Bøger af Lisa Kleypas

After spending three London seasons searching for a husband, Daisy Bowman's father has told her in no uncertain terms that she must find a husband. Now. And if Daisy can't snare an appropriate suitor, she will marry the man he chooses - the ruthless and aloof Matthew Swift. Daisy is horrified. A Bowman never admits defeat, and she decides to do whatever it takes to marry someone . . . anyone . . . other than Matthew. But she doesn't count on Matthew's unexpected charm . . . or the blazing sensuality that soon flares beyond both their control. And Daisy discovers that the man she has always hated just might turn out to be the man of her dreams. But right at the moment of sweet surrender, a scandalous secret is uncovered . . . one that could destroy both Matthew and a love more passionate and irresistible than Daisy's wildest fantasies.

Unge lady Aline har altid vidst, at hun skulle ægte en mand med adeligt blod i årene. Men fra det øjeblik hun møder staldknægten John McKenna, indser hun, at hun aldrig vil kunne elske andre. Et upassende ægteskab er i familiens øjne det værste, der kan ske, så de truer Aline med mere end blot at sende McKenna bort, hvis ikke hun afslutter forholdet …Da McKenna vender tilbage til England, er han blevet en magtfuld mand. Han er fast besluttet på at få hævn over kvinden, der knuste hans hjerte for 12 år siden. Men hans verden bliver vendt på hovedet, da de genforenes, og gamle følelser blusser op på ny …Fortidens magi trækker tråde til karaktererne i Lisa Kleypas’ populære Wallflowers-serie, men udspiller sig tidsmæssigt inden den første bog.

Det skulle bare have været for en enkelt nat …Da den selvstændige og ugifte forfatterinde Amanda Briars fylder 30, giver hun sig selv en helt særlig fødselsdagsgave: en nat med en mand.Så da en høj, flot mand dukker op på det aftalte tidspunkt, forventer hun derfor en lidenskabelig nat med en fremmed, hun aldrig skal se igen.Hvad hun ikke ved er, at manden er Jack Devlin, en fremadstormende forlægger, der har opsøgt hende for at tale om hendes bøger. Han gennemskuer misforståelsen, men kan ikke modstå chancen for at give Amanda en smagsprøve på det, hun drømmer om. Bare for én nat.Da Amanda møder ham igen og opdager, at han er den forlægger, som har købt hendes manuskript, bliver hun rasende. Jack vil udgive det for enhver pris, men langsomt går det op for ham, at det ikke længere kun er forretningsmanden i ham, der vil have hende. Han har tabt sit hjerte til Amanda og må nu overbevise hende om, at hun ikke er nødt til at vælge mellem sin frihed og kærligheden.Min i nat er en underholdende kærlighedshistorie, der udspiller sig i 1800-tallets London, om to viljestærke mennesker, der forelsker sig.

London, 1848 - for the last two years, following an attack of scarlet fever, Winifred Hathaway has been an invalid. She's been told she can do nothing but succumb to her illness, but her bright and optimistic nature means she will not accept such a fate. She has too much to live for, namely the handsome Merripen.A part of the Hathaway family since they took him under their wing, after he was wounded and left for dead, the gypsy-bred Merripen will do anything to protect Win - even hide his true feelings and break her heart. However, nothing can stand in the way of true love...

Amelia Hathaway is the oldest of four sisters and has only one brother to drive her mad. They live a genteel but impoverished life until they come into an unexpected inheritance. Amelia tries her best to rein in her colourful and unmanageable siblings to match society's expectations. Until the mysterious, extremely wealthy half-gypsy Cam Rohan appears.The irresistible attraction between Amelia and Cam poses a huge problem for both of them. However, as Amelia deals with a multitude of problems, including trying to save her alcoholic brother Leo from ruin, she finds herself turning to Cam Rohan, whose friendship turns into a passion that neither of them can deny...

Jack Travis is a macho Houston businessman - rich, tough and always in control. So when a beautiful young woman approaches his office carrying a baby that she claims is his, he's shaken more than he would ever let on. Stunned, Jack listens to Ella Varner as she explains that her sister recently gave birth and then abandoned her baby boy - and that enquiries have brought Ella to Jack's door. He virtually has a seizure when she asks him to do a paternity test. But ultimately, will a paternity test set things right? If Jack is the father, will he be the one to care for the baby? Would Ella be prepared to let him go? And if not? Ella can't bear to think of an answer...

