Marstone

A duel. An ultimatum. An arranged marriage.England, 1777Will, Viscount Wingrave, whiles away his time gambling and bedding married women, thwarted in his wish to serve his country by his controlling father.News that his errant son has fought a duel with a jealous husband is the last straw for the Earl of Marstone. He decrees that Will must marry. The earl's eye lights upon Connie Charters, whose position as unpaid housekeeper for a poor but socially ambitious father hides her true intelligence.Connie wants a husband who will love and respect her, not a womaniser and a gambler. When her conniving father forces the match, she has no choice but to agree.Will and Connie meet for the first time at the altar.As they settle into their new home on the wild coast of Devonshire, the young couple find they have more in common than they thought. But there are dangerous secrets that threaten both them and the nation.Can Will and Connie overcome the dark forces that conspire against them and find happiness together?Sauce for the Gander is Book 1 in the Marstone series, but can also be read as a standalone novel with no cliffhangers.

Molly Simons can't wait to see the world beyond Marstone Park, hoping for excitement and even romance. But is she ready for what she will find?As maid to Lady Isabella, the youngest daughter of the Earl of Marstone, a trip to London feels like an adventure to Molly. Footman Jem Langton will be going too. He's a favourite of hers, but unfortunately he doesn't seem to return her feelings.Molly and Jem have to work together to help Lady Isabella find a husband she truly desires, rather than be forced into a match of her father's choosing. A misunderstanding spoils Molly's pleasure in being with Jem, and Lady Isabella's kind heart leads them all into trouble. Soon, Molly and Jem find their positions and future at risk.Amongst the chaos, is there a chance for the two to finally understand each other and find love?Molly's Tale can be read as a standalone romance. However it is a parallel story to A Suitable Match (Book 2 of the Marstone Series) and is probably more enjoyable if you have already read that book. Expect to see a few familiar faces and get a further glimpse into the happenings during and just after A Suitable Match.

Phoebe yearns for a love match like her parents'. Revolutionary France is not where she expected to find it.France 1793Phoebe's future holds little more than the prospect of a tedious season of balls and routs, forever in the shadow of her glamorous cousin and under the critical eye of her shrewish aunt. She yearns for a useful life, and a love match like her parents', if such a thing could ever be possible for an unwanted, poor relation.But first she has to endure the hazards of a return home through revolutionary France-a nation suddenly at war with the English. Her aunt's imperious insensitivity soon arouses a suspicion that quickly develops into mortal danger. Can a stranger encountered on the road prove to be their unlikely salvation?Alex uses many names, and is used to working alone. A small act of kindness leads him to assist Phoebe's party, even though it might come at the expense of his own, vital mission in France. Ignoring his own peril, he is willing to risk all in the hope of getting them safely back to England.Unexpectedly, as he and Phoebe face many dangers together, he finds his affections growing towards the resourceful and quick-witted red-head, despite their hopeless social differences. Alex dismisses the possibility of a match between them, not realizing that she feels the same way about him.Before they can admit to their affection for each other, they must face the many difficulties that lie ahead.Playing with Fire is Book 3 in the Marstone series, but can also be read as a standalone novel with no cliffhangers.

He's looking for a suitable wife. She's looking for a traitor. It could be a most unusual courtship.England, 1794James, Marquess of Harlford, wants nothing more than to be left alone with his scientific research. Unfortunately his mother is determined to see him married and with an heir to secure the succession. Faced with a house party of her selected candidates, he finds himself drawn towards the least likely─and most thoroughly unsuitable─of the guests. Mama will be livid. While the other ladies are fluttering their eyelashes, Alice Bryant is sensible, kind and intelligent. Although he knows little else about her, James decides that Alice would do nicely as his wife.For Alice, an out-of-work governess, taking up a position as a lady's companion would be ideal-if that was all the post entailed. Espionage, no matter how righteous the cause, sits ill on her conscience.Alice does not wish to believe that the seemingly honourable and increasingly attentive Lord Harlford is capable of treason, but it's her duty to find out if he really is selling secrets to the enemy.They could make an ideal match… if not for the espionage. Can love prosper, or will deceit and subterfuge carry the day?The Fourth Marchioness is Book 4 in the Marstone Series, but can also be read as a standalone novel with no cliffhangers.

If you like spirited heroines confronting their difficulties with intelligence and courage, you'll love this series of four full-length Georgian Romances.Sauce for the GanderA duel. An ultimatum. An arranged marriage.England, 1777: Will, Viscount Wingrave, whiles away his time gambling and bedding married women, thwarted in his wish to serve his country by his controlling father, the Earl of Marstone. When Will is almost killed in a duel, Lord Marstone decrees he must marry.Connie Charters acts as an unpaid housekeeper for her poor but socially ambitions father. When her conniving father forces the match, she has no choice but to agree.Will and Connie meet for the first time at the altar. As they settle into their new home on the wild coast of Devonshire, the young couple find they have more in common than they thought. But there are dangerous secrets that threaten both them and the nation.A Suitable MatchBoth are seeking a suitable match. Just not with each other.England 1782: Lady Isabella is bound for London, to be introduced into society and marry someone who will benefit her father's ambitions for status and political influence. Will would help her, but he is called away on urgent business and asks Nick Carterton to stand in for him.Nick, a reserved scholar who relishes the quiet life, is finally giving in to his father's request that he seek out a bride. Instead of looking for a wife, he finds himself trying to keep Bella out of trouble. It seems neither is set for matrimony any time soon.A more than suitable match is right in front of them… if only they could see it.Playing with FirePhoebe yearns for a love match like her parents'. Revolutionary France is not where she expected to find it.France 1793: Phoebe yearns for a useful life, and a love match like her parents', if such a thing could ever be possible for an unwanted, poor relation. But she is travelling with her aunt and cousin in revolutionary, and her aunt's actions soon put them into mortal danger.Alex uses many names and is used to working alone. A small act of kindness leads him to assist Phoebe's party, even though it might come at the expense of his own mission in France.As he and Phoebe face many dangers together, he finds his affections growing towards the quick-witted red-head, despite their hopeless social differences. Alex dismisses the possibility of a match between them, not realizing that she feels the same way about him.The Fourth MarchionessHe's looking for a suitable wife. She's looking for a traitor. It could be a most unusual courtship.England, 1794: James, Marquess of Harlford, wants to be left alone with his scientific research, but his mother is determined that he marry and provide an heir. Faced with a house party of her candidates, he finds himself drawn towards the least likely─and most thoroughly unsuitable─of the guests.Alice Bryant is sensible, kind and intelligent. Although he knows little else about her, James decides that Alice would do nicely as his wife.Alice, an out-of-work governess, would be happy in her position as a lady's companion-if that was all the post entailed. Espionage, no matter how righteous the cause, sits ill on her conscience.Alice does not wish to think ill of the seemingly honourable and increasingly attentive Lord Harlford, but it's her duty to find out if he really is selling secrets to the enemy.They could make an ideal match… if not for the espionage. Can love prosper, or will deceit and subterfuge carry the day?