Bøger af Donna Hatch

Every woman dreams of love, but is a week in Brighton long enough to find happily ever after?THE GRANDE HOTEL BY THE SEA by Jennifer MooreAfter years of planning, Arthur Grande's vision for a luxury hotel in Brighton is finally becoming a reality. But unlike the rest of the town, Daphne Dayley isn't taken in by the newcomer's cheerful smile or generous nature. She sees only a wealthy opportunist threatening to close her parents' bakery. With the lease expiring in one week, the two clash in a battle of wills and wits. But they both come to discover that ambitions which had once seemed so clear may evolve when hearts are softened.SIGNS OF LOVE by Annette LyonWhen the Hughes family vacations in Brighton, Julia goes exploring for fossils along the Undercliff path-a hobby she's developed thanks to her curiosity in science. Instead of finding fossils, she stumbles upon Silas Hayward, a handsome wine smuggler, and one of his crew. She slips away undetected but is intrigued by Hayward and drawn to him later at a ball held at the Royal Pavilion. Her long-time friend Andrew is in love with Julia and declares his heart to her at the ball. She's stunned and doesn't know how to answer, but right then, Mr. Hayward conveniently takes her away to the dance floor. The distraction is brief, however; Julia quickly learns that the Hayward is far more than a harmless wine smuggler: he's a traitor to the nation. If she can't stop his plot with Andrew's help, the country will fall to Napoleon. THE RELUCTANT HEIR by Donna HatchAngry and grieving over his brother's sudden death, Rowan turns his attention to finding his late brother's long-lost love so he can personally inform her of the tragedy. One problem: he only has a lock of her hair, a miniature painting of her eye, and the name "Ann" as clues to her identity. With far-reaching dreams of being a renowned artist, Isabella has one shot at becoming one of the few women to be accepted as a student under a local art master. But when she encounters a mysterious gentleman searching for his late brother's love, her heart tugs on her to help the lost soul. Helping him may mean sacrificing her dreams, and worse-falling in love with a man she cannot have. From the publisher of the USA TODAY bestselling & #1 Amazon bestselling Timeless Romance Anthology series in Regency Romance, comes A Week in Brighton. Featuring bestselling authors Jennifer Moore, Annette Lyon, and Donna Hatch.A Week in Brighton is a Timeless Romance Anthology® book

The widowed Elise is a perfect English lady living within the confines of society for the sake of her impressionable young son. Her quiet world is shattered when she meets the impulsive and scandalous Jared Amesbury. His roguish charm awakens her yearning for adventure. But his irrepressible grin and sea-green eyes hide a secret. A gentleman by day, a pirate by night, Jared must complete one last assignment from the Secret Service before he can be truly free. Elise gives him hope that he, too, can find love and belonging. His hopes are crushed when his best-laid plans go awry and Elise is dragged into his world of violence and deceit. She may not survive the revelation of Jared's past...or still love him when the truth is revealed. From the PublisherAs Elise questions her loyalties and trust of loved ones, Jared must discover for himself who he truly is. Join Elise and Jared on a swashbuckling adventure as they grapple with some unexpected twists of familiar situations, and learn for themselves of the power of redemptive love. This romantic story of loss and betrayal, forgiveness and redemption, and pirates in disguise, will leave you laughing, crying, and swooning. Sprinkled liberally with suspense, mystery, and heart-melting kisses, this is not your ordinary historical tale of an arranged marriage nor of redeeming the rakes. Fans of Victorian and Regency Eras, as well as those seeking clean and wholesome romance with plenty of chemistry, will love this story! Donna Hatch Dance with a duke, outwit pirates, save a kingdom, and fall in love. Believe in happily ever after!Praise for The Guise of a Gentleman: "Combining Jane Austen with swashbuckling adventure, The Guise of a Gentleman is a fine specimen of pirate romance!" NY Times bestselling author Jennifer Ashley "The Guise of a Gentleman sweeps the reader along in an almost epic journey that begins in the proper, quiet drawing rooms of country manor houses, then moves to a daring high-seas pirate adventure, and back to England for an intense, nail-biting climax followed by a sweet HEA." The Hope Chest Reviews "A fabulous Story of Love and Adventure! This book was fantastic! I think I liked it even better than the first one [The Stranger She Married.]. Jared is a wonderful and full character. Elise is sweet and brave and everything you could want in a heroine. The action and adventure pull you along, keeping you enthralled through every twist and turn. The side characters are full and fun, making the world of piracy come to life. Jared and Elise's love is realistic, sweet and powerful. I got so caught up in the story that my heart pounded, tears filled my eyes and I just wanted to reach over and kiss my husband as I read it. I also liked seeing more of the other brothers come to life. I'm not sure whose story I am most looking forward to reading next - can't wait for the next one!" Clean Romance Reviews

Determined to help her father succeed with his political career, Jocelyn sets aside dreams of love. When she meets the handsome and mysterious Grant Amesbury, her dreams reawaken. But his secrets put her family in peril.Grant goes undercover to capture conspirators avowed to murder the prime minister, but his only suspect is the father of a courageous lady who is growing increasingly hard to ignore. He can't allow Jocelyn to distract him from the case, nor will he taint her with his war-darkened soul. She seems to see past the barriers surrounding his heart, which makes her all the more dangerous to his vow of remaining forever alone.Jocelyn will do anything to clear her father's name, even if that means working with Grant. Time is running out. The future of England hangs in the balance...and so does their love.

This beautiful, collector's edition contains the book 3 of the award-winning, best-selling Rogue Hearts Series, A Perfect Secret, and its prequel, the novella, "A Perfect Match." The romantic two-book volume tells the complete story of Christian and Genevieve. A PERFECT LOVEGenevieve Marshall can't wait to meet the paragon of a gentleman that her dearest friend Matilda vows to marry, and to determine if he's good enough for her friend. After meeting the object of her friend's desire, Genevieve determines Christian is perfect....for her. Torn between loyalty to her best friend and the yearnings of her heart, she must first escape the attention of a powerful lord whose obsession with her may rob her of any hope for happily ever after. A PERFECT SECRETEverything has gone wrong. Desperate to protect her father from trial and execution, Genevieve calls off her engagement with Christian Amesbury to marry a blackmailer. After a year of marriage, she flees her husband's violent domination only to have fate bring her back to Christian. But Christian's hurt and bitterness over her betrayal puts a wall between them. He vows to help her, but not to forgive. Just when she starts a new life of safety and freedom, her husband tracks her down, stalks her, and threatens everyone she loves. Still broken-hearted over Genevieve's betrayal a year ago, Christian can't believe she's come back into his life--and worse, on the anniversary of his brother's death, a tragedy that haunts him. Though tempted to throw her back into the river where he found her, he can't leave her at the mercy of the terrifying man she married. When her husband torments Genevieve and puts both their families in danger, Christian will do anything to protect those he loves...anything except give Genevieve another chance to break his heart. Note from the PublisherThis tender, romantic story of mind over heart, loss and betrayal, forgiveness and redemption, will leave you laughing, crying, and swooning. Sprinkled liberally with suspense, wit, and heart-melting kisses, this is not your ordinary historical romance. Fans of Victorian and Regency Eras, as well as those seeking clean and wholesome romance with plenty of chemistry, will love this novel! The Rogue Hearts Series: The Stranger She MarriedThe Guise of a GentlemanA Perfect SecretThe Suspect's DaughterNot a Fine Gentleman Dance with a duke, outwit pirates, save a kingdom, and fall in love. Believe in happily ever after. Donna Hatch, chocolate for the romantic soul. Praise for Donna Hatch: "Donna Hatch is one of the masters of clean romance with electric tension and smokin' hot kisses." Reading is My SuperPower"Recommended to all historical romance fans." Julie Whiteley, InD' Tale Magazine"Written with heart and depth, Donna Hatch's books are absolute must-reads for any fan of swoon-worthy historical romance." Sarah M. Eden, USA Today best-selling historical romance author"No one creates chemistry between Regency Historical characters better than Donna Hatch. If you want a "sweet" read, but with lots of sizzle, you have to read her books." Author Carol A. Spradling

Gently bred young ladies don't run away from home to find employment, but when forced to choose between marrying a brutish oaf or becoming another man's mistress, Susanna makes an unconventional decision. Following her passion for music, she flees to London with dreams of securing a position as a harpist. Becoming entangled with a handsome violinist who calls himself Kit, but who seems too aristocratic for a working-class musician, may be more problematic than sleeping in the streets. Kit's attention is captured by Susanna's breath-taking talent, admirable grace, and winsome smiles...until a lawman exposes the new harpist as a runaway bride and a thief. With peril lurking in the shadows, Susanna's imminent danger not only forces Kit to choose between his better judgment and his heart, but he must also embrace the life to which he swore he would never return.

