My Lord Stornaway has every reason to believe that Moira (alias Molly) Greenwood, and Perdita Brodie (alias April Spring) are lightskirts traveling with an acting troupe. In actuality Moira is Perditas cousin and governess, and their trip to Aunt Agatha went alarmingly awry--thanks to Perditas high spirits and their stolen travel funds. But the stubborn lord wont listen to their explanations… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett

Jane Halsey and her sister Belle were living with an aunt in London--and Jane knew it was time to think seriously about marrying a rich husband. But handsome, eccentric and rich Lord Romeo, who extolled all things Greek, did not fit her notions of a proper husband. Now his brother, Lord Renfrew, on the other hand, was her ideal--and way above her touch. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Esther Lowden’s country inn on the edge of Hounslow Heath benefited from the notorious highwayman called the Royal Scamp. The quality folks weren’t willing to cross the Heath at night when he was around. But Esther suspected one of her recent guests might be the highwayman, and she was determined to unmask him. Joshua Ramsay seemed too upright for such a villain, but Esther wondered… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Matchmaking was a talent of Cecilia Cummings, and she was happy to assist her cousins to bring their suitors to the sticking point. But Lord Wickham had led the gentlemen astray, and she would have to charm him in order to win this battle. Unaccountably, thoughts of Wickham and her own unmarried state intruded on Cousin Cecilias mind… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Sara Wood had not been heartbroken when her fiancé disappeared six years ago, though no one would have guessed it. And she wasnt delighted when Peter showed up again—as a widower with two young sons and his vulgar sister-in-law. Peters brother, Lord Haldiman, insisted that his brother do the right thing this time. But both Sara and Haldiman had moved on and seen new possibilities… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Constance Pethel had become accustomed to Lady Savages economies and begging letters to Lord Aiglon to provide money to refurbish his falling-down manor that they occupied. Arriving to discover this deceit, Aiglon decided to put the property on the market, depriving them of their home. But Constance learned that Aiglon was more interested in a stolen shipment of British armsand herself. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Priscilla Denver should be comfortably situated in the house her aunt sold her, but it turns out that her aunt was a trifle dishonest about what she was selling. Then theres the rattling hearth to distress Miss Denver and her companion, Miss Slack. And the darkly handsome Duke of Clavering is suspiciously persistent in wanting Prissie to sell him the house. Hmm. Something is definitely afoot, and Priscilla is just the person to tackle the problem. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally ...

Sir Edmund said: “I think it is a mistake for a man of unstable temperament to marry, dont you?” Lizzie replied: “To marry a timid lady, yes. Good gracious, is this the reason you espouse misogamy? Dont be such a gudgeon, Edmund. Find someone who is not afraid of your blustering, arm her with a stout club and marry her.” Or they could hunt for her missing diamond necklace and just pretend to be engaged… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett

Diana Beechams only use for her neighbor Lord Harrup was to get him to provide a job for her brother Ronald. So she picked up the "documents" Harrup sought, only to have them stolen. Seems Harrup, seeking a high government position, was being blackmailed by his former mistress. Undeterred by a little setback--or a little housebreaking--Diana pursued where her heart led. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

Deirdre Gowers aunt, the Duchess of Charney, had trapped Lord Belami into offering for her niece. Deirdre had accepted in order to escape having to marry someone she disliked. But now, at Beaulac for the New Years holiday, both participants were ready to renege on the engagement--until solving the mystery of the duchesss stolen diamond threw them together. Regency Romance/Mystery by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett

Anne Wickfield welcomed Alex Penholmes return from the Peninsular war, but it was his older brother shed given her heart. Charles was dead now, and as the evidence of his spendthrift ways mounted, Anne realized shed revered a spectacularly selfish man. But her growing love for Alex was still threatened by Charless legacy of debt. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest