M. C. Beaton
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"Sergeant Hamish Macbeth faces a string of mysterious robberies that are only the beginning of an international threat to his sleepy Scottish village of Lochudch in the latest mystery in M.C. Beaton's beloved, New York Times bestselling series. Sergeant Hamish Macbeth has some major problems to deal with--crimes and criminals, even law enforcement agents, that he doesn't want anywhere near his beloved Highland village in Lochdubh. Hamish is worried...
2) Amaryllis
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When London's reigning beauty suddenly loses everything, she must pine in secret for the Marquess she loves in the beloved author's Regency Romance.
Amaryllis Duvane is the belle of the London Season: a Diamond of the First Water, desired by every man and envied by every woman. Even better, she's about to marry the devastatingly handsome Marquess of Merechester. But when her father dies, Amaryllis loses more than a parent. She loses her...
Amaryllis Duvane is the belle of the London Season: a Diamond of the First Water, desired by every man and envied by every woman. Even better, she's about to marry the devastatingly handsome Marquess of Merechester. But when her father dies, Amaryllis loses more than a parent. She loses her...
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Encouraged by an unruly twin brother, tomboyish Lady Deborah Western seems set on dressing and behaving in a most unladylike manner, much to the dismay of her handsome neighbour, the Earl of Ashton. Fortunately for the Earl, Miss Pym is on hand to make sure the gorgeous girl is introduced to some more feminine pursuits...
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In this historical romance by the New York Times–bestselling author of the Agatha Raisin mysteries, a spoiled duke meets his match.
Lady Betty has no interest in the Duke of Collingham. She doesn’t care that he’s fabulously wealthy, or devastatingly handsome, or impeccably well-dressed. All she sees is an arrogant nobleman with an abrasive personality and an annoyingly persistent streak.
And the Duke of
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When an intimate secret ruins a young bride's wedding, all she can do is follow her heart in the New York Times–bestselling author's Regency romance.
Lovely Alice Lacey is a true Incomparable, and her marriage to the Duke of Ferrant is set to be the event of the Season. No one knows that she secretly loves someone else. No one, that is, but a clever talking mynah bird who announces her intimacies at the worst possible moment!
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Lovely Alice Lacey is a true Incomparable, and her marriage to the Duke of Ferrant is set to be the event of the Season. No one knows that she secretly loves someone else. No one, that is, but a clever talking mynah bird who announces her intimacies at the worst possible moment!
Now...
6) Pretty Polly
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A witty tale of a husband-hunting scheme, a deceived duke, and an inconvenient love from "the best of the Regency writers" (Kirkus Reviews).
The widowed Mrs. Charlotte Manners needs a new husband, and has the Duke of Denbigh in her sights. But her plot requires some love letters, so she calls upon Miss Verity Bascombe, her old schoolmate, to take care of that tiresome task.
Verity is indeed a skilled writer and agrees to help...
The widowed Mrs. Charlotte Manners needs a new husband, and has the Duke of Denbigh in her sights. But her plot requires some love letters, so she calls upon Miss Verity Bascombe, her old schoolmate, to take care of that tiresome task.
Verity is indeed a skilled writer and agrees to help...
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When a young lady arrives in London to find a wealthy husband, she must play her cards wisely—and bet her whole heart—in this Regency romance.
Miss Honaria Honeyford is sent to London to save the family fortune by hunting for a wealthy husband. For the sake of her family, Honaria reluctantly accepts the challenge. But this beautiful young lady who can ride, shoot, and argue as well as any man is not about to lose her head or heart to...
Miss Honaria Honeyford is sent to London to save the family fortune by hunting for a wealthy husband. For the sake of her family, Honaria reluctantly accepts the challenge. But this beautiful young lady who can ride, shoot, and argue as well as any man is not about to lose her head or heart to...
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Seven novels by the New York Times-bestselling author about how the temptation to break society's rules can overwhelm even the most prim and proper women . . .
Beset by awkward situations, inconvenient feelings, and ambitious families, the women in this seven-book romance collection refuse to bend to society's whim and still manage to capture true love in the process.
The Love and Temptation Series includes: The Original...
Beset by awkward situations, inconvenient feelings, and ambitious families, the women in this seven-book romance collection refuse to bend to society's whim and still manage to capture true love in the process.
The Love and Temptation Series includes: The Original...
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New York Times–Bestselling Author: Seven lighthearted love stories in one volume from "the best of the Regency writers" (Kirkus Reviews).
Taking us from the English countryside to the social circles of London, the novels in this sparkling collection feature a botched marriage, a drugged bride, a witty governess, an unexpected inheritance, and many other delightful surprises from "a romance writer who deftly blends humor...
