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GAELEN FOLEY DETAILED BOOKLIST

The Pirate Prince (1998)

The World Saw A Pirate...She Saw A Prince.
On a calm, moonlit night, as the scent of jasmine and pine embraces the island of Ascension, the pirate prince Lazar di Fiore returns with lethal grace to avenge what was stolen from him: his kingdom, his birthright, his soul.
When Allegra Monteverdi, the daughter of Lazar's sworn enemy, throws herself on his mercy, Lazar agrees to spare the lives of her family—but only if Allegra sails away with him as his captive.
Alone at sea with this dark, intriguing man, moving between seduction and fear, Allegra realizes it will take more than her growing love for this pirate prince to bring peace to her beloved home. For Lazar must face the demons of his shattered past - if he is to forge the destiny that is theirs to claim. . .

Princess (1999)

The Only Woman He Wanted . . . Was The One He Couldn't Have
Darius Santiago is the King’s most trusted spy. He is charming, ruthless, and he has one weakness – the stunning Princess Serafina. She is all he has ever wanted and everything he cannot have. Serafina has always worshiped Darius, knowing that deep in the reaches of her soul, where she is not royalty, but a flesh-and-blood woman, she belongs to this dangerous man. Unable to suppress their desire, they are swept into a daring dance of passion until a deadly enemy threatens to destroy their new love.

Prince Charming (2000)

Reforming the Royal Rakehell
Destiny casts its hand one perfect moonlit night when Ascension’s most elusive highwayman, the Masked Rider, chooses the wrong coach to rob. For inside is Rafael, the prince of the kingdom, renowned for his hot-blooded pursuits of women and other decadent pleasures. The failed raid leaves the equally notorious Masked Rider wounded and facing a hangman’s noose. Then Rafe realizes his captive criminal is Lady Daniela Chiaramonte, a defiant beauty who torments him, awakening his senses and his heart as no woman has before.
Dani can only wonder if she’s been delivered to heaven or hell once she agrees to marry the most desirable man in the Mediterranean – until forces of treachery threaten to destroy their tenuous alliance and bring down the throne itself. . .

The Duke (2000)

He Would Risk Everything to Gain Revenge . . . But He Never Planned On Losing His Heart

Driven to uncover the truth about the mysterious death of his ladylove, the Duke of Hawkscliffe will go to any lengths to unmask a murderer. Even if it means jeopardizing his lofty reputation by engaging in a scandalous affair with London's most provocative courtesan - the desirable but aloof Belinda Hamilton.
Bel has used her intelligence and wit to charm the city's titled gentlemen while struggling to put the pieces of her life back together. She needs a protector, so she accepts Hawk's invitation to become his mistress in name only. He asks nothing of her body, but seeks her help in snaring the same man who shattered her virtue.
Together they tempt the unforgiving wrath of Society - until their risky charade turns into a dangerous attraction, and Bel must make a devastating decision that could ruin her last chance at love

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Lord of Fire (2002)

After years of preparation, he has baited his trap well, luring the depraved members of Society into his devil's playground so he can earn their trust and uncover their secrets.

Yet no one in London suspects that Lord Lucien Knight is England's most cunning spy, an officer who has sacrificed his soul for his country. Now an unexpected intruder has invaded his fortress of sin, jeopardizing his carefully laid plans--and igniting his deepest desires. Beautiful, innocent Alice Montague finds herself at the mercy of scandalous Lord Lucien. But as he begins his slow seduction to corrupt her virtue, Alice glimpses a man tormented by his own choices, a man who promises her nothing but his undeniable passion. . .

Lord of Ice (2002)

Damien Knight is proud, aloof, and tormented by memories of war.
Though living in seclusion, he is named guardian to a fellow officer's ward. Instead of the young homeless waif he was expecting, however, Miranda FitzHubert is a stunning, passionate beauty who invades his sanctuary and forces him back into society. Struggling to maintain honor and self-control, Damien now faces an ever greater threat: desire.
A bold, free spirit, Miranda has witnessed the darkest depths of Damien's soul--and has seen his desperate need for love. But before she can thaw his unyielding heart, she must endure a terrifying nightmare of her own. . .

Lady of Desire (2003)

With the smashing success of Lord of Fire and Lord of Ice, Gaelen Foley has confirmed her place as one of historical romance's hottest talents. Now with Lady of Desire, a breathtaking story in which a young woman's fiery beauty tames the king of thieves, she delivers her most enthralling novel yet. . . .

Impetuous Lady Jacinda Knight is the daughter of a scandalous woman--and Society predicts she'll follow in her mother's footsteps. Then one night, in flight from an arranged and loveless marriage, Jacinda finds herself alone on a dangerous street face-to-face with Billy Blade, the notorious leader of a band of thieves. His stolen kisses awaken in her a longing for a man she can never possess. A handsome outlaw running from a secret past, Billy Blade has never met a woman like Jacinda-her fiery innocence and blossoming sensuality set his rebel's heart ablaze. Having turned his back on the privilege and power of his tyrannical father's house years before, he vows to return to reclaim his title, Earl of Rackford-to win the love of the ravishing beauty who has stolen his heart.

