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He’s competing for her hand And her freedom… Held captive by her tyrannical Sultan father, Princess Zorahaida lives an isolated life. A tournament is held and Jasim ibn Ismail, a handsome knight in arms, claims his prize: Zorahaida’s hand in marriage! Political reasons must be driving his offer – he’s certainly not offering love. Should Zorahaida grasp the tantalising taste of freedom marrying the impulsive knight would gift her…?

Sworn to protect her. But she’s threatening his guarded heart… Retrieving Lady Allis from a convent is no easy task—as mercenary knight Sir Leon soon discovers… Brave and beautiful, Allis awakens emotions he'd thought long buried after losing his family. But on their return to her castle the social gulf between them widens, when Allis’s father demands she marry a nobleman. Leon has always believed love is an illusion…but will he be able to watch his defiant lady marry another?

From novice nun… To unexpected bride! Lady Bernadette is poised to take Holy Orders when Sir Hugo of Nérac, her father’s Captain of Guards, arrives with news that her sister is expecting. Petrified of childbirth since her mother died, Bernadette races home. But now she’s left the convent her father wants her wed! There’s only one solution: marry Hugo, her childhood friend. But can she risk consummating their marriage and conceiving…even if his kisses are unbearably tempting?

Sworn to protect her. But she’s threatening his guarded heart… Retrieving Lady Allis from a convent is no easy task—as mercenary knight Sir Leon soon discovers… Brave and beautiful, Allis awakens emotions he'd thought long buried after losing his family. But on their return to her castle the social gulf between them widens, when Allis’s father demands she marry a nobleman. Leon has always believed love is an illusion…but will he be able to watch his defiant lady marry another?

From novice nun… To unexpected bride! Lady Bernadette is poised to take Holy Orders when Sir Hugo of Nérac, her father’s Captain of Guards, arrives with news that her sister is expecting. Petrified of childbirth since her mother died, Bernadette races home. But now she’s left the convent her father wants her wed! There’s only one solution: marry Hugo, her childhood friend. But can she risk consummating their marriage and conceiving…even if his kisses are unbearably tempting?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by Amberley, a British-accented digital voice based on a human narrator.Sold into slavery, maidservant Katerina promised one day to repay the princess who rescued her. Now that time has come, and Katerina must convince commanding warrior Ashfirth Saxon that she is her royal mistress.Spending balmy days and long sultry nights with this man makes Katerina's task increasingly impossible. How long will she be able to keep up her deception? And how long before she finds herself willingly bedded by this proud barbarian?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by Amberley, a British-accented digital voice based on a human narrator.Bound in chains, enslaved barbarian Sir William Bradfer stands proud in the Constantinople slave market. As a warrior, he's trained in the art of survival.Lady-in-waiting Anna of Heraklea is betrothed to be married-against her will. Catching sight of the magnificent William, she finds a rebellious half plan forming in her mind. Anna can offer this captured knight freedom in return for his hand in marriage!

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by Amberley, a British-accented digital voice based on a human narrator.Princess Theodora of Constantinople is to marry Duke Nikolaos, the general-in-chief of the army, a man chosen for her by the Emperor. An imperial princess must always do her duty–be beautiful, obedient and pure.But Theodora spent ten years in exile in a barbarian land. There, once, she might have forgotten protocol. Forgotten enough to have given birth to a baby in secret. As her wedding night approaches, Theodora finds she wants to share her bed with the Duke, except she knows she''s on the verge of revealing her biggest sin….

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by Amberley, a British-accented digital voice based on a human narrator.The secrets behind her eyesSir Arthur Ferrer catches sight of her among the stands at the Twelfth Night joust. There is something about her eyes…. He''s seen them before. But when he goes to find the mysterious woman who has so captivated him, she''s disappeared!Clare has been running from a dark past that she can never speak of. But this handsome knight seems determined to unveil her secrets. Will she dare to let him glimpse the real Lady Clare?Knights of ChampagneThree Swordsmen for Three Ladies

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by Amberley, a British-accented digital voice based on a human narrator."I would like a child…Will you agree to father it?"Part of Princesses of the Alhambra. Princess Alba longs for a life away from her tyrannical sultan father. She craves a happy family of her own, away from the palace walls she''s been imprisoned in all her life. So when honorable Lord Inigo comes to her rescue, she''s spellbound! The Spanish knight is betrothed to another, but could he be her only hope of realizing her dream?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by Amberley, a British-accented digital voice based on a human narrator.He''s competing for her handAnd her freedom…Held captive by her tyrannical sultan father, Princess Zorahaida lives an isolated life. A tournament is held and Jasim ibn Ismail, a handsome knight in arms, claims his prize: Zorahaida''s hand in marriage! Political reasons must be driving his offer–he''s certainly not offering love. Should Zorahaida grasp the tantalizing taste of freedom marrying the impulsive knight would gift her?Princesses of the Alhambra Captive in the castle; rescued by love! Book 1 – The Knight''s Forbidden Princess Book 2 – The Princess''s Secret Longing Book 3 – The Warrior''s Princess Prize" Townend is a skilful and creative writer who draws you so expertly into her world. This is an exciting, hugely romantic and fresh story that has everything you would want from a Historical Romance." –Chicks, Rogues and Scandals on The Knight''s Forbidden Princess"Exciting, original and adventurous." –RT Book Reviews on The Knight''s Forbidden Princess

