House of Devon

Series · 7 books · 2020

By Sue London, Tammy Andresen, Tracy Sumner, and more

Books in series

A Touch of Temptation

2020

She never meant to fall in love with her best friend. Charlotte Hudson has only ever wanted two things—to move up to a lady’s maid in the House of Devon, and to find love. Love like her parents. Love like her friend, Abigail. Love like the duke and duchess she works for. Philip Webster enjoys life as the valet to the second son of a duke, the man who was his childhood friend. Never one to resist a pretty face, when new maid Lily Draper joins the household staff, he is smitten. There’s only one problem. Lily spurns his advances, so to get close, he convinces her that he only wants to be friends. How to do that? Find himself a fake fiancée. There is no one better for the job than his best friend, Charlotte. Until Charlotte begins to lose her heart to the one man she always thought would protect it. When a theft in the household causes her character and position to come into question, however, Philip finds himself doing everything he can to clear her name—and, if he can, win her heart.

Tempting the Scoundrel

2020

Alternate cover edition of ASIN B08D113ZMJ Love at first sight. Steamy second chance. Regency splendor. As the most distinguished watchmaker in England, Christian Bainbridge believes in accurate timepieces, not love. He secretly offered his heart years ago, and he’s never gotten it back. When Raine Mowbray stumbles into his life again, Christian realizes the woman he’s worshiped from afar is still the woman he desires above all others. Raine Mowbray needs solitude and employment, not love. A housemaid forced to flee a loathsome earl’s grasp, the last thing she’s seeking is a man’s attention. When she finds herself unexpectantly paired with a gorgeous watchmaker in need of an assistant, she’s unnerved by his wit, kindness—and clandestine devotion to her. If you like spirited heroines who fight falling in love and charmingly arrogant heroes who think they know best, then this is the book for you! Snuggle up with Tempting the Scoundrel, a steamy second chance, love-at-first-sight Regency Romance!

Courting Temptation

2020

After Tabetha Barkley’s Mother passes away, she finds herself near destitute and without work experience. Out of options, Tabetha pays a visit to the Duchess of Devon to call in an old favor owed to her Mother. Now, Tabetha is to be a maid in the Devon home. It seems her problems are solved. That is, until a handsome footman starts playing havoc with her heart, and endangering her plans. Thomas Kingston proudly serves the Duke of Devon’s household, never dreaming of more, until Miss Tabetha Barkley shows up in the Duchess’s drawing-room. Now, he finds himself smitten and wishing for a different future. One where he can both serve the duke and marry Tabetha. Too bad footmen are not allowed such liberties. Tabetha and Thomas grow more fond of each other by the day. Before long, their hearts are engaged, but their circumstances demand they remain unattached. Dare they grab onto each other and fight for the future they dream of?

Tempting the Footman

2020

She’s an heiress who needs a husband fast…he’s the brooding, handsome footmen who comes to her rescue… Lady Venetia Dunham has plenty of money and freedom, until her father dies, leaving her and her feisty grandmother at the hands of her less than noble cousin when he becomes the new earl. Her cousin makes his wishes clear. She will marry a man of his choosing, a man who will split her fortune with her cousin. Determined to avoid that fate, Venetia and her grandmother flee to a country house party hosted by the Duke and Duchess of Devon, where Venetia stumbles into the arms of Adrian Montague, a handsome footman with a tragic past. When Venetia sprains her ankle, she and Adrian are closeted together for a week. The attraction between them is undeniable and forbidden. Their passion could wreck Adrian’s life if they were discovered together. When love blooms between them, it comes at a great cost, and Venetia must choose to follow society’s laws or her own heart.

Tempted by the Windflower

2020

Independent bluestocking Rosalind Flowers would rather help her father with his astronomy observations than attend endless teas with her mother. So she jumps at the chance to visit her friend, Lady Caroline, when her father receives an invitation from the duke. Open skies, horseback riding, and the freedom to read, sleep or do anything else she might like? Heaven. The surprisingly well educated and clever groom, Freddie Marshall, is a pleasant surprise. Will his love be worth flaunting society’s dictates?

