Jackie Barbosa

Wild and carefree Winifred Langston has nursed a crush on her best friend’s older brother for years, but Conrad Pearce has never deigned to notice her. Little does she know that Conrad has been concealing his attraction to her beneath his stuffy, respectable exterior. But when Conrad hears of Freddie’s plans for one last, wild caper before she’s sent to London for her first season, he’s convinced to teach her a well-deserved lesson. He intercepts her disguised as a highwayman only to find he can’t resist the sensual beauty hidden beneath the maddening tomboy’s exterior and what began as one sort of lesson becomes quite another… (Previously published as The Lesson Plan.)

The Highwayman's Hellion

The Lesson Plan

This short story (8,500 words or 25-30 pages, depending on your ereader) was originally published in the Mammoth Book of Scottish Romance. Excerpts from The Lesson Plan and Hot Under the Collar, also by Jackie Barbosa, are included at the end. Note: It is the author's intention to offer this book for free. If it is not currently free on Amazon, you can download a copy in mobi (Kindle) format at no charge from Smashwords or All Romance eBooks. COVER COPY Duncan Maxwell, laird of Lochmorton Castle, gets the shock of his life when he discovers the reiver captured in a raid on his lands is not a boy, but a young woman. Although she flatly refuses to tell him her name or how she came to be riding with a raiding party, Duncan cannot countenance imprisoning a woman in his dungeon but neither can he release her without compensation. Unable to ransom her back to her family, he treats her as an honored—though exceptionally well-supervised—guest. He takes to calling her Reva and determines to seduce the truth of her identity from her. There’s just one problem—the reiver may steal his heart before he can reveal her secrets.

A Scottish Border Romance

The Reiver

Hot Under the Collar

Lucas Delgado Guerrero’s skin is too brown and his accent too foreign for him to feel truly at home in England. Returning to Mexico, which he scarcely remembers, however, is hardly a choice. So he remains in London, publishing an illegal newspaper devoted to reformist and revolutionary causes. One of his most popular writers is the intriguing and mysterious Polly Dicax, who delivers sharp, witty screeds by messenger every week. At twenty-five, Lady Honora Pearce is too busy writing seditious treatises to pay much attention to men. Especially when marrying would mean giving up the very rights she argues for in her fierce diatribes. She is, however, intrigued by the editorials written by one of her publishers. Here, at least, is a man with worthy ideas and ideals. Not that she ever expects to meet him, since both their identities must remain secret. But everything changes when circumstances force her to deliver her weekly column herself and, on the heels of her arrival at the printer’s shop, the police raid the premises. To protect the shopkeeper and themselves, Honora and Lucas must hide together in a small chamber. They shouldn’t <i>have to</i> kiss, but somehow, they do. And when Honora finds she can’t stay away, Lucas discovers he can’t refuse her, even if he can never be more than her bit of rough.

A Bit of Rough

With his facility for languages and gift for diplomacy, Thomas Pearce is perfectly suited for his recent position in the Foreign Office. Or so he imagines until he receives his first assignment. Instead of a safe consular post in a friendly country, Thomas is going to France to rescue Sabine Rousseau, the illegitimate daughter of Britain’s premiere. Sabine and Thomas must make their escape, and it won’t be easy. Her uncle considers her a ticket to curry favor with Napoleon and won’t let her disappear without a fight. To avoid detection, the couple must pretend to be amorous newlyweds and this proves the most difficult task of all. Because it isn’t long before neither of them is pretending and every night, there’s only one bed. (Previously published as A Matter of Indiscretion.)

The Spy's Fake Bride

Angela Peterson was always the quiet, shy kid growing up in Harper Falls, crushing on the high school quarterback and honing her football strategy skills. Now grown up and coaching the high school team, she's shocked when that same sexy quarterback returns to Harper Falls, asks her back to his hotel room...and then tries to steal her job. Injured NFL quarterback Cade Reynolds is in Harper Falls to take over as interim head coach, and he never thought the tall, blond bombshell he propositioned would offer up any resistance. Not to a repeat of the amazingly wild night they shared and certainly not to his coaching position. But the Harper Falls High Eagles are Angie's team, and even the hometown hero won't take that away from her, no matter how hot he is. As the two engage in a battle of wits and wills, this is one game neither is prepared to lose.

Skin in the Game

Lady Jane St. Clair should be happy. After all, she's betrothed to the man she adores. But the Earl of Chester is a notorious rake who has dallied with London's loveliest women, and "Plain Jane" can never hope for his fidelity. Gerard Nash is resigned to a lustless marriage and, for appearances, has given up his mistress. But celibacy is not for him, and in the weeks before his weeding, he frequents London's poshest brothel. There, a masked woman with the body of a goddess brings him exquisite pleasure. There's just one catch. This harlot must remain a virgin. NOTE: This book was originally published by Kensington Books in 2009 in the anthology titled BEHIND THE RED DOOR.

