Read this classic romance by New York Times bestselling author Maisey Yates! When duty wars with desire, which one wins? With her life mapped out since birth, Princess Evangelina Drakos—known for her dramatic flair—hopes the minor scandal she plans to create will deter potential suitors. Hired for Eva’s security, unemotional bodyguard Makhail Nabatov never makes a mistake—but the impulsive princess pushes his resolve to the limits. It’s not long, however, before the beautiful and imprisoned Eva entices him to leave his bonds of duty and honour behind. Whilst their chemistry reaches fever-pitch, Makhail knows he knows he must deny his desire—for Eva is promised to another man… Originally published in 2012

Twenty-year-old Eva is the princess of Kyonos, a small island country in the Aegean Sea. Her dreams aren’t big: she just wants a life of wedded bliss with a man who loves her for who she is. But life isn’t so simple for princesses and it seems her dream will never come true. Her father has arranged for her to marry a man for political gain. But six months before the wedding is to take place, Eva’s got a new bodyguard—Makhail Nabatov, a man whose cool, calm demeanor never cracks and whose emotions never show on his chiseled face. He’s beginning to awaken feelings inside Eva’s heart that she herself doesn’t understand…

No one was saying anything. No one was telling the two princes or any of the palace staff anything, and they were getting worried. It was around eleven PM when there was the sound of commotion coming from the room, then silence, then the anguished scream of a man whose heart had been torn out. Itzel immediately threw up. Something had gone awfully wrong, and most of the people who had heard could guess, but no one dared to vocalize it. A few minutes later, one of the doctors came out to tell them that Zora had given birth to twins, a boy and a girl, but she had died in the process. In less than a year, Kimora had lost two queens. Worlds Apart is a story about a king who gives up his throne when he gets heartbroken, a princess and a prince who never knew they were, twins who meet and do not realise they are related, and a best friend who helps to bring a broken family together.

Harlequin Presents brings you three new titles for one great price, available now for a limited time only from December 1 to December 31! Escape with brooding bodyguards, untamed sheikhs and forbidden royals in these three stories. This Harlequin Presents bundle includes A Royal World Apart by USA TODAY bestselling author Maisey Yates, Woman in a Sheikh's World by USA TODAY bestselling author Sarah Morgan and Surrendering All But Her Heart by USA TODAY bestselling author Melanie Milburne. Look for 6 passionate new stories every month from Harlequin Presents!

STOP THE PRESS: THE SANTINA-JACKSON ROYAL FAIRY TALE--FACT OR FICTION? It seemed like every girl's dream: fall in love with a prince and be whisked off for your very own glamorous happy-ever-after--a royal fairy tale for Allegra Jackson and Prince Alessandro Santina. Allegra's headline-grabbing family hardly prepared her for a life of public duty, and sinfully delicious Prince Alessandro has always seemed virtually allergic to the idea of settling down in Santa Maria. Out of all the flamboyant, beautiful women his name's been linked with, the heir to the throne picked ordinary Allegra with the family from hell.... Is everything really as it seems regarding the tabloid's engagement of the year?

As a wayward Scottish heir returns to his family estate, he encounters a deadly plot—and an even more dangerous attraction—in this Regency romance. At sixteen, Alasdair Gilbride, heir to a Scottish earldom, fled the Highlands and an arranged betrothal. Ten years later, Alasdair must travel home to face his responsibilities. It's a task that would be much easier without the distracting presence of the most enticing woman he's ever met . . . After one escapade too many, Eden Whitney has been snubbed by the ton. The solution: rusticating in the Scottish wilderness, miles from all temptation. Except, of course, for brawny, charming Alasdair. The man is so exasperating she'd likely kill him before they reach the border—if someone else weren't trying to do just that. Now Eden and Alasdair are plunging into a scandalous affair with his life and her reputation at stake—and their hearts already irreparably lost . . .

Zarah Kadjar, a pampered Persian girl, is sent to the United States for her High School education and becomes enamored with life in America. When circumstances make it necessary for her to return home, her life changes in ways she never imagined possible. Her love of horses leads her down a path to becoming one of the most influential women in Iran.

Family comes first. Desire second. At least, that's how it's supposed to be... Lucian has better things to do than hunt down a creature who may or may not exist—a siren whose singing voice can heal anything. But with his brother's life depending on his success, he sets out, only to be distracted by a woman whose beauty is enough to stir the desire he'd long ago thought was gone. Unfortunately, courting her is as dangerous as the enemy hunting them down, for Siovon would rip his heart out before allowing him to find her sister. Siovon doesn't trust Lucian, no matter how much his every touch ignites her passion. After being held captive for the last decade, she will do anything it takes to find and protect her sister—including lying to strike a deal with the handsome vampire. If giving up her life means Calysta would be safe, then so be it. However, the more time she spends with Lucian, the harder it becomes to ignore the powerful truemate call binding them together. The line between true love and duty to family becomes blurred in this battle of the hearts, but Siovon and Lucian will learn the hard way that some sacrifice might be worth it in the end. That is, if it doesn't tear them apart first.

His kingdom for a cowgirl They go together like…chutney and barbecue. High tea and hot sauce. You couldn't come up with a more unlikely twosome than Jensen Fortune Chesterfield and Amber Rogers. So when the paparazzi catch the Fortune heir in a lip-lock with the free-spirited rodeo rider, Horseback Hollow goes wild. What is really going on here? Princes only fall for commoners in fairy tales, but who could blame Amber for crushing on Jensen? The sweet cowgirl can see the bighearted man beneath that buttoned-up Brit. Could it be that the simple life of the Hollow is exactly what Jensen needs? If only she can find a way to get him to see how she truly feels…and rope this aristocrat for keeps!

A collection of three complete holiday novellas from RITA Award-winning author Nicole Burnham's Royal Scandals series. Romance, Christmas, and royalty...what's not to love? A Glimpse Behind Palace Gates The Barrali family has seen its share of scandals. But what of those who work for the famous royals? This collection of three romantic holiday tales takes you to the Barrali winery, an elegant royal yacht, and through the palace’s secret garden to experience the passions of those who serve. Christmas With a Prince – A Christmas wedding at the Famiglia Barrali winery forces Holly Elliott to choose between two princes: one who holds a crown, and one who could break her heart…but fulfill her every fantasy. Christmas on the Royal Yacht – When April Dietrich left New York to renovate Sarcaccia’s royal palace, she also left her lover. But when Rock Fournier is hired as head chef on the royal yacht, will it cook up trouble for both their careers? Christmas With a Palace Thief – Palace security chief Umberto Niro defends the royal family from all threats, internal and external. When he finds his ex-girlfriend, a confessed thief, in the queen’s closet, can he choose between duty and passion? "Great food, great sex, exotic locale, and royal scandals...Enjoy!" —New York Times Bestselling Author Christina Dodd Don't miss a single volume of the ROYAL SCANDALS series! - Christmas With a Prince (novella) - Scandal With a Prince - Honeymoon With a Prince - Christmas on the Royal Yacht (novella) - Slow Tango With a Prince - The Royal Bastard - Christmas With a Palace Thief (novella) - The Wicked Prince - One Man's Princess ALSO AVAILABLE: - A Royal Scandals Wedding, for newsletter subscribers READER INTERESTS: holiday romance collection, Christmas novella collection, behind the scenes royal family, workplace romance, office romance, second chance, reunion romance, law enforcement hero, chef hero, happily ever after, HEA, royal family saga, standalone story, international romance, Southern Europe, winery, palace, castle