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Elizabeth Thornton

    January 24, 1940 – July 12, 2010

    This author captivates readers with her writing, deeply immersed in the historical romance genre. Her stories, often set in the Regency period, are distinguished by meticulous research into their historical settings and the psychological depth of her characters. Writing became a passion after discovering the genre, leading her to craft a substantial body of work that regularly appears on national bestseller lists and is celebrated for its immersive transportive qualities.

    Elizabeth Thornton
    You Only Love Twice
    The Bachelor Trap
    The Runaway McBride
    Whisper His Name
    The Marriage Trap
    Shady Lady
    • 2009

      The Runaway McBride

      • 310 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.6(228)Add rating

      James Burnett is a widower who’s given up hope of finding someone to share his life with. He did, however, once have a lover he later dubbed Faithless McBride. For eight years, he’d suppressed thoughts of Faith McBride’s abandonment with whiskey and women. That is, until visions of her imminent death started to haunt him. Only James can save her from a killer—but can Faith trust the one man who destroyed her faith in love?

      The Runaway McBride
    • 2006

      The Bachelor Trap

      The Bachelor Trap: A Novel

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.5(253)Add rating

      Set against a backdrop of romance and intrigue, this novel follows a gentleman harboring a secret as he pursues an independent lady. Their journey unfolds in a captivating game of love, where charm and wit play crucial roles. The story promises to entertain with its engaging characters and the complexities of their relationship, making it a delightful read for fans of romance.

      The Bachelor Trap
    • 2005

      The Marriage Trap

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.6(386)Add rating

      Set against a backdrop of scandal and intrigue, this novel weaves a tale of daring proposals and complex relationships. With Elizabeth Thornton's signature wit, the story explores the captivating dynamics between characters embroiled in temptation and secrets. As they navigate their desires and societal expectations, readers are drawn into a world filled with unexpected twists and romantic tension, making for an engaging and thrilling read.

      The Marriage Trap
    • 2004

      Shady Lady

      • 392 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.7(171)Add rating

      Bestselling author Elizabeth Thornton weaves a tale of seduction, love, intrigue—and the most dangerous of romances. As the Avon Journal’s no-nonsense publisher, Jolie Chesney always sticks to the facts. And the fact is that she finds the celebrated war hero who comes to her office angrily demanding a retraction unsettlingly charismatic. Waldo Bowman’s wild sexual exploits have found their way into the paper’s gossip column, and Jo has no intention of compromising her standards, journalistic or otherwise. But when her star reporter suspiciously vanishes, Jo seeks help from this dangerously sensual man, whose connection to the Special Branch may save her friend’s life, even if it means putting her own life—and heart—on the line. Waldo Bowman senses danger in his instant attraction to Jo. Beautiful and independent, she is unlike any woman he knows—and he’s determined not to lose her, whatever the risk. For soon, these reluctant lovers will embark on a mystery that will either change their lives—or end them.

      Shady Lady
    • 2001
    • 1999

      Whisper His Name

      • 402 pages
      • 15 hours of reading
      3.6(313)Add rating

      A journey of love and self-discovery unfolds as the protagonist navigates the complexities of her emotions and relationships. Faced with personal challenges, she must confront her fears and vulnerabilities. The story explores themes of trust, resilience, and the power of connection, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of herself and her desires. As she breaks through the barriers around her heart, unexpected revelations and heartfelt moments shape her path to happiness.

      Whisper His Name
    • 1998

      You Only Love Twice

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.5(396)Add rating

      Bestselling author Elizabeth Thornton triumphs with this thrilling blend of sensuous historical romance and heart-stopping suspense. For three years she’s been a mystery even to herself—a young woman who awoke in a London convent bereft of her memory. But now Jessica Hayword knows her name, her birthplace, and one other By some terrifying twist of fate, she has the power to read another’s thoughts—the thoughts of a man who has killed and will kill again.Convinced that she must unmask the murderer before it’s too late, Jessica goes home to Hawkshill Manor—and discovers that no one is happy about her return, especially the dangerously handsome earl Lucas Wilde. What kind of girl was she, Jessica wonders, to have earned such scorn? And whose murder is it that continues to haunt her? The deeper Jessica digs, the more scandalous details are revealed. Yet even as the clues point to Lucas as the killer, Jessica can’t keep herself away from his embrace. And now all she can do is pray that the man she’s falling in love with isn’t the man whose deadly voice she hears in her dreams.

      You Only Love Twice