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Romance and Adventure on the High SeasDanger forces Catherine Amberly to disguise herself as a cabin boy on a privateer bound for the Caribbean. But the threats she left behind follow her into the heat of the tropics, where she must face her feelings for Captain Ransom Duprey.Ransom has his own enemies—and suspicions about the beautiful young woman in the Barbados ballroom. Although they've never met, she seems to know him better than he does himself. And the more she denies him, the more determined he is to uncover all of her secrets...♥ A cross-dressing heroine♥ A privateer hero♥ Caribbean adventures♥ A matchmaking aunt♥ An adventure-filled pirate romance"e;This is a fun-filled adventure with pirates, villains, lords and ladies, suspense, romance, and much more."e; – BookbugFrom USA bestselling author and two-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons: the standalone second book of Love in Disguise.THE GENTLEMAN THIEFA HEART'S MASQUERADESILENT HEART

An age-old mystery. An inconvenient spirit. An unlikely romance.Abigail Parkinson is anxious to rid her inherited home of its troublesome specter. When she can't convince a scientist or scholar to investigate, she turns to the one man she doesn't want to ask for help: Lord Moreland.Viscount Moreland isn't a scientist or a scholar. The blood of pirates runs in his veins. But he's known for debunking a haunted house, and when summoned to Sibel Hall he vows to solve all of its secrets—including how to woo the intriguing Miss Parkinson.Book #1 of The Regency Collection: Witty Regencies with a Touch of Mystery"e;Readers looking for a light, funny, and smart story can find it here."e; – All About Romance"e;Deborah Simmons presents a charming Regency "e;Ghostbusters"e; with a little mystery twist and a sweet confection of a love story."e; – Romantic Times Key Themes: Regency romp, Regency romance mystery, beta hero, spinster, historical romance, strong heroine, inheritance, viscount, romantic suspense, romance series, independent heroine, romantic comedy, ghostbuster, witty romance, haunted house, reunion, stories with humor, happily ever after, historical romance, romance fiction books, love storiesTwo-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons is a USA Today bestselling author of romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy. She believes in strong heroines, wry humor, a touch of mystery, and love that can't be denied.

The Lady and the Rogue…Morgan Beauchamp has no use for Regency society or a female Egyptologist. He'd rather dig in the desert for the artifacts he sells to wealthy collectors. Can he work with Lady Juliet Cavendish to find out who—or what—is threatening them both?Lady Juliet doesn't believe Beauchamp unleashed an ancient curse. But the rogue might unleash her dormant passions, tempting her to leave her scholarly existence for a life of adventure.A RITA Award Finalist for Best Historical RomanceBook #2 of The Regency Collection: Witty Regencies with a Touch of Mystery"e;A bit of THE MUMMY and a lot of Indiana Jones merge in this entertaining nonstop read... Simmons creates engaging characters and spices up her romance with plenty of action and suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat."e; – Romantic TimesKey Themes: Regency romp, historical romance mystery, action adventure, romantic suspense, enemies to lovers, Regency heroine glasses, bluestocking, curse, Egypt, historical romance series, strong heroine, rogue, witty romance, independent heroine, happily ever after, love storyTwo-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons is a USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy.

Was she under a spell or truly the Devil's Lady?Bid by King Edward to marry, Aisley de Laci hopes to avoid the altar by choosing Baron Montmorency. She is certain none will agree to the union, especially the baron, who is rumored to practice the dark arts from his isolated keep.Renowned in battle, Montmorency has secluded himself at Dunmurrow for reasons of his own. And he does not want a wife, no matter how wealthy and beautiful. But even he cannot defy the king, and what comes to him he takes—and holds.Aisley refuses to believe that Montmorency possesses any mysterious powers. Yet how else to explain her own growing feelings for a man so shrouded in shadow she has never seen his face?"e;Deborah Simmons guarantees the reader a page-turner."e; – Romantic TimesTwo-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons is a USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy.

