A duchess awaiting trial for her vile husband's murder is the most delicious gossip the ton has heard in years. But for Kate Townsende, the woman in question, it could be a matter of life and death. And when a shrewd and handsome nobleman offers to publish her side of the story while arranging for a barrister to take her case, she's tempted by much more than the chance to defend herself... James Bancroft, Viscount Medford, tells himself he's only interested in a bestselling pamphlet, but Kate's stubborn determination is captivating. Could the accused widow be telling the truth? At first, James isn't sure of anything besides his growing desire for her—but before long he's willing to risk much more than his reputation to make the infamous beauty his wife... Secrets of a Scandalous Marriage is the third Secret Brides novel from Valerie Bowman.

She’s at the top of her boss’s agenda… Agatha Havers feels totally out of her depth working for Luc Loughton. Hiding behind her shapeless cardigans, she is invisible to her boss… Until Luc discovers the tantalising curves Agatha has been concealing…and suddenly awakening his wholesome secretary goes to the top of his agenda! Agatha finds herself living a fairytale—until she’s brought back to reality with a bump…

The maid has a secret...and it’s getting harder to hide! Isla McBain is carrying famous hotelier Rafe Angeleri’s baby! No-one can know – she can’t bear for her heart-breaking past to make the headlines. But when Rafe learns about her pregnancy, he’s intent on sweeping her away to Sicily, and marrying her! Isla is drawn by the exquisite temptation of life with Rafe, but dare she step into the spotlight as Mrs Angeleri?

Chester Peyton, the Marquess of Astwick, has never forgotten his first love. Nor has he ever gotten over her. But now thirteen years later, time has come for him to finally settle down and do his duty as far as both his title and his dragon of a mother are concerned. Everything would be so much easier if Chet’s heart didn’t still belong to the enchanting Scot he gave it to once upon a time. After following her late-husband’s regiment from one end of the continent to the other, Lady Hannah Campbell returns to London a very different woman than the naïve lass she once was. With her two sons in tow, she now has to navigate the waters of the ton, which seem more foreign than the lands she has traversed the last dozen years. And all the while, she has to keep hidden the scandalous secret that made her flee England so very ago.

Can they do what’s right…without betraying their hearts? Senatorial candidate Byron Robidoux always does the right thing. And, after years of focus and dedication, his life and campaign are going exactly to plan—until a blackmailer jeopardizes everything. No one is supposed to know that thirteen years ago, Byron told a lie to protect a college friend. And now that lie could destroy his career…and threaten the woman he never stopped loving. Zoe Hammond hardly recognizes the refined and handsome politician Byron has become. The last time she saw him, he was the friend who saved her life by claiming to be the father of her unborn baby. For that, she’d do anything for him. Except Byron’s world of wealth, reputation and deceit isn’t a place where Zoe or her daughter belong. But when a menace from the past comes calling again, staying with Byron is best for them all. And, as the searing attraction between them builds, they soon realize some things are worth fighting for…especially love.

One snowy night. One very sexy man. One bed. What’s a young lady to do? Miss Victoria Hawkins is no stranger to secrets. After all, she is the daughter of England’s spymaster. Her most precious secret is the tender feelings she holds for Thomas Garrick, her father’s personal guard, but pressure is mounting for her to choose a suitable husband at an upcoming Christmas house party. Thomas Garrick has loved Victoria from afar as long as he can remember. His station would never allow marriage, so Thomas makes do with dreams. When danger lands on their doorstep, Thomas will do whatever it takes to keep Victoria safe… even from him. But, when the snow traps them in a cottage with a single bed and a bottle of brandy, the scandal of the season may be inevitable.

The truth will tear them apart... An engrossing novel about difficult choices and second chances that will enthral fans of DOROTHY KOOMSON and ERICA JAMES.

Though two gentlemen vie for her attention, the widowed Countess of Dansmere knows that only one wishes to marry her. The other, Mr. Dominick Markham, seeks revenge. Markham knows a secret that would mean social ruin for Elizabeth and her son. Determined to stand her ground, the countess has only to control her own wayward heart. Regency Romance by Beth Andrews; originally published by Robert Hale [UK]

The pleasure–seeking Marquess of Rossdale has little interest in his birthright and even less in finding a bride. So he comes up with the perfect plan to survive the Season unscathed – a fake engagement to a most unsuitable girl! Outspoken Genna, the youngest Summerfields, has no wish to marry. So becoming Ross's temporary fiancée will prolong her freedom. But with every kiss, Ross and Genna are faced with what they desire...a true match!

The first book in Valerie Bowman's sexy Secret Brides trilogy, Secrets of a Wedding Night HOW TO STOP A WEDDING Young, widowed, and penniless, Lily Andrews, the Countess of Merrill, has strong opinions on marriage. When she spots a certain engagement announcement in The Times, she decides to take action. She will not allow another hapless girl to fall prey to a man—particularly the scoundrel who broke her heart five years ago. Anonymously she writes and distributes a pamphlet entitled "Secrets of a Wedding Night," knowing it will find its way into his intended's innocent hands... HOW TO SEDUCE A WIDOW Devon Morgan, the Marquis of Colton, desires a good wife and mother to his son—someone completely unlike Lily Andrews, the heartless beauty who led him on a merry chase five years ago only to reject him. When Devon's new fiancée cries off after reading a certain scandalous pamphlet, he vows to track down the author and make her pay. But when he learns it's his former fiancée Lily, he issues a challenge: write a retraction or prepare to be seduced—to find out how wonderful a wedding night can be...