An illegitimate daughter. The son of an earl. A connection they cannot deny.Book 4 in "The Unconventional Ladies" series is now available! Read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited!Raised in a small American village after her mother passes away, Sarah Jones is sent a cryptic letter about the true identity of her father, an English nobleman. She travels to London in search of the man while she passes herself off as a family member of the aristocracy. No one is aware - not even her closest friends - that she spends her nights in a boardinghouse, making money by treating people who come to her for her healing abilities. But one night, a nobleman appears on her doorstep, nearly dead, and her life will never be the same again.Lord David Redmond, second son of the Earl of Kilkenny, loves his life of pleasure and in pursuit of fun. He has never been able to understand the appeal of settling down with one woman, much to his parents' dismay. Until one night, he suffers the consequences of a liaison that should have never occurred, and he finds himself out-dueled in a brawl outside a gaming hell. Left for dead in the streets, David wakes up to find himself in the hands of a beautiful woman who treats his injuries. But more than that, she sees inside his soul. Soon they each discover a connection they never asked for and are not sure they can live with. When she finally shares her story, he vows to repay her by finding her father. What if the truth of who they are is more than either of them can take?The Unconventional Ladies SeriesBook 1 - Lady of MysteryBook 2 - Lady of FortuneBook 3 - Lady of ProvidenceBook 4 - Lady of Charade

Lady of Charade (The Unconventional Ladies)

Romance

Publishing, Dragonblade

St. Clair, Ellie

Historical

Independently published

Her secret will save a legacy...The daughter of a famed architect, Rebecca Lambert has been raised among the nobility yet understands the circumstances of her birth. As a common woman, she will never be able to pursue her passion and become an architect as well -- at least, not under her own name. When her father slowly begins to lose his sensibilities and falls into debt, Rebecca becomes far more than a secretary, but rather the designer. No one, however, can ever learn the truth. He is duke only in name...No one was pleased when Valentine St. Vincent was shockingly named the Duke of Wyndham -- least of all Valentine himself. He made a career and a name for himself through the use of his fists, but all it led to was his brother's death. Now determined to become the man his family always wanted him by fulfilling his brother's destiny, Valentine is caught between two identities. A relationship that can never be...When Valentine hires Rebecca's father, she must complete the work commissioned to them. But as she spends more and more time at Wyndham House and the Duke's country manor, she finds herself hopelessly falling for a man she can never have. For the Duke of Wyndham must marry a woman of the ton for her dowry and respectability -- two things Rebecca can never provide.Will Rebecca and Val resign themselves to the lives chosen for them, or those they were born to live?For readers over 18 due to some steamy scenes.

Designs on a Duke (The Bluestocking Scandals)

Once Upon A Christmas Rogue

Wolf, Bree

Andresen, Tammy

Barnes, Sophie

Cameron, Collette

Eaton, Jillian

Snow, Heather

Mariel, Amanda

Collections & Anthologies

The same Christmas wish has haunted Emily Nicholls for years — to have a family of her own. But six years of marriage resulted in no children, and the widowed Emily now cares for others as a governess. She loves her work, and it allows her to care for her parents who can no longer support themselves. But it does not quite fill the hole in her heart.Lord Charles Blythe, Earl of Doverton, absolutely must produce an heir to prevent his loathsome cousin or the man's obnoxious son from inheriting. Since the death of his wife, however, Charles has no desire to wed any of the young, empty-headed women that society thrusts at him.When Charles impulsively tells his cousin he is to marry, he chooses the first woman he sees in the crowd at a ball. Shocked to find out she’s a governess, he nevertheless convinces her to join his family for Christmas to participate in the charade. They must fight their attraction, however, for Charles needs a son, the one thing Emily knows she cannot give him.Is there any chance for their Christmas wishes to come true?

Her Christmas Wish

Bradley Hainsworth, Duke of Carrington, has no time for the ton or their games, let alone finding a wife. He’s a man consumed with revenge and clearing his best friend’s name. All roads lead to one Gerard Durand, and Bradley won’t rest until he brings the man responsible to justice. When the opportunity to investigate further through Gerard’s alluring stepsister presents itself, Bradley can’t resist. Isabella Marriott knows better than anyone that her stepbrother Gerard is not above lying and cheating to get his hands on what he wants. She must find her grandmother’s long-lost diary without raising his suspicions in order to find the jewels that will provide her the ticket to freedom. Bradley is captivated by the beautiful Isabella, though he isn’t sure if he can trust the stepsister of the man he suspects. When they find the truths they are searching for, will they determine their feelings for one another are real, or simply a means to their own ends? Someday Her Duke Will Come is a 47,000-word romance with no cliffhangers, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily ever after!

