Beverley Oakley

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Lady Eugenia Townsend has finally escaped London's suffocating rules for the glittering freedom of Venice-sunlight on canals, scandal in the air, and just enough mischief to keep life interesting. Then Venetia Playford arrives: England's "Unexpected Heiress," newly unshackled from a cruel aunt-and newly determined to taste life on her own terms. Eugenia sees a delicious opportunity. Venetia is brave, beautiful... and clearly meant for Edward Rothbury, the principled English translator who sees Venetia not as an heiress, but as the one thing worth believing in. With a masquerade looming, a meddling chaperone lurking, and Venice practically begging for a grand romantic spectacle, Eugenia wagers everything on one bold match-before pride, gossip, and a very inconvenient scandal can destroy more than reputations... and cost Venetia the only love she can't afford to lose. Tropes You'll Love: ✅ Meddling matchmaker / romantic scheming ✅ Masquerade ball + hidden identities ✅ Heiress heroine + "honorable" hero who fears being seen as a fortune-hunter ✅ Slow-burn attraction / years-in-the-making tension ✅ Forced proximity (secret outings, two hours alone...) ✅ Stolen jewels + society mystery / "innocent accused" set-up ✅ Scandal, deception, and high-society stakes in romantic Venice Matchmaking Mischief Makers Book 1 - War of the Wedding Wagers Book 2 - Fortune Favors the Frivolous Book 3 - The Matchmaker Meets her Match

Mayfair, 1878The scandal-soaked historical mystery that will keep you turning pages deep into the night...A murdered courtesan. A clairvoyant's desperate deception. And a crusading editor who could expose everything -if only his heart would let him When one of Madame Chambon's most sought-after "Fallen Angels" is found dead in Mayfair, Lily, Lady Bradden, knows her own precarious sanctuary at the pleasure house hangs by a thread. Forced to play the part of a spirit medium to survive, she's already treading a dangerous line between deception and discovery. Now she must find a killer before she becomes the next victim.Hamish McTavish, the righteous editor of Manners & Morals, has made his career exposing London's frauds and charlatans. The mysterious Lady Bradden should be just another story-if only he could ignore the magnetic pull she has on his heart.When their paths collide over a murder investigation, Hamish must decide: pursue the truth, or protect the woman who's awakened feelings he thought long buried.But as Russian diplomats circle, a vengeful husband closes in, and more bodies appear, Lily and Hamish discover that in a world of secrets and lies, trust may be the deadliest gamble of all.A Fatal Rendezvous in Mayfair is Book 1 in the exciting London Ladies in Peril series, perfect for fans of Victorian mysteries where danger and desire walk hand in hand.

Forced into marriage to legitimise her dead fiance's unborn child, Emily feels only resentment towards the noble soldier whose marriage proposal has saved her from destitution.She regards Major Angus McCartney's actions as opportunistic as she mourns her one true love, Jack.But Jack led a secret, double life, as Angus well knows.And Angus is not an opportunist. Too shy to declare himself, he has loved Emily from afar for five long years.With the loss of Jack's child cementing Emily's anger towards Angus, the quiet soldier longs to win her with action and honour - rather than by revealing Jack's secret.However, it's an explosive revelation from Emily's past that threatens to destroy the burgeoning feeling between noble Angus and his reluctant bride.A revelation that threatens their very lives.An intrigue-filled Napoleonic wars romance with espionage and action for readers who love marriage of convenience stories, and second chance love.

A handsome politician determined to stamp out corruption.A beautiful wife with a sinful past.And a burgeoning love threatened by more than a past liaison.Three years after her dutifully contracted marriage, Adelaide, Lady Leeson, has fallen in love with her husband.Desperately, unequivocally, and madly in love with the good, honest man who rescued her when she was at her lowest ebb.The problem is that Tristan, Lord Leeson, thinks she is indeed a little mad-though he cares deeply for her.And Adelaide's mother will do whatever she can to enforce the fiction that her daughter has led a blameless past and that her psychological distress is based on events far more innocent than the truth.However, when Adelaide's past lover returns to England, now a celebrity due to his salacious poems, all of society wants to discover the identity of his muse.Now Adelaide must double down on her mother's lies.For if Tristan were to learn the truth, how could he love her?A passionate, tender, second-chance romance of mistakes, regrets, and ultimate redemption.Here's what the readers say: "My goodness, this was an intense and highly emotional book " Kindle Reader"I think this was possibly the most gripping second chances story I have read this year What happens in Tristan and Addy's romance had me going through a whole range of emotions as I read deep into the night and again today until I finished."Wonderful characters and a really fabulous story which I just have to recommend " Kindle Reader