Tempting Miss Daisy

2020

A match with a baron was beyond her wildest dreams… Daisy knew where she stood in society. When her father landed in debtor’s prison, she was lucky to have a roof over her head and employment that kept her fed and clothed. At best, she might hope to one day meet a gentleman who’d overlook her lack of dowry, like her sister. But when the Baron of Hartwell visits her employer, his glances scorch and his touch ignites. But he’s so far about her station, she doesn’t even dare to dream. She’s too tempting by half… Miss Daisy Frank was not the sort of woman a baron considered for a bride. Yes, she was of the peerage, but after her father’s fall from grace she had no dowry, no prospects, and little chance of a good match. Except… she was also sweet, kind, and achingly beautiful. The sort of woman that might just soothe a man’s wounded soul.

Tempting Taffy

2020

Someone is out to kill Gavin Carstairs, the Marquis of Falkirk, and his young son, but he cannot figure out who or why. He takes refuge at Hartland Abbey, the isolated country home of his friend, the Duke of Devon, while sorting it out. But all is not as it seems at Hartland Abbey either. Taffy, the maid assigned to attend to his quarters, is temptation itself, and one thing is for certain, she is no maid. Who is Taffy Ralston? And why is his heart, and his son, telling him to trust her?

Authors

Sue London

Author · 13 books

Best selling author Sue London created the beloved Regency romance series The Haberdashers. If you like your historical romance with a little action, a little humor, and a lot of strong-minded women, then this is the series for you! Recent reader reactions: "Sue London is a very gifted writer. I always enjoy reading her books." ~ Annie "It was so well written, and the storyline is wonderfully thrilling. If I could I would have rated this book a ten, but five is all they allow so that's what it is." ~ Pattimari "This witty love story enchanted me, and I look forward to reading more of the Haberdashers series." ~ ReaderLady For more on Sue you can check out her website, twitter page, or be her fan on Facebook.

"Witty dialogue and steamy sensuality.” —Publisher’s Weekly The USA Today bestselling author's storytelling career began when she picked up a historical romance on a college beach trip, and she fondly blames LaVyrle Spencer for her obsession with the genre. She’s a recipient of the National Reader’s Choice, HOLT Medallion, Golden Leaf and MAGGIE among others. She lived in New York, Paris and Taipei before returning to NYC. When not writing sizzling love stories about feisty heroines and their temperamental-but-entirely-lovable heroes, Tracy enjoys reading, snowboarding, college football (Go Tigers!), yoga, and travel. She loves to hear from romance readers! Find me everywhere on social here! https://linktr.ee/tracysumner

Amanda Mariel

Author · 40 books

USA Today Bestselling, Amazon All Star author Amanda Mariel dreams of days gone by when life moved at a slower pace. She enjoys taking pen to paper and exploring historical time periods through her imagination and the written word. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/#!/AuthorAma... Twitter www.twitter.com/AmandaMarieAuth Website: http://www.amandamariel.com Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bQgkbr

Lauren Smith

Author · 75 books

Lauren Smith is a USA Today Best-Selling author and an Oklahoma attorney. She knew she was destined to be a romance writer when she attempted to re-write the entire Titanic movie just to save Jack from drowning. Connecting with readers by writing emotionally moving, realistic and sexy romances no matter what time period is her passion. She’s won multiple awards in several romance subgenres including: New England Reader’s Choice Awards, Greater Detroit BookSeller’s Best Awards, Amazon.com Breakthrough Novel Award Quarter-Finalist and a Semi-Finalist for the Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Award. To connect with Lauren, visit her at www.laurensmithbooks.com or twitter at @LSmithAuthor.

Ellie St. Clair

Author · 46 books

Ellie has always loved reading, writing, and history. For many years she has written short stories, non-fiction, and has worked on her true love and passion—romance novels. In every era there is the chance for romance, and Ellie enjoys exploring many different time periods, cultures, and geographic locations. No matter when or where, love can always prevail. She has a particular soft spot for the bad boys of history, and loves a strong heroine in her stories. The lake is Ellie’s happy place, and when she’s not writing, she is spending time with her son, her Husky/Border Collie cross, and her own dashing duke. She loves reading—of course—as well as running, biking, and summers at the lake. Ellie loves hearing from her readers! Email her at ellie@prairielilypress.com. Contact her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/elliestclair, and sign up for her mailing list at http://www.prairielilypress.com/ellie....

Meara Platt

Author · 63 books

Meara Platt is happily married to her Russell Crowe look-alike husband, and they have two terrific children. She lives in one of the many great towns on Long Island, New York, and loves it, except for the traffic. She has traveled extensively, occasionally lectures and finds time to write. Her favorite place in all the world is England’s Lake District, which may not come as a surprise since many of her stories are set in that idyllic landscape, including her Romance Writers of America Golden Heart award winning story.