Caroline Linden

A destination wedding in the English countryside seems the ideal place for a tech entrepreneur and his romance-novelist bride to tie the knot. Until the Internet fails. And the oven breaks. And the paparazzi invade. And the police crash the bachelorette party. But passion never waits for perfection... Four unlikely couples, one increasingly wild wedding party, and a whole lot of happily-ever-after Originally published as AT THE BILLIONAIRE'S WEDDING

The delightful search for the true Carlyle heir continues in this next book in the sexy Desperately Seeking Duke series from USA Today Bestselling Author Caroline LindenShe’s a duchess in all but namePhilippa Kirkpatrick has been raised at Carlyle Castle by her doting guardian, the Duchess of Carlyle. Preoccupied with the succession of the dukedom and the duke’s health, the duchess has left the estate in Philippa’s hands—and Philippa is determined not to let her down. He's not a duke at all . . . The arrival of a new estate steward should be a relief, but instead it threatens to upend everything. William Montclair is handsome, brash, and scandalously bold. The horrified duchess wants to sack him on sight. Philippa is just as shocked . . . but also, somehow, charmed. But could he be her hero? Carlyle cannot be her home forever, but Philippa is determined to leave it in good hands. She means to teach Will how to run the estate properly and love Carlyle as she does. The more time she spends with Will, though, the more she likes him . . . trusts him . . . even loves him. Unfortunately, she’s also more and more certain that Will is keeping secrets that could break her heart.

The second book in the clever, sexy Desperately Seeking Duke series from USA Today bestselling and RITA award–winning author Caroline Linden. An Officer and a ScotsmanCaptain Andrew St. James always knew he came from a noble family, but his branch grew far from the wealth and status. Nothing shocks him more than learning that he now stands as heir presumptive to his distant cousin the Duke of Carlyle. There is much for Drew to learn and adjust to—but first he goes home to Edinburgh, to tell his mother and three sisters of their startling good fortune. A Lady and a TemptressIlsa Ramsay yearns for some adventure and fun, not another husband. When she discovers the handsome soldier who sweeps her off her feet for a rollicking dance is her friend’s brother, soon to be an English duke, she tells herself he’s not for her, no matter how tempting he is. But one impulsive kiss, then another, and another… says otherwise. An Irresistible AttractionDrew means to marry a respectable, dignified Englishwoman—a very proper future duchess. The spirited Ilsa is none of that. Still, when she’s caught in a dangerous scandal, he leaps to her aid without hesitation. And neither family duty nor future obligation can make them ignore what’s in both their hearts.

Snowed in with an unexpected visitor, the handsome Earl of Winterton, Viola Cavendish is about to have a very merry Christmas.

Snowed in at a castle full of handsome lords, three young ladies are about to have the holiday of their lives ... Map of a Lady's Heart by Caroline LindenThe road to happily-ever-after ... With Kingstag Castle full of guests and the snow falling, Viola Cavendish has her hands full making sure the Christmas house party runs smoothly. The unexpected arrival of the Earl of Winterton and his nephew Lord Newton upends everything. Not only is Lord Newton flirting with the young ladies Viola is supposed to chaperone, Lord Winterton himself makes her pulse race. Always takes some twists and turns Wesley Morane, Earl of Winterton, has come to Kingstag Castle in search of a valuable atlas, and he refuses to be deterred by the snow, the house party, his nephew, or even the most ridiculous play ever staged. But before long the only map he wants is one that shows him the way to Viola's heart ... Hot Rogue on a Cold Night by Maya RodaleJilted by a duke: Lady Serena Cavendish was born and bred to be a duchess. Too bad, then, that the Duke of Frye mysteriously and suddenly ended their betrothal. Seduced by a Rogue: Greyson Jones, an agent of the crown, is the only one who thinks being jilted has made Serena more alluring. When he lucks into an invitation to a Christmas house party at Kingstag Castle to cheer her up--and perhaps find her a husband--he seizes the opportunity to win her heart before they might be parted forever. On the way to the altar: Their journey to happily ever after involves a ridiculous play, a lovesick swan, a mysterious gift and, of course, a kiss. Snowy Night with a Duke by Katharine AsheThe last time Lady Charlotte Ascot bumped into the Duke of Frye, she climbed a tree to avoid him. Sometimes it's simply easier to run away than to face her feelings for him -- overwhelmingly passionate feelings that no modest lady should have Now, on her way to Kingstag Castle to celebrate the holidays with friends, Charlotte is trapped by a snowstorm at a tiny country inn with the duke of her steamiest dreams. But Frye has a secret of his own, and Christmas is the ideal time to finally tell the woman he's always wanted the whole unvarnished truth. Better yet, he'll show her ...

