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Capturing a Nobleman's Heart
Destiny Turner has just moved to England from America with her mother and British father. Determined that she will find a husband of noble birth and outstanding character, she is met with surprises when it turns out that the culture around her is not what she expected at all... Will she manage to capture the heart of the man who stole hers? Or will the criticizing ton make sure she never calls England home?
Sir Samuel Moore is a man who loves worldly fun and has no desire to settle himself. But when his father has had enough of the games, Samuel finds himself with a demanding deadline to make a match. When his time is running out, a young lady with American origins will appear out of nowhere into his life and will turn his world upside down. But will he succeed in going against all odds, winning her interest and, eventually, her love?
As the gossip and pride of society collide, Destiny and Samuel find themselves wondering how they could possibly find happiness. Will they find a way to lean on one another when they need it the most? Will their love overcome the unexpected hurdles on their way?
A Beauty Hidden in their Hearts
Hermione lives with her father, and although they sometimes struggle to make ends meet, she has taught herself to be content with her life. She doesn't mind that she has no friends in town or that there are vicious rumors about her. She does, however, wonder if she will ever be truly happy and find real love. When she is unexpectedly invited to marry a Lord she has never met, she can't help but wonder whether she could find her other half by his side. But can she really trust her mysterious husband-to-be? Or is there a secret hiding behind his choice to marry a woman of humble origin?
Lord Fisher has spent the last few years holed up in his manor house, away from prying eyes. Although his heart is made of gold, he feels that his soul and his face are not fit for the world outside... He tries his best to manage the lands his father left him and find a purpose in life, until he decides it's finally his time to get married. In despair, he sends his secretary to find someone eligible, but never would he expect to find a lady with a good heart and a strong mind to accept his proposal. But can this delicate woman bear his well-kept secret? Or will she flee taking away his last hope to experience genuine affection?
True love knows no bounds, but Hermione and Lord Fisher are condemned to find many obstacles between them. Will she discover a way to help him cure his trauma, and change his heart? And will he trust her, even when things seem to be falling apart?
The Secret Path to a Lady's Heart
When Lady Eleanor Cross gets betrothed to a man she doesn’t love, she feels condemned to live a rather dull life. But when she gets the dramatic news that he is lost in the unknown of the ocean, sadness cannot surpass the hope that is born into her heart; the dream that she might finally find a chance to marry for love and live with the independence she craves. Her hopes will be soon crashed when the deceased’s brother appears out of nowhere, asking for her hand in marriage. Eleanor seems to have no choice, once again. Will she choose to accept her fate or will she find the courage to show what lies deeper in her heart?
Michael Hemsworth is a man loyal to his family. However, tragedy strikes when his father and brother perish dramatically in a shipwreck. Michael finds himself in a terrible position which makes him come up with an offer: to take his deceased brother’s position and, inevitably, get married to his promised wife. Even though this seems like a way to straighten things out, deep inside he knows well that his intentions aren’t as altruistic as they might look... How far could he go in order to keep family secrets hidden so as to protect his name and the ones he cares for?
Michael and Eleanor were united by fate and now they have to learn how to share their lives together. But when unprecedented feelings start rising, untold secrets will threaten to drive them apart forever. Will their marriage eventually grow to mean something more? Will Michael manage to finally find the path that leads to Eleanor’s heart?
Surrendering to Her Enigmatic Eyes
A lady who must give up her beloved ancestral home. A man who must leave his home, to confront the shadows from his past. A terrible accident brings them together…but will it also tear them apart?
Lady Caroline Finch finds herself in turmoil after losing her beloved father. However, she is about to find out that this is not her only problem... She will soon discover that her father has left behind startling news: Honeyfield Manor, the grand country estate where she lived all her life, has been left to a stranger, the son of an old friend of the Earls’. While she’s waiting for the heir’s arrival, an unknown man appears uninvited in her home, claiming that the heir is gone. Can she really trust the courageous, charming stranger? Or will her attraction to him end up being her weakness?
