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Miss Cleopatra Lewis is about to be launched in society by her aristocratic grandfather. But since she has no intention of marrying, she visits a costume emporium specifically to order unflattering dresses guaranteed to put off any prospective suitors. Powerful and charismatic Jacob Astor Addison is in London, acquiring businesses to add to his theatrical holdings in America--as well as buying an emerald for a young lady back in Boston. He's furious when a she-devil masquerading as an English lady steals Quimby's Costume Emporium from under his nose. Jake strikes a devil?s bargain, offering to design her "wallflower wardrobe" and giving Cleo the chance to design his. Cleo can't resist the fun of clothing the rough-hewn American in feathers and flowers. And somehow in the middle of their lively competition, Jake becomes her closest friend. It isn't until Cleo becomes the toast of all society that Jake realizes she's stolen his fiercely guarded heart. But unlike the noblemen at her feet, he doesn't belong in her refined and cultured world. Caught between the demands of honor and desire, Jake would give up everything to be with the woman he loves--if she'll have him!

The third book in New York Times bestselling Eloisa James's new series: Wildes of Lindow Castle

A duke must choose wisely . . . Leopold Dautry, the notorious Duke of Villiers, must wed quickly and nobly—and his choices, alas, are few. The Duke of Montague's daughter, Eleanor, is exquisitely beautiful and fiercely intelligent. Villiers betroths himself to her without further ado. After all, no other woman really qualifies. Lisette, the outspoken daughter of the Duke of Gilner, cares nothing for clothing or decorum. She's engaged to another man, and doesn't give a fig for status or title. Half the ton believes Lisette mad—and Villiers is inclined to agree. Torn between logic and passion, between intelligence and imagination, Villiers finds himself drawn to the very edge of impropriety. But it is not until he's in a duel to the death, fighting for the reputation of the woman he loves, that Villiers finally realizes that the greatest risk may not be in the dueling field . . . But in the bedroom. And the heart.

The second in a sparkling series of Regency fiction with a fairytale twist by New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James

From New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James come two stunningly sensual stories in which gentlemen who rule the waves learn that true danger lies not on the high seas, but in the mistakes that can break a heart . . . and ruin a life forever. With this kiss Lady Grace Ryburn is in love with a dashing young lieutenant, Colin Barry, but she turns away, thinking that Colin is in love with her sister. Should Colin throw propriety to the wind, imitate his pirate father, and simply take what he most desires? Seduced by a pirate After years at sea, Sir Griffin Barry comes home to claim his wife. But is Phoebe his wife if their marriage was never consummated? As an infamous pirate, Griffin claimed and kept gold and jewels . . . but this is one treasure that will not be so easy to capture. Includes a teaser to Eloisa James's next book Once Upon a Tower!

A forced marriage sets the stage for an unexpected romance between a spirited heroine and a Scottish laird, both determined to resist their fate. As they navigate their reluctant union, the story explores themes of love and resilience, challenging their initial intentions and leading them on a journey of self-discovery and connection. Eloisa James's engaging writing brings to life the complexities of their relationship within the backdrop of the Accidental Brides series.

The next fabulous romance by New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James. Having made a fortune, Thorn Dautry, the powerful bastard son of a duke, decides that he needs a wife. But to marry a lady, Thorn must acquire a gleaming, civilized façade, the specialty of Lady Xenobia India. Exquisite, headstrong, and independent, India vows to make Thorn marriageable in just three weeks. But neither Thorn nor India anticipate the forbidden passion that explodes between them. Thorn will stop at nothing to make India his. Failure is not an option. But there is only one thing that will make India his . . . the one thing Thorn can't afford to lose . . . his fierce and lawless heart.

The fourth book in New York Times bestselling Eloisa James's new series: Wildes of Lindow Castle

Fueled by the knowledge that notoriety is better than failure, witty, unconventional Josie does what no proper young lady should--she challenges fate. She discards her corset and flirts outrageously. She attends the horse races and allows an arrogant rakehell to whisk her behind the stables for a surreptitious kiss . . . and is caught!She doesn't want to marry the young hellion--but who's to help? Her chaperone keeps disappearing for mysterious appointments; her guardian is on his wedding trip; and his friend the Earl of Mayne is too busy staring into the eyes of his exquisite French fiancée.Can a marriage forced by stuffy convention and unwilling desire become the match of the season?

