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Escapade [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Ella Fairmont, as the anonymous Miss Prattle, has taken the Duke of Clare to task regularly in her gossip column. The duke, unsuspecting, includes Ella and her aunt in his week-long country houseparty. He has also included the blue-blooded Lady Honor, the strikingly beautiful Miss Sheridan, and the multi-talented Miss Prentiss. How could one "ordinary" young lady with a sharp tongue compete with three sterling debutantes? 1977
Words: 78000 - Reading Time: 222-312 min.
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Imprudent Lady [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Prudence Mallow, country miss, finds herself in London as the poor relation of her Uncle Clarence, a true British eccentric (and erstwhile painter). When she discovers her calling as a novelist, she is delighted to develop a friendship with another writer. But Prudence produces modest, sincere novels, and Lord Dammler, handsome rake that he is, has won acclaim for his scandalous Cantos from Abroad. Drawn by the rakish marquis into the hotbed of London society, Prudence finds herself in way over ... more info>> 1978
Words: 75000 - Reading Time: 214-300 min.
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Lace for Milady [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Priscilla Denver should be comfortably situated in the house her aunt sold her, but it turns out that her aunt was a trifle dishonest about what she was selling. Then there's the rattling hearth to distress Miss Denver and her companion, Miss Slack. And the darkly handsome Duke of Clavering is suspiciously persistent in wanting Prissie to sell him the house. Hmm. Something is definitely afoot, and Priscilla is just the person to tackle the problem. 1980
Words: 63000 - Reading Time: 180-252 min.
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Never Let Me Go [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Belle Savage, American romance writer, rents a cottage in England for inspiration. And she finds her Regency hero. Only he's a ghost, who entangles her in the past, where Arabella Comstock's tragic story pours from Belle's pen. When the Lord Raventhorpe of Regency days finally learns the truth, will the contemporary lord also find his destiny? 1994
Words: 60000 - Reading Time: 171-240 min.
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Reprise [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Some issues remain unresolved between Prudence Mallow and Lord Dammler of Imprudent Lady. Is he indeed a rake and immoral hedonist? Is she a prudish, intolerant stick-in-the-mud? His play is a roaring success--but so is her "anonymous" book mocking the folly of London society--and him. Who induced Uncle Clarence to set up an atelier with Dammler's former mistress as model? Perhaps these lovers are too different to make a lasting pair.... 1982
Words: 65000 - Reading Time: 185-260 min.
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Talk of the Town [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Daphne Ingleside's visit to her Aunt Effie in London was meant to add a little spark to her placid country life. And it did--once the two women decided to write Effie's memoirs. For Effie, a faded divorcée, had been the beauty of London in her day, and many of the town feared their misbehavior would be disclosed. The Duke of St. Felix, misinterpreting their project as a means of blackmailing his family, antagonized the sharp-witted, beautiful Daphne to his peril. 1979
Words: 55000 - Reading Time: 157-220 min.
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La Comtesse [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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London society buzzed around the scandalous Comtesse de la Tour. Lord Dashwood was assigned to discover whether the beautiful red-head was a French spy--or perhaps something just as unsavory to his enchanted vision. At one moment Renée seemed as chaste as a nun, at another as flirtatious as a courtesan. 1978
Words: 54000 - Reading Time: 154-216 min.
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Rose Trelawney [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Sir Ludwig called her "Rose Trelawney" because she had no memory of who she was. Awaking in a ditch in a snowstorm, "Rose" had eventually found safe haven at Sir Ludwig's home as his sister's governess. But she found herself not unfamiliar with ordering servants about--or the physical desire she felt for Sir Ludwig. Did that make her a married woman or a harlot? Not knowing where she belonged in this dangerous game of kidnapping and art thievery could prove dangerous indeed. Regency Romance by J... more info>> 1980
Words: 67580 - Reading Time: 193-270 min.
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Reluctant Bride [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Sir Edmund said: "I think it is a mistake for a man of unstable temperament to marry, don't you?" Lizzie replied: "To marry a timid lady, yes. Good gracious, is this the reason you espouse misogamy? Don't be such a gudgeon, Edmund. Find someone who is not afraid of your blustering, arm her with a stout club and marry her." Or they could hunt for her missing diamond necklace and just pretend to be engaged.... Regency Romance by Joan Smith 1982
Words: 56000 - Reading Time: 160-224 min.
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Midnight Masquerade [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Deirdre Gower's aunt, the Duchess of Charney, had trapped Lord Belami into offering for her niece. Deirdre had accepted in order to escape having to marry someone she disliked. But now, at Beaulac for the New Year's holiday, both participants were ready to renege on the engagement--until solving the mystery of the duchess's stolen diamond threw them together. Regency Romance/Mystery by Joan Smith 1985
Words: 65000 - Reading Time: 185-260 min.
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Letters to a Lady [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Diana Beecham's only use for her neighbor Lord Harrup was to get him to provide a job for her brother Ronald. So she picked up the "documents" Harrup sought, only to have them stolen. Seems Harrup, seeking a high government position, was being blackmailed by his former mistress. Undeterred by a little setback--or a little housebreaking--Diana pursued where her heart led. 1987
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Silken Secrets [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Mary Anne Judson has an idyllic country life, except perhaps that her Uncle Edwin is of a casually larcenous nature. When he liberates an abandoned--and smuggled--cargo of fine silk and finds himself pursued by the handsome London draper, Mr. Robertson, life becomes rather hectic. And Mary Anne suspects there is more to the stylish draper than meets the eye. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest. 1988
Words: 54091 - Reading Time: 154-216 min.
