Inspirational Historical Romance

She agreed to marry out of duty. She never expected Mr. Darcy to fight for her heart. When Elizabeth Bennet finds herself engaged to the insufferable Mr. Collins, she resigns herself to a future devoid of love. But fate has other plans. At a Meryton assembly, she crosses paths with Mr. Darcy—a man who once dismissed her but now seems unable to stay away. At Rosings Park, their encounters become undeniable, inescapable, and forbidden. Every glance, every touch, every stolen moment draws them closer—until one fateful night, Darcy makes a desperate plea. Break the engagement. Leave with me...

Mysteries, Masterpieces, and Maritime Mayhem—Holmes and Lucy Make Waves! When a frantic sister begs Sherlock Holmes to find her missing sailor brother, the Baker Street team dives headfirst into a case that’s anything but smooth sailing. Meanwhile, Hampton Court Palace is in uproar after a priceless painting vanishes, leaving one warder dead and another missing. Inspector Lestrade is desperate for Holmes’s help—but when the missing warder turns up… murdered, the stakes skyrocket. As Holmes juggles art theft and a missing mariner, Flynn follows the sailor’s trail into London’s ...

A disgraced matchmaker. A guarded rancher. Her secrets could shatter everything they’ve built. Colette Dupont had a thriving matchmaking business in New York... until her partner disappeared with their clients’ money. Seeking a fresh start, she travels west under as a mail-order bride for a practical arrangement, determined to quietly rebuild her name and make amends. Augustus Pierce doesn’t believe in love. After a cavalry injury and too many broken promises, he wants a wife who is dependable, nothing more. Colette is refined and capable enough, until her charm and confidence start ...

Three sweet historical romances set in 1873. Darcie Desires a Drover, Book 7 Darcie Robbins fled St. Louis to protect her two children from their bad father. Now divorced, she’s temporarily working on the Bar E Ranch in central Kansas. She needs a permanent job—or a trustworthy husband—to help provide for her family. Reuben Shepard went home to his family in New York after the Civil War, to find his wife had declared him dead—so she could wed another. In shock, Reuben didn’t contest her claim and wandered south, spending years as a cattle drover on western trails until settling ...

How to Win a Duke Without Trying is a sweet collection of three stories brimming with sharp banter, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected love. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton and Austen-inspired tales, this anthology celebrates love found in the most unconventional circumstances. Story 1: "The Artist and the Baron" Daphne Watson’s reputation is in tatters thanks to a scandalous rumor. Her only solution? A fake engagement with the enigmatic Baron Sebastian BlackBriar. But as their staged partnership turns into something more, Daphne’s fiery creativity and Sebastian’s quiet strength prove ...

Can Emily find the courage to save herself and give her heart to the man she truly loves? Miss Emily Smythe has loved Viscount Wickton ever since she set eyes on him. Having always been a quiet wallflower, she lacks the courage to tell Lord Wickton the truth about how she feels. However, Lord Wickton does not appear to be at all interested in her and, despite her sorrow, Emily decides that she will have to allow Lord Davenport to pursue her instead. Lord Arthur Wickton has always appreciated Miss Smythe’s acquaintance but has never allowed himself to consider his heart. When witnessing ...

She fell in love with his letters. Too bad he didn't write them... When Philadelphia schoolteacher Hannah Miller arrives in snow-bound Colorado Territory just before Christmas, she expects the poetic soul whose letters charmed her heart. Instead, she finds Wyatt Thompson – a man of few words and too many secrets. Trapped on his remote ranch as winter storms rage, Hannah discovers that actions speak louder than borrowed words – especially in the tender way Wyatt cares for his young, orphaned niece Esther. Wyatt knows he's not the educated man Hannah deserves. Between running the ranch ...

A promise of love requires the courage to change. When Elizabeth Bennet rejected Fitzwilliam Darcy’s first proposal at Hunsford, she thought their paths would never cross again. But fate—and a chance encounter at a country assembly – has other plans. As Elizabeth finds herself accepting dances from eligible gentlemen at her sister’s urging, she cannot ignore the intensity of Darcy’s gaze across the ballroom. And Darcy, humbled by Elizabeth’s previous rejection, makes a silent promise to himself: if given another chance, he will prove himself worthy of her love. In this ...

Experience the time-honored tale of Pride and Prejudice in a whole new light with this delightful and engaging twist. Book ONE Of a Series of Jane Austen Variations. What if Miss Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy found themselves entangled in a flirtation, both seeking a respite from the serious demands of society? This clean and sweet closed-door romance breathes fresh life into a classic story. Mr. Darcy, bound by a solemn promise to his late mother, faces a weekly reminder from his persistent Aunt about his duty to marry and care for his cousin Anne. Determined to keep his heart untouched and ...

Helen Barnwell never considered herself a great matrimonial catch. Next to her sister she feels plain, but she’s satisfied with the looks God gave her. She chooses to be content with her quiet life of books about animals in exotic places. With her studies and the demanding care of her older parents, there’s no room for a husband in her life. When her sister, Margaret, hatches a plan to use their meager inheritance and travel to Tarpon Springs, Florida, Helen agrees. Margaret wants to snag a wealthy husband, but Helen has different ideas for the holiday. She’s not looking to fall in ...