Devil Takes a Bride (2004)

Celebrated storyteller Gaelen Foley brings her craft to new heights with Devil Takes a Bride, the seductive tale of a man bent on revenge and the beauty who teaches him to love again. . . .
In the quiet English countryside, far from the intrigues of London, Lizzie Carlisle slowly mends her broken heart, devoting herself to her new position as lady's companion to the Dowager Viscountess Strathmore---until her peaceful life is turned upside-down by a visit from "Devil" Strathmore, the old woman's untamed nephew---a dangerously handsome man whose wicked reputation hides a tortured soul.
Devlin Kimball, Lord Strathmore, has spent years adventuring on the high seas, struggling to make his peace with the tragedy that claimed the lives of his family. But now he has uncovered the dark truth about the so-called accident and swears retribution. Then, to his astonishment, his eccentric aunt's will forces him and Lizzie together, and Devlin finds his path to vengeance blocked by the stubborn but oh-so-tempting Miss Carlisle. Her passionate nature rivals his own, but disillusioned once by love, Lizzie will accept nothing less than his true devotion. . .

One Night of Sin (2005)

Renowned storyteller Gaelen Foley unfurls the seductive tale of the rakish Lord Alec Knight, who never looked for love-until it was right in front of him . . .

Lord Alec Knight, the most daring and handsome rogue in all of London, is a smooth-talking aristocrat with an abundance of high-society lady admirers. With his irresistible wit, lucky hand at the gaming tables, and enticing charisma, he can have any woman he wants. But when the only girl he would have considered marrying ties the knot with someone else, Alec realizes he doesn't want to be with just any lady—he wants to find the love of his life.
The beautiful and boldly spirited Miss Becky Ward takes his life by storm after he rescues her from peril. Alec soon learns that Becky is on the run, having uncovered a menacing secret about her cousin, the murderous Prince Mikhail Kurkov. In the midst of danger, Alec and Becky find themselves deeply drawn to each other. After the two spend an all-consuming night of sin, Becky's knight in shining armor vows on his honor to protect her until the end. But before long, Alec is protecting her with more than honor - and it seems the once untamed rake of London just may have found what he has been searching for all along . . . true love.

His Wicked Kiss (2006)

From emerald jungles to the high seas to the glittering ballrooms of Regency London, beloved author Gaelen Foley tells a sweeping, sensual tale of the ruggedly handsome Lord Jack Knight and the passionate beauty who lays claim to his heart.

An English rose blooming in the untamed jungles of South America, Eden Farraday lives a life of independence - unheard of for a lady - with her doctor-turned-scientist father. But Eden misses England desperately. When the dangerous and darkly charming Lord Jack Knight sails into her life, she seizes her chance to return to civilization, stowing away aboard his London-bound ship.

Roguish and charismatic, a self-made shipping tycoon with a shadowy past and a well-guarded heart, Jack is sailing on a vital secret mission. When the redheaded temptress is discovered aboard his vessel, he reacts with fury - and undeniable lust. Forced to protect her from his rough crew, the devilish Lord Jack demands a scandalous price in exchange for Eden's safe passage across the sea. As his wicked kiss ignites an unforgettable blaze of passion between them, Jack and Eden confront a soul-searing love that cannot be denied.

Dalle giungle di smeraldo all'alto mare ai scintillanti saloni da ballo della Londra della Reggenza, l'amata scrittrice Garlen Foley ci racconta un movimentata, sensuale racconto sul rude e affacinante Lord Jack Knight e la bellezza appassionata che cerca di reclamare il suo cuore.

Una rosa inglese sbocciata nelle giungle selvagge del Sud America, Eden Farraday vive in modo indipendente, inaudito per una lady, con il proprio padre dottore convertito a scienziato. Ma Eden sente disperatamente la mancanza dell'Inghilterra. Quando l'affascinante e cupo Lord Jack Knight irrompe nella sua vita, lei afferra la sua possibilità per tornare alla civiltà, navigando sulla nave battente bandiera londinese.

Mascalzone e carismatico, un magnate della navigazione fattosi con le proprie mani con un passato oscuro e un cuore ben custodito, Jack sta navigando con una missione segreta. Quando la rossa tentatrice viene scoperta a bordo del suo vascello, lui reagisce con furia, e innegabile passione. Costretto a proteggerla dalla sua rude ciurma, il diabolico Lord Jack richiede una prezzo scandaloso in cambio di una passaggio sicuro per Eden attraverso il mare. Mentre i suoi baci peccaminosi accendono un fiamma di passione indimenticabile tra di loro, Jack e Eden si confrontano con una amore che brucia l'anima e che non può essere negato.

