Author: patriciarice

When he becomes seventh Earl of Danecroft, rakish John Fitzhugh Wyckerly also inherits a crumbling estate and massive debts. Determined to do right, he reclaims his illegitimate daughter Penelope and heads to London in search of a very rich wife. Abigail Merriweather’s farm has been quiet since she lost custody of her four young half-siblings-until a roguish gentleman named Fitz stops for a rest, … rest, his rebellious daughter in tow. His etiquette is questionable, his parenting deplorable-so why does Abby delight in his flirtations? And when she seeks a suitor to help her regain the children, why does Fitz…

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Will Ives, the bastard of the late marquess, is as strong, handsome, and smart as his titled brothers, but he has no interest in society or book learning. His unique gift for training highly-prized rescue dogs is all he needs. His peace is shattered the day the beautiful but eccentric Lady Aurelia demands his help in finding a child no one knows is missing.The daughter of a duke, Lady Aurelia has … of a duke, Lady Aurelia has everything: wealth, beauty, and a family known for their good works. Unfortunately  afflicted with hyper-acute hearing, she spends most of her time…

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Recently widowed, Lily Porter has no idea how she’ll run a ranch and raise a child without any help. Passionate, powerful Cade may be the answer to her prayers, if they can navigate the secrets in his past! From a USA Today bestselling author.

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From a USA Today bestselling author: When Cleo Alyssum rents a cottage on her land to Jared McCloud, he convinces her to help their neighbor’s neglected children — which opens up both of their hearts in ways they never imagined. “Brilliant and riveting, edgy and funny” (Mary Jo Putney).

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Fleeing her abusive stepfather, Harriet Stansbury finds refuge in the employment of Duncan Ives, Marquess of Ashford, whose blindness has turned him from rake to recluse. But when scandal calls, can Duncan protect the curious and generous woman he’s come to love?

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From a USA Today bestselling author who “weaves magical love stories” (Mary Jo Putney): Scientifically-minded Lord Theo is skeptical when astrologer Lady Azenor arrives on his doorstep — but he’s drawn to her nonetheless! “Rice takes her readers on an amorous adventure” (RT Book Reviews).

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From a New York Times bestselling author comes a “beauty-and-the-beast romance that snares the reader right from the start” (Library Journal): After fleeing from abuse, Pippa starts working for wealthy recluse Seth. But when her security is threatened once more, can Seth keep her safe by his side?

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A taciturn soldier and a social butterfly —is the perfect home worth the price of a marriage of inconvenience?Blake Montague’s draconian temper and clever mind belong on the Continent, decoding French communications. Instead, as the youngest son of a baron, he’s terrorizing London ballrooms in search of a wife who will buy the commission he can’t afford. Jocelyn Carrington, after years of smiling … Carrington, after years of smiling through the pain inflicted by an uncaring family, has just inherited a fortune.  Now she can buy the special home with an aviary her eccentric younger brother needs—but Blake Montague’s family owns…

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A “page-turner” (Booklist) from a USA Today bestselling author: When Fitz unexpectedly inherits an earldom, he needs to find a wife — especially given what a hellion his daughter is. A chance meeting with penniless Abigail has Fitz wondering if she might be exactly who he needs…

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From a New York Times bestselling author comes a “heartening romance” (Publishers Weekly) full of “wicked wit and sizzling sensuality” (Mary Jo Putney): Mac rescues his late sister’s neglected children — and realizes he has no idea how to care for them! Can he convince Bea to help?

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