Taking us from the English countryside to the social circles of London, the novels in this sparkling collection feature a botched marriage, a drugged bride, a witty governess, an unexpected inheritance, and many other delightful surprises from "a romance writer who deftly blends humor...
10) Duke's Diamonds
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In the New York Times–bestselling author's Regency romance, an old dog learns new tricks, inherits a fortune, and leads two humans to love.
After spending her life at an orphanage, young Emily is brought to the opulent estate of Sir Peregrine Manley, where she is employed as companion to the old man's dog. Duke, scraggly old hound, is the only member of the family Sir Peregrine cares for. And while the rest of his family greedily...
After spending her life at an orphanage, young Emily is brought to the opulent estate of Sir Peregrine Manley, where she is employed as companion to the old man's dog. Duke, scraggly old hound, is the only member of the family Sir Peregrine cares for. And while the rest of his family greedily...
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"The shy Miss Yvonne Grenier, a beautiful fugitive of the French Revolution, is quite terrified when a dangerous enemy boards her stage to York. Luckily, Miss Hannah Pym is also on board. Ever the matchmaker, Miss Pym sees the answer to Yvonne's plight in the hands and heart of another passenger the Marquis of Ware. Handsome and tailored to perfection, the marquis birth and fortune are armor enough to defend Yvonne. Although the girl is of the French...
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A dead employer's legacy of five thousand pounds allows spinster Hannah Pym to resign from housekeeping and find adventure traveling the English countryside by coach. But the adventure soon finds Miss Pym in the form of runaway brides, spirited heiresses, and international refugees, who continue to test her expert matchmaking skills. No sooner does Miss Pym board her next stagecoach than she finds herself embroiled in the plight of Miss Belinda Earle,...
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Christmas Crumble continues the tradition in M. C. Beaton's beloved Agatha Raisin cozy mystery series—now a hit show on Acorn TV and public television.At home alone for the holidays, Agatha Raisin decides to host a dinner party for the elder residents in her Cotswold village of Winter Parva. Agatha's never been much of a homemaker, but she's dead-set on making this the perfect holiday for the "crumblies," as she affectionately calls them. She's...
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A pair of puritanical sisters let their hair down for a very special Christmas in this Regency romance by the New York Times—bestselling author.
Finding themselves alone on Christmas, the Davenport sisters are expected to obey strict puritanical devotions. But, this year, flame-haired Gillian decides it's high time she and her younger sister enjoyed themselves a bit. With the help of a kindly relation, the two daring misses exchange their usual...
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Seven novels by the New York Times–bestselling author,"a romance writer who deftly blends humor and adventure" (Booklist).
From a bride whose scandalous secret is revealed on her wedding day by a talking mynah bird, to a duke seduced by love letters secretly written by someone else, to an ingénue and a vicar's wife drawn unexpectedly into the whirlwind of the London season, these seven novels are set in a world...
From a bride whose scandalous secret is revealed on her wedding day by a talking mynah bird, to a duke seduced by love letters secretly written by someone else, to an ingénue and a vicar's wife drawn unexpectedly into the whirlwind of the London season, these seven novels are set in a world...
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A lady's sensational sweet shop causes a scandal among the ton in this Regency romance by the New York Times–bestselling author.
When Miss Henrietta Bascombe decides to eschew marriage in pursuit of a trade, the pronouncement causes quite a stir. But Henrietta is determined to turn her pittance of an inheritance into a fortune. And she plans to do so by opening a London sweet shop to rival the famous Gunther's!
Hanging out her shingle-the...
18) Sweet Masquerade
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Freddie Armstrong, an eighteen-year-old boy, is joining the earl of Berham's household. It's the earl's duty to serve as guardian, even though he doesn't feel enthusiastic about taking on the responsibility. But, when he finds out that Freddie is actually Frederica, the situation becomes intolerable.
Freddie, the product of an unconventional childhood, is soon sent away to a seminary for young ladies- at the suggestion of Lady Clarissa, who secretly...
19) My Dear Duchess
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For a desperate Duke and a runaway lady, a marriage of convenience becomes the adventure of a lifetime in this delightful Regency romance.
Henry Wright, the Duke of Westerland, is in desperate need of a wife. Without one, the dashing bachelor will lose the legacy he desires. Luckily, with time running out, he finds a young woman, who is equally in need of a husband.
Lovely but sheltered Miss Frederica Sayers has finally escaped from her cruel and...
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New York Times—Bestselling Author: Lady Dacey has a way of leading others into temptation, scandal-and love...
The unhappily married Pamela Perryworth and the pious innocent Honoria Goodham are currently guests of Lady Dacey for the London season- and their hostess is famed among her set for her outrageous behavior. But, the two aren't quite as scandalized as the gossips might expect. After all, being in Lady Dacey's company does provide an adventurous...