Indulge your fantasies of delicious Regency Rakes, fierce Viking warriors and rugged Highlanders. Be swept away into a world of intense passion, lavish settings and romance that burns brightly through the centuries Charmed and seduced! Benedict Silvester is a rogue and a flirt! His skill as a musician means he is always travelling…and he charms women wherever he goes. Yet he is on a special mission: to accompany Rozenn Kerber to England. Rose is frustrated by Ben’s frivolous behaviour, and annoyed that his wicked smile continually occupies her thoughts, for he can never offer the stability she craves.But on their travels Rose begins to suspect that he may have a serious side, that Ben is more than he appears… Wessex Weddings Normans and Saxons, conflict and desire!

Captured by the warrior! Lady Erica had tried to bring peace to her people so that they could join forces against the Normans. Instead she became captive to the Saxon warrior, Saewulf Brader! Wulf was, in truth, a Norman captain, spying on the enemy.Chaste yet fearless, Lady Erica wasn’t part of his plan. Her beauty was as disarming as it was captivating, but Wulf knew that once she discovered his deception their fragile bond of trust would be destroyed… Wessex Weddings Normans and Saxons, conflict and desire

Taming his runaway lady! Raised a lady, Emma of Fulford is a fallen woman with a young son as proof. He is all she has in the world, and now the boy’s brutal father has returned… Desperate and afraid, she needs to escape, and fast, so approaches Sir Richard of Asculf.She begs this honourable Norman knight for help – and offers the only thing she has left…herself. Honourable he may be, but Sir Richard is only human, and Lady Emma tempts his resolve. Can this conquering knight tame his runaway lady and stop her running for good? Wessex Weddings Normans and Saxons, conflict and desire!

Indulge your fantasies of delicious Regency Rakes, fierce Viking warriors and rugged Highlanders. Be swept away into a world of intense passion, lavish settings and romance that burns brightly through the centuries Claimed by the Norman Count Hugh Duclair, Count de Freyncourt, has been accused of sedition, stripped of his title and banished from all of King William’s land. Proud and determined, Hugh vows to clear his name!Childhood friend Lady Aude de Crèvecoeur offers her help – but how far will she go? Should she risk her reputation and her life, or save her reputation and become Hugh’s wife? Turbulent times call for passionate measures… Wessex Weddings Normans and Saxons, conflict and desire!

Out of her depth and into his arms… Sold into slavery, maidservant Katerina promised one day to repay the Princess who rescued her. Now that time has come, and Katerina must convince commanding warrior Ashfirth Saxon that she is her royal mistress. Spending balmy days and long sultry nights with this man make Katerina’s task increasingly impossible.How long will she be able to keep up her deception? And how long before she finds herself willingly bedded by this proud barbarian? Palace Brides Beauties of Byzantium – claimed by warriors!

Indulge your fantasies of delicious Regency Rakes, fierce Viking warriors and rugged Highlanders. Be swept away into a world of intense passion, lavish settings and romance that burns brightly through the centuries HER WARRIOR SLAVE Bound in chains, enslaved barbarian Sir William Bradfer stands proud in the Constantinople slave market. As a warrior, he’s trained in the art of survival. Lady-in-waiting Anna of Heraklea is betrothed to be married – against her will.Catching sight of the magnificent William, she finds a rebellious half-plan forming in her mind. Anna can offer this captured knight freedom in return for his hand in marriage! Palace Brides Beauties of Byzantium – claimed by warriors!

A LESS THAN PERFECT PRINCESS… Princess Theodora of Constantinople is to marry Duke Nikolaos, General-in-Chief of the army, a man chosen for her by the Emperor. An imperial princess must always do her duty: be beautiful, obedient and pure. But Theodora spent ten years in exile in a barbarian land.There, once, she might have forgotten protocol. Forgotten enough to have given birth to a baby in secret. As her wedding night approaches Theodora finds she wants to share her bed with the Duke, except she knows she’s on the verge of revealing her biggest sin… Palace Brides Beauties of Byzantium – claimed by warriors!

