Karen Hawkins crafts novels celebrated for their touching, witty, charming, and heartwarming qualities. Rooted in a Southern upbringing where storytelling is integral to life, her work reflects a deep understanding of human connection and narrative richness. Hawkins's writing explores adventure and discovery, inspired by the vast worlds opened by literature. Her distinct voice blends Southern warmth with keen observation, creating stories that resonate with readers long after the last page.
The sequel introduces Mark Tremayne, Roxie's brother, and Susan Collins, a clever and bold reporter. Their dynamic relationship unfolds in a lively and flirtatious narrative, filled with engaging dialogue and romantic tension. As they navigate their personal and professional challenges, the story promises a blend of humor and passion, making it a captivating follow-up to the original tale.
Set against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, the story revolves around a proud Highlander and an impulsive English woman determined to win his heart. Their tumultuous relationship is filled with passion, humor, and unexpected challenges, as she employs her wit and charm to break through his stoic exterior. The narrative explores themes of love, cultural differences, and the lengths one will go to for true connection, making for an engaging romantic tale.
Includes an excerpt from: Caught by the Scot.
The first delightfully romantic and witty novel in Karen Hawkins' dazzling Princes of Oxenburg series.
"Ava Dove-the sixth of the seven famed Dove sisters and owner of Ava Dove's Landscaping and Specialty Teas-is frantic. Just as she is getting ready to open her fabulous new tearoom, her herbal teas have gone wonky. Suddenly, her sleep-inducing tea is startling her clients awake with vivid dreams, her romance-kindling tea is causing people to blurt out their darkest secrets, and her happiness tea is making them spend hours staring into mirrors. At the same time, Ava's newest employee's-sixteen-year-old Kristen Foster-life has just come crashing down around her. After her mother's death, her grandmother arrived in town to sweep her off to a white mansion on a hill in distant Raleigh. Kristen is desperate to stay with her friends in Dove Pond, but to do so means she must undertake a quest she's been avoiding her entire life-finding her sperm donor father. With the help of an ancient herbal remedy book, Ava realizes Kristen holds the key to fixing her unstable tea leaves. So she throws herself into Kristen'ssearch, even convincing Kristen's grandmother to help, too. Together, the three embark on a reluctant but magical journey of healing, friendship, and family that will delight fans of Alice Hoffman, Kate Morton, and Sarah Addison Allen"-- Provided by publisher
This anthology features Lady Whistledown, the beloved gossip columnist from Julia Quinn's Bridgerton series. It includes charming tales of romance, scandal, and wit, showcasing a jilted debutante, a groom's desperate bid for love, a rogue's heartache, and a marquis's intentions. Perfect for fans of Regency-era stories!
Who Stole Lady Neeley’s Bracelet? Was it the fortune hunter, the gambler, the servant, or the rogue? All of London is abuzz with speculation, but it is clear that one of four couples is connected to the crime. Lady Whistledown's Society Papers, May 1816 Julia Quinn enchants: A dashing fortune hunter is captivated by the Season's most desired debutante...and must prove he is out to steal the lady's heart, not her dowry. Suzanne Enoch tantalizes: An innocent miss who has spent her life scrupulously avoiding scandal is suddenly—and secretly—courted by London's most notorious rogue. Karen Hawkins seduces: A roving viscount comes home to rekindle the passionate fires of his marriage... only to discover that his beautiful, headstrong bride will not be so easily won. Mia Ryan delights: A lovely, free-spirited servant is dazzled by the romantic attentions of a charming earl... sparking a scandalous affair that could ruin them both. You'll hear it first from Lady Whistledown Contains:The First Kiss by Julia QuinnThe Last Temptation by Mia RyanThe Best of Both Worlds by Suzanne EnochThe Only One for Me by Karen Hawkins*All Lady Whistledown columns written by Julia Quinn
Wealthy and powerful Marcus St. John, known for his success, faces an unprecedented challenge that threatens his golden touch. This tale weaves together elements of humor and wit, creating an imaginative narrative that showcases Marcus's struggles and the potential for failure in his seemingly perfect life. Karen Hawkins delivers a captivating story that explores the complexities of wealth and success.
An arrogant earl determined to find the perfect wife; an intractable governess determined to transform him into the perfect man--who will win? The first book in The Talisman Ring series, this delightfully humorous and sexy romance links to Karen Hawkins′ last book, The Seduction of Sara.
Urged by her favorite nephew, the intimidating Duchess of Roxburghe agrees to transform a thorny Scottish rose into a lovely bloom. But even she isn’t prepared for fiery Rose Balfour.At seventeen, Rose fell wildly in love with Lord Alton Sinclair, known as Lord Sin for his wicked ways. Stung by his indifference, the starry-eyed girl tried to win an illicit kiss, but then panicked and pushed the notorious rakehell into a fountain. Leaving Lord Sin floating among the lily pads to the mocking laughter of his peers, Rose escaped back to the obscurity of the Scottish countryside.Six years later, Sin convinces his aunt, the Duchess of Roxburghe, to invite Rose to her annual house party, where he plans to get revenge by making Rose the laughingstock of polite society. To his astonishment, he finds she has become an alluring woman who threatens to turn the tables on his nefarious plans. Thus Sin and Rose begin an epic battle of the sexes that becomes more passionate at every turn. Eventually, one will have to surrender . . . but to vengeance? Or to love’s deepest passion?