Sinfully Ever After

When Laura Farnsworth discovers the blood-stained body of a man wearing the distinctive red coat of the British army, her first instinct is to let dead dogs lie. But then the man proves himself to be very much alive by grabbing her ankle and mumbling incoherently. After twenty-five years in His Majesty’s service, Lieutenant Colonel Geoffrey Langston never expected to wake up in heaven, much less being tended an angel. Not to mention an angel who happens to be American. As the long-widowed Laura nurses him back to health, the attraction between them heats from a simmer to a boil. He should be working to find his way back to his regiment and from there, to England. Instead, he’s sleeping with the enemy–and thereby committing the crime of desertion if not treason. But then, who’s going to find out? If only his family didn’t refuse to take “missing in action” for an answer. (Originally published as Sleeping with the Enemy.)

The Soldier's Forbidden Lover

Eleanor Palmer is relieved when her fiancé cries off the marry another woman but horrified when he suggests the dissolute Marquess of Grenville as a replacement. Eleanor may claim descent from the lusty King Charles II, but this proper English lady has no interest in the pleasures of the flesh. She'd rather read the Classics. Nathaniel St. Clair is infamous for his wicked ways--drinking, gambling, and fornicating--but he's willing to give up all but one of his vices to initiate the lovely Miss Palmer into the joys of lust. Maybe a little dirty Latin poetry will aid his cause. NOTE: This novella was originally published under the same title by Cobblestone Press in 2007 and again in 2009 by Kensington Books in the anthology titled Behind the Red Door.

Wickedly Ever After

Note: This novella was originally released in the limited edition anthology, Do It Again. Sylvia Tonight, I lost my home, most of my possessions, and my livelihood when my semi rig was stolen from a truck stop parking lot in Middle-of-Nowhere, Nebraska. Yeah, everything’s insured, but that still leaves me with nowhere to sleep, one change of clothing, no way to get home, and only the paltry credit line on my Visa to cover my expenses until the insurance company settles. So it’s not like I can easily refuse when the local sheriff suggests that I hitch a ride with his younger brother, Ivan Carlson, who’s headed to San Diego to play pro hockey. There’s no reason to think Ivan will be anything but a perfect gentleman. Which is a shame, because he’s sex on skates, but it would be wrong for me to take advantage of him. Wouldn’t it? Ivan When I met Sylvia Figueres, she was having the worst day of her life. The last thing a woman in her shoes needs is some stranger hitting on her. But man, I want to. Then my brother points out that she needs a ride to the west coast and I just happen to be going that way. I can’t say no, and since my big brother, the goddamn sheriff, is trusting me to behave like the gentleman I’m not, I’m going to have to keep my feelings to myself. And drive fast. Or that’s the plan, until we wind up having to share a motel room. Whoops?

A Motocrossed Romance

Semi-Tough Luck

Can't Take the Heat

Darcy Burke

Carrie Lomax

Jennifer Hallock

Tanya Wilde

Erin Satie

Erica Taylor

Eve Pendle

Catherine Bilson

Clair Brett

2100 pages of Swoony Historical Romance, featuring USA Today Bestselling author Darcy Burke. Tropes include: friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, fake relationship, marriage of convenience, and second chance. A Duke is Never Enough - Darcy Burke Sparks fly between a seductive rake and a self-declared spinster spitfire. When he's suspected of murder, she may be his only hope for salvation—and love. The Lover's Knot - Erin Satie When the new Duke of Clive realizes that the suicide note written by his predecessor is a forgery, he suspects his ex-fiancée of foul play. As he investigates, he can't decide if he wants to bring her to justice or rekindle the great love of his life. Dealing with the Viscount - Clair Brett He seized a second chance to seduce the wife he thought dead . . . and claim the secret child he did not know was his. What If I Still Loved You - Erica Taylor After a chance meeting, Henry and Anna search the castle for a box of letters, but can this star-crossed pair find their way back to each other? Or will their second chance be lost to fate, again? The Lost Lord - Carrie Lomax A mysterious English nobleman, Lord Richard Northcote, has Miriam dreaming of adventures beyond her limited experiences. But is the promise in his kiss only a practiced lie? An Earl For Ellen - Catherine Bilson Orphaned and penniless, Ellen Bentley is astonished and relieved when the new Earl of Havers, her distant cousin, takes an interest in her welfare. She can't help falling in love with Thomas, but how can she compete with the beautiful, polished Lady Louisa? The Spy's Fake Bride - Jackie Barbosa To escape Napoleon's France, British agent Thomas Pearce and the woman he's been sent to rescue, Sabine Rousseau, must pretend to be amorous newlyweds. But it isn't long before neither of them is pretending and every night, there's only one bed. Not Quite a Rogue - Tanya Wilde A man on the edge of ruin… A lady who thirsts to be loved for more than her dowry… Temptation has never tasted this rich. Hotel Oriente - Jennifer Hallock Cub reporter Della will do anything to get her story. When her breadcrumb trail of scandal leads straight to the kitchen of Moss's floundering hotel, can he win Della's heart and keep his name out of the headlines? Once a Fallen Lady - Eve Pendle Handsome schoolteacher Alfred Lowe's disapproving gaze makes Lydia Taylor fear for her subterfuge of respectable widow and capable mother. But a seduction of kisses, books, and savory pies will tempt her to risk everything for love. 10 historical romances in one bargain, limited time only, anthology.

