Mary Balogh Livres

Pendant une tempête de neige dans une auberge isolée, une belle maîtresse d'école, Frances Allard, succombe à la tentation et passe la nuit dans les bras du très aristocratique lord Lucius Marshall. Au petit matin, niant les sentiments qu'il lui inspire, elle le repousse froidement lorsqu'il lui propose de le rejoindre à Londres. Lorsqu'ils se retrouvent par hasard à Bath, où la jeune femme enseigne, celle-ci le repousse de nouveau et lord Marshall s'emploie de plus belle à attirer son attention. Mais la jeune femme cache un secret dévastateur du passé, qui la pousse à refuser l'offre de mariage de Lucius. Le persistant lord arrivera-t'il à la faire changer d'avis ?

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Mary Balogh presents two of her classic Regency-era romances—seductive tales of ladies who are running away from love . . . and rogues who enjoy the chase. A COUNTERFEIT BETROTHAL Lady Sophia Bryant has no intention of marrying anytime soon. Her one desire is to reunite her parents, who have been estranged for fourteen years. Surely, if she happens to announce her betrothal—even a false one—they will be forced to see each other. Devilishly handsome Lord Francis Sutton seems perfect for such deceit, always agreeable to games of passion in which he has nothing to lose. The trap is set—if only Lady Sophia can keep her foolish heart from falling prey to her brilliant snares. THE NOTORIOUS RAKE Lord Edmund Waite is everything that Lady Mary Gregg despises: lewd, lascivious, mocking—the most incorrigible and successful rogue around. A bluestocking like her would never tempt a man whose taste runs to pretty playthings—so Mary is startled to find herself the object of Lord Edmund’s desires. Even more surprising is her reaction to his shocking advances. She may be a lady, but this man knows so well how to make her feel like a woman. Includes excerpts of The Proposal and The Arrangement by Mary Balogh

Set in the backdrop of Regency England, this novel follows a proper English lady who embarks on a transformative journey of self-discovery after an unexpected and scandalous encounter. As she navigates the complexities of desire and societal expectations, she learns to embrace her true self and the allure she possesses. This installment in the Horsemen Trilogy blends romance and personal growth, highlighting the tension between propriety and passion.

On a visit to Bath, a stranger bursts into Lady Freyja's room and entreats her to hide him. His name is Joshua, who is intrigued by the beauty. He makes her a surprising request: to pose as his fiancee and help thwart his family's matchmaking schemes. For two people determined to be free, it's the perfect plan...until passion blindsides them both.

In two classic tales of Regency-era romance from New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh, the vagaries of love have a way of challenging the most convenient arrangements. THE TEMPORARY WIFE Miss Charity Duncan has no illusions about Lord Anthony Earheart’s proposal. The arrogant aristocrat has made it painfully clear what he wants: a wife who will enrage the father he despises and then disappear from his life. In exchange, Charity’s family will receive the money they desperately need. But after Charity agrees to this mockery of matrimony, she soon discovers a startling fact: She has fallen for Anthony, and breaking their marriage vows may also break her heart. A PROMISE OF SPRING Grace Howard has every reason to be devoted to Sir Peregrine Lampman. After all, the gallant gentleman rescued her from poverty by making her his bride. Even more nobly, he did not withdraw his affection after she confessed to a youthful folly that had compromised her virtue. But Grace did not tell the whole truth about the handsome lord who betrayed her—and now the one thing she’s kept from Perry threatens to destroy her last chance at true love.

The ninth novel in the Regency romance Westcott series by New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh.

In this captivating novel, Mary Balogh showcases her storytelling prowess through the tale of Lauren Edgeworth, a heroine from One Night for Love. The narrative revolves around an unlikely partnership between a notorious rake and a proper lady, both seeking to escape the bonds of matrimony. Kit Butler, Viscount Ravensberg, is a cool and dangerous figure in London, determined to avoid marriage despite his family's plans for him. Meanwhile, Lauren, having been left at the altar, has sworn off marriage. Their paths cross, leading to a bold agreement: Lauren will pretend to be Kit’s fiancée in exchange for a summer filled with passion and adventure. As the season unfolds, their arrangement appears flawless, designed to leave them both free once summer ends. However, the unexpected happens—Kit finds himself falling in love, realizing that a mere summer is not enough. As he grapples with his feelings, Kit must figure out how to convince Lauren to embrace a future together, despite their initial intentions. Balogh weaves a delightful tale of seduction, wit, and intrigue, ensuring that readers are enthralled until the very last page.

The final book in the Westcott series by Mary Balogh, New York Times bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton.