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When Washington Burned

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Ella Rutherford longs for independence. She has spurned all would be suitors and despite her mother's best efforts, finds herself all but settled on being a spinster. However, when tragedy strikes, Ella's hope for independence all but vanishes, leaving her to choose between her family's happiness or her own.All Rights Reserved

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The Reluctant Queen by TAHDULA

Born a Princess and widowed by age 19, Tye is now betrothed to the prince and soon to be king of a faraway land. She must now, once again, learn to love her new husband. And make him love her as well. Unbeknownst to her, she will also find she must untangle a plot of treason. If she can't, it can cost her father, brother and new husband, their lives.

Annabelle's Will by LeeleeKez

Born a slave, made an heiress, Annabelle must battle a society unwilling to accept her and a love that threatens to ruin her in order to keep her freedom. ***** Born a slave, Annabelle soon finds that fate has other plans when she's purchased by a man named Elijah Finley, who not only rescues her from an abusive master, but also gives her her freedom. However, her new life comes at the cost of another: Elijah has made Annabelle the heiress to his estate, in spite of having a son. So Henry Finley, unwilling to accept his father's will, is determined to regain his rightful fortune at any cost -- even if that means seducing his father's former slave... Content and/or Trigger Warning: This story contains some racist and sexist language that reflects the historical time period when it's set. [[word count: 80,000-90,000 words]]

Rediscovering Love by HHarrisAuthor

Carmella 'Ella' Camden, a curious and intelligent young woman, dreams of finding love and companionship. Despite her beauty and wit, she constantly feels overlooked by noble men during her social seasons, who only seem interested in her friends and relatives. Losing hope, Ella resigns herself to the life of a spinster. Meanwhile, Jeremiah 'Jeremy' Morvall, Duke of Darlington, returns to England after traveling for business, being left no choice he has to find a lady to shoo away the eager ladies and their mothers. Fate brings Jeremy and Ella together at a grand ball, where Ella seeks solace in the Duke's library, surrounded by books that have always been her faithful companions. Little does she know that Jeremy instantly becomes captivated by her enchanting presence. However, Ella's past experiences have left her feeling unworthy of such attention, and she dismisses Jeremy's interest as nothing more than a fleeting curiosity. As Jeremy persistently pursues Ella's affections, the walls around her heart begin to crumble. But can Ella overcome her insecurities and allow herself to believe in love once more? Will Jeremy's true motives be exposed, or will he prove himself to be a genuine and devoted suitor? "Rediscovering Love" is a heartwarming historical romance that explores themes of self-discovery, overcoming past disappointments, and finding love when least expected. Readers will be swept away on a journey filled with tender moments, unexpected twists, and the undeniable power of true love. #1 IN HISTORICAL - 18TH JUNE 2024 #2 IN HISTORICAL - 31ST OCTOBER 2024

The Governess by regencyromantic

In Regency England, young governess Violet is much to used to being on her own, with only her pupils at the Langley estate to keep her company. But when her employer's brother, Edmund comes to stay at the estate, he takes an unlikely interest in her. Edmund sees and appreciates her like no other. Violet begins to find herself opening her heart to love, only to be constantly reminded the one thing she wants, is the one thing thing she cannot have. Edmund Langley has always had a difficult relationship with his older brother, who is on the brink of loosing the Langley estate due to a gambling addiction. Edmund is hesitant to help, until he meets Violet, who teaches him to be loving and selfless, even to those who might not deserve it. Falling in love with a governess is the last thing Edmund should be doing, especially when marrying rich could save his family. But you cannot choose who you love. Soon Edmund and Violet find themselves in a tangle of secrets, lies, and blackmail, but is it all worth it, in the name of love?

sᴀғᴇ///Jack Dylan Grazer x Fem Reader ||𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗗 by kgafandoms

Y/n's life has never been easy since her dad left. Her mom laced up on drugs and alcohol making her very abusive. She's grateful for the friends she has but when they aren't with her her bully she doesn't help. what will happen when her crush that she fell for a long time ago saves her from the bullying she doesn't deserve? read to find out.