Romancing the Past: 10 Swoony Historical Romances

No one ever expected the rakish, irresponsible Walter Langston to take up the collar, least of all himself. After an accident renders him unfit for military service, however, he has few other options. When he’s given the post of vicar at a parish church in a sleepy, coastal village, he’s convinced he’ll molder in obscurity. Artemisia Finch left a lucrative career as a celebrated courtesan to care for her ailing father. Returning home hasn’t been easy, though, as her past isn’t even a poorly kept secret in the village. When the new vicar arrives on her doorstep, Artemisia is determined to send him on his merry, pious way. But Walter Langston is nothing like any man of the cloth she’s ever known—he’s funny, irreverent, handsome, and tempting as sin. Falling in love with a vicar would be a very bad idea for a former courtesan. Why does this one have to be so hot under the collar? (Previously published as Hot Under the Collar.)

The Vicar's Mistress

Charlotte Featherstone

Alice Gaines

Amanda McIntyre

Jennifer Dale

Adelaide Cole

Portia DaCosta

Grace D'Otare

Verboden verlangens, heimelijke dromen, schandelijke voorstellen... Ook in de salons van lords en lady's broeit begeerte, al moet die natuurlijk wel verborgen blijven achter onbesproken gedrag en strenge etiquette. Maar dat maakt de erotische spanning alleen maar groter... Laat je verleiden door deze tien historische 5 Tinten Verder-verhalen. Want het minnespel is véél opwindender als je het eigenlijk niet mag spelen! Schandelijke begeerte - Charlotte Featherstone Onfatsoenlijk voorstel - Jackie Barbosa Lessen in lust - Alice Gaines Haar nieuwe meester - Jennifer Dale Schaamteloos genot - Portia Da Costa Schaamteloze dromen - Portia Da Costa Opwindende bekentenissen - Charlotte Featherstone Eén nacht vol overgave - Grace D'Otare Verboden wensen - Amanda McIntyre Schandelijke afspraak - Adelaide Cole Eerder verschenen onder de titel 10 tinten verder historische roman. Deze verhalen zijn ook los verkrijgbaar.

Pikante onthullingen

Jilted at the altar, Lady Louisa Bennett seeks the solace of a quiet, empty chapel and instead finds Alistair de Roche, her fiancé's best man and the subject of her fantasies from the moment she met him. Alistair knows bedding his best friend's betrothed is well beyond the pale, but Louisa has haunted his dreams for months. Soon, Louisa and Alistair are caught up in a consuming love affair that threatens their families' plans and their own hearts. Can they find a way to live happily, and carnally, ever after?CARNALLY EVER AFTER was previously released under the same title by Cobblestone Press. The bonus epilogue, EPIPHANY, is available for free in the anthology TWELFTH NIGHT.

Carnally Ever After

Walter and Artemisia Langston have been blissfully married for three years, but Artemisia has found the role of a small-town vicar’s wife somewhat less than fulfilling. Oh, the parishioners are kind and welcoming to her, but unlike her husband, ministering to them just isn’t her calling. And then, on Christmas Eve, someone leaves a swaddled newborn in the manger of the vicarage stable. Walter’s first suspicion is that it’s a terrible prank directed at his wife, but for Artemisia, it’s love at first sight. They can’t very well just keep the baby and raise him as their own, however, when they aren’t certain where he came from or why. So Walter and Artemisia embark on a mission to find the truth, and not only discover a crime that’s been hidden for far too long, but the truest gifts of all: that love multiplies and it's never too late to find a purpose. Previously published as My True Love Gave to Me.

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