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A Regency Impostors Novel

by Sebastian, Cat

Book - 2018

Robert Selby has to set a marriage match for his sister before people discover the Robert is actually Charity, a housemaid pretending to be Robert, their ...Show more Robert Selby has to set a marriage match for his sister before people discover the Robert is actually Charity, a housemaid pretending to be Robert, their long-time friend. Charity's deception is soon discovered by Alistair, the Marquess of Pembroke. These two try to figure out a way to be together despite the restrictions in the London society they live in. Show less

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Rebel

by Jenkins, Beverly

Book - 2019

The first in a new series from award-winning author Beverly Jenkins! From Bibliocommons: "Valinda Lacy's mission in the steamy heart of New Orleans i...Show more The first in a new series from award-winning author Beverly Jenkins! From Bibliocommons: "Valinda Lacy's mission in the steamy heart of New Orleans is to help the newly emancipated community survive and flourish. But soon she discovers that here, freedom can also mean danger. When thugs destroy the school she has set up and then target her, Valinda runs for her life--and straight into the arms of Captain Drake LeVeq." Show less

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The Duke and I

by Quinn, Julia

Unknown - 2015

This is the first book in the Bridgerton series, coming soon to Netflix! This novel is about Daphne Bridgerton, a woman who has made many friends in polit...Show more This is the first book in the Bridgerton series, coming soon to Netflix! This novel is about Daphne Bridgerton, a woman who has made many friends in polite society but no marriage matches. She agrees to a fake courtship to lift her reputation and her romantic prospects but a fake relationship can only be fake for so long. This title is also available as an e-book. Show less

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A Little Light Mischief

A Turner Novella

by Sebastian, Cat

Book - 2019

This short novella in Sebastian's Turner series can be read as a stand-alone! This novel features Molly and Alice, two women who can't help but find themselves drawn to each other. This title is also available as an e-book. This short novella in Sebastian's Turner series can be read as a stand-alone! This novel features Molly and Alice, two women who can't help but find themselves drawn to each other. This title is also available as an e-book. Show less

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Romancing the Duke

by Dare, Tessa

Book - 2014

Izzy grew up on fairytales written by her father and at 26, she's given up on finding her own fairytales and she'll settle for a roof over her head. When ...Show more Izzy grew up on fairytales written by her father and at 26, she's given up on finding her own fairytales and she'll settle for a roof over her head. When she's given a deed to a castle, she has to first contend with the forgotten duke that currently lives there. This title is also available as an e-book. Show less

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Bringing Down the Duke

by Dunmore, Evie

Book - 2019

Annabelle Archer is one of the first female students at the renowned University of Oxford but to keep her scholarship, she has to help the women's suffrag...Show more Annabelle Archer is one of the first female students at the renowned University of Oxford but to keep her scholarship, she has to help the women's suffrage movement. She goes toe-to-toe with the cold Duke of Montgomery who can't help but find Annabelle charming. This title is also available as an e-book. Show less

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The Governess Game

by Dare, Tessa

Book - 2018

This first book in Dare's Girl Meets Duke series stars Alexandra Mountbatten, a governess who has to do the impossible and transform two unruly young girl...Show more This first book in Dare's Girl Meets Duke series stars Alexandra Mountbatten, a governess who has to do the impossible and transform two unruly young girls into proper ladies. Alexandra soon realizes that what these children really need is a loving home, and she'll have to enlist the help of their guardian, the infamous rake Chase Reynaud. Show less

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When A Duke Loves A Woman

by Heath, Lorraine

Book - 2018

From Bibliocommons: "Gillie Trewlove knows what a stranger's kindness can mean, having been abandoned on a doorstep as a baby and raised by the woman...Show more From Bibliocommons: "Gillie Trewlove knows what a stranger's kindness can mean, having been abandoned on a doorstep as a baby and raised by the woman who found her there. So, when suddenly faced with a soul in need at her door--or the alleyway by her tavern--Gillie doesn't hesitate. But he's no infant. He's a grievously injured, distractingly handsome gentleman who doesn't belong in Whitechapel, much less recuperating in Gillie's bed . . ." This title is also available as an e-book. Show less

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Never Kiss A Duke

A Hazards of Dukes Novel

by Frampton, Megan

Book - 2020

Voted Best Romance Novels of 2020 by Cosmopolitan and Oprah's Magazine! From Bibliocommons: "A disinherited duke and a former lady are courting much ...Show more Voted Best Romance Novels of 2020 by Cosmopolitan and Oprah's Magazine! From Bibliocommons: "A disinherited duke and a former lady are courting much more than business in the first novel in Megan Frampton's newest titillating series, Hazards of Dukes. " Show less

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Forbidden

by Jenkins, Beverly

Book - 2016

The first book in one of Jenkins' most popular series! From Bibliocommons: "Rhine Fontaine is building the successful life he's always dreamed of--on...Show more The first book in one of Jenkins' most popular series! From Bibliocommons: "Rhine Fontaine is building the successful life he's always dreamed of--one that depends upon him passing for White. But for the first time in years, he wishes he could step out from behind the façade. The reason: Eddy Carmichael, the young woman he rescued in the desert. Outspoken, defiant, and beautiful, Eddy tempts Rhine in ways that could cost him everything . . . and the price seems worth paying." Show less

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What A Difference A Duke Makes

by Bell, Lenora

Book - 2018

This novel evokes Mary Poppins in a delightful romance. From Bibliocommons: "Edgar Rochester, Duke of Banksford, is one of the wealthiest, most power...Show more This novel evokes Mary Poppins in a delightful romance. From Bibliocommons: "Edgar Rochester, Duke of Banksford, is one of the wealthiest, most powerful men in England, but when it comes to raising twins alone, he knows he needs help. The only problem is the children have terrorized half the governesses in London. Until the clever, bold, and far-too-enticing Miss Mari Perkins arrives." Show less

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