Matthew Grove has recently lost his mother. He has no other choice than starting anew in London, penniless and bitter. Although his initial intention is to attend to a new business, a meeting with a gentleman and a coach accident leads him to an entirely different direction. Matthew will be bound to deliver terrible news to a lady he has never met. And even though he knows that he should never dare to dream that a fine lady like her could ever consider him a suitor, his feelings for his new mistress will grow day by day. Can these two heal their wounded hearts, together, in spite of the divide in class and wealth?
A terrible accident has brought Caroline and Matthew together, but when fate brings another shocking twist, it seems that they are destined to be apart. Can Matthew protect Caroline from the new threat in her life, solve the mystery, and expose the truth? Or will he be forced to leave the lady of Honeyfield Manor to her fate…forever?
A Dreamy Match Made in Heaven
Lady Sophia Hastings gets her heart broken when she learns that her betrothed has run off with another. Turning to the most successful Matchmaker of London, she is shocked to be paired with the very man she used to love once upon a time. Overwhelmed by the path that her heart has been on, she realises she has to make a critical decision. Will she let her anger prevail or will she listen to what the man who once abandoned her has to say? Could she really forget about her lost love by finding a new one, or is it impossible for her heart to overlook how she once felt?
Thomas Gregory is an Officer in the army, but after a tour of service, he has decided to retire. After getting back to his estate, he is inevitably overcome by the memories of a long lost love. Tired of being haunted by his painful past, he decides to obey society's rules and turn to a London matchmaker in order to make a satisfactory match. But how will his heart react when the lady who once betrayed him will be chosen as the perfect match? Will he dare to give love a second chance?
When past bitterness and hurt arises, Sophia and Thomas cannot pretend that love was ever easy. Will they be able to overcome the wounds of the past? Or will the chance of finding another match be too tempting to resist?
The Precious Secret of a Loving Governess
Victoria Jamison is a woman who knows the benefits of wealth and society. However, after her family’s fall from grace, she is forced to find work as a governess. When she is hired by a charming Earl, she strives to win his daughter’s affinity, but she is soon to find herself in a terrible position, after making an unpleasant discovery. Will she choose to keep the secret to herself despite what her heart commands? Or will she let a lie destroy any chance she has for happiness and love?
Reginald Fairfax, the Earl of Hanover, is haunted by the death of his late wife and the engagement to a woman he does not love. When the new governess he has hired for his daughter appears, he is stunned by her beauty. Getting to know her better, he will get captivated by her kindness, but the reality is harsh and will not allow his feelings to bloom. Will he eventually choose society’s rules and let his heart down? Or will he find the courage to admit something he has been denying all this time: that he is in love?
When their paths cross, Victoria realises that her secret is so strong that could bring them together or separate them forever. Will their love overcome society’s expectations? Or will they back down to a dull life, far away from each other?
The Curious Story of the Missing Lady
On her wedding night, Lady Madeline Whitcombe is abducted by a terrifying stranger. After being brought to a house deep in the middle of a dark forest, she will find out she is being held captive by a malicious woman, who is willing to go to great lengths for revenge… But when a charming heir gets lost in the woods, the hopes of her rescue come alive. Will he manage to read between the lines and understand what a great danger she is into? And if so, will he dare risk even his life to save her?
Lord Peter Lytton is the future Duke; a title he doesn’t really crave. His father’s urge to find a woman to marry doesn’t really appeal to him, while he prefers chasing new adventures riding his horse, feeling free and untamed. He will have to reconsider his beliefs though, when he meets an enigmatic maid in a hidden house deep in the woods, with a peculiar aristocratic behaviour. Will he solve the mystery behind her desperate glance and keep her from landing herself in harm’s way once again?
Fate brings Peter in Madeline’s life but she will have to inevitably leave his side sooner than she expected. Madeline is already betrothed to another man and her rescue is just the beginning... When the situation gets more and more complicated, she will have to choose. Will she reconcile with her former fiance or will she listen to her heart telling her there is something dreamy in her chemistry with her saviour she just can’t neglect?
A Lady's Fairytale Come True
Olivia Digby has always lived a simple life, without much concern for society’s rules. She grew up uncertain of the existence of true love and has always wondered if she would ever meet her own Prince Charming. But everything changed when a wealthy heiress mysteriously calls her to her mansion with a unique request... Will Olivia give a chance to the old Lady’s impolite grandson and let him show her his real self? Or will she be discouraged by their differences?
