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A funny, heartwarming Regency romance. A convenient arrangement… …a complicated attraction Jane Ashworth dreams of being an author, yet Society insists she become a debutante—so play the game she must! Jane finds an unlikely ally in notorious rake Tom Stewart. As a new guardian to his nephew, Tom is out of his depth and intent on remaining a bachelor. They agree to fool society with a pretend courtship, but both are unprepared when the lines of their agreement start to become blurred… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Matchmade Marriages Book 1: The Marquess Meets His Match Book 2: A Pretend Match for the Viscount Book 3: A Match to Fool Society

In celebration of Harlequin’s 75th year, we bring you A Season of Celebration! Surrender to the emotion and passion that begins with an unforgettable Midsummer ball! One impulsive kiss… His countess for life! Desperate to step into Society just once before she’s forced into an unhappy marriage, Alice sneaks into a masquerade ball…only to catch a dashing stranger’s eye! He’s also determined to be distracted from his troubles, and Alice can’t resist ending their enchanting evening with a kiss. But the next day, when he comes to warn her that their encounter was observed, she learns he’s the Earl of Northumberland…and the only way to save her reputation is to become his convenient countess! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. A Season of Celebration Book 1: How Not to Propose to a Duke by Louise Allen Book 2: Wed in Haste to the Duke by Sarah Mallory Book 3: The Kiss That Made Her Countess by Laura Martin

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!

Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: A HOUSEMAID TO REDEEM HIM by Laura Martin (Regency) Exiled gentleman Richard Digby has only returned home to check on his ailing father. Keeping his distance from intriguing housemaid Rose while they’re living in such close quarters is a challenge he didn’t foresee! A PROPOSAL TO PROTECT HIS LADY by Elizabeth Beacon (Regency) Max has done everything he can to forget about his first love, Georgia. Now, five years after she wed another man, widowed Georgia is standing outside Max’s home, in desperate need of a convenient marriage! THE VIKING AND THE RUNAWAY EMPRESS by Sarah Rodi (Viking) Viking guard Destin is tasked with delivering the Emperor’s runaway bride-to-be, the fiery Livia, to Constantinople. But the closer they become on their journey, the harder it will be for him to hand her over…

"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 and muscled Viking warriors? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This box set includes: THE HIGHLANDER’S INCONVENIENT BRIDE A Highland Feuding by Terri Brisbin (Medieval) Future chieftain Robbie Cameron must marry his elusive enemy, Sheena MacLerie, to strengthen their clans’ alliance. Uncovering her secrets means earning her trust—but it also ignites a simmering passion! FALLING FOR HIS PRACTICAL WIFE The Ashburton Reunion by Laura Martin (Regency) Leo Ashburton needs a bride to claim his inheritance—one who accepts he cannot offer love. Reclusive Annabelle Hummingford is perfect…until she blossoms into a mesmerizing woman Leo must resist falling for! ENTHRALLED BY HER ENEMY’S KISS by Helen Dickson (Georgian) Their families have been feuding for years, yet Jane desperately needs Lord Francis Randolph’s help! As they reluctantly gravitate toward one another, Jane can’t help being drawn to Francis’s forbidden touch… Look for Harlequin® Historical’s August 2021 Box Set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

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!

Harlequin Historical brings you a captivating trio of new Regency romances in one collection! This boxset includes: THE TROUBLE WITH THE DARING GOVERNESS by Annie Burrows (Regency) Governess Rosalind is hired by Michael, the new Marquess of Caldicot, to guide his ward — a just-launched debutante. But Rosalind takes her role a little too seriously when she accidentally knocks one of her charge''s disreputable suitors off a balcony! Former soldier Michael steps in to help captivating Rosalind — though from the sounds of his groaning, the scoundrel is just fine, unfortunately! Yet she''s wary of trusting any man — least of all her employer. Anyway, why does he care so much...when she''s hardly a suitable match for a marquess? ONE WALTZ WITH THE DARING VISCOUNT A Cinderella Shepherd Sisters Story by Laura Martin (Regency) Nothing will stop destitute Miss Sarah searching for her sister — even breaking into an exclusive ball in London! Fortunately, sneaking in through the window lands her in the arms of a dashing viscount! Henry''s tedious evening among the ton becomes a lot more interesting when he decides to assist Sarah. His title might weigh heavy on his shoulders, but it can open doors. Yet time spent with the very unsuitable Sarah, when he''s meant to be securing a suitable bride, soon finds them on the brink of scandal! WHEN CINDERELLA MET THE DUKE by Sophia Williams (Regency) Once upon a time, assisted by her mischievous godmother, governess Anna Blake attended the ball of the season disguised as a lady...and found herself dancing with the charming Duke of Amscott! The duke found the mysterious lady more alluring than the marriage mart debutantes being thrown in his path.But their enchanted evening ended when the clock struck midnight... Now, as societal pressure mounts for the duke to choose his bride, he searches for his runaway dance partner instead! But will the discovery of her deception — and her station — mean she''ll never become his Cinderella duchess?