Engaged to the very sensible Michael Bayning, Poppy Hathaway is content with her lot - having longed for a life of normality. That is, until she meets a mysterious hotel owner, Harry Rutledge - the most complicated and dangerous man she has ever met. Harry is wealthy and powerful, a collector of secrets, with hobbies more dangerous than Poppy could imagine. What Harry wants, Harry gets - and Harry wants Poppy, like he has never wanted a woman in his life. So when Michael breaks off their engagement and Harry makes his move, Poppy quickly learns that her life is destined to be anything but normal - filled with wild, passionate days and steamy nights . . .

Unge lady Aline har altid vidst, at hun skulle ægte en mand med adeligt blod i årene. Men fra det øjeblik hun møder staldknægten John McKenna, indser hun, at hun aldrig vil kunne elske andre. Et upassende ægteskab er i familiens øjne det værste, der kan ske, så de truer Aline med mere end blot at sende McKenna bort, hvis ikke hun afslutter forholdet …Da McKenna vender tilbage til England, er han blevet en magtfuld mand. Han er fast besluttet på at få hævn over kvinden, der knuste hans hjerte for 12 år siden. Men hans verden bliver vendt på hovedet, da de genforenes, og gamle følelser blusser op på ny …"Fortidens magi" trækker tråde til karaktererne i Lisa Kleypas’ populære Wallflowers-serie, men udspiller sig tidsmæssigt inden den første bog.

Lisa Kleypas is back with a stunning new historical romance!Readers have long waited for the return of New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas to historical romance?and now she's back with her most breathtaking yet.A twist of fate . . .Devon Ravenel, London's most wickedly charming rake, has just inherited an earldom. But his powerful new rank in society comes with unwanted responsibilities . . . and more than a few surprises. His estate is saddled with debt, and the late earl's three innocent sisters are still occupying the house . . . along with Kathleen, Lady Trenear, a beautiful young widow whose sharp wit and determination are a match for Devon's own.A clash of wills . . .Kathleen knows better than to trust a ruthless scoundrel like Devon. But the fiery attraction between them is impossible to deny?and from the first moment Devon holds her in his arms, he vows to do whatever it takes to possess her. As Kathleen finds herself yielding to his skillfully erotic seduction, only one question remains:Can she keep from surrendering her heart to the most dangerous man she's ever known?

Quirky and fun-loving American heiress Daisy Bowman is the last unmarried Wallflower. Her exasperated father has informed her that if she can't find a husband by the end of her third London season, she will be forced to marry a man she hates?the ruthless entrepreneur Matthew Swift.Daisy is horrified. A Bowman never admits defeat, so she decides to do whatever it takes to marry someone . . . anyone . . . other than Matthew. What she doesn't count on, however, is Matthew's unexpected charm, or the blazing sensuality that soon flares beyond both their control. And Daisy discovers that the man she has always hated just might turn out to be the man of her dreams.But when a scandalous secret is uncovered, it could destroy both Matthew and a love more passionate and irresistible than Daisy's wildest fantasies.

Dear Avon Books,Where are my heroes? Whenever I'm reading a book by one of my favorite authors I find I'm falling for the wrong guy -- not the hero, but the other man -- and what I really want is for him to have his own story.Like Jake Linley, from Someone to Watch Over Me by Lisa Kleypas...that doctor could sit by my bedside if I ever got sick. And Ned Blydon in Splendid by Julia Quinn...he makes me want to learn to waltz! I never thought living in a drafty castle would be much fun until Simon of Ravenswood in Master of Desire by Kinley MacGregor came along.Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that these are my men -- when do they get their stories?Sincerely,A Romance FanSome books are so special that there is more than one hero to love, but only a single story is told. So if you find yourself asking, "Where is my hero?" you'll discover the answer right here in this delicious collection by New York Times bestseller Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestseller Julia Quinn and USA Today bestseller Kinley MacGregor.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Devil in Disguise, the first book in her beloved Wallflowers series.The Wallflowers: four young ladies at the side of the ballroom make a pact to help each other find husbands . . . no matter what it takes.Proud and beautiful Annabelle Peyton could have her pick of suitors?if only she had a dowry. Her family is on the brink of disaster, and the only way Annabelle can save them is to marry a wealthy man. Unfortunately her most persistent admirer is the brash Simon Hunt, a handsome and ambitious entrepreneur who wants her as his mistress. Annabelle is determined to resist Simon's wicked propositions, but she can't deny her attraction to the boldly seductive rogue, any more than he can resist the challenge she presents. As they try to outmaneuver each other, they find themselves surrendering to a love more powerful than they could have ever imagined. But fate may have other plans?and it will take all of Annabelle's courage to face a peril that could destroy everything she holds dear.

