In this steamy medieval romance, a deceptive handmaiden discovers the true meaning of passion in the arms of an enemy knight. When her mistress is claimed as an enemy knight’s betrothed, handmaiden Aelfhild knows it would be too dangerous for her lady; she must go in her place. But there’s more to the scarred knight than she first thought—she isn’t expecting to fall for him! As the line between friend and enemy blurs, Aelfhild realizes that protecting her mistress has left her heart with no choice but surrender . . . “Readers will be drawn in by the fast pace, constant action and tragic love story” —RT Book Reviews on The Saxon Outlaw’s Revenge “Hobbes’ Medieval world sparkles with detail” —RT Book Reviews on The Blacksmith’s Wife

A convenient marriage An inconvenient passion… His parents’ loveless relationship has left silk merchant Jonathan Harcourt suspicious of marriage. But in order to expand his mill and have an heir, he must marry his neighbour Aurelia Upford. Even more surprising than finding himself with a clever, beautiful society wife is the unexpected passion that flares between them, and the unsettling emotions it leads to. Sharing a bed was part of their arrangement, but can Jonathan risk sharing his heart, too? “A superb story told by a talented author.” —Frolic on Uncovering the Merchant’s Secret “This is a book that pulled me in so very easily with friendship and romance along with that little bit of danger to add an extra thrilling edge!” —Rae Reads, Book Blog on Uncovering the Merchant’s Secret “5 stars! Ms. Hobbes excels in creating strong admirable heroines and gorgeous swoon-worthy heroes and this book was no exception. The writing was as always flawless, detailed and kept the reader engaged.” —Rose is Reading on Uncovering the Merchant’s Secret

Fleeing an arranged marriage, she found herself in the Scottish Highlands—with a laird who might renew her hope for love . . . “So incredibly good.” —All About Romance Far from her home in France, Marguerite Vallon escapes her arranged marriage to a man she despises. Stowing away in a stranger’s cart, she finds herself headed deep into the Highlands with Ewan Lochmore, the new Earl of Glenarris! Ewan vows to protect her. But maybe the freedom Marguerite has been searching for can be found with this rugged warrior—in this exciting novel in the Lochmore Legacy collection that follows the stories of a Scottish castle through the ages. “An author who knows her craft.” —Chicks, Rogues and Scandals “Elisabeth Hobbes has a fantastic compelling writing style.” —With Love for Books

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! A RANCH TO CALL HOME by Carol Arens (Western) Laura Lee is devastated when Jesse Creed claims her new house doesn’t belong to her, but to him! Until he can prove it, Laura isn’t moving. But living with the alluring rancher is surprisingly tempting… BEGUILED BY THE FORBIDDEN KNIGHT by Elisabeth Hobbes (Medieval) Handmaiden Aelfhild, going in the place of her lady, is taken as an enemy’s betrothed. There is more to the scarred knight than she first thought, and the line between friend and enemy soon blurs… SECRETS OF A WALLFLOWER Debutantes in Paris by Amanda McCabe (Victorian) Diana Martin is a writer covering the Parisian Exposition, and Sir William Blakely knows it could lead her to danger. He realizes the only way to protect Diana is to keep her very close… Look for Harlequin® Historical’s June 2018 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

Do you dream of wicked rakes, gorgeous Highlanders, muscled Viking warriors and rugged Wild West cowboys? Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! TEMPTED BY HIS SECRET CINDERELLA Allied at the Altar by Bronwyn Scott (Victorian) To secure a patron for her father’s play, Elidh Easton attends a party as Italian royalty! With Sutton Keynes needing a noble bride, she catches his eye—but could they ever have a future together? A RUNAWAY BRIDE FOR THE HIGHLANDER The Lochmore Legacy by Elisabeth Hobbes (Tudor) Marguerite Vallon escapes her arranged marriage by stowing away in a cart with Ewan Lochmore, the new Earl of Glenarris! With Ewan vowing to protect her, can Marguerite find the freedom she has been searching for? A DEBUTANTE IN DISGUISE by Eleanor Webster (Regency) Letty Barton leads a double life as a trained doctor, with no one knowing “Dr. Hatfield” is actually a woman! And when she meets Lord Anthony Ashcroft again, how long until the sparks fly once more? Look for Harlequin® Historical’s June 2019 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more timeless love stories!

A dramatic fake betrothal story She’s rescued a knight Now she needs the favor returned… When widowed Lady Johanne happens upon an injured knight, she sees an opportunity to form an alliance and protect her home, Castle Brae, from her enemies. The betrothal she proposes might be merely for appearances, but the very real attraction between her and Sir Alewyn thrills and disturbs her. For it’s clear he’s hiding something… Can she trust him with so much at stake? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. The King's Knights Book 1: The Knight's Maiden in Disguise Book 2: The Knight's Tempting Ally Book 3: Secrets of Her Forbidden Knight Book 4: Bound to the Warrior Knight

From gentleman to rogue Who had her former fiancé become? Captured by pirates off the Virginia coast, Lady Cassandra Shepherd is shocked to see in the blue eyes of Captain Rose the young man she loved and lost. What has caused him to exchange his honor for a chance at revenge? But he needs her help. Dare Cas believe the captain can reclaim his life as an upstanding gentleman and with it, her hand in marriage? “An exciting spy novel with a Gothic twist” — RT Book Reviews on Courting Danger with Mr. Dyer “The Governess Tales series starter is charming” — RT Book Reviews on The Cinderella Governess