Love Flourishes during America’s Gilded Age Journey along in nine historical romances with those whose lives are transformed by the opulence, growth, and great changes taking place in America’s Gilded Age. Nine couples meet during these exhilarating times and work to build a future together through fighting for social reform, celebrating new opportunities for leisure activities, taking advantage of economic growth and new inventions, and more. Watch as these romances develop and legacies of faith and love are formed. Union Pacific Princess by Jennifer Uhlarik - Cheyenne, Dakota Territory, 1867 In the hell-on-wheels rail town of Cheyenne, grieving Boston socialite Dara Forsythe must choose between her estranged father; Connor, a bigwig with the Union Pacific Railroad; and Gage Wells, a former Confederate sharpshooter bent on derailing the Transcontinental Railroad’s progress. The Right Pitch by Susanne Dietze - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1876 Guarded industrialist Beck Emerson agrees to sponsor his sister’s all-female baseball team. But when pretty pitcher Winnie Myles throws a curveball that makes him team manager, it challenges his plan to play it safe in life and love. A Gift in Secret by Kathleen Y’Barbo - New Orleans, Louisiana, 1871 May Bolen offers Sam Austin a marriage of convenience. He will get to run the company that drove his into bankruptcy, and she will be free from her father’s rule to travel the world. But when Sam meets May, he knows the offer is too good to be true—or convenient—when hearts become tangled. For Richer or Poorer by Natalie Monk - Newark, New Jersey, 1885 In order to bring her starving family to New Jersey, Polish immigrant Marcella Lipski must marry wealth. So she takes Americanization lessons from the poor-but-mysterious cart driver teaching her English—and loses her heart in the process. A House of Secrets by Michelle Griep - St. Paul, MN 1890 Ladies Aide Chairman, Amanda Carston resolves to clean up St. Paul’s ramshackle housing, starting with the worst of the worst: a “haunted” house that’s secretly owned by her beau—a home that’s his only means of helping brothel girls escape from the hands of the city’s most infamous madam. Win, Place, or Show by Erica Vetsch - New York City, 1890 Beryl Valentine, a socialite with a passion for horses, finds herself falling in love with her riding instructor, a man her parents will never accept. Will she follow her parents’ wishes, or let Gard Kennedy ride away with her heart? The Fisherman’s Nymph by Jaime Jo Wright - Flambeau River, Wisconsin, 1890 The reclusive daughter of a fly-fisherman guide must read the waters for a wealthy gentleman’s sport and send him back where he belongs before he hooks her heart and takes her away from the river she was born to love. The Gardener’s Daughter by Anne Love - Bay View, Michigan, 1895 When the nephew of a prestigious Chautauqua resort founder sets his eye on the new library assistant believing her an academy student, it will take more than reciting poetry for love to bloom when he learns she’s the humble gardener’s daughter. A Tale of Two Hearts by Gabrielle Meyer - Little Falls, Minnesota, June 1899 Reputations and jobs are on the line when lady’s maid, Lucy Taylor, and neighboring footman, Elijah Boyer, compete against each other for a place of honor during the annual community appreciation event hosted by their wealthy employers.

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They’re about to become part of a world they’ve only dared dream of! Glamor and seduction are guaranteed in these Cinderella romances from USA Today bestselling authors Julia James, Dani Collins, Sharon Kendrick and Heidi Rice. A Cinderella for the Greek by USA Today bestselling author Julia James A fairy-tale for just one night! When powerful tycoon Max wants to buy her beloved late father’s glorious English country estate, Ellen can no longer hide in its shadows… And his invitation to a glamorous charity event transforms her into the belle of the ball. Where Ellen can no longer resist the devastating glint in Max’s eye…seduction! Cinderella’s Royal Seduction by USA Today bestselling author Dani Collins His until midnight… Will she choose to wear his crown? Sopi gives herself just one chance to feel like a princess in the arms of Prince Rhys. She knows it can’t go further — until the Prince stuns her with his convenient proposal! Now that Sopi has seen the man behind the royal mask, does she believe he wants her for more than desire? Cinderella in the Sicilian’s World by USA Today bestselling author Sharon Kendrick Transformed by his tantalizing touch… Finding freedom in his arms. It defies every rule billionaire Salvatore has set himself, but he just can’t resist captivatingly innocent Lina. Until he finds their impulsive encounter has cost her everything… He might never trust a woman, but he will offer her escape?in his bed! Contracted as His Cinderella Bride by USA Today bestselling author Heidi Rice From penniless delivery girl…to billionaire’s bride? The perfect summer Ally spent with gorgeous French billionaire Dominic was unforgettable. Now, Ally’s a struggling courier — and she’s stunned when her latest delivery brings her to Dominic’s door. Yet, what’s even more shocking, is his marriage proposal! From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.

He hadn't known the name of the woman he danced with at the masquerade ball. Not even after their one night of passion. For millionaire Jack Cartwright never expected to see her again. Then he received a letter informing him of his "secret" lover's name and threatening to expose the fact that working-class Lilly Miller was expecting Jack's child. He was not going to submit to blackmail. And if that meant marrying Lilly, a virtual stranger...let the wedding bells ring.

Allesandro di Vincenzo is a perfect male specimen. There's no woman he can't have--until Laura Stowe crosses his path. Laura is plain, poor and hides behind her homely appearance to avoid getting close to people. But Allesandro needs her family connections to open the door to ultimate corporate power. So he must woo the ugly duckling into his bed--where she will learn what it is to be a beautiful, desired swan.

Marrying for inheritance… or love? Lady’s maid Jane Bailey’s life is turned upside down by the arrival of wealthy gentleman Robert Kendal. Traveling together to claim her long-lost aristocratic grandfather’s inheritance, they succumb to a mutual attraction. Yet Jane knows a maid should not hope to love a gentleman, even if she’s suddenly wearing silk dresses and dining with the family. The will shockingly decrees Robert and Jane must marry, but will it ever be for more than convenience? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.