Sylvia-Norcroft

𝐒𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲. 𝐈𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥.When faced with a choice, Lord Henry Clarke decided to become a famous and accomplished archaeologist rather than a happily married man to the woman of his heart. Now, at the age of one-and-forty, he lives a comfortable life as a bachelor, working as a professor at the University of London and paying regular visits to his two devoted lovers. His life takes an abrupt turn, when his childless older brother commits suicide, making him the next Duke of Grantchester. Yet that's a minor obstacle compared to the fact that he'll also have to marry to keep the money in the family...Miss Sabrina Hartley has New York at her feet... and perhaps all of America! But only one person knows who's behind the pseudonym that pens the most daring and bestselling erotic novels. When, at the age of one-and-thirty, she sees her younger cousin get married, she decides to turn the fiction of her stories into reality. However, her plans are soon thwarted by a series of telegrams from England - in order to keep half of her vast fortune, Sabrina must marry the current Duke of Grantchester as a direct result of an old agreement between their late fathers, Mr Hartley and Lord Clarke.Despite her best friend's warnings, Sabrina somewhat naively sets off to see if she can be happy in England......only to discover to her dismay that Henry is a cold and starchy man, his family reject her out of hand, and even the weather is dreadful almost every day!Will she find a way to her husband's heart or will she fulfill her darkest and most forbidden fantasies in the secret embrace of someone else?…

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[IMPORTANT: This is a closed-door romance for readers uncomfortable reading heavy erotica and adult scenes.]Miss Mina Haswell has always been a firm believer in love, especially when it comes to her betrothed, a dear childhood friend. Years ago, however, fate took a cruel turn, draping her in mourning and casting her heart in grief. Though unable to even fathom the prospect of love once again blessing her life, she finds joy in her sister's happiness.After her father's untimely passing, the title of Viscount Sinclair unexpectedly falls to a distant relative, the somewhat reclusive Mr Royston Langdon. When their paths cross, Mina and Royston embark on an unconventional journey filled with unforeseen challenges.Intrigued by Miss Haswell, the newly minted Lord Sinclair proposes a daring wager - a game of hearts. If Mina can help Royston win the affection of his potential bride, he promises to triple her inheritance. In return, should Royston help Mina win the heart of her chosen suitor, she will be forced to give up her beloved summer residence, which holds her most cherished memories and represents a significant portion of her inheritance. Their stakes are equal - Mina has lived far from the scrutinising gaze of the ton, while Royston remains a newcomer to its complex world.But patience is not a virtue for which Miss Haswell is known, and Lord Sinclair seems to take a peculiar pleasure in vexing her at every turn. Amidst the whirlwind of emotions, societal expectations and their passionate exchange of wits, one question lingers: Can there be a winner from this daring wager, or will the unpredictability of love cause the rules to be rewritten?♦♦♦ Contains themes of death and grief. ♦♦♦♥♥♥ Ambys 2024 Favorite ♥♥♥The story is also available on Inkitt.#historicalromance…

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Eliza Price, daughter of the Duke of Hertfordshire, finds herself entangled in a web of suitors, rejecting one potential partner after another. A marriage with the esteemed Duke of Kent appears to be her path forward, until an enigmatic figure, Mr. Magician, captivates her heart. Not only does he possess an irresistible charm, but he stands as the sole gentleman in all of London who dares to resist her allure.Meanwhile, the Marquess St. Arcey, perceiving Eliza as the embodiment of a femme fatale, cannot bear the thought of her belonging to another. His ardent pursuit of her heart and hand further complicates matters. To exacerbate the predicament, the fate of Eliza's family fortune hangs precariously in the balance. The crucial documents that substantiate their ancestral estates and noble title are hidden within a chest, found by the royal historian. Tragically, the historian meets an untimely demise, and the chest mysteriously vanishes, leaving all clueless about its whereabouts.The historian's demise summons the long-standing rivals of the Price family - the Grays - who descend upon London with their agenda. Amongst them is the haughty Lord Daniel Gray, driven by a deep-seated desire for retribution stemming from an ancient transgression that saw his family's property pass into the hands of the Prices. His presence in Eliza's life becomes an omen of unfortunate events, marked by searing insults unleashed each time their paths cross.Will Eliza navigate this maelstrom of emotions and choices to find her ultimate happiness? And who shall claim the chest concealing the Price family's fortunes? The answers lie within the endless dance of fate, as Eliza's journey unfolds against the backdrop of Georgian society, where love, rivalry, and the pursuit of ancestral legacies intertwine in unexpected ways.TRIGGER WARNING: MATURE CONTENT!Awards: AMBYS 2023 WINNER | Romance Reads 2024 Honorable Mention…

