Lady Clairval's Marriage by Paula Marshall Luke Harcourt was instantly smitten when he met Mrs. Anne Cowper, the new lodger his landlady had taken in. Intrigued by her with and humor, neither could see the consequences of their growing affection for one another, or realized that only fiery strength and determination could win Luke the lady he loved…
The Passionate Friends by Meg Alexander Deception kept them apart... But this time Dan Ashburn was here to stay. Judith Aveton was ready to marry the ever-virtuous and popular Charles Truscott - until her former lover stormed back into her life! Six years ago, her stepmother's vicious lies had forced Judith to refuse Dan's proposal and send him away. And now his cold stare told her that he was beyond forgiving and had forgotten nothing. Though his return confused her, she began to see that Dan's intentions were far from virtuous. But to resist him would be the ultimate betrayal of her own deepest desires!
Paula was born in Leicester and grew up in Nottingham. After finishing school, she was employed as a research librarian, and studied for her library examinations after work.
Paula has three children, and when the third started school, she returned to work, beginning a new career as a part-time lecturer in English and general studies. After four years of teaching, it became necessary for her to gain a degree, and Paula did just that. She enrolled in the open university and spent the next four years earning a first class honors BA in history.
THE PASSIONATE FRIENDS, MEG ALEXANDER Six years ago, Judith Aveton had refused the proposal of charming Dan Ashburn, after her stepmother had slandered him horribly. But on the news of Judith's engagement to Reverend Charles Truscott. Dan had returned - knowning if he pursued Judith openly, her life would be in danger!