Wicked Widows' League Books

Katherine Lockley, the Dowager Countess of Wyndam has a mission. She’s many years from her youthful days, and wants help women, widows in particular, in need. Women, who like her, found themselves on a path they didn’t choose, but are forced to navigate it nonetheless. She takes a young widow under her wing, and if Katherine’s plans are successful, she will continue her league of widows. Each one with their own story, their own path, and in time, the happiness they crave. But every great plan has to start somewhere, and this is where her wicked widows’ league began.

Mrs. Claudine Grant married when she was eighteen and lost her husband less than six months later to the ravages of war. Her heart is too bruised for anymore foolish whims, and she's determined to never marry again. Hudson Lockley, the Earl of Wyndam has led a decadent life. He doesn't believe in love or marriage, but he does believe in pleasure. He lost both of his parents as a boy and was raised by his grandmother. He refuses to allow anything emotional into his life. One major devastation was enough to turn him cold—except in bed. Claudine befriends Hudson's grandmother. They cross paths often, and over time Claudine wonders what a night of true passion would be like. The earl would make a spectacular rogue for one night... Seduction takes them down an unexpected path and perhaps an all-consuming love neither had planned.

A widow strikes a bargain with a rogue and gets much more than she expected! Alicia Radcliff, Countess of Hawthorne, spent a decade married to a man she didn’t like, let alone love. Now that she’s a wealthy widow and a suitable mourning period has passed, she’s determined to pursue happiness, beginning with finding a lover on her terms. Matthew Ashton, Earl of Slayton, is in desperate need of a miracle. His recent inheritance consisted of a title, holdings that require repairs, and piles of debt. If it weren’t for the need to help his sister make her debut, he’d turn his back on it all. Instead, he’s searching for an heiress to marry. Quickly. Alicia is struck by Matthew’s gentle care of his sister as well as his handsome ruggedness, so different than other lords. A dance with the earl confirms he is the one for her. Intrigued by the lovely widow and her fortune, Matthew proposes only to be shocked when Alicia counters with an offer of her own. A night of passion convinces him that she’s meant to be his. Can he persuade her to change their bargain to one of love? This Wicked Widows novella is also tied to The Rogue Chronicles by Lana Williams. Be sure to check out the other stories in the Wicked Widows series!

She is finally ready to feel the heat … Lady Sylvia St. Vincent has more than done her duty. She married the elderly lord her parents arranged for her. She dutifully observed her period of mourning. At twenty-eight, she is finally free to live out her widowhood exactly how she sees fit. And the first thing on her list? Take a lover who will make her toes curl. Jasper thought he’d outgrown his childhood crush. He is a soldier. A successful businessman. Not to mention, a future duke. But when Sylvia steps into the room, he’s that doe-eyed boy again fumbling over his words. After a shared night of breathless passion, Jasper thinks all of his childhood dreams have come true. Only to discover that the woman he loves is set on a dalliance. And nothing more. But he’s determined to leave her out in the cold … Sylvia is shocked by the unbridled desire Jasper has unleashed within her. But while he wishes for love, marriage, and commitment, she is determined to maintain her hard-won independence. Who will win this battle of wills – the wicked widow or the newly awakened rogue? Rogue Awakening is a steamy Regency romance. It can be enjoyed as a stand-alone or with the rest of the Wicked Widows’ League. It is also a prequel story to Cara Maxwell’s bestselling Racing Rogues series. If you like reading about widows who are single and looking to mingle with some of England’s most notorious scoundrels, be sure to check out the Wicked Widows’ League!

Verity Stanhope loved well until her husband’s death. She has no need for love now, in her thirties, but she’s never lonely, thanks to the young men who are more than happy to learn the lessons in seduction she’s said to offer. Then she meets temptation: Oliver Fitzallen, Earl of St. Ervin. He’s not looking for an affair, a mistress, or a night of bliss. He wants her heart and will settle for nothing less.

The Dowager Duchess of Clayton, Clarice Sinclair, has spent her entire life doing exactly what she is supposed to. But as a young widow, she finds her options have widened dramatically. Now that she's finally free to do whatever she likes, she decides it's time to reconnect with the scoundrel she'd once loved. Roman St. James, the Earl of Chatham, has never quite gotten over the one who got away. He's hidden his heartbreak beneath all sorts of debauchery, but when he hears that Clarice's elderly husband has passed away, he can't resist trying one more time. But will Clarice be willing to give up her newfound independence for the love of a scoundrel?

