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The Matchmaking Earl
Series · 5 books · 2017-2020

Books in series

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#1

Lord Misrule

2018

Juliana, Lady Courtenay, is no stranger to scandal. Not after her late husband died in the bed of another man. Now that the mourning period for her unwanted marriage is over, she is impatient to celebrate her freedom—and what better way than with a love affair during the most festive time of year? Finally she can experience the excitement of spending the entire night with a man completely devoted to her pleasure. Except when she asks Lord Misrule to be her very first lover, the rogue declines. Lord Misrule is eager for a diversion that will banish the regrets that always resurface during the Christmas season. Yet he cannot accept the desirable widow's tempting offer. If he did, it would be impossible to adhere to his strict rules for affairs—no debutantes, no innocents, and no attachments—all of which are necessary to prevent future misfortune. But when it seems Lady Courtenay will choose a less-than-honorable man to be her lover, Lord Misrule's chivalrous nature insists he charge to her rescue. He offers her a twelve-day affair, intent on providing her a fortnight of pleasure without causing her heart, or his, a lifetime of harm. ~~Previously published in the A Very Wicked Christmas anthology~~
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#2

Fool for Love

2017

Wicked Rogues. Handsome Aristocrats. Destined for love, one and all! Heather Boyd, Donna Cummings, and Beverley Oakley have teamed up to bring you three utterly romantic love stories to warm your heart! In A Husband for Mary, by Heather Boyd, Miss Mary Vine kissed a handsome stranger at the Fenwick Masquerade, never imagining the extraordinary attraction could be for the most disgraceful rake in London. A man she knew far too well… In Truly, My Love, by Donna Cummings, Lord Benedict and Lady Sommerwood stage a faux romance in order to help him evade two besotted young misses at a Valentine party. But can an affair built on falsehoods possibly turn into true love? In His Valentine’s Secret, by Beverley Oakley, Lady Athelton’s St Valentine’s Ball should have been a time for love, not vengeance, as the once carefree Lisette plots the demise of the man she once loved. Will she learn the truth in time?
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#2

Truly, My Love

2019

Lord Benedict is trying to evade two besotted misses at a Valentine country-house party. He enlists the help of a lovely young widow, Lady Sommerwood, and they hit upon a perfect solution: they shall pretend they are having a secret affair. Their faux romance quickly leads to genuine passion, but can an affair built on falsehoods possibly turn into true love? Previously published in the Fool For Love anthology
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#3

A Twelfth Night to Remember

2019

High-spirited Grace Nettleton had once believed in exciting escapades and magic—so much so, she eloped with a man who promised both. But her husband offered little beyond betrayal and heartache, except for their son, Oliver, the one good and pure thing to come from their union. Now widowed, Grace has returned to Hartstone Hall, resuming a position in the kitchens and setting aside her former fanciful notions of adventure in order to provide stability for her son. Rhys Wilton, Grace's dearest childhood friend, has loved her all his life, but his position as third son of a noble family seemed an insurmountable obstacle in their youth. Putting Grace's happiness first meant silently stepping aside when she departed to begin a life with someone else, despite the blow to Rhys' soul. With her return, he will not make the same mistake twice. Finding his place in Grace's and Oliver's hearts is easy. Convincing her to ignore their stations, and embrace a new adventure as his wife, will require all the magic of the season. ~~Previously published in the [Winter Wishes](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49656383.WinterWishes " Winter Wishes"): A Regency Holiday Romance anthology~~
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#4

Meet Me at the Mistletoe

2020

Desmond Mayfield enlists the Matchmaking Earl to find his perfect match, hoping for a love like his parents' legendary romance. He meets an enchanting temptress, but she is only amenable to a brief affair, unwilling to risk another loveless union. Can mistletoe—and the kisses they inspire—convince her their passion will last through every season? Originally published in the [Mistletoe and Mayhem](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/54875831.MistletoeandMayhem " Mistletoe and Mayhem")_ anthology

Authors

Donna Cummings
Donna Cummings
Author · 15 books

I have worked as an attorney, winery tasting room manager, and retail business owner, but nothing beats the thrill of writing humorously-ever-after romances. I reside in New England, although I fantasize about spending the rest of my days in a tropical locale, wearing flip flops year-round, or in Regency London, scandalizing the ton. I can usually be found on Twitter talking about writing and coffee, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Donna.Cummings.Author, talking about coffee and writing.

Heather Boyd
Heather Boyd
Author · 58 books

Heather Boyd is a USA Today Bestselling Author based in Newcastle, Australia. She has published over 50 steamy Regency Historical Romances and believes every character she creates deserves their own happily-ever-after—no matter how much trouble she puts them through. With that goal in mind, she writes romances that skirt the boundaries of propriety to keep readers enthralled until the wee hours of the morning. You can find out more at about her work at www.HeatherBoydBooks.com You can also connect with Heather on Facebook.com/HeatherBoydRomanceAuthor She enjoys #vanlife, cats, and pandering to the whims of a small, highly strung dog. Her bestselling series includes The Distinguished Rogues, Wild Randalls, and Saints and Sinners series. She is always writing a romance and her new series is the Scandalous Brides,

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