As a novice, Lady Cecily of Fulford's knowledge of men is nonexistent. But when tragic news bids her home immediately, her only means of escape from the convent is to brazenly offer herself to the enemy…as a bride! With her fate now in the hands of her husband, Sir Adam Wymark, she battles to protect her family.Suspicions and betrayal are rife, yet their convenient marriage offers Cecily much more than comfort in her knight's arms….

Lady Erica had tried to bring peace to her people, so that they could join forces against the Normans. Instead she became captive to the Saxon warrior, Saewulf Brader! Wulf was, in truth, a Norman captain spying on the enemy. Chaste yet fearless Lady Erica wasn''t part of his plan. Her beauty was as disarming as it was captivating, but Wulf knew that once she discovered his deception, their fragile bond of trust would be destroyed….

Raised a lady, Emma of Fulford is a fallen woman with a young son as proof. He is all she has in the world, and now the boy''s brutal father has returned. Desperate and afraid, she needs to escape, and fast, so she approaches Sir Richard of Asculf. She begs this honorable Norman knight for help—and offers the only thing she has left…herself.Honorable he may be, but Sir Richard is only human and Lady Emma tempts his resolve. Can this conquering knight tame his runaway lady and stop her running for good?

Hugh Duclair, Count de Freyncourt, has been accused of sedition, stripped of his title and banished from all of King William's land. Proud and determined, Hugh vows to clear his name!Childhood friend Lady Aude de Crèvecoeur offers her help—but how far will she go? Should she risk her reputation and her life, or save her reputation and become Hugh's wife? Turbulent times call for passionate measures….

Sold into slavery, maidservant Katerina promised one day to repay the princess who rescued her. Now that time has come, and Katerina must convince commanding warrior Ashfirth Saxon that she is her royal mistress.Spending balmy days and long sultry nights with this man makes Katerina's task increasingly impossible. How long will she be able to keep up her deception? And how long before she finds herself willingly bedded by this proud barbarian?

Bound in chains, enslaved barbarian Sir William Bradfer stands proud in the Constantinople slave market. As a warrior, he's trained in the art of survival.Lady-in-waiting Anna of Heraklea is betrothed to be married—against her will. Catching sight of the magnificent William, she finds a rebellious half plan forming in her mind. Anna can offer this captured knight freedom in return for his hand in marriage!

Loving the EnemyAfter Judith Coverdale saw her family''s estate razed to the ground by Normans, she vowed to avenge her family''s honor. She donned a boy''s disguise and joined a band of outlaws, led by her brother, to terrorize the invaders. When disaster struck, Judith found herself in the strong arms of the great warrior Rannulf de Mandeville. What she soon realized was that Rannulf was the brother of the murdering Norman who''d stolen her lands. Time and time again, Rannulf proved his devotion to her and taught her lessons in survival, but would she ever accept his love?

Stolen from the convent! Kidnapped by a masked horseman, Lady Rowena despairs. Her cloistered convent life is in tatters, her reputation surely ruined. Until she discovers her abductor is her father''s favored knight… Loyal, honorable Sir Eric of Monfort has done as Rowena''s father commanded. And though his body might crave her, he will not bed an innocent maiden. But as danger circles, there is only one way for Eric to protect Rowena—by making her his lady in every sense!

HIS LADY IN WAITING In her long years at the convent, waiting for her betrothed, Lady Isobel de Turenne has built the Comte d’Aveyron into a fantasy – a man who will rescue, protect and love her… But when the Comte finally returns to claim his bride Isobel finds instead a man of contradictions – one who masks dark secrets with desire.Wary of a man’s touch, but desperate to grasp her new freedom, Isobel must decide if it’s solely duty forcing the Comte to marry or whether he is truly her longed-for champion. Knights of Champagne Three swordsmen for three ladies

The secrets behind her eyesSir Arthur Ferrer catches sight of her among the stands at the Twelfth Night joust. There is something about her eyes…. He's seen them before. But when he goes to find the mysterious woman who has so captivated him, she's disappeared!Clare has been running from a dark past that she can never speak of. But this handsome knight seems determined to unveil her secrets. Will she dare to let him glimpse the real Lady Clare?Knights of ChampagneThree Swordsmen for Three Ladies

FORBIDDEN FRUIT ALWAYS TASTES THE SWEETEST…Elise keeps her cards close to her chest. Few people know that she’s also Blanchefleur le Fay, the celebrated singer. But she has an even greater secret… Her baby daughter is the result of a brief but intense affair with Gawain, Count of Meaux.Duty-bound to marry, Gawain is back in Troyes to meet his bride. So why can’t he stop thinking about the sweet silver-voiced girl he met the last time he was there?And when he finds his mistress again Gawain must choose between duty… and forbidden desire.Knights of Champagne: three swordsmen for three ladies