Everyone loves a wedding...Nothing lifts our hearts like the joyous peal of wedding bells. Or the sight of a happy couple being showered with confetti and good wishes. Now the most exciting new names in romantic fiction and the bestselling author who started it all?escort you down the aisle to a place of honor at four glorious celebrations of everlasting love:Kathleen E. Woodiwiss reintroduces us to the beloved characters from The Flame and the Flower including Jeff Birmingham, who seals an impetuous proposal with one brief, precious and passionate kiss.Catherine Anderson calls us to meet a tempestuous pair of wild western hearts, in a tale of a frontier revenge that backfires.Loretta Chase melts our hearts with a story of an unconventional young woman's offer of marriage to a "mad" and presumed dying earl.Lisa Klepas shows us how true love will always win in a romance about one stubborn lady?and the persistent suitor who opens her heart.So come join the celebration and experience Three Weddings and a Kiss.Love for now...and always.

New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas delivers the unforgettable, sexy tale of a brash rogue who meets his equal in a woman who knows exactly what she wants . . .Zachary Bronson has built an empire of wealth and power. Now he is seeking a wife to help secure his position in the ton . . . as well as warm his bed in private. But not just any woman will do for one of London's most notorious rakes. When he meets Lady Holly Taylor, he surrenders to the temptation to take her in his arms and kiss her. Yet he's pleasantly surprised to discover her fierce passions match his own.Lady Holly Taylor is destined to spend her life playing by society's rules even when they go against her bolder instincts. But Zachary's kiss arouses her, and though his shocking offer doesn't include marriage, she is compelled to risk everything for the most forbidden passion.

A wealthy and bitter exile, the most dangerous and desirable man in all of England, burns to possess a proud, headstrong beauty who is promised to another. Winning Emma Stokehurst's exquisite hand through threats and determination does nothing to fill the empty spaces in Nikola's heart--until passion's magic carries the handsome, tormented prince back to a bygone era of splendor and romantic dreams. For there his destiny awaits him in a distant life. And in one remarkable woman's tender touch--achingly familiar but gloriously new--he must seek the elusive promise of ecstasy . . .and learn, at last, to love.

A noblewoman of frail beauty and exotic mystery fakes her own death to escape the gallows. And now she must flee. In disguise and under a false identity, she finds unexpected sanctuary in the arms of a handsome and arrogant yet gallant British lord--who must defy society to keep her safe . . . and overcome a tragic past to claim her as his own.

Den viljestærke, unge enke Lady Merritt Sterling ved, at Londons finere kredse ville elske at fange hende i en skandale, men da hun møder skotten Keir MacRae, bliver det umuligt at tænke fornuftigt.Fra det øjeblik Keir ankommer til London, har han to mål: Bliv ikke forelsket i den uimodståelige Lady Sterling, og undgå at blive slået ihjel. Begge dele viser sig at være en udfordring.Keir aner ikke, hvorfor nogen ønsker ham død, indtil hans forbindelse til en af Englands mest magtfulde familier bliver afsløret. Merritt er den eneste, Keir kan stole på, og da han bliver indhentet af sine fjender, må Merritt gøre alt, hun kan, for at redde den mand, hun elsker … selv om hun ved, at han måske er et farligt bekendtskab.Et farligt bekendtskab er den syvende bog i Lisa Kleypas’ historiske og romantiske Ravenel-serie.Pressen skriver:”Lisa Kleypas kan få dig til at grine og græde – på samme side.”– Julia Quinn”Et must-read for dem, der elsker historisk romance.”– Library Journal”Et farligt bekendtskab brillierer takket være Klaypas’ mesterlige blanding af fyrighed og øm længsel.”– BookPage

It's Christmas time and Rafe Bowman, an uncivilised American rake, has come to London for an arranged marriage with the perfect aristocratic bride, the very proper and beautiful Natalie Blandford. But before the courtship can begin, Rafe needs to learn the rules of London society. And when four former wallflowers try their hand at matchmaking, no one knows what will happen. And winning a bride turns out to be more complicated than Rafe anticipated, especially for a man accustomed to getting anything he wants.

New York Times bestseller Lisa Kleypas delights in the third book in the Bow Street series, an enthralling and steamy romance about the most seductive and dangerous rake in England tasked with finding a runaway bride--but when he finds her, will he be able to keep his feelings in check?Nick Gentry, the most seductive and dangerous man in England, has been sent to find Charlotte Howard, a runaway bride who has disappeared without a trace. But when he finds her, Nick is stunned by the intensity of his attraction to the elusive young woman whose adventurous spirit matches his own.Determined to escape a forced marriage to a man who will destroy her, Charlotte agrees to an audacious bargain . . . she will become Nick Gentry's bride. But soon she discovers that Nick has secrets of his own, and it will take all her wits and stubborn will to tame his tormented soul.In the desperate quest to protect Charlotte from the diabolical aristocrat who threatens her, one thing becomes clear: to save the woman he loves, Nick will take any risk . . . and pay any price.

