Bøger af Christina McKnight

Lady Josephine Watkins never meant to shoot the Duke of Constantan. Driven by guilt and determined to see him well, she refuses to leave his side. She could not have guessed that the devilish duke would capture her heart. Devon Mowbray, Duke of Constantan, came to Favershame Abbey out of curiosity. He'd only planned to meet the earl known as the beast of Favershame, then be on his way. He never intended on the headstrong beauty sticking him with her arrow and stealing his heart in the process. Despite the magic burning between them, a dangerous secret leaves Devon no choice but to push Josie away. Unbeknownst to him, she's already unraveled the truth and become more determined than ever to have his heart. Is their love strong enough to withstand what threatens to keep them apart?

For years, Lady Chastity Neville has stood in the shadows of her dour older sister. But while bluestocking Prudence might be content to while away her hours alone with a book, Chastity secretly yearns to shed her wallflower ways. When she finds an old letter indicating her mother may have had a scandalous past, Chastity is drawn to the mystery of the woman she never knew. This Christmastide, she's determined to uncover the truth--and start a scandal of her own.Bastian Stanhope, the Earl of Mansfield, has lived his life in accordance to the wishes of others. Caring for his ailing mother is his main responsibility. But when he meets Lady Chastity, he's drawn to her compassion and adventurous spirit. For the first time, he's thinking of his own future. 'Tis the season for merry mischief, so to win Chastity's heart, he'll have to be a little bit wicked.With kisses underneath the mistletoe, Chastity's scandalous quest might just turn into the love of a lifetime...

THEIR MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE...For years, Lady Melloria Whitmore has believed her childhood best friend and secret love Brigham Clarke agreed to marry her out of a sense of duty. Knowing how important Brigham's work with Parliament is to him, she agrees to see him once a year, when he returns to his country estate for the holidays. This Christmas, Mellie vows to give Brigham the one thing he has always wanted: an heir. For one night, she'll share his bed, and she'll have that memory of passion to get her through the long winter nights without him. IS ABOUT TO BECOME A MARRIAGE OF LOVE.Except Brigham doesn't want just one night--he wants forever. He's loved Mellie all his life and making her his Viscountess Whitmore was his dream. He just never thought Mellie returned his feelings. So when Mellie begins her seduction under the Christmastide moon, Brigham receives the best gift of all: his wife's love.Publisher's Note: This novella was also published in HOT WINTER NIGHTS

A MAN TRYING TO ESCAPE FROM THE PAST...When Silas Anson inherits the earldom of Lichfield from a father he never knew, he has one goal: protect his siblings. To do so, he'll need to do two things: replenish the estate's depleted coffers, and gain the support of his powerful family--even though they betrayed his mother years ago. An arranged marriage with the daughter of the Marquess of Blandford will accomplish both of these objectives while giving him a chance at a normal, happy life.NEEDS A WOMAN WHO CAN SEE THE FUTURE.Except Lady Mallory Hughes isn't the normal debutante he expects. Along with a large dowry, she's inherited her family's gift for predicting the future. For years, her family has kept her hidden away from society, for fear she will bring the family shame. If she is ever to have a chance at an independent existence--and love--she must get through this week without alerting Silas about her visions. But when Mallory touches Silas, she sees his death. With Silas's life on the line, how can Mallory save him without revealing her gift, and risking their chance at a future together?Publisher's Note: This novella was also published in KISSED AT CHRISTMAS

Lady Sybil Anson thought she had it all. Even a match of the heart, despite so many London elite marrying for convenience. But the night before their betrothal was to become official, the love of her life vanished--with a hastily scrawled note and little more. She feared the worst as her heart ached for Gideon, and the scandal sheets simply made matters worse with their preposterous musings on the hows and whys of Viscount Galway's disappearance. Now, more than a year later, he's unexpectedly back, and Sybil will have her answers.Many, many years ago, Gideon Lyndon made a grave mistake. One he's spent most of his adult life trying to rectify. And despite the progress made, the sacrifices were extensive and damaging. On the verge of repairing one misdeed, he finds himself faced with his greatest challenge yet: winning back the woman he has loved since the moment he met her. But after a year of silence, convincing his headstrong paramour to take him back will not be easy. Especially since he can't even explain why he left--not if he wants to keep her safe.Publisher's Note: This novella was originally published in IT STARTED WITH A WHISPER

In Christina McKnight's emotional holiday novella, three women come to terms with their pasts and find their futures...A LADY SEEKING FORGIVENESS FOR HER PAST...Lady Viola Haversham is determined to put her past where it belongs--behind her. To do so, she sets out to host the grandest holiday celebration Foldger's Hall has ever seen; proving to everyone--including herself--that she has more to offer than the hardship and loss she has brought to her family. A WOMAN FORGING A NEW PATH IN LIFE...Mrs. Ruby Jakeston is tired of others taking care of her. She is ready to show everyone that she can look after more than just herself and her new husband; she also wants to set her overprotective friend at ease and bring her hellion sister to heel.A GIRL LOST AND IN SEARCH OF A PLACE TO BELONG...Lady Ellington is on the brink of losing the only home she's ever known. The last thing she wants is to attend a grand soirée. However, when her older sister demands her presence at a country Christmas party, she is compelled to attend. With only a stablehand as her companion, she arrives at a house teeming with unfamiliar faces--and nowhere to hide.A TRIO OF WOMEN HOLDING OUT HOPE FOR THREE DIFFERENT HOLIDAY MIRACLES...Christmas ever more.

