Governess Brides Books

New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd spins the captivating tale of a nobleman whose path crosses again with the one woman he absolutely cannot resist... A Disastrous Season A simple statue began the scandal. A Lady Concealed An innocent English miss conceived of it, her hands gliding across the clay, delineating each smoothly defined muscle and sinew, creating a sculpture of the man she worshipped. When the likeness was exposed, along with Miss Jane Higgenbothem's secret tendre for Lord Blackburn, the ton's gleeful contempt sent the lady back to the country in disgrace. A Gentleman Revealed Now, a decade later, she's back in London, as a chaperone to her beautiful niece. But to Blackburn, Jane's unwitting model, the cool, reticent spinster is still a challenge. She once made the arrogant rake a laughingstock; so why is he tempted to revive an affair that almost began so long ago, on that scandalous evening...? Buy THAT SCANDALOUS EVENING today!

The Rules of Employment for The Distinguished Academy of Governesses: Always remember your station. Be sure to maintain a disciplined schoolroom. And never, ever become too familiar with the master of the house... Lady Charlotte Dalrumple is known as England's most proper governess, a woman who has never taken a misstep socially--or romantically. On the surface, she seems perfectly suited to accept the challenge of reforming Lord Wynter Ruskin, sadly uncivilized by his travels abroad. But Wynter has no desire to be taught manners. He glimpsed an uninhibited beauty hiding beneath Charlotte's prim exterior, and he'd much rather spend his days--and nights--instructing her in the pleasures of the body and the passions of the heart. But before they can love both must also master the Rules of Surrender . Book #2 of Christina Dodd's most popular historical series, The Governess Brides , in eBook and paperback!

The Rules of  Engagement Choose a bride from this year’s debutantes. Decide on a proper settlement. Send an announcement to The Times . Inform the bride of her good fortune. Rules of Respectability Devon Mathewes, earl of Kerrich, finds his income and family name imperiled by his notorious reputation. So he demands three things. A sensible governess who will not wish to visit his bed—he can’t be bothered to make love to every woman who wants him. An orphan he can adopt and seem to care for—his apparent kindness will cover him with respectability. And that his life not be unduly altered—the child and the governess should better his character without his participation. As a condition of accepting the governess position, Miss Pamela Lockhart has rules of her own. Devon must at all times behave with propriety. She must be allowed to choose a suitable orphan. Most important, Devon must vow to never ever delve into Pamela’s past or appearance lest he discover the deepest secrets of her heart. Of course, rules are made to be broken . . .

To the owner of the Distinguished Academy of Governesses Dear Madame Owner, I am looking for an experienced companion for my sweet, elderly, slightly dotty aunt, and that companion must be: 1. Tall, blonde and twenty-seven years of age. 2. Desirous of living in an ancient castle in an isolated area of Lancashire. 3. Not nervous about any sinister rumors about me. 4. You. Sincerely, the newly titled Marquess of Raeburn From the owner of the Distinguished Academy of Governesses My dear, mysterious Lord Raeburn, Coincidentally, I fulfill all your requisites. However, as condition to accepting this position, I insist on the following: 1. That no interest be shown in my past. 2. That I have the free time to explore Lancashire for reasons that I will not divulge. 3. That you not bother to deny your culpability in the disappearance of your wife. 4. That we will not indulge in familiarity that will surely lead to another disastrous, passionate interlude between us. Sincerely, Hannah Setterington Read an Excerpt: Mrs. Trenchard curtsied and announced, "Miss Hannah Setterington, my lord." For one moment he stood stiffly, a lonely figure waiting for ... something. Then in a low, deep voice he commanded, "Leave us." Hannah's breath caught. That voice. That tone. Her heart gave a thud. Then another. Then another, marking each second, each excitement, each fear. From the back he looked like ... and the reflection in the glass seemed to be familiar. But she knew how wrong she could be. When he dwelt in her thoughts, all men looked like him. And yet ... and yet ... Vaguely, she heard the door shut. Slowly, he turned to face her. And the foreboding which had haunted her for nine years became reality. She had heard rumors this man had killed his wife. She knew he had not. Because she was his wife.

"Reminiscent of the classic movie Sabrina, this heartwarming Victorian-era treatment will please Christina Dodd's many fans." -- Publisher's Weekly Since she was a little girl, Celeste has had one burning desire: to marry rich, handsome Ellery Throckmorton. The education she receives at the Distinguished Academy of Governesses gives Celeste a refinement that complements her ravishing beauty, and makes her bold romantic dream more attainable. But, alas, temptation gets in the way... For wherever Celeste turns, it is not Ellery she encounters, but his intriguing older brother Garrick. She cannot disregard the fluttering of her heart whenever Garrick deigns to smile at her. And the passion she senses smoldering beneath his formidable control tempts her in a manner a lady must never allow... IN MY WILDEST DREAMS Book #5 of Christina Dodd's most popular historical series, The Governess Brides , in eBook and paperback!

