The Lady Next Door

The Lady Next Door

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

Marianne Findlay lives next door to the Earl of Latteridge’s York townhouse. Though she has never met him, it was his mother who sealed her fate years before—and drove her from polite society. Now she and Aunt Effie take in boarders and live a modest life, which is soon disrupted by the handsome earl, his scapegrace younger brother, his charming and determined sister—and that vengeful mother of his. Georgian Romance by Laura Matthews writing as Elizabeth Neff Walker; originally published by Fawcett
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The Seventh Suitor

The Seventh Suitor

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

As a prank, five young men, encouraged by her brother, proposed to Kate Montgomery. No harm done, except that it reminded some in the country neighborhood that Kate had also refused the suit of the Earl of Winterton’s brother—but then surprisingly accepted a legacy from him when he died in the Peninsula. Regency Romance by Laura Matthews; originally published by Warner
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A Rival Heir

A Rival Heir

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

Nell Armstrong accompanied her cantankerous Aunt Longstreet to Bath on the understanding they were going for the waters. But in Bath they met Aunt Longstreet’s presumptive heir, the estimable Sir Hugh Nowlin, and the older but charming Lord Westwick, whom her aunt snubbed. Nell began to suspect her aunt was planning something quite unrelated to restoring her (perfectly satisfactory) health. Regency Romance by Laura Matthews; originally published by Signet
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Lady Bountiful

Lady Bountiful

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

Lord Meacham's visit to Tarnlea worried Caroline Carruthers because she had not yet finished the project she'd started. As heir to the estate, Meacham had a right to discover why he wasn't in touch with Caroline's father-and why there were such enormous expenses against the property. Regency Christmas novella by Laura Matthews; originally published by Signet
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The Ardent Lady Amelia

The Ardent Lady Amelia

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

Lady Amelia Cameron had been doing a bit of “spying” for her brother. Really, giving just enough encouragement to would-be French agents that they confided in her. Along came Lord Verwood, who seemed highly suspicious himself with his fake limp and the fact that no one in society knew him, to convince her brother to spoil all her fun. Amelia naturally decided to unmask the mocking fellow. Regency Romance by Laura Matthews; originally published by Signet
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Alicia

Alicia

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

When Lady Coombs was widowed, she found herself in reduced circumstances. But the spirited Alicia chose to become a shopkeeper rather than impose on her overburdened brother. Alicia now found herself and her adolescent daughter without protection and suddenly vulnerable to the unprincipled Sir Francis Tackar. Even the kind attentions of the Marquis of Stronbert were disturbing—to a woman who had suffered in marriage.Regency Romance by Laura Matthews writing as Elizabeth Walker; originally published by Dell
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Lord Clayborne's Fancy

Lord Clayborne's Fancy

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

Most bridegrooms don’t expect to be called “an insufferable toad” the day after their wedding. But Lady Clayborne had provocation enough from his lordship, though she had no idea why he had the ludicrous notion she was not a virgin. Rebecca was not content to be a wife in name only—and Jason was not willing to be deceived. Regency Romance by Laura Matthews; originally published by Warner and Signet
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A Prudent Match

A Prudent Match

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

Prudence Stockworth inherited a considerable sum from her fiancé, and agreed to marry Baron Ledbetter knowing that he was in need of that money for his estate. But Prudence had known Ledbetter during her London season, and had been frightened by his obviously passionate nature. Now she had to learn to trust this exciting, impatient man-and teach him the value of love. Regency Romance by Laura Matthews; originally published by Signet
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In My Lady's Chamber

In My Lady's Chamber

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

Theodosia Tremere through a spiteful lie has lost her true love. Now a governess to the delightful Heythrop family, she once again encounters her former fiancé, Lord Steyne, while in the midst of a summer-long family treasure hunt. Misunderstanding and sadness lay in the past; would the future hold more hurt—or happiness? Regency Romance by Laura Matthews writing as Elizabeth Neff Walker; originally published by Fawcett
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The Loving Seasons

The Loving Seasons

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

For three young ladies just out of school, with good backgrounds and adequate dowries, their first London Season was to be the greatest adventure yet. But Maggie, Lady Anne and Emma were girls with more eagerness than knowledge, more enthusiasm than prudence, and they had a great deal to discover. Three young ladies with good backgrounds and adequate dowries are facing their first London Season. But Maggie, Lady Anne and Emma were girls with more eagerness than knowledge, more enthusiasm than prudence. Regency Romance by Laura Matthews; originally published by Dell
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The Proud Viscount

The Proud Viscount

Laura Matthews

Laura Matthews

Lady Jane still grieved for her lost love, the warm and sympathetic Richard. Stephen Rossmere couldn’t hold a candle to him; the viscount was proud and withdrawn, though oddly compelling. Lady Jane had no intention of marrying her aunt’s godson just because he was in need of an heiress to restore the family estate. Lord Rossmere had no plans for marrying, either, until faced with the alarming situation concerning Lady Jane’s sister. But what were a lady who knew what she wanted and a man determined to maintain his dignity to do with each other once the danger passed? Regency Romance by Laura Matthews; originally published by Signet
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