Anusha Laurens is in danger. The daughter of an Indian princess and an English peer, she's the perfect pawn in the opulent courts of Rajasthan. Even so, she will not return to the father who rejected her. Arrogant angrezi Major Nicholas Herriard is charged with bringing the alluring princess safely to her new life in Calcutta. Nick's mission is to protect, to serve—but under the searing Indian sun an initial attraction unfurls into a forbidden temptation. This beautiful, impossible princess tests the very limits of his honor—especially when Nick is left with only one option to keep Anusha safe: marriage. But the fast-flowing waters of the Ganges determine a different fate, and duty may separate them forever….

Harlequin Historical brings you three new titles for one great price, available now for a limited time only from January 1 to January 31! Escape with brooding lords and rugged cowboys in these three timeless love stories. This Harlequin Historical bundle includes Forbidden Jewel of India, by Louise Allen, Rebel with a Cause, by Carol Arens, and Behind the Rake's Wicked Wager, by Sarah Mallory. Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin Historical!

A rebellious young widow couldn’t care less what society expects—and a highly respectable marquess finds that utterly alluring . . . When Lady Sara Herriard’s husband dies in a duel, she turns her back on the vagaries of the ton. From now on, she will live as she pleases. She won’t change for anyone—certainly not for the infuriating Lucian Avery, Marquess of Cannock! Lucian must help his sister recover from a disastrous elopement and reluctantly enlists Lady Sara’s help at her seaside shop. She couldn’t be further from the conventional, obedient wife he’s expected to marry, but soon all he craves is for her to surrender—and join him in his bed! “Ms. Allen is capable of creating terrific sexual tension between her heroes and heroines and is very skilled at developing a believable romance.” —All About Romance

Harlequin® Historical brings you a collection of three new titles, available now! This box set includes: SURRENDER TO THE MARQUESS by Louise Allen (Regency) When Lady Sara Herriard's husband dies, she decides it's time for her to live as she pleases. She won't change for anyone—and certainly not the infuriating Marquess of Cannock! Available via Reader Service and online: HEIRESS ON THE RUN by Laura Martin (Regency) Runaway heiress Amelia Eastway seeks shelter in an overgrown country estate, only to discover the owner—mysterious Sir Edward Gray—does not take kindly to trespassers… WALTZING WITH THE EARL by Catherine Tinley (Regency) The Earl of Shalford must marry to save his estate. He needs a wealthy bride, and fast! So why does his eye keep wandering to quiet, penniless Charlotte Wyncroft?

The Secret Life of Miss Phyllida Hurst Having survived the scandal of her birth with courage and determination, the beautiful Phyllida has reached a precarious balance within the ton. And in just one moment Ashe Herriard, Viscount Clere, blows her world and her carefully made plans to pieces. Brought up in vibrant Calcutta, Ashe is disdainful of polite London society, but something about Phyllida intrigues him. There's a mystery surrounding her. A promise of secrets and a hint of scandal—more than enough to entice him!

A journey into pleasure... The night before dissolute Lord Denham is about to embark on his grand tour, he meets an unexpected complication. In boy's clothes that barely conceal her delectable curves, his childhood friend Lady Althea Curtiss--desperate to escape an arranged marriage--arrives, demanding free passage! Rhys accepts his unlikely traveling companion with great reluctance--the scandal is sure to blow up in his face--until he finds there is far more intimate territory Lady Thea is curious to explore. Soon he realizes that he is in danger of awakening not only Thea's sensuality, but also his own long-buried heart.... "Allen reaches into readers' hearts." --RT Book Reviews on Married to a Stranger

Once secluded in her father’s castle, a young lady is finally ready for society as a marriage of convenience leads to true passion in this Regency romance. Cloistered away in a castle since birth, Madelyn Aylmer is unfamiliar with the ways of Regency London. But now she must venture out into the world and fulfill her eccentric father’s dying request: that she wed nobleman Jack Ransome! Though Jack may have a title, the fortune that once came with it was lost long ago. Now, to regain his ancestral lands, he agrees to a marry Madelyn and vows to introduce her to society. But what Madelyn hadn’t expected was the way her body reacts to Jack, especially to his promise of a union filled with unbridled passion!