Bøger af Jess Michaels

Promessa in sposa all'erede del Ducato di Hartholm dalla più tenera età, Serafina McPhee per anni ha cercato una via di scampo. Ed ecco che lui muore improvvisamente. Altro che lacrime, è finalmente libera. Ma il sogno ha vita breve. Raphael Flynn, cugino del defunto e prossimo in linea di successione, è costretto ad accollarsi il fidanzamento. Con la fama di libertino che lo precede, neanche Serafina smania all'idea di fraternizzare, per quanto il successore sia bello come il sole. Gli propone un accordo. Lo sposerà, gli darà un erede e un sostituto al titolo e, una volta assolti i propri doveri, sarà libera di andare. L'avvenenza e le reticenze di lei lo intrigano. Di norma, le donne gli cadono ai piedi. Non fuggono a gambe levate. Non potendo sottrarsi al matrimonio, Rafe accetta di stare ai patti. Quando però la prima notte di nozze apprende degli abusi che ha dovuto subire per mano del predecessore, si scopre a voler sconfinare. E introdurla al desiderio. Pericolose emozioni covano sotto la passione che li ha travolti. Con buona pace di qualsiasi accordo.

The second book in the next historical romance series coming soon from USA Today Bestselling Romance Author Jess Michaels Miss Celia Fitzgilbert

Annabelle Flynn is the sister of London's two biggest libertines, and her reaction has been to become the picture of purity. But the sensual nature of her family has not been lost on her and she is troubled by urges she dare not follow. She ignores the demands of her body and instead throws herself into two different activities. One is pursuing a proper marriage in Society and the other is trying to save her broken brother by following him into the shocking Donville Masquerade, part of a hell run by the mysterious Marcus Rivers. By day, Annabelle pursues ladylike endeavors and seeks a staid husband to combat the wild reputations of her brothers. By night, she inserts herself into Marcus's business... and eventually she finds herself seduced into his bed. But can a not-quite-proper lady and an entirely unsuitable cad find anything in common outside of the bedroom? And will Annabelle be willing to trade passion for cold, calculated 'perfection'?

* * * A hot historical romance from USA Today Bestselling Romance Author Jess Michaels * * * When Claire found out a devastating secret about her family, the famous Woodley clan, she ran straight into the arms of a criminal and disappeared for years. But now she's desperate to escape his clutches and get back what he's stolen from her: her child. She turns to longtime family horse master Warrick Blackwood, knowing his secrets can get her close to her target. War doesn't want to return to the dangerous life he left behind, even to help Claire, but he has no choice. Not only does she know the truth about his past, but he's never been able to resist her. Her frantic attempt to save her daughter will bring them close, revealing both War's dominant nature and his heart, but it may also destroy any hope at the future both secretly long for. Length: Full-length novel Sensuality level: Hot and steamy This book can be read as a stand-alone novel, but is part of a series (The Wicked Woodleys).

The second in a hot new series from 10 time USA Today Bestselling Author Jess MichaelsAfter her loveless marriage comes to an end with the death of her husband, the Duchess of Sedgewick is now heading on a desperate journey to beg the new duke for financial assistance. But when a storm strands Anna with her loyal driver, Oliver and a reclusive painter, Ezra, passions that have long been repressed will come to the surface.Oliver has been in love with Anna for years, but aside from one anonymous encounter in the darkened hallway of a hell, he's not been able to be close to her. So when Ezra offers to pay them to pose for an erotic portrait, he sees an opportunity not only to protect her future, but to experience the passion with her that he's always secretly longed for.Ezra has been unable to paint for anything but commission since a terrible personal loss, but Oliver and Anna's intense connection gives him inspiration...and desire for both of them that is undeniable. Passion leads to emotion and if they can find a way to overcome past hurts and expectations, perhaps they can build a future on their own terms.Heat Level: My fingertips are still singed from writing it!

A sensual new series by 10 time USA Today bestselling author Jess MichaelsAfter nearly a decade of marriage, the Marquess and Marchioness of Egerton are going strong. A power couple with an intense physical connection. Only Elliot knows a secret about his wife. He knows that Merritt was torn away from her first love, Peter Reid when they were very young, hurtling her into their arranged marriage instead. So as her birthday approaches and they head to a secluded retreat for a week of pleasure, he has a very special gift in mind.Merritt cannot believe it when Peter Reid arrives at the cottage her husband has let. Believes it less when Elliot suggests that for this week she could have every fantasy she ever imagined...with both men. It's a suggestion impossible to refuse and she surrenders to pleasure more powerful than anything she's ever experienced.Peter is not the same man he was when he lost Merritt. Now a celebrated playwright, his patron none other than the Marquess, himself, he has more confidence in himself and what he wants. He wants Merritt. And he wants Elliot.The question remains if the three can take a week of intense passion and allow it to become a lifetime of love.Heat Level: Proceed with Caution

