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''Witty, intelligent, and hard to put down, you''ll love A Lady''s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem'' Rachel Van DykenAn intrepid female reporter matches wits with a serious, sexy detective in award-winning author Manda Collins'' fun and flirty historical romcom, perfect for readers of Evie Dunmore, Julia Quinn, Tessa Dare and Netflix''s Enola Holmes!Of all the crime scenes in all the world, she walks into his. Twice.England, 1865: Notorious newspaper columnist Lady Katherine Bascomb is determined to educate the ladies of London on the nefarious criminals who are praying on the fairer sex. But when her reporting leads to the arrest of an infamous killer, Katherine flees to a country house party to escape her doubts about the case - only to become witness to a murder herself! When the lead detective accuses Katherine of inflaming - rather than informing - the public with her column, she vows to prove him wrong.Detective Inspector Andrew Eversham''s refusal to compromise his investigations nearly cost him his career, and he blames Katherine. When he discovers she''s the key witness in a new crime, he''s determined to prevent the beautiful widow from once again wreaking havoc on his case. Yet as Katherine proves surprisingly insightful and Andrew impresses Katherine with his lethal competency, both are forced to admit the fire between them is more flirtatious than furious. But to explore the passion between them, they''ll need to catch a killer . . .Praise for Manda Collins''Manda Collins heats up the ballroom and writes romance to melt even the frostiest duke''s heart'' Tessa Dare, New York Times bestselling author''Utterly charming'' Popsugar''Manda Collins is a delight! I read A Lady''s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem waaay past my bedtime, absorbed by its spot-on period detail, the well-crafted characters, and, of course, the intriguing mystery. Brava!'' Elizabeth Hoyt, New York Times bestselling author''Mystery, romance, and an indomitable heroine make for a brisk, compelling read'' Madeline Hunter, New York Times bestselling author''Manda Collins writes sexy and smart historical romance, with a big dash of fun'' Vanessa Kelly, USA Today bestselling author''Sexy, thrilling, romantic . . . Manda Collins makes her Regency world a place any reader would want to dwell'' Kieran Kramer, USA Today bestselling author

Former lovers become reluctant allies in this delightfully witty historical rom-com from the bestselling author of A Lady''s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem - for fans of Evie Dunmore, Enola Holmes and Netflix''s Bridgerton!England, 1866: Miss Caroline Hardcastle has finally found purpose in her life, bringing attention to insidious crimes against women. But her parents'' unexpected return from the Continent jeopardizes Caro''s hard-won freedom. They present her with an ultimatum: marry into a title . . . or else. Caro is confident that no gentleman would wed an on-the-shelf journalist, no matter how large her dowry is. But when a dear friend goes missing, Caro finds her best ally is also the nobleman she once dreamed of marrying.Ever since a devastating heartbreak in his younger years, Lord Valentine Thorn has stayed clear of the parson''s trap. Only now, with the lineage in danger, does Val agree to find a bride - with the condition his heart remains unattached. But when his cousin becomes entangled in the disappearance of a young actress, Val finds the only one with any answers is also the only woman he ever dreamed of marrying. Despite their complicated history, Caro and Val reluctantly agree to an alliance, vowing to ignore the passion that still burns between them. Yet with danger growing nearer, can they move forward from the past - before death does them part?Praise for Manda Collins''Witty, intelligent, and hard to put down, you''ll love A Lady''s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem'' Rachel Van Dyken''Manda Collins heats up the ballroom and writes romance to melt even the frostiest duke''s heart'' Tessa Dare, New York Times bestselling author''Utterly charming'' Popsugar''Manda Collins is a delight! I read A Lady''s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem waaay past my bedtime, absorbed by its spot-on period detail, the well-crafted characters, and, of course, the intriguing mystery. Brava!'' Elizabeth Hoyt, New York Times bestselling author''Mystery, romance, and an indomitable heroine make for a brisk, compelling read'' Madeline Hunter, New York Times bestselling author''Manda Collins writes sexy and smart historical romance, with a big dash of fun'' Vanessa Kelly, USA Today bestselling author''Sexy, thrilling, romantic . . . Manda Collins makes her Regency world a place any reader would want to dwell'' Kieran Kramer, USA Today bestselling author