A LADY CONCEALED FROM SOCIETY...Lady Ellington, the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy marquis, has spent her entire life hiding from London's high society--both as a result of her own desires and those forced upon her by her overbearing and abusive father. When the marquis passes away suddenly, Ellie feels as though a weight has been lifted and immediately assumes her role as mistress of Drake House. Though she is constantly looking over her shoulder, wondering when it will all be taken from her. And for good reason--no sooner has she shed her black mourning garb than a missive arrives, announcing an heir to the Marquisate. A person she has never heard of before, but one with enough power to change her fate entirely.A MAN UNCOVERING THE SECRETS OF HIS PAST...Taken in by his nursemaid in infancy and raised as an orphan, Alex has never had the benefits of a name or a bloodline. Yet he's content to work hard and earn his keep as a stable hand in one of London's finest homes, proving himself worthy of both his position and his friendship to the beautiful Lady Ellington. When Ellie asks for his help with a delicate matter, he's happy to oblige, but soon finds himself in the middle of more than he bargained for. His innocent meeting reveals secrets from the past that he never could have imagined, and he discovers that he's a duke by birth. But even with the possibility of a title and all that goes along with it, Alex is unsure whether he can tear down the walls Ellie has built to protect her heart.A LOVE CAN NEITHER CAN HIDE...While the two have a love that's undeniable, it may not be enough to bridge the gap and overcome the obstacles standing in their way. And now, with every secret revealed, there's even more at stake.Don't miss the highly anticipated final novel in Christina McKnight's A Lady Forsaken Series! Regency Romance at its best!

In a world of unwavering resolve...Lady Georgina Seton, a spirited force of nature, carries within her the echoes of heartache and an unyielding determination. Fueled by her past, she charts a course to seize control of her destiny, shattering conventions as she forges ahead. Her aspiration: to etch her name into history as England's most remarkable female archer, a shield against the constraints of marriage.Bound by ambitions...Felton Crauford, a man driven by a hunger for prosperity, is the overlooked scion of his lineage, determined to carve out a destiny illuminated by wealth. Yet, a treasure trove of minerals he unearths presents a formidable hurdle-a seam of potential fortune intersecting with a neighboring estate. Amid his mounting frustration, the spirited young woman next door becomes a vexing distraction and an irresistible allure he battles to ignore.In a collision of destinies, Felton and Georgina find themselves ensnared by an irresistible longing that imperils their aspirations. As desire blazes unbidden between them, they stand at the mercy of an overwhelming yearning. For Georgina, a pivotal decision looms: to unfasten the padlock guarding her heart, or to wager everything she's worked for.Journey through a tale where determination and desire intertwine, as two souls confront the ultimate gamble for love and autonomy.

A MAN WILLING TO SACRIFICE IT ALL...Andrew Penton, the Marquis of Drake, is a man used to getting all he desires, for nothing in return. But when a mysterious woman catches his eye, he's helpless to do anything but offer her all he is.A WOMAN DETERMINED TO TAKE EVERYTHING...Lady Lorelei de La Valette, daughter of the French Comte of Epernon, is new to London society and not the lady she appears to be. Her life has been controlled since birth, yet she'll have to decide if her destiny lies with her country or her heart.A LOVE LOST FOREVER.-----The third book in A Lady Forsaken does NOT have a happily ever after ending, but is an emotional story about the ultimate sacrifice made in the name of love.

A LADY FORGOTTEN BY ALL...Ruby St. Augustin has to find the truth of her past to know where her future lies. She only has a short time in London to uncover the identity of her real father and the secrets behind her birth. If anyone finds out what she is attempting, she will disgrace everyone she holds dear. What she doesn't expect is to draw the attention of a man who doesn't care about his reputation or her past.A MAN MESMERIZED BY ONE...Harold Jakeston is a man without wealth and title. Resigned to a life he detests as a lowly country vicar, Harold has the chance at a few weeks of freedom before he's trapped in a future he wants no part of. When he's drawn into Ruby's mysterious quest, he is enticed at the opportunity to forget the life that awaits him. What he never could have anticipated is falling in love with a woman who ignites his desire to create a new future for himself and for her.A LOVE NEITHER CAN ABANDON...

A Lady Shunned by All...Lady Viola Oberbrook only wanted to forget the ill-fated early morning duel that took the lives of two young, wealthy, promising men of the ton and sent her fleeing for her father's country estate. Eight years later, she has her life in order: a fulfilling business, a few trusted friends, and no plans to return to London society. What she doesn't expect is to come face to face with her past.A Lord Betrayed by One...Brock Spencer, Earl of Haversham, only wants vengeance. Recently returned from his military service to the King, his plans include repairing his family estate, finding a bride, and destroying the girl responsible for the untimely death of his twin brothers. What he doesn't anticipate is falling in love with the only woman who should never be part of his future.An Impossible Match, Destined to Be...