Temporary Mistress

The Tattler - April 1802 It wouldn't surprise you, gentle readers, to learn that Dermott Ramsay, the earl of Bathurst and favorite of all ladies, married or otherwise, has a new paramour. What may surprise you is her name. For she is none other than Isabella Leslie! The same beauty of the sizable inheritance who prefers not the ton but books, maps, and the family shipping business. You may wonder how a picture of innocence ended up in the arms of a libertine. Truth to tell, Isabella had to flee from her scheming relatives in the rain-soaked night and seek refuge in London's most infamous brothel. There, with the help of the madam, she devised an unorthodox plan to escape a dreaded marriage bed. She would simply have to become unmarriageable--even if it meant public ruin. And who better to utterly ruin her in a mere week than a handsome rake famous for seductive skills? But gossip has it that Dermott may be developing a tendre for his temporary mistress. It makes for the most delicious speculation, does it not? For if it indeed is the case, what will happen when their week of pleasure is over? We urge you, dear readers, to do as we do--follow the affair closely, and with every hope that it will turn into this Season's most delicious scandal.

Violet, a hardworking art teacher, is dumbfounded after her older sister confesses to stealing confidential data from her workplace. Terrified, she visits the office, asking the CEO, Damien, if there is any way that he could forgive her sister's mistake. He leaves her with one solution: "You must become my fianc?e." He says that this is the only way to ease his dying mother's worries. Confused by his cold nature, but taken by surprise by his hidden gentleness, will Violet agree to his terms...?

Sneaking off to attend a scandalous weekly masquerade sounded like a brilliant idea. Unfortunately, disguised as Lady Peacock, Lady Dorothea “Dory” Tillsbury has done one of the worst things imaginable for a proper young lady. She’s falling in love with the masquerade’s host, a gentleman who doesn’t even know her name and, worse, is completely unsuitable. He is also so far above her touch that there is no chance he will ever notice her. The so-called “Lord Raven of Dionysus,” Lord Jeremy Dunn has known Lady Dory’s identity from the moment she walked into his club dressed like a harlot. He’s also been completely enchanted by her and wants nothing more than to coax her into his bed, no matter how bad of an idea that might be. One night, Jeremy makes Dory an offer she can’t refuse – become his temporary mistress before she is forced to settle down into a loveless marriage with a man who ignores her. Will Dory make the proper decision or will she follow her heart straight into Jeremy’s bed? More importantly, can these two star-crossed lovers be together outside the mysterious midnight world of the masquerade or is their affair doomed to end in the harsh light of day?

Marla Kensington is a young, attractive comedian with the ability to make people laugh. It's her gift— her talent. But, what does she do when she meets a man who refuses to smile? A man who cannot even see the simple humor in a funny joke. Beau Brenton is a recent widower who has very little reason to laugh. His wife died unexpectedly and now he is raising their infant son. Every morning is a struggle for the strikingly handsome father. And, every day brings him closer to the reality that he is all alone. How is he suppose to cope without a wife? What does he know about taking care of a baby? And, when will the pain go away? Beau Brenton is lost and confused. His heart has been broken and his mind is numbed until he encounters a bold, beautiful woman telling jokes on a street corner.

Darcy inherited a childcare business from her grandmother, but she was tricked by the man she fell in love with and he stole everything she had… Now she’s on the verge of bankruptcy. So when she gets a phone call that a man named Colin needs a nanny and is willing to pay an exorbitant salary, she can’t turn him down. With the money he will pay, she could restore the fortunes of her day care! So she goes to Colin’s house to accept his offer as a live-in nanny for six months. She’s surprised to find that he’s so handsome. Imagine how surprised she’ll be when learns he’s a Mediterranean prince!

Mistress for a Weekend by Susan Napier Tall, dark tycoon Blake normally prefers sophisticated blondes that dont require too much of his brainpower. But feisty Noras a challenge, especially when she acquires information that he cant risk being leaked. Could he keep her in his bed for one wicked weekend? Mistress on Demand by Maggie Cox After a reckless, hot encounter with property developer Dominic, teacher Sophie tries to slip back to her quiet life. But Dominic insists that she become part of his glamorous, glittering existence. Will she become his mistress on demand? Public Wife, Private Mistress by Sarah Morgan In public: Rico demands that Stasia be the perfect wife loyal, doting, and faithful! In private: she will be a slave to his passionate demands. However, Rico hasnt bargained on becoming infatuated with Stasia

Blackmailed by the billionaire! Damian Carver is determined to prosecute the woman who stole from his company, and nothing the culprit's sister, Violet Drew, says or does will change his mind. But Violet's determination—not to mention the tempting curves beneath her shapeless coat—intrigue him enough to allow her to earn her sister's freedom…. Damian needs a temporary mistress, and once that mouthwatering body is poured into designer outfits and heels, Violet will fit the bill perfectly! Only, the coldhearted CEO isn't prepared for sweet-natured Violet to turn the tables on his sensuous brand of blackmail….