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Liz Carlyle

    This author came to writing rather late in life and is still amazed they can make a living doing what they love. They channel their fantasies through storytelling, focusing on crafting an engrossing narrative rather than aiming for pure art. The primary goal is to entertain readers, writing with passion and intensity while the story's heat is still palpable.

    Liz Carlyle
    The Devil You Know
    Never Lie to a Lady
    The Devil to Pay
    Never Romance a Rake
    My False Heart
    Big Guns Out of Uniform
    • Mysterious and untamable, they hold honor, strength, and courage close to their well-guarded hearts. But no matter how much their jobs require them to lay aside their personal lives, they can't deny that they have burning needs like any other man...In Sherrilyn Kenyon's "BAD to the Bone," teacher Marianne Webernec wins the "Hideaway Heroine Sweepstakes." Whisked away to a remote tropical island, Marianne's fantasies become real when Bureau of American Defense agent Kyle Foster kidnaps her and uncovers her every desire.In Liz Carlyle's "Let's Talk About Sex," Dr. Delia Sydney dishes out perfectly sound sex advice on the radio but is easily seduced by her bad-boy neighbor. Just what is it about Nick Woodruff, a smooth-talking sergeant, that makes Delia do anything when she's with him?Things get even hotter in Nicole Camden's "The Nekkid Truth" when crime scene photographer Debbie Valley loses the ability to recognize faces and must identify people by their bodies. Soon she finds that the wonders of Detective Marshall Scott' s body never cease...and that he needs her to help catch a killer.

      Big Guns Out of Uniform
      4.0
    • When Elliot Armstrong, the dissolute marquis of Rannoch, pursues a spiteful mistress into the wilds of Essex to sever their relationship, he is surprised to find himself hopelessly lost -- in more ways than one. Inexplicably drawn to a warmly fit house along an isolated country lane, he is mistaken for an overdue guest -- but he dares not reveal his identity for fear of being tossed back out into the torrential rain, a fate he admittedly deserves. The loving family that innocently welcomes Rannoch into their midst soon challenges his cynical convictions, and ultimately, resurrects his shattered dreams.Drawn by desire, Elliot and Evangeline discover a powerful love neither thought possible. But malevolent forces surround them, and soon their secrets will be exposed and their hearts tested to unthinkable limits. Only if they can forgive the past will they have a future....

      My False Heart
      3.9
    • Never Romance a Rake

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      A cynical rake becomes entangled in a high-stakes card game filled with peril and seduction. Mademoiselle Camille Marchand, abandoned by her father, is wary of the notorious Kieran, Baron Rothewell, viewing him as just another pawn in her dangerous game. As their dark desires intertwine, both are forced to confront the risks of their hearts, leading to a high-stakes battle where love and survival hang in the balance.

      Never Romance a Rake
      3.9
    • The "USA Today" bestselling author of "The Devil You Know" and "A Deal with the Devil" continues her devilish streak in this unforgettable saga of passion and surprising revenge, set in Regency London.

      The Devil to Pay
      3.9
    • Never Lie to a Lady

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      In her dazzling new historical trilogy, New York Times bestselling author Liz Carlyle plunges readers into the steamy underworld of nineteenth-century London. Among the swirling glitter of English high society, a scandalous rogue gets more than he bargained for in the lady of his desires.Lord Nash is a creature of the night -- his wealth and title provide but a tenuous entrée into polite society. Notorious for his sophisticated manners and a dark, dashing elegance, rumors abound of the men he has bankrupted and the women he's left heartbroken. But when Nash leaves his lair for a rare foray into the ton, he faces a lure of temptation all his own -- an extraordinary moment of passion with a mysterious lady in the moonlight -- and an obsession that will lead him into a hellish world of smugglers, spies, and intrigue. And as for his damsel in disguise, the witty and beautiful Miss Xanthia Neville, he soon learns, is as unattainable as she is tempting. And now Nash must decide if she is also dangerous. . . .