RITA Award-winner James again elevates historical romance to sublime new heights through the lithe elegance of her writing, her exceptional gift for creating richly nuanced characters, and her ability to flawlessly marry potent sensuality with a deliciously dry sense of humor. Booklist (starred review)

New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James returns to the Wildes series with a prequel novella about the Wilde children's parents, Hugo, Duke of Lindow, and Ophelia, Lady Astley.

The story features two quirky orphans who orchestrate a meeting between a grumpy viscount and a spirited heroine, leading to unexpected romance. Set in the context of the Accidental Brides series, it explores themes of love and societal expectations as haughty aristocrats find themselves in unconventional marriages. The dynamic between the characters promises humor and heartfelt moments, making for an engaging read.

One night's disguise could lead to a lifetime of passion...A Mischievous Charade...Harriet, Duchess of Berrow, is tired of her title and the responsibilities that come along with it. Enough with proper tea parties and elegant balls; what Harriet really wants is to attend an outrageous soiree where she can unleash her wildest whims and desires. But to attend such an event—especially if the event in question is Lord Justinian Strange's rollicking fete, filled with noble rogues and rotters, risqué ladies and illicit lovers—would be certain scandal. That's why she must disguise herself . . .Looking forward to a night of uninhibited pleasure, Lord Strange is shocked to discover that beneath the clothes of a no-good rake is the most beautiful woman in the room. Why is a woman like her risking her reputation at his notorious affair? And can he possibly entice her to stay . . . forever?

Witty and elusive Eugenia Snowe has all society begging for one of her premiere governesses - except the powerful Edward Reeve, who bursts into her office with his arrogant demands. No question that Eugenia enjoys crossing wits with the brilliant inventor, but Ward wants far more than a governess. He wants Eugenia, and he'll stop at nothing to have her - including kidnapping. Will Eugenia lose her heart in the most reckless gamble of her life, or will she discover the sweetest pleasure she's ever known? All it will take is seven minutes...

Eloisa James returns to the Wildes of Lindow Castle series with the next Wilde child who runs and joins a theatre troupe -- and the duke who tries to save her reputation. He wants a prim and proper duchess, not the Wildest of the Wildes! Already notorious for the golden hair that proves her mother's infidelity, Lady Joan can't seem to avoid scandals, but her latest escapade may finally ruin her: she's determined to perform the title role of a prince--in breeches, naturally. She has the perfect model for an aristocratic male in mind: Thaddeus Erskine Shaw, Viscount Greywick, a man who scorned the very idea of marrying her. Not that Joan would want such a dubious honor, of course. For years, Thaddeus has avoided the one Wilde who shakes his composure, but he's horrified when he grasps the danger Joan's putting herself in. Staring into her defiant eyes, he makes the grim vow that he'll keep her safe. He strikes a bargain: after one performance, the lady must return to her father's castle and marry one of three gentlemen whom he deems acceptable. Not including him, of course.

Imogen, Lady Maitland, has decided to dance on the wild side. After all, she's in the delicious position of being able to take a lover. A discreet male who knows just when to leave in the morning.But Lady Maitland is still under the watchful eye of her former guardian, the wildly untamed Rafe, the Duke of Holbrook. He believes she is still in need of a "watchdog." She laughs at the idea that someone so insufferably lazy and devoted to drink can demand that she behave with propriety.It's Rafe's long-lost brother, a man who looks precisely like the duke but with none of his degenerate edge, who interests Imogen. To Imogen, he's the shadow duke . . . the man who really should hold the title. But when Imogen agrees to accompany Gabe to a masquerade...whose masked eyes watch her with that intense look of desire? Who exactly is she dancing with? The duke or the shadow duke? Rafe . . . or Gabe?

