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A stunning collectible edition containing the first two novels in #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Bridgerton series. This edition features:- gorgeous sprayed edges- intricate foil iconography- ribbon bookmark- beautiful endpapersSee these beloved stories come to life on screen in Bridgerton, now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix.The Duke and IWhen Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings, agree to a fake courtship, they think they’ve found the perfect solution to their problems. Romantically associated with one of London’s most desirable catches, Daphne’s prospects among the ton will soar. For avowed bachelor Simon, an attachment to Daphne will deter would-be brides and their ambitious mamas. Their plan works like a charm—at first. But amid the glittering, gossipy, cut-throat world of London’s elite, there is only one certainty: love ignores every rule. . .The Viscount Who Loved MeLondon's most elusive bachelor, Anthony Bridgerton is determined to wed. But one obstacle stands in his way—his intended's older sister, Kate Sheffield, who is driving Anthony mad with her determination to stop the betrothal. Kate is quite sure that reformed rakes do not make the best husbands, and Anthony Bridgerton is the most wicked rogue of them all. She’s determined to protect her sister—even as she fears she may not be able to resist the reprehensible and oh so desirable rake herself . . .

Loewe-Bücher: garantiert ohne KI Die Magie der Bilder Seit Generationen gehört Elsies Familie ein Fotostudio. Elsie liebt die alten Kameras, die gemalten Bildhintergründe und die historischen Fotografien mit ihren gezackten weißen Rändern. Besonders das Bildnis des jungen Lords Aidan Storm hat es ihr angetan. Diesem Bild erzählt sie hin und wieder sogar ihre Sorgen. Was sie nicht weiß: Er kann sie hören. Als Aidans Foto eines Tages aus dem Album verschwindet, ist Elsie untröstlich. Aber dann taucht der junge Lord plötzlich wieder auf. Ausgerechnet auf Instagram ... Wie in Emma und das vergessene Buch lässt Mechthild Gläser sich von einem Klassiker des neunzehnten Jahrhunderts inspirieren und erweckt das Bildnis eines jungen Mannes einfach einmal schnell zum Leben.Mechthild Gläsers wunderschöner Fantasyroman für Mädchen und Jungen ab 12 Jahren führt nach Schottland ins malerische Edinburgh und verbindet fantastische Motive aus Das Bildnis des Dorian Gray mit einer zarten, humorvollen Liebesgeschichte.

'Compulsive, heartbreaking' Clare Leslie Hall'Gorgeously written' Jennie Godfrey'A tale of dazzle and determination' Daily MailFOUR WOMEN. A MILLION DREAMS.Scotland, 1910. Born into the world of the circus, Lena now stands at a crossroads. With the sudden death of her father, she faces a stark choice: get married or get a job. The fairgrounds are no place for a woman to go it alone.Until flame-haired Violet, known to all as 'the greatest trapeze artist that ever lived', suggests they do exactly that. With her outspoken ways and her refusal to marry, Violet is as much an outcast as Lena. What do they have to lose?Recruiting new performers including bareback horse-rider Rosie and acrobat Carmen, the four women take charge of their own show, their own finances and their own destinies.But the fairgrounds are a dangerous place: misogyny is rife, violence a continual threat, and buried secrets are beginning to threaten all they hold dear. Together, they must forge their own path to freedom.FOR THEY ARE THE SHOW WOMEN. AND THE SHOW MUST GO ON.READERS LOVE THE SHOW WOMAN⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Held my interest to the very last page'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Complete sensory immersion, such is the depth and breadth of the descriptive narrative'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Beautifully written, lovable characters, gripping narrative'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This extraordinary debut is bursting with energy and imagination'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A terrific read'

