Wayward Dukes' Alliance

Lady Felicity Hathaway doesn't want a season, and convinced her father that she doesn't need one. It took little persuasion, as he didn't seem inclined to force her debut. At least until her aunt decides her reprieve is at an end and arranges her launch, warranting no discussion on the matter. She's to find a husband whether or not she likes it. Which she most certainly does not Well, if her aunt wants her to find a husband, she's in for a shock. Because seduction and ruination seem like a much better notion in her estimationAiden Weston, the Marquess of Redding, doesn't want a wife. He'd much rather be the rogue everyone expects him to be. But he attends a ball at his father's behest and discovers a vision he cannot forget. Her loveliness enraptures him, but it is her passion that ensnares him. They have one night filled with everything wicked, and then she disappears.Felicity leads Aiden on a merry chase. One that leads them on adventure, temptation, and romance neither thought they wanted.

With the death of his uncle, Henry Simpson, Duke of Eldridge, became guardian of his five female cousins. Given that they were raised by a strict vicar who allowed them no freedom whatsoever and forced pious prayer while warning that London was full of sin, Eldridge expected that they would wish to quickly wed and settle into stable domesticity after experiencing one Season. At least that was his hope until they fell under the influence of a most independent lady.Having reached her majority, and able to enjoy certain freedoms that are only allotted spinsters, Lady Penelope Johansen is in no hurry to wed. She has also learned much in her five and twenty years and when she meets the five sheltered sisters, new to London and enjoying their first Season, Penelope takes it upon herself to make certain they know which rules to follow, which rakes to avoid, and how to enjoy their first Season to the fullest. All would work out perfectly if not for their overbearing guardian.If only Lady Penelope would assist in seeing his cousins married instead of encouraging independence, Henry would welcome her interference. Instead, her presence is a torment and she does not like him very much.

She ran from the altar. He carried her the rest of the way.Lady Frances Rowley is no ordinary debutante-fiery, intelligent, and unwilling to be bartered off like a prized estate. When an unwanted marriage threatens her freedom, she turns to the last man she ever thought she'd ask for help: Johnathan Seton, Duke of Hargate. Her scandalous childhood friend. Her once-greatest regret.Johnathan has spent years outrunning duty, drowning in vice as a member of the infamous Wayward Dukes. But when he sees Frances again-bold, desperate, and breathtaking-he can't let her go. On the day of her wedding, he makes a reckless choice: he steals her from the church and flees toward Gretna Green.What begins as an escape soon becomes something far more dangerous-a journey of slow-burning passion, unspoken truths, and the unraveling of everything they thought they knew. With every mile, Frances begins to see the man behind the reputation, and Johnathan realizes the only thing he's ever truly wanted is the one woman he might lose again.But freedom comes at a cost. And as their pursuers close in, Frances and Johnathan must decide: will they defy society for a chance at forever… or let the past ruin their future?For fans of Sarah MacLean, Tessa Dare, and the slow-burn rogue redemption arc, Duke of No Return delivers swoon-worthy romance, daring escapes, and a love story that refuses to be tamed.

Logan Weston, the Duke of Templeton, never wants to remarry. Losing his wife devastated him. He has an heir. Another marriage isn't necessary. At least until a certain countess invades his thoughts. One meeting and she's all he desires. But she doesn't want love, and marriage is out of the question.Enid St. John, the Countess of Winston, has never been in love. She certainly hadn't married for it. With the freedom and independence being a widow affords, she'll never marry again. She's had plenty of lovers. After all, one didn't need to be in love to fall into bed with a gorgeous man. A certain duke makes her reconsider everything though, and she wonders if she's had it wrong all along.The question remains: Will they be brave enough to allow themselves to love one another or live with the regrets of happiness lost?

Miss Juliet Adams would be living on the streets if not for the kindness of the dowager Countess of Wyndam. Her father died leaving her penniless and without any prospects. The countess offered her a position as her companion and she leapt at the opportunity. She's content with her life, but she's also no fool. She fully realizes a day may come where she won't have the protection of the countess and then where will that leave her? So she's made plans, concessions, none of which includes love or marriage. Until a certain duke makes her question everything... Gideon Pryce, the Duke of Sinbrough has led a life filled with the most sinful activities imaginable. There's not much he hasn't done or would consider doing. He lives for all the decadence he can indulge in and as far as he is concerned there isn't enough in the world. Until one day he notices her. The one woman that looks at him like he's nothing. Women usually scramble to be with him, but not Miss Juliet Adams. He decides to make it his mission to change her view of him, and perhaps show her how much pleasure he can give her. Juliet is not prepared for the Duke of Sin himself taking an interest in her. He threatens every carefully laid plan she makes and he might just be her undoing. That is if she can't instead be his salvation...

He wears a disguise to discover the truth. She wears one to keep secrets.Transformed from pub manager to the Duke of Rutland overnight, Xander Whitcomb sees a chance to help the working class through his seat in the House of Lords. But first and foremost, he must learn his newfound role to navigate the peculiar rules of the Ton and circumvent an unexpected marriage contract to a titled lady he's never met.Lady Evelyn Allen, betrothed to the late Duke of Rutland as part of a familial alliance, finds herself at the whim of his successor's willingness to honor the betrothal. More importantly, she must ascertain whether she wants him to honor it. Masquerading as a maid in his household seems like the perfect cover to take stock of the stranger who holds her fate in his hands.When Xander discovers his new and rather fetching maid understands the ins and outs of London society, he requests her assistance. As teaching leads to moonlit dancing and passion, Evelyn is trapped in a web of lies. She's neither maid nor duchess, merely the duke's diversion. Maggie Sims began her love affair with romance before her teen years, drawn to the Regency by her mum's British influence. In her twenties, she did her best to live the Carrie Bradshaw life in New York City, albeit with less expensive shoes and more books.Despite reading hundreds of romance novels in her life, she was still blown away when she met the love of her life, an ex-Marine cinnamon roll with creative woodworking and culinary skills.Having retired from corporate life, they live in Central Texas and are parents to a varying number of dogs and cats. When not writing, Maggie is a wine enthusiast, a travel junkie, and a romance reading fiend. She also sporadically crochets for KnotsofLove.org and does just enough exercise for that second glass of wine at night.To find out more about Maggie's latest reads, favorite wines, and travel destinations, sign up for her newsletter and follow her on social media.