The Captain's Christmas Family
ISBN 0-373-82896-9
December 2011

A Battle of Wills During A Season of Blessings
Napoleon himself never gave Captain Gideon Radcliffe as much trouble as Miss Marian Murray. The fiercely protective governess won’t rest until she gains permission for the daughters of his late cousin to stay on at Gideon’s newly inherited estate. He agrees to let Cissy and Dolly remain at Knightley Park for Christmas. But by springtime they – and Marian – must go.

Marian is prepared to believe the captain a tyrant. The truth is far more complicated. Gideon is a kind yet solitary man who sees the navy as his only sanctuary. Can Marian’s unwavering faith, and the children’s Christmas cheer, convince him he’s found a safe harbor at last?

 

Much Ado About Nuptials in The Wedding Season
ISBN 0-373-82873-X
June 2011

Wedding Bells Will Ring!
Plagued with a jaded heart, Sebastian Stanhope, Viscount Benedict, won't let his half brother rush into marriage. He must convince the bride's stubborn—if charming—governess, Rebecca Beaton, to help sever the engagement. Only, Rebecca is determined to encourage the engaged pair…and show Sebastian the blessing of true love.

" Both stories in this sweet collection involve characters who never waver from their dreams of love and happiness. " ~ RT Book Review

Wanted: Mail-Order Mistress
ISBN 0-373-29637-1
April 2011

He Asked For A Mistress...
Betrayed by his first wife, Simon Grimshaw won't marry again. But sultry nights in Singapore can be lonely - nothing a beautiful English mistress wouldn't fix!

They Sent Him a Wife!
Believing herself a worldly woman, Bethan Conway answers an advert to become a wife, but is secretly searching for her missing brother. Her naivety hits her hard when she's robbed and stranded! Luckily her saviour is none other than her husband-to-be, but soon Bethan wonders if she's jumped straight from the frying pan...into the fire!

“ The last book of Hale's trilogy is just as thrilling and passionate as the others. ”
 ~ RT Book Review

Bought: The Penniless Lady
ISBN 0-373-29633-9
March 2011

Her New Husband May Be Handsome - But His Heart Is Black
Desperate to safeguard the future of her precious nephew, penniless Lady Artemis Dearing will do anything—even marry the man whose brother ruined her darling sister!

Hadrian Northmore's suffered enough heartbreak— he will not lose his brother's son, too. Calculating and deceitful as Lady Artemis may be, he will marry her if he must! But Hadrian isn't prepared for overwhelming desire, or his new wife's sweet disposition. There's been some mistake…his hard-built defenses are crumbling before his very eyes!

"Delicious! Readers will love the great characters, continuous action and passionate bonding." ~ RT Book Review

Married: The Virgin Widow
ISBN 0-373-29629-0
February 2011

Innocent on Her Wedding Night
Her hands bound by blackmail and duty, Laura Penrose was forced to marry her sweetheart’ ruthless cousin. Now a widow, her sweetheart has returned.

Ford Barrett, Lord Kingsfold, believes Laura betrayed him and has a debt to pay—she owes him a wedding… and a wedding night!

Laura sacrificed herself once out of duty—she won't be taken again for revenge. But this new, dark, dangerous Ford discards her pleas…. Can she tell him she never wronged him, before he discovers her more innocent secret?

"A captivating combination of subtly nuanced protagonists, a memorable cast of secondary characters, and a classic Regency plot refreshed with some intriguing new twists. " ~ Booklist

A Winter Night's Tale in Mistletoe Kisses
ISBN 0-373-29423-9
November 2006

A Love From Christmas Past
This year's festivities for Christabel and her young son will be sparse and cold – or so she thinks. When the man she'd once spurned returns, offering her warmth, comfort and a true family Christmas, she can't resist!

"A talented trio of authors brings together a triptych of heartwarming holiday stories perfect for the season. Though short stories, they are long on emotions and the true spirit of the season: redemption, forgiveness and love."   ~ Romantic Times

The Bride Ship
ISBN 0-373-29387-9
February 2006

A Ship Full Of Women Could Only Cause Trouble!
Of that Governor Sir Robert Kerr was certain, just by considering their chaperon! Though a widow, Mrs. Jocelyn Finch was young, vivacious and utterly determined to have her own way – especially with him!

Challenging the governor of Haliax, Nova Scotia to a duel was obviously a poor way to introduce herself. but when Sir Robert accused Jocelyn and her charges of something less ladylike than husband-hunting, what else could she do? Besides, someone had to show this straitlaced, yet gloriously compelling figure of a man that there was more to life than doing one's duty!

"The Bride Ship is a story written with eloquence and grace, a must read for all those in search of a truly heart warming experience."  ~ Halifax Chronicle-Herald

The Destined Queen
ISBN 0-373-80243-9
August 2005

Can the Queen who has once done the impossible ever be free?
After awakening the "Waiting King" Maura Woodbury thinks her duty to her country is completed. But Maura's task has only just begun. Rath, once a notorious outlaw has no magic, and thus no power to expel the cruel invaders from their kingdom. Yet the people expect a miracle and Maura is their only hope...

