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The Greatest of SinsHaving spent years believing a lie about his birth, Dr Samuel Hastings has been condemned to a personal hell of his desire’s making – his sinful thoughts of the one woman he can never touch would damn his soul for eternity.Lady Evelyn Thorne is engaged to the very suitable Duke of St Aldric when a shocking truth is revealed – and now Sam will play every bit of the devil to seduce the woman he thought would always be denied him! The Sinner and the Saint Brothers separated at birth, brought together by scandal. The Fall of a SaintHonourable—and handsome to boot!—Michael Poole, Duke of St Aldric, has earned his nickname ‘The Saint’. But the ton would shudder if they knew the truth. Because, thrust into a world of debauchery, this saint has turned sinner!With the appearance of fallen governess Madeline Cranston—carrying his heir—St Aldric looks for redemption through a marriage of convenience. But the intriguing Madeline is far from a dutiful duchess, and soon this saint is indulging in the most sinful of thoughts…while his new wife vows to make him pay for his past.

The Laird’s Forbidden LadyKEEP YOUR FRIENDS CLOSE . . .Ian Gilvry, Laird of Dunross, is as rough and wild as the Highland heather. Yet the return of Sassenach Selina and her family to claim his land ignites hatred and passion in equal measure.BUT YOUR ENEMIES EVEN CLOSER!Lady Selina is torn between family loyalty and wanton need for Ian. Tricked into marriage, the Laird fulfils her every burning desire. But Ian is a man bound by duty. Can Selina be sure that his heart belongs not only to his clan…but also to the woman he has made his wife?Haunted by the Earl’s TouchArriving at Beresford Abbey, orphan Mary Wilder’s hopes of finding a place to belong are dashed when she meets Bane Beresford, the enigmatic earl. He is as remote as the ghosts that supposedly haunt the Abbey . . . and like its crumbling walls, her dreams fall apart.Occasionally she sees a different, more caring man behind the façade, so is she foolish to long for a happy home . . . and family? His proposal is for a marriage of convenience, but his touch has awakened within her a fervent and forbidden longing . . .

THE VISCOUNT CLAIMS HIS BRIDEFor years Valerian Inglemoore, Viscount St. Just, lived a double life as a secret agent on the war-torn Continent. Returning home, he knows exactly what he wants: to claim Philippa Stratten, the woman he gave up, as his bride.But Philippa is not the naive debutante he left behind…Also includes: The Earl's Forbidden Ward

Escape to a world of roguish rakes and daring debutantes with this incredible Regency collection from Mills & Boon.The Admiral’s Penniless Bride by Carla KellySally Paul is homeless and down to her last penny – so the last thing she expects is an offer of marriage from a complete stranger. Admiral Sir Charles Bright is in need of a wife…but after marrying in haste, can he convince Sally to enjoy their wedding night at leisure?Marrying the Royal Marine by Carla KellyIllegitimate Polly Brandon is amazed when the Lieutenant Colonel of Marines introduces himself as they sail for Portugal. In society, Polly knows he would never look twice at her…but with only the ocean for company, there’s no avoiding their unlikely attraction…

To Catch a Husband…Impoverished husband-hunter Kitty Wythenshawe knows what she must achieve by the end of her London Season – a marriage to a wealthy gentleman that will save her family. But, when she kisses landowner Daniel Blackwood, his fortune is suddenly the last thing on her mind…The Wicked BaronBaron Luke Ainslowe may be an infamous master of seduction, but Carlotta Durini refuses to become his next conquest. She lost her heart to Luke once before and now believes herself impervious to him…but what if the scandalous Baron refuses to take no for an answer?

Escape to a world of roguish rakes and daring debutantes with this incredible Regency 2 in 1 from Mills & Boon. Featuring many of our best-loved Historical romance authors, this is a delightfully indulgent and beautifully presented treat for fans of Regency romance.The Lady GamblesLady Caroline Copeland has entered London’s mostinfamous gambling club and her reputation depends onkeeping her identity secret. But, when she locks eyes with thedevilishly handsome gentleman at the back of the room, hisgaze burns through her disguise…The Lady ForfeitsWhen Lady Diana Copeland arrives in London to tell hernew guardian what she thinks of his outrageous demands,she doesn’t expect Lord Faulkner to be so intoxicatinglyhandsome. Nor is Diana prepared for his most shockingproposal yet: that she become his countess!

Escape to a world of roguish rakes and daring debutantes with this incredible Regency collection from Mills & Boon.The Shy Duchess by Amanda McCabeNicholas, Duke of Manning, isn’t looking for a bride, but he won’t pass up a stolen kiss at a masked ball. Yet when he finds himself betrothed to the masked beauty, Nicholas is determined to find out everything about his shy duchess…starting on their wedding night!To Kiss a Count by Amanda McCabeAfter a doomed affair in Sicily, Thalia Chase returned to England to try to forget the enigmatic Italian Count di Fabrizzi. But when she discovers him in Bath on a dangerous mission, it’s clear the Count never intended their parting to be anything but temporary…

The Captain’s Forbidden MissBattle-weary Captain Pierre Dammartin has secured the ultimate bargaining tool: holding his enemy’s daughter as his captive. Josephine Mallington is the one woman he should hate…yet her vulnerable beauty soon leads Pierre to want her for reasons other than revenge…His Mask of RetributionHeld at gunpoint on Hounslow Heath, Marianne is taken prisoner by a mysterious masked highwayman. Her father owes this man a debt and now Marianne must pay the price…but she finds more than vengeance in the highwayman’s smouldering amber eyes…

He’s back, and badder than ever!Return of Scandal’s SonIn her moment of need Lady Eleanor Ashby seeks help from a mysterious stranger. But the dashing Matthew Thomas is not all he seems. And when it appears someone is trying to hurt her Eleanor he’s determined to protect her. It’s time for Matthew to return home and confront his scandalous past if Eleanor is to be part of his future…Saved by Scandal’s HeirHarriet, Lady Brierley, is a respectable widow, is determined to keep the secrets of her broken heart deeply buried. But when Benedict Poole returns – the very man who deserted her – Harriet’s safe world threatens to unravel.

Their pasts won’t stay hidden for longLord Laughraine's Summer Promise Nine years ago Callie Sommers eloped with Gideon Laughraine. But their passionate romance ended in tragedy. Now Gideon has promised to reclaim the wife he loved and lost. With her husband fighting for a second chance, now could be the time for Callie to forget scandal and trust in the man she once held so dear…Redemption of the RakeJames Winterley’s dangerous past is about to catch up with him and widowed Rowena Westhope risks being caught in the crossfire! The spark James experiences with this fiercely independent beauty is undeniable – so when the only way to protect Rowena is to renounce his rakish ways and marry her, he knows it’s more than duty tempting him to the altar!

Ravished by the RakeFor vivacious Lady Perdita Brooke, teasing Alistair Lyndon with reminders of their passionate night together was meant to be a game. But the honourable young man Perdita knew had become a devastatingly dashing rake… and he had ascandalous ace up his sleeve!Seduced by the ScoundrelShipwrecked and washed up on an island, Averil Heydon is terrified – and being rescued by mysterious, roguish naval captain Luc d’Aunay doesn’t calm her fears! Virginal Averil knows that falling for Luc is dangerous, but the pull of their attraction is irresistible…