A handsome politician determined to stamp out corruption.A beautiful wife with a sinful past.And a burgeoning love threatened by more than a past liaison.Three years after her dutifully contracted marriage, Adelaide, Lady Leeson, has fallen in love with her husband.Desperately, unequivocally, and madly in love with the good, honest man who rescued her when she was at her lowest ebb.The problem is that Tristan, Lord Leeson, thinks she is indeed a little mad-though he cares deeply for her.And Adelaide's mother will do whatever she can to enforce the fiction that her daughter has led a blameless past and that her psychological distress is based on events far more innocent than the truth.However, when Adelaide's past lover returns to England, now a celebrity due to his salacious poems, all of society wants to discover the identity of his muse.Now Adelaide must double down on her mother's lies.For if Tristan were to learn the truth, how could he love her?A passionate, tender, second-chance romance of mistakes, regrets, and ultimate redemption.

Reluctant courtesan, Charity, has found true love with Hugo, her first and only client. But when poet and artist, Hugo, is tricked into gambling away his impending inheritance, Charity finds herself at the mercy of Madam Chambon and her infamous house of ill-repute.Can the two young lovers thwart the conspiracy between Hugo's social-climbing father, and slippery cousin Cyril, so Hugo can make Charity his Christmas bride?

Friends at seven, lovers at seventeen, Katherine and Jack were meant to be together. But when a tragic mistake results in marriage to the wrong man for Katherine, a heartbroken Jack heads to foreign lands to make his fortune. Now Jack is returning and Katherine is a widow, eagerly awaiting the only man she's ever loved. Experience has taught her to value even more his qualities of honour and bravery, while his humour and playfulness are ever on her mind, a counterpoint to her years of living with a humourless husband. But to Katherine's dismay, she learns that Jack is returning with his betrothed, a woman he agreed to marry abroad. Katherine knows Jack can't possibly love this woman as he'd loved her. She also knows she has the power to win him back. But Jack has equally compelling reasons for going forward with the betrothal he contracted in the West Indies. Will love or honour prevail? This is Book 4 of the Scandalous Miss Brightwells series though it can be read as a standalone. What readers are saying: "This book kept me hanging until the very last page... but the agony of not knowing the twists and turns until they were on me made it the most splendid adventure." "Great plot and characters which will keep you turning pages. Hope there are more to come." If you love your romance sprinkled with scandal, sizzle and with a wicked twist at the end, you'll love The Accidental Elopement.

Would a potential suitor be bolder if he were told the lie that the young lady he admires has only six months to live? Sweet, pretty Thea Brightwell's dull, quiet life with her crotchety aunt is about to be turned upside down by a visit to Bath and a chance encounter with handsome Mr Grayling. However, the fledgeling affair is quickly nipped in the bud by Thea's aunt who has no intention of losing her unpaid nurse and companion, while Mr Grayling regretfully acknowledges he needs to marry an heiress to restore his family's crumbling fortunes. Unbeknownst to penniless Thea, she has an unlikely champion in her well-meaning but 'not-too-bright' Cousin Bertram who has decided to play matchmaker. If the lack of a dowry is the only impediment to Mr Grayling making an offer of marriage, Bertram reasons the gentleman would play a riskier hand if he were told that the damsel he covets were destined for her deathbed within six months? Crotchety maiden aunts, love letters gone astray, and 'old flames' appearing from the woodwork lead to a most disconcerting outcome ROGUE'S KISS can be read as a stand-alone. It follows award-winning racy Regency romp RAKE'S HONOUR.

Abandoned at the altar, Max, Lord Belvedere believes he's evaded family obligation in favour of a life of adventuring in Africa. But his ailing Aunt Euphemia has other ideas. When Max finds himself in the delightfully diverting arms of Violet Lilywhite while visiting London's most prestigious House of Assignation, he happens upon the perfect plan. A sham wedding to a 'penniless shop girl' should fulfil Aunt Euphemia's romantic dreams without losing him his newfound liberty. Violet agrees to the deception with no hesitation. Lord Belvedere is certainly the most charming and surprising of all her male consorts but she has no illusions about a shared future. She wants only to escape the clutches of infamous Madame Chambon. The plan appears perfect until Max and Violet find themselves falling in love. Can Max give up his plans for freedom in an exciting new land? Or is freedom to be found in the arms of the woman he loves? What Readers Say About the Series: "Max Belvedere & Violet Lilywhite's story was beyond beautiful. He was determined to seek his freedom at any cost. She believed herself ruined beyond redemption. Together they will discover that nothing in life is impossible. Highly Recommend." Kind Reader "This is one of the most interesting stories on why a girl might become an escort. The twists and turns are breathtaking...I couldn't put this down." Kindle Reader "Oh my This story just makes you fall in love It's exciting. It never lags. And what a most satisfying ending " Kindle Reader