The eBook edition of About a Rogue includes a bonus short story in Caroline Linden’s Desperately Seeking Duke series! The first book in the new series Desperately Seeking Duke from USA Today bestselling and RITA award-winning author Caroline Linden. It’s no love match… Bianca Tate is horrified when her sister Cathy is obliged to accept an offer of marriage from Maximilian St. James, notorious rake. Defiantly she helps Cathy elope with her true love, and takes her sister’s place at the altar. It’s not even the match that was made… Perched on the lowest branch of his family tree, Max has relied on charm and cunning to survive. But an unexpected stroke of luck gives him an outside chance at a dukedom—and which Tate sister he weds hardly seems to matter. But could it be the perfect match? Married or not, Bianca is determined to protect her family’s prosperous ceramics business, even when Max shows an affinity for it—not to mention a dangerous ability to intrigue and tempt Bianca herself. And when Max realizes how beautiful and intelligent and desirable Bianca is, he’ll have to prove he’s no rogue, but the passionately devoted husband she craves…

The first book in the new series Desperately Seeking Duke from USA Today bestselling and RITA award-winning author Caroline Linden. It's no love match... Bianca Tate is horrified when her sister Cathy is obliged to accept an offer of marriage from Maximilian St. James, notorious rake. Defiantly she helps Cathy elope with her true love, and takes her sister's place at the altar. It's not even the match that was made... Perched on the lowest branch of his family tree, Max has relied on charm and cunning to survive. But an unexpected stroke of luck gives him an outside chance at a dukedom--and which Tate sister he weds hardly seems to matter. But could it be the perfect match? Married or not, Bianca is determined to protect her family's prosperous ceramics business, even when Max shows an affinity for it--not to mention a dangerous ability to intrigue and tempt Bianca herself. And when Max realizes how beautiful and intelligent and desirable Bianca is, he'll have to prove he's no rogue, but the passionately devoted husband she craves...

Seven stories of first kisses, newly wedded bliss, and love long-awaited, until the holiday season of joy. Bel Astre que j'adoreA lonely French courtesan discovers the mysterious English spy who saved her harbors deeper feelings, under the mistletoe. My True Love Gave to MeInnkeeper Adam Milbank and his new bride Sarah are snowed in alone for their first Christmas together... Adeste FidelesWidowed Lady Fitzhugh dislikes the retired Army officer, Major Arthur Winston next door, until his dog makes friends with hers--and he serenades her with carols. What a Woman Needs for ChristmasA surprise arrival brightens a new wife's Christmas Eve. A holiday epilogue to What a Woman Needs. A Scot of Her OwnRosalind, Dowager Duchess of Exeter, has given up on finding romance with Lord Warfield, but he has not given up on winning her. A holiday epilogue to A Rake's Guide to Seduction. Grace's Christmas HeroEvery year Grace Finch falls a little more in love with her handsome childhood friend Oliver Ford, but will he ever feel the same for her? A Kiss for ChristmasThomas Weston is dumbstruck at the sight of Miss Clara Hampton. Unfortunately she's nearly engaged to another man... unless Thomas can win her heart.

When you gamble at love . . . When Hugh Deveraux discovers his newly inherited earldom is bankrupt, he sets about rebuilding the family fortune—in the gaming hells of London. But the most daring wager he takes isn’t at cards. A wealthy tradesman makes a tantalizing offer: marry the man’s spinster daughter and Hugh’s debts will be paid and his fortune made. The only catch is that she must never know about their agreement . . . You risk losing your heart . . . Heiress Eliza Cross has given up hope of marriage until she meets the impossibly handsome Earl of Hastings, her father’s new business partner. The earl is everything a gentleman should be, and is boldly attentive to her. It doesn’t take long for Eliza to lose her heart and marry him. But when Eliza discovers that there is more to the man she loves—and to her marriage—her trust is shattered. And it will take all of Hugh’s power to prove that now his words of love are real . . .

