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Not Done by Ladies

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Reads 118
Votes 22
Parts 9
Time 26m

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Everyone in the Ton has secrets.  Lady Bess is no exception.  Hiding beneath the manners and machinations of a London season, Bess longs for the freedom granted to married mistresses of estates, a life far away from the over watchful eyes of her father's home.  But the season is drawing to a close, and Bess has not yet found one to whom being tied would not be a greater imposition.   
Eager for the independence of married life, she sets her sights on the mysterious and brand new Viscount Ashford.  But as the society of the regency era gives way to the morals of the Victorian era, will Bess be able to maintain her lifestyle?All Rights Reserved

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The Reluctant Vicountess (Davenport Diaries 1) by cradle_life

In an effort to keep her family's name from sinking into scandal and slander, Lady Francesca Davenport, second eldest daughter to the Duke of Winchestim, agrees to replace her sister as bride to James Winthorpe, Viscount of Hester. As the rest of her family enjoys the season in London, Francesca is taken deep into the country to live at Hester Hall with a man she has just met and whom she knows nothing about. Hester Hall and the Viscount himself are full of secrets. Will Francesca find the strength to handle all that is about to be thrown at her? Or will she come to regret her descision to be her sister's substitue bride.

The Case of the Season by robinwritesatt

[2022 Wattys Shortlist Finalist] In this mash-up of Bridgerton and Enola Holmes set during the Regency, Robin Ballard is sent to London to spend the season with her cousins, the Bridgertons, in the hopes that she will finally find a husband before it is too late, though she doesn't much care for the idea of matrimony. Similarly, the famous and very eligible detective Sherlock Holmes isn't interested in finding a wife, but has been hired to locate a missing heiress, which requires him to circulate amongst the ton, and he's having trouble because he lacks social graces. When he and Robin cross paths at a ball, they come to an arrangement that greatly benefits them both. She'll help him with the ton and he'll marry her, after which they can comfortably live their lives apart. But as they spend more time together, they find that close proximity has turned their ruse into reality.

Tea, Lycanthropy and Other Virtues by Jessieheningerauthor

In Regency-era England, Constance is powerless to change her social status or find romance no matter how lonely she might be or how much her family might depend on her. But when she's locked in a werewolf Lord's bedroom on a full moon night, she'll have to discover her own strength, and learn who to trust before she and her reputation are torn to shreds.

To Bewitch A Beast by greenwriter

"Deliciously captivating! It's the perfect amount of laughs, love and drama. You won't be able to put this book down!" - Grace K @ HQ. When Agatha becomes the Everard's governess, she's grateful for a way to escape her dark past. That is until her growing feelings for the mysterious Lord of the house begin to present an even greater risk. ***** The Everard's are one of the most esteemed families in Wickhurst. And Benedict, the Lord of Devonshire and the eldest of the clan, is as mysterious and brooding as anyone The Town has ever seen. His face is marked with scars, and no one dares to speak on how he got them. Known to all as 'the beast,' the townsfolk tremble in his wake. But little does he know that he is about to meet his match in Agatha Blair, his sisters' new governess. Agatha is witty, smart and gives him a run for his money when he tries to peel back the layers of who she really is. She truly intrigues him more than any woman he has met but she is a governess and he is a Lord. The Town would shun the union of two people from different stations and any romance between them is surely a recipe for social disaster! But what can they do when the burning hot feelings refuse to relent? And when Benedict uncovers that Agatha is hiding a secret far more dangerous than anything he could have imagined, will love save the day and will Agatha finally tame the beast? *This story is a standalone title in the Everard Family series. [Now a Hachette Audiobook!] [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

The Accidental Duchess by littleLo

When the arrogant stranger Bess is forced to marry unexpectedly becomes a duke, she'll find herself at odds with her growing feelings as he hunts for a killer. ***** Sharp-tongued Elizabeth 'Bess' Jones is perfectly content living on her lonesome in a tiny village south of Derbyshire. She works as a nurse, owns a small home, and finds the label of 'spinster' an agreeable trade for her independence. But when her entire life is uprooted in an instant, she only has one person to blame: her new husband, Emmett Wilde, who was caught in a compromising situation with her. And now, despite his promise to fake a death certificate after their wedding--to free her of any duty to him or their marriage bed--he sends for her in the dead of night with startling news: his father has been murdered, and he is now the Duke of Ascot with a wife he can no longer deny... [[Word Count: 60,000-70,000 words]] [[Cover designed by Ren Tachibana]]