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Larcenous Lady [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Deirdre Gower refused to marry her fiance, Lord Belami, while her Aunt Charney was desperately ill with the ague. His lordship took offense at the continual delays and called the whole thing off. But they both wound up on the continent where they were supposed to have had their honeymoon, and where Belami pursued notorious counterfeiters--and Deirdre. New Epilogue added for eBook. Last of the Lord Belami quartet Regency Romance/Mystery by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest 1988
Words: 66546 - Reading Time: 190-266 min.
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Romantic Rebel [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Emma Nesbitt's father left everything to his heir, trying to force her into marrying the man. In frustration Emma penned a diatribe against men which got her an invitation from a publisher in Bath, where she decided to settle with her companion. Lord Paton, critic for the Quarterly Review, got the wrong idea about Emma's views ... Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest 1991
Words: 54287 - Reading Time: 155-217 min.
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Blossom Time [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Rosalind Lovelace had finally had poems accepted by a literary magazine, but she wasn't about to tell Lord Harwell, her neighbor and a notorious rake. Then her publisher, Lord Sylvester, paid a surprise visit to Apple Hill, and her secret came out. Practical woman that she was, could she talk herself into caring for a fop, when her heart was already spoken for? Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest 1997
Words: 47957 - Reading Time: 137-191 min.
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A Christmas Gambol [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Her neighbor Lord Montaigne had asked Cecily Caldwell to pose as the anonymous author of the popular Chaos Is Come Again, written, supposedly, by his aunt. Cecily agreed because she had a novel of her own to introduce to a London publisher, and she wanted to do research on London society (including Lord Montaigne and his sister) for her next novel. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest 1996
Words: 53097 - Reading Time: 151-212 min.
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Regency Masquerade [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Moira Trevithick and her brother have been bilked of their family fortune by Lionel March, so they masquerade at a country inn as the vulgar Lady Crieff and her stepson, with a plan to take the scoundrel for everything he owes them. But they're not the only ones interested in March, and they look very suspicious to one well-born gentleman. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest 1994
Words: 53064 - Reading Time: 151-212 min.
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Cousin Cecilia [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Matchmaking was a talent of Cecilia Cummings, and she was happy to assist her cousins to bring their suitors to the sticking point. But Lord Wickham had led the gentlemen astray, and she would have to charm him in order to win this battle. Unaccountably, thoughts of Wickham and her own unmarried state intruded on Cousin Cecilia's mind? Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest 1990
Words: 55694 - Reading Time: 159-222 min.
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Winter Wedding [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Clara Christopher had met Lord Allingcote several years previously at a houseparty, when he had chosen her as his flirt. But he'd disappeared from her life, and now reappeared escorting the outrageously beautiful Nel Muldoon to a wedding for his cousin. Though his lordship still had eyes for Clara, she had no intention of ignoring the troublesome Nel. Regency romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest 1990
Words: 54894 - Reading Time: 156-219 min.
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Minuet [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Minou (christened Lady Céleste by her British father) escaped the Terror in France to reach safety and send assistance for her mother and brother, who were in danger of facing the guillotine. Frustrated by the lack of progress, she determined to return to France with her cousin Henri--but they are followed by the upright Lord Degan, who quickly learned he possessed none of their panache. Georgian Romance by Joan Smith, writing as Jennie Gallant; originally published by Fawcett Coventry 1980
Words: 85986 - Reading Time: 245-343 min.
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Olivia [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith & Jennie Gallant
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Olivia Fenwick decided to become a governess after her father remarried--a very superior governess who charged a great deal for her services. While Lady Synge was eager to show off her superior employee, her younger brother, the arrogant Lord Philmot, objected to just about everything Olivia attempted to do with her two charges. Regency Romance by Jennie Gallant/Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Coventry 1981
Words: 66151 - Reading Time: 189-264 min.
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Aunt Sophie's Diamonds [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Claudia Milmont has lived most of her joyless life with her grandparents, though her mother enjoys the fringes of society in London. When Claudia's Aunt Sophie dies, a whole new world opens up for her. Cantankerous Sophie has instructed that her diamonds be buried with her--and Claudia is determined to help her cousin retrieve them. But the charming Sir Hillary Thoreau, a nonesuch, is co-executor of Sophie's will and he's keeping a sharp eye out for any mischief--and for Claudia, too, apparently... more info>> 1977
Words: 79224 - Reading Time: 226-316 min.
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Babe [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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Lady Barbara Manfred ("Babe" to Regency society) was known for her fast ways. Past time for some courageous relative to take her in hand. Lord Clivedon had some interesting ideas for her reclamation--staying with starchy Aunt Graham, the introduction of the sterling (and boring) Lord Ellingwood, instruction from the overbearing Lady Angela, fending off nutty Lord Romeo. But Clivedon couldn't help appreciating Babe's originality... Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Co... more info>> 1980
Words: 69837 - Reading Time: 199-279 min.
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The Blue Diamond [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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The Congress of Vienna provided international society one party after another. But Lord Moncrief had more diplomatic duties to do in restraining his cousin from purchasing the famed (and stolen) Blue Tavernier diamond. Would the mysterious but suspicious Frenchwoman, Cécile Feydeau, or the enchantingly lovely Austrian, Maria Kruger, win Moncrief's heart in this dangerous intrigue? Regency Mystery/Romance by Joan Smith 1981
Words: 77000 - Reading Time: 220-308 min.
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Perdita [MultiFormat]
by Joan Smith
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My Lord Stornaway has every reason to believe that Moira (alias Molly) Greenwood, and Perdita Brodie (alias April Spring) are lightskirts traveling with an acting troupe. In actuality Moira is Perdita's cousin and governess, and their trip to Aunt Agatha went alarmingly awry--thanks to Perdita's high spirits and their stolen travel funds. But the stubborn lord won't listen to their explanations.... Regency Romance by Joan Smith. 1981
Words: 62729 - Reading Time: 179-250 min.
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