A few knocks came upon Rosies door and the most melodic of voices followed. "Ti's most rude of ye' no tae open the door fer a wounded man lass" The man had seen her and had the audacity to tease her about her manners after coming upon her land unannounced but more importantly he seemed to know she was alone in the cottage. Rosie was furious, how dare he correct her in her manners. " Aye, unfortunately for you we lowlanders don't make it a habit to open the doors for strangers that look like they can crush your skull between their hands" The strangers booming laughter could be heard miles away she was sure of it and it only furthered her anger that he made it quite clear he was enjoying himself in what she considered to be a serious and dangerous situation. "Come lass open the door I give ye mee word I won't lay a hand on ye" he said amusement clear in his voice and then he added " unless ye want me tae lassie, do ye want me tae?". " It would be a cold day in hell when I let your hands come anywhere near me highlander, now go away!" " However much this conversation has delighted mee bonny lass, mee wounds are gettin worse and if ye donna open this door yer going tae have tae stand aside cos I'm going to break it down" What Rosie doesn't seem to know however is that the door isn't the only thing coming crashing into her life.

Emery De Bulgaria is a young, English heiress. Having lived her entire life at King James's court, Emery is completely ready for any marriage that could be thrown at her. Until King James told her just what he had in mind for her. Emery was to marry the Count of Dubois. A savage, unkind man that was only known for the rumors about him. He had never taken a wife, and Emery could certainly see why. Glum, and groomed Emery goes uncertainly to her dismal fate. Kane Dubois was pleased with the rumors that swirled about him in the courts. Darkly mysterious, no one truly knew who Kane was. He was unkind, and savage, but life had proven unkind, and savage was the way to survive. At least, that's how he thought until he met the raven haired, golden skinned, beauty destined to be his wife. Angry, and aroused Kane goes with uncertainly to his not so dismal future.

"I want my very own castle; I want tons of servants and men throwing themselves at my feet. I want to be pampered and rich. I want my own bloody fairy tale!" Unfortunately even wishes never went smoothly for Sarah. Instead of getting her happily ever after Sarah was unceremoniously dumped into a world that was both completely alien and chock full of intrigue and peril as well. She got the castle and servants all right but she also got plenty more that wasn't listed in the programme. Now all she could do was bide her time and pray for a way out of the mess before it was too late. Iain McLaughlin swore he'd never marry an Englishwoman. Infamous as the Black Wolf of the Highlands the gruff warrior was used to having everything his own way. But circumstances had a way of changing in the blink of an eye. Even a great laird isn't immune to the dictates of fate. So now he had no choice but to ride forth and claim his prize, whether he wants it or not however is another matter entirely.

Damon is a hard hearted silent Marquis of Cambridge during day but during night his demeanor changes 180 when he masks himself up and let his personality come out as "PHALCON" as known and mentioned in various journals and papers of London. He's considered as savior of those in need of help. Aileen wants to avenge her parents and has been training hard from six years to settle score with her parents' killer. She's a lady of society and enjoys the company of others like every lady in society but at night she changes into her real self masking herself and fighting for those who cannot fight for themselves giving her the name of "Masked Beauty". what happens when two of them are betrothed to be married and how will they manage their secret lives from each other?? lets find out...

In the grand tapestry of Regency England, where societal expectations and whispered rumours reign supreme, a most unconventional union is forged. Sophie Fulham's life has been a canvas of suffering since her parents' untimely deaths, leaving her at the mercy of her heartless uncle and his unrelenting cruelty. Enter Peter, Viscount Markham, a man burdened by his own reputation as a carefree rake, uninterested in the bonds of matrimony. Their worlds collide with the force of destiny when Peter's father, The Earl of Ashington, gambles their family's future away to Sophie's malevolent guardian. Forced into a marriage neither desires, Sophie and Peter must unravel the truths hidden beneath the veil of society's judgmental gaze. As they navigate their misconceptions and misgivings, they discover a shared resilience and strength, slowly kindling an unexpected affection. Sophie learns that Peter's jovial exterior conceals a heart of gold, and Peter sees beyond Sophie's timid facade to the fierce spirit within. But as their affection deepens, a dangerous secret threatens to unravel their fragile connection. Society's watchful eyes and whispered lies could shatter not only their budding love but also their families' esteemed positions. In a world where reputation is paramount, Sophie and Peter must decide whether to succumb to the dictates of society or follow the unwavering call of their hearts. "My Honourable Viscount" is a tale of unexpected love that defies societal norms, a testament to the resilience of two souls bound by duty but driven by a longing for true connection. Will their love be strong enough to withstand the storms of scandal and save their families from ruin?

Princess Violet wants nothing to do with marriage. At the age of 17, she is prepared to step up and rule her kingdom proudly, justly, and without a husband. However, her father, the king, has very different plans. Because Violet has resisted every man who has asked for her hand, King Rupert devises a plan to force Violet to choose a husband. One hundred suitors are invited to the palace to compete for Violet's affections, each one very different from the next. Out of one hundred nobles from far and wide, which man will she choose?

Prince Damian rejects the girl chosen by his mother without meeting her and without knowing the girl can hear every word of his rejection. Years later he finally meets her again and falls for her without knowing she is the same person. Cecilia's story continues in Betrayal. Cover credits: xoMilkyway

"Cay, will you look at me?" I turned around and lifted my eyes to look into his. His arms were braced on the counter and he was looking at me sideways. The glow of the light coming from the living room and into the kitchen gave his face an otherworldly impression. I waited for him to continue. He closed his eyes and sighed, "Cay... Just so you know... I wanted to do it. Right there, a while ago. But you know why I couldn't, and why we shouldn't." There was a pain in my chest at his words. But I just gazed at him, unsure of what to say. He was right. It would be a mistake. And no matter how many times my weak heart and frail mind wanted him to kiss me, it would be selfish, not to mention immoral. In the end we would both regret it, and that would hurt the most. © rainthereader 2012 All Rights Reserved

Nicky is a waitress. When she starts working in a cafe, she meets a mysterious fascinating blind man. She is immediately drown to him and makes it her goal to learn everything about him. What will happen when she finds out his story....

Ever wanted to punch someone in the face? Minerva Ashton has and she’s not going stop until she’s able to do it. Which is why she ends up trying to bring down the entertainment industries most powerful man. Pretty impressive, right? Not really. Minerva has no clue that she has her hands full with the cunning Martin Vance. Heck, she didn’t anticipate getting tangled into his web of deceit in the first place. What happens when the quirky girl stumbles into the spotlight and meets the biggest asshole imaginable? Lies, broken legs, and even love. That’s what.