What's a girl to do when she has no money but must marry well? When her father has died a debtor and her reprobate brother is intent on gambling away what little else remains? When her feather-brained sister risks the family reputation by succumbing to any lure cast her way? Why, her mother, Lady Brightwell, has just the plan Her intelligent, beautiful daughter is to be sacrificed to a lecherous baron with gout and carbuncles in order to keep the family in the manner to which they've become accustomed. Only, there's the rub. Lady Brightwell's daughter Fanny might be intelligent and beautiful. But she's also rebellious, clever and strong-willed. And when her passionate heart is brought to life by a chance encounter with a dashing viscount, the fact he's looking for a wealthy bride is of no account. This is the story of Fanny's perilous gamble amidst a London season's offerings of debutantes with far greater address - but far less cunning - for the ultimate prize: dashing, delicious, dazzling Lord Fenton. Sit back and enjoy this racy, Regency romp but do ensure your smelling salts are at hand - because Fanny Brightwell is prepared to risk everything to save herself from a lifetime attending to Great Aunt Seraphina's chilblains or massaging lecherous Lord Slyther's gargantuan ego - amongst other things. Book 1: Rake's Honour Book 2: Rogue's Kiss Book 3: The Wedding Wager Book 4: The Accidental Elopement What readers are saying: "Steamy and passionate... A good light-hearted read." Amazon reader "A fast-paced story, filled with humour, sexual attraction, love and desperation. The first in a series of novels set in a time when chastity and honour were everything." Amazon reader.

A lonely young woman's bid to be reunited with her long-lost love child seems doomed after her friends' matchmaking attempts go awry. When Miss Eliza Montrose's extraordinary bravery wins her the respect of matchmaking queens Fanny and Antoinette Brightwell, the sisters and their bumbling brother hatch a plan to find a worthier suitor for the young woman they'd initially disliked. Rufus Patmore, a kind honorable gentleman with a love of horses and a soft spot for damsels in distress, is the ideal candidate when he inadvertently reveals his true feelings for Eliza. But Eliza has her own reasons for agreeing to marry the Brightwells' selfish, self-absorbed cousin, George Bramley. Reasons that have nothing to do with love If it's the only way to be reunited with the love child she was forced to give up after a youthful indiscretion, Eliza will marry anyone Unfortunately, while the Brightwell siblings have acted with the best of intentions, fixing a horse race that was supposed to bring joy and happiness to two deserving, star-crossed lovers has unfortunate consequences. And being able to follow her heart comes at an unexpected price. A price that Eliza might not be able to pay. The Wedding Wager is Book 3 in the Scandalous Miss Brightwells series but can be read as a standalone. What readers say: "She's torn between being able to love her son, and being able to love Rufus. Some of what happens is amusing and some is sad, but it all makes for a great story." Amazon reader. "Great plot and characters. Some tears for those who are sensitive but great enjoyment at the end." Amazon reader. "Very intriguing Austen-esque novel with well developed characters and story line. The best historical romance novel I've read in a while." Amazon reader.

What's a girl to do when she has no money but must marry well? When her father has died a debtor and her reprobate brother is intent on gambling away what little else remains? When her feather-brained sister risks the family reputation by succumbing to any lure cast her way? Why, her mother, Lady Brightwell, has just the plan Her intelligent, beautiful daughter is to be sacrificed to a lecherous baron with gout and carbuncles in order to keep the family in the manner to which they've become accustomed. Only, there's the rub. Lady Brightwell's daughter Fanny might be intelligent and beautiful. But she's also rebellious, clever and strong-willed. And when her passionate heart is brought to life by a chance encounter with a dashing viscount, the fact he's looking for a wealthy bride is of no account. This is the story of Fanny's perilous gamble amidst a London season's offerings of debutantes with far greater address - but far less cunning - for the ultimate prize: dashing, delicious, dazzling Lord Fenton. Sit back and enjoy this racy, Regency romp but do ensure your smelling salts are at hand - because Fanny Brightwell is prepared to risk everything to save herself from a lifetime attending to Great Aunt Seraphina's chilblains or massaging lecherous Lord Slyther's gargantuan ego - amongst other things. Book 1: Rake's Honour Book 2: Rogue's Kiss Book 3: The Wedding Wager Book 4: The Accidental Elopement

Can innocence survive the machinations of a ruthless society beauty and a charismatic rake...

Can innocence survive the machinations of a malevolent society beauty and a charismatic rake?