      Never Lie to a Lady
      3.9
    • The Devil You Know

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      From Rita Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Liz Carlyle comes a spellbinding novel in which the ton’s most charming ne’er-do-well meets his match in a most unexpected fashion and discovers the true meaning of desire... Frederica d'Avillez is sure she will never marry. She's had a disastrous London season, and now her longtime beau has thrown her over for a more eligible miss. But if Freddie can't have a husband, she's hell-bent on experiencing at least one night of unforgettable passion. Where better than in the arms of the dashing rogue Bentley "Hell-Bent" Rutledge? So what if he's a rake, scoundrel, and all-round devil? Scandal trails in Bentley's wake and fair maidens usually steer well clear of him—and vice versa. But when the opportunity presents itself, Bentley can't resist Freddie's exotic beauty. When their wild, reckless passion has dire consequences, Bentley is forced to choose between honor and freedom. And Freddie soon realizes that Bentley's devil-may-care façade is just that—for she has unwittingly unleashed his dark secrets...and secret desires.

      The Devil You Know
      3.9
    • Never Deceive a Duke

      • 397 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      They call her the porcelain princess...With her fragile beauty and regal bearing, the Duchess of Warneham knows how to keep her admirers at a distance. Twice wed and twice widowed, Antonia has vowed never again to marry; never again to surrender her freedom. But when her husband's death is deemed suspicious, and his long-lost heir returns to seize control of the dukedom, she finds that fate has placed her future in yet another man's hands—but not just any man. They call him a cold-hearted bastard...Deep in London's docklands, Gareth Lloyd runs Neville Shipping with an iron fist. Unrecognizable as the starving orphan who was abandoned by his family and sent an ocean away from home, Gareth has put his troubled past behind him. That is, until the Duke of Warneham is murdered, and Gareth turns out to be the dynasty's last living heir. Wrenched from his solitude, Gareth neither wants nor needs the honors and obligations of nobility—especially the Duke's all-too-tempting widow...Or does he?

      Never Deceive a Duke
      3.8
    • A Woman of Virtue

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Cecilia Lorimer has hidden her loneliness by devoting herself to a charity mission for London's poorest women. But when a dashing Lord Delacourt takes control, she feels an uncharacteristic urge to flee. Just six years earlier, Delacourt had proved himself to be an immoral rake, nearly ruining her reputation in the bargain.It's whispered that the womanizing Delacourt is vain, vindictive, and merciless.But he's a man who honors his wagers --- and one lands him in his brother-in-law's godforsaken mission, face-to-face with the woman who has long haunted his dreams. When treachery closes in, only he knows how to guard Cecilia, but can a profligate knave persuade a virtuous woman that is worthy of her trust --- and their love?

      A Woman of Virtue
      3.8
    • Beauty Like the Night

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      The daughter of London's wickedest widow, Helene de Severs has struggled to overcome her heritage. Renowned within Europe's emerging psychiatric field, Helene has a gift for healing children. When fate sends her back to England, the country she left in disgrace, Helene is confident she has learned to govern her own reckless emotions.Ruthlessly, Treyhern has dragged his notorious family from the brink of ruin. But a disastrous marriage has left him with a traumatized child, and his rebellious brother is just one step ahead of the bailiffs. When his dissolute father drops dead while debauching the governess, Treyhern's infamous temper is truly tested.But the forceful earl means to straighten everyone out - as soon as he has hired a reputable governess. Yet the moment she steps from his carriage, Treyhern's cold reserve is melted by a rush of desire he had long thought dead. With her elegant clothing and mountain of luggage, the woman is not who he expected. Or is she? Sometimes the workings of the mind are as dangerous as those of the heart. And soon, danger is truly everywhere...

      Beauty Like the Night
      3.8
    • No True Gentleman

      • 464 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      In this powerful and passionate novel from Liz Carlyle, one of romance fiction's brightest new stars, a high-society murder brings scandal to the lords and ladies of the ton -- and unexpected desire to a pair of unlikely lovers. No True Gentleman Lady Catherine Wodeway knows that no true gentleman would presume to kiss a lady senseless without a proper introduction -- not even to save her life. yet somehow, Maximilian de Rohan's dark good looks, brooding manner, and mysterious past make it all too easy for Catherine to forget that she's a lady. Although Max is stunned by Catherine's beauty, honesty, and charm, he knows that getting mixed up with a noblewoman can end badly, especially when her brother is a murder suspect. But when Catherine stumbles onto the key to Max's murder investigation and unwittingly places herself in the killer's hands he will risk everything to pull her out of danger and into the arms of love.

