New Releases by Laura Martin

A young governess melts the heart of a brooding earl, only to be shocked by a scandalous proposition in this heartfelt historical romance. Arriving at the forbidding mansion on the Yorkshire moors, governess Selina Salinger is alarmed to find her new employer just as forbidding! Little is known about Lord Westcroft, who has newly inherited his estate and title—as well as the guardianship of his two orphaned nieces. But Selina soon discovers that the handsome earl’s aloof demeanor conceals a tender heart. As Lord Westcroft warms to Selina’s beauty and charms, their kisses make her dare to hope the ice around his heart is melting and a proposal could be a possibility. Instead he shocks her with a proposition so scandalous that no lady could ever accept!

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders and muscled Viking warriors? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! THE PASSIONS OF LORD TREVETHOW The Cornish Dukes by Bronwyn Scott (Regency) Cassian, Lord Trevethow, has a dilemma: conveniently wed reclusive Lady Penrose Prideaux or pursue the enchanting stranger he can’t forget. Then he discovers a shocking secret about his bride-to-be… THE BROODING EARL’S PROPOSITION by Laura Martin (Regency) After governess Selina arrives in Lord Westcroft’s home, his kisses make her hope for a proposal. Instead she receives a proposition so scandalous, a lady could never accept! MARRYING FOR LOVE OR MONEY? The Yelverton Marriages by Elizabeth Beacon (Regency) Darius Yelverton must marry an heiress to protect his family. After he meets spirited governess Felicity, he must make a choice—duty or love? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s March 2020 Box Set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

A Christmas miracle rescue! But dare she wish for more? A Scandalous Australian Bachelors story. Wrongfully convicted and transported to Australia, Alice Fillips is saved from public flogging by wealthy landowner George Fitzgerald. Working as a domestic servant at his farm feels worlds away from her old life. But as the connection between her and George boils over, she’s torn between her fear of trusting anyone…and the tantalizing glimpse of the fresh start this man could offer…

Stay snowed in this Christmas... ...with these three Regency short stories! After he broke her heart when he left for war, dare Lucy give Jack Gascoyne a second chance? Find out in Their Mistletoe Reunion by Christine Merrill. In Louise Allen’s novella, exiled into the countryside following scandal, Julia Chancellor finds herself Snowed in with the Rake! And in Christmas with the Major by Laura Martin, Lady Cecilia is hiding from her controlling guardian when she encounters Major Joseph Crawley...

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! SNOWBOUND SURRENDER by Christine Merrill, Louise Allen and Laura Martin (Regency) Delve into three Regency snowbound stories with a second chance, a redemption and a chance encounter, all in one festive volume. THE PRINCESS’S SECRET LONGING Princesses of the Alhambra by Carol Townend (Medieval) Craving escape from her father, and a family of her own, Princess Alba is spellbound when Lord Inigo rescues her. Could he realize all her dreams? SCANDALOUSLY WED TO THE CAPTAIN by Joanna Johnson (Regency) Grace Linwood’s employer, intent on seeing her protected, suggests she quickly weds her son, brooding Captain Spencer Dauntsey. But who is the man she’s to marry? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s November 2019 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

Goonies meets the humor and heart of Gordon Korman in this new adventure full of nonstop action and spot-on humor from the critically acclaimed author of Float. The McNeil family has always been professional hoaxers—tricking bystanders into believing they’re seeing legendary creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster. Unlike the rest of his family, twelve-year-old Grayson hates hoaxing and wants nothing to do with the business—even when the McNeils land a huge job and must pull off four sea monster hoaxes in a week. But when things go disastrously wrong and Dad and Gramps go missing, Grayson and his brother, Curtis, are the only people who can finish the job and save their family.

The Society lady And the return of her first love… Part of Scandalous Australian Bachelors. When widow Lady Francesca attends a masquerade ball, she’s shocked to meet Ben Crawford again. She’d loved him once, before her awful marriage, before he’d been transported to Australia as a convict. Ben is now a wealthy landowner, and his contempt of her burns almost as strong as their attraction. She knows he believes she betrayed him—so she must put the past right, before it’s too late… Scandalous Australian Bachelors miniseries Book 1 — Courting the Forbidden Debutante Book 2 — Reunited with His Long-Lost Cinderella Book 3 — coming soon! “She immerses readers in the world and scandals of the ton with realistic settings, authentic dialogue and twists and turns that keep the action moving.” — RT Book Reviews on An Earl to Save Her Reputation “Laura Martin has penned another winner.” — RT Book Reviews on An Earl to Save Her Reputation

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! REUNITED WITH HIS LONG-LOST CINDERELLA Scandalous Australian Bachelors by Laura Martin (Regency) Widow Lady Francesca is surprised to meet former love Ben Crawford at a ball. Now that he’s returned from Australia, their attraction burns brightly, and she’s determined to right the past before it’s too late! MISS FORTESCUE’S PROTECTOR IN PARIS Debutantes in Paris by Amanda McCabe (Victorian) When Emily Fortescue’s campaign for women’s rights lands her in trouble, old friend and spy Christopher Blakely comes to her rescue. Now she’s torn between safeguarding her bruised heart and their reigniting passion! BABY ON HIS HOLLYWOOD DOORSTEP Brides of the Roaring Twenties by Lauri Robinson (1920s) With the Chicago mob on her heels and her late best friend’s baby in her arms, Helen Hathaway hightails it to Hollywood. There she finds little Grace’s uncle, film producer Jack McCarney, and sparks fly… Look for Harlequin® Historical’s May 2019 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

“You’re my wife, Lucy.” His lost-and-found viscountess After a year of desperate searching, Lord Oliver Sedgewick has found his wife…in the slums of St. Giles. He can’t suppress his joy that Lucy is alive, despite his grief that their baby had not made it. With his viscountess home, the spark of passion burning with more intensity than ever, Oliver may not fully understand why she left, but surely their marriage has a chance of a happy future…? “Laura Martin has penned another winner. She immerses readers in the world and scandals of the ton with realistic settings, authentic dialogue and twists and turns that keep the action moving.” — RT Book Reviews on An Earl to Save Her Reputation “A sweet and passionate romance with a worthy couple well deserving of their happiness.” — Roses Are Blue on An Earl to Save Her Reputation

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! A TEXAS CHRISTMAS REUNION by Carol Arens (Western) Bad boy Trea Culverson returns, bringing excitement back into widow Juliette Lindor’s life. With the town against him, can Juliette show them and Trae that love is as powerful as any Christmas gift? A HEALER FOR THE HIGHLANDER A Highland Feuding by Terri Brisbin (Medieval) Famed healer Anna Mackenzie is moved by Davidh of Clan Cameron’s request to help his ailing son. But Anna has a secret that could jeopardize the growing heated passion between them… THE VISCOUNT’S RUNAWAY WIFE by Laura Martin (Regency) After many years, Lord Oliver Sedgewick finally finds his runaway wife, Lucy. The spark between them burns more Look for Harlequin® Historical’s November 2018 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

From the critically acclaimed author of the Edge of Extinction series comes this fast-paced, action-packed, and heartfelt adventure about a group of kids with uncontrollable abilities, perfect for fans of Gordon Korman, Lisa McMann, and Dan Gutman! Emerson can float…he just can’t do it very well. His uncontrollable floating is his RISK factor, which means that he deals with Reoccurring Incidents of the Strange Kind. The last place Emerson wants to be is at a government-mandated summer camp for RISK kids like him, so he’s shocked when he actually starts having fun at camp—and he even makes some new friends. But it’s not all canoeing and capture the flag at Camp Outlier. The summer of fun takes a serious turn when Emerson and his friends discover that one of their own is hiding a deadly secret that puts all of their lives in danger. It’s up to the Red Maple boys to save themselves—and everyone like them.

A convenient betrothal “It will save us both from scandal.” Widowed three times over, Lady Anna Fortescue is used to ignoring the wagging tongues of the ton. After finding herself in a compromising position with handsome bachelor Lord Harry Edgerton, to avoid scandal she ends up engaged again. The arrangement may be one of convenience, but as Anna finds herself unable to resist Harry’s charms, she realizes the betrothal may have its benefits…

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! A NIGHT OF SECRET SURRENDER Gentlemen of Honor by Sophia James (Regency) Celeste Fournier once gave her innocence to the man she loved. Years later, that same man, Major Summerley Shayborne, is in danger! Their reunion revives locked-away feelings, and now she’ll risk all to save him! AN EARL TO SAVE HER REPUTATION by Laura Martin (Regency) After being caught in a compromising position, Lord Harry Edgerton and Lady Anna Fortescue get engaged to prevent a scandal! Unable to resist Harry’s charms, Anna realizes the betrothal may have its benefits… A WARRINER TO SEDUCE HER The Wild Warriners by Virginia Heath (Regency) Meeting confirmed rake Jacob Warriner brings schoolmistress Felicity Blunt gloriously to life. Yet is Jacob merely a mischievous scoundrel, or is there much more to this Warriner than meets the eye? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s May 2018 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

Packed full of interactive activities, this print and digital Course Book pack has been developed directly with the IB to fully reflect all aspects of the new language acquisition syllabus, for first teaching in September 2018.