A Groom Who Can't Remember. Bride Who Wants Desperately To Forget. Enid MacLean is finally living a peaceful life when she receivesword that an explosion has injured the husband she hoped she'd neverhave to see again. Reluctantly, she agrees to do her duty but,except for his distinctive green eyes, the man she nursesback to health is not the man she remembers. And he remembers nothing. From the depths of his amnesia, he reaches out for the woman he believes is his wife, tempting her with ardent words and a reckless passion she finds herself unable to resist. And while Enid finds herself losing her heart to this achingly familiar stranger, she cannot help but wonder how her husband has become such a dangerous, seductive man . . . and what secrets he carries locked away in his lost memories. Last time marriage cost her her happiness. This time love could cost her more.

New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd brings you "The Sound of Music meets Jane Eyre" in her refreshingly humorous addition to the Governess Brides series... When Miss Samantha Prendregast arrives at Devil's Fell to take charge of six rebellious girls, the vibrant, outspoken governess finds she can manage the children with intelligence, guile...and a little bribery. Their widowed father, Colonel William Gregory, is not so easily charmed -- and far too easy to love. William always cherished the orderliness of his life until this captivating troublemaker arrives. Despite the fact that they clash at every meeting, William finds himself drawn to Samantha's fire. And now he's even contemplating marriage, which would be sweet madness indeed. But before he can successfully woo her, William must discover what Samantha is hiding. But the secret the lady is preciously guarding is far too shocking and dangerous to ever reveal... MY FAVORITE BRIDE is the seventh in the Governess Brides series. Find the complete list on Christina Dodd's website. Fans of Stephanie Laurens and Julia Quinn will enjoy MY FAVORITE BRIDE!

Learn to Flirt in 10 Lessons or Less! Miss Caroline Ritter, accomplished flirt, acknowledged beauty, and ruined gentlewoman, offers lessons to any rich, noble lord too inept to attract a wife. Discard silly affectations and garish clothing! Learn the arts of witty conversation, elegant dancing, equestrian feats and irresistible seduction at the opera! With Miss Ritter's help, any awkward nobleman can become the most sought-after aristocrat at the ball! Send your request to the Distinguished Academy of Governesses. Please, absolutely no devastatingly attractive men with hidden agendas such as secret missions or vengeful plots against evil villains--specifically not Jude Durant, the earl of Huntington, the most handsome, the most covert, the most dangerous of all the aristocrats in Regency London.

Two superstar New York Times bestsellers, Stephanie Laurens and Christina Dodd, join forces with one exciting rising star, Elizabeth Boyle, to create this sexy anthology with an exciting new theme. In an innovative new twist for anthologies, each author is reintroducing a secondary character from a previous book to star in his own story!

New York Times bestseller Christina Dodd has sold over five million historical romances! Find out why when you read IN BED WITH THE DUKE from her most popular series, the Governess Brides! Demure lady's companion Emma Chegwidden never defies society's rules. Until the night she runs straight into the arms of the mysterious and menacing Reaper...a man who rides the night-shadowed countryside and conceals his identity behind a mask. His goal is justice...or is it vengeance? Cynical, dangerous and ruthless, Michael Durant, long-lost heir to the duke of Nevitt, is the last man on earth that sensible Emma should defy. But some challenges are too tempting to resist, and some passions too fierce to ignore. Soon Michael discovers in Emma the woman he has longed for...a woman whose beauty and courage touch his tortured soul. He will defy anything, even fate itself, to claim her . . . Readers who like Stephanie Laurens and Amanda Quick will enjoy this book.

Only beloved historical author Christina Dodd could bring you the latest story in the Governess Brides series... Lovely Victoria Cardiff is very prim, very strict, very sure that England is the only civilized place in the world.She's about to find out she's right.Only Victoria knows the truth about dashing, dissolute, dangerous Saber Lawrence--that he is a renegade prince plotting to seize control of his country. To ensure her silence, Saber kidnaps Victoria and carries her away to his castle deep in the woods. There they hide the truth about their past: a glittering ball, angry words, a passionate kiss. He vows to vanquish her reserve ... but soon finds an English governess is not so easily seduced ...Between persuasion and passion, they realize that only together can they defeat the enemies determined to destroy them. But will Saber discover too late that a woman's heart is a treasure more priceless than any kingdom? Fans of Stephanie Laurens and Julia Quinn will enjoy this story.

At long last, New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd brings you the historical romance you’ve been waiting for,the all-new, full-length Governess Brides historical…A PIRATE’S WIFE FOR ME!Caitlin MacLean of Scotland is proud to announce her graduation from The Distinguished Academy of Governesses. She specializes in the womanly arts of housekeeping, picking locks, and overthrowing ruthless dictators, and looks forward to attaining a position wherein she can utilize these skills. No dashing, dastardly pirates or faithless, former lovers need seek her services.Ship's captain (and prince in disguise) Taran Tamson is by coincidence in need of the best lockpick in the land. Because he wants the reckless auburn-haired beauty to retrieve the papers that will help him leave behind his swashbuckling ways and win back his island kingdom of Cenorina, he assures said lady that he will honor her demand for a proper, chaste relationship … for as long as she desires it. Secretly, he knows that should they fall in love again, he will cherish her tender heart for as long they both shall live. If they live…