Janet Woods
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Language
English
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Description
A married woman, pregnant with her sea-captain lover's child, dies giving birth. The child, Serafina Finn, is abandoned to an orphanage and grows up longing to feel that she belongs somewhere. Eighteen years later, her father, hearing rumours that his lost daughter survived, dispatches a detective, Adam Chapman, to discover the truth. Adam finds, and falls in love with, Serafina--but, even if he can prove her identity, will her real family accept...
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
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Description
"An Austen-worthy hero and a feisty, resourceful heroine . . .this will be a pleasure to recommend to fans of historical romances"
Booklist Starred Review
She is a spinster with a secret fortune . . . He is an impoverished earl who must marry money or face ruin . . . Theirs is a love match to be reckoned with
1812. Clever, strong-willed Vivienne Fox is unexpectedly endowed with riches beyond her wildest...
Booklist Starred Review
She is a spinster with a secret fortune . . . He is an impoverished earl who must marry money or face ruin . . . Theirs is a love match to be reckoned with
1812. Clever, strong-willed Vivienne Fox is unexpectedly endowed with riches beyond her wildest...
Author
Publisher
Belgrave House
Language
English
Formats
Description
To prevent the loss of his estate in a wager, Remy St Cyres agrees to abduct and wed the first woman who comes through the inn door. Fleur Russell is that woman. And, her reputation ruined, her brothers-who half kill her abductor-insist on marriage. The son of a Spaniard, Remy is recruited as a spy in England's war with Spain. A tale of betrayal, revenge and untimely love… Georgian Historical Romance by Janet Woods; originally published by Robert...
4) Angelina
Author
Publisher
Belgrave House
Language
English
Formats
Description
Angelina's arrival at Wrey House forces her mother, the countess, to accept a daughter she didn't know existed. But her sister, the exotic Rosabelle, may not be her twin at all. And who is the Highwayman-an enigmatic second son or the bastard half-brother imprisoned for the crime? Angelina knows but refuses to betray, though it ruins her chances for happiness. Historical Romance by Janet Woods; originally published by Robert Hale [UK]
Author
Publisher
Belgrave House
Language
English
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Description
Graine Seaton impersonates Evelyn Adams because she wants to survive. Her new identity comes with a fortune, and betrothal to a man of letters. Graine doesn't count on falling in love with Saville Lamartine, the master of Rushford House, nor does she envisage opposing the slave trade from which her fortune came. When her pretence is exposed and her life is under threat, will Saville come to her rescue? Georgian Romance by Janet Woods; originally published...
Author
Publisher
Belgrave House
Language
English
Formats
Description
Amber Rose Hartford's grandfather made her dowry dependent on her marrying Viscount Costain. Though unaware of this condition, Benedict accepts it for more than one reason. He rescues Amber from her disreputable cousin Patrick, but before they can marry she is abducted. A large ransom is paid but Amber is not released. Benedict must rescue her again-and convince her of his honorable intentions. Historical Romance by Janet Woods; originally published...
Author
Publisher
Belgrave House
Language
English
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Description
Gerard Lytton was tricked into marrying young Willow Givanchy, his enemy's unwanted and independent daughter. On his return after a four year absence, Gerard found Willow transformed into a beautiful young woman, but she retained those burdens of her mother's dark reputation and her father's dishonor. And then Willow's supposedly long-dead mother turned up, followed by unsettling events. (Winner of the 2002 Australian Romantic book of the year award)...
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2011.
Edition
First world edition.
Physical Desc
236 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
Raised in the slums in 1850s London, Celia Laws is a rarity, an educated young woman whose creative skills have attracted notice. But with family to care for, circumstances have driven her to pickpocketing. In Celia's harsh world, it's a small step from picking pockets to prostitution. When a young man offers her a fortune to spend a week with him, she takes the money and runs. But Celia's conscious can't allow her to forget the money she stole, and...
9) Moon cutters
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2013.
Physical Desc
217 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
11) Paper doll
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2010.
Physical Desc
234 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
12) Tall poppies
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2012.
Edition
First world edition.
Physical Desc
232 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
Dorset, 1917. If it's not enough that a girl from a good background is forced to work as a maid, Livia Carr is then violated by the master of the house and becomes pregnant. Her only course is to marry the son of the house, Richard Sangster, a World War One hero who has returned home an invalid. He is not expected to live, and he offers Livia and the child legitimacy, as well as his name and estate. Livia grows to love Richard, but even though it's...
13) Different tides
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
First world edition.
Physical Desc
219 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"1835. Clementine Morris, despite her youth and inexperience, is hired by Zachariah Fleet to care for his recently orphaned niece and nephew. But Zachariah has a secret, and there are troubles ahead, least of all when the self-possessed, wealthy businessman realises he may be falling for her"--Provided by publisher.
14) I'll get by
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2013.
Edition
First world edition.
Physical Desc
234 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
Meggie Elliot, an intelligent young woman who dreams of going to university and becoming a lawyer, joins the WRNS during World War II and falls for a charming aristocrat named Nick Cowan, but Nick may not be what he seems.
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2009.
Physical Desc
234 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
In 19th century Dorset, sea captain Nick Thornton threatens to take revenge on Charlotte Honeyman who has jilted her long-time swain and married a stranger. Charlotte's younger sister, Marianne, takes pity on Nick and secretly boards his ship, braving whatever scandal comes her way in order to heal the breach between the families ... and ultimately win the heart of the proud sea captain.
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First world edition.
Physical Desc
232 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"Having fallen on hard times, doctor's daughter Grace Ellis serves as a lady's companion. But on Lady Florence's death, Grace discovers that she's been left an unexpected legacy by her former mistress. There's just one catch. In order to claim her inheritance, Grace must wed Lady Florence's disreputable nephew, a gruff army brigadier more than three times her age. She is offered a way out by family friend Dominic LeSayres, who determines to marry...
17) Without reproach
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2008.
Edition
First world edition.
Physical Desc
219 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
While investigating the death of Charlie Parker, DI Theo Ransom uncovers a web of deceit that could endanger Charlie's widow, Lauren, who he has strong feelings for.
19) Hearts of gold
Author
Publisher
Severn House
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
First world edition.
Physical Desc
216 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
In 1890, 14-year-old Sarette is orphaned when her father dies of a snakebite on the Western Australian gold fields. John Kern, a wealthy English adventurer, rescues her from her father's villainous partner and eventually sends her to England to learn society manners. There she meets Magus, Kern's nephew, who, after Kern's tragic death, is appointed her guardian. When Magus learns his beloved uncle has left Sarette a considerable inheritance, his honesty...