A Wager to Tempt the Runaway


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She’s a free spirit He’s a serious businessman Josefina Ricci has run away to fulfill her deathbed promise to her father to travel the world! During her stop in England, the free-spirited artist is embroiled in a wager—to paint an award-winning portrait of oyster businessman Owen Gann in exchange for room and board. Owen is her opposite in all ways, pragmatic and responsible, but as he reveals a wild, passionate side, might Josefina have found her greatest adventure…in him? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. The Rebellious Sisterhood Female artists…taking their world by storm! Book 1: Portrait of a Forbidden Love Book 2: Revealing the True Miss Stansfield Book 3: A Wager to Tempt the Runaway




Harlequin Historical June 2021 - Box Set 1 of 2


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Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders and muscled Viking warriors? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This box set includes: THE SPINSTER’S SCANDALOUS AFFAIR by Sophia James (Regency) Euphemia Denniston has accepted her life as a servant…until cynical, wealthy Augustus Rushworth offers her an arrangement that will give her one last chance to be the belle of the ball! A WAGER TO TEMPT THE RUNAWAY The Rebellious Sisterhood by Bronwyn Scott (Regency) Free-spirited artist Josefina Ricci is embroiled in a wager to paint businessman Owen Gann. He’s pragmatic and serious, but when a passionate side emerges, might he be the adventure she’s seeking? THE VIKING CHIEF’S MARRIAGE ALLIANCE by Lucy Morris (Viking) Warrior Thorstein rescues beautiful Gyda from a storm, leading to an unexpected marriage alliance. But after they share a fiery kiss, this high-status ice queen may not be the convenient wife he bargained for… Look for Harlequin® Historical’s June 2021 Box Set 2 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!




Lord Tresham's Tempting Rival


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Nothing in common Except an intoxicating attraction! Sharing a steamy kiss with Anne Peverett at a Christmas ball is utterly out of character for Dr. Lord Ferris Tresham. He’s far too busy treating London’s poor to court anyone. Until Anne is revealed as the herbalist who’s been treating his patients with her homemade remedies! If they unite forces, will Anne be a bigger threat to his practice…or his closed-off heart? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. The Peveretts of Haberstock Hall Meet the philanthropic Peverett siblings: unconventional, resourceful and determined to make a difference in the world. Book 1: Lord Tresham's Tempting Rival Book 2: Saving Her Mysterious Soldier




A Proposal to Risk Their Friendship


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An unconventional friendshipCould ruin their reputations… Respecting each other’s desire for independence, Lord Henry Cary and writer Melissa Taverner enjoy an uncomplicated friendship. Henry finds her amusing, intelligent company, but she’s also an attractive woman, and he’s alarmed to find lust sneaking in… Having always viewed marriage as a cold matter of convenience, Henry dare not risk their friendship with a proposal. Yet when their closeness sparks rumors, he might not have a choice! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Liberated Ladies Unconventional heiresses…full of big ambitions! Book 1: Least Likely to Marry a Duke Book 2: The Earl's Marriage Bargain Book 3: A Marquis in Want of a Wife Book 4: The Earl's Reluctant Proposal Book 5: A Proposal to Risk Their Friendship




His Inherited Duchess


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An exciting, passionate Victorian romance His unexpected inheritance? The dowager Duchess! With his promotion to Duke of Darlington after his cousin’s strange passing, carefree rake Logan Maddox must bear the responsibility of a new household shrouded in mystery… And no one is more mysterious than the newly widowed duchess, Olivia de Lacey. Uncovering the truth about his dukedom is one thing—unraveling Olivia is a challenge Logan never anticipated but cannot resist! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Daring Rogues Book 1: Miss Claiborne's Illicit Attraction Book 2: His Inherited Duchess




Miss Claiborne's Illicit Attraction


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A sexy second-chance romance He’s out of bounds… But impossible to resist! Miss India Claiborne’s life was upended when she lost her fiancé, and reckless rogue Carrick Eisley is the man she holds accountable. Years later, she’s furious to discover former carriage-racer Carrick is mentoring her impressionable brother in a dangerous race! But confronting Carrick ignites a desire which has long lain dormant for India… Can she forgive their past for a taste of this illicit passion? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Daring Rogues Book 1: Miss Claiborne's Illicit Attraction Book 2: His Inherited Duchess




Saving Her Mysterious Soldier


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She saved his life He awakened her heart Nurse Thea Peverett saves an injured soldier in the Crimea—only to realize he can’t remember who he is! She brings him home to England to help him recuperate. As Thea warms to charming, irresistible Edward, who understands her like no other man ever has, she forces herself to resist him. For one day he might recall his true identity and leave her behind… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. The Peveretts of Haberstock Hall Meet the philanthropic Peverett siblings: unconventional, resourceful and determined to make a difference in the world. Book 1: Lord Tresham's Tempting Rival Book 2: Saving Her Mysterious Soldier




The Art of Catching a Duke


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Be swept away by this sexy Regency A glimpse of the ducal heir Behind closed doors… Commissioned to paint the new heir to the Creighton dukedom, Guinevere is struck by Dev Bythesea’s presence. Raised in the halls of the maharaja’s palace, he’s unlike anyone she’s ever known, but she’s not the impeccable duchess Dev requires. Yet when he asks for one of her scandalously private paintings, it takes them away from the prying eyes of the ton—and into a world of passion that is theirs alone… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.




The Captain Who Saved Christmas


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A festive friends-to-lovers story set in Victorian England… Reunited with her captain …under the mistletoe! Mounting debts mean that Elanora is about to lose her family home, Heartsease. When her childhood friend, Captain Tristan Lennox, returns from war, she’s embarrassed by her reduced circumstances. Especially as Tristan has made his fortune and is excited about his first English Christmas in years! Yet she can’t help being swept up by Tristan’s festive spirit, even if she should ignore the intoxicating new attraction to her old friend… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.




Liaison with the Champagne Count


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Escape to a French château with this Victorian enemies-to-lovers story In a picturesque French château… A battle of wills is about to ignite! Julien Archambeau, Comte de Rocroi, has dedicated his life to reclaiming his family’s lands. Only Lady Emma Greyville-Luce now stands in his way. The British heiress is the new owner of the vineyard that’s the final piece of his plan. Much to Julien’s frustration, Emma won’t relinquish what’s now hers, and soon it’s not just champagne corks that start to fly, but sparks…of desire! From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Enterprising Widows Book 1: Liaison with the Champagne Count Book 2: Alliance with the Notorious Lord Book 3: A Deal with the Rebellious Marquess