Abandoned at the altar, Max, Lord Belvedere believes he's evaded family obligation in favour of a life of adventuring in Africa. But his ailing Aunt Euphemia has other ideas. When Max finds himself in the delightfully diverting arms of Violet Lilywhite while visiting London's most prestigious House of Assignation, he happens upon the perfect plan. A sham wedding to a 'penniless shop girl' should fulfil Aunt Euphemia's romantic dreams without losing him his newfound liberty. Violet agrees to the deception with no hesitation. Lord Belvedere is certainly the most charming and surprising of all her male consorts but she has no illusions about a shared future. She wants only to escape the clutches of infamous Madame Chambon. The plan appears perfect until Max and Violet find themselves falling in love. Can Max give up his plans for freedom in an exciting new land? Or is freedom to be found in the arms of the woman he loves? What Readers Say About the Series: "Max Belvedere & Violet Lilywhite's story was beyond beautiful. He was determined to seek his freedom at any cost. She believed herself ruined beyond redemption. Together they will discover that nothing in life is impossible. Highly Recommended." "Oh my! This story just makes you fall in love! It's exciting. It never lags. And what a most satisfying ending!" [Saving Grace.] Heat Level: Steamy

She was the wallflower beneath his notice…until a terrible mistake has one dangerous, delicious rake believing she's the "fair Cyprian" ordered for his pleasure. Lady Henrietta has always known her place—in her dazzling older sister’s shadow. She’s a little brown peahen to Araminta’s bird of paradise. But when the innocent debutante is mistaken for her common namesake "Hetty" and embroiled in the Regency underworld, she finds herself shockingly compromised by the dashing, dangerous Sir Aubrey, the very gentleman her heart desires. And the man Araminta has in her cold, calculating sights. Branded an enemy of the Crown, bitter over the loss of his wife, Sir Aubrey wants only to lose himself in the warm, willing body of the young “prostitute” Hetty. As he tutors her in the art of lovemaking, Aubrey is pleased to find Hetty not only an ardent student but a bright, witty and charming companion. Despite a spoiled Araminta plotting for a marriage offer and a powerful political enemy damaging his reputation, Aubrey believes he's been set up to suffer his greatest betrayal at the hands of the little “concubine” who’s managed to breach the stony exterior of his heart. Until the 'the little brown peahen' reveals her true colors. Regency romance readers who loved 'Dynasty' will enjoy the trials and tribulations of the noble, scheming Partington family. What Readers are Saying About the Series: “…lies, misdeeds, treachery, and romance. What an impressive story! Ms. Oakley has a unique way of telling her stories, bringing unknown heroes/ heroines into the spotlight, as they navigate a world of espionage, and intrigue, all while trying to survive and find their HEA. Magnificent and mesmerizing!” ~ Amazon reader "[Hetty's] unswerving devotion isn't reserved for Aubrey, but extends to her family as well, even when they don't deserve it. I liked her, though. She's sweet but not unbelievably so. The red-alert Kill Bill moment when she unravels her father's other life is classic. :D And I loved her attitude about sex -- i.e., so certain of a loveless marriage (or perhaps no marriage at all) that she seizes the chance to brazen it out & enjoy herself." ~ Dangerous Gentlemen reviewer. “Full of secrets, murders, intrigues and you feel you know the characters and want to strangle some of them, especially Araminta!!! I have since read all in the series and can’t wait for Book 5... This is a series I will read again and again.” ~ Amazon reader Buy this exciting romance filled with sensuous heat today! Book 1: Her Gilded Prison Book 2: Dangerous Gentlemen Book 3: The Mysterious Governess Book 4: Beyond Rubies Book 5: Lady Unveiled ~ The Cuckold Conspiracy Heat rating: sizzling.

