Anne Busnel Pořadí knih (chronologicky)

From New York Times bestselling author Betina Krahn comes a sparkling new historical romance series that will ignite the spirit, and the heart as two people trapped into an unwanted engagement arranged by their business rival fathers must weather scandal and burgeoning mutual attraction that will either forge a true partnership or be the ruin of both their families. Filled with with Betina's signature sparkling wit, the battle of wills between these two lovers are sure to captivate readers! When dashing, determined bachelor Rafe Townsend, and beautiful, impetuous Lauren Alcott are trapped into an engagement by their powerful business magnate fathers, their attraction suggests there may be pleasurable compensations to matrimony after all. Until an outing together puts a damper on their future... Lauren is appalled when Rafe refuses to help two women whose boat has overturned on a river. Stripping her outer clothing, she dives in to rescue them herself--delighting a nearby reporter. Soon newspapers and scandal sheets have labeled Rafe as "less than heroic," for all of London to see, while Lauren is viewed by many as brazen. Besieged by scandalous rumors, and with both their reputations in the balance, what ensues is a prickly scheme that will either forge a partnership of deception--or blaze a path to true love...

Exploring the complexities of love, the narrative delves into unexpected connections and the intricacies of relationships. Characters navigate their desires and emotions, revealing how love can shape destinies in unforeseen ways. With a blend of passion and conflict, the story examines the transformative power of love, highlighting its ability to challenge and inspire. Readers are taken on a journey that intertwines fate and free will, ultimately showcasing the unpredictable nature of romantic entanglements.

Anglie, 1819-20 Tři mladé šlechtičny se ocitnou po smrti své matky a tety bez finančních prostředků. Otčím by je rád co nejdříve provdal za kohokoli, jen aby se zbavil nákladů spojených s jejich opatrováním. Nejstarší Ava Fairchildová proto vděčně přijme nabídku k sňatku od pohledného markýze Jareda Brodericka, vévody z Middletonu. Jejich sňatek je spíše obchodní smlouva než manželství z lásky. A právě to velmi rychle Avě začne vadit, protože touží po lásce svého muže, který určitě stojí za tu námahu…