Nathaniel Norton is a young Earl, who is more interested in studying medicine than marrying a girl of good family and class. Especially after the loss of his beloved father, any plan to pursue love is aborted. When he hears his grandmother’s plan to unite him in courtship with a young woman he has never heard of, he will not sit by. But what if that lady turns out to be different from all the others he had met before?
Olivia and Nathaniel will have a chance to approach each other and start feeling beautiful things they never thought they would. But when a long-kept secret is revealed, will their emotions be strong enough to handle it? Or will their class differences eventually stand in their way?
The Lord who Captured Her Innocent Heart
Lady Ella Chesterton has always ached with love for her childhood best friend. To her eye, he seems like the perfect match, so she is secretly dreaming of living a wonderful life by his side. But when he returns to London, Ella's world is about to crash down once he announces his engagement with her older sister. Crafting a plan to prove how incompatible the prospective couple is, seems like the only promising option left. But when she finds the right partner for her plan, will she manage to distinguish a child crash from deep true love?
Lord Peter Holloway is brash and occasionally arrogant, sizzling with artistic promise. But just before he drudges up the courage to confess his romantic feelings to the woman he's loved for years, he learns about her wretched engagement with his dull cousin. The idea of showing them how miserable their lives will be together seems like a bright one. Soon enough, he finds just the right person to help him: an enchanting lady who agrees to support his plot. But what if she eventually turns out to be one to shake his world and touch his heart?
Over the course of their scheme, Ella and Peter end up learning far more about themselves and one another than they could have possibly dreamt. And as their desire to make their initial plan succeed fades, will they be brave enough to face the truth and take the leap to real love?
A Guardian Angel for the Lonely Lady
Alicia didn't really believe life had great thrills for her. She had always lived in the simplest way and no such thing as true love existed in her mind. Even with her upcoming marriage, she expects nothing more than safety and security. But when she falls victim of a robbery attack and gets rescued by the most handsome man she has ever seen, things change dramatically… When she gets closer and closer to her savior, how is she going to deal with her unprecedented feelings?
After Duncan lost his wife, there was no more happiness for him in this world. And just when he had abandoned any hope of finding true love, fate proved him wrong. He could never expect that the beautiful woman he was about to save from an attack could be the one to make his heart flutter again. But what will he do when Alicia's fiance shows up under his roof? Will he back down once again and let the only chance of loving again fly away?
Sometimes things are not what they appear to be and even a seemingly random robbery may be darker than it looks... What will Alicia choose in a situation like this, and how far is Duncan willing to go in order to prove that he is not there just to save her life, but to capture her heart as well?
The Rebirth of a Peculiar Lady
Lady Catherine Connelly is a girl different from the others: courageous, confident, assertive. But not even the ones closest to her would ever call her a conventional beauty; a title she wouldn't crave either way. All until the pressure of Society and her parents will imperatively start demanding that she compromises with the standards a typical debutant of her age should follow. Soon enough she finds herself trapped, away from London, with an obstinate aunt, aching for the comforts of home.
Oliver Garrison has experienced unique moments alongside Catherine, as her brothers' best friend. When she leaves London without letting him know, the only way they could communicate with each other are the countless letters they exchange. But when she returns, there is something changed in her... How will he deal with feelings of jealousy when his childhood friend will now be approached by every eligible bachelor, even by a despicable Duke? Will he dare to even risk his reputation in order to save her?
Catherine finds herself in the midst of a budding war, unsure of how she should proceed. Should she uphold her parents' wishes and marry for title and position? Or should she listen to Oliver's advice to ignore other people's opinion and just follow her heart?
Dancing with an Enigmatic Duke
When Emmeline was summoned to London by her brother, the Earl of Pentworth, she never expected that she would have to fight for her right to choose her own match. She quickly realizes that he is willing to sell her off to the first man who offers. She knows she has to act fast! The answer to her problems comes when she makes an elaborate plan with her brother’s closest friend to pretend to be courting. Having the future Duke interested in her will certainly make her more attractive to other potential suitors.
