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The Wickeds
Series · 8 books · 2013-2022

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The Start of Something Wicked

2022

Madeline Seymore, vicar's daughter, and shrewish spinster is out doing the Lord's work when a passing horse sprays her with muck. The careless rider almost runs her over in his haste to reach the village tavern. Second-best dress ruined and only her temper keeping her warm, Madeline confronts the unfeeling lout to demand an apology. Robert Reynolds only wants to drink the afternoon away and forget about the responsibilities that come with being the heir to the Marquess of Cambourne. Instead, he's confronted by a sharp-tongued, filthy young woman who claims she's ruined her dress. He'd rather ruin her. The Start of Something Wicked is the Prequel to the bestselling Wickeds series.
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Wickeds Scandal

2013

An alternative cover edition for this ASIN can be found here and here. Alexandra Dunforth’s conniving uncle is forcing her into wedding a man she doesn’t know. Her uncle is determined. He’s threatened to sell Helmsby Abbey, the only home Alexandra has ever known, and throw the estate’s staff into the streets if he doesn’t get his way. But her uncle has the intelligence of a turnip, surely Alexandra can manage to outwit him and save all she holds dear. After years of living in Macao, Sutton “Satan” Reynolds, the decadent, handsome Marquess of Cambourne, has finally returned to take his place in society. As beautiful as he is wealthy, the ladies of the ton are lining up to be ruined at his hands. He finds them all tedious and boring until he meets the delectable Miss Dunforth. Miss Dunforth seems immune to his charms. In fact, the tart-tongued spinster assures Sutton that she finds him arrogant. Annoying. And lacking in some way. One wicked kiss leads to a scandalous attraction. Determined to save her home, Alexandra has no time to flirt with scandalous rakes, especially one who sports a dragon tattoo and possesses a ridiculous nickname. Lord Cambourne is a distraction Alexandra can ill afford, even after he kisses her. Besides, she’s certain he is only toying with her for his own amusement. After all, notorious rakes don’t desire plain, bookish spinsters from Hampshire. Do they?
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Devil of a Duke

2016

An alternative cover edition for this ASIN can be found here. Jemma Manning is not like most young ladies. She’s reckless. Opinionated. Eccentric. Her father has very firm ideas about her behavior. Stop wearing breeches. Don’t carry a brace of pistols on your person. Be demure. Fortunately for Nick Shepherd, Jemma does none of those things. A mysterious stranger. When she comes to the aid of Mr. Shepherd, Jemma soon regrets her charity. The man is rude. Arrogant. And a fortune hunter. Jemma finds her attraction to him unwarranted especially since he’s not at all appreciative that she’s rescued him from certain death. Nick’s life was never in danger and he certainly didn’t need rescuing from some snippy boy named Jem. At least Nick thinks his savior was a boy. The bloody eye-patch he’s forced to wear impacts his sight. And the piece of leather itches in the heat. He hates Bermuda. The damned place is full of intrigue and mosquitoes. The sooner he sniffs out the man he’s searching for, the better. A dangerous attraction. When Nick meets his savior again, she’s wearing a dress and nearly betrothed to the Lord Governor’s son. Jemma is reckless and defiant with a wild nature that matches his own. The passion between them is undeniable. When he leaves Bermuda, he’s taking Jemma with him. She won’t go quietly. Kidnapping seems the most viable option. Nick has finally found the thing he loves most, but will he destroy Jemma for the sake of revenge? Book 2 in the Wickeds series
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My Wicked Earl

2019

An alternative cover edition for this ASIN can be found here. Lady Miranda Reynolds has finally decided to wed. Once the most sought-after young lady in London during her first Season, Miranda is now deemed unsuitable. An unfortunate scandal, as well as her own lack of interest in marriage, has led to a limited field of suitors. She's narrowed her choice down to either a fortune-hunting dandy or an elderly rake. Neither man is appealing, but Miranda is tired of waiting. Colin Hartley, the Earl of Kilmaire would never return to the dubious bosom of the ton if he didn't need an heiress to replenish the Kilmaire fortunes. He's not particular about his future bride. The less he cares for her, the better. Affection will not be involved. Colin gave his heart once with disastrous results. He doesn't want to see Miranda, the woman who spurned Colin so she could marry a future duke six long years ago. Except Miranda didn't marry a duke. Or an earl. Or anyone, since she and Colin parted. Upon his return to London, Colin finds Miranda's reputation tarnished, and she's intent on marrying a gold digger who has terrible taste in clothing and wears too much pomade. Colin shouldn't care whom Miranda marries. He can't forgive her. If only he didn't still want her.
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Wickedly Yours

