Bantam Books historical romance

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Arriving as the fourth child and the third baby in three years for John and Lorraine Monk, Karyn surprised her weary but delighted mother when she turned out not to be the boy her mother had believed she would be. Since her chosen name of Philip would not work particularly well with the squirming little girl in the doctor's arms, her mother was at a loss when the nurse in the delivery room cheerfully asked her what she planned to call her new baby. They decided used the nurse's name: Karen. Later, when her father was completing her birth certificate, neither parent was entirely certain how the hastily selected name was spelled. So they improvised and spelled it with a 'Y', thinking that looked more or less right. Hence began a lifetime of Karyn having to spell her name for people, giving everyone the impression that her parents were striving to be different when they named her, when in fact they were only trying to quickly finish the paperwork and get some much-needed sleep... The music director of the show was enchanted enough by her audition to cast her, and soon afterward realized that he couldn't possibly live without her. Ultimately he whisked her away to Paris, where one soft summer evening he seated her in the garden before a magnificent sixteenth century chateau, proclaimed his undying love and asked her to marry him. Pure shock momentarily robbed Karyn of the ability to speak, which was so extraordinarily out of character for her, her poor beloved thought she was refusing him. His gaze downcast, he quietly told her she could take some time to think about it. With a little cry she threw herself against him and kissed him deeply, making it quite clear that there was no need to give the matter any further consideration... Karyn's romantic new husband, who by some strange twist of fate was named Philip, was extremely supportive of her pursuing her dream of becoming a writer. So she resigned from her job in the hectic world of fashion and advertising and set to work writing a novel, tapping away each day in a small room on a temperamental, antiquated computer. After laboring for nearly two years, she was immensely encouraged when an agent agreed to represent her before the manuscript was completed. Her optimism swiftly diminished, however, when the first rejection letters arrived, claiming her romantic historical was too dark and detailed. On the verge of abandoning her relatively short literary career, her darling husband went out and secretly purchased a new computer for her. He unveiled it with great ceremony, telling her that he absolutely believed she would be a published author one day, and that she had invested far too much time and hard work to give up. Published or not, he added tenderly, she was already a success in his eyes. The next day, she received a call from her agent telling her that her book had sold to Bantam. Surrender To A Stranger was released to critical acclaim, and was nominated Best First Book by Romantic Times. Karyn went on to write more books, winning awards along the way, and making good use of the computer her darling husband had given to her. She quickly became renowned for her powerful, sensual style, which also incorporated her own special warmth and humor. She was also known for her compelling characterizations of children, whom she adored... Karyn's beautiful young daughter, Genevieve, arrived in the spring of 1998. A theatrical little Miss who loved an audience, she immediately set to work enchanting her ecstatic parents. She was joined some three years later by her baby brother, Carson, whose sunny personality and bubbly laughter made him a perfect audience for Genevieve's constant desire to sing, dance and entertain the world around her. Most recently lovely little Adelaide has joined the family, and together they fill Karyn and her darling husband's lives with wonderful commotion and enormous amounts of laughter. As of December 2006, Monk is on a temporary break from writing to spend time with her three young children in Toronto, Canada.

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Every whispered word

Karyn Monk

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In a Conspiracy of hearts... When Lady Camelia Marshall barges uninvited into Simon Kent’s London laboratory with a business proposition, she finds the famous inventor not at all as she had imagined. Far from the elderly scholar that she expected, Kent is handsomely dishevelled, surprisingly brawny and decidedly uninterested in helping her pursue the archaeological work of her late father that could make known to the world the stirring secrets of an ancient culture and the mysterious cave paintings of the lost Tomb of Kings. The Survival of love depends on... Though intrigued by the striking unconventional beauty of Lady Camelia, Kent cannot fathom leaving behind his inventions and research to scrabble in the African dirt. But while he may not grasp the magnitude of Camelia’s proposition at once, someone else does—someone willing to go to dangerous lengths to stop Camelia…and anyone associated with her. Suddenly, seduced by the sun-kissed hair and bronzed skin of this gifted and indomitable woman, Kent finds himself drawn into a risky adventure that will lead him to an astonishing paradise he could never have imagined.

Private Arrangements

Sherry Thomas, Brenda Jackson

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To all of London society, Lord and Lady Tremaine had the ideal arrangement: a marriage based on civility, courteousness, freedom—and living on separate continents. But once upon a time, things were quite different for the Tremaines…When Gigi Rowland first laid eyes on Camden Saybrook, Lord Tremaine, the attraction was immediate and overwhelming: she simply had to have him. But what began in a spark of passion ended in betrayal the morning after their wedding—and Gigi wants to be free to marry again. Now Camden has returned from America with an outrageous demand—an heir—in exchange for Gigi’s freedom. Gigi's decision will have consequences she never imagined, as secrets are exposed, desire is rekindled—and one of London’s most admired couples must either fall in love all over again…or let each other go forever.