After the success of The Lady Most Likely, New York Times bestselling authors Julia Quinn, Eloisa James, and Connie Brockway have joined together once again, but this time to ask the question, who is The Lady Most Willing? When Laird Taran Ferguson’s nephews refuse to wed and secure his birthright, he takes matters into his own hands, raiding a ball and kidnapping four likely brides—a bonny lass, an heiress with a slight reputation problem, a rich English beauty, and a maiden without a name or a fortune. But which one is ready to fall in love with the Scottish lord? Add a very angry duke, a decrepit castle, and a fierce Highland storm that is holding all of Taran’s “guests” captive to the mix, and readers will find themselves transported to a world of temptation, passion, and new and unexpected love. This historical romance novel in three parts—a single story with three compelling voices—is one that will not soon be forgotten.

No man can resist Jemma's sensuous allure . . . Except her own husband! Wedding bells celebrating the arranged marriage between the lovely Duchess of Beaumont and her staid, imperturbable duke had scarcely fallen silent when a shocking discovery sent Jemma running from the ducal mansion. For the next nine years she cavorted abroad, creating one delicious scandal after another (if one is to believe the rumors). Elijah, Duke of Beaumont, did believe those rumors. But the handsome duke needs an heir, so he summons his seductive wife home. Jemma laughs at Elijah's cool eyes and icy heart—but to her secret shock, she doesn't share his feelings. In fact, she wants the impossible: her husband's heart at her feet. But what manner of seduction will make a man fall desperately in love . . . with his own wife?

The arrogant Duke of Trent intends to marry a well-bred Englishwoman. The last woman he would ever consider marrying is the adventuresome Merry Pelford— an American heiress who has infamously jilted two fiancés. But after one provocative encounter with the captivating Merry, Trent desires her more than any woman he has ever met. He is determined to have her as his wife, no matter what it takes. And Trent is a man who always gets what he wants. The problem is, Merry is already betrothed, and the former runaway bride has vowed to make it all the way to the altar. As honor clashes with irresistible passion, Trent realizes the stakes are higher than anyone could have imagined. In his battle to save Merry and win her heart, one thing becomes clear: All is fair in love and war.

Eloisa James delivers a captivating Regency romance that showcases her unique storytelling flair. As a New York Times bestselling author and RITA finalist, she brings a fresh perspective to the genre, promising readers an enchanting love story filled with charm and originality.

The second book in the Pleasures Trilogy - '...a steamy, satisfying romantic romp' - People Magazine

Eloisa James returns with another fabulous romance in her New York Times bestselling Desperate Duchesses series! As a young girl, Emilia Gwendolyn Carrington told the annoying future Duke of Pindar that she would marry any man in the world before him—so years later she is horrified to realize that she has nowhere else to turn. Evander Septimus Brody has his own reasons for agreeing to Mia's audacious proposal, but there's one thing he won't give his inconvenient wife: himself. Instead, he offers Mia a devil's bargain . . . he will spend four nights a year with her. Four nights, and nothing more. And those only when she begs for them. Which Mia will never do. Now Vander faces the most crucial challenge of his life: he must seduce his own wife in order to win her heart—and no matter what it takes, this is the one battle he can't afford to lose.

Gabrielle Jerningham cherishes the portrait of her betrothed, the perfect Peter Dewland...until she meets his commanding older brother Quill. But it is Peter to whom she has been promised. And how can she possibly transform her voluptuous, outspoken self into the poised gentlewoman Peter requires? When Gabby's shocking décolletage plunges to her waist at her first ball, Peter is humiliated. But Quill comes to the rescue, to the peril of his heart. An accident years before has left Quill plagued by headaches--the kind that grows more excruciating with strenuous exercise. Needless to say, this hardly bodes well for siring progeny. But the very sight of Gabby leaves Quill breathless. One forbidden kiss and Quill vows to have her, headaches--and Peter--be damned! But it will take a clever man--and a cleverer woman--to turn the tables on propriety and find their way to true love....

New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James joins Piatkus with the first in a sparkling series of Regency fiction with a fairytale twist

The Woman Lady Henrietta Maclellan longs for the romantic swirl of a London season. But as a rusticating country maiden, she has always kept her sensuous nature firmly under wraps -- until she meets Simon Darby. Simon makes her want to whisper promises late at night, exchange kisses on a balcony, receive illicit love notes. So Henrietta lets her imagination soar and writes... The Letter A very steamy love letter that becomes shockingly public. Everyone supposes that he has written it to her, but the truth hardly matters in the face of the scandal to come if they don't marry at once. But nothing has quite prepared Henrietta for the pure sensuality of... The Man Simon has vowed he will never turn himself into a fool over a woman. So, while debutantes swoon as he disdainfully strides past the lovely ladies of the ton, he ignores them all...until Henrietta. Could it be possible that he has been the foolish one all along?