New York Times bestseller Lisa Kleypas returns with an enthralling and steamy romance between a Scot with a mysterious past and strong-willed lady looking for adventure--and love. "The devil never tries to make people do the wrong thing by scaring them. He does it by tempting them."Lady Merritt Sterling, a strong-willed beauty who runs a shipping company, knows London society is dying to catch her in a scandal. So far, she's been too smart to provide them with one. But then she meets Keir MacRae, a rough-and-rugged Scottish whisky distiller, and all her sensible plans vanish like smoke. They couldn't be more different, but their attraction is powerful, raw and irresistible.From the moment Keir MacRae arrives in London, he has two goals. One: don't fall in love with the dazzling Lady Merritt Sterling. Two: avoid being killed.So far, neither of those is going well.Keir doesn't know why someone wants him dead until fate reveals the secret of his mysterious past. His world is thrown into upheaval, and the only one he trusts is Merritt.Their passion blazes with an intensity Merritt has never known before, making her long for the one thing she can't have from Keir MacRae: forever. As danger draws closer, she'll do whatever it takes to save the man she loves . . . even knowing he might be the devil in disguise.

The "New York Times"""bestselling author of" Sugar Daddy "and" Blue-Eyed Devil"Lisa Kleypas""is back with her most sensual and heartfelt novel yet!HE'S ONE SMOOTH TALKER...A billionaire playboy, and all-around ladies' man, Jake Travis has a reputation as big as the state of Texas. He drives too fast, lives too hard, and loves too many women to count.SHE'S ALL BUSINESS ...In her advice column, and her love life, Ella Varner is always practical. So when she's left holding her reckless sister's baby, she decides to ask Jake Travis to take a paternity test.THE TIME FOR TALKING IS OVER. . . .Ella is instantly struck by Jake's bold good looks and easy charm--but she's not falling for his sweet talk. This big sexy tomcat needs to take responsibility for his actions, and Ella's making him stick to his word. Now if she can only ignore the unspoken attraction that smolders between them..."A perfect contemporary romance sure to stand the test of time.""--Romantic Times BOOKreviews"A "Woman's World" "Best Beach Read"

Two of Lisa Kleypas's beloved novels, now available in one volume, A Season for Love.In WALLFLOWER CHRISTMAS, Rafe Bowman comes to London for an arranged marriage with the perfect aristocratic bride. But before the courtship can begin, Rafe needs to learn the rules of London society. And when four former Wallflowers try to make him into a gentleman, their plans go wildly astray. Winning a bride turns out to be more complicated than Rafe Bowman anticipated as Christmas works in the most unexpected ways . . . and changes the most cynical hearts. In Mine Till Midnight, no-nonsense Miss Amelia Hathaway has no time for romance--but she can't resist matching wits with a sexy former card sharp named Cam Rohan. After inheriting a country estate, the Hathaway siblings are trying to recover from their troubled past and make a new start. As the family struggles with unforeseen problems, Cam Rohan keeps stepping in to help . . . and Amelia realizes the unpredictable charmer is actually a man she can rely on. During a night of blazing passion, the freedom-loving Cam makes it clear he's willing to make any sacrifice for the woman who's stolen his heart. But before they can plan a life together, they're confronted by an enemy who's bent on destroying the Hathaway family . . . all to keep them from discovering a centuries-old secret that could change their lives.

New York Times bestseller Lisa Kleypas returns with an enthralling and steamy romance between a Scot with a mysterious past and strong-willed lady looking for adventure?and love. ?The devil never tries to make people do the wrong thing by scaring them. He does it by tempting them.?Lady Merritt Sterling, a strong-willed beauty who runs a shipping company, knows London society is dying to catch her in a scandal. So far, she's been too smart to provide them with one. But then she meets Keir MacRae, a rough-and-rugged Scottish whisky distiller, and all her sensible plans vanish like smoke. They couldn't be more different, but their attraction is powerful, raw and irresistible.From the moment Keir MacRae arrives in London, he has two goals. One: don't fall in love with the dazzling Lady Merritt Sterling. Two: avoid being killed.So far, neither of those is going well.Keir doesn't know why someone wants him dead until fate reveals the secret of his mysterious past. His world is thrown into upheaval, and the only one he trusts is Merritt.Their passion blazes with an intensity Merritt has never known before, making her long for the one thing she can't have from Keir MacRae: forever. As danger draws closer, she'll do whatever it takes to save the man she loves . . . even knowing he might be the devil in disguise.

