Jenna Jaxon

If the players are evenly matched, romance can be the most exciting game of all.Over her parents' protests, Lady Augusta Hardy has set her matrimonial sights on a renowned adventurer. With him, she knows she'll live an extraordinary life. But as that gentleman is off exploring, she resigns herself to being courted while waiting for her hero to return. Would-be suitor Julius Price, Lord Boxted, is admittedly handsome, witty, an amazingly good dancer, and extremely well-traveled. In fact, he's a worthy rival for her affections, save for one major drawback: his title would ensure that Augusta ends up living the boring life she so detests. Despite her growing affection for him, she sadly relinquishes all thoughts of marrying Lord Boxted.From the moment Lady Augusta beats him at chess, Julius is fascinated by the intelligent, strong-willed lady. During the Season, he takes heart as he makes inroads with her affections, determined to win her over. Elated when passion between them sparks, Julius plans to redouble his efforts, until an overheard conversation convinces him Lady Augusta would never be happy with the only life he can offer her.With a heavy heart, Julius determines he must allow her the freedom she longs for-just as Lady Augusta realizes love has the power to change one's mind. But has she discovered that lesson a little too late?Note: This series is part of Dragonblade's Flame line, so this is a scorching-hot read with open-door steam.The Welwyn Marriage WagerUntil I'm Safe in Your ArmsThe Baron's HaloYule Be MineRomancing Lady AugustaGem of My HeartThe Captain Takes a Wife

'Tis the season for love-no matter how much mistletoe it takes It's Christmas time and Ulysses "Yule" Quartermain is unenthusiastically looking for a bride when Penelope St. Clare, the little sister of his boyhood friend, makes an appearance at a Christmas party. But it's been ten years since he's seen her. Penelope is no longer a child but a ravishing beauty, who's turning heads everywhere she goes. And much to his discomfort, Yule is not immune to the charms of the little girl next door. But he's working on it.Penelope has wanted to marry Ulysses Quartermain for most of her life. Now she's on the brink of her come out Season--a desirable young lady with wit and determination--and her happy ever after is within her grasp. If only she can make Yule see that she's grown up and would make him the perfect wife, it'll be the best present she'll ever get.Still, Penelope is not leaving anything to chance. Utilizing every ball of mistletoe she can find, she teases and tantalizes Yule, daring him to kiss her in hopes of breaking down his staunch resolve. As Christmas Day approaches, Penelope sets a final desperate plan in motion.Before the holiday is over, Yule will know just how much of a woman she truly is The Welwyn Marriage WagerUntil I'm Safe in Your ArmsThe Baron's HaloYule Be MineNo Rival for Your LoveGem of My HeartThe Captain Takes a Wife

Can a wager to find a wife turn into a true love match?Entered into a wager that he can wed within a week, Captain Alex Bancroft pursues the first pretty woman he meets: Miss Emma Washer. Their courtship proceeds at a furious pace, including a dalliance that might ruin them both. Before it can, Alex proposes and is stunned when Emma agrees to marry him. Alex desperately tries to keep word of the wager from his new wife, not knowing Emma has secrets of her own to keep.As passion erupts between the newly wed pair, the circumstances of Emma's past threaten to tear them asunder. Alex's regiment is directed to sail to a place Emma dares not go.She refuses to accompany him, leaving Alex with a devastating choice: leave England to fulfill duty to Queen and country or stay and revel in his newfound love for his wife?Note: This series is part of Dragonblade's Flame line, so this is a sexy, steamy, and scorching-hot read with multiple sex scenes.The Welwyn Marriage WagerUntil I'm Safe in Your ArmsThe Baron's HaloThe Siren Next DoorNo Rival for Your LoveGem of My HeartThe Captain Takes a Wife