Her Only Desire (2007)

In 1817 Marquess Ian Prescott cuts off his vacation to try to prevent a major war from occurring in India. The English plan to end the deadly assaults of the lethal Pindari Horde harming the Hindu and English. He needs to persuade King Johar the Maharajah of Janpor not to come to the aid of one of the other five kingdoms that make up the Maratha Empire as his compatriot and brother-in-law King Baji Rao protects the deadly horde inside his kingdom. Johar has a deep problem as he is honor bound to come to the aid of any Maratha Empire kingdom, but agrees with Ian that the horde is destroying innocent people including Hindus. Prim and proper Ian reaches Calcutta where he watches the un-chaperoned Georgiana Knight rescue a close friend whose husband died so she is expected to commit suicide by their families. He is attracted to her and her to him, but he fears her independent feistiness could harm his mission while she does not trust him to do the right thing by the people of India. In Janpor they reach a tentative agreement to help prevent a wider contagion even as their desire for one another ignites only to get hotter when they travel to England together. Though the behavior of the out of control George could prove dangerous to others (good intentions aside), readers will enjoy this strong historical romance that brings to life India during the Regency period. The lead couple is a fine paring of a proper aristocrat expecting certain behavior from others and a wild woman used to having her way. Yet they share courage, caring of others, and love. Gaelen Foley provides a fast-paced early nineteenth century tale. (Harriet Klausner)

Nel 1817 il Marchese Ian Prescott interrompe la sua vacanza per cercare di prevenire che si scateni una guerra in India. Il piano inglese di mettere fine ai mortali attacchi delle letali orde Pindari danneggiano sia gli Hindu che gli Inglesi. Lui ha bisogno di convincere il Re Johan, Maraja di Janpor a non andare in aiuto di uno degli altri cinque regni che compongono l'Impero Maratha mentre il suo compatriota e cognato, Re Baji Rao, protegge le ordi mortali all'interno del suo reame. Johar ha un problema profondo dato che lui è tenuto dall'onore ad andare in aiuto di ogni regno dell'Impero Maratha, ma è d'accordo con Ian che le orde stanno distruggendo persone innocenti, compresi gli Hindu. Ian, pieno di sussiego, raggiunge Calcutta dove vede Georgiana Knight, senza accompagnatrice, salvare una cara amica il cui marito è morto, dato che le sue famiglie si aspettano da lei che commetta suicidio. Lui è attratto da lei e lei da lui, ma lui teme che la sua indipendente aggressività possa danneggiare la sua missione mentre lei non si fida che lui faccia la cosa giusta per la gente dell'India. A Janpor raggiungono un accordo per aiutare a prevenire un più ampio contagio anche se il desiderio reciproco si accende solo per diventare più calso quando si mettono in viaggio per l'Inghilterra insieme. Sebbene il comportamento senza controllo di George può rivelarsi pericoloso per gli altri (buone intenzioni a parte), i lettori apprezzeranno questo forte romanzo storico che porta in vita l'India del periodo della Reggenza. La coppia protagonista è un eccellente abbinamento tra un decoroso aristocratico che si aspetto un dato comportamento dagli altri e una donna selvaggia che è abituata a fare a modo suo. Tuttavia condividono coraggio, preoccupazione per gli altri, e amore. Gaelen Foley fornisce un avvincente racconto degli inizi del diacciannovesimo secolo. (Harriet Klausner)

Her Secret Fantasy (2007)

Some say the aristocratic Balfour clan is cursed, a once-great family now in slow decline. Graceful Lily Balfour is her family's last hope, and she has come to London with one ambition a?? to marry a rich man. Her plans are placed in jeopardy, however, by the irresistible Major Derek Knight, a handsome, highborn soldier and adventurer newly returned from India. Hardened by battles on India's lawless frontiers, Derek is not just a fighter, but a notorious rake, infamous for his many dalliances. Though Derek finds no shortage of willing women in London, it is the untouchable, aloof Lily who haunts him. After one stolen moment, he hungers for more. But Derek has come to England on a vital mission, and when Lily is pledged to a wealthy man suspected of corruption, Derek must thwart the treachery that is in danger of ensnaring them botha?| The latest in the brand new Spice trilogy from Gaelen Foley, bestselling author of the wonderful Knight Miscellany series of Regency Romances.

Alcuni dicono che il clan aristocratico dei Balfour è maledetto, una volta una grande famiglia ed ora in lento declino. L'aggraziata Lily Balfour è l'ultima speranza della sua famiglia, e lei è venuta a Londra con una ambizione, di sposare un uomo ricco. I suoi piani sono messi in pericolo, tuttavia, dall'irresistibile Maggiore Derek Knigt, un affascinante, nobile soldato e avventuriero appena tornato dall'India. Indurito dalle battaglie sulle frontiere senza legge dell'India, Derek non è solo un lottatore, ma un famigerato libertino, notorio per le sue molte relazioni. Sebbene Derek non abbia problemi a trovare donne consenzienti a Londra, è l'intoccabile, distante Lily che lo perseguita. Dopo un momento rubato, lui desidera di più. Ma Derek è venuto in Inghilterra per una missione vitale, e quando Lily è corteggiata da un uomo ricco sospettato di corruzione, Derek deve affrontare il tradimento che sta mettendo in pericolo entrambi. L'ultimo nella nuova trilogia Spice di Gaelen Foley, autrice campione di vendite della meravigliosa serie Knight Miscellany di romance Regency.

Her Every Pleasure (2008)