Lady Sarah's Secret by Elliot_Katie475

Sarah is in trouble, so she's willing to fall back on an old betrothal contract to save herself from a lecherous guardian out for her inheritance. One problem - her last hope is long dead and now it's his brother with the title and estate. The brother she always loved... and the one who never wanted her. Can she keep her secret long enough to outrun her guardian? Or will someone recognize her while she hides in plain sight?

Betrothal by Design by Demri_Hess

After the death of her cruel mother, Vivian Pomeroy finds herself under the care of her domineering uncle. Ordered to secure a wealthy suitor during the London season-specifically the quiet Mr. Elias Stockwell-Vivian sees a chance to escape his control. Drawn to Elias but refusing to resort to scandalous schemes, she must balance society's expectations and her uncle's demands without compromising her integrity-or her future. Elias Stockwell, still recovering from a humiliating rejection that left him devastated, retreated from society to nurse his wounds. Now, with a hardened heart and no intention of risking love again, he returns to face the whispers and move on with his life. Yet something about Vivian stirs feelings he thought he could do without. Will Vivian's resolve to follow her heart earn her the freedom she craves, or will her uncle's schemes and society's expectations ruin her chance at happiness with Elias?

The Duke's Dangerous Wager by TenayaGatrell2

FULL VERSION AVAILABLE ON AMAZON A scandalous kiss sparks an even more scandalous engagement, but secrets and danger threaten to unravel their love before it even begins. *** At a masquerade ball, Tristan Hargrave, the Duke of Ashford, makes a reckless wager: to steal a kiss from the season's most elusive debutante, Isla Everly. But when his drunken bet shatters her reputation, Tristan is left with no choice but to propose. For Isla Everly, the path is clear: secure a wealthy husband to save her family, and avoid the man responsible for their ruin. But when the very same duke brazenly kisses her at the ball, her future prospects crumble. With no other option, Isla reluctantly accepts his offer of marriage. As she navigates her new life with Tristan, Isla discovers a man far kinder than the one she's long despised. Yet her heart remains hardened by his past actions. But when a dangerous figure from Isla's past resurfaces, threatening to expose a dark secret, she is forced to turn to the one man she vowed never to trust.

Wagered by emmehnim1

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The Forgotten Duchess by MoonlightHunter3

After fleeing her burnt village, a woman with a mysterious past takes refuge in the home of a reticent duke. Soon, feelings develop, but secrets that link them threaten their fragile trust. ***** Vivienne, a young woman from Flaxpool, is on the run after her village burns to the ground. On a chance encounter, she meets James, the stoic and reserved Duke of Lennox, at his countryside manor and he agrees to keep her safe. James offers Vivienne the chance to make her debut in society to land a husband. Between the soirees, operas, and balls of the season, the two grow closer, neither resisting the invisible tug that pulls them together. Regrettably the Duke of Lennox is already betrothed, and his station as a gentleman requires him to uphold the promise. James will need to choose between his mind, his sense of duty, and his heart. Will the two star-crossed lovers come together, or will their secrets tear them apart? (#1 in Historical Fiction) (#7 in Historical Romance) © 2020 MoonlightHunter3 All Rights Reserved.

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The Reluctant Vicountess (Davenport Diaries 1)

In an effort to keep her family's name from sinking into scandal and slander, Lady Francesca Davenport, second eldest daughter to the Duke of Winchestim, agrees to replace her sister as bride to James Winthorpe, Viscount of Hester. As the rest of her family enjoys the season in London, Francesca is taken deep into the country to live at Hester Hall with a man she has just met and whom she knows nothing about. Hester Hall and the Viscount himself are full of secrets. Will Francesca find the strength to handle all that is about to be thrown at her? Or will she come to regret her descision to be her sister's substitue bride.