Recommendations based on Splendidby Julia Quinn

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  1. Minx

    by Julia Quinn
    A witty and independent woman navigates the social expectations of Regency England while falling in love with a charming but mysterious man.

    It takes a minx to tempt a rogue...Beautiful and feisty Henrietta Barrett has never followed the dictates of society. She manages her elderly guardian′s estate, prefers to wear breeches rather than ... (Barnes & Noble)

  2. The Viscount Who Loved Me

    by Julia Quinn
    A battle of wits and wills between a widow and a viscount, culminating in a passionate love.

    1814 promises to be another eventful season, but not, this author believes, for Anthony Bridgerton, London's most elusive bachelor, who has shown no indication that he plans to marry.,And in truth, ... (Goodreads)

  3. To Catch an Heiress

    by Julia Quinn
    A wealthy heiress is pursued by a determined and charming gentleman who seeks to win her heart and fortune.

    When Caroline Trent is kidnapped by Blake Ravenscroft, she doesn't even try to elude this dangerously handsome agent of the crown. After all, she's been running from unwanted marriage proposals. Yes, ... (Barnes & Noble)

  4. Scandal in Spring

    by Lisa Kleypas
    Daisy Bowman is forced to marry a wealthy man, but falls in love with his son. Will she choose love or duty?

    An unexpected desire., Quirky and fun-loving American heiress Daisy Bowman is the last unmarried Wallflower. Her exasperated father has informed her that if she can’t find a husband by the end of her ... (Goodreads)

  5. Something Wonderful

    by Judith McNaught
    A historical romance novel set in the 19th century, where a wealthy Duke falls in love with a beautiful and headstrong governess.

    This is a previously published edition of ISBN , 9780671737634 ,. Bestselling author Judith McNaught masterfully portrays a remarkable heroine, and an unforgettable passion, in this powerfully moving ... (Goodreads)

  6. Dream a Little Dream

    by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
    A woman's journey of self-rediscovery, overcoming obstacles with the help of a mysterious stranger.

    A Desperate Young Mother Rachel Stone's bad luck has taken a turn for the worse. With an empty wallet, a car's that's spilling smoke, and a five-year-old son to support, she's come home to a town ... (Goodreads)

  7. Saving Grace

    by Julie Garwood
    A young woman embarks on a quest to find true love while escaping danger.

    When Lady Johanna learned that she was a widow, she vowed she would never marry again. Only sixteen, already she possessed a strength of will that impressed all who looked past her golden-haired ... (Goodreads)

  8. Lady Be Good

    by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
    A romantic comedy about a high-powered businesswoman who finds love and adventure in the most unexpected places.

    “[A] sexy and whimsical modern fairy tale.” —,Greensboro News & Record, “The always-funny Susan Elizabeth Phillips…has the heat turned up all the way for this one.” —,Detroit Free Press, The only ... (Barnes & Noble)

  9. Castles

    by Julie Garwood
    A passionate romance between a medieval knight and a beautiful young woman.

    Orphaned and besieged Princess Alesandra knew that only hasty marriage to an Englishman could protect her from the turmoil in her own land. To the amusement of her makeshift guardian, Colin, younger ... (Goodreads)

  10. Slightly Dangerous

    by Mary Balogh
    A woman's struggle to rebuild her life after a scandalous past.

    BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Mary Balogh's The Secret Mistress. All of London is abuzz over the imminent arrival of Wulfric Bedwyn, the reclusive, cold-as-ice Duke of Bewcastle, at ... (Goodreads)

  11. Dream Man

    by Linda Howard
    A thrilling adventure of a woman with a mysterious past, and the man who will risk everything to keep her safe.

    Had she finally met the man she longed for...or was she dreaming? Marlie Keen was trying to lead a quiet, ordinary life. She thought the knowing – the clairvoyance that allowed her to witness crimes ... (Barnes & Noble)

  12. Ain't She Sweet?

    by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
    A romantic comedy of two mismatched lovers finding their way back to each other.

    The girl everybody loves to hate has returned to the town she'd sworn to leave behind forever. As the rich, spoiled princess of Parrish, Mississippi, Sugar Beth Carey had broken hearts, ruined ... (Barnes & Noble)

  13. And Then He Kissed Her

    by Laura Lee Guhrke
    A young woman falls in love with a notorious rake, exploring the power of love to transform.

    An expert in etiquette, Emma takes her pristine reputation seriously. But the devilish Lord Marlowe is determined to prove that some rules of proper behavior are made to be broken... Supremely ... (Goodreads)

  14. Simply Irresistible

    by Rachel Gibson
    A small-town girl becomes a famous model and returns home to find love with the town's former bad boy.

    Georgeanne Howard leaves her fiancé at the altar when she realizes she can't marry a man old enough to be her grandfather, no matter how rich he is. Hockey superstar John Kowalsky unknowingly helps ... (Goodreads)

  15. Whitney, My Love

    by Judith McNaught
    A sweeping romance of two lovers from opposite sides of society, struggling against impossible odds.