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!

Enjoy this flirtation with the forbidden A position too good to refuse… A desire too strong to deny! After being abandoned at the altar, housekeeper Kate Winters has finally found peace working at a grand house. Until her new employer, Lord Henderson, unexpectedly returns, resolved to sell his estate. Determined to remind the brooding earl of the beauty of his home, Kate’s discovering the allure of the man behind the title. Scarred by her past, dare Kate risk her future by surrendering to this forbidden attraction? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: THE HOUSEKEEPER’S FORBIDDEN EARL by Laura Martin (Regency) Kate’s finally found peace working in a grand house, until her new employer, Lord Henderson, returns. Soon, it’s not just the allure of the home that Kate’s falling for…but its owner, too! THE VISCOUNT’S DARING MISS by Lotte R. James (1830s) When groom Roberta “Bobby” Kinsley comes face-to-face with her horse racing opponent—infuriatingly charismatic Viscount Hayes—it’s clear that it won’t just be the competition that has her heart racing! A KNIGHT FOR THE DEFIANT LADY Convent Brides by Carol Townend (Medieval) Attraction sparks when Sir Leon retrieves brave, beautiful Lady Allis from a convent and they journey back to her castle. Only for Allis’s father to demand she marry a nobleman!

An earl proposes a convenient engagement to save a beautiful widow from scandal and falls for his temporary bride in this Regency romance. 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 and muscled Viking warriors? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This box set includes: REVEALING THE TRUE MISS STANSFIELD The Rebellious Sisterhood By Bronwyn Scott (Regency) Inspector Hazard Manning’s search for an art forger leads him to Kent, where his guide, Addy Stansfield, is a beguiling distraction… But might she unwittingly be the very person he’s been sent to unmask? FLIRTING WITH HIS FORBIDDEN LADY The Ashburton Reunion By Laura Martin (Regency) Joshua Ashburton returns from India and heads directly to his brother’s ball, where he’s captivated by Lady Elizabeth’s vitality and spark. Until he learns she’s all but engaged to his brother! THE WARRIOR’S INNOCENT CAPTIVE The House of Leofric By Ella Matthews (Medieval) Steward Erik Ward finally has noblewoman Linota Leofric in his arms after rescuing the kidnapped beauty. But their attraction risks his secret plan to reunite his family, forcing him to choose between duty and love… Look for Harlequin® Historical’s April 2021 Box Set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

b” i"I would very much like to make love to you!" How dared Travis Steele make such a suggestion to his nephew''s teacher, of all people? Travis was irresistible to most women, yet Simone Walker was determined to fight the attraction she felt for him. She''d been hurt once before by this handsome man and didn''t want to repeat the experience. But suddenly the past no longer seemed important as Simone found herself unable to resist Travis''s undoubted charms. Was she wrong to trust her foolish heart and fall in love with him all over again?

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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!

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 DUKE IN NEED OF A WIFE by Annie Burrows (Regency) Practical Oliver, Duke of Theakstone, needs a wife who will accept his secret illegitimate child. But when he meets Miss Sophia Underwood, there’s nothing practical about his attraction to her! HIS THREE-DAY DUCHESS The Sommersby Brides by Laurie Benson (Regency) When the Dowager Duchess of Skeffington is robbed, newly inherited duke Simon Alexander must help her find the thief. Traveling together would attract too much gossip…unless they pose as husband and wife! COURTING THE FORBIDDEN DEBUTANTE Scandalous Australian Bachelors by Laura Martin (Regency) When Sam Robertson returns to London, vengeance is high on his agenda. But upon meeting Lady Georgina, his plan is thrown into disarray. Is his hunger for her stronger than his thirst for retribution? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s February 2019 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

One woman learns her lesson in this captivating Regency romance: When love is real, it''s dangerous to pretend it isn''t. Caroline Yaxley has always been in love with her best friend, James Dunstable, Duke of Heydon. After years of waiting for him, she''s finally admitted defeat and decided to find a husband. James suggests she practice her nonexistent flirtation skills on him, which seems like a good idea—until she must pull away to avoid a shattered heart. Their pretend attraction has begun to feel alarmingly real! "An easy, enjoyable read that is sure to appeal to anyone looking for a gently moving friends-to-lovers romance." — All About Romance