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[THIS IS THE SECOND BOOK IN THE SERIES. I DO RECOMMEND TO READ THE BOOK 1 BEFORE YOU EMBARK ON THIS JOURNEY DUE TO THE HEAVY SPOILERS IN THIS STORY.]In the glittering ballrooms of her debutante season, Isabella Price experiences a love so profound and fervent that it forever marks her soul. Yet, this affection shatters when she discovers the object of her desires is entangled with another woman of his choosing. Desperate to reach his heart, undeterred Isabella pens heartfelt letters, seeking to rekindle a spark that was never meant to be, her endeavours only to be met with silence. At last, even as she bares her emotions once and for all, her love remains unrequited, and a final rejection forces her to relinquish her dreams as the two are not meant to cross their paths again.Years pass, and Isabella's path once more intertwines with the man who once held her heart captive. Driven by a plea from him and her sheer determination, Bella confronts her past, aching with the memory of her unfulfilled desires. Will she safeguard her heart from the precipice of love, or perhaps the dashing Captain Hayes will prove to be her undoing?In the midst of secrets, second chances, and unspoken desires, Isabella must navigate a world of societal expectations and personal yearnings. But what if the very man who shattered her heart holds the key to unlocking a future beyond her wildest dreams?And what is the price to be claimed by the beast behind his eyes?Amidst the whispers of an era, this tale of longing, redemption, and the enduring power of love will sweep you into a realm where heartache and hope converge into a lasting happy ending.WARNING: CONTAINS MATURE THEMES!#romance #historicalromance #historicalfiction…

Sylvia-Norcroft

'I shall not engage in discourse with Philip. I shall merely cross paths with him on the day of our nuptials, harbouring the fervent hope that a fortuitous bolt of lightning may intervene and hit him before the ceremony reaches its conclusion,' Marian declared with stubborn resolve. ° ° °In the refined world of Regency England, Miss Marian Dancy is told by her father and to her dismay that he received a marriage proposal from her former flame, Philip Laurent. Scarred by heartbreak, she banished him from her life once. Now, Philip's return defies societal norms and expectations. Can he reignite the flames of their past love, or will Marian resist the allure of a man who refuses to play by the rules?…

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[THIS IS A ONE CHAPTER SUBMISSION FOR Meet me at Midnight CONTEST]In the refined heart of London's aristocratic circles, Lady Kendall emerges as a masterful orchestrator of clandestine currents. Skillfully, she unravels the labyrinthine threads of society's veiled transgressions, a spider in her artful web of influence that ensnares not only servants and informants but also the eminent. In the midst of the ceaseless whirl of opulent gatherings and whispered intrigues, Lady Kendall deftly navigates her world with a grace that belies her determination.Yet, as she adroitly balances friends and adversaries, a shadow looms ever closer, casting an unsettling pall over her domain. A revelation beneath her very nose propels her into an abyss of contemplation, ushering forth a momentous decision that will redefine her principles.Set amidst the glittering allure and concealed intrigues of the Georgian era England, there is a riveting tale of deception, moral quandaries, and the enduring struggle between appearances and reality. Lady Kendall's journey through love, loss, and the corrosive impact of hidden truths invites readers to ponder the complex web of motives that drives human actions, echoing across the ages.…