    Fresh from her triumphs in Paris society, Whitney Stone returns to England determined to win the heart of her childhood love. However, in order to save himself from ruin, her father has come to an ... (Goodreads)

  16. Tempt Me at Twilight

    by Lisa Kleypas
    A regency romance about a Lady and a Lord who must overcome their pride and prejudices in order to find each other.

    He was everything she'd sworn to avoid., Poppy Hathaway loves her unconventional family, though she longs for normalcy. Then fate leads to a meeting with Harry Rutledge, an enigmatic hotel owner and ... (Goodreads)

  17. Darkfever

    by Karen Marie Moning
    A woman searches for her missing sister in the mythic and dangerous world of the Fae.

    The novel tells the story of MacKayla Lane or "Mac", the daughter of Jack and Rainey Lane, who works as a bartender in Georgia. After learning about her sister's death Mac travels to Ireland in hopes ... (Wikipedia)

  18. The Nymph King

    by Gena Showalter
    A steamy romance between a nymph king and a human woman, with danger and adventure lurking around every corner.

    Females young and old, beautiful and plain crave Valerian's touch. None can resist his blatant sensuality and potent allure—until he steals Shaye Holling from a Florida beach and holds her prisoner ... (Barnes & Noble)

  19. Guardian Angel

    by Julie Garwood
    A romance between a powerful man and a young woman, set amidst a family feud.

    An alternate cover edition can be found here The Emerald flew across the seas, carrying the pirate Pagan – despised by the ton, whose riches he plundered, and beloved by the poor, whose plight was ... (Goodreads)

  20. Rapture in Death

    by J.D. Robb
    Detective Eve Dallas investigates a series of deaths that appear to be linked to a mysterious cult.

    They died with smiles on their faces. Three apparent suicides: a brilliant engineer, an infamous lawyer, and a controversial politician. Three strangers with nothing in common - and no obvious ... (Goodreads)

  21. The Raven Prince

    by Elizabeth Hoyt
    A forbidden romance between a duke and a governess, set in the backdrop of Regency England.

    There comes a time in a lady's life... Widowed Anna Wren is having a wretched day. After an arrogant male on horseback nearly squashes her, she arrives home to learn that she is in dire financial ... (Goodreads)

  22. Love Bites

    by Lynsay Sands
    A forbidden love story between a vampire and a human, testing the boundaries of destiny.

    True Love: Good From The First Bite... Etienne Argeneau's three hundred years of bachelorhood were at an end. Either that, or he'd be forever alone. He could only "turn" one human in his lifetime, ... (Goodreads)

  23. Much Ado About You

    by Eloisa James
    A young woman travels to England to escape scandal and finds love with a charming nobleman. A witty and romantic tale.

    When you're the oldest daughter, you don't get to have any fun! Witty, orphaned Tess Essex faces her duty: marry well and marry quickly, so she can arrange matches for her three sisters – beautiful ... (Goodreads)

  24. Fantasy Lover

    by Sherrilyn Kenyon
    A modern-day woman discovers a mystical world of secrets, and a love that transcends time.

    Cursed into an eternity of slavery by his own brother, Julian of Macedon has spent centuries in hell, where the only respite he knows is measured in a handful of weeks whenever he’s summoned through ... (Goodreads)

  25. Judgment in Death

    by J.D. Robb
    Detective Eve Dallas investigates a series of mysterious murders in New York City.

    'She stood in Purgatory and studied death. The blood and the gore of it, the ferocity of its glee. It had come to this place with the wilful temper of a child, full of heat and passion and careless ... (Goodreads)

  26. Sex, Lies, and Online Dating

    by Rachel Gibson
    A woman's journey of love, heartbreak, and growth while navigating the online dating world.

    SEX... What is it about men anyway? Bad cars, bad jobs, even bad teeth – nothing convinces them that they can't snare a Size Two Babe with a D-cup chest. And after way too many internet dates with ... (Goodreads)

  27. Moon Called

    by Patricia Briggs
    A shapeshifter embarks on a journey to reclaim her heritage and defend her people.

    Mercedes Thompson, aka Mercy, is a talented Volkswagen mechanic living in the Tri-Cities area of Washington. She also happens to be a walker, a magical being with the power to shift into a coyote at ... (Goodreads)

  28. The Cinderella Deal

    by Jennifer Crusie
    A romantic comedy about a woman determined to break the rules and find her own happily-ever-after.

    New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Crusie brings humor and storytelling magic to this modern-day romance of a match made anywhere but in heaven—but destined for a fairy-tale ending. Daisy ... (Goodreads)

  29. The Rose Garden

    by Susanna Kearsley
    A woman's journey of self-reflection and healing, as she pieces together her family's past.

    When Eva's film star sister Katrina dies, she leaves California and returns to Cornwall, where they spent their childhood summers, to scatter Katrina's ashes and in doing so return her to the place ... (Goodreads)

  30. Carnal Innocence

    by Nora Roberts
    A famous violinist seeks refuge in a small town after a stalker threatens her. She finds love and danger in unexpected places.

    Nora Roberts, bestselling author of The Reef and Genuine Lies , mixes scorching passion with icy suspense in her classic novel of murder and infatuation in a southern town now available in hardcover ... (Goodreads)