FAIR CYPRIANS OF LONDON series (BOOK 1) London, 1878 Welcome to Madame Chambon’s! Within this lavish London townhouse, a host of beautiful, intelligent women cater to the desires of princes, potentates and noblemen. These are the stories of the ruined vicar’s daughters, kidnapped baronesses, and enterprising lady’s maids who seek to turn the tables on those responsible for their fall from grace… And to find a happy-ever-after on their terms. Saving Grace is Book One Grace thought she'd found love and a future with the sensitive son of the household in which she was employed. But when David went to university, a terrible thing happened... Three years later, as Grace prepares for her next job, she learns she is the special initiation 'gift' procured by a mother in fashionable Mayfair for her son's twenty-first birthday. Grace, however, plans a 'celebration' of a different kind. One that will give her satisfaction for the wrongs that plunged her into this hated life. But when Grace crosses the threshold of the address where she once served in a very different capacity, her quest for revenge takes a very different turn. A story of courage and redemption with an unexpected ending. What the Readers are Saying: "It was exciting and emotional. Sexy and romantic." ~ Goodreads "This is one of the most interesting stories on why a girl might become an escort. The twists and turns are breathtaking...I couldn't put this down." ~ Goodreads Reading Order: Book 1 - Saving Grace Books 2 - Forsaking Hope Book 3 - Keeping Faith Book 4 - Wedding Violet Book 5 - Christmas Charity Book 6 - Loving Lily Associated Victorian Murder Mystery with Romance Series - London Ladies in Peril Book 1 - Murder at Madame Chambon's

A beautiful French emigree in London after the French Revolution is torn between her heart's desire and her desire for justice... Lady Athelton's St Valentine's Ball is a place for love, not vengeance. But when the gentlemen of the ton select their partner for the evening from a silver bowl of ladies’ names, the once-carefree Lisette uses the opportunity to settle old scores. In an accident of chance – or design - Lucien Monteil, handsome Vicomte and darling of post-revolutionary France, is the man with whom Lisette is to spend the evening. He is also the man who betrayed her father, sending him to the guillotine. And the man who stole her heart so many years ago. Now Lisette must fight the rising tide of her passions, torn between her heart's desire and her desire for justice. Read this exciting tale of betrayal, love, and second chances, and be transported to an age of danger, excitement and honor!

Revenge is sweet until it breaks your heart. Falsely accused of stealing, Faith is given two choices: Fend for herself on the streets of London, or become indentured to Madame Chambon, the ruthless proprietor of London's most exclusive brothel. In order to survive, Faith submits to the machinations of a mysterious benefactress and begins a new life under Madame Chambon’s roof. However, she does not live like the other girls. Rather, she's taught the theory of how to entrance London’s noble gentlemen with her learning in philosophy, politics and art. Her body is to be saved for the greatest enticement of all: revenge. Faith doesn’t care what she has to do. She lives only to fulfil a bargain that will set her free. But when Faith is recruited as the muse of a talented, sensitive painter whose victory in a prestigious art competition turns them both into celebrities overnight, she discovers the reasons behind her mission are very different from what she'd been led to believe. Now she is complicit in something dark and dangerous while riches, adulation and freedom are hers for the taking. But what value are these if her heart has become a slave to the honorable man she is required to destroy? Keeping Faith is book 3 in the Fair Cyprians of London series but can be read as a stand-alone. Here's what the readers say: "A well-written story with realistic characters. The plot is engaging with plenty of twists and turns. It really pulls you into the book quickly and completely." "Thank you for completely following this story through all of the twists and turns until it reached its natural conclusion." "Engaging and charming with involved plot and romance which is to be savored as are all of this writer's works in my view." A heartfelt, sizzling Victorian romance with a note of redemption that'll please even the cynics.

Honour? Or her heart's desire? When Felix discovers the divine "Miss Hope" in his bed, his betrayal is acute. Two years ago, he’d been on the verge of proposing marriage to the beautiful governess who had taught his neighbour’s children. But Hope had failed to appear for their secret assignation, supposedly rejecting Felix in favour of a position abroad. Now, to Felix’s shock and dismay, Hope is the surprise gift his friends have sourced from London's most exclusive House of Assignation in the hopes of lifting his dark depression. Despite the pain of the past, Felix can't bear to lose her again. But Hope Merriweather is bound to her new life by a dark secret. She sacrificed Felix two years before. Now, she must choose again: Honour or her heart's desire? For readers who love second-chance, redemption love stories with a happily-ever-after they didn't see coming. Forsaking Hope is Book 2 in the Fair Cyprians of London Series but can be read as a standalone. What the readers are saying: "I have found a new author. Storyline that reaches into the darker side of human nature. Twist and turns with a couple of double twists. Hope remains..." "A sad story with intrigue, deception, strong emotions, suspense, violence and passion." "An emotional story that keeps you reading until the last page." "Immerse yourself in the time period -- put yourself in a situation of no way out, no options, no hope. Highly recommended -- I lost myself in the storyline -- and in history."