The rules of marriage . . . according to Miss Annabel Essex A husband must Rich. Make that very rich. She's had enough of leaky roofs and thread-worn clothing. English. London is the center of the civilized world, and Annabel has a passion for silk and hot water. Amiable. Good-looking would be nice, but not necessary. Same for intelligent. Isn't she lucky? She's found just the man! And her chosen spouse is nothing like the impoverished Scottish Earl of Ardmore, who has nothing but his gorgeous eyes, his brain—and his kisses—to recommend him. So what cruel twist of fate put her in a carriage on her way to Scotland with just that impoverished earl and all the world thinking they're man and wife? Sleeping in the same bed? Not to mention the game of words started by the earl—in which the prize is a kiss. And the forfeit . . . Well. They are almost married, after all!

Lord Alaric Wilde, son of the Duke of Lindow, is the most celebrated man in England, revered for his dangerous adventures and rakish good looks. Arriving home from years abroad, he has no idea of his own celebrity until his boat is met by mobs of screaming ladies. Alaric escapes to his father’s castle, but just as he grasps that he’s not only famous but notorious, he encounters the very private, very witty, Miss Willa Ffynche. Willa presents the façade of a serene young lady to the world. Her love of books and bawdy jokes is purely for the delight of her intimate friends. She wants nothing to do with a man whose private life is splashed over every newspaper. Alaric has never met a woman he wanted for his own . . . until he meets Willa. He’s never lost a battle. But a spirited woman like Willa isn’t going to make it easy. . . . The first book in Eloisa James’s dazzling new series set in the Georgian period glows with her trademark wit and sexy charm—and introduces a large, eccentric family. Readers will love the Wildes of Lindow Castle!

A shy wallflower meets her dream man--or does she?--in the next book in New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James' Wildes of Lindow series. Miss Viola Astley is so painfully shy that she's horrified by the mere idea of dancing with a stranger; her upcoming London debut feels like a nightmare. So she's overjoyed to meet handsome, quiet vicar with no interest in polite society -- but just when she catches his attention, her reputation is compromised by a duke. Devin Lucas Augustus Elstan, Duke of Wynter, will stop at nothing to marry Viola, including marrying a woman whom he believes to be in love with another man. A vicar, no less. Devin knows he's no saint, but he's used to conquest, and he's determined to win Viola's heart. Viola has already said Yes to his proposal, but now he wants her unruly heart...and he won't accept No for an answer.

A dazzling enemies-to-lovers romance by New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James.

In a Regency novel told in three parts by three different authors, Hugh Dunne, the Earl of Briarly, throws the party of the season at his sister's country home, with the aim of finding a suitable wife.

Could it be that she wanted his kiss as much as she longed to give hers?It is whispered behind the fans of London's dowagers and in the corners of fashionable ballrooms that scandal follows willfully wild Lady Beatrix Lennox wherever she goes. Three years before, the debutante created a sensation by being found in a distinctly compromising position. Now, the ton has branded her as unmarriageable, her family has called her a vixen, and Beatrix sees no reason not to go after what—and who—she wishes. And she wants Stephen Fairfax-Lacy, the handsome Earl of Spade. Beatrix, with her brazen suggestions and irresistibly sensuous allure, couldn't be more different from the earl's ideal future bride. Yet Beatrix brings out a wildness in the earl he has tried to deny far too long. Still, he's not about to play love's game by Lady Beatrix's rules. She may be used to being on top in affairs of the heart, but that will soon change.

Another sensuous and exquisite historical romance in the Duchess Quartet by the queen of Regency seduction, Eloisa James.

Tarquin, Duke of Sconce, weiß genau, dass die hübsche und grundanständige Georgiana Lytton die richtige Frau für ihn wäre. Doch warum kreisen seine Gedanken dann ständig um ihre Schwester Olivia? Nicht nur ist Olivia mit einem anderen Mann verlobt, eine Heirat mit ihr steht wegen ihrer unverblümten und unkonventionellen Art vollkommen außer Frage. Quin gibt sich alle Mühe, Olivia zu vergessen, aber sein Herz sagt etwas anderes ...