Once Upon a Duke's Dream: A Historical Regency Romance (Happily Ever After)

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

The pirate... Eleanor Adams has only ever known one life, sailing the high seas with her father, the gentleman pirate captain. Her destiny is to one day assume command of the ship, continuing her father’s legacy of aiding the poor while eluding the Navy Captain who continues to hunt them. She despises the man for his relentless pursuit and is determined to be free of his chase forever. The naval captain... Thomas Harrington, second son of the Duke of Ware, joined the Royal Navy to escape from his life in society and find the freedom his soul had been searching for. Instead, he has spent three years attempting to bring the elusive pirate Captain Adams to justice. He disdains everything he believes about the pirate life and will stop at nothing to capture the prey that has eluded him for so long. Two worlds collide... The beautiful blonde woman he meets in a tavern haunts Thomas’ daydreams, until he finds her in the unlikeliest of circumstances. The freedom his soul has been searching for and the honor he so upholds clash within him as Thomas and Eleanor fight their desire for one another. As they question everything they’ve ever believed, can they find a way forward together?

Quest of Honor: A Historical Pirate Regency Romance (Searching Hearts)

Violet Harrington will marry for no reason other than love. The daughter of a Duke, her mother is determined to find her a suitable match, but she is holding out hope that despite approaching spinsterhood she will find the love she is looking for. Then one night she witnesses a murder in the gardens outside a ball, and it changes her life forever. Lord Joshua Greville, Earl of Wanfield, wants more out of life than that of a typical peer. He wants adventure, excitement, and to do something that makes a difference. He secretly leads a group investigating criminal activity, the latest affecting the peerage. When the daughter of a duke becomes entangled in his current case, he must act quickly to protect her. Violet is horrified to learn of her betrothal through an announcement in the newspaper. Despite her attraction to the man, she never wanted to marry a someone she hardly knows. Can Joshua convince her to go through with the marriage? Will she ever have a chance at true love? Together, can they solve the murder in the garden? Clue of Affection is a 38,000-word romance with no cliffhangers, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily ever after! While part of a series, it can be read as a standalone book. For readers 18+ due to some steamy love scenes.

Clue of Affection: A Historical Regency Romance (Searching Hearts)

After nearly ruining a young woman of the ton, well-known rake Benjamin Harrington is sent to manage his father’s floundering country estate. Determined to prove himself, Benjamin must fight the temptation presented by his beautiful new maid, who quite literally stumbles into his path. Sophie Carmichael was devastated by the death of her parents in a carriage accident and was placed under the care of her cousin, the Earl of Dunstable. The Earl soon makes known his wicked intentions toward her, and Sophie must flee, taking on the disguise of a servant. Sophie finds herself falling for her new employer, but when he invites a friend to his estate, Sophie must determine whether to tell the truth and risk discovery by her cousin, or face the risk of being caught in her lie. What will win out -- duty, trust, or love? Hearts of Trust is a 59,000-word romance with no cliffhangers, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily ever after. For readers 18+ due to some steamy love scenes.

Hearts of Trust: A Historical Regency Romance (Searching Hearts)

Paranormal

After three months of marriage, the husband of Lady Rosalind Branson falls to his death down the stairs of a brothel and Rosalind has but one feeling -- relief, as she is now free. She soon learns, however, that her dowry has been spent and the estate is ruin, leaving her destitute. The only option presented to her is marriage to her husband’s brother, a fate she refuses to accept.
William Elliot, Viscount of Southam, has a life of which many are envious. He has a fine estate, a pleasurable life in society, good looks, and charm. He also has a meddling mother, a trying brother, and headaches that plague him for days on end. When the woman he always wanted marries another, he agrees to allow his mother to host a house party in order to find him a wife.
When William’s brother gets himself into yet another spot of trouble, William resolves not to help him this time, until he recognizes the victim of Alfred’s latest scheme -- Rosalind Branson, a woman he has known since childhood, yet has never particularly noticed before. He is determined to right his brother’s wrongs and help the woman. Seeing no other option, Rosalind accepts the offer to stay for the Shandol house party, and both she and William are surprised when they find themselves falling for one another. Their growing attraction, however, is tested by Rosalind’s mistrust of men, William’s former attachment to Lady Olivia, and his mother and brother, who conspire against them. Can they overcome all that stands between them to find love? 
Loved by the Viscount is a 61,000-word romance with no cliffhangers, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily ever after! For readers over 18 due to some steamy content.

Loved by the Viscount: A Historical Regency Romance (Happily Ever After)

Because the Earl Loved Me

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