A widow with a scandalous plan. A duke with a heart locked in shadows. A love neither saw coming. Lady Othelia Grantham has followed society’s rules long enough. After a cold, arranged marriage and years of dutiful mourning, she is ready to take control of her future—starting with a lover. The notorious Duke of Ashbrook seems the perfect candidate: rich, roguish, and famously uninterested in love. Alister Brinsley-Radclyffe, Duke of Ashbrook, needs a wealthy bride to save his crumbling estate—but vows never to repeat the chaos of his parents’ so-called “love.” When a mysterious widow catches his eye at a masquerade, his carefully laid plans unravel in the face of temptation. Drawn together by passion, challenged by secrets, and torn by conflicting desires, Othelia and Alister enter into a scorching affair that threatens to become something much more dangerous… real. But can two hearts damaged by the past risk everything for a love that breaks every rule? Perfect for fans of reformed rogues, strong heroines, scandalous encounters, and fiercely emotional slow-burns, this Regency romance will leave you swooning, sighing, and believing in second chances.

He swore he would never touch her… As his best friend lay dying on the battlefield, Gabriel Davenport made a pair of promises: One, that he would make sure Hart’s little sister, Abigail, married another man. And two, that Gabe, a notorious rake with a reputation for being a magnificent lover, would never lay a hand on her. Four years later, Gabe has inherited his great-uncle’s estate, and along with it, his great-uncle’s astronomical debts. He needs to marry an heiress, but there isn’t time to find one. If he can’t produce five hundred pounds immediately, his great-uncle’s creditors are going to seize everything, including his poor great-aunt’s wedding ring. A scandalous solution… Gabe can only think of one way to come up with the blunt: put himself up for sale in London’s most notorious bachelor auction. He’ll have to spend the night pleasuring the highest bidder… no matter who it might be. But what will Gabe do when the unthinkable comes to pass, and the winner of his auction is Abigail, Hart’s now-widowed little sister? It’s his worst nightmare… but also his dream come true. What’s a notorious rake to do? Please note that the heat level is red hot! Scoundrel for Sale is a steamy Regency novella that is 38,000 words (or 143 pages) long. If you like reading about widows who are single and looking to mingle with some of England’s most notorious scoundrels, be sure to check out the Wicked Widows’ League Series!

In this sizzling Regency romance novella by USA Today Bestselling author Charlie Lane, opposites attract as a shy widow and the scoundrel who loves her discover that passion is just the beginning and sometimes an affair isn’t nearly enough. A shy widow and a notorious scoundrel. She wants an affair, but he wants her heart. Lady Fredericka has been quiet too long. She’s ready to step out of the shadows of widowhood and into the spotlight of pleasure. Without risking her heart. Circus star and equestrian Grant Webster offers the delectable solution. Strong, handsome, and a flirtatious scoundrel, he’ll warm her bed without asking for more. After all, a man like him would never seriously desire a quiet widow like her. Grant has always commanded the adoration of the ladies. But since meeting the quietly lovely Lady Fredericka, he only wants her . When she suggests an affair, he’s tempted … but refuses. His heart is too involved to give her the steamy flirtation she desires. But Lady Fredericka won’t give up. And Grant can only be tempted so far. When he finally gives in to passion, he becomes the seducer, tempting her to risk the pain of loss for a home of the heart with a man who loves her. A spin-off of the Cavendish Family series, this Wicked Widows novella is a low-angst stand-alone with plenty of laughs and heat.

Sarah Lockhart Pelham gave up on love after the death of her rather boorish husband. Now in London, she decides to try her luck at pleasure rather than marriage. The only difficulty is which rake to choose: the optimistic Lord Greer, the mesmerizing Lord Sharpe, or the serious Lord Wilkins? Or, as she calls them, Lord Sunny, Lord Darkly, and Lord Parsnip. Christopher Wilkins might be slowly going mad watching Sarah Pelham flirt her way through London. She seems to have set her sights on his friends Henry and Warner, but he really doesn’t think those are good choices for the beauty at all. Does he have to save her from herself? If so, who is going to save him?

A Wicked Widows’ League Romance (Book 11) She wants to forget their past… Miss Francesca (Frankie) Wickersham’s impulsive tryst with Viscount Thomas Latham was unknowingly witnessed by Society’s worst gossip, leaving her family no choice but to force a wedding. But when Thomas could not be found, Frankie was married off to a much older man. Now, wealthy and widowed, Frankie craves something she never experienced while married — love. But after a chance meeting with Thomas, the man she thought she loved all those years ago, whose conspicuous disappearance ruined her reputation, Frankie wants nothing to do with him. He wants to believe in their future… Five years ago, his business obligations forced Thomas away, with barely enough time to send a message to Frankie, the woman he loved. When he returned to find her married and out of his reach, shock and hurt sent him reeling. Despite that pain, no woman has compared to her since. After an accidental meeting reveals she is now a widow, Thomas has renewed hope. But first, he must convince her of his heart and intentions, even though his roguish reputation says otherwise. Can Frankie and Thomas break through the pain of the past to catch a second chance at love?

