New Releases by Mary Jo Putney

Zwei Seelen und eine gemeinsame Gabe Der historische Liebesroman im wildromantischen Cornwall von der New York Times-Bestsellerautorin Mary Jo Putney Von seinem Vater einst verstoßen und ohne Familie aufgewachsen, will Bran Tremayne nichts mit dem Adelstitel zu tun haben, der ihm in Cornwall zugefallen ist. Doch seine Gabe, die ihn Gefahren instinktiv spüren lässt, zieht ihn an die nebligen Küsten, wo sich dunkle Machenschaften zusammenbrauen. Dort trifft er auf eine geheimnisvolle Fremde, die verletzt und ohne jede Erinnerung auf ihn angewiesen ist. Bran weiß, dass sie ihn braucht – und seine Intuition flüstert ihm zu, dass mehr auf dem Spiel steht, als er ahnt … Für Merryn ist die Gefahr allgegenwärtig, doch die wahren Bedrohungen bleiben im Verborgenen: Ohne Gedächtnis ist sie auf die Hilfe des mysteriösen Fremden angewiesen, der sie rettete. Aber kann sie dem Mann trauen, der in ihr eine Leidenschaft entfacht, die sie kaum begreift? Als ihr Leben in Gefahr schwebt, wird klar, dass Merryn im Mittelpunkt eines riskanten Spiels steht. Gemeinsam mit Bran und einem Bund loyaler Männer stellt sie sich ihren Feinden. Wird ihre wachsende Liebe stark genug sein, die Schatten des Krieges und die dunklen Geheimnisse zu überstehen? Erste Leser:innenstimmen „Spannende historische Romance mit einem magischen Twist.“ „Kurzweilig, mysteriös und malerisch in England des frühen 19. Jahrhunderts.“ „Ich freue mich auf die Fortsetzung der Reihe und empfehle sie allen Fans von Mary Jo Putney oder von realistischer historischer Fantasy.“ „Dieser historische Liebesroman hat mich komplett in seinen Bann gezogen.“

Allies of the heart and soul . . . England, 1803. The oldest foster child of the Earl and Countess Tremayne, Caden Tremayne was one of several abandoned children rescued into the fold of the “Tribe of Tremayne,” each bearing a special gift. Now that he is grown, Cade’s superior investigative abilities and talent for preventing violence—or when necessary, executing it—are urgently required by the Home Office. For after an all-too-brief peace, Britain and France are about to be at war again. But it isn’t the dangerous mission that concerns Cade. It’s his secret love for his sweet, bright, spirited accomplice . . . Will their love be the victor? Tamsyn Tremayne has always felt a deep connection to Cade, whose very presence warms her heart. Yet though they are not blood, their family relationship has led her to suppress her love for him. Still, their mental bond is undeniable—and only grows stronger, along with their feelings, when Cade is captured by the French. Tam knows that Cade will not be easily broken, yet only their meeting of minds can truly save him—and hopefully free them to be together at last. But first, she will have to navigate a treacherous maze of enemies and allies to find him, they will have to escape France—and block a devastating plot against Britain . . .

From the renowned bestselling author comes a thrilling new historical romance series set in the remote English county of Cornwall, featuring a rugged hero and heroine who share a unique legacy, a powerful passion—and a common enemy. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton. Together they faced the past . . . A sense of duty sends Bran Tremayne to Cornwall to confront his heritage of British nobility. Abandoned at birth, Bran wants nothing to do with the embittered remains of his family. But as a special agent for the Home Office, he senses trouble brewing along the coast. And he can’t turn away from the vulnerable woman he encounters in the Cornish countryside. Merryn’s amnesia makes her past a mystery to them both, but with her life in danger, the only thing Bran knows for sure is that the beautiful stranger needs his protection . . . But would they share a future? Leaning into Bran is difficult enough, but can Merryn trust the strong bond—and the powerful passion—she feels for her rugged rescuer? She has no choice once Bran uncovers that she is at the center of a plot between French agents and Cornish smugglers. From misty woodlands to stormy shores, the two join forces with a band of loyal Cornishmen to bring down a common enemy. Yet will their growing love survive the coming peril?

