Mills & Boon Rivalry At Play. Their Marriage Bargain Gonzalez Nadine, McKenna Shannon

A husband’s redemption… • A second chance at love? • Nathaniel Honeywell returns from being presumed dead expecting to be welcomed home with open arms, but is shocked when his wife, Hester, isn’t pleased to see him! Nathaniel can’t blame Hester for believing he abandoned her when she needed him most. During their marriage he’d foolishly valued money over his wife. But his experiences have left him a changed man, and as the simmering attraction between them grows, Nathaniel is determined to prove it!

From dutiful bride… • To the Laird’s unwilling hostage! • Kidnapping Elspeth MacMillan on her way to an arranged marriage is the only way for new laird Calum Campbell to avoid more bloodshed and bargain peace for his people. Calum expects her fury but doesn’t expect the feisty lass to break through his defences into his heart. But with war waging between their families, will they ever be able to yield to love?

A man she can trust… • With her life…and her heart? • Ordered by her father to choose a husband by the end of the Highland Games—or he will select one for her—widow Moira Fraser hastily elopes with Rory McKenna, Laird of Blackmore. But they soon discover neither is free of the past. Rory has a price on his head, and needs an heir as soon as possible, and Moira’s horrible first marriage has left her afraid of letting her new husband close…

Where saying I do is just the beginning… • Lily loves living in Hawke's Cove, and planning her best friend's wedding at the Hawkesbury estate is the icing on the cake. But when the estate's owner dies, and his son cancels the wedding, Lily must face Henry Hawkesbury - a man she hasn't seen since that fateful night ten years ago… • Henry wants nothing more than to return to Hawke's Cove, sell his estranged late father's estate and leave. He certainly does not want to host a wedding, or face Lily, who gets on with everyone - except him! • But when Henry needs Lily's help, she will only provide it if the wedding can go ahead. Working together means both must face their pasts, and, in doing so embrace their future. But can two people afraid of love acknowledge what they have always wanted…?

A daredevil rescue… • An unexpected reunion • Imprisoned during the French Revolution, English spy, Lord Laurence Beaumont, is finally rescued - by the courageous, beautiful Delphine St Clair! Back home in Cornwall, Laurence has no interest in a convenient marriage offered by a local landowner - until he discovers the bride is Delphine! With the intense memories of their liaison dangereuse in Paris, Laurence knows theirs will be an unconventional union - but can he keep his promise never to be a spy again…?

'Congratulations, you are now officially out in society.' • The words made her spirits plummet. Out in society. On the market. And firmly set on a well-worn path that had only one destination. Marriage • London 1865 • When one act of rebellion costs Lady Margaret Montagu Douglas Scott her place in society, her life is swept onto a new course. One that will test her courage and resilience • From the drawing rooms of Victoria's court to the grand country houses of Ireland, and the bustling streets of New York City; Margaret embarks on a journey of self-discovery where she will meet like-minded, and equally spirited, companions who shape her world • But as she navigates the challenges of forging her own path in life, will she find the greatest courage of all, to follow her heart against all odds…?

Boyfriend Lessons by Sophia Singh Sasson • Her cardinal rule for learning the ropes of romance • Don't fall for the teacher! • Heiress Caitlyn Lattimore is eager to ditch her wallflower status. So when her best friend playfully suggests she practice dating, Caitlyn asks Dev Mallik to give her 'boyfriend lessons'. The spark between them soon turns fun into fire. But is Caitlyn setting herself up for heartbreak? Because Dev's exacting parents want just the right woman for their son-and they aren't sure she's the one • The Secret Heir Returns by Joss Wood • A surprise for this secret son? • Rejected by his birth family, author and finance whiz Sutton made his own way in the world. Now he's back to fulfil the terms of his birth father's will, which means staying with Lowrie, the irresistible manager of the Rossi Inn

Rocky Mountain Rivals by Joanne Rock • An offer she can’t refuse… • from the man responsible for ruining her life • Heartless and irresistibly attractive bull-riding champion Drake has his reasons for wanting control of Fleur’s family ranch. Fleur is torn by her warring feelings for him—Drake is her ex’s brother and totally off-limits. Yet she gives in to his powers of persuasion…and their sizzling chemistry. But secrets and a devastating betrayal could turn these lovers back into bitter enemies in a heartbeat… • A Game Between Friends by Yahrah St. John • From lovers to friends to lovers again? • After losing his football career due to an injury, Xavier Lockett found solace in the arms of singer Porscha Childs…until a misunderstanding tore them apart. Now a sport reporter, the former star quarterback craves another taste of the woman who helped him turn his life around

His best friend’s sister • Now a tempting beauty • Taking Lady Daisy Springfeld to his estate to convalesce after her cycling accident is the least the Duke of Mandivale can do to help the family who’s been so kind to him. But now Daisy has grown into a beautiful, rebellious young lady, Guy knows he must suppress any lustful thoughts. Only, all too soon they’ve gone beyond friendship and the taste of the forbidden is too tempting to ignore…!

The Billionaire Behind the Headlines by Rachael Stewart • Can the billionaire capture her heart? • In this Claiming the Ferrington Empire story, Bree has escaped the city to heal her heart in a village bakery. And then notorious billionaire Theo walks through the door. The man behind the headlines is charming, but intriguingly cynical about love. Accepting his invitation to Paris might be a mistake—or the best decision she’s ever made… • It Started with a Royal Kiss by Jennifer Faye • An extraordinary kiss to transform her life! • In this Greek Paradise Escape story, whilst artist Indigo is painting a formal portrait of Prince Istvan of Rydiania, her buttoned-up emotions are derailed when they share an unexpected kiss! Even though her head tells her they shouldn’t take things any further, Indigo sees something unique in Istavan