My Guardian Angel

Doreen Virtue, Sandra Chastain, Susan Krinard, Kay Hooper, Karyn Monk, Elizabeth Thornton

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SOMETIMES IT TAKES A LITTLE MAGIC...OR A GUARDIAN ANGEL. In these five bewitching tales from five of today's finest romance authors, love casts a spell in the most unexpected ways--with a little help from a guardian angel... — ALMOST AN ANGEL - Kay Hooper - A handsome British agent won't rest until he finds the beautiful stranger who miraculously rescued him--then vanished as quickly as she appeared. GUARDIAN OF THE HEART - Sandra Chastain - A brave young widow is left alone to fend for herself on the banks of the Rio Grande, until the ghost of her husband brings her a second chance at love. ANGEL ON MY SHOULDER - Susan Krinard - A lovely actress is torn from her lover's arms but her wily parrot houses a spirit determined to see that the two meet again. SAVING CELESTE - Karyn Monk - A Bostonian with a tragic past prevents a despairing young woman from throwing herself off a bridge, and discovers that she holds the key to his happiness. THE TROUBLE WITH ANGELS - Elizabeth Thornton - A spoiled beauty is thwarted in her adventures by a devilishly attractive gamester-turned-footman named Flynn. He is determined to save her reputation--if only he can keep his own hands off her.

Ravished

Jayne Ann Krentz, Quinn Taylor Evans, Virginia Henley

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Angels, Devils, Rebels & Rogues She is called Whiskey Kate, a sultry, street-wise beauty whose blue eyes shimmer with shadows and secrets. She has come to San Francisco in pursuit of the man who betrayed her... the man she has sworn to kill. He is known as LaPantera, a notorious outlaw with a price on his head and hate blazing in his heart. Framed for a crime he didn't commit, he fights to clear his name and reclaim his birthright. A man and a woman drawn together by revenge. A quest that will take them into the world of desperate danger and irresistible desire.

Almost a Bride

Jane Feather

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In this spectacular new romance from acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jane Feather, fate deals one stubbornly single young woman and one deceptively heartless man a shocking hand in a high-stakes bet. But is love in the cards?Jack Fortescu gambles to win, and this time his prize is not only his rival's lavish mansion but everything in it--including the man's beautiful sister! But when it comes to games, Jack has met his match. . . . Left homeless by her brother's escapade, Arabella Lacey has two appalling choices: pack her bags--or agree to marry the lunatic who's taken over her house. Why would such a handsome--and outrageously wealthy--man want such an unromantic arrangement? Arabella intends to find out, and have a little fun in the process at Jack's expense . . . literally. As Jack discovers that his reluctant bride is no ordinary beauty, he feels a stir of admiration, among other emotions, that wasn't part of the bargain. Now he's the one with everything to lose. . . .From the Paperback edition.

Not Quite a Husband

Sherry Thomas

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Their marriage lasted only slightly longer than the honeymoon—to no one’s surprise, not even Bryony Asquith's. A man as talented, handsome, and sought after by society as Leo Marsden couldn't possibly want to spend his entire life with a woman who rebelled against propriety by becoming a doctor. Why, then, three years after their annulment and half a world away, does he track her down at her clinic in the remotest corner of India? Leo has no reason to think Bryony could ever forgive him for the way he treated her, but he won't rest until he’s delivered an urgent message from her sister—and fulfilled his duty by escorting her safely back to England. But as they risk their lives for each other on the journey home, will the biggest danger be the treacherous war around them—or their rekindling passion?

Master of Paradise

Katherine O'Neal

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Katherine O'Neal, winner of the Romantic Times Award for Best Sensual Historical Romance, unveils a spectacular new novel of romantic adventure -- a tantalizing tale of a notorious pirate, a rebellious beauty, and a dangerously erotic duel of hearts... Master of Paradise As the privateer bore down on her ship, Gabrielle Ashton-Cross recognized all too well the magnificent, leonine figure at its prow. Once, she had resisted his arrogant passion, had survived his betrayal to become the toast of London. And even now she might escape him, for her sword was like lightning. Yet the moment their gazes locked across the rolling deck, she knew that Rodrigo Soro had every intention of taming her to his will at last. Gabrielle hadn't journeyed so far from home to fulfill a lifelong dream only to surrender to a pirate king. But this time when he took her in his arms, would she have the strength to fight the only man who could ever promise her paradise?