Harrow's Finest Five Series by Nancy Yeager

Once upon a time, they were in love. Then everything went wrong. A gentleman marked by a scandal Mr. Daniel Hallsworth lost his title and was driven out of England by claims of his illegitimacy. Now he’s returned to reclaim his title and his family’s reputation, which requires marrying a virtuous lady. He has his sights set on the woman he once loved. If only the lady would graciously accept his proposal... moreOnce upon a time, they were in love. Then everything went wrong. A gentleman marked by a scandal Mr. Daniel Hallsworth lost his title and was driven out of England by claims of his illegitimacy. Now he’s returned to reclaim his title and his family’s reputation, which requires marrying a virtuous lady. He has his sights set on the woman he once loved. If only the lady would graciously accept his proposal. A lady haunted by a secret Lady Emme Radcliffe made a mistake that could destroy her family. To hide it, she’s withdrawn from society and dedicated herself to spinsterhood. Now the man she’s loved for ages has returned with an offer of marriage, but accepting it means risking her secret. If only the gentleman would kindly stop tempting her to fall in love with him again. A love that could ruin them both With their own match an impossibility, Daniel needs Emme’s assistance to find a suitable wife, and she needs his help to thwart her father’s matchmaking. But each moment together brings them to the brink of passion, and every stolen kiss brings them one step closer to ruin. less

A foray into London's seedy underworld will unmask their hidden desires... A gentleman on an illicit lark Edward, the upstanding Viscount Meriden, is desperate for one reckless adventure. After years of holding his crumbling family together, he finally indulges in one night of abandon at a debauched house party, where he meets a masked mystery woman. He longs to uncover all her secrets. But when he realizes she’s an old friend on a dangerous mission, he insists on becoming her protector... moreA foray into London's seedy underworld will unmask their hidden desires... A gentleman on an illicit lark Edward, the upstanding Viscount Meriden, is desperate for one reckless adventure. After years of holding his crumbling family together, he finally indulges in one night of abandon at a debauched house party, where he meets a masked mystery woman. He longs to uncover all her secrets. But when he realizes she’s an old friend on a dangerous mission, he insists on becoming her protector. A lady on a dangerous quest Miss Lucinda Wagner is the only woman in a family of men rumored to be spies. When her father goes missing, she infiltrates a treacherous world to find him. No one suspects her double life until her childhood friend Edward discovers her secret. Now “Steady Eddie” insists upon watching over her. To gain his silence, she allows him to join her search. A journey into the belly of the beast As Luci and Edward delve deeper into the criminal underworld, their lives turn upside down. Danger lurks around every corner. Threats assail them from all sides. The only safe harbor in the city is in each other’s arms. Until the sparks between them threaten to ignite their long-denied passion. less

An irreverent gentleman, an abandoned wife, and a secret marriage. But is anything really what it seems? Fun-loving Percy, the Captain Lord Granston, is everyone’s favorite cad. But his easy charm hides a dark secret. He’s plagued by nightmares and fears he’s losing his grip on reality. Then his wife arrives in London. The only problem is, he doesn’t remember marrying the woman. Twice-widowed Finola Tenney Simmons has lost her hard-earned fortune... moreAn irreverent gentleman, an abandoned wife, and a secret marriage. But is anything really what it seems? Fun-loving Percy, the Captain Lord Granston, is everyone’s favorite cad. But his easy charm hides a dark secret. He’s plagued by nightmares and fears he’s losing his grip on reality. Then his wife arrives in London. The only problem is, he doesn’t remember marrying the woman. Twice-widowed Finola Tenney Simmons has lost her hard-earned fortune. But she’s devised a scheme to reclaim it from her greedy stepson. All she needs is a pretend husband, with her old acquaintance Captain Granston playing the part. There’s just one complication. The captain inexplicably believes they’re actually married. When Percy learns Finola isn’t his wife, he agrees to keep up the lie to secure her fortune, if she helps him settle his family affairs before he loses his mental faculties. But living as husband and wife leads them into temptation, and they devise a new plan. They’ll keep each other’s secrets, embark on a brief affair, and both get what they want before their fake marriage ends. It will work like a charm, as long as neither of them falls in love. less

Can two dedicated scientists abandon logic, embrace temptation, and find heaven in each other’s arms?Mr. Harrison Stafford, the future Baron Whitstone, spent years in South America in search of a medical miracle drug. Now back in London, his once-promising research appears doomed. His benefactors are about to abandon their support and his family demands he leave science to devote himself to the duties of the barony... moreCan two dedicated scientists abandon logic, embrace temptation, and find heaven in each other’s arms?Mr. Harrison Stafford, the future Baron Whitstone, spent years in South America in search of a medical miracle drug. Now back in London, his once-promising research appears doomed. His benefactors are about to abandon their support and his family demands he leave science to devote himself to the duties of the barony. To save his work, he agrees to an unorthodox offer to work with a woman scientist. He vows to treat the lady as he would any other laboratory partner, which would be so much easier if he didn’t find his brilliant new colleague so beguiling.For years, Miss Adelia Dawson has fought convention to study science in a man’s world. She dreams of being the first female medical student in England, but those doors will remain closed to her unless she can claim an undeniable success. Joining Mr. Stafford’s research endeavor is just the opportunity she needs. But when she catches a glimpse of his passionate nature under his cool exterior, she can’t help thinking of her new workfellow in a deeply personal way.Harry and Adelia struggle to maintain their professional distance while their shared passion for their work draws them ever closer together. But when their research unravels, they could lose much more than their careers. They could lose their chance at love. less

The duke and the lady are both hiding secrets. Will the truth set them free or destroy the ones they love?When Simon, the Duke of Wrexham, assigns his brother Robert to settle a land dispute with the lady artist next door, he doesn't foresee Robert proposing to the woman. Nor does he anticipate his own ardent attraction that makes him share his secret passions with her. Now Simon can't stop coveting his brother's fiancée... moreThe duke and the lady are both hiding secrets. Will the truth set them free or destroy the ones they love?When Simon, the Duke of Wrexham, assigns his brother Robert to settle a land dispute with the lady artist next door, he doesn't foresee Robert proposing to the woman. Nor does he anticipate his own ardent attraction that makes him share his secret passions with her. Now Simon can't stop coveting his brother's fiancée.When Miss Angelique Barstow agrees to an arranged marriage with her friend Robert, she doesn't appreciate the duke's interference. Nor does she welcome her own burning desire that makes her reveal her secret life to him. Now Angelique can't stop painting her fiancé's brother.Simon and Angelique embark on a clandestine affair that leads to a love they no longer want to hide. But the truth will endanger the one person they both swore to protect, and the secrets that bound them together could tear them apart.Heat level: steamy Read the final book in the acclaimed Harrow's Five series, stand-alone novels with no cliffhangers, and can be read in any order. less