Betina Krahn

"New York Times"-bestselling author Krahn follows "A Good Day to Marry a Duke" with the second installment of this Victorian-set series--a warmhearted and witty new romance filled with sparkling surprises. Original.inal.

The Girl with the Sweetest Secret

From New York Times bestselling author Betina Krahn comes a tale of passion, adventure, and a most regal romance . . . Fiercely independent, and wholly devoted to her subjects, Crown Princess Thera of Mercia must marry before she can become Queen. But the beauty’s reluctance to choose a husband has plunged her into peril far from home—and into the arms of a handsome rescuer. Powerful, hot-blooded mercenary Saxxe Rouen has better things to do than fight a crowd of drunken brutes. After all, there is little profit in saving a demoiselle in distress—or is there? His valor should be repaid, if not in silver, then in another kind of reward: Lovely, fiery Thera will spend one night in his bed. Once safe, Thera didn’t expect to face yet another danger—her attraction to the beguilingly charming warrior. But as a battle of wits ensues, one night may lead to three. And a proud princess may discover the pleasure of surrendering her heart—while Saxxe may find the kingdom, and the love, he was truly meant to win . . . Previously titled The Princess and the Barbarian Praise for Betina Krahn’s previous novels “Daisy's free spirit is contagious. . . . Krahn returns to historical romance with a barn burner of a love story.” —Kirkus Reviews “Krahn has a delightful, smart touch.” —Publishers Weekly “Smart, romantic . . . sure to delight readers.” —Milwaukee Journal Sentinel “Betina Krahn is a treasure.” —BookPage

Three Nights with the Princess

White Knight Needed

A Good Day to Marry a Duke

Upset when her father orders an arranged marriage for her, independent and headstrong Brien Weston decides to escape the unwanted nuptials by finding her own husband, offering a shocking proposal to shipbuilder Aaron Durham, a man who has rejected his father's title and fortune to pursue his own dreams. Original.

Not Quite Married

Lovely but softhearted Diamond Wingate has terrible trouble saying "no," and so far she has managed to keep her three fiance+a7s a secret, but when a dangerously attractive entrepreneur arrives from the West, neither of them will want to say "no." Original.

The Soft Touch

Celeste Ashton receives negative attention from handsome scientist Titus Thorne after the controversial publication of her observations on ocean life, dolphins, and mermaids, but their fiery clashes create sparks that neither had ever expected. Original.

The Mermaid

From New York Times bestselling author Betina Krahn comes a sparkling new historical romance series that will ignite the spirit, and the heart as two people trapped into an unwanted engagement arranged by their business rival fathers must weather scandal and burgeoning mutual attraction that will either forge a true partnership or be the ruin of both their families. Filled with with Betina's signature sparkling wit, the battle of wills between these two lovers are sure to captivate readers When dashing, determined bachelor Rafe Townsend, and beautiful, impetuous Lauren Alcott are trapped into an engagement by their powerful business magnate fathers, their attraction suggests there may be pleasurable compensations to matrimony after all. Until an outing together puts a damper on their future... Lauren is appalled when Rafe refuses to help two women whose boat has overturned on a river. Stripping her outer clothing, she dives in to rescue them herself--delighting a nearby reporter. Soon newspapers and scandal sheets have labeled Rafe as less than heroic, for all of London to see, while Lauren is viewed by many as brazen. Besieged by scandalous rumors, and with both their reputations in the balance, what ensues is a prickly scheme that will either forge a partnership of deception--or blaze a path to true love...

Hero Wanted

“A fearless, irrepressible heroine and a hero who matches her every move meet in a complex, richly plotted story” by the New York Times bestselling author (Library Journal). When Frances Bumgarten encounters a handsome stranger in her kitchen in the middle of the night, her first impulse is to wallop the scoundrel on the head with a bread paddle. And when Frankie discovers he is “The Fox,” a disarmingly arrogant purveyor of gossip among England’s aristocracy, she’s tempted to take a second swing . . . Never mind that Reynard Boulton, nephew of the Viscount Tannehill, is returning her inebriated uncle safely home. This chiseled intruder has sparked an infuriating physical sensation unlike anything the feisty Nevada silver heiress has experienced. In fact, the noblemen of London are so dull, Frankie’s sworn off marriage entirely. She will, however, help her younger sister win her own love match—even if it means secretly enlisting Reynard’s enquiring mind . . . But secrets, as Reynard knows too well, can be costly. For Frankie is yet unaware that a villainous duke is scheming to claim her—and ruin him. Soon they’re racing to uncover the truth—and fueling a passion that won’t stay hidden . . . This ebook contains bonus content on book research and a Q&A with the author! “Krahn once again strikes the perfect balance between sharp wit and sexy romance.” —Booklist “There’s nothing I love better than a fabulous romance that has more on its mind than just the central relationship. And oh boy, does this one deliver.” —Bookpage

