Harlequin Historical

33 primary works • 36 total works

The Earl's Untouched Bride

by Annie Burrows

Published 1 January 2009

Fearing a forced betrothal with a man known for his cruelty, Heloise Bergeron throws herself on the mercy of Charles Fawley, Earl of Walton.

He believes himself attracted to her younger, beautiful sister, so what is he doing entertaining thoughts of marriage to the plain, quiet Heloise?

But marry her he does. Returning to England with a convenient wife, who inspires a very inconvenient desire, Charles is about to discover just how untouched his French bride really is....

From Waif to Gentleman's Wife

by Julia Justiss

Published 1 January 2009

"When a destitute governess faints on Sir Edward Greave's threshold, chivalry demands that he offer her temporary shelter. However, the desire Ned feels when he catches her in his arms isn't all that gentlemanly.... With her large, troubled eyes and slender frame, Joanna Merrill calls to something deep inside this guarded man. For one who has purposely shunned the conniving beauties of London society, just how much is Ned risking by having this intriguing woman under his roof....?"--p. [4] of cover.

The Smuggler And The Society Bride

by Julia Justiss

Published 1 January 2010

By Julia Justiss

Lady Honoria Carlow, leading Diamond of the Ton, daughter of the Earl of Narborough, was in disgrace. Her spirited nature had led her too far this time. And she was – in reputation at least – ruined. And it seemed, even on the storm-tossed coast of Cornwall, she was not free of temptation. Gabriel Hawksworth may be a gentleman by birth, but a smuggler was unlikely to rescue a Lady from scandal. Indeed Honoria began to suspect just the opposite – trouble!

The Viscount And The Virgin

by Annie Burrows

Published 1 January 2010

"I am not at all the kind of girl a future earl ought to marry. "

Imogen Hebden knew she was no Diamond of the Ton. A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she - at four and twenty with no town bronze - hope to catch? And then she had her proposal!

Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry - particularly when it came to producing an heir. . .

A Rake By Midnight

by Gail Ranstrom

Published 28 September 2010

James Hunter cannot forget the night he rescued Eugenia O'Rourke from a terrifying ordeal-- how she felt in his arms, warm and vulnerable. Now working in the Home Office by day, he doesn't find it difficult to assume the role of her rake protector by night. Gina is painfully aware that James witnessed her deepest humiliation. Her biggest fear was her captor's return, but as midnight strikes she's more afraid of being the object of James's pity. But pity is not what James feels.

A Countess by Christmas

by Annie Burrows

Published 1 January 2010

Society's Most Disreputable Gentleman

by Julia Justiss

Published 1 January 2011

IS ONE NIGHT WITH AN INFAMOUS RAKE WORTH THE RISK?

Wounded in action courageously fighting pirates, the notorious Greville Anders returns to society with neither the dress nor the conduct considered proper for a gentleman. Even more scandalous is the fact that well-brought-up debutante Amanda Neville finds this rogue irresistibly tempting...

It was her mama's last wish that her beautiful daughter should have a glittering London Season, shine on society's stage and marry a lord... But now Amanda's greatest desire is just one more secret rendezvous - with the most disreputable man in town!

His Enemy's Daughter

by Terri Brisbin

Published 1 January 2011

"Once overwhelmingly irresistible to women, Soren Fitzrobert's life was changed forever by a brutal wound. Now Soren has come to wreak revenge by claiming his enemy's daughter. Left temporarily blind by his invasion, innocent Sybilla trembles before the scarred barbarian. But it's not entirely out of fear ... Forced into marriage, Sybilla must surrender to Soren's seduction, one sense at a time. And Soren is drawn evermore to the woman he intended only to use"--Publisher.

Never Trust A Rake

by Annie Burrows

Published 1 January 2013

RUMOUR HAS IT THAT THE EARL OF DEBEN, THE MOST NOTORIOUS RAKE IN LONDON AND IN NEED OF AN HEIR, HAS SET ASIDE HIS PENCHANT FOR MARRIED MISTRESSES AND TURNED HIS SKILLED HAND TO SEDUCING INNOCENTS! But if Lord Deben expects Henrietta Gibson to respond to the click of his fingers he's got another think coming. For she knows perfectly well why she should avoid gentlemen of his bad repute: 1. One touch of his lips and he'll ruin her for every other man. 2. One glide of his skilful fingers to the neckline of her dress will leave her molten in his arms. 3. And if even one in a thousand rumours is true, it's enough for her to know she can never, ever trust a rake...

