The last person Lord Crispin Sinclair expects to see in a disreputable inn is the woman he's there to forget: Lady Caroline Fallowfield. He hasn't forgiven her for marrying another man—or forgotten their mutual passion. When she implores him to come home for his brother's Christmas nuptials, he agrees—if the now-widowed Caroline is willing to share his bed and take another gamble on love…

Juliana Wright is on the hunt. Her father discovered an ancient treasure map—and was killed for it. Now she's determined to find the treasure for herself in time for Christmas and escape the brigands pursuing her. To complete her mission, she needs the help of devilishly handsome Captain Rawden Wood, a notorious pirate revered throughout the high seas. He is the only one capable of protecting her aboard his ship, but Juliana knows that with one single touch he could dishonor her—and worse, reveal her biggest secret…

Harlequin® Historical brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! This Historical box set includes: WED TO THE MONTANA COWBOY (Western) by Carol Arens Rebecca Lane has always felt unlovable. But that all changes when she heads West to her grandfather's ranch, where cowboy Lantree Walker is there to protect her! A MISTRESS FOR MAJOR BARTLETT (Regency) Brides of Waterloo by Annie Burrows Major Tom Bartlett is shocked to discover the angel who nursed his battle wounds is darling of the ton Lady Sarah Latymor. One taste of her threatens her reputation and his career! THE CHAPERON'S SEDUCTION (Regency) The Infamous Arrandales by Sarah Mallory Even for dissolute rake Richard Arrandale, this latest bet is outrageously scandalous. But Richard doesn't care—until he meets the heiress's charming chaperon and the stakes are raised even higher! Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Historical!

Let the Wicked Wagers Begin... Lady Caitlin Southall's temper has finally got the better of her. She's challenged Harlow Telford, the Duke of Dangerfield, the most notorious rake in all of England, to a wager. She wants her house back. The one her destitute father lost to Dangerfield in a card game. But if she doesn't win their bet, she not only loses her home, she loses her dignity and pride and damn it all, maybe her heart... For the handsome Duke has decreed, when he wins, she must spend the night in his bed. Harlow Telford is amused by his hellion neighbor, Caitlin, or Cate to her friends, who seem to encompass everyone on earth except him. When she bursts into one of his private gatherings, he mistakes her for the entertainment. Her slap across his face sets him straight and raises the absurd desire to seduce the unconventional beauty into his bed. When she issues her daft challenge to win back her father's pile of rubble, the terms are set. And he'll do anything to win?except fall in love... A 39,000 word, Regency romance novella.

She was the only woman who could reform his wicked ways... Lord Anthony Nelthorpe had committed many sins not the least of which was his attempt to seduce the well–bred Jenna Montague Fairchild into marrying him. But that was three years past, before the war magnified life's conceit. Back in London, Anthony seized the chance to shake the wealthy young widow out of her deepening apathy. He hit upon a challenge: since Jenna was the instrument of saving his rascal skin, did she not owe it to all those heroes of war, and her sainted husband, to make him a better man? Now Anthony just had to figure out how to win this wager without wanting her all over again...