A widowed wallflower. A scoundrel with a secret. A wickedly delightful love. After her elderly husband’s death, Lady Marjorie Whalen has no intention of marrying again. Once deemed a wilting wallflower and then a shy spinster, Marjorie is done with the being cast aside. Ready to tackle her new life as a wicked widow, she sets out to find and convince a confirmed rake to escort her to the annual Wicked Widows’ ball. But approaching such a gentleman is not an easy feat for a woman who prefers to hide in the shadows. Alister Knight, Viscount Dartman has a family secret that must be protected at all costs. Remaining distant and aloof is his only means of ensuring no one will ever discover the truth and gain the power to ruin him. He cannot change his past. He has no choice but to live as a scoundrel should—without a heart. Bound by honor, Alister can no longer avoid the woman he’s admired from afar for years. And if Marjorie wants to keep her hard-won freedoms, she will have to make the most difficult decision of her life. They’ve guarded their secrets and their hearts—but perhaps not well enough. Ultimately, Marjorie and Alister must choose between the lives they want and the love they deserve.

Married at eighteen and widowed only two years later, Lady Emmaline Stretham hasn’t ever truly gotten to experience life. A Season had never been necessary, and locked away with a cruel, unfeeling husband in the countryside of Ireland hasn’t given her the chance to truly live. So when the opportunity arrives to spread her wings a little, and with the relative freedom of being a widow she decides to take it. What harm would it do to live a little safe in the knowledge that she’ll never have to marry again? Dominic Tilton has only ever wanted adventure, freedom, and the occasional woman to warm his bed. So a summer spent in the dull and dreary English countryside isn’t exactly his idea of a good time. But after meeting the delectable (if a little standoffish) Lady Stretham, he decides she is as good a distraction as any. After all, seducing beautiful ladies is one of his favorite pastimes. A secret assignation seems the perfect distraction for Dominic, and the perfect adventure for Emmaline. Especially since the attraction between them burns white-hot every time they’re in the same room. But the more time they spend together, the more Dominic begins to question if he is the seducer – or if he is being seduced.

Angelo Evans, the Earl of Bolton made a promise to his mother—that he’d marry before Christmas. As this would be the last Season he would ever enjoy, Angelo is determined to embrace all of life’s pleasures: brandy, women, and gambling. Come the autumn, he will find a miss, marry, become respectable, and settle into a boring existence. Lady Octavia Kepple is finally free. Now out of mourning, she intends to embrace the Season as only a respectable widow can: find a lover. She doesn’t want just any lover, but the gentleman rumored to be the best lover in England, the Earl of Bolton. Now, she just needs to convince him to be her rake for the Season. Though intrigued by Lady Kepple’s proposition, and his desire for her cannot be denied, Angelo doesn’t want to be tied to one lover during his last Season of freedom. However, Lady Kepple is most persistent, and an agreement finally reached might be more than either of them bargained for.

The advertisement reads: Widows in search of rogues for temporary liaison In London, there is an exclusive ladies' club where widows can go for refuge. Mrs. Ada Givens had been feeling the sting of loneliness, so her friend, and fellow widow, convinces her to apply to Matron Manor. But Maggie isn’t there to make friendships. Instead, she’s set on mischief and when she places an ad in the paper, gentlemen come knocking—and Ada is forced to deal with the damage. The last thing she needs is another man. She lost the one love of her life to a devastating accident, and she is certain that lightning doesn't strike twice. Enter Mr. Brandt Clarke. He’s trying to deal with a new addition to his current circumstances, and seeks refuge one evening in the midst of a violent thunderstorm on his way back to the city. The moment he sets sights on Ada, he vows to make her his own. She's immediately set against any sort of affair with him, or anyone else, but there's something between them that can't be denied. One night of passion soon leads to more, but will Ada accept anything more permanent?

Lady Winifred Musgrave never imagined the lengths she would go to protect her family and their home. With their future hanging in the balance, she makes a bold move that could cost her everything. Inventing an impossible scenario, Winnie sets in motion a scandal of epic proportions. One that could ruin her reputation and leave her with nothing. Richard Musgrave, The Duke of Richmore, is a man of honor and integrity. He has always lived by a strict code. But a case of mistaken identity leads him into the arms of a goddess. A single wicked night with the captivating lady and Richard finds himself in a debilitating passion he cannot deny. As they navigate the dangerous waters of their newfound passion, Richard and Winnie must confront the truth. Will they risk everything for a chance at happiness? Or will society's expectations force them to live a life of unhappiness and isolation?