At The Highlander's Mercy

by Terri Brisbin

Published 1 January 2013

CAPTIVE OF THE CLAN To regain control of his fractured clan Robert Matheson must take Lilidh MacLerie hostage as a bargaining tool. But Lilidh is no ordinary captive. She's the woman he once loved - and rejected! Rob's touch is etched permanently into her memory and, unaware that he was forced to repudiate their love, Lilidh has never forgotten the man who broke her heart all those years ago. Now, looking into the eyes of her captor, she no longer recognises this fearsome leader. She should be afraid - there's no telling what he will do. But something about him both excites and unnerves her in equal measure...

Reforming The Viscount

by Annie Burrows

Published 1 January 2013

Viscount Rothersthorpe can't tear his eyes from Lydia Morgan any more than he can calm the raging fury coursing through his veins. Is there no end to the irony? Come to town to find a wife, only to be taunted by the past? Furtive glances across the ballroom are not helping to ease Lydia's state of shock - the man who once uttered a marriage proposal as one might remark upon the weather has returned. But when he stuns her with a second, outrageous but now wickedly delicious proposal, it is clear that despite the rumours the rake from her past has not reformed!

Lord Havelock's List

by Annie Burrows

Published 1 January 2014

Lord Havelock is in need of a wife. But with no time for a society wedding and no stomach for girlish fripperies his options are limited. So, with help from his friends, he draws up a list of qualities he does desire in a wife...
When orphaned Mary Carpenter discovers her handsome new husband's list she's hurt - and incensed. If he thinks she'll sit meekly by, be 'compliant' and 'a mouse', he's got another think coming! Is it perhaps time for Mary to make a list of her own, and change the rules of their relationship for ever...?

The Rake to Rescue Her

by Julia Justiss

Published 1 January 2015

HE’S NEVER FORGOTTEN HER. BUT CAN HE FORGIVE HER?

When Alastair Ransleigh sees Diana, Duchess of Graveston, for the first time since she jilted him, he makes her a shockingly insulting offer… the chance to become his mistress. And, even more shockingly, she accepts!

But the widowed Duchess is nothing like the bold, passionate girl Alastair once loved. Years of suffering at the hands of a cruel husband have taken their toll.

And as Alastair resolves to save Diana from the damage of the past their chance meeting turns feelings of revenge to thoughts of rescue…

Ransleigh Rogues: where these notorious rakes go, scandal always follows…

The Scandal Of The Season

by Annie Burrows

Published 23 January 2020

Her name is ruined...
But her heart is untouched!

Having saved Cassandra Furnival from scandal once before, Colonel Nathaniel Fairfax shouldn't be surprised that she's now attempting to lay siege to the Ton's eligible bachelors! Determined to thwart her plans, he's as astounded by her defiance as by her beauty. But nothing shocks this jaded soldier more than discovering her innocence. And restoring her reputation is set to bring about the scandal of the season!

The Tempting Of The Governess

by Julia Justiss

Published 20 February 2020

His new governess...
...is getting under his skin!

Part of The Cinderella Spinsters. Infuriating, impertinent... Just some of the words Colonel Hugh Glendenning might use to describe Miss Olivia Overton! She's insisting he spends time with his orphaned wards - which has forced him to admit he's been keeping the world at arm's length since losing his wife and baby son. And that's not all that's disturbing him... It's the new temptation Olivia's sparking in him to live again - with her!

The Awakening Of Miss Henley

by Julia Justiss

Published 19 September 2019

After five Seasons…

She was still on the shelf!

Part of The Cinderella Spinsters. Miss Emma Henley knows she’s neither pretty nor rich enough to land a husband. Instead she’s thrown her passion into good causes. But this Season she’s tempted by a flirtation with Lord Theo. The dashing rake is just as determined to stay unwed as she is. It’s scandalous… But if she’s never to marry perhaps he can show her the pleasures of the marriage bed!