The Duchess of Bentley is just out of mourning. As a widow, she has certain freedoms other women do not. But she has neither the time nor inclination to look for dalliance. She’s much too busy overseeing the very special properties left to her by the late duke—including the elite gaming hell known as Dante’s Inferno. Until another nobleman returns to London and reminds her that she is still a young, passionate woman. The Duke of Evermont, has returned from his sugar plantations in the Caribbean. His life is full running his estates and seeing to his investments. The last thing he’s searching for is a wife. That is until he sees Eleanor again, and other society beauties fade in comparison. The last time he saw her, Eleanor was walking down the aisle to another man. This time, Evermont is determined not to let the beautiful and vibrant lady slip through his hands. Fortunately for him, the duchess turns to him for help—and he’s more than willing to sweep her under his ducal cloak of protection. Whether his assistance is required in shielding her from members of society foolish enough to gamble away their fortunes, or from the heartless schemes of her own father—Evermont will do what it takes to show her their future together is a sure thing.

Inheriting the title from his murdered father, Alec finds just how dire things really are. His father's gambling obsession left the family with nothing but the entailed properties. The ton views him as a disgraced duke. Alec, now The Duke of Wexwood, finds himself in need of a bride. One with a substantial dowry. It needn't be a love match, as Alec doesn't believe love exists, except in rare cases. He needs a woman who can help him rebuild the dukedom. Margaret Douglas is an American recently arrived back in England. She has fulfilled her late father's wishes by returning with her mother. Now, she needs to find a husband. One who won't squander her dowry, someone who'll see her as an equal. Introduced by her cousin, the Earl of Norwood, Margaret and Alec come to an agreement which quickly turns into a passionate romance. Lurking in the background are secrets—ones Margaret can't hide from the duke. Secrets she brought from America. What will happen when Alec finds out what she's hiding?

One of the worst snow storms in over a decade hits England. What's the worst that could happen? Lady Jane Blackmont finds herself stranded at the Earl of Norwood's estate. Not looking for love of any fashion, she finds herself falling for a neighbor and one of her brother's friends. The Earl of Norwood rescues the young woman after her carriage careens off the road. Right in front of his estate. Norwood's been unlucky in love, but finds himself intrigued with the smart and talented Lady Jane. Does he dare open himself up to love? Life is about to hand the pair more than most young couples have to deal with in a life time. Lady Jane shows Norwood she's up to the challenge.

A spirited miss. A rakehell duke. A love someone will stop at nothing to ruin… After successfully raising his orphaned siblings, Henry Blackmont, duke of Blackmont earned his reputation as a notorious rakehell who avoids polite society at all costs. Yet he finds himself attending the season’s largest ball, enduring the avid gazes of doe-eyed, title-hungry debutantes. All because of one woman: Miss Anna Grover. His future duchess. Ever since he glimpsed the demure, dark-haired beauty, he’s been drawing up a battle plan to win her heart, bed her thoroughly, and fill his country estate with their children. Preferably as soon as possible. Content to be almost completely overlooked by the ton, Anna is an unusually well-traveled and educated woman who has refused a shocking number of marriage proposals. Until she meets Henry. Despite his reputation, she finds him thoughtful, kind, and handsome in the extreme—and his mere proximity heats her blood in a wholly delightful new way. But more than one woman of the ton has designs on the Duke of Blackmont. And Anna is about to find out how far they’ll go to ruin her chances with the only man she’s ever wanted…

CONCLUSION to book 4, Wicked Is The Duke! Lady Caroline has made a mess of her life. She flees, not knowing whether her husband, the earl of Carlisle, still lives. Luckily, fate has another twist for her. Enter Ewan Drummond, duke of Kirkcaldy. The handsome duke offers her a place to go while she determines what the earl is up to, if he even lives. His mother is in need of a companion. Lady Caroline's brother, Lord Montgomery, accepts on her behalf, and they leave for the duke's home in Scotland. She finds Drummond easy to talk to, but is well aware the man has secrets of his own. Why does he leave the house in the middle of the night, and where does he go? Can he be of assistance, or will involving himself sully his reputation?

Percival Montgomery, Marquess of Trent is being pressured by his father, the Duke of Marlborough to take a bride. Not just any bride, but the daughter of the Duke of Brandon. Lady Eugenie Hamilton has been told under no uncertain terms she is to accept Trent's advances or face a hastily arranged marriage to the Marquess of Trent. Having known and spent summers riding with Trent, a match with the Marquess wouldn't be so bad. To make matters worse the Duke of Northshire has asked her father for permission to court her as well. It is a little known fact Northshire is broke and looking to marry someone with a substantial dowry to shore up his debts. And he'll stop at nothing. Please note: This title has been re-edited and reissued.