In the realm of Regency society, where desire is a dangerous game, One Wanton Wager follows Viscountess Gilford, Daphne Summerville, and the audacious Earl of Brunsford, Alex Beauchamp, as their clash of wills and magnetic attraction ignite a tempestuous love affair. Amidst stolen kisses and a perilous wager, they must navigate the treacherous waters of their hearts, discovering if a rogue's pursuit can lead to an everlasting love that defies all odds. In a world where desire ignites with a single touch, the Regency saga of the A Castle Romance series continues with a tale of tempestuous hearts and daring wagers. Delve into the captivating story of One Wanton Wager as passion collides with pride, and love's flames are fanned by the winds of fate. Daphne the widowed Viscountess Gilford, finds herself ensnared in a web of familial obligations and societal expectations. No longer content to live off the charity of her late husband's family, she resolves to chart her own path. Seeking a husband becomes her mission, though an alluring obstacle stands in her way—a rogue whose charms are as dangerous as they are undeniable. Alex Beauchamp, the audacious Earl of Brunsford, is a man with a reputation for charming his way into the hearts of women. From the instant his eyes meet Daphne's, he is captivated by the fire within her. However, his intentions are far from noble; he envisions her as a willing companion to his illicit desires. But Daphne is no damsel to be swayed by a rogue's empty promises, and she rebuffs his advances with an unyielding spirit. Undeterred, Alex devises a daring proposition—an irresistible wager that could forever alter the course of their lives. He offers to secure Daphne's future if she grants him the privilege of pursuing her affections, albeit in secret. The stakes are set, the challenge accepted, and the rules clear: each stolen kiss shared between them fuels the spark of a hidden passion. As their game of hearts unfolds, Daphne and Alex dance upon the precipice of danger and desire. Yet, behind the veil of their entangled hearts, a storm of emotions brews, threatening to shatter the delicate balance they've crafted. With each stolen moment, they risk unraveling the very fabric of their souls. In One Wanton Wager love's recklessness collides with reason, and the tempest of their emotions threatens to consume them whole. Can a wager born of mischief and longing transform into a love that defies all odds? Join Daphne and Alex as they navigate the treacherous waters of their hearts, and discover if a rogue's pursuit can lead to a love everlasting. In the game of hearts, desire becomes a dangerous wager, and love's flames are fanned by fate's daring hand. Get ready to be swept away as One Wanton Wager beckons you into a Regency world where passion collides with pride.

Two strangers are shocked to wake up together in a ramshackle country inn—and now they must solve the mystery behind the embarrassing scandal! “Vile seducer of women!” Of all the accusations Gregory, Duke of Halstead, has ever had leveled at him, this is perhaps the most offensive and the least accurate. But as he has just awakened naked in bed with no memory of the night before—next to a beautiful stranger—perhaps it’s time to reevaluate . . . When she regains consciousness, innocent Prudence is just as shocked. The duke can’t be rid of her fast enough—until he takes pity on her plight and rescues her from a local ruffian’s menacing leers. But as these two strangers begin to unravel the plot behind the scandalous circumstances that led them into such a compromising position, she discovers the delicious consequences of finding herself in bed with . . . a duke! Praise for Annie Burrows’ Never Trust a Rake “A funny, flirtatious, spirited romp.” —RT Book Reviews

A spoiled socialite uses a compromising situation to trap the wrong man into marriage in this Regency holiday romance. Wrong man . . . Lady Julia Whitney is at her wit’s end. Her perfect beau just won’t propose! But she’s struck upon a plan to ensure her marriage by Christmas. Between masquerades and mistletoe, she finds herself fully compromised . . . by the wrong man! . . . Right husband? Captain Dunbar cannot believe he’s fallen for this chit’s game! Now he must marry society miss Lady Julia with nothing to connect them other than incredible passion. But he’s about to discover that the best Christmas presents come in surprising, and delightful, packages!

When a proper lady attends a rakish lord's holiday party, the fun and games lead to a gamble for love in a “charming Christmas Regency confection” (Publishers Weekly). Alexander Edgware, Lord Xavier, has quite a reputation for daring, wagering, and delightful wickedness. But the wager before him is hardly his preferred sport: Xavier must persuade a proper young lady to attend his famously naughty Christmas extravaganza—and stay the full, ruinous two weeks. Worse, the lady is Louisa Oliver, a doe-eyed bookworm Xavier finds quite charming. Unable to refuse the challenge, he will simply have to act as Miss Oliver's protector . . . Louisa knows her chance for a husband has passed. But she refuses to retire into spinsterhood without enjoying a few grand adventures. When Lord Xavier's invitation arrives, Louisa is more intrigued than insulted. And once inside the rogues' gallery, she just may teach her gentlemen friends a thing or two about daring . . .