Lord Nash Torrington is beset by matches that his mother insists are splendid, but all he really wants is to focus on his business endeavors. However, it is obvious that his mother will not be satisfied until Nash is properly married off whether he likes it or not. When his best friend’s beguiling sister arrives in London, Nash sees a golden opportunity that might just solve both of their problems. Things don’t always go according to plan though and he finds himself surprisingly stricken with Emmeline’s wit and unique beauty.
Waltzing across ballroom after ballroom together, Emmeline and Nash will quickly find it hard to believe their courtship is a scheme. Will they be able to make their dreams come true and marry for love?
The Secret Plan for a Lady's Liberation
Lady Charlotte Grand is a wildly intelligent young girl, on the brink of crafting a beautiful life. But there’s just one problem: her parents have agreed to marry her off to a two-faced, arrogant Lord. Since everyone but her seems to be blind to his deceit, she decides to concoct a plan to prove his evil ways. But little did she know, when she traveled to London with her family, that she was about to meet an exciting man, capable of stealing her heart. Will she manage to focus on her mission or will she surrender to her feelings?
Handsome Lord Ewan Conrad is a man of incredible title and status. Despite his wealth, he’s building an importing and exporting business that sends him traveling around different cities and countries.
He’s in it for the adventure, even though gossip swirls around him. But when he returns home in London, he’s struck with the beauty and charm of a young Lady. Will he dare to aim at her heart or will the secrets she seems to carry get him away from her?
Soon enough, the heroes are about to find themselves in a whirlwind of gossip, anger and betrayal. Will Charlotte find a way to escape from the terror of the deceitful Lord? And will Ewan and Charlotte find in one another a true soul mate, despite all odds?
The Light in the Duke's Shadow
Lady Elizabeth Byrd is a young clever woman. The future seems bright for her until the people she felt closest to are about to ruin everything. Disgraced by a situation she never intended to be a part of and hidden from society, she starts ghostwriting political analyses. But she was never prepared for the Lord who would ask for her help. Will she risk and accept the challenging deal he suggests or will she condemn herself once more to an inglorious anonymous life?
Lord Linfield is handsome, intelligent and he believes he has all the qualifications needed in order to follow a political career, just like his father. When he fails as a writer and an orator, a helping hand will be more than necessary. In his despair, he decides to meet the mysterious talented writer behind all these positive reviews written about him and to ask for guidance. Will he manage to become the politician he dreams of or will he fail once more, losing the only woman he has come to love in the process?
When the deal between the two heroes becomes far more complicated than either of them could have ever imagined, they will have to make crucial decisions. Will they let their hearts guide them or will they remain firm in the beliefs that have held them back in all their lives?
Chronicles of Love and Devotion
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The Artisan and the Duke
Gregory St. Claire, Duke of Thornton, never cared much for society, but from the moment he met the strange artisan shouting out a rallying call, his curiosity is piqued. Jules Kelley’s opinion of high society is pretty low. When a noble playing commoner stumbles upon her and gets wind of her secret, she is all but certain that things could not get worse! Together they stumble into a mystery surrounding a fire that should never have happened, and get pulled into the darker corners of society and forbidden love.
The Captain of Her Betrayed Heart
After what should have been one of the happiest nights of her life turned tragic, Gwyn decides to run away from England and everything she knew and loved. Four years ago, Jack decided to join the army, when the woman he had loved fiercely had fled with no sign as to why. The announcements of Jack’s impending betrothal and Gwyn’s own ardent suitor seem to mean the end for everything that Jack and Gwyn might rekindle… but can love really be buried?
The Mystery of the Hunted Lady
Vera Ladislaw, a third generation Polish aristocrat, lives a quiet life in England, with her father dabbling in political reform, and her mother always on the hunt for a good husband. When the unthinkable happens, Vera’s life is torn apart. Lord James Stanley, despite his extravagant balls and his rakish ways, is a rather lonely figure. When he finds a confidant in the alter ego of young Vera, a strong bonding is to come. Vera finds there is more to him than meets the eye and soon finds herself caught in a complicated web of romance, intrigue, and danger.
The Light in the Duke's Shadow
Lady Penelope Withersfield had always dreamed of finding love like the one in stories she hears and reads. But when she discovers a collection of old journals and diaries, a terrible truth comes to the surface. How could she break free of the curse that surrounded women in her family?
