Lady Rosella Prescott has loved one man for as long as she can remember. To her dismay, he has only ever seen her as a friend—or worse, as a little sister. Despite her best efforts to capture his attention, nothing seems to change. It frustrates her endlessly, and at times she wonders if she’s a hellion for her boldness. But in her heart, she knows she’s his hellion. If only he would look at her and truly see it.

Lucian Abbot, the Marquess of Kistleton, has desired Rosella ever since he realized she was no longer a girl, but a desirable woman. How could he act on such feelings when she is the sister of his closest friend? The impropriety of it haunts him, and he suppresses his desires, determined to honor their bond. That is, until one fateful night when his resolve shatters, and he can no longer ignore what has been in front of him all along.

With the magic of Christmas in the air and a shared wish for love, Rosella and Lucian are drawn together at last. But as the night ends, they must confront a difficult choice: to follow their hearts or honor their loyalties.

Selena Brooks would much prefer the comforts of home during Christmastide. Why the blazes would anyone want to endure a house party for a whole fortnight? Especially someone like her—a perpetual wallflower. Society had never cared about her presence, let alone noticed her. That is, until her cousin restored the family’s finances and set aside a substantial dowry for her. Suddenly, she was deemed “desirable.”

Well, they could all return to whatever holes they had crawled out of. Selena had no intention of marrying anyone who valued her for her dowry alone. Society’s dictates had already stolen enough from her, including the peace of a quiet Christmastide. But she would not bow to their expectations. The best revenge was living freely on her own terms, and she wouldn’t allow anyone—least of all a man—to dictate her future.

Kingston Rowe, Duke of Castlebury, wouldn’t have attended this house party at all if he didn’t owe a favor to a close friend. House parties had never appealed to him and the ton had proven as tiresome as ever. They all were a collection of posturing and pretentious fools.

Elena Wilson, the Dowager Countess of Dryden was forced into a marriage with an old man when she was barely out of the schoolroom. Now, at five and twenty, and a widow free from the confines of marriage, and mourning, she wants to live her life as an independent woman. She has no desire to marry, and she definitely doesnt want to be in any sort of relationship.

A lover though? That has a possibility. As long as the potential gentleman understands that it is for one night, and one night alone.

Theodore Jones, the Earl of Northfield has loved Elena for years They had even professed love for each other before she was forced to marry the man her father had chosen for her. He has never loved another, and cannot see any other woman as his wife. Hell do anything to have her, but he refuses to believe it can only be for one night.

At a holiday Christmas party they come together. That one night is far more than Elena had bargained for, and she fears that her heart isnt as dead as she once believed. Can she truly trust Theodore with her heart, and love him fully again, or will she regret ever opening herself up to the possibility of devastating pain.

Miss Emma Collins hates being a wallflower and never understood how she’d been relegated to the unnoticeable ranks of the ton. Her family was wealthy, she was reasonably attractive, and, she thought, a catch for any worthy gentleman. She decides that if the ton doesn’t want her, then they don’t deserve her. She would have her fun, and they could all be damned. What better time to do it than at Christmas? If they wished to play games with her life, then they would find themselves at the receiving end of her own. Some gifts are only meant to be experienced after all… She convinces her brother, and his new wife to have a house party and she adds some guests to the list that will be her priority over the two weeks.

Blake Spencer, Marquess of Ardmore, decides to attend a Christmastide house party out of sheer boredom. A friend persuades him that it might prove a good diversion. He is uncertain, until he realizes that a seemingly insignificant wallflower harbors Machiavellian plans that make it all worthwhile. Her games intrigue him, and before he realizes it, she has ensnared him in a trap he never anticipated.

Some games are well worth playing, particularly when, in the end, love is the true victor.

Lady Athena Thompson's family is notorious, and definitely not in a good way. Some say there is magic in their bloodline, and only through witchcraft can they lure gentlemen of good breeding into marriage.

Roman James, the Earl of Kendal, has returned home from war, injured, and determined to live his life as he pleases. He doesn't need to be charmed, but he's more than willing to be led astray. Especially when a woman as lovely as Athena is involved.

