Mary Balogh Livres

Pendant une tempête de neige dans une auberge isolée, une belle maîtresse d'école, Frances Allard, succombe à la tentation et passe la nuit dans les bras du très aristocratique lord Lucius Marshall. Au petit matin, niant les sentiments qu'il lui inspire, elle le repousse froidement lorsqu'il lui propose de le rejoindre à Londres. Lorsqu'ils se retrouvent par hasard à Bath, où la jeune femme enseigne, celle-ci le repousse de nouveau et lord Marshall s'emploie de plus belle à attirer son attention. Mais la jeune femme cache un secret dévastateur du passé, qui la pousse à refuser l'offre de mariage de Lucius. Le persistant lord arrivera-t'il à la faire changer d'avis ?

Be prepared to laugh out loud as you read scenes that are so hilarious you cannot imagine any other outcome, and be prepared to weep as these two souls struggle and strain to find common ground. Mary Balogh shows us once again why so many people think she is the mistress of the Regency romance! I wish that I had a dozen roses to give this exceptional novel!”Paula Klug, A Romance ReviewWhen Viscount Mowbury invites Wulfric Bedwyn, Duke of Bewcastle, to his sister’s country house party, Lady Renable has to scramble to find another lady guest to balance numbers. Christine Derrick, widow and part-time schoolteacher, is persuaded much against her will to be that lady.The cold, aloof duke and the fun-loving, accident-prone Christine are about as mismatched as a couple could possibly be, and they dislike each other from the start. But there is a definite attraction between them too, and soon Wulfric, much to his surprise, is in determined pursuit of an elusive Christine–even after the house party is over.

Set in the backdrop of Regency England, this novel follows a proper English lady who embarks on a transformative journey of self-discovery after an unexpected and scandalous encounter. As she navigates the complexities of desire and societal expectations, she learns to embrace her true self and the allure she possesses. This installment in the Horsemen Trilogy blends romance and personal growth, highlighting the tension between propriety and passion.

On a visit to Bath, a stranger bursts into Lady Freyja's room and entreats her to hide him. His name is Joshua, who is intrigued by the beauty. He makes her a surprising request: to pose as his fiancee and help thwart his family's matchmaking schemes. For two people determined to be free, it's the perfect plan...until passion blindsides them both.

The third in the Ravenswood series by Mary Balogh, bestselling author of The Westcott series. If you loved Bridgerton, you'll adore Mary Balogh!

The ninth novel in the Regency romance Westcott series by New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh.

In this captivating novel, Mary Balogh showcases her storytelling prowess through the tale of Lauren Edgeworth, a heroine from One Night for Love. The narrative revolves around an unlikely partnership between a notorious rake and a proper lady, both seeking to escape the bonds of matrimony. Kit Butler, Viscount Ravensberg, is a cool and dangerous figure in London, determined to avoid marriage despite his family's plans for him. Meanwhile, Lauren, having been left at the altar, has sworn off marriage. Their paths cross, leading to a bold agreement: Lauren will pretend to be Kit’s fiancée in exchange for a summer filled with passion and adventure. As the season unfolds, their arrangement appears flawless, designed to leave them both free once summer ends. However, the unexpected happens—Kit finds himself falling in love, realizing that a mere summer is not enough. As he grapples with his feelings, Kit must figure out how to convince Lauren to embrace a future together, despite their initial intentions. Balogh weaves a delightful tale of seduction, wit, and intrigue, ensuring that readers are enthralled until the very last page.

The final book in the Westcott series by Mary Balogh, New York Times bestselling author. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton.