Second Sons of London

First sons inherit all. Third sons are promised to the church. Second sons do their duty and serve in the military-unless fate intervenes and turns their lives upside down. A dutiful army officer who shuns intimacy. A selfless beauty ready to start living for herself. A chance meeting in the street that leads to love. When Major Spencer Haddock's father dies, he returns to England as the Earl of Middlefield. He seeks a typical ton marriage, where his wife will provide him with an heir and possibly other children and then they go their separate ways. He intends to find his countess quickly and not waste time at boring social affairs. Lady Tessa Foster delays her come-out for several years in order to care for her ill parents. Now out of mourning, Tessa is eager to be introduced in Polite Society so she can find a husband and start a family of her own. When Spence attempts to save Tessa from a thief brandishing a knife, she turns and attacks Spence. He quickly learns that instead of the pliant woman he thought he wanted as his countess, he desires Tessa-a woman of beauty and valor who stands up for herself and those she cherishes. Can Spence change Tessa's poor opinion of him and win the heart of the woman he has come to love? Educated by the Earl is book one in the Second Sons of London, a regency romance series where seven men-who are second sons-lay claim to fabulous wealth and lofty titles and fulfill their destinies upon finding their soulmates. All books in this series can be enjoyed as standalones.

First sons inherit all. Third sons are promised to the church. Second sons do their duty and serve in the military-unless fate intervenes and turns their lives upside down. A serious duke who has been shattered by war. An opinionated beauty with no interest in marriage. A kiss that should be wrong but is more than right. Major Everett Wayland is stunned when his brother is murdered, making Ev the Duke of Camden. The shy duke meets a matchmaking beauty of the ton who, while unsuited to be his duchess, promises to help Ev find an appropriate woman to become his wife. Lady Adalyn Goulding is not easily intimidated and is a leader in polite society, occasionally matching couples together. Her cousin, Tessa, has made a love match and has a new baby, causing Adalyn to rethink her stance on marriage. When she agrees to find a stodgy duke a bride who is dignified and unapproachable, Adalyn has no idea what she's in for-especially after the dull duke kisses her-and she finds he's not quite what he seems. Will Ev convince Addie that she is everything he wants-and didn't know he needed? Debating with the Duke is the second book in the Second Sons of London, a regency romance series where seven men-who are second sons-lay claim to fabulous wealth and lofty titles and fulfill their destinies upon finding their soulmates. All books in this series can be enjoyed as standalones.

First sons inherit all. Third sons are promised to the church. Second sons do their duty and serve in the military-unless fate intervenes and turns their lives upside down. A self-assured earl who doesn't like rules. A poised beauty mature beyond her years. Neither thinks they want or need love. Major Owen Hasbury returns from the Napoleonic Wars as the new Earl of Danbury. He's ready to enjoy life and make love to as many women as he can before settling down and siring an heir. His attitude irks his two closest friends, men who have come into recent titles and made love matches. Louisa Goulding has a reputation as a bit of a bluestocking. She has served as her father's hostess since her mother's death years ago and has been an active part of the meetings in their home with her father's War Office colleagues, giving her little time for social events. With the war over, Louisa wants to fully participate in the Season and finally live a life for herself, finding a husband who will give her children. At the insistence of mutual friends, Louisa and Owen meet. She calls him out as a rake, telling him she won't waste any time on him. But her beauty and intelligence intrigue Owen. He becomes friends with Louisa, even teaching her how to kiss, finally realizing the perfect woman is right before him. Can Owen convince Louisa that he has changed-or will he lose her to another lord at the house party they attend together? Empowered by the Earl Educated by the Earl is book one in the Second Sons of London, a regency romance series where seven men-who are second sons-lay claim to fabulous wealth and lofty titles and fulfill their destinies upon finding their soulmates. All books in this series can be enjoyed as standalones.