A duke by any other name just might be scoundrel enough to fulfill all her requests. Part of the Wicked Widows' League Historical romance collection featuring: Mistaken Identity A young virgin widow who needs proof of consummation A dashing Duke disguised as a solicitor A rollicking romp in a library And a partnership that changed everything… A widow’s only ally just might be a duke in disguise. The wicked widows' league provides more than moral support for its exclusive clientele. It’s been known to draw gentle rogues, scandalous scoundrels, and ravishing rakes to its secret door. Some of the ladies join the league for a night of seduction. Some join for the camaraderie. Freddie joined because she was desperate to find a reliable solicitor and the sisterhood of widows prided itself on fulfilling the needs of its patrons. Fredda St. George's in-laws are fighting to have her marriage annulled (after the fact) and if she’s to convince them otherwise she needs proof of consummation regarding a marriage that no longer exists. The Wicked Widow’s League is the perfect opportunity to kill two birds with one stone. However, when a duke comes to collect on a debt from Freddie's deceased husband, he’s taken for a common secretary, or at best, a solicitor. Now he’s stuck with the lie and a most scandalous request. He’ll agree to unscramble her books, but will he draw the line at Kissing Her Like a Rogue ? Kiss Me Like a Rogue can be read as a complete standalone or as part of the Wicked Widows’ League Collection. Take the book club challenge and read all 18 in one year. Series and Books by Shannon Gilmore Ruined Rakes series: 1. It Was Only a Kiss 2. Every Time You're Near 3. A Lesson for All Time Ruined Rakes Box Set Breaking the Rules of the Beau Monde: 1. Until Morning (a prequel) 2. Until Spring (a special prequel) 3. For a Scandalous Wager 4. For the Love of Clover 5. For My Fake Duchess Wicked Widows' League: (Landon-Scott family series) Kiss Me Like a Rogue It's Not a Rendezvous Without a Rogue Revenge of the Wallflowers: (Landon-Scott family series) Duke of Dalliance

A Wicked Widows’ League Romance (Book 19) What happens when the ton’s most infamous rogue meets the ton’s most infamous wallflower? No man adores women more than Rowan Garrison, the newly minted, seventh Earl of Sexton … Known as “The Scoundrel,” Rowan was the Crown’s top agent in France until his assignment ended abruptly thanks to his most recent contretemps—due to a few stolen kisses with the wife of a powerful general. When Rowan discovers that he’s inherited an earldom from his late great-uncle, he gets stern but valuable advice from his beleaguered mentor. “ Run your estates, get married, and start making babies before another husband calls you out with pistols at dawn.” Hoping to relax before he settles into his new obligations, Rowan accepts an invitation to a house party in Sussex from his friend, Viscount Thomas Latham. It would be among friends, far away from those scandals on the Continent. What could possibly go wrong? No woman avoids men more than Lady Lucy Jeffreys… Known as “unlucky Lucy,” after “tossing up her accounts” all over the ballroom floor at her very first ball, and then falling for and eloping with a criminal imposter, she is widowed practically before the ink is dry. Lucy vows to avoid another disaster and shuns ton events. Besides, she prefers spending her time rescuing animals and hopes to convince her father to invest in an animal sanctuary—her latest idea. But when her best friend, Lady Katie Latham, invites Lucy to spend Christmastide at her brother Thomas’s estate, Lucy agrees, thinking it would be nice to spend the holiday among friends. Besides, what could go wrong? With the help of a few Wicked Widows and a little Christmas magic, Lucy and Rowan find out that the last thing they want might be the one thing they need most of all.

