Elizabeth Beacon channels her insatiable curiosity about the past from her home in the beautiful English West Country. Her diverse experiences, from working in horticulture and as an English teacher to her time as a civil servant, fuel her creative endeavors. She now happily writes, crafting charismatic heroes and feisty heroines often set against the backdrop of the wonderfully diverse and scandalous Regency period. Beacon delights in her research, sharing her passion for this era with readers.
The wrong bride Will meet him at the altar! When Martha Lington's sister begs for help in stopping her convenient marriage to Zachary Chilton, Viscount Elderwood, kind-hearted Martha finds herself pretending to be his bride-to-be. But Martha is shocked to discover there's much more to like about the Viscount than she's been led to believe! Martha's enjoying his attentions rather too much...but she must reveal all the secrets she's kept hidden before their wedding day!
Undone by a single touch… The Viscount's Frozen Heart Luke Winterley has been trapped within a loveless marriage and now his emotions are hidden behind a wall of ice. Having returned home to fulfil his aunt’s last request he is once more faced with Chloe Wheaton, his first love. This bewitching waif promises to thaw the Viscount’s heart but marriage between a noble and his housekeeper is all but impossible! The Marquis's Awakening Tom Banburgh, Marquis of Mantaigne, reluctantly returns to his childhood home, Dayspring Castle, only to find Polly Trethayne camped out under his roof! Polly is a goddess in breeches: she awakens feelings he thought he’d locked deep inside. Can Polly storm the barricades Tom has erected and bring her fresh vitality to his lonely world?
Scarred by life... Until he finds her. Stumbling upon Lady Melissa Aldercombe hiding away in his library during a ball, Sir Adam Lathbury expects to be greeted by her horror and revulsion at his disfigured appearance - not a fiery frisson of attraction that he thought he'd never encounter again. But after his betrothed has rejected him, can Adam believe the connection is genuine? Especially when he discovers she's harbouring an explosive, reputation-destroying secret!
A Mistletoe Kiss for the Governess / the Earl's Yuletide Proposal / Lord Grange's Snowy Reunion
Set in the enchanting Regency era, this collection features three delightful Christmas short stories that intertwine romance, holiday spirit, and the charm of the season. Each tale showcases unique characters navigating love and social expectations during festive celebrations. The stories promise to evoke warmth and joy, capturing the essence of Christmas in a time of elegance and tradition. Perfect for fans of romantic fiction, this volume offers a cozy escape into a world of seasonal magic and heartfelt connections.
Set in the enchanting Regency era, this collection features three delightful Christmas short stories that intertwine romance, holiday spirit, and the charm of the season. Each tale captures the essence of love blossoming amidst festive celebrations, showcasing unique characters and their heartwarming journeys. Readers can expect a blend of wit, societal intrigue, and the magic of Christmas, making this volume a perfect escape into a world of historical romance during the most wonderful time of the year.
Lord 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
She can't trust anyone. Yet to survive she has to trust him!
A reunion... At the altar! Max has done everything he can to forget about his first and unrequited love, Georgia. Now, five years after she wed another man, Georgia is standing outside Max's home, Holdfast Castle. He's horrified to learn of the abuse her late husband subjected her to, and that if Georgia is to see her young daughters again she must remarry. To protect her, Max offers Georgia a convenient marriage. But he's determined to protect his now iron-clad heart from their newfound mutual attraction!
From unloved bride...Caroline Besford will no longer be any man's pawn. Her father forced her into marriage with a man who refused to share her bed. In making her escape, Caro became Cleo—an untouched courtesan! Amazingly, the husband who ignored his plain bride is now pursuing her!...to adored mistress!But as Cleo is drawn into a web of lies and deception, she cannot deny her growing desire for her husband. And what will the colonel do when he discovers that his darling Cleo is his dowdy wife, Caroline?