      No True Gentleman
      3.6
    • A Bride by Moonlight

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Royden Napier, a tall and ruthless baron, embarks on a thrilling quest to find a captivating and dangerous woman. As he navigates a world filled with intrigue and allure, his pursuit reveals hidden dangers and complex relationships, testing his resolve and desires. The story promises a blend of romance and suspense, showcasing the baron's relentless determination in a high-stakes search for love and danger.

      A Bride by Moonlight
      3.7
    • The Bride Wore Scarlet

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of Victorian London, the story delves into the lives of the enigmatic members of the St. James Society. As passion and hidden secrets intertwine, the narrative unfolds with intrigue and sophistication, exploring the complexities of desire and societal expectations. The characters navigate a world where elegance masks deeper truths, creating a captivating atmosphere that keeps readers engaged.

      The Bride Wore Scarlet
      3.7
    • One Little Sin

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      National bestselling author Liz Carlyle presents her most tempting romance to date -- a sinfully sensual tug-of-war between heavenly desires and earthly delights.... He was a scoundrel, a scamp, and a hopeless skirt-chaser. So it shouldn't have been so surprising when Sir Alasdair awoke after a night of debauchery to see a young lass on his doorstep...with a baby in her arms. She was beautiful, brazen, and utterly bankrupt. So it shouldn't have been so shocking when Miss Hamilton accepted the rogue's scandalous proposal to move in with him...and become the baby's governess. One little sin brought them together. But when one man's wicked charms are matched by one woman's fiery spirit, one little sin can lead to another...and another...and another....

      One Little Sin
      3.7
    • The Bride Wore Pearls

      • 422 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Beneath the elegant faÇade of Victorian high society, the mysterious men of the St. James Society play only by rules of danger and desire. Rance Welham, the Earl of Lazonby, has survived scandal and disgrace, even evading the Queen’s justice at the end of a hangman’s rope. Now he’s about to gamble everything on something far more dangerous—desire. An exotic and elegant beauty, Lady Anisha Stafford fled her native India to seek refuge within London’s secretive St. James Society. But accepting protection from someone called a cold-hearted killer is a double-edged sword . . . especially when he’s the most intriguing man Anisha has ever laid eyes upon. In a world where treachery abounds, no one can be trusted—and no true passion can be denied. Together, these two tempestuous souls will risk their lives for a love that could redeem them . . . or destroy everything they hold dear.

      The Bride Wore Pearls
      3.6
    • One Touch of Scandal

      • 375 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Against the glamorous backdrop of Victorian high society, Liz Carlyle paints a dramatic tale of dangerous desire, the first in her sizzling new trilogy. All Grace Gauthier ever wanted was the security of a good marriage, family, and home. Instead, despised by her aristocratic father’s family because of her mother’s foreign birth, she’s taken a “safe” position as a governess. Now, unprotected and alone in London, accused of the shocking murder of her employer, she has no one to turn to except the mysterious—and possibly dangerous—Lord Ruthveyn. A dark-eyed Lucifer, Ruthveyn guards his secrets carefully. His shadowed past is a source of pain and rumors—only whispered. Grace’s plight—which echoes his own—moves him, as does her quiet beauty. Ruthveyn is determined to save Grace by unmasking a killer. But his growing passion places his own heart at risk and threatens to expose his dark gifts to the world.

      One Touch of Scandal
      3.6
    • A retranslation of the master work on strategy with principles which can be applied to the battlefield, gaming, and the boardroom, as written by the master ronin and kensei (sword saint) Miyamoto Musashi. It includes a biography of Musashi and essays on history and the martial arts traditions of Japan; art by the author as well as art by Musashi, and a full color gallery by Japanese artists celebrating his life and work.