Ist ihre Liebe wirklich verloren? Der gefühlvolle Roman »Die Unwägbarkeit der Liebe« von Mary Jo Putney jetzt als eBook bei dotbooks. Eine unerwartete Wendung des Schicksals ... Nachdem die Ehe von Kate und Patrick vor Jahren auf tragische Weise zerbrach, führt das Testament von Kates Vater sie nun wieder zusammen: Nur wenn sie ein Jahr lang zusammenarbeiten und unter einem Dach wohnen, erben sie das Haus der Corsi-Familie. Für die Architektin Kate eine bittere Nachricht, denn nicht ohne Grund lebt sie seit der Trennung in Kalifornien – weit weg von ihrem Exmann, seinen dunkelsten Seiten und der gemeinsamen Vergangenheit. Doch die Arbeit im Familienbetrieb und das geliebte Haus ihrer Kindheit hat sie schrecklich vermisst. Und Patrick, der ein anderer Mann geworden ist, als der, mit dem sie nicht mehr zusammenleben konnte, gelobt Wiedergutmachung ... Verdient er diese zweite Chance – und wird vielleicht auch ihre Liebe neu erblühen? Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: Der Liebesroman »Die Unwägbarkeit der Liebe« von Mary Jo Putney. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks – der eBook-Verlag.

Reissued and repackaged for the very first time since 1988, Lady of Fortune is a classic story of one woman’s perseverance and strength in the face of insurmountable odds in the wake of the French Revolution. A countess turned servant . . . Forced to escape the French Revolution, resilient young Comtesse Marie-Christine D''Estelle flees to London. But when she finds herself unexpectedly penniless, Christa hides her aristocratic background to become a lady''s maid. . . . Until rebuffing advances from both her tyrannical mistress’s husband and her lover gets Christa cast into the street—directly into a hero’s arms . . . A Royal Navy commander . . . After a long absence, Captain Lord Alexander Kingsley has returned to England on medical leave. Now head of his family, he must take charge of his younger siblings. He feels a special duty to his sister Annabelle, a shy debutante in need of a maid. So Alex is delighted to discover that the intriguing, outspoken, and lovely young woman who serendipitously landed in his arms is in need of just such a position . . . The heart of a household . . . With her warmth, charm, and surprisingly refined intellect, Christa soon wins the hearts of all the Kingsleys—especially Alex. And while their mutual attraction deepens to something more, the gap in their social stations seems an impossible obstacle. Only when Alex and Annabelle become the targets of fortune hunters, will the truth about Christa have a chance to be revealed. But will it mean a chance for true love to triumph?

Let yourself be swept off your feet by the dashing heroes and heroines of the Rogues Redeemed series. Includes the first three books; Once a Soldier, Once a Rebel and Once a Scoundrel. Once a Soldier: As heir to a title, Will Masterson should have stayed home and tended his responsibilities. Instead, he went to war. After years fighting the French, he intends his current mission to be his last. But all his plans are forgotten when he arrives in the small mountain stronghold of San Gabriel and meets her. Knowing herself to be too tall, strong and unconventional, Athena Markham has always gloried in her independence. Yet for the first time in her life, she finds a man who might be her match. Two of a kind, too brave for their own good, Athena and Will vow to do whatever it takes to vanquish San Gabriel’s enemies, while finding a love deeper than they’d ever imagined. Once a Rebel: As Washington burns, Callista Brooke is trapped in the battle between her native England and her adopted homeland. She is on the verge of losing everything, including her life, when a handsome Englishman cuts through the violent crowd to claim her as his. Lord George Gordon Audley was Callista’s best friend, but his attempt to rescue her from a loathsome arranged marriage had him sent on a one-way trip to the penal colony of Australia. Against all odds, he survived, and now he vows to do whatever is necessary to protect Callista. But their friendship has become a dangerous passion that may save or destroy them when they challenge the aristocratic society that exiled them both. Once a Scoundrel: Gabriel Hawkins was born to command the sea, until he left the Royal Navy in disgrace and was disowned by his family. Now captaining his own ship, earning his living through dubious means, he is the best choice to ransom an aristocratic beauty captured by Barbary pirates. Facing the prospect of a life as a harem slave, Lady Aurora Lawrence is beyond horrified. Her only hope of escape lies in a quiet, steely captain who ignites an attraction in her that burns hot within the close confines of his ship. But even if they endure the perils of the waves, can their love survive a return to England, where the distance between a disgraced captain and an earl’s daughter is wider than the ocean? A sweeping and dramatic historical romance series for fans of Bridgerton and Johanna Lindsey. Praise for Mary Jo Putney ‘I loved this story and didn''t want it to end! The whole “Rogues Redeemed” series is excellent and Ms. Putney is one of my favourite authors.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader review ‘Enchanting, full of adventures and romance and happily ever afters.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader review ‘A light, happy romance... with many great characters. I recommend this to historical romance lovers.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader review ‘Exciting and heartwarming, the storyline flows well and captures your full attention. An outstanding read from one of my go-to authors.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader review ‘So good, I''ve read it several times. Mary Jo Putney never disappoints.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader review ‘An exciting adventure filled with danger, trust and friendship... Ms. Putney is one of my all time favourite authors.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader review

