by Elizabeth Smither (1981)
"... This is [Smither's] fifth collection. ... The sequence follows Casanova in the chase, from middle-age to death, casting an ironic eye on the supreme tactician in his pursuit of perfection, and through him, on attitudes of romantic love generally. ..."--Book flap. "Acknowledgements are due to the editors of the following publications, in which some of these poems have appeared: Climate, Islands, London Magazine. 'Casanova's ankle' and 'Casanova's equipment box' were published in You're very seductive William Carlos Williams" ([Dunedin, N.Z. :] John McIndoe, 1978); 'Casanova answers a letter' and 'Casanova in midwinter' were published in The legend of Marcello Mastroiannii's wife ([Auckland, N.Z. :] Auckland University Press, 1981)."-- Back page.
Margaret Thornton
From one of the genre's best-loved names, a charming tale of friendship and romance, happiness and heartbreak. August, 1955. Janice Butler is working as a waitress at her mother's Blackpool boarding house before she heads off to university.
Jane Feather
Hailed for her captivating blend of romance and sensuality, New York Times bestselling author Jane Feather has enchanted readers and critics alike. In this second book in her dazzling new trilogy, Constance, Prudence, and Chastity Duncan, London's most charming young matchmakers, are faced with a ruinous lawsuit--and it's up to the brainy, beautiful middle sister to extricate them.No sooner had the Duncan sisters' Personals service turned a profit than their controversial newspaper, The Mayfair Lady, offended a powerful earl--who is now determined to ruin them with a lawsuit. In dire need of counsel, the women turn to England's most-sought-after young barrister.Sir Gideon Malvern is notorious for his aggressive style--and his love of a challenge. Spirited Prudence, with her beauty unsuccessfully hidden behind spectacles and frumpy clothes, provides him with exactly that. But how in the world will the Duncan sisters be able to afford Gideon's fee? Prudence proposes a barter: Gideon defends their case; they find him a bride. It's an exchange of services even this most cynical, single barrister can't refuse.From the Paperback edition.
Caroline Richards
"Lord James Rushford is the only man in London who can lead Rowena Woolcott to the villain who has been tormenting her family for years, and she will stop at nothing to enlist his help, even if she must pretend to play a dangerously enticing role: his mistress"--Publisher.
Anne Mather
Holly thought she had a secure haven on the beautiful Caribbean island where she had chosen to make her home. But this Eden was invaded by a serpent – in the shape of Morgan Kane, the man sent to escort her back to England at her father’s behest. Morgan = the man who drew her like a magnet. Holly wanted to given in to the attraction which gripped her. But could she trust him?