"A true treasured tale to enliven those romantics and adventure seekers alike"
~ Anne Barringer, Fresh Fiction

Highland Rogue
ISBN 0-373-29324-0
October 2004

Ewan Geddes Had Once Set Claire Girlish Heart Racing
But that was back when he was a servant and she the laird's awkward daughter. Now he'd returned, an upstart fortune hunter bent on her sister, and Claire Talbot swore to stop any heartbreak before it started – even if that meant tempting away a man who'd grown decidedly more appealing.

Claire Talbot had to be the most exasperating woman in England or Scotland, Ewan decided. And she stood between him and the bride he wanted! Or did she? For her grace and fire made him yearn that every day be an adventure...and every night a dream come true!

“Victorian romance fans will value this fine tale starring two protagonists who have no reasons to trust the other.” ~ TheBestReviews.com

The Last Champion
ISBN 0-373-29303-8
May 2004

The Lady of Harwood Was Ruthless
Ruthlessly practical, most certainly, for Dominie DeMontford swore she'd bed the devil himself to safeguard her people. Now all she held dear stood endangered, and the one man who could rescue them was the one man she despised -- Armand Flambard, first to hold her heart...and first to break it!

The warrior in Armand Flambard had died on the battlefield -- felled by a terrible secret born of civil war. Should Lady Dominie glean even a hint of the truth, she would surely loathe him as much as she had once loved him. But mayhap this new call to arms was a battle cry to rouse their long-slumbering desire...!

“I highly recommend The Last Champion because it's fresh, entertaining and will keep you grinning from ear to ear…”  ~ RomanceJunkies.com

The Wizard's Ward
ISBN 0-373-80205-6
April 2004

Years before, the peaceful world of Umbria was torn apart by ruthless invaders...
That is the only life Maura has known until her wizard guardian announces she is to be queen. But first she must find and waken the legendary "Waiting King" in order to overthrow the enemy occupation. For centuries men have searched in vain for the fabled warrior. What chance has one young witch and her outlaw ally — especially since they have only until midsummer's moon?

"Gentle magic, serious sorcery, violent action and lively adventure grace the pages of this engrossing romantic fantasy..."  ~ Library Journal

Beauty and the Baron
ISBN 0-373-29255-4
June 2003

Could She Defeat His Darkness And Bring Him Back To Life?
Handsome rakehell turned scarred recluse Lord Lucius Daventry had returned from battle intent on forgetting the past. Yet once home, Lucius was presented with one final mission: marry Angela Lacewood to grant his ailing grandfather's dying wish. Or at least pretend to marry. But the young beauty he remembered was now an exquisite woman. A woman strong enough to breach the walls he hid behind and steal his heart.

"I plan on rereading this one for many years to come, for it is an emotional roller coaster worthy of the highest rating ever bestowed upon any book."  ~ MyShelf.com

Lady Lyte's Little Secret
ISBN 0-373-29239-2
January 2003

Felicity Lyte Was In A Quandry
How could she tell her cherished paramour of his impending fatherhood? Hawthorn Greenwood, despite his straitened circumstances, would surely make a responsible, honorable offer of marriage - which Felicity could never accept. For she would only wed him in truebound love - or not at all!

Thorn Greenwood had thought to but share an idyllic Season with Lady Lyte - and instead found his soul's partner. But Felicity had abruptly ended their liaison. did she think him a fortune hunter? A rank falsehood that, for the only wealth he sought was the bounty of her love!

“This lovely, engaging romance has just the right mix of lightness and poignancy.” ~ Romantic Times

Border Bride
ISBN 0-373-29219-8
August 2002

For Thirteen Years He'd Been A Wanderer...
Now Con ap Ifan had returned, a tested warrior and a talented bard. But Enid of Glyneira remained unimpressed. No stolen kisses or honeyed promises that faded with the dawn could tempt her to abandon hearth, home and betrothed - not even for the father of her cherished firstborn son!

Con wanted Enid more than words could tell. But could he dally with her, now a widow with children, forever? For though she'd always been his heart's melody, his soul's rythymn, he knew the siren song of the wider world might break their passion's bond!

"Excellent characterization and a nicely detailed Welsh setting give this medieval an intriguing flavor readers will find hard to resist.”   ~ Booklist

Cupid Goes to Gretna in The Love Match
ISBN 0-373-29199-X
March 2002

A Race to Gretna Green
Irrepressible Ivy Greenwood is desperate to reunite her lovesick brother with his divine mistress, yet in order to do so she must first convince bookish scientist Oliver Armitage to be her accomplice - in a daring elopement!