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The marquess’s fair lady Lord Alexander Whitemore would rather train racehorses than take unconventional but beguiling Lina Lock from gypsy dancer to perfect debutante. However, to win a wager, he’s willing to try! Lina is tired of fairs and fortune-telling. So when Alex’s unusual proposition comes just in time to get her out of hot water, she seizes the opportunity. Skeptical of the aristocracy, Lina must curb her rebellious instincts as she’s swept up into Alex’s world and the unexpected passion he awakens in her…

From baby bump to marriage vows! Rosa Rothwell knows her pregnancy is scandalous. She will do anything to protect her baby, even staging a daring escape from her family’s Italian home. Rosa has no idea what the future holds—until a handsome but infuriating stranger offers his help. Convinced his family is cursed, Lord Hunter believes he’s far better off alone. But the pregnant debutante’s sweet nature touches him deeply. Can he confront his demons at last, and give them both a new future…as husband and wife?

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! MARRYING HIS CINDERELLA COUNTESS by Louise Allen (Regency) The Earl of Hainford must escort plain housekeeper Ellie Lytton to her new home. When Blake realizes she needs protection, he''s determined to keep Ellie safe—by making her his countess! A RING FOR THE PREGNANT DEBUTANTE by Laura Martin (Regency) After Lord Hunter helps pregnant Rosa Rothwell flee her family home, can he confront his demons at last to give them both a new future…as husband and wife? THE GOVERNESS HEIRESS by Elizabeth Beacon (Regency) Heiress Eleanor Hancourt is posing as an ordinary governess when the new estate manager arrives. Little does she know, the arrogant, irresistible man is really the lord of the manor! Look for Harlequin® Historical''s August 2017 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

Perfect for fans of Jurassic Park and Jurassic World! Code Name Flood is the electrifying sequel to The Ark Plan, which School Library Journal praised by saying: “Nonstop action, marauding dinosaurs, and kids on the run: What’s not to like?” Last week, twelve-year-old Sky found a cryptic message from her dad, who mysteriously fled the safety of their underground compound five years ago. The note said the fate of the world depended on her going topside, to a lost world that’s ruled by dinosaurs. Today, after a treacherous journey through the wilderness, Sky and her friends have made it to their destination: Lake Michigan. There they discover a hidden underwater lab, and with the help of its scientists, Sky will finally learn the truth about her father’s secret mission. Tomorrow, it will be up to Sky and her friends to save humanity from the very edge of extinction. Readers who enjoy middle grade adventures by Brandon Mull and Rick Riordan will love this action-packed story, which takes the premise of Michael Crichton’s bestselling classic to a whole new level, envisioning a postapocalyptic future where cloned dinosaurs have taken over and the world’s only hope is one group of courageous kids.

For use in schools and libraries only. One hundred years ago the first dinosaurs were cloned and they replaced humans at the top of the food chain. Fifty years ago Sky Mundy''s father disappeared without a trace. Today, Sky has stumble upson a clue that points to the surface.

Harlequin® Historical brings you a collection of three new titles, available now! This box set includes: SURRENDER TO THE MARQUESS by Louise Allen (Regency) When Lady Sara Herriard''s husband dies, she decides it''s time for her to live as she pleases. She won''t change for anyone—and certainly not the infuriating Marquess of Cannock! Available via Reader Service and online: HEIRESS ON THE RUN by Laura Martin (Regency) Runaway heiress Amelia Eastway seeks shelter in an overgrown country estate, only to discover the owner—mysterious Sir Edward Gray—does not take kindly to trespassers… WALTZING WITH THE EARL by Catherine Tinley (Regency) The Earl of Shalford must marry to save his estate. He needs a wealthy bride, and fast! So why does his eye keep wandering to quiet, penniless Charlotte Wyncroft?

In this historical romance, a young woman embarks on a journey of discovery and desire when she accepts a job in the home of a handsome sheikh. Rachel Talbot has always dreamed of venturing to faraway lands. So when she’s offered a job as governess to the Sheikh of Huria’s children, it seems as if her dreams are finally coming true. But she is about to encounter a reality unlike anything she could have imagined . . . After arriving in Huria, Rachel discovers how infuriating Sheikh Malik can be! Yes, he’s the most handsome man she’s has ever seen, but he’s also autocratic and aloof. Until, that is, a night under the starry desert sky leads to a passionate kiss . . . And suddenly a whole new world of possibilities opens up to this intrepid governess!