Mermaids. Monsters. Magic. But this story is no fairy tale . . . <BR><BR>Kilmara, Scotland. 1725. For fifty years, Iris has accepted the curse that blighted her life. By night, she is a heartbroken woman, destined to walk the misty shores of Kilmara without growing older. By day, she is Moireach, a terrifying monster imprisoned in the murky depths of Loch Moine.<BR><BR>When bodies begin appearing on the shore, the villagers are convinced Moireach is responsible. So a hunter - the rugged, ruthless Henry Carver - is summoned to slay the monster of the loch. <BR><BR>Iris must break her curse before she is killed for crimes she cannot believe she has committed. But as Kilmara's hunt for the monster becomes ever more fevered, she and Henry are drawn together in a dangerous game of impossible attraction. <BR><BR>And when a figure from Iris's past suddenly reappears, she must choose what - or who - she is willing to sacrifice to win her freedom.<BR><BR>Because there is no happily-ever-after when you are the monster.<BR><BR>A glitteringly dark reimagining of The Little Mermaid set in eighteenth-century Scotland, this enchanting and gothic historical fantasy is perfect for fans of Rosie Andrews's The Leviathan, Georgia Leighton's Spellbound and anyone who loved Outlander.<BR><BR>Real readers loved Lochbound<BR><BR>'Lochbound was crafted so well, weaving in folklore [alongside] the moving parts of the fates of each person...I really enjoyed!' NetGalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐<BR><BR>'As soon as I started reading, I knew Lochbound was going to be a five-star read. And when I cried at the 11% mark, that cemented it. It was a great mashup of its inspirations, The Little Mermaid and Scotland's loch monsters...really emotional and I liked all the twists' NetGalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐<BR><BR>'Whimsical and folkloric, this standalone felt so immersive and the storyline was gripping until the very end. So many mysteries, plot twists and romantic tension that will keep you awake at nonsense o'clock...This book is a delight, perfect for romantasy readers!' NetGalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐<BR><BR>'The worldbuilding was amazing!...I really liked the protagonist and the love interest' NetGalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐<BR><BR>'Lochbound is a standalone historical fantasy romance that felt like a dark fairytale... [it] kept me gripped throughout and had some surprising twists. I absolutely loved the setting, a small village in the Scottish highlands bordering a loch, and the creepy, unsettling atmosphere of the story' NetGalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐

A woman in danger . . . a bold Scot who's vowed to protect her . . .AMELIA STEWART is no man's damsel in distress. When a dashing Scottish rogue storms into her orderly library claiming he is there to defend her from a mysterious threat-summoned by a letter her brother wrote before his death-she rebuffs him as a cruel fraud. Amelia has had her fill of charlatans seeking to profit off her raw grief. But when she's targeted by ruthless criminals hunting a treasure tied to her brother's suspicious death, Amelia joins forces with the brash rake to bring the cutthroats to justice. As danger closes in, Amelia and the tempting Scot are brought together, day and night. She knows better than to fall for a man like him, but Logan MacLain might well be the rogue she'd never dreamed she wanted . . . never dreamed she needed . . . with-or without-his kilt.Honor bound to watch over her, he'll risk everything . . . except his heart . . .LOGAN MacLAIN made his fortune taking risks. Now settled into a comfortable life running his tavern in Queen Victoria's London, he's content with a rogue's existence and the hard-won certainty that love is mere fantasy. Until a message from a dead man calls upon him to repay a debt of honor. Now, Logan must risk his life to shield his murdered friend's sister from the sinister menace which stalks her. But soon, protecting Amelia is no longer about a duty spawned by a long-ago vow. Drawn to her, he desires the clever beauty above all others. He wants Amelia in his arms. By his side. And in his bed.A rogue's passion . . . a woman's heartfelt need . . .But Amelia needs more than his desire. More than his passion. She believes in love. She trusts that Logan will watch over her. He will defend her, no matter the cost. But can he give her the heart he encased in ice all those years ago?A Rogue of Her OwnBook 1 - A Rogue to Watch Over MeBook 2 - The Lady Needs a RogueBook 3 - The Rogue's Runaway Bride