Her sinfully seductive rogue is not what he seems. Angela Berry, an Italian-born widow of a wealthy American industrialist, finds the English winter unbearably cold to face alone. In a chance encounter, she meets a dowager countess who extends a heartwarming invitation to an enticingly naughty Christmas house party. "I know a deliciously sensual man who can keep you warm on these long nights. You will know him immediately by his uniquely gorgeous green eyes." Serving the best interests of one's country can be challenging. Being the beautiful American's lover should be an effortless pleasure. But if Evan, the Earl of Ashington, is not careful, he could fall for the warm, giving, incredibly sensual woman in his arms over the holiday season. And if that happened, he might forget that he was sent to spy on this foreign industrialist's widow. Angela finds what she expects: a charming, experienced lover. She is surprised that he is also a duke's heir. But he charms her and takes her to heights of passion she had never allowed herself to dream could exist. A joyous holiday fling ensues. Yet, occasionally, she catches glimpses of a self-disciplined, more empathetic man beneath his glib persona. A man she could easily love. But she knows a duke's heir would never marry the widow of an American commoner, especially when he shows no sign that he views her as anything but a short-term bedmate. Unwilling to risk further emotional entanglement, Angela plans a return to America. However, when her past catches up to her, she discovers that her carefree lover has transformed into a powerful protector. Yet, as time passes, she begins to question if he is truly who he appears to be. Alone in a foreign land, she can only rely on the intuition of her heart to navigate the uncertain days ahead. Will a growing bond of trust and hope light their way to a shared life of love? Or will the force of the inexorable past destroy their trust and any chance at happiness? Hot & Steamy, Emotional Regency Romance -Christmas Romance - Novella This story can be read as a standalone Historical Romance with an HEA. But if you love reading about single widows looking to mingle with some of Regency England's most desirable scoundrels, rakes, and rogues, please check out the other Wicked Widows’ League stories!

A Historical Romance featuring: Strangers to lovers A midnight rendezvous A forgotten feather And an hour that changed everything Masks are something people wear when they don’t wish to be found. Sunshine Price questioned the wisdom of showing up at a Christmas masquerade when she hadn’t been to a public affair in five years. She had learned to trust the advice of her friends at the Wicked Widows’ League. But when she finds herself caught up in a scandalous dare with a man she’s never met, seen, or heard of, the idea of a reintroduction to society suddenly feels heartbreakingly foolish. Phineas Martin Blackmore, the newly minted Viscount Davies, has sworn off house parties, Almacks, the season—anything with fainting females, in exchange for the open sea. But the reckoning hour has come, and his aunts are determined to see him landbound until he secures a future for the viscountcy. He’ll agree to attend a masquerade for their benefit, but he never expected to meet his match at midnight. Is she the stuff of dreams, or will Sunshine Price become his real-life siren’s song? The greatest challenge isn’t the unmasking hour; it’s the hour that comes after. Series and Books by Shannon Gilmore Ruined Rakes series: 1. It Was Only a Kiss 2. Every Time You're Near 3. A Lesson for All Time Ruined Rakes Box Set Breaking the Rules of the Beau Monde: 1. Until Morning (a prequel) 2. Until Spring (a special prequel) 3. For a Scandalous Wager 4. For the Love of Clover 5. For My Fake Duchess Wicked Widows' League: Kiss Me Like a Rogue It's Not a Rendezvous Without a Rogue Revenge of the Wallflowers Duke of Dalliance

When widowed Joy Sinclair gets snowed in with artist Moses Russell on her journey to her new position as a governess, she throws away propriety and poses for him…in the nude! Her brief stay at this gruff loner’s house teaches her more about passion than her marriage ever did. After she leaves, Moses loses his joy for his art, and realizes Joy was the muse he never knew he needed. Christmas looms cold and lonely without her, but he doesn’t know how to invite a woman into his life, into his heart. Can he convince her to leave her safe new life behind and take a chance on a scoundrel such as he is?

When Mr. Demetrius Valentine unexpectedly inherits a cottage by the sea, he makes the decision to travel there for the Christmas holiday to reflect on his life and determine what he truly wants for his future. What he had not anticipated was to discover the widowed sister of a client in the cottage next door. This could make for a very pleasant holiday, except Demetrius is fairly certain that the very proper marchioness does not care for him even though he desires her. When Lavinia Stewart, Marchioness of Teviot, became a widow, she vowed to enjoy her freedom. Instead, she is living in her brother’s home, supervising his household and their younger siblings, and hardly free at all. That is the reason Lavinia suddenly decides to leave her family to spend Christmas alone. She had not counted on her neighbor being her brother’s solicitor—a confirmed bachelor and rake. A man she suddenly saw in a different light. Maybe all she needed was a lover for the holiday. The only question, would Mr. Valentine be willing? Might this be a Christmas that neither one of them forgets?

Cordelia Hampton is wealthy, widowed, and all alone. She can’t face another Yuletide with only memories for company, and she certainly won’t subject herself to her late husband’s family and their censure. So when the opportunity to visit a long lost friend pops up, she decides to take it. But Cordelia gets more than she bargained for in the form of the mysterious and devilish Lord Sinclair.