The Duchess of Cosway yearns for a man she has never met . . . her husband. Married by proxy as a child, Lady Isidore has spent years fending off lecherous men in every European court while waiting to meet her husband. She's determined to accept him, no matter how unattractive the duke turns out to be. When she finally lures Simeon Jermyn back to London, his dark handsomeness puts Isidore's worst fears to rest—until disaster strikes. The duke demands an annulment. Forsaking his adventuresome past, Simeon has returned to London ready to embrace the life of a proper duke, only to find that his supposed wife is too ravishing, too headstrong, and too sensual to be the docile duchess he has in mind. But Isidore will not give up her claim to the title—or him—without a fight. She will do whatever it takes to capture Simeon's heart, even if it means sacrificing her virtue. After all, a consummated marriage cannot be annulled. Yet in forcing Simeon into a delicious surrender, will Isidore risk not only her dignity—but her heart?

Once upon a time… A duke fell in love Gowan Stoughton of Craigievar, Duke of Kinross, values order and self-control above all else. So when he meets a lady as serene as she is beautiful, he promptly asks for her hand in marriage. With a lady Edie—whose passionate temperament is the opposite of serene—had such a high fever at her own debut ball that she didn’t notice anyone, not even the notoriously elusive Duke of Kinross. When her father accepts his offer… she panics. And when their marriage night isn’t all it could be, she pretends. In a tower. But Edie’s inability to hide her feelings makes pretending impossible, and when their marriage implodes, she retreats to a tower—locking Gowan out. Now Gowan faces his greatest challenge. Neither commands nor reason work with his spirited young bride. How can he convince her to give him the keys to the tower… When she already has the keys to his heart?

From New York Times bestseller Eloisa James, a new Regency-set novel in which a heiress with the goal of being a wallflower engages a rugged American in a scorchingly sensual, witty wager that tests whether clothing does indeed make the man - or the wallflower!

A Duke in Retreat Gina was forced into marriage with the Duke of Girton at an age when she'd have been better off in a schoolroom than a ballroom. Directly after the ceremony her handsome spouse promptly fled to the continent, leaving the marriage unconsummated and Gina quite indignant. A Lady In the Middle Now, she is one of the most well-known ladies in London ... living on the edge of scandal—desired by many men, but resisting giving herself to any one. A Duchess in Love Finally, Camden, the Duke of Girton, has returned home, to discover that his naïve bride has blossomed into the toast of the ton. Which leaves Cam in the most uncomfortable position of discovering that he has the bad manners to be falling in love—with his own wife!

In 2009, New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James took a leap that many people dream about: she sold her house, took a sabbatical from her job as a Shakespeare professor, and moved her family to Paris. Paris in Love chronicles her joyful year in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With no classes to teach, no committee meetings to attend, no lawn to mow or cars to park, Eloisa revels in the ordinary pleasures of life—discovering corner museums that tourists overlook, chronicling Frenchwomen’s sartorial triumphs, walking from one end of Paris to another. She copes with her Italian husband’s notions of quality time; her two hilarious children, ages eleven and fifteen, as they navigate schools—not to mention puberty—in a foreign language; and her mother-in-law Marina’s raised eyebrow in the kitchen (even as Marina overfeeds Milo, the family dog). Paris in Love invites the reader into the life of a most enchanting family, framed by la ville de l’amour.

"Welcome to a world of reckless sensuality and glittering sophistication...of dangerously handsome gentlemen and young ladies longing to gain a title . . . of games played for high stakes, including--on occasion--a lady's virtue." A marquess's sheltered only daughter, Lady Roberta St. Giles falls in love with a man she glimpses across a crowded ballroom: a duke, a game player of consummate skill, a notorious rakehell who shows no interest in marriage--until he lays eyes on Roberta. Yet the Earl of Gryffyn knows too well that the price required to gain a coronet is often too high. Damon Reeve, the earl, is determined to protect the exquisite Roberta from chasing after the wrong destiny. Can Damon entice her into a high-stakes game of his own, even if his heart is likely to be lost in the venture?

