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Can the Queen who has once done the impossible ever be free? After awakening the "Waiting King" -- the one destined to free her country from the long occupation of the Han -- Maura Woodbury thinks her duty to her country completed. But Maura's task has only just begun. Rath, once a notorious outlaw, has no magic, and thus no power to expel the invaders from their kingdom. Yet the people expect a miracle. And... (more)

The Wizard's Ward

by Deborah Hale

Years before, the peaceful world of Umbria was torn apart by the ruthless Hanish invaders . . . Yet that is the only life Maura knows. Until her wizard guardian announces she is to be queen -- but that first she must find and unite with their country's legendary "Waiting King" in order to overthrow the enemy occupation. Men have searched for the fabled warrior for ages -- what chance has a young witch... (more)

Beauty and The Baron

by Deborah Hale

Abandoning her childhood dreams of marriage, Angela Lacewood is resigned to life as a poor spinster when she receives an unusual proposal from Lord Lucius Daventry. To please his dying grandfather, Lucius wants Angela to pretend to be his fiancee, and in return he will help Angela's brother purchase a commission in the military. Angela would do anything for Lucius' grandfather, who happens to be one of her dear... (more)

A Gentleman of Substance (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 488)

A Gentleman of Substance (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 488)

by Deborah Hale

The Wedding Wager (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 563)

The Wedding Wager (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 563)

by Deborah Hale

When bluestocking Leonora Freemantle's uncle wagers her enough money for her girls' school and her independence against marriage to a man of his choice that she can't take a common soldier and after three months' education pass him off as a gentleman for a whole season in Bath, she boldly accepts and then falls in love with her creation. This charming twist on the traditional Pygmalion story takes a pair of... (more)

Highland Rogue (Harlequin Historical Series)

Highland Rogue (Harlequin Historical Series)

by Deborah Hale

Claire is used to dealing with fortune hunters, but her beautiful half sister, Tessa, is not. When Claire hears that Tessa is considering breaking up with her fiance, Spencer, for a handsome American, she knows that she has to protect Tessa from the cad. But Tessa's new romantic interest is Ewan Geddes, a former servant at their Scottish estate who has recently returned from America. Still convinced that Ewan is... (more)

The Bonny Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 503)

The Bonny Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 503)

by Deborah Hale

The Bride Ship (Historical)

by Deborah Hale

As governor of Nova Scotia, Sir Robert Kerr has worked hard to bring order to the Canadian colony. So when he receives word that a "bride ship" is sailing into Halifax Harbor, he plans on sending the shipload of strumpets back from whence they came. Mrs. Jocelyn Finch, the chaperone accompanying the ladies, not surprisingly takes offense at having her girls being labeled as "loose," and challenges the governor to... (more)

The Elusive Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 539)

The Elusive Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 539)

by Deborah Hale

Carpetbagger's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 595)

Carpetbagger's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 595)

by Deborah Hale

After the War between the States leaves her with no money, no husband, and two young children to care for, Caddie Marsh returns to the Marsh family plantation, Sabbath Hollow, hoping she can build a new life for herself and her children. Caddie's plans for a fresh beginning look like they will be dashed once she discovers her slick brother-in-law and his floozy wife have already taken up residence. However, Caddie... (more)

$Mistletoe Kisses: A Soldier's Tale\A Winter Night's Tale\A Twelfth Night Tale (Harlequin Historical Series)$

Mistletoe Kisses: A Soldier's Tale\A Winter Night's Tale\A Twelfth Night Tale (Harlequin Historical Series)

by Elizabeth Rolls, Deborah Hale, Diane Gaston

Mistletoe leads to romance in this trio of superb Regency novellas. In Roll's wonderfully romantic "A Soldier's Tale," injured war veteran Captain Dominic Martindale reluctantly takes up his new responsibilities as Viscount Alderley, then finds his holiday unexpectedly brightened by Miss Philippa Wintercombe. Seven years after she jilted him to marry another man, Christabel Wilton must accept the holiday... (more)

Whitefeather'S Woman (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 581)

Whitefeather'S Woman (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 581)

by Deborah Hale

My Lord Protector (Harlequin Historical, No. 452)

My Lord Protector (Harlequin Historical, No. 452)

by Deborah Hale

Young Julianna Ramsay marries the older, stern Sir Edmund Fitzhugh to protect herself from her abusive stepbrother Jerome. Julianna is waiting for her true love, Sir Edmund's nephew Crispin, to return to her in two years when he finishes his naval commitment. In the meantime, she will be safe in the protection of Sir Edmund. Edmund goes from protector to friend as time passes, leading Julianna to question where... (more)

The Love Match (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 599)

The Love Match (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 599)

by Nicola Cornick

Harlequin's Regency Bride collection features three novellas by rising stars in the Regency romance arena that will tickle the fancy of every bride-to-be and bride-at-heart. Cornick's (True Colors) "The Rake's Bride" is the strongest of the offerings. Through vivid detail, the author firmly establishes time and place for her rollicking tug-of-war between the arrogant Marquis of Merlin and Theodosia Shaw, the woman... (more)

Border Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 619)

Border Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 619)

by Deborah Hale

Conwy ap Ifan was the only man Enid versen Blethyn ever loved. Conwy, a fatherless plowboy, and Enid, a lord's daughter, grew up together and fell in love, but after one night of passion, Conwy left Enid to satisfy his thirst for adventure. Years later, after fighting in the Crusades, Conwy returns to Wales traveling the countryside as a bard but really working as an agent for Empress Maud. While searching for... (more)

Lady Lyte's Little Secret

by Deborah Hale

For Felicity there was nothing more inconvenient than a lover who refused to gracefully take his leave. Felicity enjoyed her brief affair with Hawthorn "Thorn" Greenwood, but as soon as she realizes that she's pregnant, she knows she must end their liaison because once this reliable, trustworthy gentleman discovers her condition, he'll insist on marrying her. With memories of her former marriage still fresh in her... (more)

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The Destined Queen

by Deborah Hale

The Wizard's Ward

by Deborah Hale

Beauty and The Baron

by Deborah Hale

A Gentleman of Substance (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 488)

by Deborah Hale

The Wedding Wager (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 563)

by Deborah Hale

Highland Rogue (Harlequin Historical Series)

by Deborah Hale

The Bonny Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 503)

by Deborah Hale

The Bride Ship (Historical)

by Deborah Hale

The Elusive Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 539)

by Deborah Hale

Carpetbagger's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 595)

by Deborah Hale

Mistletoe Kisses: A Soldier's Tale\A Winter Night's Tale\A Twelfth Night Tale (Harlequin Historical Series)

by Elizabeth Rolls, Deborah Hale, Diane Gaston

Whitefeather'S Woman (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 581)

by Deborah Hale

My Lord Protector (Harlequin Historical, No. 452)

by Deborah Hale

The Love Match (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 599)

by Nicola Cornick

Border Bride (Harlequin Historical Series, No. 619)

by Deborah Hale

Lady Lyte's Little Secret

by Deborah Hale

An ideal match

by Deborah Simmons, Deborah Hale, Merline Lovelace