Daring Dukes Books

"Vivid, sensual and beautifully written"—Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestselling author Born to an Indian maharaja and a British noblewoman, Princess Sarani Rao has it all: beauty, riches, and a crown. But when Sarani's father is murdered, her only hope is the next ship out—captained by the boy she once loved…and spurned. Captain Rhystan Huntley, the reluctant Duke of Embry, is loath to give up his life at sea. But duty is calling him home, and this is his final voyage. Leave it to fate that the one woman he's ever loved must escape to England on his ship. "The PRINCESS STAKES came along just when I needed it most. There's star-crossed, swoony, steamy love, true to the genre—but there's also a subtle, searing focus on racism, colorism, and what it means to belong that is rare for a historical romance, which elevates it to a unique and truly resonant read."— Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling author

USA Today bestselling author Amalie Howard whisks you away with a historical romance full of drama, true love, and the perfect happily ever after. Readers will devour this tale of: A rebellious heiress determined to be independent A shunned duke forced to return to his family estate And a scandal between them that will have the whole town aflutter Sometimes, finding love means flouting the rules… Born to a life of privilege, Lady Ravenna Huntley rues the day that she must marry. She's refused dozens of suitors and cried off multiple betrothals, but running away―even if brash and foolhardy―is the only option left to secure her independence. Lord Courtland Chase, grandson of the Duke of Ashvale, was driven from England at the behest of his cruel stepmother. Scorned and shunned, he swore never to return to the land of his birth. But when a twist of bad luck throws a rebellious heiress into his arms, at the very moment he finds out he's the new Duke, marriage is the only alternative to massive scandal. Both are quick to deny it, but a wedding might be the only way out for both of them. And the attraction that burns between them makes Ravenna and Courtland wonder if it'll truly only be a marriage of convenience after all… Praise for Amalie Howard: "Her writing sparkles."― LISA KLEYPAS , New York Times bestselling author "Smart, sexy, deliciously feminist romance that I couldn't put down."― SARAH MACLEAN , New York Times bestselling author, for The Beast of Beswick "Amalie Howard is the fresh voice historical romance needs right now."― KERRIGAN BYRNE , USA Today bestselling author

This lady is not at all a paragon of society… Lady Bronwyn Chase leaves London on her brother's passenger liner bound for America with a packet of secret letters that could get her into trouble. Serious trouble―the kind a duke's sister shouldn't be in; the kind that puts spymaster Valentine Medford, the Duke of Thornbury, on her trail. But as the duke gets closer to Bronwyn and the secrets she's keeping, he'll have to decide between the mysterious woman who calls to him, or his allegiance to the Crown. Praise for the Daring Dukes series: "Vivid, sensual and beautifully written… Amalie Howard tells a story with self-assured style, wit, and energy, making the book impossible to put down."― Lisa Kleypas , New York Times bestselling author, for The Princess Stakes "Amalie Howard is the fresh voice historical romance needs right now… I will read every word she writes."― Kerrigan Byrne , USA Today bestselling author "Adventurous!"― Publishers Weekly for Rules for Heiresses

Historical romance takes to the high seas. Famed spy Lady Lisbeth Medford is on a ship bound for the West Indies, and the only thing more dangerous than her mission is the elusive Duke she's trying to capture. Lady Lisbeth Medford, Countess of Waterstone and famed international spy, is caught between the devil and the deep blue sea. She's determined to infiltrate a notorious smuggling ring in the West Indies while on a covert mission as a ship's captain. But even when her identity is compromised and she's forced to flee, the men chasing her are still hot on her heels. The trouble in front of her, however, might be even worse. Raphael Saint, the Duc de Viel, is her ship's new aggravating and dangerously charming sailing master, who might very well be part of the smuggling ring Lisbeth must bring to justice. But when a new deadly threat on the high seas looms, the only way out of danger is to face it…together. Praise for Amalie Howard: "Amalie Howard is the fresh voice historical romance needs right now. …Her prose is delightful, her writing masterful, her characters unforgettable... I will read every word she writes."— Kerrigan Byrne , USA Today bestselling author, for The Princess Stakes "Fiery chemistry...[with] fun action scenes of both the perilous and sexual varieties."— Kirkus Reviews for The Duke in Question "An adventurous romance...readers will not be disappointed."— Publishers Weekly for Rules for Heiresses