Although the story opens and closes in present-day Spain, the real beginnings are set in the early 1900s when, in Africa, the well-equipped army of the British Empire was being humbled by a few Boer farmers whose only uniform was a slouch hat and a bandolier over everyday work clothes. In England, with the wealth of the aristocracy in decline, Lord and Lady Blanchford-Carter decided to augment their dwindling finances by transforming part of their stately mansion into a high-class brothel for the upper echelons of society. Into this strange household came the young and innocent Helen Sarsfield to commence employment as a scullery maid. In Ireland, Helen's twin brother enlisted in the Connaught Rangers, and would soon depart for Africa, leaving behind his sweetheart in an Ireland rife with talks of insurrection; a place where James Connolly was reminding people that England's difficulty was Ireland's opportunity.

Enjoy this flirtation with the forbidden A position too good to refuse… A desire too strong to deny! After being abandoned at the altar, housekeeper Kate Winters has finally found peace working at a grand house. Until her new employer, Lord Henderson, unexpectedly returns, resolved to sell his estate. Determined to remind the brooding earl of the beauty of his home, Kate’s discovering the allure of the man behind the title. Scarred by her past, dare Kate risk her future by surrendering to this forbidden attraction? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

Powerful passions, forbidden desires – a lifetime of pleasure at his command! From gated mansions to ancient civilizations, from Roman generals to rugged bikers, explore Carol Storm’s magical realm -- a world of dominating men and defiant women! Polly Parker is a scientist thirsty for knowledge of alien worlds and vanished civilizations – but when she awakens hard-muscled warrior Jade Panther from his sleep of centuries the bright-eyed blonde falls into a sensual captivity that threatens to ensnare her very soul! Merritt Alexander is a strong, successful woman, used to having it her way and having it all – until a tough young biker with electric blue eyes teaches her the power of surrender! Alexandra, Brandy, and Clarissa are best friends backpacking in South America – but when they fall asleep in the shadow of an ancient stone idol they enter the realm of erotic dreams and life-changing magic! Sensible Alexandra finds herself serving as a Star Ship captain and answering the call of a broodingly sexy jungle warrior. Tough Brandy dreams of being a sexy jewel-thief saved from a life of crime by the old-fashioned discipline of a powerful billionaire. And dreamy Clarissa journeys back to ancient Britain, an innocent princess enslaved by a stern and powerful Roman general! Carol Storm combines the sweetness of old-fashioned romance with the provocative excitement of domestic discipline to weave an unforgettable tapestry of fiery passion and endless love. Publisher’s Note: This book contains elements of strict discipline, power exchange, explicit scenes and adult language. If any of these themes offend you, please do not purchase.