Irishman Patrick Flynn is wealthy and ambitious, and has entered society to find an aristocratic bride. Instead, he finds himself growing increasingly attracted to the headstrong, clever and outspoken Daisy. She’s wrong in every way—except the way she sets his heart racing.

'However, when Flynn proposes marriage, Daisy refuses. She won’t give up her hard-won independence. Besides, she doesn’t want to join the fine ladies of society—she wants to dress them. She might, however, consider becoming Flynn’s secret mistress...

'But Flynn wants a wife, not a mistress, and when Flynn sets his heart on something, nothing can stand in his way...'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'On the eve of the London Season, Jane Chance is about to make her entrance into high society. And after a childhood riddled with poverty and hardship, Jane intends to make a good, safe, sensible marriage. All goes according to plan until a dark, dangerous vagabond helps her rescue a dog.

'Zachary Black is all kinds of unsuitable – a former spy, now in disguise, he's wanted for murder. His instructions: to lie low until his name is cleared. But Zach has never followed the rules, and he wants Jane Chance for his own.

'If that means blazing his way into London society, in whatever guise suits him, that's what he'll do. Jane knows she shouldn't fall in love with this unreliable, if devastatingly attractive, rogue. But Zach is determined – and he's a man accustomed to getting what he wants...' (Publication summary)

'Damaris Chance's unhappy past has turned her off the idea of marriage forever. But her guardian, Lady Beatrice Davenham, convinces her to make her coming out anyway – and have a season of carefree, uncomplicated fun.

'When Damaris finds herself trapped in a compromising situation with the handsome rake Freddy Monkton-Coombes, she has no choice but to agree to wed him – as long as it's in name only. Outwardly, her new husband seems to accept her terms, but really Freddy has a plan of his own: to seduce his reluctant winter bride.

'Will Damaris's secrets destroy her chance at true happiness? Or can Freddy help her cast off the shackles of the past, and yield to delicious temptation?' (Publisher's blurb)

(Publication summary)

'Governess Abigail Chantry will do anything to save her sister and two dearest friends from destitution, even if it means breaking into an empty mansion in the hope of finding something to sell. Instead of treasures, though, she finds the owner, Lady Beatrice Davenham, bedridden and neglected. Appalled, Abby rousts Lady Beatrice's predatory servants and—with Lady Beatrice's eager cooperation—the four young ladies become her 'nieces,' neatly eliminating the threat of disaster for all concerned!

'It's the perfect situation, until Lady Beatrice's dashing and arrogant nephew, Max, Lord Davenham, returns from the Orient—and discovers an impostor running his household . . .

'A romantic entanglement was never the plan for these stubborn, passionate opponents—but falling in love may be as inevitable as the falling of autumn leaves . . .' (Publisher's blurb)

'Step up, Grant Farley…not your typical ballet student!

'Football pro Grant Farley is nursing an injury and needs to get back into shape fast. Ballet wouldn't be his first or even his last choice, but he's desperate. Enter tantalizingly prim teacher Jasmine Bell one disapproving arch of her eyebrow and Grant knows he'll enjoy getting her tutu in a flutter!

'But it's not only Grant's flexibility that Jasmine's pushing to the limit! He knows she feels the heat between them, so why won't she give in to it? Time to convince Jasmine that if she's brave enough to dance en pointe she can certainly handle a fling with him!' (Publication summary)

'Seduction in the Sand

'Speculation surrounding exiled rebel Prince Tahir Al'Ramiz has reached fever pitch! After being spotted causing mayhem in an exclusive Monte Carlo casino, Tahir decides to fly home for his brother's coronation. But when the remains of his helicopter are discovered, the worst is assumed... Until he comes back from the dead, with no explanation as to how he survived!

'Now a mysterious beauty has moved into the palace. Rumors of a pregnancy abound... Could it be that this notorious playboy prince's lost days in the desert camouflaged a secret affair?' (Publisher's blurb)

'Dominic Pirelli’s carefully ordered world falls apart when a female stranger phones with staggering news: an IVF clinic mix-up means she is carrying the baby that he and his late wife dreamed of having! Though he distrusts her motives, Dominic is determined to keep waiflike Angelina Cameron close. Taking her to his luxury home, the hardened tycoon reluctantly begins to admire Angie’s strength and gentle beauty. But when their baby is born, who will have custody of the Pirelli heir?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Alex...Thrill-seeker. Player. Champion. Driven to succeed, Alex's only desire is to win. A champion race-car driver, he lives like he drives - fast and reckless! But after a huge crash, his career faces ruin.

'Physio Libby Henderson is there to help him get back to fitness, and all Alex wants to do is get physical! Libby's dealt with more challenging things in life, but it's taking all of her professionalism to keep this playboy at bay!'

Source: Robyn Grady's website, http://robyngrady.com/
Sighted: 20/08/2012

'Lissa Sanderson hasn't seen her teenage crush, Blake Everett, since he left for the navy ten years ago. But she's not falling for his darkly brooding looks again. She's an independent woman now and determined to make it on her own - even if her world is about to crumble around her.

'Wounded in action, Blake's looking forward to recuperating in peace and solitude - until his old mate's little sister, all grown up and gorgeous and way too distracting, shatters his intentions.

'It's obvious Lissa needs help and he's the best man - the only man - for the job. She may be irresistibly sexy but as he discovers the honest, nurturing soul within, can he sail away again as easily as he thought?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'When danger lies in deception...

'Hiding from her past, Jenny Kent has been using the name Bella Rossini. This is the chance tycoon Dante Rossini has been waiting for....

'Holding her innocent deception against her, Dante forces Jenny to return with him to Capri. If she's pretending to be a Rossini, she'll have a public role to play - as well as the private arrangement Dante is ruthlessly demanding! (Publisher's blurb)

'Penniless in her pencil skirt... Desperate for a job, dancer Starr Merriday is forced to hang up her ballet shoes and accept a position as a P.A. in a new city - even if the last time she saw her new boss...she was naked in his bed! Her professional pumps and pencil skirt can't hide her top-to-toe blush when she remembers their blisteringly hot night together! But Starr won't let that suppress her sassy spirit - after all, unbuttoning her blouse is next on her boss's agenda. So she will switch on her out-of-office and go to a meeting - in the boss's bed!'

Source: Author's website www.nicolamarsh.com (Sighted 21/4/10)

Returning to her career as a nurse has been especially traumatic for Fleur Hadley – and then gorgeous new hospital consultant Mario Ruffini arrives on the scene. Little by little the Italian doctor is making everyone's lives easier, and after he learns of Fleur's struggles he becomes an unexpected friend.

As she grows closer to this passionate yet caring man, Fleur can't help feeling out of her league. She can't ignore the chemistry between them, or the fact that Mario is changing her world for the better. He could be her second chance at happiness, but is she ready for it…yet?

(Publication Summary)

'Three reasons to keep away from Cole Rees...

'1. My mum had a scorching affair with his dad - just think how awkward that 'meet the family' would be...

'2. His arrogance drives me mad - he might be gorgeous, but I hate how he knows it!

'3. Every time he touches me I go up in flames...and it's utterly terrifying. Come on, a fling with the man I love to hate? Like that would ever work out...'

Source: Publisher's blurb.