From four beloved writers--Eloisa James, Christi Caldwell, Janna MacGregor, and Erica Ridley--come four original stories that tell a hilarious tale of a Christmas house party that serves up love and scandal in equal measure! The Duke of Greystoke's Christmas Revelry is famous throughout the British Isles for its plays, dancing, magical grotto... not to mention scandals leading to the marriage licenses he hands out like confetti. But not everyone welcomes a visit from Cupid. Lady Cressida, the duke's daughter, is too busy managing the entertainments--and besides, her own father has called her dowdy. Her cousin, Lady Isabelle Wilkshire, is directing Cinderella and has no interest in marriage. Lady Caroline Whitmore is already (unhappily) married; the fact that she and her estranged husband have to pretend to be together just makes her dread the party all the more. But not as much as Miss Louisa Harcourt, whose mother bluntly tells her that this is her last chance to escape the horrors of being an old maid. A house party so large that mothers lose track of their charges leads to a delightful, seductive quartet of stories that you will savor for the Season!

Theodora Saxby is the last woman anyone expects the gorgeous James Ryburn, heir to the Duchy of Ashbrook, to marry. But after a romantic proposal before the prince himself, even practical Theo finds herself convinced of her soon-to-be duke's passion. Still, the tabloids give the marriage six months. Theo would have given it a lifetime . . . until she discovers that James desires not her heart, and certainly not her countenance, but her dowry. Society was shocked by their wedding, but it's scandalized by their separation. James heads to sea where he becomes a notorious pirate, and Theo builds their estate into a flourishing concern. Back from the seas, a scandalous tattoo of a poppy under one eye, James now faces the battle of his lifetime: convincing Theo that he loved the duckling who blossomed into the swan. Theo will quickly find that for a man with the soul of a pirate, all's fair in love - or war.

Nothing is more seductive than temptation. Reckless desire sends Charlotte Daicheston into the garden with a dashing masked stranger. He's powerful, unforgettable, a devastatingly handsome footman who lures her - not against her will - into a grand indiscretion at a masquerade ball. Then he vanishes. Several years later, after Charlotte has made her dazzling debut in London society, they meet again. But the rogue is no footman. He's rich, titled, and he doesn't remember Charlotte. Worse, he's the subject of some scandalous gossip: rumour has it, the earl's virility is in question. Charlotte, who knows all too intimately the power of his passion, is stunned by the gossip that has set society ablaze. At last, there can be a storybook ending...unless, of course, Charlotte's one mad indiscretion had not been with him at all....

New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James returns to the Would-Be Wallflowers series with a sparkling romance between a proper earl and the lady who is entirely inappropriate for him-who he can't stop thinking about.

Set in a captivating historical backdrop, the second installment of the DESPERATE DUCHESS series delves into the complexities of love and societal expectations. With richly developed characters and a compelling narrative, it explores themes of desire, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness against the constraints of aristocratic life. The author’s acclaimed storytelling brings depth and emotion, making it a must-read for fans of romance and historical fiction alike.

A witty, sexy novella about a virgin widow and a rake with something to prove. Eighteen months ago, Lizzie Troutt’s husband died in his mistress’s bed, leaving her determined to never marry again….and unfortunately virginal. Eighteen years ago (give or take a few) the Honorable Oliver Berwick blackened his own soul, leaving him hardened and resolutely single. When the chance for redemption in the form of a country house party invitation comes his way, Oliver is determined to prove himself a gentleman. Until he breaks all the codes of gentlemanly behavior…once again.

Ist sie es wirklich? Lord Roland Northbridge Wilde kann nicht glauben, wer vor ihm steht: Miss Diana Belgrave, die er einst heiraten wollte, die ihn am Tag der Verlobungsfeier aber urplötzlich und ohne eine Erklärung verließ! Sie ist mindestens so schön wie damals und arbeitet jetzt als Gouvernante für seine Familie auf Lindow Castle. Was ist in der Zeit geschehen, als er in den Kolonien im Krieg war, um Diana und sein gebrochenes Herz zu vergessen? Und was ihn fast noch mehr beschäftigt: Ist der kleine Junge an ihrer Seite wirklich sein Sohn, wie die gesamte feine Gesellschaft Londons behauptet?

