Wharton

A poor village orphan. An unexpected fortune. Can she overcome her humble beginnings to find true love? Regency London. Lavinia Talridge is heartbroken. After the premature death of her mother, young Lavinia is left destitute, with no money and no family. Until, in a twist of fate, she discovers that she is wealthy. Before she can believe her new life of privilege is true, Lavinia has an arranged marriage to a handsome gentleman and a chance at love. But when the Viscount's son acts coldly towards her, Lavinia assumes her lower-class background is to blame. Afraid to go through with the potentially-joyless marriage, can the young woman find a lifetime worth of love? A Clean & Wholesome Regency Romance with a dash of suspense. If you like authentic women, romantic moments, and surprising fortunes, then you'll love this delightful love story.

An ethereal beauty. A darkly handsome duke. If she can't win his love, her family is doomed. Yorkshire, Regency England. Miss Catherine Conolly is surprised by a mysterious invitation from a wealthy uncle who hasn't spoken to her in years. Upon arriving at his formidable house on the Yorkshire Moors, she finds herself a pawn in his mischievous plan to gain influence over the enigmatic Duke of Rotherham - known as the Duke of the Moors. But enthralling as she finds the handsome man, his reputation and inscrutable manner are the subjects of much sinister speculation among the locals and the society crowd alike ...As rumours swirl around the duke concerning the untimely death of his former love, Catherine considers abandoning her uncle's scheme. But how can she escape the man who's awakened a passion she never knew she was capable of? Trapped between her family's pressure and the call of her heart, Catherine dedicates herself to sorting fanciful fiction from frightening fact. Will she find love, or will the duke's dark past be her undoing? The Duke of the Moors is a standalone, sweet historical romance with a dash of suspense. If you like strong heroes, romantic moments, and surprising fortunes, then this delightful love story will keep you listening deep into the night.

A broken duke. An unexpected arrival. Can her presence heal the man who swore never to love again? Seven years ago, the Duke of Devonshire's heart was shattered. After his late-wife's death, the duke immersed himself in work and duty so he could numb the pain. Despite his possession of immense wealth, a historic title, strikingly handsome looks, and not few possible prospects, he wants for nothing in this world — except to be left alone. That solitude ends suddenly with the arrival of a desperate letter from an old friend, containing his dying wish that the duke care for his daughter. The duke, unable to ignore his dying friend's appeal, orders the house to be prepared for the child's arrival — much-loved toys and dolls, a room with the best views in the front of the house, and a swing in the garden. Only a few days later, Isabella arrives at the luxurious Hardwick Manor. She is a shock to the duke — in both age and appearance. He was expecting a child, and not a stunningly beautiful woman! What fate awaits the woman who has lost everything? What of the duke who has sworn never to love again? An Orphan for the Duke is a standalone, sweet Regency romance. If you like charming love stories, honourable heroes, and lush period settings, then you'll adore Audrey Ashwood's touching tale. 200 pages. No cliffhanger.

The first three regency romance novels in the Wharton series: A Bride for the Viscount's Cold Son A poor village orphan. An unexpected fortune. Can she overcome her humble beginnings to find her happily ever after? After the premature death of her mother, young Lavinia is left destitute, with no money and no family. Until... in a twist of fate, she discovers her wealthy grandmother. Her new world of privilege doesn't just bring expensive gowns and jewels, but also a chance for love. However, when her love interest shuns her, Lavinia assumes her past is to blame. Afraid to go through with the potentially joyless marriage, can the young woman find a lifetime worth of love? The Duke of the Moors A woman on the brink of ruin. A wealthy and intimidating duke. Will his dark secret mean her destruction? Miss Catherine Conolly is surprised by an invitation to visit the remote home of her estranged uncle, the Viscount of Wharton, set on the Yorkshire Moors. Traveling by moonlight, Catherine and her mother are attacked by a dark, masked highwayman and his band of thieves. With nothing to give, they arrive unharmed where they're met by the Viscount's assurance of revenge. In the meantime, he insists that his niece try to capture the heart of the Duke of Rotherham. But, as handsome as Catherine finds him, she feels hints of familiarity — his stature, the shine in his eyes, the roughness in his voice. Is it possible that he is the very same ruthless criminal who attacked her and her mother? An Orphan for the Duke A broken duke. An unexpected arrival. Can her presence heal the man who swore never to love again? Seven years ago after his late-wife's death, the Duke of Devonshire's heart was shattered. That solitude ends suddenly with the arrival of a desperate letter from an old friend, containing his dying wish that the duke care for his daughter. The duke, unable to ignore his dying friend's appeal, orders the house to be prepared for the child's arrival. Only a few days later, Isabella arrives at the luxurious Hardwick Manor. She is a shock to the duke — in both age and appearance. He was expecting a child, and not a stunningly beautiful woman!