Sie folgt dem Ruf der Freiheit: Der berauschende historische Roman »Der Duft von wilden Granatäpfeln« von Mary Jo Putney jetzt als eBook bei dotbooks. Der Orient im 19. Jahrhundert: Zwölf Jahre ist es her, dass die Diplomatentochter Juliet der feinen britischen Gesellschaft den Rücken kehrte. Im glanzvollen Persien hat die rebellische junge Frau sich ein Leben in Freiheit und Wohlstand aufgebaut, fernab von den steifen Regeln ihres Heimatlandes und den Fesseln ihrer Ehe. Doch dann taucht ausgerechnet Ross Carlisle, der bekannte Abenteurer aus England, in ihrem kleinen Reich auf – der Mann, vor dem sie einst floh und mit dem sie auf dem Papier immer noch verheiratet ist. Er befindet sich auf einer hochgefährlichen Rettungsmission, und Juliet weiß: Ohne sie hat er keine Chance zu überleben. Gegen jede Vernunft schließt sie sich ihm an ... »Dieser bemerkenswerte Roman voller Abenteuer und unstillbarer Liebe ist ein atemberaubendes Leseerlebnis, an das man sich für immer erinnern wird.« Romantic Times Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: Der opulente historische Roman »Der Duft von wilden Granatäpfeln« von Bestsellerautorin Mary Jo Putney. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks – der eBook-Verlag.

Bestselling author M.J. Putney''s spellbinding new romantic fantasy will sweep you from Wales''s mysterious forests to the glittering menace of Georgian London-and into a shattering rendezvous with fate.Heir to an ancient title, Simon Malmain, the Earl of Falconer, is well known among the Guardians, humans with magical powers derived from nature. Well known, but not always well loved . . . for those who enforce the law are rarely embraced by those whom they protect-and this is equally true whether the law is magical or mundane. A routine mission to confront a rogue Guardian who has misused his powers turns disastrous when Simon''s quarry, Lord Drayton, captures his pursuer in a transformation spell that can only be released by Drayton-or death. Aid arrives in the form of Meg, a fey young woman who first traps Simon, then frees him. As they flee together, Simon recognizes that Meg is also a victim of Drayton''s evil enchantments, and he restores her nature and innate magic. Though her memory is still clouded, she is freed at last from a shadowy world of fear and lost identity. She agrees to help Simon bring down Drayton. The need for each other''s magic binds them together-and releases the more ancient magic of passion. But desire cannot be satisfied until the rogue mage is stopped. For Drayton has a diabolical plan that will profoundly alter the course of Britain''s future. Even the combined power of Simon and Meg may not be enough to stave off catastrophe. Only a desperate act of love may win back the future-or destroy all they hold dear.Praise for Stolen Magic:\"A wondrously original tale... this is a haunting evening''s read.\"--Romantic Times\"Spellbinding... Putney''s skill as a historical romance novelist serves her well.\"--Publishers Weekly\"Blends romantic suspense with fantasy to produce a graceful tale of magical intrigue and the power of love to overcome evil. Set in the eighteenth century, this meticulously researched and emotionally convincing story launches a promising new series and should appeal to fans of both fantasy and romance.\"--Library JournalThe Guardian Trilogy:A Kiss of Fate, #1Stolen Magic, #2A Distant Magic, #3 A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday bestselling author, Mary Jo (M.J.) Putney''s novels are known for psychological depth and intensity and include historical and contemporary romance, historical romantic fantasy, and young adult fantasy. Winner of numerous writing awards, including two RITAs, three Romantic Times Career Achievement awards, and the Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award from Romance Writers of America, she has had numerous books listed among Library Journal''s and Booklist''s top romances of the year.