The Reluctant Bride: Fleeing a looming marriage to a terrifying man, Abby meets a mysterious stranger who makes her a startling proposition that will either save her, or leave her mired in scandal.Emma's Dilemma: Horrors! Emma's favorite Gothic novel is coming true...but reality is not as fun as fiction. The only man she's ever loved is home from war, but he's changed in a terrifying way. Emma must decide if she can love a creature of darkness, or reveal his secret and lose him forever.Constant Hearts: The scandalous Lady Amelia must face her enemies to get aid for a forgotten orphanage. Newly returned from the war, Reed plans to make a new life and forget Amelia. When fate reunites them, the last thing they want is to face the heartbreak that tore them apart. Amelia must choose between honoring her family's wishes or declaring herself and risking Reed's rejection.These three sweet, clean and wholesome, romantic Regency tales are perfect for a quick pick-me-up with a promised happily ever after.

3 charming historical Regency romance novellas in one romantic volume bring spunky heroines together with swoony heroes."Unmasking the Duke"The last thing Hannah Palmer wants is to flirt with men in a crowded ballroom, but when her sister throws a Masquerade Ball, Hannah can't say no. Taking shelter behind a disguise, she dances with a delightful masked man, matching him wit for wit, and falling for his charms. When the glorious evening culminates in a kiss, and they remove their masks, Hannah is horrified to discover the man she's been flirting with all night is the despised Duke of Suttenberg. No matter how charming the duke was at the ball, and how wonderful the kiss, he is the last man she could ever love."Troubled Hearts"Desperate to escape her estranged husband and a home enshrouded with death and despair, Julia flees in the middle of the night. Little does she know, her determined husband is in pursuit. Along the journey, she discovers a telling revelation. But it may not be enough to banish the ghosts of the past and soothe their troubled hearts."Sabrina's Hero"For weeks, Sabrina has daydreamed about a mysterious gentleman who frequents the lending library. Is he perchance an agent for the crown? A returning war hero? A highwayman? A fateful public assembly introduces her to the mystery man as well as an intriguing newcomer. Now she's torn between a charming rake promising the adventure she craves, and a handsome barrister who offers security. Only one gentleman will stand by her when it matters most.This delightful collection of 3 complete Regency historical romance novellas are sure to draw a sigh and a renewed belief in Happily Ever After. These meticulously-researched and beautifully-written tales transport readers to the glittering, intriguing, and sometimes dangerous realm of Regency England, a unique time in British history immortalized by Jane Austen and Lord Byron. Ms. Hatch's unusual style weaves virtue and values into her stories while including plenty of chemistry and swoon-worthy scenes in captivating, romances that warm the heart. Every "sweet" or "Clean and Wholesome" historical romance Donna Hatch pens brings feisty heroines and strong heroes together for a glorious happily ever after."No one creates chemistry between Regency Historical characters better than Donna Hatch. If you want a "sweet" read, but with lots of sizzle, you have to read her books."Author Carol A. Spradling"Written with heart and depth, Donna Hatch's books are absolute must-reads for any fan of swoon-worthy historical romance."Sarah M. Eden, USA Today best-selling historical romance author

Cynical and broken-hearted, Leticia banishes dreams of marriage. When her childhood friend, Tristan, wagers he can find her the perfect husband, she hopes the challenge will coax him to forgo his devil-may-care lifestyle. Meanwhile, Leticia throws herself into forming her charity school but meets opposition-even from the people she's helping.Guilt-ridden that his past mistakes robbed Leticia of true love, Tristan vows to set it right, but match-making has its pitfalls for a repentant scoundrel. When he finds two 'perfect' gentlemen to court her, he discovers his own deep feelings for the lady.Though Tristan seems to reform, Leticia doesn't dare risk heartbreak with a notorious rake. When opposition for the school takes a deadly turn, can Tristan protect her from a madman bent on destroying their dreams and their lives?

When charming rake Tristan Barrett sweeps Lady Elizabeth off her feet, stealing both her heart and a kiss in a secluded garden, her brother challenges Tristan to a duel. The only way to save her brother and Tristan from harm-not to mention preserve her reputation-is to get married. But her father, the Duke of Pemberton, refuses to allow his daughter to marry anyone but a titled lord. The duke demands that Elizabeth marry Tristan's older brother, Richard, the Earl of Averston. Now Elizabeth must give up Tristan to marry a man who despises her, a man who loves another, a man she'll never love.Richard fears Elizabeth is as untrustworthy as his mother, who ran off with another man. However, to protect his brother from a duel and their family name from further scandal, he agrees to the wedding, certain his new bride will betray him. Yet when Elizabeth turns his house upside down and worms her way into his reluctant heart, Richard suspects he can't live without his new countess. Will she stay with him or is it too little, too late?