The perfect treat for fans of Evie Dunmore and Netflix''s Bridgerton and Enola Holmes! It is a truth universally acknowledged that a lady in danger must be in need of rescue, but whether she wants to be rescued is up for debate . . . England, 1867: Miss Poppy Delamare is living a lie. To escape an odious betrothal, she fled to London where she''s been hiding as the unassuming secretary Flora Deaver. However, when her beloved sister is accused of murder, Poppy cannot leave her to the wolves. Only a most unexpected - and unwelcome - collision interrupts her journey home . . . Despite a rather dismal first meeting, Joshua Fielding, the Duke of Langham, has no intention of abandoning a lady in need. But he''s not above asking a favour. A fake betrothal will give Poppy and her sister the power of the dukedom and protect Langham from the society misses intent on becoming his duchess.Yet the longer the ruse goes on, the more Poppy and Langham realize how false their first impressions were - and the less pretend their engagement feels. But before Langham can propose in truth, their search reveals a tangled web of lies and betrayals. With time running out, can Poppy and Langham find the real culprit? Before Poppy becomes the next victim?Praise for Manda Collins''Witty, intelligent, and hard to put down'' Rachel Van Dyken''Manda Collins heats up the ballroom and writes romance to melt even the frostiest duke''s heart'' Tessa Dare''Utterly charming'' Popsugar''Manda Collins is a delight!'' Elizabeth Hoyt''Mystery, romance, and an indomitable heroine make for a brisk, compelling read'' Madeline Hunter''Sexy and smart historical romance, with a big dash of fun'' Vanessa Kelly''Sexy, thrilling, romantic . . . Manda Collins makes her Regency world a place any reader would want to dwell'' Kieran Kramer

Two friends reunite - and discover hidden feelings - while investigating a murder in this sensual, witty historical romance perfect for fans of Evie Dunmore and Netflix''s Bridgerton!Jane Halliwell once dreamed of a home of her own - but those dreams, along with her dowry, died with her father. Now, she works as a governess, preparing her charge for a future no longer within her reach. However, when her employer is murdered during a house party, Jane is forced back into the world of the ton. But stepping in as hostess will require working with the same lord who once broke her girlish heart.Lord Adrian Fielding was too consumed with his job at the Foreign Office to pay young Jane much heed, but he always considered her a friend. Which is why he''s confounded by her icy demeanour now. More troubling still is his desire to melt the tensions between them. But his mentor''s murder means he must first find the culprit - and ensure Jane''s safety as she manages a house full of foreign dignitaries.Only Jane insists on joining the investigation and Adrian, despite all his diplomatic skills, finds himself seduced by her sharp wit and sparkling eyes. But with a vicious killer closing in, will it soon be too late for their chance at forever?Praise for Manda Collins:''Witty, intelligent, and hard to put down'' Rachel Van Dyken''Manda Collins heats up the ballroom and writes romance to melt even the frostiest duke''s heart'' Tessa Dare''Utterly charming'' Popsugar''Manda Collins is a delight!'' Elizabeth Hoyt''Mystery, romance, and an indomitable heroine make for a brisk, compelling read'' Madeline Hunter''Sexy and smart historical romance, with a big dash of fun'' Vanessa Kelly''Sexy, thrilling, romantic . . . Manda Collins makes her Regency world a place any reader would want to dwell'' Kieran Kramer

WHO WILL WRITE THE BOOK OF LOVE? When scholarly Miss Ivy Wareham receives word that she’s one of four young ladies who have inherited Lady Celeste Beauchamp’s estate with a magnificent private library, she packs her trunks straightaway. Unfortunately, Lady Celeste’s nephew, the rakish Quill Beauchamp, Marquess of Kerr, is determined to interrupt her studies one way or another... Bequeathing Beauchamp House to four bluestockings—no matter how lovely they are to look at—is a travesty, and Quill simply won’t have it. But Lady Celeste’s death is not quite as straightforward as it first seemed…and if Quill hopes to solve the mystery behind her demise, he’ll need Ivy’s help. Along the way, he is surprised to learn that bookish Ivy stirs a passion and longing that he has never known. This rogue believes he’s finally met his match—but can Quill convince clever, skeptical Ivy that his love is no fiction?Don''t miss Ready Set Rogue, the first in Manda Collins'' new series set in Regency England!