First sons inherit all. Third sons are promised to the church. Second sons do their duty and serve in the military-unless fate intervenes and turns their lives upside down. A reticent army officer who loses a beloved brother. A personable beauty eager to make up for lost time. And one magical kiss that changes everything... Lieutenant-Colonel Percival Perry maybe be reserved, but he is an outstanding army officer. When Percy receives news of his brother's accidental drowning, he is forced to sell his commission and take up his title as Marquess of Kingston. Nightmares of the war plague Percy even as he longs for a wife and family. When he meets an attractive, spirited woman, he can barely speak and knows he made a poor impression upon her. Araminta Nicholls is two and twenty and missed making her come-out, thanks to the pesky Americans who started a war that kept her stuck in Canada for several years. Minta is ready to make up for lost time and find a husband so she can have the children she longs for. When she is introduced to a solemn marquess, Minta believes him to be much like her own shy twin and comes to have feelings for Lord Kingston. But Percy's nightmares continue, and he fears he might plunge into madness, taking Minta with him. Knowing he loves her, he makes the decision to give her up, believing he is damaged goods. But Minta is a fighter-and she isn't going anywhere. Can Minta convince Percy that opposites can make for a wonderful marriage-and that love can conquer any problem if they face it together? Made for the Marquess is the fourth book in the Second Sons of London, a regency romance series where seven men-who are second sons-lay claim to fabulous wealth and lofty titles and fulfill their destinies upon finding their soulmates. All books in this series can be enjoyed as standalones.

An affable army colonel who abruptly becomes a duke. A shy beauty who missed her come-out. And two mischievous boys who bring this pair together... A confident Colonel Winston Cutler finds himself a sudden duke when the brother he loathed perishes in a fire. Win returns to London, only to find he has two by-blow nephews to care for-and their specialty is running off their latest governess. Reserved Seraphina Nicholls returns to England after being stuck in Canada due to war with the Americans. Sera is slated to attend a house party, where she hopes to make a match with a man who is quiet and loyal. Instead, she finds herself volunteering to act as a governess to a neighboring duke's rowdy nephews. Sera wins over the boys and is dismayed when she loses her heart to the roguish duke. Win finds Sera appealing, but due to her retiring nature, he believes she would make for a terrible duchess. But Sera isn't shy with him-especially when they are kissing. Win decides no one but this erstwhile governess will make him happy. Can the outgoing Win persuade a bashful Sera that opposites can attract-and thrive-in a passion-filled marriage? Find out in USA Today bestselling author Alexa Aston's Dubious about the Duke, the fifth book in the Second Sons of London series. Each book in Second Sons of London is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order.

A reformed rogue who yearns for a love match. A widow who's been tossed from her home. A house party meant to bring lovers together... Reed Davenport is a womanizer enjoying a carefree life until his beloved father dies. Now Viscount Boxling, Reed takes his responsibilities seriously, including providing an heir. He turns to the Duchess of Camden, famed for her matchmaking skills, and puts himself in her hands, hoping he will find not only his viscountess-but love. Vanessa Hughes, Lady Hockley, is a widow whose husband made her feel worthless. With her year of mourning at an end, her stepson demands she leave the family estate. Raging at her dead husband's grave, Vanessa meets a remarkable countess who invites Vanessa to a house party she is hosting. Can Vanessa find a new husband who will see her for who she truly is-and is Reed the man who will finally bring love into her life? Find the answer in bestselling author Alexa Aston's Valued by the Viscount, the sixth book in the Second Sons of London series. Each book in the series is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order.

An army major compelled to leave the military. A lady forced to earn her living. Two souls finding a new way of life-and each other-along with love. A brutal attack leaves Major Devin Hunt missing two fingers. Unable to fire a gun, he sells his commission and takes refuge with a former fellow officer who has now become a duke. His friend offers Devin the opportunity to become the estate's steward and forge a new life. Lady Julia Birmingham loses both her parents just before she makes her come-out. Her half-brother, who never considered her family, banishes Julia from her childhood home, and she is forced to earn her living, eventually becoming the governess to the Duke of Woodmont's nephews. Devin asks the family governess to help him learn to write with his left hand, knowing keeping records is an important part of his new position. Their attraction turns into love, and Devin is ready to spend his life with Julia-until he suddenly becomes the Marquess of Bedford. Can Devin convince Julia they can have a life together-or will his new title and wealth tear them apart? Find out in bestselling author Alexa Aston's Meant for the Marquess, the final book in Second Sons of London. Each book in Second Sons of London is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order.