2019

Some wild things want to be tamed… Lady Arabella Tremaine is in need of rescue. Angry and bitter at her banishment to Wales, she’s agreed to marry for all the wrong reasons; the most important being she loathes her future husband. Unfortunately, the man whose proposal she accepted won’t take no for an answer. Rowan Grantly, Lord Malden is avoiding marriage, especially to the woman his mother has chosen for him. His tastes run to sour, devious women who favor austere clothing, namely Lady Arabella Tremaine. When Arabella goes missing, it falls to Rowan to retrieve the unpleasant woman and bring her back to London. Arabella is grateful to be rescued, even if it is by Lord Malden a gentleman who she doesn't particularly care for. And Malden doesn't like her either. She can't wait to go their separate ways. Unfortunately once Arabella returns to London she finds herself ruined. And betrothed....to Lord Malden. Wickedly Yours is a sexy, steamy romp through post-Regency England. Book 4 in the Wickeds. Book 1: Wicked’s Scandal Book 2: Devil of a Duke Book 3: My Wicked Earl Book 4: Wickedly Yours Coming soon… Tall, Dark & Wicked.
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Tall, Dark & Wicked

2020

The Earl of Morwick is no gentleman. He’s not even much of an earl. Brendan would rather climb the face of a cliff than endure a London ball. When he finds himself in London for his cousin’s wedding and spies Lady Petra Grantly, he behaves like the savage he’s often accused of being. Brendan can’t wait to leave for his isolated estate where he can't be tempted by Lady Petra. The last thing he wants is this unwanted attraction to the prim, ladylike daughter of Lord Marsh. Petra always does what is expected of her. Well-bred and obedient, she’s been raised by her mother, Lady Marsh, as the perfect young lady. When her parents secure a brilliant match for her with the suitable Lord Simon Pendleton, Petra begs to be allowed to consider his offer over a visit to Pendleton’s country estate. It’s a small rebellion on her part; after all, Petra would hardly call herself daring. The only time she can recall being the least bit reckless was allowing the ill-tempered Lord Morwick to kiss her senseless. A journey full of the unexpected... Upon leaving London for Pendleton’s estate, Petra finds herself the victim of a broken coach axle, spoiled lamb stew, torn garments, and in need of rescue by a certain tall, dark and wicked earl. And Petra is feeling...reckless.
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Still Wicked

2020

Lady Elizabeth Reynolds is perfectly happy living as a nun. Secure within the walls of St. Albans, Elizabeth is determined to take her vows and never return to London. Life in society holds no appeal and she has no desire to wed. Unfortunately, Elizabeth’s long absent mother has plans for her daughter. Taken from St. Albans against her will, Elizabeth has been promised in marriage to the Duke of Langford, a man with a penchant for cruelty and young wives. In return, Langford has promised her mother support in regaining her place in society. Desperate to cling to her freedom, Elizabeth has only one option... run. Henry Spencer Hammond, Lord Kelso has only just arrived back in England after serving the Crown abroad. Retirement for a man of his skills would be more assured... if he married. Any woman will do. As luck would have it, fate intercedes when a beautiful young nun hides in his coach and begs his help. When Spence proposes a marriage of convenience to solve his problem and hers, Elizabeth accepts. She’ll receive the protection of his name. Spence will have his freedom. Their arrangement is practical and uncomplicated. Logical. Until Spence falls in love with his wife. Still Wicked is a steamy historical romance set in post-regency London with a guaranteed happily ever after.
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Wicked Again

2020

A scandalous affair with a much younger man... Lady Marissa Cupps-Foster has buried three husbands. Only one, her dear Reggie, was a love match. As a woman considered past her prime with two grown sons, she's decided on discreet trysts when she feels the need for male companionship. Lord Trenton Haddon was only a dalliance. Haddon is tempting but far too young for her. And love is out of the question. Clearly, she isn't good at it. Determined to forget Haddon, Marissa returns to London and immerses herself in society. A former rake who has never been in love... Seducing the widowed Lady Cupps-Foster was a way to pass the time at a dull house party, but, instead, Haddon fell in love. Unfortunately, the object of his affection ended the affair and returned to London before he could declare himself. But Haddon has the perfect excuse to see Marissa again. His eldest daughter is about to make her debut, and, as a widower, he is in dire need of direction. Marissa won't refuse his plea for help. Another chance at love... Haddon can be very persuasive when he wants something, and he wants Marissa. But Marissa is just as convinced he'll eventually break her heart. Will Marissa allow herself to find love again, or will she stand by and watch Haddon marry someone else? Wicked Again is a steamy historical romance set in post-regency London, where scandal meets happily ever after.

Author

Kathleen Ayers
Kathleen Ayers
Author · 26 books

Kathleen Ayers has been a hopeful romantic since the tender age of fourteen when she first purchased a copy of Sweet Savage Love at a garage sale while her mother was looking at antique animal planters. Since then she’s read hundreds of historical romances and fallen in love dozens of times. In particular she adores handsome, slightly damaged men with a wicked sense of humor. On paper, of course. Kathleen lives in Houston and is married with one college aged son and two very spoiled dogs.

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