Najlepszy romans roku według czytelniczek Amazonu! Nominacja czytelniczek Romantic Times dla najlepszego romansu historycznego roku! Mia Carrington kiedy miała piętnaście lat, oświadczyła nieznośnemu Evanderowi, przyszłemu księciu Pindar, że wyjdzie za kogokolwiek, byle nie za niego. Choćby był ostatnim mężczyzną na świecie! Ku jej przerażeniu kilka lat później okazuje się, że rzeczywiście pozostał jej tylko on. Evander ma powody, żeby przyjąć zuchwałe oświadczyny Mii. Stawia jednak warunek: będzie spędzał z nią cztery noce w roku. I to tylko wtedy, gdy sama będzie go o to błagać. A Mia nie zamierza go błagać o nic! Czy coś mogłoby złamać tak mocne postanowienia? Cudownie romantyczne i rozkosznie urzekające. Eloisa James osiągnęła sukces w dwóch wcieleniach: poważnego profesora literatury i gwiazdy romansów historycznych. Ukończyła Harvard i Oksford, doktoryzowała się na uniwersytecie Yale, specjalizuje się w twórczości Szekspira i wykłada na uniwersytecie w Nowym Jorku. Jej błyskotliwe powieści z przesyconą wdziękiem i zmysłowością wyrafinowaną intrygą są wydawane w 28 krajach, nagradzane najbardziej prestiżowymi nagrodami, jak RITA Award (odpowiednik filmowego Oscara) i zajmują wysokie miejsca na amerykańskich listach bestsellerów.

Helene, la condesa de Godwin, sabe que no hay nada más insoportablemente aburrido que una mujer casta y pura. Después de todo, ella lo ha sido durante diez largos años, mientras el canalla de su marido vive entre prostíbulos y va de escándalo en escándalo. Así que decide que ya es hora de un cambio: peina su pelo a la última y atrevida moda, se cubre con un vestido muy transparente y acude al baile cual Cenicienta, esperando encontrarse con un príncipe encantador que caiga rendido a sus pies… y también en su cama.

Książka wydana w serii Wielkie Litery – w specjalnym formacie z dużą czcionką dla seniorów i osób słabowidzących. „Książki Eloisy James to sam wdzięk i czar. Czytając je, będziesz uśmiechać się, wzdychać… aż się zakochasz” – Julia Quinn. Bestseller „New York Timesa” opowiada o miłosnych perypetiach ekscentrycznej rodziny Wilde’ów z Lindow Castle. Niewinny zakład – szalona eskapada czy chwila namiętności z lordem – zadecyduje o ich losie. Betsy Wilde, po udanym pierwszym sezonie, pragnie przeżyć ostatnią przygodę przed ślubem. Przebrana za mężczyznę, wkrótce podejmuje ryzykowny zakład z lordem Jeremym Rodenem. Jeśli wygra w bilard, pomoże jej zdobyć męski strój i będzie jej towarzyszył. W przeciwnym razie, spędzi z nim jedną noc. Pewna siebie Betsy przyjmuje wyzwanie, ale co się stanie, gdy Jeremy zapragnie więcej? Eloisa James, uznawana za „niekwestionowaną królową romansu”, łączy sukcesy jako autorka romansów historycznych i profesorka literatury. Ukończyła Harvard i Oksford, a jej powieści, pełne wdzięku i zmysłowości, zdobywają prestiżowe nagrody i wysokie miejsca na listach bestsellerów. Prywatnie jest żoną włoskiego księcia.

In a Regency novel told in three parts by three different authors, Hugh Dunne, the Earl of Briarly, throws the party of the season at his sister's country home, with the aim of finding a suitable wife.

Looking for adventure in her life, Harriet, the Duchess of Berrow, dresses as a man and accompanies other nobles to the estate of Lord Justinian Strange, where he hosts a rollicking fete that would mean scandal to any proper lady. When the two finally meet, they fall in love, but can he see past all her disguises?