Athena and Roman are surprised by the depth of their feelings, yet rumors have a way of ruining even the purest of affections. They face difficult decisions—and may not find their choices to their liking

Lilah Stevens first season was the worst a lady could ever have. She hadn't been a mere wallflower, she'd been the Wallflower. The one that had ended up with her name on everyone lips and a ruined reputation. Before that fateful day no one had ever noticed her. Afterwards, she couldn't show her face in society without the whispers being uttered at her mere presence. It had been enough to make anyone run and hide, but she refused to allow him that satisfaction. She would make that infernal viscount rue the day they had ever crossed paths, even if it made her reputation terminally unrepairable.

Henry Collins, the Viscount of Harcrest had always been a consummate rake. He didn't see any reason to change. He loved his life and it was a grand one. As far as he was concerned, he didn't have a care in the world, and he liked it that way. He doesn't pay any attention to rumors, but after that fateful encounter he wonders if perhaps it is time he should. Surely, he couldn't have done what she suggested. Even he wasn't that depraved…

Lilah wishes she could once again embrace the identity of a wallflower, a role she used to hate, but that is a past she can never reclaim. But somehow, she starts to wonder if she had it all wrong and it might be enough to lead her to a place she never expected: love.

Lady Victoria Spencer has loved one man her entire life. Of course he never notices her. Why should he? She's a wallflower and no one pays the unwanted ladies much mind. Had she been a bit plump? Yes. Now that she no longer is, she has a plan. She's going to become a rogue wallflower, and only one man will do as her first lover.

David Brooks, Earl of Foxcroft had led a charmed life. Right up until his father died and he was forced to take responsibility for his family and the estate. His father had run the coffers nearly empty and it had been up to him to restore their fortune. He could have married an heiress, but felt that was a cowardly way out. Instead he focused on rebuilding his fortune. Now that he feels secure enough with his family's status he has decided to take a wife. Only one woman will do, but now that he can claim her, she would rather take a lover, not a husband.

All Victoria needs is a gentleman well versed in everything roguish to give her those lessons. David seizes upon the opportunity. He is more than willing to use her curiosity to his advantage. As long as in the end, he's the only rogue she wields her newfound skills on.

Scarlett Olivers life hasnt always been easy. Though many believe it has The lyrics in her songs come from her soul and the music that accompanies them from the world around her. Both help her to get through some of the toughest times in her life. When she was eighteen, she planned to marry her true love—until he abandoned her at the alter and ran away with her best friend. She threw herself into her music and built a career most would envy. Everything seems all right until the only man she loved returns and his very presence might destroy her carefully crafted facade.

Jensen JD Drake has always loved Scarlett. His one regret was leaving her behind to pursue his own dreams. He allowed her to believe he cheated on her so it would be easier for him to leave, but no woman has ever held his heart the way she has. Now a starting catcher for the Sparkle City Suns, hes come home and he intends to stake a claim on her heart once again. It wont be easy, but nothing worth having ever is.

Through all the heartache Scarlett never stopped loving JD, but she doubts she can ever trust him again. There is too many years, and uncertainty, between them to go back. Just when she starts to hope, something else threatens to destroy her and shell need JD more than ever. Healing old wounds might be the salve Scarlett needs to find the strength to survive the upcoming agony awaiting her.

Lady Cora Stephens has an enemy. A certain earl has always been the bane of her existence. Her father loved him and probably secretly wished hed been his son, not his friends. Hed tormented her when they were children, and his arrogance had only grown with age. She vowed one day to wipe the smugness away and replace it with the same pain she had endured for years.

Hayes Grant, Earl of Thornton hadnt led the charmed life most had believed—even if the fa?ade he presents to the world enhances that belief. His father was a brute of a man and beat him more times than he could count. He didnt get a reprieve until after the rotten man died, but the damage had already been inflicted, and could never be undone. Hayes lashed out at anyone that showed him kindness, not trusting its veracity—even the only girl hed ever loved. He wished he could have taken back all the things hed said to Cora over the years, but some things couldnt be changed. She would never believe he loved her. Why should she? Hed been a complete arse over the years. It was for the best though. He was too damaged to ever love her as she deserved, and the only good thing he could ever do for her was save her from himself.

Coras desire for revenge turns to something else as she learns about Hayess past. His pain had been far greater than hers, and her heart breaks for him, but it may be too late. Some wounds can never heal…even when love is given freely.