Adelaide Longford is London's most overlooked bluestocking wallflower and that is fine by her. Being ignored gives her the perfect opportunity to sneak out and secretly take on the persona of the most celebrated actress of the day, Lydia Ford. The thrill of walking the boards and hearing the applause of those who watch her is the most exciting experience of her life. Until Graham Everly, Duke of Northfield comes into her life. He is broken after the humiliating loss of his longtime fiancé to his supposed best friend and they enter into a lusty affair which sets her body on fire. Graham has no idea why he's so attracted to both the bespectacled, prickly Adelaide and the passionate Lydia, but soon he is caught in a dance with them both and torn between which future he wants to pursue. When Graham finds out Adelaide's secret identity will he be able to accept both parts of her? And will he be able to save her from a lurking danger that neither of them could have ever foreseen?

Das siebte mit Spannung erwartete Buch aus der Serie ¿Der 1797 Club" der USA Today-Bestsellerautorin Jess Michaels¿Matthew Cornwallis, Duke of Tyndale, liebte einst eine Frau, die jedoch bei einem tragischen Unfall ums Leben kam, für den er sich verantwortlich fühlt. Seitdem gibt er vor, nicht innerlich gebrochen zu sein, gilt er doch als Londons begehrtester Junggeselle. Er beschließt, seine Sorgen auf dem berüchtigten Maskenball von Donville, Donville Masquerade genannt, zu ertränken, wo er einer verführerischen Fremden begegnet, mit der er die Nacht verbringt.Mrs. Isabel Hayes war einst mit einem Mann verheiratet, der keine Leidenschaft in ihr entfachen konnte. Seitdem ist sie neugierig. Sie hegt nicht die Absicht, sich beim Donville Masquerade einen Liebhaber zu nehmen. Nein, sie möchte lediglich das bunte Treiben dort beobachten, so wie sie es schon seit Wochen tut. Doch als dieser maskierte Fremde sie umgarnt, wird sie mitgerissen.Schon bald erkennt Isabel ihren Liebhaber jedoch als das, was er wirklich ist, und wird sich einer schrecklichen Wahrheit bewusst. Sie ist die Cousine der Frau, die er einst liebte und verlor, und ihre Familie gibt ihm die Schuld an dem, was passiert ist. Angetrieben von der Leidenschaft, die sie miteinander teilen, aber auch abgestoßen von den Geschichten, die sie über ihn gehört hat, setzt Isabel die Affäre fort und versucht, die Wahrheit herauszufinden. Doch wenn Matthew ihre wahre Identität herausfindet, wird er sie dann aufgrund der Beziehung lieben, die sie gemeinsam aufgebaut haben, oder nur, weil sie ihn an das erinnert, was er verloren hat? Und wird er überhaupt die sich anbahnenden Schwierigkeiten überleben, um sein Leben mit ihr verbringen zu können?Hitzestufe: Ungezügelte Leidenschaft - jede Menge davon

Der f├╝nfte spannende Liebesroman aus der Reihe ΓÇ₧Der 1797 Club" von USA Today Bestseller-Autorin Jess MichaelsBaldwin Undercross, der Duke of Sheffield, hat ein Geheimnis, das er vor beinahe jedem bewahrt, den er kennt und liebt. Er ist mittellos - dank der Gl├╝cksspielsucht seines verstorbenen Vaters und seiner eigenen schlechten Entscheidungen. Baldwin hat nur noch eine M├╢glichkeit: Reich zu heiraten, und dies m├╢glichst bald. Eine Gelegenheit dazu bietet sich, als eine reiche Amerikanerin in die feine Gesellschaft eingef├╝hrt wird, die auf einen Titel im Tausch gegen eine betr├ñchtliche Mitgift aus ist.Helena Monroe belgeitet ihre Cousine, und sie ist ungl├╝cklich. Doch als sie Baldwin auf einer Terrasse begegnet, beginnt sie, ihre Zeit in England mit anderen Augen zu sehen. Sie merkt jedoch schnell, dass er sie f├╝r ihre Cousine h├ñlt, und ab diesem Zeitpunkt ├╝berschlagen sich die Ereignisse.Baldwin ist jetzt hin- und hergerissen zwischen einer Zukunft, die sein Familienerbe retten wird, und einer Zukunft mit einer Frau, zu der er sich immer mehr hingezogen f├╝hlt. Wird er sich f├╝r Sicherheit oder Leidenschaft, Verpflichtung oder Liebe entscheiden?Hitzestufe: Tragen Sie Handschuhe beim Lesen.Dieses Buch ist das f├╝nfte aus der Reihe ΓÇ₧Der 1797 Club", kann aber als eigenst├ñndiger Roman gelesen werden.