THE ASSIGNMENT OF LOVE by meerabwrites

A man who hates marriage, has to marry his old classmate who was his father's friend's daughter due to circumstances in his father's health.. he made a plan to cut off with her after the wedding... But the plan works opposite on him...due to this a rough attitude between them developed... And the war between his ego and love has started..

Strangers To Lovers by marie200013

In a world where devotion and love clash, Ella Smith finds herself at a fork in the road. Driven by her need to provide for her family, she sets out on a dangerous quest to rescue her brother who has been falsely convicted from the grip of a cruel system. Then along comes charming billionaire Luke Connor with a unique proposition. He gives Ella a ten thousand dollar lifeline if she would only pose as his girlfriend. It's a calculated effort to lessen the constant strain from his high-society background, where getting a good wife is a difficult task. The distinction between pretense and desire becomes more hazy as Ella explores Luke's lavish world. A surprising romantic relationship emerges, adding to the complexity of their plan. But in the middle of all the glamor and flash, Ella discovers a shocking truth: there could be a connection between the Connors and her brother's false conviction. Ella's increasing feelings for Luke and her unyielding will to find the truth are causing her heart to race in different directions. She is in a world of luxury, secrets, and intrigue where she needs Luke's assistance more than ever since the stakes are so high. Failing would mean losing her own life as well as her brother's freedom. Ella's journey is told in a gripping story of love, sacrifice, and suspense in which every decision she makes might result in safety or disaster.

Discovering the Devil by yahsss

FOR FANS OF BRIDGERTON All Penelope wants to do is become a spinster in peace. The problem is, no one will let her. Eligible bachelors from all over descend on her mother's castle to win her hand, and Penelope is forced to bat her eyes and pretend they've been rejected because they haven't succeeded in getting her to fall in love. In reality, after ten proposals and a tizzy of admirers, Penelope doesn't believe she's capable of it. When her mother catches wind of Penelope's plans to stay unmarried, she forces her into an ultimatum: marry the duke who has just proposed or be cut off. Harry is known by dozens of names, the Devil and Satan being the kindest among them. Falsely accused of slaying his half-brother and disowned by his father, Harry is forced to live as an outcast shrouded in the blackest of rumors. When his housekeeper dies, despite all his attempts to appeal to the peasantry, not a single applicant turns up. Harry is forced to resort to an unlikely, half-baked scheme with a girl he can't stand. She will be his housekeeper in order to scare her mother out of an ultimatum and he will use the presence of a lady to attract a real replacement. It will be a simple, loveless transaction...as long as they're able to resist each other... *Hades and Persephone retelling* *completed* ----- #86 in historicalromance 8/5/23

first impressions by longbobmckenzie

Unlike most eligible young ladies, Clara Bergstrom is in no hurry to marry. She can afford to take her time to find the right match that will make her happy, and until then, she's content to live with her brother and his new wife. But when she meets the dashing Robert McKenzie and they get off on the wrong foot, she has no idea just how much her plans are about to change. A Regency AU.

Loving the Enemy by PhoenixP01

What happens when you put two people who don't want to be together in a week-long country house party? Adelaide Kendall has hated Philip Wyndham far longer than she had been in love with him (which was all of five days). Philip Wyndham has lusted after his good friend's sister far longer than he wants to (and she needs to keep away from him). So when they're forced to inhabit the same space for one week, what else could possibly happen except for...loving the enemy?

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The Reluctant Queen

Born a Princess and widowed by age 19, Tye is now betrothed to the prince and soon to be king of a faraway land. She must now, once again, learn to love her new husband. And make him love her as well. Unbeknownst to her, she will also find she must untangle a plot of treason. If she can't, it can cost her father, brother and new husband, their lives.