El memorable debut de Mary Jo Putney está dominado por una trama llena de pasión que gira en torno a dos historias de amor imposible. Al contrario que su hermana Gina, a la que fascinan las fiestas de la alta sociedad londinense y disfruta imaginando a su futuro marido, la joven y tímida Caroline siempre se ha interesado más por la música que por los hombres. Pero su padre, sir Alfred Hanscombe, no está dispuesto a aceptar más negativas. Ya ha perdido buena parte de sus bienes y se ha empobrecido tanto que la única salida es que sus hijas se casen con hombres ricos. Jason Kincaid, barón de Radford, un hombre famoso por su atractivo y su malhumor, ha decidido rendirse a la voluntad de su tía y, como no quiere esforzarse lo más mínimo en encontrar esposa, acepta la sugerencia de un amigo -que sea el azar quien escoja- y pone en práctica un descabellado sorteo del que Caroline resulta ganadora. Ha de aceptar la proposición sin ni siquiera saber cómo tratar a su prometido, un completo desconocido para ella... Por si todo esto no fuera suficiente, el irresistible Reggie, Richard Davenport, un oficial de caballería que acaba de descubrir sus orígenes nobiliarios, está a punto de cruzarse en su camino...

Bridgerton and Outlander fans as well as readers of Mary Balogh, Grace Burrowes, and Stephanie Laurens won’t want to miss this thrilling and clever new love story of a wandering laird, duty-bound but reluctant to return home to the Scottish Isles and the brave, brilliant woman he hopes to make his lady… “Splendidly crafted…Putney brilliantly utilizes all of the key elements her readers crave—engaging characters, an expertly evoked setting, an intriguingly different story line, even a quintessential cat—and the result is another exemplary-in-every-way romance.” –Booklist After the death of his fiancée, Kai Ramsay left Scotland to roam distant lands. He has searched ancient ruins, collected priceless antiquities, and escaped certain death after being imprisoned as a spy during the Napoleonic War. Ramsay has lived on the edge of danger for years—but everything changes the day a letter arrives for him from Scotland . . . Signy Matheson has dedicated her life to the people of Scotland’s remote Thorsay Islands. With a fiery spirit and agile mind, she is a faithful ally to the aging laird. But now their leader is near death, and Signy must summon his successor at once. It’s time for Kai Ramsay to come home . . . When Ramsay returns to Thorsay, he’s shocked to find that Signy has blossomed into an alluring beauty, and a force to be reckoned with. Their complicated past interferes with their unspoken desire as they work together for their people. Until a wild storm sparks first passion, then unexpected danger when a treasure trove left by their ancestors comes to light . . .

The reigning legendary queens of Regency Romance, bestselling authors Madeline Hunter, Sabrina Jeffries, and Mary Jo Putney, deck the halls with this delightful Christmas collection of three sparkling holiday interconnected romances, as stranded travelers find merriment, mistletoe, and holiday romance awaiting at a quaint country inn… THE UNEXPECTED GIFT by Madeline Hunter Jenna Waverly has closed her inn, anticipating a blissfully quiet Christmas, until a snowstorm brings the first of several strangers to her property. Lucas Avonwood, as charming as he is secretive, is on a mission to track down a scoundrel, but the inn’s lovely owner is giving him a more compelling reason to stay… WHEN WE FINALLY KISS GOOD NIGHT by Sabrina Jeffries When Flora Younger first met Konrad Juncker, she thought she’d found her match, only to have her hopes dashed. Konrad is now a famous playwright whose plays Flora has secretly panned in reviews. But a chance meeting in a secluded inn may help them rewrite this star-crossed romance… WHEN STRANGERS MEET by Mary Jo Putney Kate Mcleod is shocked to find that her fellow guest in the snowbound inn is the dashing soldier who may or may not be her husband. Daniel Faringdon barely remembers that long-ago night when he rescued her from disaster, but the desire they discover now will be impossible to forget, or to ignore . . .

Separated by society once before, this time they''ll fight to stay together. As Washington burns, Callista Brooke is trapped in the battle between her native England and her adopted homeland. She is on the verge of losing everything, including her life, when a handsome Englishman cuts through the violent crowd to claim her as his. Lord George Gordon Audley was Callista’s best friend, but his attempt to rescue her from a loathsome arranged marriage had him sent on a one-way trip to the penal colony of Australia. Against all odds, he survived, and now he vows to do whatever is necessary to protect Callista. But their friendship has become a dangerous passion that may save or destroy them when they challenge the aristocratic society that exiled them both. A sweeping and dramatic historical romance for fans of Bridgerton and Johanna Lindsey.