Amidst the enchanting wintry landscapes of Regency England, fate weaves an unexpected story of love and redemption. Lady Emily Fairchild, a spirited widow carrying the weight of her past, crosses paths with the charismatic rogue, Mr. Nicolas Winters, the second son of a prestigious earl. When a twist of destiny brings Nicolas wounded and unconscious to Emily's door, her compassionate heart compels her to nurse him back to health. As he gradually awakens, an air of mystery surrounds the captivating stranger. Bound by the festive spirit of Christmas and the welcoming embrace of Emily's home, their initial encounter evolves into a profound connection neither could foresee. As the holiday season unfolds, their intertwined pasts unravel, and sparks of emotions ignite between them. Yet, the shadows of their pasts threaten to keep them apart. Will the magic of the holiday season and the undeniable bond they share be enough to dismantle the barriers, allowing love to blossom? Prepare to be enthralled by a tale of healing, newfound possibilities, and the enduring strength of love in this captivating Regency romance set against the backdrop of a Regency Christmas.

With an unbreakable bond forged in their youth, Harrison Montlake, The Earl of Hendershot, and the captivating Katherine Smith were destined for each other. But, life took an unexpected turn and Hendershot lost her to another. Now, years later, fate weaves their paths together once more. Madam Kitty Delcour* has risen above society's expectations, defying stereotypes as a successful African heritage businesswoman with a fortune greater than the crown. When her hard-earned empire faces the threat of a conniving distant cousin, there's only one person she can trust: the man whose heart she shattered. Hendershot vows to protect Kitty and everything she holds dear. As lingering desires and unresolved feelings resurface, their shared history becomes their greatest obstacle. Can Hendershot win Kitty's heart again, or will he lose her forever?

Gwendolyn Brocklesby needs to lose her virginity, and she needs to do it tonight . The bespectacled bluestocking beekeeper was initially ecstatic to inherit an unexpected fortune. But then Gwendolyn’s brother, who is also her legal guardian, conspires to marry her to one of his horrible friends so they can split her inheritance. In a stroke of luck, her new bridegroom manages to take a drunken tumble out of his highflyer on their wedding night, breaking his neck. The problem? The marriage was never consummated, and now Gwendolyn’s brother is pushing for an annulment. If Gwendolyn can manage to divest herself of her virginity in the next twenty-four hours, she will be an independent widow in control of her own fortune. But if she can’t, the future is too grim to contemplate. Enter the Wicked Widows, who sneak Gwendolyn out of the house and into London’s most notorious bachelor auction. Gwendolyn knows at once which man she should choose—Tom Talbot, the reigning heavyweight champion. Her horrible brother wouldn’t dare to cross the burly boxer who could crush him with one hand. Summoning all of her courage, she places her bid. Tom knows that the career of a boxer is short, and he needs to find a way to make a living that doesn’t involve getting punched in the face. But no one has ever wanted him to be anything but a brute… until a certain eccentric bluestocking comes stumbling into his life. Gwendolyn has this misguided notion that Tom is some kind of hero. Now, this unlikely pair are reunited beneath the candlelight at the Wicked Widows’ Christmas Ball. But disaster also comes calling. Can the boxer and the bluestocking fight for a future… together? Please note that the heat level is red hot! The hero is a boxer, and he definitely has a boxer's vocabulary. If you like reading about widows who are single and looking to mingle with some of England’s most notorious scoundrels, be sure to check out the Wicked Widows’ League!

Elena Wilson, the Dowager Countess of Dryden was forced into a marriage with an old man when she was barely out of the schoolroom. Now, at five and twenty, and a widow free from the confines of marriage, and mourning, she wants to live her life as an independent woman. She has no desire to marry, and she definitely doesn't want to be in any sort of relationship. A lover though? That has a possibility. As long as the potential gentleman understands that it is for one night, and one night alone. Theodore Jones, the Earl of Northfield has loved Elena for years... They had even professed love for each other before she was forced to marry the man her father had chosen for her. He has never loved another, and cannot see any other woman as his wife. He'll do anything to have her, but he refuses to believe it can only be for one night. At a holiday Christmas party they come together. That one night is far more than Elena had bargained for, and she fears that her heart isn't as dead as she once believed. Can she truly trust Theodore with her heart, and love him fully again, or will she regret ever opening herself up to the possibility of devastating pain.

A contest to win her fortune... Lady Winfield, a long-time wealthy widow, is infamous for her outrageous house parties. While hosting her annual Christmastide gathering, Christiana proposes a new game: a daily challenge of her choice. She will accept the proposal of the man who can best her at three or more competitions by Twelfth Night. Though all agree to the diversion, no one expects the games to include marksmanship, archery, and fencing. A contest to win her heart... When Lucius, Viscount Page presents Lady Winfield with a secret challenge, she can’t resist. Will their midnight rendezvous and private contests end in certain victory for one or a dual attraction for both?