Wie es sich für einen Adeligen gehört, plant Octavius Mortimer John Allardyce, der sechste Duke of Trent, standesgemäß zu heiraten. Für ihn kommt nur eine Tochter aus allerbestem Hause infrage, die so wohlerzogen wie sittsam ist. Merry Pelford ist weder das eine noch das andere. Trotzdem sprühen zwischen ihr und Trent die Funken, als sie sich auf einem Ball kennenlernen. Trent weiß sofort: Diese temperamentvolle Amerikanerin soll seine Duchess werden – um jeden Preis! Doch Merry hat sich soeben verlobt. Trent muss seinen Nebenbuhler auf jeden Fall verdrängen. Da erfährt er, wem seine Auserwählte die Ehe versprochen hat: seinem jüngeren Bruder!

Leopold Dautry, the notorious Duke of Villiers, must wed quickly and nobly - and his choices, alas, are few. The Duke of Montague's daughter, Eleanor, is exquisite and fiercely intelligent. Villiers betroths himself to her without further ado. No other woman really qualifies. Lisette, the outspoken daughter of the Duke of Gilner, cares nothing for clothing or decorum status or title. But, torn between logic and passion, Villiers finds himself drawn to the very edge of impropriety. (Bestseller).

„Eloisa James to niekwestionowana królowa romansu”. CBS Sunday Morning. Bestseller „New York Timesa” przedstawia miłosne perypetie ekscentrycznej rodziny Wilde’ów z Lindow Castle. Panna Viola Astley, przyrodnia córka charyzmatycznego księcia Lindow, Hugona Wilde’a, jest skrajnie nieśmiała, w przeciwieństwie do pewnych siebie członków rodu. Już sama myśl o tańcu z nieznajomym mężczyzną przeraża ją, a nadchodzący sezon towarzyski w Londynie, podczas którego ma zadebiutować, to dla niej prawdziwa udręka. Ulga przychodzi, gdy poznaje przystojnego pana Marlowe’a, który unika wystawnego życia salonów. Jednak niespodziewane spotkanie w bibliotece z księciem Devinem Lucasem Augustusem Elstanem, porywczym mężczyzną, który postanawia poślubić Violę, zmienia wszystko. Książę, przyzwyczajony do szybkich podbojów, pragnie zdobyć nie tylko jej rękę, ale także serce. Eloisa James, autorka błyskotliwych powieści, zdobyła uznanie jako gwiazda romansów historycznych oraz profesorka literatury. Ukończyła Harvard i Oksford, a jej prace są publikowane w 28 krajach i nagradzane prestiżowymi wyróżnieniami. Prywatnie jest żoną włoskiego księcia.

Książka w serii Wielkie Litery, z dużą czcionką dla seniorów i osób słabowidzących, to bestseller „New York Timesa” o ekscentrycznej książęcej rodzinie Wilde’ów z Lindow Castle. Panna Viola Astley, przyrodnia córka charyzmatycznego księcia Hugona Wilde’a, jest skrajnie nieśmiała, co sprawia, że myśl o debiucie w londyńskim sezonie to dla niej prawdziwa udręka. Jej ulga przychodzi, gdy poznaje przystojnego pana Marlowe’a, który unika wystawnego życia. Jednakże niespodziewane spotkanie w bibliotece z księciem Devinem Lucasem Augustusem Elstanem, który nie jest ideałem jej marzeń, zmienia wszystko. Porywczy książę, przyzwyczajony do szybkich podbojów, postanawia poślubić Violę i zdobyć jej serce. Eloisa James, autorka, jest uznaną pisarką romansów historycznych oraz profesorką literatury. Ukończyła Harvard, Oksford i Yale, specjalizując się w Szekspirze, a jej powieści, pełne wdzięku i zmysłowości, zdobywają prestiżowe nagrody i są publikowane w 28 krajach. Prywatnie jest żoną włoskiego księcia.

Il giovane Gowan, duca di Kinross, vuole una sposa che completi la propria vita ordinata, e nel momento in cui vede Edie, bella e riservata, se ne innamora. Vittima della febbre alta proprio al ballo del suo debutto, Edie è invece tutt’altro che docile e obbediente, e quando suo padre accetta la proposta del duca si sente in trappola. Trascorsa una notte di nozze disastrosa, prova a fingere di essere la moglie perfetta che il marito desidera, ma la realtà viene ben presto a galla e, dopo ripetute incomprensioni, lei lo respinge del tutto. Però Gowan non potrà permetterlo, né a lei né a se stesso…