This winter, steal away with the reigning queens of Regency Romance . . . to a surprise snowstorm, the comfort of a blazing fire, and the heat of a lover’s kisses . . . A CHRISTMAS ABDUCTION by Madeline Hunter Caroline Dunham has a bone to pick with notorious rake Baron Thornhill—and a creative plan to insure his undivided attention. Yet once in close quarters, she finds herself beholden to their smoldering connection . . . A PERFECT MATCH by Sabrina Jeffries Whisked away from a wintry ball by the officer she knew only through letters, Cassandra Isles struggles with her feelings for the commanding Colonel Lord Heywood. For he, secretly a fortune-hunter, must marry for money to save his estate—and Cass, secretly an heiress, will accept nothing less than love . . . ONE WICKED WINTER NIGHT by Mary Jo Putney Dressed as a veiled princess, Lady Diana Lawrence is shocked to discover that the mysterious corsair who tempts her away from the costume ball is the duke she once loved and lost. Now snowed in with Castleton at a remote lodge, will she surrender to the passion still burning hotly between them? “Hunter’s effortlessly elegant writing exudes a wicked sense of wit.” —Booklist “Anyone who loves romance must read Sabrina Jeffries!” —Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestselling author “Putney’s books are the literary equivalent of catnip to historical romance fans.” —Booklist

LOVE MUST FIND A WAY . . . A sheltered life in the countryside has left Diana Lindsay restless to see the wider world, for both herself and the son she is raising alone. She cannot marry, but perhaps as a courtesan she will find love and protection despite her painful past. Gathering her courage, she moves to London—and finds herself the city’s most desired woman, as admired for her charm as for her beauty. But it is one man who captivates her—handsome, haunted, and harboring a secret as deep as her own . . . Bound by the sins of his youth, Gervase Brandelin, the Viscount St. Aubyn, has spent his adulthood seeking redemption through service to England. Now a spymaster, he can allow nothing to distract him from his duty. But when he meets Diana, his burdens seem to lift. Though she can never truly be his alone, their genuine love fills him with hope, until a treacherous deceit—and a deadly enemy—threatens to tear them apart forever . . . Praise for Mary Jo Putney’s Rogues Redeemed series “A compelling story that neatly balances dangerous adventures and passionate romance.” —Booklist “A thrilling, romantic tale.” —Bookpage, Top Pick of the Month “Putney’s multifaceted and well-developed characters add depth to this romance, which is complete with the trials of war and the promise of future series installments.” —Publishers Weekly

A sea captain rescues an aristocratic beauty from Barbary pirates in a Regency romance that “sizzles with passion” by the New York Times bestselling author (Publishers Weekly). Dismissed from the Royal Navy for a rebellious act of heroism, Gabriel Hawkins is now the captain of his own ship. Having earned his living on the high seas as a blockade runner, he is now employed to rescue Lady Aurora Lawrence, who is being held captive on the Barbary coast. The pirate Malek Reis demands a small fortune in ransom, but he’s dealt with Captain Hawkins before—and knows to expect the unexpected. Lady Aurora is truly shocked when the handsome, steely captain refuses to pay the ransom, and instead agrees to take her and her captor on an even more dangerous mission. But soon Gabriel and Aurora face another kind of danger—an attraction that burns hot within the confines of his ship. Now, even as they endure the perils of the sea, they wonder if their love can survive a return to England, where the distance between a disgraced captain and an earl’s daughter is wider than the ocean.

Moştenitorul unui titlu străvechi, Simon Malmain, contele de Falconer, este bine-cunoscut printre Protectori, oameni cu puteri magice. Bine-cunoscut, însă nu întotdeauna iubit, căci aceia care pun în aplicare legile sunt arareori pe placul celor pe care îi protejează – iar asta este valabil indiferent dacă legea este magică sau obişnuită. O misiune aparent simplă, în care trebuie să înfrunte un Protector renegat ce a abuzat de puterile lui, se dovedeşte a fi un dezastru când cel bănuit de Simon, Lord Drayton, aruncă asupra urmăritorului său o vrajă ce nu poate fi risipită decât de însuși Drayton... sau prin moarte. Sprijinul neașteptat se dovedește a fi Meg, o tânără care îl ajută să se elibereze. La rândul său, Simon îşi dă seama că, din cauza lui Drayton, Meg este prinsă într-o lume întunecată de temeri şi amintiri uitate, și îi redă adevărata natură şi forţa magiei furate. Nevoia reciprocă pentru puterea celuilalt îi uneşte... eliberând în acelaşi timp magia pasiunii. Dar dorinţa nu poate fi împlinită înainte ca vrăjitorul renegat să fie oprit, căci Drayton are un plan diabolic, şi numai un act de iubire disperat poate să le salveze viitorul... sau să distrugă tot ce le este drag pe lume.