THE PICTURE OF ROMANCE A dedicated painter, Miss Sophia Hastings is far more concerned with finding the right slant of light than in finding Mr. Right. But when an overheard conversation hints at danger for another local artist, Sophia is determined to get involved. Even if it means accepting help from an impossibly good-looking vicar who insists on joining her investigation—and threatens to capture her heart… Reverend Lord Benedick Lisle knows that Sophia is no damsel in distress. But he won’t allow her to venture into peril alone, either. . .especially since he finds Sophia’s curious, free-spirited nature so alluring. But protecting her from harm is becoming more difficult than the vicar could have expected as he and Sophia confront their fiery mutual passion. Who could have known that the art of love would prove so irresistible?Wallflower Most Wanted by Manda Collins is a page-turning Regency romance and part of the Studies in Scandal series. “Plenty of pleasure.”—RT Book Reviews

For the first time together in one fabulous e-bundle, romance and mystery collide in Manda Collins’ Ugly Ducklings seriesThese wallflowers aren’t looking for love, but when they find themselves entangled in dangerous intrigues they’ll need help from a trio of irresistible lords to unravel the truth—and tying the love knot in the process. HOW TO DANCE WITH A DUKE: Miss Cecily Hurston would rather explore the antiquities of Egypt than the mysteries of marriage, but to gain entrance into an exclusive academic society, she needs to wed one of its dull members. Only the likeliest candidate, the dashing Lucas Dalton, Duke of Winterson, is anything but dull. He’s willing to give bluestocking Cecily what she needs, but Lucas is hiding a secret that might snuff out love’s flame before it even has a chance to burnHOW TO ROMANCE A RAKE: A wallflower among the roses of the ton, Miss Juliet Shelby is shocked when Alec, Viscount Deveril, the most handsome bachelor in London, offers to teach her to dance. Passion sparks between them, but both are keeping secrets, and Juliet’s interfering family will force them into an elopement. Can a marriage made in haste lead to happy ever after, or will unexpected danger separate the newlyweds forever? HOW TO ENTICE AN EARL: Lady Madeline Essex sought out the forbidden gambling hell as research for her novel, but instead she’s stumbled upon a grisly crime. If only she’d been discovered by anyone other than Christian Monteith, the new Earl of Gresham, the most maddening, fascinating man of her acquaintance. It will take compromise and team work for this pair to discover just what lies beneath the scene they witnessed, and when Maddie catches the attention of a ruthless criminal, Christian will do whatever he can to keep her safe--even risk their newly kindled love.

A wallflower determined to fulfill a dying promise, the rogue she jilted years ago, and an orphaned baby are all brought together amidst the magic of Christmas in this new novella from Manda Collins. Miss Merry Parks makes a deathbed promise to a schoolfriend that her infant daughter will be taken to her absent father. There’s only one problem—to find the baby’s father, she’ll have to consult his cousin, Viscount Wrotham, the man she jilted five years ago. The man she couldn’t forget. Alex Ponsonby, Viscount Wrotham, is stunned to find Merry Parks—looking more lovely than ever--on his doorstep with an infant in her arms. His shock soon turns to dismay when he learns his own cousin William is the man who abandoned his wife and child. As head of the family he’s duty bound to see right is done. But he can''t let this opportunity pass. He’ll take Merry and the baby to his cousin, but he’ll woo her back in the process.Merry agrees to travel with Alex and the baby to Wrotham Castle, where the entire Ponsonby family has gathered for Christmas, but her plans to see the baby settled then leave are ruined by a snowstorm. After five years apart, Alex and Merry will spend the week getting reacquainted. Perhaps it’s the spirit of the holiday, or the magic of the season, but there could be something else in the air this Yuletide…A Christmas Reunion.

How to Entice an EarlManda CollinsLady Madeline Essex is the last of the unwed "ducklings" in her family—and by far the most outspoken. But when she boldly enters London''s most notorious gaming house in search of fodder for her novel, even her sharp tongue can''t save her from the horrible crime she stumbles upon there. As luck would have it, first on the scene is the last man she wants to see her vulnerable. The one man who could tempt her heart…Christian Monteith, the new Earl of Gresham, isn''t much for card rooms and gaming hells. But as a favor to his former commanding officer, he''s investigating a gamester for espionage on the night that Maddie ventures in looking more enticing than he''s ever seen her. Suddenly, his feelings for his friend aren''t so friendly anymore. And when her curiosity brings the impetuous novelist to the attention of a madman, Christian will stop at nothing to protect her—from a sinister plot that is far more dangerous than any stolen kiss…

The beautiful Miss Amelia Snow is not accustomed to being snubbed by the gentlemen of the ton. But when her mother dies unexpectedly, forcing Amelia to take employment as companion to a wealthy cit''s daughter, she quickly learns to play down her looks or risk losing her position. When her employers, the Smithsons, decide to throw a country house party, she is determined to fade into the background. But how can she when the Smithson''s guest of honor is Lord Quentin Fortescue, the childhood friend who stole her heart?Younger son, Lord Quentin Fortescue, is far more interested in his host''s cotton mills in the north than he is in courting the man''s dim-witted daughter. But it''s the girl''s companion who makes him look twice. Years ago, Miss Amelia Snowe rejected his proposal without a backward glance. Quentin has molded himself into just the sort of man she''d have wanted back then, but is Amelia still the smug beauty who broke his heart? And can either of them risk their newfound positions to indulge the fiery attraction that burns between them? The Perks of Being a Beauty is an Ugly Ducklings book from Manda Collins.

ONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS KISS is a sexy, romantic holiday e-novella, set in the world of Manda Collins''s bestselling Wicked Widows trilogy. When Sir Lucien Blakemore arrives at his cousin''s estate for a week-long Christmas party, he''s shocked to see Miss Winifred Nightingale among the other guests. Employed by his neighbor back in Yorkshire, the governess with the lovely eyes has always seemed off limits, but she''s visiting here as a guest—and there''s nothing like a little mistletoe to make the spirits bright…Miss Winifred Nightingale never dreamed a holiday visit with her sister would lead to both ladies spending Christmas as the local lord''s guests. But the big surprise is when she finds the handsome Sir Lucien Blakemore staying there too. The attraction between them is undeniable, but will an old nemesis and a party guest bent on mischief make their first kiss under the mistletoe their last?

A DANGEROUS GAMEHeartbroken by the loss of her brother, Miss Leonora Craven vows to uncover the truth about his "accident," which seems to have been anything but. Jonathan Craven was involved with the Lords of Anarchy, a notorious driving club, and Leonora can''t help but suspect foul play. But the only way she can infiltrate their reckless inner circle is to enlist the help of Jonny''s closest ally, Lord Frederick Lisle. If only he didn''t also happen to be the man who broke Leonora''s heart…AN UNDENIABLE DESIREFrederick isn''t surprised to find gorgeous, headstrong Leonora playing detective, but he knows that the Lords of Anarchy mean business—and he has no choice but to protect her. A sham engagement to Leonora will allow Frederick to bring her into the club and along for the ride. But it isn''t long before pretending to be lovers leads to very real passion. With everything to lose, is their tempestuous affair worth the risk?

Marriage? To a gambler? You must be joking! Lady Ophelia Dauntry has never been one to back down from a challenge. And when her spendthrift father does the unthinkable and loses her hand in marriage at the gaming tables, she is faced with the challenge of her life. Not only in the man she''ll be forced to marry-the Earl of Mainwaring--a gamester, he''s also a member of the Lords of Anarchy-the driving club she holds responsible for her dear friend Lucinda''s confinement in an asylum, though they have never claimed responsibility. Marriage to Mainwaring won''t be easy, but perhaps it will give her the entrée behind the scenes of the LOA she needs to find out which of them had Lucinda put away. All Jasper Fawley, the Earl of Mainwaring, wanted was a night of cards, but by the end of the evening he walks away not only with a great deal of money, but a lady''s hand in marriage. It''s not as if he doesn''t already have a great deal on his plate, what with paying for his sisters'' seasons and searching for James Craven''s killer amongst the Lords of Anarchy. But despite his misgivings, he finds his new wife more than beddable and to his surprise and dismay she seems to have quite an interest in the LOA. Could she be one of those women who throw themselves at members willy-nilly, or is there some other reason for her interest in the club? And will their dealings with the club become far more dangerous than either of them could have anticipated?

LOVE IS ALWAYS A WILD RIDE.A writer for the Ladies Gazette, Miss Ophelia Dauntry’s passion is her pen. So when she sees a fellow writer kidnapped before her eyes—and the trail of evidence leads to the Lords of Anarchy—Ophelia vows to find her friend and take down the notorious London driving club in her column. But before she can argue her case, she needs the inside scoop from its newest leader: Piers Hamilton, the Duke of Trent. Headstrong, handsome Trent joined the Lords of Anarchy after a decade in the British Army. He’s made it his business to tame the misbehavior within the driving club—and the infuriatingly attractive Ophelia is only getting in his way. The deeper she digs into the case, the more she puts her own life at risk. Can Trent convince Ophelia to trust him to seek justice…and find protection, and passion, in his arms?Don''t miss the last book in Manda Collins'' gripping Lords of Anarchy trilogy, Good Dukes Wear Black!