Jessica Lady Colyton has no intention of being a wicked widow and no time for rogues. Her father, her brothers and her husband were rogues enough for a lifetime. However, she has joined the Wicked Widow’s League, seeking help after her husband’s will proves to be just one more blow from a controlling and manipulative man. It has been a difficult year. When her new friends organise a holiday in a country cottage for her, she blesses them—right up until she finds a naked rogue in her bed. Martin Lord Tavistock is no rogue, unlike his father before him. The man's early death in sordid circumstances brought him a title and a barrow-load of responsibilities. His uncle's strict upbringing has given him little taste for pleasure and no skill in making friends. He wants only to go home to Yorkshire, shunning the Christmas house party to which his matchmaking sister has invited him, and the beauties she has undoubtedly lined up to tempt him. When he wakes up in a strange lady’s bed, naked, tied down, and clueless as to how he arrived at her cottage, he wants no part in whatever plot is underway. Trapped by a snowstorm, he and his furious hostess must form a reluctant alliance to survive, and that will be the end of their acquaintance. Won't it? Except that Martin doesn’t want to fight his attraction to Jessica, and she hopes that his promises of pleasure will prove that her experiences with Colton were not her fault. They can walk away after three days and nights of lovemaking. But will they want to?

On a lark Lady Violet polled the Wicked Widow’s League to discover who they believed to be the most intriguing, the most astute, and most scandalous of scoundrels. The results were nothing but astounding with The Earl of Hurlington coming in first place in all three categories. The dare that followed was not for the faint of heart – Capture the attention of the most sought-after scoundrel in London and discover if the tales of his past were true or false. It was a challenge Lady Violet could not help but partake for she loved puzzles. Chased by marriage minded mama’s for over a decade, Lord Hurlington was an expert in avoiding unwanted female attention. That was until he found himself face-to-face with an enigmatic widow whose visage remained imprinted upon his mind. Sparks will fly when a determined widow and a confirmed bachelor go head-to-head in a game of cat and mouse.

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Love after love is impossible…isn’t it? Lady Audra never dreamed she could love again. Especially not when the man seeking her attention is a notorious rake. But when she convinces herself to enjoy a passionate fling, she’s caught between choosing a comfortable future or a path that might ruin her heart for love. Permanently. Lucas, the Duke of Riddenvile , doesn’t plan to seduce Lady Audra. But somehow, after years of women throwing themselves at him, he finally feels compelled to chase one himself. If only he hadn’t chosen the only woman in the world closed to love. Can Lucas prove to Audra that he isn’t the scoundrel of a rake everyone thinks he is? Will Audra finally open herself up to love for a second time? Read The One With the Scoundrel of a Duke if you love a shy heroine, rebound romance vibes, and sweet and spicy reads. The One With the Scoundrel of a Duke is the sixth standalone novella in the steamy regency romance series, The One With the Wanton Woman: The One With the Rogue and the Reader The One With the Duke's Curvy Bride The One With the Duke, a Scandal, and a Mistletoe The One With the Redeemed Rake The One With the Wayward Duke The One With the Scoundrel of a Duke *This is Book #33 in the Wicked Widows’ series, a multi-author collaboration.

When the wicked widow wagers the notorious rake…the stakes are high, but the temptation is higher. Lady Theodosia Dundas has spent years reveling in her role as the ton’s most scandalous villain. Known for spreading gossip, ruining reputations, and cutting down anyone who flaunts their happiness before her, while she’s sold to a decrepit viscount. But widowhood has its perks. With her own estate and no man to control her, Theodosia is finally free to live as she pleases—no husband, no rules, and no apologies. Harcourt Eliot, Earl of St. Germans , has spent his life drowning his demons in brandy, women, and cards. Told since boyhood that he was worthless, Court has never believed himself worthy of anything—until his father’s death gives him the chance to prove otherwise. Determined to right his father’s wrongs, he wins back an estate his father lost long ago… only for Theodosia, his sister’s best friend, to arrive at his door, ready to claim the home for herself. So they set the terms—she wants the estate, and he wants her…in his bed. But as passion ignites and past wounds surface, who shall be the victor? And is the estate the only thing on the line?

The most dishonorable thing Dr. Orlando Valentine could do was fall in love with a married woman. But when he witnesses Lady Blythe Clay being auctioned by her husband, he could not stand by and let another soldier claim her. Though she may be his, Blythe was still married in the eyes of the church, and he would not be a participant in adultery. When Orlando learns that her husband has been killed, he is determined to win Blythe’s heart only to find her gone when he is finally free from treating the wounded of Waterloo. Lady Blythe Clay had suffered the ultimate humiliation when her husband decided to sell her to one of his fellow soldiers. Thankfully it was Dr. Orlando Valentine, a captain and physician in Wellington’s army, who won her. Unfortunately, Orlando treated her more as friend and never a wife, so when she learns that her husband was killed in battle, Blythe returns to England a widow, and never speaks of what happened. She had also hoped to mend her heart and forget Orlando, but when she comes face to face with him three years later, Blythe realizes that her heart has never healed she knows exactly what to do.