"A fun trip will be had by all as the journey gets closer to Gretna Green and Deborah Hale delights and amuses fans with her light, sweet tale."  ~ Library Journal

Carpetbagger's Wife
ISBN 0-373-29195-7
February 2002

Who Was This Yankee Interloper?
What did she really know of this stranger who'd rescued her home and thawed her ice-hard heart? Caddie Marsh was a proud Confederate, a widow for the Cause...or was she? For Manning Forbes bore a disturbing, dangerous, desireable resemblance to the husband she'd mourned as slain!

"Another masterpiece penned by the historical mistress of romance.”   
~ The Old Book Barn Gazette

Whitefeather's Woman
ISBN 0-373-29181-7
October 2001

Only The Strong Could Thrive In Big Sky County
Jane Harris, on the run from an embattled life back East, hoped merely to survive. Still, everything in this breathtaking territory was so overwhelming - including John Whitefeather, a blue-eyed Cheyenne leader who'd stirred the embers of her slumbering womanhood, awakening her to desire's dawn...!

Whitefeather knew what it meant to be an outsider. Could that be why he was so drawn to Jane Harris? he wondered. Yet this shy violet was blossoming into a passionflower with roots deepin the Montana soil, and deeper still in his lonely heart...!

"How the city girl and the half-Cheyenne Montana man learn to trust each other and their own feelings makes for an engaging and well-written tale.” ~ Calico Trails

The Wedding Wager
ISBN 0-373-29163-9
June 2001

School For Love...Or School For Scandal?
What had she agreed to? Leonora Freemantle had wagered high stakes that book learning, not birthright produced a gentleman, but now with the roguish Sergeant Morse Archer under her tutelage, she was no longer sure of the outcome. Would it be polish, passion...or public outrage?

If Leonora Freemantle couldn't spruce him up enough to pass muster with the Society swells at Bath, she'd be hastily married off. But not if he could help it, Rifelman Morse Archer vowed, for this beautiful bluestocking with her highbrow ideals and innocent charm was effortlessly teaching him the true language of love...!

"...this delightful, well-paced historical will leave readers smiling and satisfied." ~ Library Journal

The Elusive Bride
ISBN 0-373-29139-6
December 2000

Marriage Meant Safety
To protect her home and people, Cecily Tyrell would marry the devil himself! And if rumor held any truth, she would mayhap do so! A royal command bound her to wed Lord Rowan DeCourtenay, a knight of some renown...but a widower of shadowed repute. Still, he was the warrior she needed - but was he the man she wanted?

Headstrong, valiant and dangerous she was, for Cecily Tyrell alone made Rowan DeCourtenay yearn to dismiss the guard around the citadel of his heart. Though would their love, born in disguise and adventure, survive when all his soul's dark secrets were finally exposed?

“This well plotted medieval tale pulled me right in and took me on an eventful ride with an enjoyable conclusion.” ~ Elizabeth Benway

The Bonny Bride
ISBN 0-373-29103-5
March 2000

Jenny Lennox Didn't Believe In Love
Not the lasting kind, anyway. Life was too hard for romance to survive for long. Marriage for money was best, she was sure - or had been until she met Harris Chisholm, earnest and penniless yet willing to gamble on life, love - and her!

Harris Chisholm was a man of his word. He had promised to deliver Janny Lennox into the arms of her intended. But could he willingly surrender the woman who'd made him more than himself, the woman who'd become his heart's true friend and partner? "Never!" his soul whispered. "Never...!"

"Deborah Hale has penned another winner, as she's once again pinned down the meaning of true love. This one is for the keep shelf to be read again and again." ~ The Old Book Barn Gazette

A Gentleman of Substance
ISBN 0-373-29088-8
December 1999

A Secret Child - A Secret Love
When Lucy Rushton's lover was killed in battle, she wed his brother, formidable viscount Drake Strickland, to protect her unborn child. The marriage tore her heart, yet after their vows were sealed, Lucy saw another side of her stern husband - a compassionate gentleman of substance who lured her in ways Jeremy never had!

Duty-bound to care for lovely Lucy, Drake never expected sharing his home would warm his cold, bare life. And when her eyes flashed with provocative beauty, sending an irresistable invitation, he longed to believe his wife's heart was wholly his.

"This exceptional Regency-era romance includes all the best aspects of that genre...Deborah Hale has outdone herself to the complete advantage of the reader." ~ Romantic Times

My Lord Protector
ISBN 0-373-29052-7
March 1999

Torn Between Duty...And Desire
Edmund Fitzhugh was willing to thrust his head back into the matrimonial noose to protect Julianna from her wicked stepbrother. But the maiden was betrothed to his nephew, gone at sea. So their forbidden union was secretly a marriage in name only. Yet, sharing his home with the much younger beauty fueled a passion he'd thought long buried....

Julianna Ramsey was at sixes and sevens! Who would have thought that Edmund's gentle care could ignite in her a woman's ardor that far eclipsed her girlish fancy for his absent nephew? And what of the day when her fiancé returned? Would she then have the courage to choose love over duty?

"Invite yourself to this sweet, sensitive, moving and utterly wonderful tale of love from the heart." ~ Affaire de Coeur

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