Their explosive night is only the beginning in this desert romance by Pippa Roscoe. An oasis of escape In a life of duty… Star Soames has one week in Duratra to track down her family’s long-lost diamonds. Facing a fruitless quest, she allows herself an encounter with a gorgeous stranger in the royal palace. But “Kal” turns out to be Sheikh Khalif Al Azhar! Star awakens a curiosity Khalif hasn’t felt since a tragic accident made him heir to the throne. But surrendering to their attraction is risky when duty decrees he always choose country over their chemistry… From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all The Diamond Inheritance books: Book 1: Terms of Their Costa Rican Temptation Book 2: From One Night to Desert Queen

The life of Gertrude Bell is now the subject of the major motion picture Queen of the Desert, starring Nicole Kidman, James Franco and Damian Lewis Turning away from privileged Victorian Britain, Gertrude Bell explored, mapped and excavated the world of the Arabs, winning the trust of Arab sheiks and chieftains along the way. When the First World War erupted and the British needed the loyalty of Arab leaders, Gertrude Bell provided the intelligence for T.E. Lawrence's military activities. After the war, she played a major role in creating the modern Middle East, and was generally considered the most powerful woman in the British Empire. In this major reassessment of Bell's life, Janet Wallach reveals a woman whose achievements and independent spirit were especially remarkable for her times, and who brought the same passion and intensity to her explorations as she did to her rich and romantic life.

The definitive biography, mesmerizing and “richly textured ” (Chicago Tribune), that inspired the acclaimed documentary, Letters from Baghdad. With a new Afterword "Desert Queen...plucks Gertrude Bell out of the shadow of Lawrence of Arabia." —The Boston Globe Here is the story of Gertrude Bell, who explored, mapped, and excavated the Arab world throughout the early twentieth century. Recruited by British intelligence during World War I, she played a crucial role in obtaining the loyalty of Arab leaders, and her connections and information provided the brains to match T. E. Lawrence's brawn. After the war, she played a major role in creating the modern Middle East and was, at the time, considered the most powerful woman in the British Empire. In this masterful biography, Janet Wallach shows us the woman behind these achievements—a woman whose passion and defiant independence were at odds with the confined and custom-bound England she left behind. Too long eclipsed by Lawrence, Gertrude Bell emerges at last in her own right as a vital player on the stage of modern history, and as a woman whose life was both a heartbreaking story and a grand adventure.

The answer to his marriage dilemma is also his sworn rival! Discover this sheikh romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Annie West. With minutes to find his queen… he demands his enemy’s hand! Determined to save her cousin from an unwanted marriage, Miranda daringly kidnaps the groom-to-be, Sheikh Zamir. She didn’t expect him to turn the tables and demand she become his queen instead—and now, he has all the power… Zamir has a hard deadline: find a bride today or forfeit his throne and country. Marrying Miranda is the sole option, despite their mutual distrust and her disdain for palace protocol. But he never imagined their convenient marriage would lead to dangerously inconvenient desire… From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.

Harlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations. This box set includes: MARRIED FOR ONE REASON ONLY (A Secret Sisters novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Dani Collins A few stolen hours with billionaire Vijay leaves Oriel with a lifechanging surprise – a baby! He demands marriage…but can she really accept his proposal when all they’re shared is one – albeit extraordinary – encounter? THE SECRET BEHIND THE GREEK’S RETURN (A Billion-Dollar Mediterranean Brides novel) by Michelle Smart When tycoon Nikos emerges from being undercover from his enemies, he discovers he’s a father. He vows to claim his son. Which means stopping Marisa’s business-deal marriage and reminding her of their electrifying connection. FROM ONE NIGHT TO DESERT QUEEN (A Diamond Inheritance novel) by Pippa Roscoe Star awakens a curiosity in Sheikh Khalif that he hasn’t felt since a tragic accident made him heir to the throne. But surrendering to their attraction is risky when duty decrees he choose country over their chemistry… THE FLAW IN HIS RED-HOT REVENGE (A Hot Summer Nights with a Billionaire novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Abby Green Zachary hasn’t forgotten Ashling’s unparalleled beauty—or the way she almost ruined his career ambitions! But when chance brings her back into his world, Zach discovers he wants something far more pleasurable than payback… For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents August 2021 Box Set – 2 of 2

Wife—by royal declaration! Language teacher Molly Carlisle is furious when she is kidnapped by an impulsive young sheikh and taken to the kingdom of Djalia. Until she meets her abductor’s brother, and his commanding charisma sends a shock wave of need through her… King Azrael fights hard to resist the temptation of Molly’s bountiful curves, especially when a sandstorm strands them overnight in the desert. To protect her reputation from scandal, Azrael declares them secretly married, only to discover his tactical announcement is legally binding—Molly is now his queen! And Azrael is determined to claim his wedding night…

Caroline Popov, alone, heartbroken, and deeply in debt ends up in glamorous Palm Springs, California where Native casinos have just opened, offering employment to thousands. She lands a job at the Palm Oasis Casino where she is mentored by the charismatic tribal chairman, John Tovar. Embraced by casino culture, Caroline works her way up to casino manager of the Night Hawk, in the High Desert town of Joshua Tree. There, she is responsible for managing multicultural team members, satisfying the demands of often unique guests, and growing revenue while rooting out corruption. In the process of rediscovering her inner strength, she learns, you have to gamble like your life depends on it. Because it often does.

Duty bound at the altar… Passionately reunited in his bed! Desert prince Karim needs a bride to ensure his smooth ascension to the throne. Intelligent, captivating Queen Safiyah is the perfect choice, yet the pain of their broken engagement remains. This time Karim’s demands are simple: a diplomatic agreement, nothing more, for their country’s sake. But Safiyah’s reunion with Karim, the man she was forbidden from loving, is anything but convenient! Duty may have brought them back together, but it’s their undeniable bond that will force them to confront a still-burning desire…

The international adventure of a lifetime! Lose yourself in this enemies-to-lovers romance from Pippa Roscoe. Inviting his enemy onto his private jet… and into his bed! Billionaire Mateo Marin wants nothing to do with archaeologist Evelyn Edwards, his late father’s stunning assistant. Not when their work always came before his family’s happiness. So when Evie gate-crashes his birthday party, he’s outraged—if inexplicably drawn to her. Evie’s professional reputation means everything to her, and she needs Mateo’s help to save it. But embarking on a quest together around the world is more than innocent Evie bargained on. From Spain to Shanghai, each city holds a different adventure. Yet one thing is constant: their intoxicating attraction! From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.

The Greek billionaire’s world will never be the same in this page-turning pregnancy romance from Pippa Roscoe! Five months ago: their unforgettable night Now: the scandalous consequence! When Summer Soames landed in Athens, she wanted to find a missing piece of her past…yet found combustible chemistry with enigmatic Theron Thiakos instead! Just as quickly as their intense fling started, it dramatically imploded…and Summer was firmly shut out of his life. Now rumors bring Theron to Summer’s doorstep to discover her shocking pregnancy is as obvious as the still-sizzling desire between them! He’s determined to give their child the family unit he lost. But Summer’s trust isn’t easily won…and Theron’s secrets aren’t easily shared… From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all The Diamond Inheritance books: Book 1: Terms of Their Costa Rican Temptation Book 2: From One Night to Desert Queen Book 3: The Greek Secret She Carries