Joan Smith

The Berkeley Brigade is faced with a beautiful and seductive French comtesse, tucked away in her little house in London but looking to ensnare not only Lord Luten, but Sir Reginald Prance and Coffen Pattle. Luten's previous knowledge of the comtesse sets his fiancé, Corinne deCoventry, on the alert, but there are more important matters, such as forged paintings, contracts for rockets-and murder. Regency Mystery/Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 1998

Reluctant Bride

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Published: 2001

Country Flirt

Joan Smith

Samantha Bright lived for Lord Monteith's visits to his estate, when he would flirt with her and tease her. But everything changed when Monteith's debauched, middle-aged uncle returned from India rich as a nabob-and looked around him for a pretty young wife. Sam was his choice and Monteith found himself rushing to protect his country friend from such a misalliance. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 1987

Drury Lane Darling

Joan Smith

Pamela Comstock and Nigel Raleigh had been “courting” for several years at their families’ behest. Neither was enthusiastic. But Nigel is helping with French actress Flawless Fleur’s memoirs and is enamored. After Fleur and her aristocratic manager, Lord Breslau, arrive at Nigel’s family home, Belmont, Fleur goes missing. Pam and Lord Breslau must separate fact from fiction to discover what has happened to the actress. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 1988

Behold, a Mystery!

Joan Smith

Jessica Greenwood lived with her Aunt Hettie for ten years, and each year the four nephews visited for New Years. But Aunt Hettie is murdered, and her will stated that if Jessica married one of the nephews, she would inherit the estate. But Gregory was rakish, Horatio was awkward, Felix was scholarly and Otto, well, Otto didn't want her. And which one of them was the murderer? Regency Romantic Suspense by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 1995

The Merry Month of May

Joan Smith

Sara Wood had not been heartbroken when her fiancé disappeared six years ago, though no one would have guessed it. And she wasn’t delighted when Peter showed up again—as a widower with two young sons and his vulgar sister-in-law. Peter’s brother, Lord Haldiman, insisted that his brother do the right thing this time. But both Sara and Haldiman had moved on and seen new possibilities… Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 1990

Let's Talk of Murder

Joan Smith

A new Berkeley Brigade mystery! Not only Lord Luten, who is hors de combat, Corinne DeCoventry, Sir Reginald Prance and Coffen Pattle but that charming rascal Lord Byron become involved in this murder. The Prince Regent wants it solved-and he's willing to give Luten a government post to do it-or so he says. There's mischief afoot, and a bawdy house comes under investigation. Regency Mystery/Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Belgrave House/Regency Reads

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Published: 2012

Lady Madeline's Folly

Joan Smith

Lady Madeline Fordwich, who acted as political hostess for her distinguished Tory father, each season acquired a protégé to advance socially and politically in London. Her former suitor, Lord Eskott, though a Whig, had become a dear friend. But Escott did not at all approve of Maddie's newest protégé, Henry Aldred, a relative with whom she appeared to be falling in love. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 2006

An Affair of the Heart

Joan Smith

The Marquis of Claymore had been rejected by the Beauty of the Season and he was determined to marry the first beautiful woman he could find to assuage his pride. There were the Wanderley twins, with Wanda as gorgeous as could be, and her twin, Ellie, obviously not in the same class. But Wanda was almost engaged…

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Published: a long time ago

Strange Capers

Joan Smith

Constance Pethel had become accustomed to Lady Savage’s “economies” and begging letters to Lord Aiglon to provide money to refurbish his falling-down manor that they occupied. Arriving to discover this deceit, Aiglon decided to put the property on the market, depriving them of their home. But Constance learned that Aiglon was more interested in a stolen shipment of British arms—and herself. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 2011

Madcap Miss

Joan Smith

At 22 Grace Farnsworth had lost her job as a governess, and had to assume a childish disguise to have enough money for a coach seat. But arriving in Wickfield hadn't solved her problem, as her old governess was away. Lord Whewett, having heard her story, offered her a hundred pounds to act his daughter to appease old Lady Healy's determination to meet her great granddaughter... Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 1990

Bath Belles

Joan Smith

Her fiancé Graham’s estate finally settled, Belle Haley, with her mother and sister, comes to London to inspect her inheritance. Though the house is tiny, wealthy Desmond Maitland expresses great interest. Apparently Graham was murdered for a large sum of money, which is still missing. Then Graham’s relatives descend, with various scoundrelly hangers-on, and the search is on—much to Belle’s chagrin. Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 1986

The Royal Scamp

Joan Smith

Esther Lowden's country inn on the edge of Hounslow Heath benefited from the notorious highwayman called the Royal Scamp. The quality folks weren't willing to cross the Heath at night when he was around. But Esther suspected one of her recent guests might be the highwayman, and she was determined to unmask him. Joshua Ramsay seemed too upright for such a villain, but Esther wondered... Regency Romance by Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Crest

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Published: 1989

Escapade

Joan Smith

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Published: 2001

Olivia

Joan Smith

Olivia Fenwick decided to become a governess after her father remarried—a very superior governess who charged a great deal for her services. While Lady Synge was eager to show off her superior employee, her younger brother, the arrogant Lord Philmot, objected to just about everything Olivia attempted to do with her two charges. Regency Romance by Jennie Gallant/Joan Smith; originally published by Fawcett Coventry

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Published: 1980