Julia Bancroft sedang dikejar-kejar masa lalunya. Dituduh sebagai pembunuh suaminya sendiri membuat posisinya terancam. Mertuanya ingin balas membunuhnya, ayahnya pun menolaknya. Sampai dia bertemu lagi dengan Randall, yang menjadi penyelamatnya. Mayor Randall sudah sangat tertarik kepada Julia sejak pertemuan pertama mereka, tapi dia menutupi perasaanya dengan sikap ketus. Kini Julia dalam keadaan terdesak dan Randall memutuskan utnuk menikahinya dengan perjanjian, demi keselamatan wanita itu. Pernikahan mereka menghadapi begitu banyak kejutan, hingga pada titik Randall menyadari kalau dirinya tak layak untuk Julia. Akankah mereka bertahan?

This novel has been previously released under the title Twist of Fate.From bestselling author Mary Jo Putney comes an emotionally charged story of a man and a woman brought together by a passion for justice, a hunger for change, and an imperfect process.Corporate law has given Val Covington high profile success, Armani suits—and no time for a life. Recklessly she walks away from her uptown job and starts her own practice, determined to do work that matters.Renting a remodeled church for her new office gives her an unexpected bonus in the form of her landlord. Rob Smith is the kind of guy Val is always attracted to: mysterious, handsome, and haunted. Which means, based on her track record, that he is also a loser, but this time she’s smart enough to avoid involvement with the wrong man.Then Val’s assistant makes a desperate plea for help in saving her one-time lover from being executed for a crime he didn’t commit. Val agrees to try, though success seems impossible. Rob, who has private reasons for wanting to work with Val, offers his formidable investigative skills in the quest for justice.Working against the clock, Rob and Val discover irresistible mutual passion as well long hidden secrets. But will their new evidence be enough to save a life? And can two very different people change enough to build a life together?Perhaps they can, when fate takes a hand….This novel was named a \"Top Pick!\" by Romantic Times Magazine.The Circle of Friends Trilogy:#1: The Burning Point#2: The Spiral Path#3: An Imperfect Process#4: A Holiday Fling (A Circle of Friends Novella)Praise for An Imperfect Process:“[An Imperfect Process]takes on the increasingly timely topic of the death penalty. By continuing to tackle difficult subjects while delivering amazing entertainment, Putney is becoming one of the most potent voices in fiction today. Powerful emotions and unforgettable characters make [this] one of the best books of the year.”—Romantic Times “With fully realized characters and a finely designed plot, Putney presents a convincing look at what is right and what is wrong with our system of justice.\"—Booklist“I highly recommend [An Imperfect Process], the third book in the Circle of Friends series (after The Burning Point and The Spiral Path.). It''s an emotionally-charged story of honor, courage, and the healing power of love, with complex, multi-layered characters—a book readers will remember long after the last page is turned.”—Romance Reviews Today About the AuthorA New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday bestselling author, Mary Jo Putney''s novels are known for psychological depth and intensity and include historical and contemporary romance, fantasy, and young adult fantasy. Winner of numerous writing awards, including two RITAs, three Romantic Times Career Achievement awards, and the Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award from Romance Writers of America, she has had numerous books listed among Library Journal’s and Booklist''s top romances of the year.

Setelah terombang-ambing di lautan, Adam mengalami amnesia. Ia tidak ingat kedudukannya, tidak juga kecelekaannya kapal yang nyaris merenggut nyawanya. Untunglah ia diselamatkan oelh Mariah, yang mengaku sebagai istrinya. Mariah... nama itu tidak terlalu akrab bagi Adam, tapi tiap sentuhan dan kehangatan dari wanita itu, begitu tepat baginya. Mariah, yangs edang mencari cara untuk meghalangi niat peminangnya, tidak bisa membayangkan bahwa jawaban dari doanya akan terdampar di pesisir pantai. Meyakinkan Adam bahawa pria itu adalah suaminya pun amat mudah, tapi menahan diri dari godaanya, itu cerita lain. Mengatakan kejujuran akan sulit bagi Mariah, tapi bisakan dia melarikan diri dari Adam?