A collection of Regency books filled with romance, mystery, and strong heroines to make you fall in love! An Earl’s Agreement An arranged marriage turns dangerous when he will stop at nothing to make her his bride! Will her hero prevail? Heart of a Marquess A plan born of deception… Can Charlotte overcome her stepsister’s cruel actions and find the love she deserves? A Duke’s Promise A governess and a duke could never be a good match, but the Duke of Harrogate will stop at nothing to save Miss Sophia Weston from a desperate situation. Diamonds of the Marquess Lady Emily Dove ...

Love. Scandal. Tragedy. When Maddy weds the wealthy and influential John Jacob Astor IV, she believes she is stepping into a life of privilege, passion, and promise. But beneath the dazzling façade of high society, whispers of scandal, resentment, and betrayal threaten to pull her under. Shunned by New York’s elite for marrying a man nearly three decades her senior, Madeleine soon realizes that love in the gilded age comes at a price. As the Astors embark on their homeward voyage aboard the RMS Titanic, fate sets a course neither could have foreseen. Amid the grandeur of the world’s ...

Christmas has arrived in the Darcy household. After a year of felicitous marriage, Elizabeth and Darcy are ready to host their very first Christmas celebration at Pemberley. Invited are all the family members: Jane, Bingley, Georgina, Colonel Fitzwilliam, the Bennets, and Lydia—though without her husband. But when Wickham shows up anyway, and a heavily pregnant Elizabeth starts giving birth, will there be peace to be had during this holiday season? Christmas at Pemberley is a sweet, clean romance novella suitable for all lovers of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. It is a holiday ...

Orphaned Victoria Medford spent years on the streets of New York City until her thieving ways caught up with her. Arrested for stealing from churches, she served her sentence and tried to start a new life, but with her tainted past, she sees little hope for a promising future. Jed Tyree is a minister in a small Idaho town. He’d love to find a wife, but women are scarce, and no one lives up to his expectations for a minister’s wife. The deacons in his church take matters into their own hands and place an ad on his behalf in The Matrimonial Times, determined to find their preacher a mail-...

There's no such thing as honor among thieves . . . Simon Spencer owes his life to his father's oldest friend. If it weren't for his adopted Uncle Cal, Simon would have been orphaned when his notorious outlaw father died. Ever since then, he's done everything he can to repay Cal, even when that's meant stepping into the shoes of his own father. As much as he despises that part of his life, he came to terms with it long ago. He didn't question it--until he's forced to kidnap Francie Park. Leaving Charleston to live with a widowed aunt in Perseverance, Colorado Territory was meant to be a ...

Christian Regency romantic suspense Book One in the Gentlemen Quartet series An awkward young woman. A haunted young man. A forbidden instrument. Can the love of music bring them together . . . or will it tear them apart? Bath, England—1811 At twenty-eight, Alethea Sutherton is past her prime for courtship; but social mores have never been her forté. She might be a lady, but she is first and foremost a musician. In Regency England, however, the violin is considered an inappropriate instrument for a lady. Ostracized by society for her passion, Alethea practices in secret and waits for her...

Born the youngest of four daughters and one son in a modest vicar's family, Miss Catherine Edwina Lyndon faces a life of hand-me-downs and broken dreams. Her parents spend every shilling on finding husbands for her older sisters, leaving her overlooked and resigned to a future without marriage or family. Despite a passion for education reform, she is denied entry to a leading university and escapes to Northampton as a companion to an aristocratic family. As various catalysts and antagonists spring onto the scene, including a mystery unfolding as items begin to disappear during a country ...

The Complete 8 Books in one boxed set! Clean and Wholesome American mail order bride historical western short story romance. The Marshall Manor girls are on a quest to each find the love of a lifetime while also making a difference in their corner of the world. From hospitals to factories to voting booths and more, it’s an exciting time as the world inches toward the 20th century. Come along for the ride! THE MARSHALL MANOR GIRLS SERIES Book 1 Emily’s Fortune Book 2 Sophia’s Luck Book 3 Alice’s Quest Book 4 Anne’s Endeavor Book 5 Ella’s Miracle Book 6 Grace’s Truth Book 7 ...

A Scandal, A Mystery and Marriage of Convenience. Rebecca Allen is forced to leave London in disgrace after her mother causes a scandal in an attempt to secure her a titled marriage. She’ll never be able to step foot in London again. It gets worse, her mother contrives to marry her off to an old balding baron. Enough. She flees to the seaside, escaping her mother’s obsession. James Westcott disappointment at losing the lovely Juliana to an earl, makes a trip to the seaside escaping London society and his mother who insists he find a wife now. Finding Rebecca, James offers marriage, on a...

The Whip is inspired by the true story of Charlotte "Charley" Parkhurst (1812-1879) who lived most of her extraordinary life as a man. As a young woman in Rhode Island, she fell in love with a runaway slave and had his child. The destruction of her family drove her west to California, dressed as a man, to track the killer. Charley became a renowned stagecoach driver for Wells Fargo, during the renowned California 'gold rush' days. She killed a famous outlaw, had a secret love affair, and lived with a housekeeper who, unaware of her true sex, fell in love with her.