      A BOOK OF FIVE RINGS by Miyamoto Musashi
    • Als neue Haushälterin von Cardow Castle bringt Aubrey das vernachlässigte Schloss wieder auf Vordermann. Als wenig später der alte Schlossherr stirbt, kehrt sein Neffe, Earl Walrafen, nach langer Abwesenheit wieder auf das Anwesen seiner Vorfahren zurück. Dort will er dem mysteriösen Tod seines Onkels nachgehen, und schon bald fällt sein Verdacht auf die hübsche Haushälterin. Doch auch wenn Aubrey ganz offensichtlich etwas zu verbergen hat, kann sich der junge Earl ihrem Charme nur schwer entziehen. Wann immer die beiden sich begegnen, lässt die Leidenschaft sie jede Vorsicht vergessen ...

      Stürmisches Spiel der Herzen
      4.1
    • Als Quin Hewitt seine Verlobung mit der hübschen Esmée Hamilton feiert, ist auch ein ganz besonderer Gast geladen: Contessa Bergonzi di Vicenza, die stimmgewaltige und erfolgreiche Sängerin aus Europa. Der Earl ist mehr als überrascht, als er erkennt, dass diese Frau keine andere ist als seine Jugendliebe Viviana. Obwohl sich die beiden leidenschaftlich liebten, hatte ihre Beziehung damals keinen Bestand. Nun stehen sie sich nach langen Jahren der Trennung wieder gegenüber. Und Quin merkt, dass sich seine Gefühle zu Viviana niemals geändert haben. Er sieht in ihr immer noch die bezaubernde und temperamentvolle Frau von damals. Eine Frau, deren Anblick ihm selbst heute noch den Verstand raubt. Doch kann eine Liebe wie diese überhaupt eine Zukunft haben?

      Das süße Lied der Liebe
      3.8
    • Einst begehrten Merrick und Madeline einander so heiss und innig, dass sie miteinander durchbrannten. Doch ihre Liebe hatte keine Chance: Maddies Vater verfolgte ihre Spur und trennte das Paar. Als sich die beiden nach vielen Jahren zufällig erneut gegenüberstehen, merken sie, dass ihre Leidenschaft für einander niemals erloschen ist. Aber düstere Geheimnisse überschatten die Begegnung. Muss die bezauberne Maddie ihre grosse Liebe erneut freigeben? Oder ist das Band zwischen ihr und dem charismatischen Merrick stark genug, um alle Hindernisse zu überwinden?

      Das süße Geheimnis der Leidenschaft
    • Poslední díl ze série MacLachlan Family. Autorka bestsellerů Liz Carlyle uzavírá svoji skandální trilogii smyslným románem o dvou spřízněných duších, které spolu sdílí tajemství... nebo dvě... nebo tři. Kdysi dávno spolu utekli. Ale potom temperamentní Skot Merrick MacLachlan přijal peníze od otce lady Madeleine, aby jejich manželství bylo anulováno. Nebo nepřijal? Dvakrát se Maddie vdala. Jednou z lásky, jednou kvůli přepychu. Opět je sama jen se svým milovaným synem - dokud jí osud nepošle do náruče její první lásky. Tři malá tajemství tančí mezi nimi. Vždy po ní neskonale toužil, ona nikdy nezapomněla na jeho doteky. Ale jizvy, které způsobila jejich mladistvá vášeň, jsou hluboké. Třetí tajemství bude buď symbolem jejich zkázy, nebo shledáním, o kterém se ani neodvažovali snít...

      Tři malá tajemství
      4.1
    • Jonet Rowlandová, lady Mercerová, je půvabná, bohatá - a jak se povídá - taky cizoložnice. Když je její záletný manžel zavražděn ve své vlastní posteli, jde od úst k ústům, že Jonet je vskutku femme fatale. Stíhána opovržením společnosti, statečná vdova napře síly do boje za jediné, co má opravdu cenu - za své děti. Když byl kapitán Cole Amherst požádán, aby smrt lorda Mercera vyšetřil, odmítl. Podezření však padá na dva nevinné, a to ho přiměje vstoupit do zmijího hnízda, tedy do života Jonet Rowlandové. Nemohl být připraven na to, co v něm smyslná Jonet probudí. Nebezpečí krouží kolem a mučí ho pochybnosti: smí ctihodný voják dovolit hříšné vdově, aby ho učila opravdové lásce?

      Opovrhovaná
      3.6