L''ottavo libro della fortunata serie Il Club del 1797 di Jess Michaels, autrice bestseller diUSA Today.∩╗┐Hugh Margolis, Duca di Brighthollow, da mesi tiene nascosto un segreto che lo divora dentro. La sua amata sorella ├¿ stata sedotta e quasi rovinata da un uomo malvagio. A causa del trauma la giovane ha preferito restare in esilio in campagna e, per proteggere la sua reputazione, Hugh non ha mai fatto nulla nei confronti del farabutto che le ha spezzato il cuore. Ma ora il "gentiluomo" ├¿ tornato in societ├á e recentemente si ├¿ fidanzato con un''altra donna.La signorina Amelia Quinton ├¿ al settimo cielo. Dopo un corteggiamento lampo, si ├¿ appena fidanzata e ora non vede l''ora di sposarsi per amore. Solo che tutti i suoi piani subiscono una brusca frenata quando suo padre le annuncia che dovr├á sposare invece il Duca di Brighthollow, perch├⌐ ├¿ venuto in possesso dei debiti di suo padre.Amelia ├¿ inorridita, perch├⌐ Hugh non ├¿ affatto il ragazzo dolce e gentile che voleva sposare. Solo dopo aver pronunciato i loro voti, la passione divampa e lei comincia a conoscerlo meglio. A poco a poco, i muri di entrambi cadono e i sentimenti crescono. Finch├⌐ lei non scopre che lui ha mentito. Hugh le dir├á mai la verit├á, e avr├á ancora importanza alla fine?Grado di sensualit├á: non per i deboli di cuore!

Das zweite Buch der mit Spannung erwarteten 1797 Club-Reihe der 10-fachen USA Today Bestsellerautorin Jess Michaels.Simon Greene, der Duke of Crestwood ist seit Jahren besessen von Margaret Rylon. Es gibt nur ein Problem, das zwischen ihnen steht: ihr Verlobter, der zugleich Simons bester Freund ist. Simon möchte nicht alles in seinem Leben zu zerstören, indem er seinem Verlangen nachgibt, aber als Meg und er während eines Sturms über Nacht allein zusammen in einer Hütte gefangen sind, bricht der daraus resultierende Skandal nicht nur Megs bestehende Verlobung, sondern zwingt Simon, ihr stattdessen ein Angebot zu machen.Margaret bedauert es zutiefst, sowohl ihre Familie als auch ihren Verlobten verletzt zu haben, aber alles, was sie jemals wollte, war Simon. Ihre Entschlossenheit, ein glückliches Leben mit ihm zu führen, wird noch dadurch verstärkt, dass die beiden sich Leidenschaften hingeben, die lange unter der Oberfläche geschwelt haben. Aber auch wenn Simon ihr seinen Körper gibt, so hält er sein Herz aus Schuldgefühlen und Angst vor dem, was eine Verbindung zu ihr enthüllen könnte, zurück.Und wenn er nicht bald lernt, für sie zu kämpfen, könnten beide ihre Chance auf ein glückliches Leben verlieren.Hitzestufe: Definitiv vorhanden. Sehr hoch.Dieses Buch ist das zweite in der Reihe „Der 1797 Club", kann aber als eigenständiger Roman gelesen werden.

A 12 Days of Christmas Historical from 10 time USA Today Bestseller Jess MichaelsJohn Cavendish has carried a secret for most of his adult life: he has been in love with the wife of his best friend, Lady Emily Rutledge, since the first time he laid eyes on her. Years have passed, she''s been widowed and they have become the closest of friends, but that deep feeling has remained. However now the holidays have arrived and she has invited him to a country party with a Twelve Days of Christmas theme. A party where she intends to matchmake all her guests.Emily has leaned on Cavendish during the lonely years since her husband''s death and she will lean on him once more at her party. Only nothing is going to plan. The couples don''t like each other, the birds are going wild and who knew drummers drumming would get so repetitive and LOUD? Plus, there is the fact that she and Cav are getting closer by the moment, igniting a desire in her that she never saw coming.Will twelve days of revelry and seduction be enough to lure these two toward a future that could change their lives? Or will fear and angry geese keep love from blooming?Heat Level: Should be the 12 Days of Steamy, Am I Right?