Synopses & Reviews
The
New York Times bestselling author of the “delightfully clever...exceptionally entertaining” (
Booklist) Bridal Pleasures novels beguiles readers once again with a new series of sensual intrigue and exquisite surprises....
Disgraced by her past employer, young governess Kate Walcott owes her loyalty to the only woman willing to hire her—the sought-after courtesan Mrs. Georgette Lawson. Georgette entrusts Kate with the care of her unruly children—and the writing of her shocking memoirs, which detail her affairs with famous gentlemen, including the rakehell who promised to marry her, then ruined her.
Sir Colin Boscastle intended to keep his promise to Georgette--until his father was murdered. Thirteen years of chasing vengeance pass before he returns to find Georgette sleeping in his enemy’s bed. Revenge has destroyed their romance, but the two former lovers agree to set a trap to restore Colin’s honor.
Caught in this deadly game, Kate struggles to resist Colin’s virile charm. She knows he is a born heartbreaker and unreliable rogue. Should she believe him when he whispers that, for her, he will change his sinful ways?
Review
"Hunter's second Bridal Pleasures historical romance (after A Duke's Temptation) springs from an innocent childhood friendship in the 19th- century English countryside... Hunter draws the reader in with a compelling plot and engaging characters in this smoothly written tale of love lost and found."
Review
"Sizzling sexual chemistry and rapier wit...a thoroughly romantic literary treat."
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Praise for Jillian Hunter and her novels:
“Sinfully sexy...exquisite.”—Booklist
“Hunter is a master.”—A Romance Review
“Extremely seductive.”—Huntress Book Reviews
“We could all use a little more Jillian Hunter in our lives.” —The Oakland Press (MI)
“Utterly entertaining.”—Fiction Vixen
“Engaging.”—Publishers Weekly
“A breath of fresh air.”—The Romance Dish
“Something special.”—Night Owl Romance
“You’ll find yourself falling in love.”—Fresh Fiction
“There is so much to love about this book.”—SmexyBooks
“One of the funniest, most delightful romances I've had the pleasure to read.”—Teresa Medeiros
“[It] bespells, beguiles, and bewitches. If romance, magic, great plots, and wonderful characters add spice to your reading life, don't allow this one to escape.”—Crescent Blues
Synopsis
**This is a Read Pink edition. In October 2010, Penguin Group (USA) launched a new initiative in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This October, we are pleased to continue the program with a donation of $25,000 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation(r) and are presenting eight beloved titles in special Read Pink(tm) editions:
The Perfect Poison, by Amanda Quick
The Border Lord's Bride, by Bertrice Small
With Every Breath, by Lynn Kurland
Danger in a Red Dress, by Christina Dodd
Early Dawn, by Catherine Anderson
The Secret History of the Pink Carnation, by Lauren Willig
A Duke's Temptation, by Jillian Hunter
Tribute, by Nora Roberts
The Duke of Gravenhurst, the notorious author of dark romances, is accused of corrupting the morals of the public. But among his most devoted fans is the well-born Lily Boscastle, who seeks employment as the duke's personal housekeeper. Only then does she discover scandalous secrets about the man that she never could have imagined.
Synopsis
As headmistress of the Scarfield Academy for Young Ladies, Miss Charlotte Boscastle is tasked with keeping her charges free from notoriety. But when Charlotte's diary goes missing, she can't imagine having her most intimate secrets fall into the wrong hands.
Although the confessions in the diary he found spark his interest, the Duke of Wynfield has every intention of returning the journal. But when Gideon's encounter with Charlotte takes on an unexpectedly passionate nature, his indiscretion causes a scandal that only marriage can cure...
Synopsis
Violet Knowlton is betrothed to the sensible, if tedious, Sir Godfrey Maitland. When Godfrey escorts her to a fencing demonstration, she looks forward to the adventurous diversion, but everything changes when she realizes the swordsman displaying his skill-and dashing good looks- is none other than her childhood friend Kit.
Soon the flames of their forbidden past ignite into a passion neither can refuse. Although Violet has been promised to another, Kit remains her first and only love. He vows he will possess her, no matter what stands in his way...
Synopsis
The Duke of Gravenhurst, the notorious author of dark romances, is accused of corrupting the morals of the public. But among his most devoted fans is the well-born Lily Boscastle, who seeks employment as the duke's personal housekeeper. Only then does she discover scandalous secrets about the man that she never could have imagined.
About the Author
Jillian Hunter is the author of several critically acclaimed novels, among them the bestselling Boscastle series. She has received numerous awards, including the
Romantic Times Career Achievement Award. She lives in Southern California with her husband and three daughters.