What happens at the infamous Vega Club . . . Sophie Campbell is determined to be mistress of her own fate. Surviving on her skill at cards, she never risks what she can't afford to lose. Yet when the Duke of Ware proposes a scandalous wager that's too extravagant to refuse, she can't resist. If she wins, she'll get five thousand pounds, enough to secure her independence forever. Stays at the Vega Club . . . Jack Lindeville, Duke of Ware, tells himself he's at the Vega Club merely to save his reckless brother from losing everything, but he knows it's a lie. He can't keep his eyes off Sophie, and to get her he breaks his ironclad rule against gambling. If he wins, he wants her--for a week. Until now . . . A week with Jack could ruin what's left of Sophie's reputation. It might even break her heart. But when it comes to love, all bets are off . . .

Olivia Townsend har hamnat i svårigheter och vet inte vad hon ska ta sig till. Hon är förföljd av en desperat man som söker efter en förlorad dyrgrip, som hon inte ens har i sin ägo. Men när Jamie Weston mannen som en gång krossade hennes hjärta kommer till undsättning och högtidligt lovar att stå vid hennes sida, hoppas hon att han står vid sitt ord. James har förebrått sig själv för att han svek Olivia när hon behövde honom för alla dessa år sedan, och han tänker inte göra om samma misstag. Tursamt nog har hans ovanliga liv utrustat honom väl för att överlista den avskyvärde skurk som jagar Olivia. Men att vara nära henne igen innebär en risk att avslöja varenda hemlighet som finns dold i hans hjärta även de som borde vara gömda för alltid. Caroline Linden har en examen i matematik, och utvecklade datorprogram innan hon började skriva fiktion. Tretton år och arton böcker senare har hon aldrig ångrat sitt beslut att byta karriär. Hennes böcker har vunnit många olika priser, vilket hon aldrig gjort i matematik. Det tar hon som ett tecken på att beslutet också var smart.

Joan Bennet är hjärtligt trött på att vara panelhöna. Det är tack vare några härligt skandalösa och ökända noveller som hon har en ganska hyfsad uppfattning om vad hon som ogift kvinna går miste om. Är till och med en stilla flört för mycket att be om? Tristan, lord Burke, ser direkt vad ett umgänge med Joan innebär när de träffas: trubbel. Inte nog med att hon är hans bäste väns syster, hon ertappar honom alltid under de mest ogynnsamma omständigheter. Och enda sättet att gå vinnande ur en diskussion med den kvinnan är att kyssa henne sanslös, dessutom skulle han ge vad som helst för att få av henne de där gräsliga klänningarna hon envisas med att bära. Men det skulle kunna kosta honom hans status som ungkarl, vilket vore förödande, eller skulle det verkligen vara det? Caroline Linden har en examen i matematik, och utvecklade datorprogram innan hon började skriva fiktion. Tretton år och arton böcker senare har hon aldrig ångrat sitt beslut att byta karriär. Hennes böcker har vunnit många olika priser, vilket hon aldrig gjort i matematik. Det tar hon som ett tecken på att beslutet också var smart.

Abigail Weston har allt: skönhet, livsglädje och en av de största hemgifterna i England. Hennes föräldrar hyser stora förhoppningar om att hon ska gifta sig med en greve. Abigail själv hoppas på en man som älskar henne vilt och passionerat. Sebastian Vane däremot, har ingenting. Han återvänder hem från kriget bara för att upptäcka att hans far blivit galen och att hans arv mer eller mindre är borta. Men Abigail lyser upp hans värld som en skimrande komet, strålande vacker kanske kan sagan sluta lyckligt? Då dyker Benedict Lennox upp och börjar uppvakta Abigail. Ben är allt som Sebastian inte är förmögen, stilig och arvtagare till en greve. Nu måste Abigail välja mellan den utfattige gentlemannen som får hennes hjärta att banka av lycka, och friaren som är allt hennes föräldrar önskar. Caroline Linden har en examen i matematik, och utvecklade datorprogram innan hon började skriva fiktion. Tretton år och arton böcker senare har hon aldrig ångrat sitt beslut att byta karriär. Hennes böcker har vunnit många olika priser, vilket hon aldrig gjort i matematik. Det tar hon som ett tecken på att beslutet också var smart.