Jurassic World meets Dawn of the Planet of the Apes in this epic new middle grade series full of heart-pounding action and breathtaking chills! \"Amazing adventures!\" raves Brightly.com as they recommend Edge of Extinction as a 2016 Holiday Gift for Tween Readers. One hundred and fifty years ago, the first dinosaurs were cloned. Soon after, they replaced humans at the top of the food chain. The only way to survive was to move into underground compounds. . . . Five years ago, Sky Mundy’s father vanished from North Compound without a trace. Now she has just stumbled on a clue that not only suggests his disappearance is just the tip of an even larger mystery, but also points directly to the surface. To find her dad—and possibly even save the world—Sky and her best friend, Shawn, must break out of their underground home and venture topside to a land reclaimed by nature and ruled by dinosaurs. Perfect for fans of Brandon Mull, Lisa McMann, and Rick Riordan, this exhilarating debut novel follows two courageous friends who must survive in a lost world that’s as dangerous as they’ve always feared but also unlike anything they could ever have imagined.

In this Regency-era romance, a nobleman proposes marriage a convenience for financial reasons, then discovers the wife he is falling for is penniless. The Earl of Burwell needs a wife! The woman who broke Daniel’s heart has been blackmailing him, so to protect his son from the horrors of illegitimacy, he must find a rich bride . . . Temporarily posing as her heiress cousin, plain, poor orphan Lizzie Eastway knows her popularity is due only to her supposed dowry—no one could ever love the real her. And disclosing her true identity seems heartbreakingly impossible when Lizzie sees the spark of genuine desire in dashing Lord Burwell’s eyes!

Harlequin® Historical brings you three new REGENCY titles for one great price, available now! This box set includes: THE SECRETS OF WISCOMBE CHASE (Regency) by Christine Merrill Lillian has endured so much to protect her son. Now, when her war-hero husband, Gerald, returns, she faces revealing terrible secrets, along with a bewitching attraction… AN EARL IN WANT OF A WIFE (Regency) by Laura Martin Posing as her heiress cousin, plain, poor orphan Lizzie Eastway is certain no one could ever love the real her. That is, until she sees the desire in Lord Burwell''s eyes… LORD CRAYLE''S SECRET WORLD (Regency) by Lara Temple One look into Lord Crayle''s icy gray eyes and Miss Sari Trevor knows she''s out of her depth. Can she accept this earl''s mysterious offer of employment? Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Historical!

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In this historical romance, a young woman’s expedition to find an Ancient Egyptian tomb leads her to a passion for the ages. As the daughter of a famous Egyptologist, Emma Knight has always wanted to see the Egyptian desert for herself. And after suffering the betrayal of a dishonest suitor, she is finally; pursuing her dream. With her father’s ancient map to guide her, Emma hopes to locate a legendary undiscovered tomb. Though Emma needs is a guide to fulfil her quest, treasure hunter Sebastian Oakfield is the last person she would choose! He’s charming, he’s arrogant and his roguish grin makes Emma want to throw caution to the wind. But as they venture deeper into Egypt’s untamed land, Emma is tempted to throw caution to the desert wind . . .

Under A Desert Moon -- Laura Martin Emma Knight has longed to realise her dream of travelling to the Egyptian desert. She''ll use her father''s ancient map and locate an undiscovered tomb. To do this, she must avoid all men, especially charming ones -- they''re the most dangerous! Emma needs a guide to fulfil her quest, but treasure hunter Sebastian Oakfield is the last person she would choose! He''s charming, he''s arrogant and his roguish grin makes Emma want to throw caution to the wind. Maybe one night of pure indulgence should be put on her wish list after all! The Captain''s Frozen Dream -- Georgie Lee Trapped in the Arctic ice, intrepid explorer Captain Conrad Essington stayed alive with thoughts of his fiancée, Katie Vickers. Finally home, he''s ready to take her in his arms and kiss away the nightmares of that winter. Except the last eighteen months haven''t been plain sailing for Katie either. With Conrad believed dead and her reputation in tatters, Katie had relinquished hope of her fiancé ever returning to save her. Now he''s back, could the dreams they''d both put on hold at last come true?

From the darkest of shadows… After a year wrongfully imprisoned in an asylum, Louisa Turnhill can''t believe it when Robert, Lord Fleetwood, arrives to rescue her. As her new guardian, he''s there to take Louisa to his London town house—and a different life. …to the dazzling swirl of the ton Thrust into an unknown world of debutantes and balls, Louisa starts to put her trust in Robert. But his life is tainted with darkness, too. With society''s eyes upon them, will they ever be able to shake off the secrets that once lurked behind locked doors?

Six years ago, Lean-Luc Manoire had walked out on Rachel Shaw without so much as a backward glance. She had never forgiven him. But now he was back and offering to help her out. She''d inherited a large, run-down house, and the only thing that could save it from ruin was a lot of money—and Jean-Luc certainly had that! With his financial aid and her business expertise they''d make the perfect team—just as long as the millionaire understood that being a sleeping partner did not give him access to her bed!