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Of Love and Deceit  by ZaraLynn
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A damaged duke. A misunderstood duchess. A marriage forged in the fires of obligation. Jane Miller's world shatters with the discovery of a devastating secret. Forced to leave behind the family she once cherished, burdened by her father's insurmountable debts, and thrust into an arranged marriage to the enigmatic Edward Green, Jane teeters on the edge of despair. As she is drawn deeper into Edward's icy world, her resolve begins to waver. From the start, their union is rife with distrust, unspoken resentments, and clashing wills. But beneath Edward's aloof exterior lies a man harbouring his own scars and secrets-ones that could either bridge the growing chasm between them or seal their fates forever. Can Jane and Edward overcome their differences to find solace in each other, or will their fragile connection crumble under the weight of deception? Can love truly grow between adversaries? Or will the shadows of their pasts consume the fragile bond forming between them? Of Love and Deceit is a captivating enemies-to-lovers tale set in the Regency era, where every lingering glance and sharp word hides an unspoken truth. Fans of passionate romance and gripping drama will be swept into Jane and Edward's journey of betrayal, redemption, and a love forged in the unlikeliest of circumstances. If you enjoyed Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, you'll love Of Love and Deceit. Discover the secrets and struggles that bind Jane and Edward together-one click to begin this riveting journey today!
Between Breeches and Ballgowns by CassidyKaye
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In Regency-era England, Lottie disguises herself as her reclusive brother to enter Parliament, only to find a rival in the infuriatingly clever, proper, and attractive Duke of Warwick. Their battle of wits sparks an undeniable attraction--but when the duke grows suspicious, Lottie risks not only exposure of her secret identity but the ruination of her reputation and everything she's worked so hard for. *** In London, 1806, Miss Charlotte (Lottie) Langley is a young woman with ambition far beyond what society allows. Women are expected to embroider, pour tea, marry well, and leave politics to the men. Determined to have a say in her country's future, Lottie assumes the identity of her reclusive brother and infiltrates the all-male world of Parliament. But politics proves far more dangerous when she catches the attention and suspicion of the maddening Duke of Warwick. What begins as a battle of ideologies and wits soon turns into something far more complicated: a mutual fascination and attraction that neither of them can ignore. The duke seems determined to uncover the secret identity that Lottie has worked so hard to conceal. However, even her disguise may not protect her from the frustratingly observant duke who could ruin everything... or from falling for him.
Your Grace by Shelly__x
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In the tumultuous world of 18th-century England, where society's rigid expectations govern every aspect of life, Alice has lived a life of quiet rebellion. Granted a reprieve from marriage to study, that time is quickly running out. She is to be wed to the Duke of York, who is notorious not only for his ruthless business dealings but also for his monstrous behavior behind closed doors. As Alice's wedding day draws near, she dreads a life bound to a man whose heart is as cold as the stone halls of his ancestral home. Will a daring night of freedom show her what true love is? TW for mild domestic abuse (not by the love interest)
The Queen of Hearts by norsoph
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#First book in the Queen series# Kylie Jones, daughter of Robert Jones President of the Hells Dragons MC. Her story is a little different. She was once the shy princess of the MC hanging around the clubhouse waiting to be claimed by her knight in shining armor. Her fifteenth birthday was supposed to be a grand celebration, but turned out to be a dreadful nightmare. Abducted by her father's enemies, she disappeared without a trace. Ten years later, she's back. Out on a mission to kill the man who sold her out. The quiet little girl was long gone. In her place stood a stunningly beautiful independent woman. Outspoken, bold and dangerous, even slightly unhinged. The ten years had been nothing like a walk in the park. It had been a constant fight for survival. The woman who returned was cold as ice, known to the world as The Queen of Assassins. Damon Miller. VP of the Hells Dragons MC. He lost the light of his life ten years ago. The shy little girl was supposed to be his Old Lady when she came of age, not to disappear without a trace. What happens when she comes strutting back into their lives on the day of her supposed burial? Will the power of love reconnect them? Or will she stick to her mission, getting herself and her family into more danger?
She's My Queen by DustyPinkSkies
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After a car crash, Natalie Reeds is thrown back in time to the 17th century where she wakes up as a princess and discovers that she is betrothed to a dashing but cold king. On the outside, Edward XI of England appears to be a cruel and power hungry king. But inside, he's broken and vulnerable. At the young age of 20, he has already been through excruciating pain and sadness. Every day is empty, dark, meaningless... until he meets his queen. ------- Just a note: This story is purely fictional. All characters and names made up by me. Not based on any historical facts.
