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Lord Day and Lady Night by RobThier
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The rich. The powerful. Those are the men Amy has always despised, because the only thing they've ever done is use her. So...what is she doing with HIM? Lord Patrick Day, descendant of a noble line, with enough arrogance for ten kings and the looks to go with it, is exactly the kind of man Amy hates the most. And yet, now he is the only hope she has. A sinister conspiracy. A young woman, hurt and broken. And a powerful man, who was never, ever meant to be with the likes of her. Together, can they take on the darkest depths of the London underworld?
War Prize (A Roman Britain story) by Happilyneverafters
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Aurelia, a Noble Roman woman, had heard of the savage British tribes, their mystic Celtic ways, and the battles the Roman army was fighting against them on their shores. The battles her soon-to-be Husband, Quintus Acquilla, was fighting in the name of the Eagle. But she could not have predicted that, when she crossed the ocean to be with him and fulfil the marriage contract between their families, she would be captured by a Barbarian War Lord and made to be his War Prize...
Tempest's Embrace by Angie8177
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"Free me and I will save you," he promised. ~*~*~*~*~ A Pirate in peril... Pirate Justin O'Shea is finally captured by his enemy, he had no choice but to sit and wait for his men to come to his aid. But, when his captor decides to bring aboard captives from another raided ship, he is stunned by the beautiful young girl that is willing to set him free. An exquisite Treasure to be had.... Tempest Whitwell, the young daughter of an admiral is finally returning to London from the Carribean. But, when her fathers ship is raided by ruthless pirates she is taken captive. Now aboard the Dead Nave, she's mystified by the man chained to the ships mast. A prisoner she befriends and later frees. Never trust a pirate.... Her sweet, trusting nature lands her in an impossible scrape. After freeing the captive that promised to help her, she suddenly finds herself the prisoner of the pirate "The Black Scourge", the irresistible Justin O'Shae. An undeniable attraction forms between them. One he must deny to protect her. Caught between his loyalty to the sea, a dreadful past and the forbidden desire for the young impetuous beauty, he knows she is not safe by his side and reluctantly returns her to her family. Now tormented with his forbidden desire he vows that she will be his. But betrayal, revenge, misunderstanding, heartache and fierce love are soon to follow. It's a love as temperamental as the sea where it all began and he would weather any storm to have her.
The Earl's Keeper by D_Brownie
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For fans of Jane Austen, Bridgerton series, period dramas and regency high jinx's. * Move over 'Pride and Prejudice', there's a new insufferably dark and handsome man in town. Did I say, man? I meant woman. One particular woman. As high strung as she is exotic: Mia Antoinette Zarah Arden is the Earl's keeper. Unbeknownst to him, she vowed to guide him in sickness and in health. Sworn to protect him till death do them part. She promised to make a man of him yet. Too bad he wants the all-inclusive perks of an honest woman out of her - one unyielding to his charms and refusing to reveal her secrets. Racism, high society, and hate crimes are the minefield of their new marriage, can it survive as old ghosts resurface to teach the half-breed Countess her biggest lesson of all? The challenge has been issued, with their eyes alone. Game on. [Book I in the League of Keeper's Series] Instagram @distressed_brownie https://www.instagram.com/distressed_brownie/ Disclaimer: no credit taken for any pictures unless stated otherwise, full credibility lies with the owners and will be credited as and where possible (and yes as per my latest update that terrible front cover belongs solely to yours truly!).
Rebellious Angel by Angie8177
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It all began with a promise While his good friend lay in his arms dying, the last words that came from his lips were "Please find Brienna and take care of her." He was entrusted with his friends' young daughter. With that promise, Gavin has come to realize that he agreed to more than he bargained for. He never imagined this young child could grow into a such a defiant beauty bent on avenging her fathers death. She fought with him, disobeyed his every command , had a rebellious nature that unnerved him but, with it all conquered his heart. The day Brienna's father died she swore the man responsible, Lord Alrec Defoe would pay. She vowed no one stand between her one desire. Until her heart betrayed her and became an ally to Gavin. Between ardent battles of wits and fiery words. Her defiance angered him. But, her beauty and passion melted his heart. Slowly but surely she was going to lose this battle of the heart to him.
The Beauty of Courage by randomthoughts96
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When a woman of famous and true beauty discovers she is to be married to a greedy and callous king forty years her senior, she must escape or else spend the rest of her life surrounded by ugliness.
Of The Dark  by GoodMorningOldSport
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She was a kind, everyday girl imprisoned under the tyranny of the Nazi regime. He was the self-righteous son of one of the most powerful men in the Third Reich. What kind of war will break out when these two worlds collide? - Suppression and subservience are being forcibly integrated into the life of Hana Amsel; a selfless and arguably naïve girl who has somehow found herself victim to the tyrannous and despotic rule of the Nazi Party homed in Germany. Though she insists that nothing could be worse than losing her home, freedom, and ability to proudly call herself 'German', her patience and implausible kindness are put to the test when she is forced to work for the man who spent a night violating her virtue. - Trigger Warning: Some scenes may be triggering for certain audiences with mentions of murder, suicide, rape etc.
Loyalty Or Honour (Book 3) by randomthoughts96
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The time has come for Hunter, the only illegitimate son of the late Lord Usani, to know the true meaning of family, loyalty and honour. The path ahead is fraught with danger. Three women will compete to win his heart. But which of them is honest and true? The choice will be in his hands but with everything else contending for his attention, will he make the right one? Treachery, heartbreak and death awaits him... (Third Book in the Honour Series) Read after Love and Honour!
Love And Honour (Book 2) by randomthoughts96
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Nothing has gone as planned. Logan of the Usani family had every intention of persuading the powerful Ricell family that he was worthy enough to marry their daughter. He knew it would not be easy, he knew it would take remarkable effort and sacrifice on his part but he was willing. His love for her is strong. Everything changes when he is accused of killing her brother and the blood lining his clothes tells no other story. Will their love survive or will it die with him? A storm is brewing and a war could be on the horizon. Can the Usani family find out what really happened and save their brother or will they be too late? (Book Two of the Honour series)
Bound By Honour (Book 1) by randomthoughts96
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Two lands, one much richer than the other. A betrothal is suggested. Wolfe and Raven are to be married, or at least that is what Sparrow believes when she arrives to wish her sister well. The betrothal is broken and Sparrow is bound by honour to find another solution to unite the two lands. An offer is given but she is too stubborn to accept. But she may have met her match. Wolfe will do anything to get his own way. Their story is only just beginning... 28/12/16 #2 highest rating (Book One of the Honour series)