ONE OF OPRAH MAG'S BEST ROMANCES OF 2020!Everything has a price . . .Railway magnate Tom Severin is wealthy and powerful enough to satisfy any desire as soon as it arises. Anything?or anyone?is his for the asking. It should be simple to find the perfect wife?and from his first glimpse of Lady Cassandra Ravenel, he's determined to have her. But the beautiful and quick-witted Cassandra is equally determined to marry for love?the one thing he can't give.Everything except her . . .Severin is the most compelling and attractive man Cassandra has ever met, even if his heart is frozen. But she has no interest in living in the fast-paced world of a ruthless man who always plays to win. When a newfound enemy nearly destroys Cassandra's reputation, Severin seizes the opportunity he's been waiting for. As always, he gets what he wants?or does he? There's one lesson Tom Severin has yet to learn from his new bride: Never underestimate a Ravenel.The chase for Cassandra's hand may be over. But the chase for her heart has only just begun . . .

Although beautiful young widow Phoebe, Lady Clare, has never met West Ravenel, she knows one thing for certain: he's the rotten bully who terrorized her late husband while at boarding school. But when Phoebe attends a family wedding, she encounters a dashing and impossibly charming stranger who sends a fire-and-ice jolt of attraction through her. And then he introduces himself . . . as none other than West Ravenel.West is a man with a tarnished past. No apologies, no excuses. However, from the moment he meets Phoebe, West is consumed by irresistible desire . . . not to mention the bitter awareness that a woman like her is out of his reach.But before long, Phoebe sets out to seduce the man who has awakened her fiery nature and shown her unimaginable pleasure. Will their overwhelming passion be enough to overcome the obstacles of the past?Only the Devil's Daughter knows . . .

Romance stars Lisa Kleypas, Lorraine Heath, Megan Frampton, and Vivienne Lorret prove that love is the most magical during Christmas in this collection of favorite stories published together for the first time . . . ?I Will? by Lisa KleypasTo be reinstated into his father's will, Andrew, Lord Drake, must court a respectable woman?his friend's spinster sister, Miss Caroline Hargreaves. After he blackmails Caroline into helping him, the charade begins?but is it really a charade once love takes hold of their hearts . . . ??Deck the Halls With Love? by Lorraine HeathAlistair Wakefield, the Marquess of Chetwyn, devastated Lady Meredith Hargreaves when he proposed to another. But when he becomes free to pursue her, it's too late for she's on her way to the altar. As Christmas approaches, Chetwyn vows to lure Lady Meredith back into his arms.?No Groom at the Inn? by Megan FramptonJames Archer detests his mother's matchmaking ways. When ordered to attend a Christmastime house party filled with simpering maidens, he produces a fiancée?Lady Sophronia Bettesford. James and Sophronia pretend to be in love for one month. But their pact soon turns into love.?The Duke's Christmas Wish? by Vivienne LorretTo the Duke of Vale, science solves everything?even marriage. When the impulsive Ivy Sutherland makes him question all of his data, he realizes that he's overlooked a vital component in his search for the perfect match: love.

New York Times bestselling author LISA KLEYPAS delivers the unforgettable tale of a strong-willed beauty who encounters her match in one of London's most notorious--yet irresistible--rakes . . .An eccentric wallflower . . .Most debutantes dream of finding a husband. Lady Pandora Ravenel has different plans. The ambitious young beauty would much rather stay at home and plot out her new board game business than take part in the London Season. But one night at a glittering society ball, she's ensnared in a scandal with a wickedly handsome stranger.A cynical rake . . .After years of evading marital traps with ease, Gabriel, Lord St. Vincent, has finally been caught by a rebellious girl who couldn't be less suitable. In fact, she wants nothing to do with him. But Gabriel finds the high-spirited Pandora irresistible. He'll do whatever it takes to possess her, even if their marriage of convenience turns out to be the devil's own bargain.A perilous plot . . .After succumbing to Gabriel's skilled and sensuous persuasion, Pandora agrees to become his bride. But soon she discovers that her entrepreneurial endeavors have accidentally involved her in a dangerous conspiracy--and only her husband can keep her safe. As Gabriel protects her from their unknown adversaries, they realize their devil's bargain may just turn out to be a match made in heaven . . .