Reformed Rakes Series by Jenn Langston

Miranda Jayne Whittier flees to London, escaping marriage to the Marquis of Melbourne, a man she's never met who is surrounded in rumors she can't overlook. With the last of her pin money spent, she accepts employment at Lady Constance’s House of Reform. Assigned to Viscount Harken, a handsome but difficult man who doesn't make their association easy, she is determined to help him and, in the process, solidify her position. She soon discovers he deserves better than he believes... moreMiranda Jayne Whittier flees to London, escaping marriage to the Marquis of Melbourne, a man she's never met who is surrounded in rumors she can't overlook. With the last of her pin money spent, she accepts employment at Lady Constance’s House of Reform. Assigned to Viscount Harken, a handsome but difficult man who doesn't make their association easy, she is determined to help him and, in the process, solidify her position. She soon discovers he deserves better than he believes. Anson Greenleaf, Marquis of Melbourne, thought collecting his betrothed would be a simple matter, but he'd been wrong. Miss Whittier has taken on a position in the city, which presents him with a unique opportunity. Using one of his lesser known titles, he poses as a client. Instead of learning why she ran from him, he finds himself drawn to her and is determined to charm her. Before long, he forms an intense desire for her. One he must fight. When Miranda discovers the Marquis of Melbourne followed her to London, she fights against the need to leave the position she loves and the man she's come to care for. As her life falls apart, she's forced to give up the viscount. When she learns of the Marquis's deception, she realizes she can't marry him. After all, she knows exactly what he wants in a bride. And, she knows it's not her. less

Genevieve Jubal is desperate for marriage to escape her abusive father, but she is cripplingly shy and has failed during two different Seasons. As such, her controlling mother makes arrangements for her to attend Lady Constance’s House of Reform. Alone in a classroom, a gentleman mistakes Genevieve for an instructor and demands she speak to him in French. She complies, then realizes he hasn’t a clue what she is saying. This knowledge makes conversing flow with an ease she’s never known... moreGenevieve Jubal is desperate for marriage to escape her abusive father, but she is cripplingly shy and has failed during two different Seasons. As such, her controlling mother makes arrangements for her to attend Lady Constance’s House of Reform. Alone in a classroom, a gentleman mistakes Genevieve for an instructor and demands she speak to him in French. She complies, then realizes he hasn’t a clue what she is saying. This knowledge makes conversing flow with an ease she’s never known. With that truth, Genevieve accepts a position to teach French to the Earl of Andel, and in the process, grow confident while speaking in English with potential suitors as well. Christopher Valentine, Earl of Andel, has one purpose for his trip to London: learn French to marry his chosen bride, then return to the comfort of his country estate. With the instructor he stumbled upon at the House of Reform, he knows this task shall be a simple feat, but he’s discovering concentration with Miss Jubal nearby to be quite difficult. The more time he spends with her, the more he questions his decision to marry a woman he doesn’t know. However, when his French bride of choice arrives in London, he is torn between his duty to her and his desire for a woman he’s come to appreciate. Realizing Christopher is destined for another didn’t stop Genevieve from developing a desire for a future with him. He is exactly the kind of husband she wants although she knows she can’t have him. She resolves to help him with his chosen lady, but she is determined to enjoy a few stolen kisses before he’s lost to her forever. less

Hannah Dobson, Countess Rivers, thought all her troubles had died with her husband. She’d been wrong. When her husband’s nephew, Lucius, inherits the title, she knows their mutually hostile relationship could prove detrimental. However, Lucius requests her help in deciphering a puzzle her late husband left for him. As they work together, Hannah realizes there is more to Lucius than she originally believed. As the Earl of Rivers, Lucius Dobson has many responsibilities that he must attend... moreHannah Dobson, Countess Rivers, thought all her troubles had died with her husband. She’d been wrong. When her husband’s nephew, Lucius, inherits the title, she knows their mutually hostile relationship could prove detrimental. However, Lucius requests her help in deciphering a puzzle her late husband left for him. As they work together, Hannah realizes there is more to Lucius than she originally believed. As the Earl of Rivers, Lucius Dobson has many responsibilities that he must attend. Unfortunately, with his uncle’s ridiculous game, he deprived Lucius of the means to see to his duties. The decision to request Hannah’s assistance had been simple, but with their history and his overwhelming attraction to her, keeping his mind on their task proves difficult. In addition, he must keep the truth regarding her marriage to his uncle a secret. If she were to find out, she’d never forgive him. While the search for clues to the puzzle continues, Hannah grows more attached to Lucius and fears it’s already too late to protect her heart. Left with no options, she enlists her friend’s help at the House of Reform. Once Lucius finds a bride, she can put this predicament behind her. less

After six years working at the House of Reform, Lady Regina Serra has handled her share of difficult men, and the Earl of Burnham is no different. Although strikingly handsome, the man is very stubborn and refuses to heed her advice in his bride search. Determined not to fail a client, Regina agrees to accept a bet with him. The cost is irrelevant as she knows her methods work and that the earl will be selecting a bride before the season is up... moreAfter six years working at the House of Reform, Lady Regina Serra has handled her share of difficult men, and the Earl of Burnham is no different. Although strikingly handsome, the man is very stubborn and refuses to heed her advice in his bride search. Determined not to fail a client, Regina agrees to accept a bet with him. The cost is irrelevant as she knows her methods work and that the earl will be selecting a bride before the season is up.Murphy Cobb, Earl of Burnham, only agreed to take lessons in finding a wife to appease his mother. However, Lady Regina poses a unique challenge for him, and he is not one to back down. His attempts to charm her go unnoticed, but he can’t seem to get her out of his head. So, he strikes a deal with her, she can offer her lessons on him finding a wife, but he would give her a lesson in seduction. One night with her is all he wants, and he had never been denied when he set his sights on something he wanted.Although Regina is determined to help Murphy find a bride, his kisses offer her a passion she never knew existed. As her desire for him becomes too much, she knows she must leave the House of Reform. The only trouble is, she has no idea how she will ever forget him. less