Joanne Rock

Lori Borrill

Three stories of women looking for their perfect man.

The Chase\The Takedown\The Satisfaction

Manhunting

Hiding business savvy behind a beautiful face and a gentle heart, Madeline Duncan is outraged when court-appointed barrister Lord Cole Mandeville attempts to manage her newly inherited estate.

The Unlikely Angel

She devised her own standards for the perfect man. Now, can she resist him? Betina Krahn, the New York Times bestselling author of Sweet Talking Man and The Soft Touch, is at her most charming and witty in this enchanting tale of unlikely love. She vowed never to be married.... Sister Eloise was perhaps the most well intentioned novice at the Convent of the Brides of Virtue — and the one always in the most trouble. Headstrong and earnest, she was determined to surprise her frustrated abbess and succeed in her latest role as the convent’s new husband judge. But to do so this modest beauty, who had forsaken all carnal pleasure, must judge a warrior whose mere presence exuded a dangerous, unpredictable, and totally male sensuality. He’d do anything to be a husband.... Peril, earl of Whitmore, needed a virtuous wife in the worst possible way. And he could think of no way worse than taking a stubborn, opinionated young novice back to his blighted estate and proving he was husband material. But in the days and nights to come he finds that the one test he can’t pass is resisting this maddeningly irresistible woman. And as the dark secret of the Whitmore estate is revealed and their passion ignited by a single forbidden touch, they find that the perfect match is often made in a far more sensuous place than heaven.

A Novel

The Husband Test

Hope Tarr

Jacquie D'Alessandro

Zeit der Hoffnung, Zeit der Liebe? von KRAHN, BETINA Alle Jahre wieder, seit ihr Verlobter starb, würde Claire am liebsten vor dem Weihnachtsfest fliehen! Doch in diesem Jahr landet sie unversehens mit einem faszinierenden Fremden unterm Mistelzweig. Kann sein Kuss sie überzeugen: Vergiss die Vergangenheit - die Liebe wartet? Mein Engel der Weihnacht von D'ALESSANDRO, JACQUIE Zum Fest der Liebe werden Grace und Sebastian ihre Verlobung bekannt geben, glaubt Lady Adelaide verzweifelt. Denn Sebastian ist der Mann, den sie liebt - und Grace ihre jüngere Schwester! Aber Weihnachten ist nicht umsonst die Zeit der kleinen und großen Wunder ... Ein Weihnachtsmärchen in London von TARR, HOPE Fionas Zukunft scheint allein ihrer kleinen Buchhandlung zu gehören - bis ein mysteriöser Mann durch die Tür tritt und ihr Herz in seltsame Schwingungen versetzt. So, als würden sich ihre Seelen schon lange lieben und sich dieses Jahr zur Weihnachtszeit finden ...

Zeit der Hoffnung, Zeit der Liebe? / Mein Engel der Weihnacht / Ein Weihnachtsmärchen in London /

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Der Liebesfluch

New York Times bestselling author Betina Krahn breathes life into history in a spellbinding tale of a legendary swordswoman, a time of bloodlust and myth, and a love story so powerful it will take your breath away. A Woman’s Heart Strong, stunning, and breathtakingly fierce…Aaren Serricksdotter is the eldest daughter of a Viking sword stealer and a beautiful Valkyr. But for the power of a long-ago enchantment, none shall know the true secrets of her heart–perhaps, not even herself. A Man Beguiled Heir to the Norse high-seat, Jorund Borgerson is torn between the ferocious legacy of his clan–and his secret vow to bring peace to his people. Until he meets a distant clansman’s daughter, a ravishing warrior who rouses Jorund like no other. Bound together by a force as mysterious as it is powerful, Jorund and Aaren must discover the secret of their remarkable union. For in this time of violence and chaos, two great warriors must prepare for a final battle–a journey beyond the bloodshed...to a true enchantment that is the birthright of every man and woman who has ever loved.