After the death of her beloved husband, Theodosia, Lady Pattishall, has no interest in meeting the men her friend, Lady St. Ervan, wishes to introduce her to. In defense, she makes up a friend of her husband, Baron Teddington, her dear Teddy, who had been such a blessing to her during her mourning period. Now that several years have passed, she explained, she believes Teddy will propose. To Theo’s surprise, Josiah, Baron Teddington, appears at the same house party Theo’s attending, and he plays along as her husband's old friend! Josiah has known many women, some quite intimately, but he’s never forgotten a pretty face. And there are none prettier than Lady Pattishall, whom he’s never met. By her shocked reaction, he’s curious if she’d heard of him and was intrigued, or just chose him at random for her fantasies. He’s glad to have these weeks ahead to find out. And to prove to her he’s as sensational a lover as she’s obviously heard. What he doesn't plan on is falling in love, nor having a dead man stand in the way of his happy ending.

Florentia Vaughn, the current Duchess of Summerset would do anything to avoid being controlled by others—again, even make a deal with a rake.

Lady Margaret marries out of duty only to find herself in the center of a scandal. Her husband, Baron Drake, dies in a duel over another woman. With no children and no desire to be shackled again, Meg decides to enjoy life as men do. She will be the other woman instead of the wife held captive by the whims of a man. Lady Drake enjoys the freedom of her widow’s status. Simon, Lord Hayward, a dutiful son with no fantasies of love, agrees to marry a wealthy heiress to plump the family’s coffers. His father, in love with his mistress for decades, sets out to find his son one of his own. Simon scoffs at the idea, but when he meets an alluring courtesan at a masquerade, he finds himself smitten. In a twist of fate, the masks come off, and Simon and Meg realize they met years ago, sharing a kiss in a duke’s garden. Their secrets come out: She is no courtesan, and he is betrothed. After the viscount confesses his love, the baroness flees for the safety of the countryside. As Lady Drake begins to doubt her scheme of being a paramour, Lord Hayward wonders if he can be happy with a wife who is not Meg and searches her out. He seeks her out only to find danger lurking in the idyllic English hills, and they soon learn the past has consequences no matter who you pretend to be.

Clara was not Lady Cocwood, but a mere week before she found herself widowed. Her foolish husband died in a horse-riding accident—one that could have been prevented had he refused to jump a fence far too high. With his death, Clara finds herself thrown out of her new home and left without funds. In that moment, she understands what her older sister had gone through years earlier and prays Juliet will forgive her, for now, she desperately needs help. Grant Oliver, the Viscount of Oakwood, has returned to England after a long sojourn. His first stop is to visit his cousin, the Duke of Sinbrough. What he does not expect to find is that the former Duke of Sin is now happily married and has given up his notorious parties. The other surprise? A young widow who is as delectable as she is intriguing—and whom he fully intends to seduce. Clara never expected to find passion again, let alone love. Grant wants nothing to do with any such elusive emotion as love or anything resembling it. Neither one of them anticipated finding something lasting with each other. Yet, no one ever plans on falling in love, and accepting it is the most difficult decision of all.

A wager. A masquerade. A kiss that changes everything. Lady Helena Fairfax has spent two years in mourning, not for the husband she lost but for the life she never had. When an unexpected invitation to a midnight masquerade arrives, she seizes the chance to step out of her shadows and into a world of intrigue. Disguised as a daring temptress, she intends to claim one night of freedom and forget the constraints of her carefully controlled world. William Attberry, Duke of Powis, is a man who thrives on risk. When a wager leads him to the midnight masquerade, he expects nothing more than a frivolous distraction. What he does not anticipate is a captivating stranger whose sharp wit and passionate kiss leave him yearning for more. But Helena’s newfound courage is shaken when she discovers the Duke’s identity—and realizes their lives are intertwined in ways neither could predict. As the clock strikes twelve, their masks come off, and their pasts collide with secrets that could destroy them both. Caught between desire and danger, Helena and William must decide if they can trust each other with their hearts—or if one unforgettable kiss is all they will ever share. Kiss a Rogue at Midnight is a tale of forbidden romance, daring escapades, and the transformative power of love under the veil of mystery.