She once saved his life and stole his heart. Now he must return the favor.Accused of poisoning the English king, healer Lady Rowena Keith ends up in a dungeon beside a brawny, snoring Highlander. After he dispatches an assailant, he escapes into the Scottish hills, hauling her with him. To her surprise, she recognizes the rogue as her childhood betrothed and the knight whose life she once saved. Now he is her only hope.Accused of treason, Sir Aedan MacDuff, a loyal knight and guardian of Scotland, must secure a legendary treasure. He doesn't need the hindrance of a prim, beautiful healer, even one who captivates him. Traveling in disguise to avoid capture, they soon discover passion together-and find a mysterious link between Rowena's healing stone and the treasure Aedan is protecting-one that could change the future of Scotland forever.But can they avoid the king's wrath long enough to see it happen?Highland SecretsBook 1 - The Scottish BrideBook 2 - The Forest BrideBook 3 - The Guardian's Bride

#1 New York Times Bestseller Now available in a stunning Deluxe Collector’s Edition, The Duke and I, the first novel in #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Bridgerton series, featuring beautiful endpapers, a ribbon marker, and a gorgeous, decorated spine. Collect all 8 in the series to unveil the beautiful imagery when shelved together!Watch BRIDGERTON, created by Shondaland for Netflix.In the ballrooms and drawing rooms of Regency London, rules abound. From their earliest days, children of aristocrats learn how to address an earl and curtsey before a prince—while other dictates of the ton are unspoken yet universally understood. A proper duke should be imperious and aloof. A young, marriageable lady should be amiable…but not too amiable.Daphne Bridgerton has always failed at the latter. The fourth of eight siblings in her close-knit family, she has formed friendships with the most eligible young men in London. Everyone likes Daphne for her kindness and wit. But no one truly desires her. She is simply too deuced honest for that, too unwilling to play the romantic games that captivate gentlemen.Amiability is not a characteristic shared by Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings. Recently returned to England from abroad, he intends to shun both marriage and society—just as his callous father shunned Simon throughout his painful childhood. Yet an encounter with his best friend’s sister offers another option. If Daphne agrees to a fake courtship, Simon can deter the mamas who parade their daughters before him. Daphne, meanwhile, will see her prospects and her reputation soar.The plan works like a charm—at first. But amid the glittering, gossipy, cut-throat world of London’s elite, there is only one certainty: love ignores every rule...This novel includes the second epilogue, a peek at the story after the story.

A pirate's promise is a perilous thing. When a lady strikes a scandalous bargain with a plunderer of the seas, neither of them suspects where it will lead. Revenge and high stakes on Medieval Isle of Mull.After Liza Maclean's cruel husband decides to do away with her, she finds herself tied up and left to die on a rock in the middle of the sea. All hope seems lost until she is unexpectedly saved ... by pirates.Alec Rankin's name is legend among the Western Isles. He and his crew have carved a reputation as bloodthirsty and ruthless. But when he rescues the distraught lady from certain death, Alec's life takes an unexpected turn.Desperate to get revenge on her husband and be reunited with her son, Liza tries to strike a bargain with Alec to gain his help. However, when he responds with an indecent proposal, she is torn between outrage and despair.He'll help her, for a sizeable amount of coin ... and one night together.It's her choice-but how far will Liza go to take back what her husband has stolen from her?Full of impossible choices, forbidden love, and steam, Jayne Castel's new series, HIGHLAND SCANDAL, is set on Medieval Isle of Mull and follows three unconventional sisters, and the men who put everything on the line for them.*Please note: This novel has content that some readers might find triggering. You are encouraged to read the list of triggers on the author's website and at the beginning of the book.*

Marc Antonius Aurelius, ein römischer Centurio aus dem 1. Jahrhundert, findet sich wider Erwarten im Schottland des 21. Jahrhunderts wieder. In einer Welt, die ihm fremd und rätselhaft erscheint, muss er lernen, sich zurechtzufinden. Dabei begegnet er Elfie - einer außergewöhnlichen Frau, deren Vergangenheit auf überraschende Weise mit seiner Familie verknüpft ist. Je mehr er über sie erfährt, desto stärker wächst seine Faszination. Doch die Rückkehr in seine eigene Zeit scheint unausweichlich.