The Queen He Never Wanted by SimonaPearsely
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She was given to him as duty, not desire. Married into a kingdom that never wanted her, she becomes the silent queen of a powerful and feared king-one who meets her patience with sarcasm and her grace with indifference. To him, she is weak. Replaceable. Unworthy of notice. But while he rules with power and pride, she survives with quiet strength. As whispers turn into threats and the court begins to test her, the king is forced to see what he once dismissed. And when danger comes for her, he realizes something far more terrifying than war- Losing her is no longer an option. A slow-burn royal romance about endurance, underestimated strength, and a love that was never meant to exist.
The Final Hearing by Shweta545
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Evelyn Hart believed in fairytales - until the day she was left at the altar. Once a bright, hopeful law student, Evelyn's world crumbled when Nathaniel Blackwell - a powerful business heir she was arranged to marry - walked out on their wedding without a word. The scandal destroyed her family's name, shattered her dreams, and left her to bear the brunt of public humiliation. In a society that blamed her for everything, Evelyn did the only thing she could: she rose from the ashes. Years later, she's one of the most feared and respected lawyers in the country - until one case breaks her resolve and she disappears from the courtroom without warning. But fate has a cruel sense of irony. When Nathaniel's own sister is devastated by a similar betrayal and takes her life, he is desperate for justice. No lawyer is willing to fight for a case everyone believes is already lost - except for the one woman he wronged the most. Evelyn. Silent. Unforgiving. Brilliant. As she reluctantly steps back into the courtroom, the past simmers between them. Nathaniel is haunted by guilt and drawn to the woman he abandoned. Evelyn speaks only when required, avoids the past, and focuses on justice - but her silence screams louder than words. What begins as a legal battle turns into an emotional reckoning. Regret. Redemption. And a slow-burn connection that neither of them expected. Because sometimes, the most powerful verdicts aren't spoken in court - they're written in the heart.
Blackstone and Broken Things by MeganBethoney
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Anabell Belgrey, Countess of Clearshire, has spent most of her life being the unwanted burden of those closest to her. Unloved by her family and unwanted by her husband. The only reprieve she has ever found in her solitude is that she may do as she pleases with little to no notice from those same people. Until, one day, she is noticed by the very last man she had ever thought to hear from again: her husband. After twelve years with no word and no explanation for his absence, or any reassurance of his return. Lady Belgrey cannot fathom what has prompted his sudden resurfacing. But she is determined not to let the man sway her into whatever scheme has brought him back. There has never been any affection in their marriage, and she has worked too hard to let him run rampant over all she has accomplished. No, she must prove to the Earl that his presence is not only unnecessary at Blackstone but highly unwanted.
After the fire by fanofstoryyy
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Maisie never expected her quiet life as a schoolteacher to collide with Tucker's - a gruff firefighter carrying more scars than he lets show. But when a call for help brings them together, everything begins to change. On Tucker's peaceful farm, with wide skies and creaking porch swings, Maisie finds a kind of stillness she didn't know she needed. And Tucker, long used to solitude and silence, discovers what it means to be truly seen. Slowly, gently, they begin to untangle the pain in each other's pasts, drawn closer by shared glances, soft laughter, and the growing comfort of something like home. As love roots itself between them, unexpected turns reshape their world - bringing both challenge and grace in equal measure. Together, they learn that family can be something you build with your hands and heart. A moving, quiet love story about healing, trust, and the kind of life you choose - one moment, one morning, one person at a time.
Serenity  by ElmaZehraRizvi
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Ten years ago, the Bridlington name was a fortress, and Jacob was its most ruthless guard. When he looked at Clara Danvers-the quiet, wide-eyed girl playing the part of his brother's girlfriend-he didn't see a person; he saw a predator. To Jacob, she was a mirror image of his social-climbing stepmother, a gold digger who needed to be excised like a tumor. He "solved" the problem with a cold room, a cruel dismissal, and a cheque intended to buy her silence and her dignity. Clara Danvers walked out of that room with her head held high and the cheque left shredded on the floor. She carried nothing from the Bridlingtons except a secret that would change her life forever. Today, the power dynamic has shifted. Jacob is no longer the untouchable titan, and Clara is no longer the girl seeking a place to belong. As the CEO of the global powerhouse Serenity Enterprises, Clara has built an empire on the ruins of her heartbreak. She has everything she needs: a thriving career and her daughter, Corinthia-a child with the Bridlington eyes but a Danvers heart. When a desperate business merger brings Jacob Bridlington to her doorstep, he expects to find a woman he can negotiate with. Instead, he finds the one ghost he couldn't outrun, and a debt that ten years of interest can never repay.