“Eight romance authors walk into a Regency-era ballroom and wreak fabulous, shimmering holiday mischief all over the place.”—Publishers Weekly Christmas 1815. Upstairs and downstairs, Holbourne Abbey is abuzz with preparations for a grand ball to celebrate the year’s most festive—and romantic—holiday. For at the top of each guest’s wish list is a last chance to find true love before the New Year . . . “The tales are rather sentimental, a box of chocolates with sweet, soft centers inside a dark covering, a pleasant confection for the holiday season. My personal favorites are Anne Gracie’s ‘Mistletoe Kisses,’ a charming variant on the Cinderella story, and Susan King’s ‘A Scottish Carol,’ whose lovers must struggle to find healing for the wounds of self-doubt and past failures; but there is ample variety here for other tastes. Recommended for lovers of Regency romances.”—Historical Novel Society “In this wonderful collection of eight short stories, Christmas in the Regency world is brought to life in extraordinary fashion, with love, secrets, scoundrels and heroes of every description.”—Fresh Fiction “If what you are looking for is a set of short stories with a common location and holiday feel that are well done, quick to read, and entertaining then this will be a book for you . . . one of the best historical romance collections I’ve read in a long time.”—Smexy Books “Each author’s unique style and storytelling talents are at their best, gifting readers one scrumptious treat after another . . . glowing with the joy and romance of the yuletide.”—RT Book Reviews (4 Stars)

A Regency series debut from the New York Times bestselling author whose “endearing characters and warm-hearted stories never fail to inspire and delight” (Sabrina Jeffries). As heir to a title and great wealth, Will Masterson should have stayed home and tended his responsibilities. Instead he went to war. Now, after perilous years fighting the French, he intends his current mission to be his last. But all his plans are forgotten when he arrives in the small mountain stronghold of San Gabriel and meets her. Knowing herself to be too tall, strong, and unconventional to appeal to a man, Athena Markham has always gloried in her independence. But for the first time in her life, she finds a man who might be her match. Two of a kind, too brave for their own good, Athena and Will vow to do whatever it takes to vanquish San Gabriel’s enemies. For neither will back down from death, and only together can they find happiness and a love deeper than any they’d dared imagine . . . Praise for the Rogues Redeemed series “Putney begins her new Rogues Redeemed series on a high note with an impeccably written book that realistically integrates the cost of the Napoleonic Wars into a compelling story that neatly balances dangerous adventures and passionate romance.”—Booklist “A thrilling, romantic tale.”—Bookpage, Top Pick of the Month “Putney’s multifaceted and well-developed characters add depth to this romance, which is complete with the trials of war and the promise of future series installments.”—Publishers Weekly

Își spunea Peregrine și, asemenea șoimului de la care își luase numele, este sălbatic și liber. Cuceritorul prinț oriental, fabulos de bogat și irezistibil de seducător, își face o intrare fulminantă în cercurile aristocratice ale Londrei victoriene. Dar cine este misteriosul Peregrine și ce se află în spatele dorinței lui nestăpânite de răzbunare? Și, mai ales, de ce își îndreaptă brusc atenția spre frumoasa Lady Sara St. James, logodnica lui Sir Charles Weldon? În brațele lui Peregrine, Sara descoperă o pasiune interzisă și mistere de nepătruns. Convinsă că numai puterea arzătoare a dragostei ar putea să îl determine să rupă tăcerea cu privire la secretele trecutului, Sara se decide să se arunce într-un vârtej de patimă și de incertitudine împreună cu bărbatul pe care orice femeie și l-ar fi dorit, dar de care orice femeie ar fi avut motive să se teamă... „Întotdeauna am considerat că Mătase și umbre este una dintre cele mai bune cărți ale mele, cu eroul zugrăvit cel mai convingător în jocul dintre tenebre și lumină.“ – Mary Jo Putney.

*Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Certificate of Excellence*Love and Betrayal...A cool master of sensuality, Rafael Whitbourne, the Duke of Candover, earned his rakish reputation in the silken boudoirs of London’s highborn ladies, never giving away his hand or his heart.Then a vital mission for his government takes Rafe to Paris to work with the Countess Madga Janos, “the most beautiful spy in Europe.” He is appalled to discover that the smoky eyed temptress is no Hungarian countess, but the deceitful doxie who betrayed him a dozen years earlier—the only woman he ever loved, and the only one he’s ever despised.Margot Ashton wants nothing more than to walk away from her turbulent past and the mesmerizing man who ruined her life. But patriotism binds them together in a shadowland of intrigue where a diabolical plot may plunge a continent back into war—and a whirlwind of passion sweeps Margot and Rafe into a shattering passion that cannot be denied.“Mary Jo Putney is a consummate storyteller whose deep understanding of human emotions shines through in all her work. Petals in the Storm is simply another of her miraculous romances—the kind that stir the heart and mind. Storytelling at its best.”—Romantic Times Magazine“Petals in the Storm is a stunning tour-de-force; a moving testament to the resilience of the human spirit and its ability to emerge from the fires of hell stronger and wiser than before. The protagonists are riveting characters with a tempestuous relationship played out against a mesmerizing backdrop of intrigue. Congratulations to Mary Jo Putney for another winner.”—Affaire de Coeur

Kate Corsi și Patrick Donovan se întâlnesc întâmplător când nu aveau nici douăzeci de ani. Din familii total diferite și cu un statut social care îi făcea incompatibili, cei doi se îndrăgostesc nebunește și hotărăsc să se căsătorească. Kate este fiica italianului Sam Corsi, proprietarul celei mai importante firme de demolări prin implozie, Phoenix Demolition International (PDI). Donovan, pe de altă parte, și-a petrecut copilăria alături de un tată alcoolic care devenea violent la beție și a rămas orfan de tânăr.

Regency thrills from the New York Times bestselling author of Not Quite a Wife, who always delivers “adventure, passion and pure reading pleasure” (Jo Beverley). After the death of his sweetheart when he was at university, Daniel Herbert buried his grief in medical studies and his passion for healing. Viewed as a saint by those who know him, in his own mind he never quite manages to live up to his own high standards. Most men would be thrilled to learn they’ve inherited a title and estate from a distant relative, but Daniel is appalled because the burden of wealth will interfere with his medical calling. Warily he accepts that he must enter society and seek a wife—a sensible woman who can oversee his properties, leaving him free to continue his work. He does not expect to become intoxicated by a woman called the Black Widow, who is as mysterious as she is shockingly beautiful . . . Jessie Kelham’s looks have always been a curse. Now alone with a young daughter and a perilous secret, she is in need of protection. But dangerously attractive Daniel Herbert is not the kind of husband she has in mind. If he recognizes her, the demons of her past will surely erupt. Yet they cannot keep apart and are soon drawn into a union that may bring joy—or shattering danger . . . Praise for Mary Jo Putney and the Lost Lords series “Romance at its best!”—Julia Quinn “Intoxicating, romantic and utterly ravishing. . .”—Eloisa James “Putney’s endearing characters and warm-hearted stories never fail to inspire and delight.”—Sabrina Jeffries

From the bestselling author of Sometimes a Rogue. “Of all Putney’s heroes, the Lost Lords are the most irresistible—bad boys who are so very good.”—RT Book Reviews Marry in haste, repent at leisure. James, Lord Kirkland, owns a shipping fleet, half a London gaming house, and is a ruthlessly effective spymaster. He is seldom self-indulgent . . . except when it comes to the gentle, indomitable beauty who was once his wife. Laurel Herbert gave James her heart as an innocent young girl—until she saw him perform an act of shocking violence before her very eyes. That night she left her husband, and he let her go without a word of protest. Now, ten years later, a chance encounter turns passionate, with consequences that cannot be ignored. But as they try to rebuild what was broken, they must face common enemies and a very uncommon love . . . Praise for Mary Jo Putney and the Lost Lords series “Romance at its best!”—Julia Quinn “Intoxicating, romantic and utterly ravishing. . .”—Eloisa James “Putney’s endearing characters and warm-hearted stories never fail to inspire and delight.”—Sabrina Jeffries “Adventure, passion and pure reading pleasure!”—Jo Beverley “No one writes historical romance better.”—Cathy Maxwell “Delivers captivating characters, an impeccably realized Regency setting, and a thrilling plot rich in action and adventure.”—Booklist (starred review)