'Compulsive, heartbreaking' Clare Leslie Hall<BR>'Gorgeously written' Jennie Godfrey<BR>'A tale of dazzle and determination' Daily Mail<BR><BR>FOUR WOMEN. A MILLION DREAMS.<BR><BR>Scotland, 1910. Born into the world of the circus, Lena now stands at a crossroads. With the sudden death of her father, she faces a stark choice: get married or get a job. The fairgrounds are no place for a woman to go it alone.<BR><BR>Until flame-haired Violet, known to all as 'the greatest trapeze artist that ever lived', suggests they do exactly that. With her outspoken ways and her refusal to marry, Violet is as much an outcast as Lena. What do they have to lose?<BR><BR>Recruiting new performers including bareback horse-rider Rosie and acrobat Carmen, the four women take charge of their own show, their own finances and their own destinies.<BR><BR>But the fairgrounds are a dangerous place: misogyny is rife, violence a continual threat, and buried secrets are beginning to threaten all they hold dear. Together, they must forge their own path to freedom.<BR><BR>FOR THEY ARE THE SHOW WOMEN. AND THE SHOW MUST GO ON.<BR><BR>READERS LOVE THE SHOW WOMAN<BR>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Held my interest to the very last page'<BR>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Complete sensory immersion, such is the depth and breadth of the descriptive narrative'<BR>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Beautifully written, lovable characters, gripping narrative'<BR>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This extraordinary debut is bursting with energy and imagination'<BR>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A terrific read'

Ein Kampf um Ehre und LiebeGraeme Gunn ist ein Krieger durch und durch und hat die letzten Jahre damit verbracht, sich als Söldner zu verdingen. Doch als sein älterer Bruder William stirbt, kehrt er heim, um den Titel des Clanführers anzunehmen. Womit er nicht gerechnet hat: Annella Mackay. Die junge, hübsche Witwe seines Bruders ist so ganz anders, als er sie in Erinnerung hatte. Denn nachdem ihr Mann William sie direkt nach der Hochzeit im Stich ließ, übernahm Annella die Führung des Clans. Nun will sie für ihre zweite Chance auf wahre Liebe an die Burg ihrer Eltern zurückkehren, weshalb sie die plötzliche Anziehung zu dem ungehobelten, aber leider unverschämt attraktiven Graeme gar nicht gebrauchen kann. Ganz gleich, wie sehr seine Küsse ihre Knie weich werden lassen ...'Dieses Buch hat alle Elemente, die mich zu einem Fan von Lynsay Sands gemacht haben!' FLIPPIN' PAGES BOOK REVIEWS Ein weiteres Abenteuer voller Sinnlichkeit und Gefahr in den Highlands

THE UNMISSABLE SEVENTH NOVEL IN THE MULTI-MILLION BESTSELLING OUTLANDER SERIES - NOW ON AMAZON PRIME!<BR><BR>'A series that will keep you turning the pages long into the night' Rebecca Yarros<BR>***** 'If you are new to these books then I envy you, you are in for such a treat'<BR>'Epic, magical, and deeply romantic. A true gift to all readers' Ali Hazelwood<BR>***** 'LOVED it!!!'<BR>'Adventure. Drama. History. Time travel. Romance. The Outlander series is an epic story that grabs you by the throat and doesn't let go' Kristin Hannah<BR>***** 'Anyone thinking of reading these! JUST DO IT'<BR>'Outlander remains a treasure to be enjoyed and shared' Ian Rankin<BR>____________<BR><BR>North Carolina, 1777<BR><BR>"All loss is one, and one loss becomes all, a single death the key to the gate that bars memory."<BR><BR>Until now, Highlander Jamie Fraser and his wife, Claire have shared the war for American independence as much as they've shared their lives. Jamie, always a warrior and now a soldier and an officer, fights the enemy with fire and sword; Claire, once a nurse and now a healer, fights death through every battle and sometimes wins.<BR><BR>Nothing can divide them, save dire emergency. And emergency finds each of them bound by blood, by vows and obligations of the heart. To their family, as well as to comrades and each other.<BR><BR>Claire's battles aren't limited to the battlefield, and she cannot deny an urgent call that only she can answer. Jamie is a reluctant rebel who knows the Americans will win, but he'd rather die than face his illegitimate son across the barrel of a gun.<BR><BR>And Claire, with her 20th century knowledge, knows the Americans will win, but she's not sure what the price will be - and can only hope it won't be Jamie's life . . .<BR>____________<BR><BR>'An utter delight to experience. Open the pages and prepare to be swept away' Rebecca Ross<BR>'A stone-cold classic' Katherine Arden<BR>'An unforgettable, unparalleled love story that will leave you craving more' Olivie Blake<BR>'An enchanting escape for new readers and destined for countless rereads' Jennifer L. Armentrout