The past seemed doomed to repeat itself and Penelope vowed that she would never be chained to a man’s name, and forced to smile demurely at his whims. Her fire and determination could bring her fortune or ruin, but when she stumbles upon a fallen duke, how could she save herself from the beauty of his face?
All Lord Jules Daventry, Duke of Richmond, knew was revenge. His incessant search for truth had brought him to gloomy places full of people envying his blood or his wealth. He would not give up until the truth of his parents’ murders was brought to light and his good name was restored. Yet, in his darkest moments, he came to see an angel. Is she friend or a foe?
Lord Jules must let go of his past, in order to see that there is beauty to be had and that revenge is not worth it. During this critical moment, he will have to choose between the dark desire of vengeance and his deeper need for redemption. How can he fulfill his vow without endangering the woman he grows to love?
A Governess in the Duke's Darkness
The somber, terribly handsome Duke of Wellington struggles after the death of his beloved wife. His four whip-smart, difficult children run circles around him, and his musical instrument business slips through his fingers. He desperately needs help, life is unbearable without the love of his life. Soon, a terrible illness robs him of his sight too. He’s cast into darkness. Angrier than ever, he has guarded his heart forever from any emotion.
Marina Blackwater is the youngest daughter of a very poor family. When she’s sent to the Duke’s house as a last-ditch effort for the governess position, she doesn’t know what she’s up against as the children push her through every possible challenge. But when she gets to listen to the Duke playing his violin furiously, she gets butterflies in her stomach and she can't find a way to resist his handsomeness and passion.
Even in the midst of darkness, will the Duke see the light his caring governess has brought to his shadowy estate? Or will she be cast out, as well, leaving the Duke in continued darkness, never able to feel love for his music, or for his children ever again?
The Mystery of the Hunted Lady
Vera Ladislaw, a third generation Polish aristocrat, lives a quiet life in England, with her father dabbling in political reform and agricultural innovations, and her mother always on the hunt for a good husband. When the unthinkable happens, Vera’s life is torn apart. Alone, framed for a terrible crime and on the run, she disguises herself as a boy and finds work at the remote and storied Avonside Manse, where a mysterious Lord lives in splendid isolation. Will she be able to discover the truth?
Lord James Stanley, despite his extravagant balls and his rakish ways, is a rather lonely figure. When he finds a confidant in the alter ego of young Vera, a strong bonding is to come. He keeps well-sealed secrets himself, but when Vera’s true identity and story is revealed, will he make the right call about who is at fault? Will he be able to trust her?
Despite him being a notorious libertine, Vera finds there is more to him than meets the eye and soon finds herself caught in a complicated web of romance, intrigue, and danger. Will they manage to untangle this web and find true happiness in one another?
The Captain of Her Betrayed Heart
After what should have been one of the happiest nights of her life turned tragic, Gwyn decides to run away from England and everything she loved. For four years, she lived in India far away from memories of the man who had broken her heart. But then, an urgent letter suddenly arrives and beckons her to return home! Her family is in shambles. She has little choice but to do her part and step back into society. That would have been easier, if Jack Shelton, the man who taught her to put trust in no one, had not returned from war.
Jack decided to join the army, when the woman he had loved fiercely had fled with no sign as to why. Now it’s time Jack returns home, to find himself in an unexpected situation. Not only did his family call upon him to redeem their name, but Jack is also forced to face Gwyn Stanton. This woman left him questioning everything.
The announcements of Jack’s impending betrothal and Gwyn’s own ardent suitor seem to mean the end for everything that Jack and Gwyn might rekindle… but can this love really be buried?
The Artisan and the Duke
Gregory St. Claire, the Duke of Thornton, never cared much for society and flew in the face of tradition whenever he could, but from the moment he met the strange artisan shouting out a rallying call in the streets of London, Gregory’s curiosity is peaked.
When he discovers that what the thought was a young man is really a beautiful young woman, Gregory is intrigued. Together they stumble into a mystery surrounding a fire that should never have happened, and get pulled into the darker corners of society.
Jules Kelley’s opinion of high society is pretty low. So, when a noble playing commoner stumbles upon her and her secret she is all but certain that things could not get worse, until there is a fire and a raid on the Mason Guild.