When survival depends on keeping secrets, dare they trust their hearts?Dominique's noble lineage marks her for death in Revolutionary France. Forced from her family's home, she must assume a new identity to seek her father amid the tumult of Paris. But she isn't the only one living a lie. The man who risks his neck to help others escape the guillotine avoids capture by allowing no one to get close to him. But one brave beauty could be his undoing..."e;A powerfully poignant romance."e; – Affaire de CoeurFrom USA bestselling author and two-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons: the standalone third book of Love in Disguise.THE GENTLEMAN THIEFA HEART'S MASQUERADESILENT HEART

Never bet on an heiress…When his father gambles away the family fortune, Viscount Sheffield must find himself a wealthy wife. Undaunted by her reputation as Lady Disdain, he wagers he will win the hand—and heart—of Miss Melissa Hampton.Heiress Melissa Hampton holds her suitors in contempt, but the handsome, witty, and charming viscount woos her like no other. Is the man more than what he seems, or is he just another fortune hunter?And in this game of love, who is in danger of losing all?Book #3 of The Regency Collection: Witty Regencies with a Touch of Mystery"e;Fortune Hunter is a light-hearted, delicious Regency romp that tickles the reader's funny bone."e; – Romantic TimesKEY THEMES: Regency romance, fortune hunter, strong heroine, beta hero, heiress, Regency romp, independent heroine, viscount, wager, romantic suspense, Regency romance series, witty Regency romance, happily ever after, love story, stories with humorTwo-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons is a USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy.

Notorious Knight, Defiant Damsel The “black sheep” of the de Burgh family is a title Reynold wears well. Outcast and injured, this knight is journeying alone. But his bitter pilgrimage is interrupted by a very determined damsel who holds him to his knight’s vow – to protect and serve!Sabina Sexton knows her reluctant rescuer is sceptical about her quest. But the danger is very real, and wary Sabina must place her life – and her heart – in this dark and dangerously attractive knight’s keeping…

Champion of Her Heart Though Marion Warenne's past was but a dim nightmare, her present held a vision of glory – the formidable Dunstan de Burgh. A fierce knight who was determined to win their battle of wills, all the while protesting mightily that he believed not in love… .Dunstan de Burgh, Baron of Wessex, had ofttimes heard himself likened to a wolf on the prowl: fierce, brave and ever-alert to danger. How so, then, could one soft-eyed damsel escape his watchful eye time and again? And even more dangerous, slip past his guard and find her way into his heart?

Gillian Haxham Soon Learned Her New Lord Was More Wedded To Revenge Than To Her For Nicholas de Laci had sworn to exact payment for the sins of her uncle. Why, then, did his eyes belie his words, speaking naught of retribution – but promising nights of love? Fate had sent Nicholas de Laci the perfect bride to fill the aching need in his soul.With her tainted blood, Gillian Hexham would at last satisfy the raw hunger that near consumed him… but only in way he could never imagine!

WHAT IS HIS DARK SECRET? Destined for the convent, Emery Montbard disguises herself as a boy and enlists the help of chivalrous knight Nicholas de Burgh. From a proud, dynastic family, Nicholas has a strong code of honour – which is challenged when he notices the provocative curves of his mysterious companion.Doesn’t she realise that she gives away her true identity every time she moves? But Nicholas also hides a secret – one that lies at the very heart of him and can never be revealed…

His Whole Family Was Cursed! How else to explain this rash of marriages by the Brothers de Burgh? Robin de Burgh alone swore to remain unwed, despite ironic fate, which used foul murder to mate him with The One–spirited Sybil, a damsel in distress who insisted she needed him not!When convent walls became more prison than refuge, restless novice Sybil knew 'twas time to leave. But never did she expect to trade her wimple for a wedding veil, even when Sir Robin de Burgh, knight most impudent, demanded she put her life–and her heart–in his hands!