A storm. A secret. A baby that changes everything.When Fitzwilliam Darcy opens his door at midnight, he never expects to find an abandoned infant swaddled against the cold. The only clue to her identity is a cryptic note:"She is a Darcy. Her name is Amelia. You must care for her as if she is your own."Reeling from the shock, Darcy turns to the one woman who might help-Elizabeth Bennet, his friend's future sister-in-law and a woman who challenges him at every turn. As Elizabeth steps into the role of Amelia's governess, she and Darcy embark on a desperate search for the truth.But as hidden pasts unravel and long-buried secrets come to light, the answers they uncover will change everything-about Amelia, about Darcy, and about the undeniable bond growing between them.

It's late summer 1940, and Isla's Donahue's idyllic lifestyle comes to an abrupt end when her father sends her to the harsh confines of the poorhouse.<BR><BR>Determined to find a way to escape, Isla quickly enlists the help of her new friends, and together they leave the hellhole that is Coxhill for a new life in Liverpool.<BR><BR>It's while she's en route to Liverpool that she meets the handsome Theo, but all is not as it seems, and Theo's dark past comes back to haunt them both.<BR><BR>Hurt and betrayed, Isla has all but given up on love when she runs into a man she thought she'd never see again.<BR><BR>Will true love prevail or will his own past put an end to their happiness?<BR>___________<BR><BR>Why readers love Katie Flynn . . .<BR><BR>'Takes you on a journey of heartbreak and joy'<BR>'Hard to put down'<BR>'Her characters are like old friends'<BR>'Heartwarming romance'

Marc Antonius Aurelius, ein römischer Centurio aus dem 1. Jahrhundert, findet sich wider Erwarten im Schottland des 21. Jahrhunderts wieder. In einer Welt, die ihm fremd und rätselhaft erscheint, muss er lernen, sich zurechtzufinden. Dabei begegnet er Elfie - einer außergewöhnlichen Frau, deren Vergangenheit auf überraschende Weise mit seiner Familie verknüpft ist. Je mehr er über sie erfährt, desto stärker wächst seine Faszination. Doch die Rückkehr in seine eigene Zeit scheint unausweichlich.

Das gefühlvolle Finale der Sturmjahre-Saga - große Emotionen in aufwühlenden ZeitenFast ein Jahrzehnt, nachdem Ian zum Kriegsdienst aufgebrochen ist, findet er seinen Weg zurück nach Hause. Die erste Person, der er in Foxgirth über den Weg läuft, ist ausgerechnet Maisie Glenn. Aus der nervigen Göre, die ihn einst in der Schule in den Wahnsinn getrieben hat, ist inzwischen eine junge Frau geworden. Während sich Ian und Maisie neu kennenlernen, steht den Dennons ein Besuch ins Haus, der alles auf den Kopf stellt. Plötzlich ist nichts mehr, wie es war. Und dann ist da noch das Geheimnis, das Ian seit Jahren mit sich herumschleppt. Maisie gelingt es schließlich, ihn dazu zu bringen, sich seinen Dämonen zu stellen. Gemeinsam schmieden die beiden Pläne. Doch dann verschwindet Maisie spurlos ...Die Sturmjahre-Saga von Lia Scott:Band 1: Ein Gefühl von UnendlichkeitBand 2: Das Versprechen einer neuen ZeitBand 3: Die Melodie der FreiheitBand 4: Der Ruf des GlücksBand 5: Ein Traum von morgen