The Lady's Guide Series by Emmanuelle de Maupassant

On the run from an unwanted marriage, Ursula assumes the identity of an etiquette teacher and heads to a remote Scottish castle or the Yuletide season, but her 'young charge' turns out to be more than she bargained for. Texan rancher Rye Dalreagh, the long lost Dunrannoch heir, has been thrown in the deep end. During what should be the merriest of seasons, he must choose a bride, navigate an ancient curse, avoid being murdered, and try not to fall in love with his manners tutor... moreOn the run from an unwanted marriage, Ursula assumes the identity of an etiquette teacher and heads to a remote Scottish castle or the Yuletide season, but her 'young charge' turns out to be more than she bargained for. Texan rancher Rye Dalreagh, the long lost Dunrannoch heir, has been thrown in the deep end. During what should be the merriest of seasons, he must choose a bride, navigate an ancient curse, avoid being murdered, and try not to fall in love with his manners tutor.Meanwhile, amidst the mayhem, a cold-blooded killer stalks the corridors of Castle Dunrannoch... and nothing is going to stand in their way.Let the mayhem begin!Previously published in the Once Upon a Christmas Wedding anthology less

Under the protection of darkly handsome Captain Jorge de Silva, Lady Bathsheba Asquith lands on the mysterious island of Vanuaka with only three days to find her missing brother. The trials of the jungle strip away any pretense of propriety and passion flares, but de Silva is not all he seems, and Bathsheba is in more danger than she can imagine. Vanuaka’s volcano is awakening—and only a human sacrifice can appease its fire... moreUnder the protection of darkly handsome Captain Jorge de Silva, Lady Bathsheba Asquith lands on the mysterious island of Vanuaka with only three days to find her missing brother. The trials of the jungle strip away any pretense of propriety and passion flares, but de Silva is not all he seems, and Bathsheba is in more danger than she can imagine. Vanuaka’s volcano is awakening—and only a human sacrifice can appease its fire.Another story from 'The Lady's Guide' series: historical romance brimming with adventure, mystery, passion—and a large helping of frivolous fun.Previously published in the Once Upon a Pirate Anthology less

Madly in love, or just pretending? Celebrated explorer Ethan Burnell is keen to return to the jungles of Mexico. Settling down isn't part of his plan.But his sister has other ideas, throwing a Christmas houseparty filled with eager debutantes. The answer? A fake engagement for the duration of the festivities!With her name mired in scandal, Cornelia Mortmain's marriage prospects are nil... moreMadly in love, or just pretending? Celebrated explorer Ethan Burnell is keen to return to the jungles of Mexico. Settling down isn't part of his plan.But his sister has other ideas, throwing a Christmas houseparty filled with eager debutantes. The answer? A fake engagement for the duration of the festivities!With her name mired in scandal, Cornelia Mortmain's marriage prospects are nil. Texan-born Burnell is exactly the sort of 'dangerous man' she's sworn off, and posing as his fiancée can only spell trouble.Or, make her so notorious she'll become irresistible.Can they convince everyone they're madly in love?The game is on!Heat level : passionatePreviously published in the Have Yourself a Merry Little Scandal anthologyDiscover more in 'The Lady's Guide' series: historical romance brimming with adventure, mystery and intrigue.Available for sale nowThe Lady’s Guide to a Highlander's HeartThe Lady's Guide to Mistletoe and MayhemThe Lady’s Guide to Escaping CannibalsThe Lady’s Guide to Deception and DesireReleasing in 2022The Lady’s Guide to Havoc in a HaremThe Lady’s Guide to Tempting a Transylvanian CountEach can be read as a 'stand alone' and in any order. less

Love is the one thing she can't fake. Disowned by her oil tycoon father, debutante Rosamund Burnell is in a fix. With limited funds, and a long way from Texas, the answer seems obvious. Pretend she's still a wealthy catch, to ensnare an eligible English bachelor.Meeting the Duke of Studborne, it seems her prayers have been answered. The silver fox is in need of an heir, and soon seems besotted... moreLove is the one thing she can't fake. Disowned by her oil tycoon father, debutante Rosamund Burnell is in a fix. With limited funds, and a long way from Texas, the answer seems obvious. Pretend she's still a wealthy catch, to ensnare an eligible English bachelor.Meeting the Duke of Studborne, it seems her prayers have been answered. The silver fox is in need of an heir, and soon seems besotted.The only spanner in the works? Her growing attraction to the duke's very proper, very honourable and very penniless nephew, Benedict.Rosamund tells herself she needs to think with her head, not her heart! But the Duke's motives for courting her are not what they seem, and Rosamund is suddenly caught in a trap.Are the mysterious disappearances at Studborne Abbey mere coincidence? Or does something wicked lurk within the ancient monastic walls? Rosamund must uncover the truth, and only one person in the abbey can help her. The annoyingly principled Benedict!Heat level: Passionate less