Gregory may have saved her from the guards, but is he just saving her from one evil only to pull her into another?
A Duchess to Fight For
Young Louisa enjoys ballroom dancing with her friends, ignorant of the future their parents dream about her. Along with Percy, they vow never to marry each other and ruin their deep and true friendship. Suddenly, her father's ship sinks, and everything gets upside down. Her parents arrange a marriage for her in order to pay back the debt for their destroyed ship. Will she be able to get away from this disaster?
Percy, her dear and loyal friend, rejects marriage on financial terms, but fear starts to grow inside him. What if they won't find a partner to love, or worse? What if they have to break their vow and risk losing out being joined in an unhappy marriage? He knows deep inside that he can't let Louisa go down that road. He would do anything for her!
Having a young mind, Louisa cannot decide what to do; save her family from ruin or stay true to her beliefs? What happens when Louisa rejects Percy’s proposal? And how do their feelings change?
Loving a Fearless Duchess
Penelope is beginning her season in London as an underdog. She will compete for the attention of marriageable gentlemen along with beautiful girls with flawless beauty while she has a large scar marring hers.
Nash met Penelope years ago and experienced an instant connection with her. Defying the odds, Nash and Penelope meet and connect again.
But Penelope's cousin Henry works relentlessly to break them up. He is fearful his secret will become common knowledge if she marries Nash because Henry will no longer have leverage over her.
As the only son and heir to the Duke of Somerset, Henry's future depends on the course of this relationship, a relationship he is determined to end.
The Duke's Broken Heart
Phineas Collins, Duke of Exeter, left London for India to escape financial ruin caused by his irresponsible father. Having restored the family's fortune, he returns seeking a wife to produce an heir.
Lady Charlotte Albert begins her first season at the marriage mart. Outgoing and vivacious, she draws men to her. Although she is the opposite of what Phin is looking for, he is attracted to her. Lord Bernard has also shown an interest in her. Being deeply in debt, his interest is in her large dowry. To improve his chances, he spreads rumors about Phin that stem from his father's irresponsible ways.
Charlotte rejects Phin because of the rumors and gets him heartbroken. When he is in France on business, his friends and family work to clear his name. When Phin returns, he wonders if he truly wants a woman who has rejected him. He has to decide between walking away from Charlotte forever and spending the rest of his life with her. Will he choose wisely?
Loving a Noble Gentleman
Lady Mary Roberts thought that losing her father was the worst thing that could happen to her.
With her sister married and her mother already gone, he was the last family member she had. Little did she know that five years later things were going to get a whole lot worse...
When Duke Edmund Smith receives a mysterious letter regarding the will of a man that he used to work with, he is intrigued. When he discovers that the man wants him to marry his daughter so that she can inherit the family home, the intrigue turns to horror. He wants to wed for love not convenience!
Despite their reservations, Mary and Edmund meet one another and take an immediate dislike to each other. That, teemed with scandal, theft, family secrets, and ruined reputations, suggests that these two will never be able to make it work.
But sometimes, love comes in the strangest of places....
Dancing With A Lady
Lady Victoria Turner is a highly desirable woman from a wealthy family... yet she remains unmarried and her father cannot work out why.
What he does not realise is that Victoria does not want a husband. She would be much happier living her days out alone, writing her stories of a better world...
But that is all changed when a masquerade ball is thrown by a mysterious American gentleman who does not seem to be all the he appears.
Thomas Jones has arrived in England without any clue of the social rules that dictate London life. He is not interested in Victoria because she is wealthy, he likes her because she is different. What makes her even more tempting is that she continues to push him away.
But Thomas has secrets of his own, and he is about to find out that running half way across the world does not mean that he can escape them. He cannot wear his mask forever...
Background
Abigail Agar was born in Louisiana where she spent her teen years until she moved to Austin, where she currently lives.
She has a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and is teaching English as a foreign language teacher.
In her spare time, she loves working toward her child dream to become a world-renowned author!
She is fascinated by the Victorian and Regency periods and gets her inspiration from stories from those eras.
Abigail is recently married to her college sweetheart and planning to expand her family since she loves children!
When not writing, Abigail is spending time with non-privileged kids and relaxing with her husband.
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