In this enemies to lovers story, a battle-scarred soldier enters an arranged marriage and finds unexpected passion with his new wife.Wed for his revenge!Long believed dead, Nicholas de Laci has at last returned to England. He craves vengeance, but he is too late—his nemesis is slain. To claim his lands, Nicholas must wed his enemy’s niece, Gillian Hexham.Nicholas is determined to exact payment from his bride, but though he speaks words of revenge, the nights they share are filled with passion . . . Could Gillian be the one woman to heal his soul, by satisfying his cravings in a way he never imagined?

To tame a shrew...By king's decree one of the de Burghs must marry the daughter of their fallen enemy. She's a notorious hellion rumored to have murdered her first husband on their wedding night, and none want to be her second.A scholar as well as a knight, Geoffrey de Burgh values knowledge as much as his sword. But he can't explain why he's drawn to the maddening woman he must make his wife. And someone wants him dead. Is it his bride?Elene Fitzhugh would have no husband and vows to drive him away with the point of her dagger. But the gallant knight is unlike any man she has ever known. And she must arm herself against a new threat—the power of attraction."e;Once again Simmons has brought together wonderful and passionate characters... in this thrilling and dangerous story."e; – Affaire de CoeurDeborah Simmons is a two-time RITA Finalist and USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy.

The battle has been joined...Hardened warrior Simon de Burgh has no use for women and their wiles until he's waylaid by one. Now he plans to best the wench who dared capture him—and his heart.Bethia Burnel leads a band of outlaws, striking from the fastness of the forest at the tyrant who holds her father prisoner. Although she knows how to deal with those who trespass in her woods, this arrogant knight threatens her very existence—and her heart.But all's fair in love and war."e;A delight to read… Robber Bride has an interesting plot, lots of tension between Simon and Bethia, and a few interesting secondary characters, including Simon's brothers and the steward of Baddersly Castle. The hero is unique and the heroine wonderfully capable."e; – All About RomanceTwo-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons is a USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy.

Once upon a time he broke her heart—and maybe his own.Is the Marquess of Worthington doomed like his ancestors? The notorious rogue doesn't believe in the Worthington Curse. But he trusts his instincts, and they're telling him the squire's daughter he once befriended is in danger.Clare Cummings believed in family legends, fairy tale castles, and happy endings—until Worthington broke her heart. Now she doesn't know what to believe. But if the man's determined to rescue her, she might rescue him right back.Can she save him from the history that haunts him, or will the curse destroy them both?Book #4 of The Regency Collection: Witty Regencies with a Touch of Mystery"e;Simmons demonstrates her growing talent in this murder mystery Regency romp."e; – Affaire de CoeurKey Themes: Regency romance, second chance, curse, marquess, Regency mystery, independent heroine, Regency romance series, reunion, strong heroine, brooding hero, reformed  rake, romantic suspense, happily ever after, heartwarming, love story, historical romance, redemption, storytellers, fairy tales.Two-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons is a USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy.

Romance is in the waters…Glory Sutton wants to reopen her family's spa, but someone is foiling her efforts. Is it because she's a woman or something more sinister? And what's a man like the Duke of Westfield doing at a tumbledown spa? Glory doesn't trust him—or herself when he's near.Westfield doesn't believe in healing waters, let alone ones rumored to have romantic powers. But he has his suspicions about Queen's Well and Miss Sutton—even though she stirs feelings he'd thought long dead.Is the well working its magic?Book #5 of The Regency Collection: Witty Regencies with a Touch of Mystery"e;This historical romance has danger, intrigue and a thrilling mystery."e; – Romantic TimesKey Themes: Regency romance, historical romantic suspense, matchmaker, Regency romp series, independent heroine, beta hero, Regency mystery, spinster, strong heroine, magic, duke, sweet historical, spy, legend, treasure, spa, secrets, nobleman, mystical, brave heroine, love story, happily ever after.Two-time RITA Finalist Deborah Simmons is the USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well a romantic comedy.