The Enchantment

Brimming with romance and adventure, New York Times bestselling author Betina Krahn’s thrilling new series reveals the hero in every man . . . Just as Barclay Howard declares himself finished with the idea of true love and in pursuit of the more pragmatic “free love,” he is thrust into another sort of commitment: guardian to his little nephew. Barclay hasn’t a clue about children and now must quickly relocate to his family estate. But when he is swept up in the raid of a free love gathering and jailed with a lovely, cultured, innocent bystander, things become more complicated—or perhaps simpler . . . Norah Capshaw was fleeing a brute when she found herself swept into a lecture hall, jailed, and jobless. Without a penny or a relative to her name, she has sworn never rely on others, much less look for a hero. But she can’t resist Barclay’s offer of a position as tutor to his nephew. In fact, despite her distrustful nature, it’s hard to resist Barclay. Soon, with their attraction growing, and a mysterious man still following her, the two embark on a journey into the southern uplands of Scotland—and into the heart of a great love neither expected . . . Praise for Hero Wanted “This heated kisses-only story is fast-paced and delightful fun, grounded in authentic historical detail.” —Bookpage STARRED REVIEW “Memorable characters. . . . This will best suit readers who like plenty of action mixed in with their romance.” —Publishers Weekly “Sir Walter Scott himself would be pleased with all the feats of derring-do and acts of bravery RITAaward-winning Krahn deftly packs into the laughter-infused, sexy-as-sin plot in the launch of her fun new Victorian-set series.” —Booklist

Mariah Eller was only trying to save her inn from being trashed. So how did the widow manage to attract the unwanted—and erotic—attention of the Prince of Wales? Not that being desired by royalty is necessarily bad… Only, Mariah much prefers the prince's best friend…. Jack St. Lawrence is very tempting, and very loyal. And he knows that the prince gets involved only with married women. So he figures sexy Mariah is safe…until the prince demands Jack find her a husband! The problem? Jack and Mariah can't fight their sizzling attraction. And once they give in to their desires, the situation is even worse. Because the prince's man has found a husband for Mariah. Himself…

Make Me Yours

More Than Words: Bestselling authors & Real-life heroines We all have the power to effect change-we just need to find the strength to harness it. With every good deed done, and helping hand offered, we are making the world a better place. The dedicated women selected as this year's recipients of Harlequin's More Than Words award have changed many lives for the better, through their compassionate hearts and unshakable commitment. To celebrate their accomplishments, bestselling authors have written stories inspired by these real-life heroines. In this book, Betina Krahn honors the work of Donna Fischer, the Arizona program coordinator for Casting for Recovery, a national non-profit organization that runs fly-fishing retreats for women who have or have had breast cancer. We hope More Than Words inspires you look inside your heart and to get in touch with the heroine inside of you.

Hooked

New York Times bestselling author Betina Krahn’s passionate romance classic goes behind the closed doors of Tudor England’s royal court—to reveal glittering surprises . . . UNDER THE QUEEN’S EYE . . . As Queen Elizabeth’s prized new lady-in-waiting, Corrina Huntington is beautiful, innocent, and eager to know the world beyond her sheltered home—especially the mysteries of love. Despite the queen’s vow of protection, Corrie soon finds herself swept into the intrigues of the court, rampant with plots and pleasures—and discovers more than she ever imagined . . . Manly and magnificent, Count Rugar Kalisson swears vengeance on the insulting, overbearing English who scorn him for his Swedish heritage. He vows to best the vain queen’s knights in contest, and her ladies in seduction—including her latest pet. Love is not part of his plan, yet he and the sheltered English rose are soon drawn together by a reckless passion—a forbidden bond that will not only inflame the wrath of a jealous Queen, but provoke a diplomatic scandal . . . Praise for A Good Day to Marry a Duke “The very essence of romance . . . endlessly entertaining.” —Booklist (Starred Review) “Readers will gallop through the lighthearted love story.” —Kirkus Reviews “Full of wit, deceit, manipulation . . . thoroughly entertaining . . . this amusing romance has set the bar high for the sequels.” —Publishers Weekly

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