Wagers and Wallflowers Series by Alyssa Clarke

She’ll shatter her husband’s reserve with one seductive kiss at a time... Accidentally compromised Prudence Merriweather marries the handsome lord of her dreams. But three years later, their marriage is unconsummated, and Lady Prue wants her husband to fall desperately in love with her. If only wishes were that simple. One wicked dare might be just what she needs to turn her marriage around, from misery to blissful happiness... moreShe’ll shatter her husband’s reserve with one seductive kiss at a time... Accidentally compromised Prudence Merriweather marries the handsome lord of her dreams. But three years later, their marriage is unconsummated, and Lady Prue wants her husband to fall desperately in love with her. If only wishes were that simple. One wicked dare might be just what she needs to turn her marriage around, from misery to blissful happiness. Soon Prue has launched a seduction campaign against her earl’s icy heart, using a library of scandalous erotic literature as her guide!Except seduction is a double-edged sword, and Prue finds her heart entangled with an earl indifferent to her love. Then the reason for their ‘marriage of convenience’ reveals itself, and Prue realizes that things aren’t so simple when it comes to matters of the heart… less

They are wallflowers, bluestockings, merry widows, and debutantes—members of a secret, exclusive Lady’s Club in Berkeley Square! There ladies indulge in daring wagers, learn to fight, read scandalous books, and learn the art of wooing the gentlemen they will bring to their knees…A proper lord. A rebellious lady. A dare that could ruin them both...Lady Charity Rutherford accepted a dare to steal back romantic letters that had the power to compromise a friend... moreThey are wallflowers, bluestockings, merry widows, and debutantes—members of a secret, exclusive Lady’s Club in Berkeley Square! There ladies indulge in daring wagers, learn to fight, read scandalous books, and learn the art of wooing the gentlemen they will bring to their knees…A proper lord. A rebellious lady. A dare that could ruin them both...Lady Charity Rutherford accepted a dare to steal back romantic letters that had the power to compromise a friend. But the last thing she expected was to encounter a mysterious gentleman doing the same job. Worse, that person was the very proper and far too handsome Earl of Ralston.Ethan Hawkins knew Lady Charity was trouble the moment he set eyes on her. The kind of trouble that kept him awake late at night with dreams of ravishing her, that resulted in breaking into houses and chasing lightning during a thunderstorm. She was too daring and unconventional for him to even consider making her his countess, yet during each moment spent with the sweet hellion, he becomes convinced they just might be perfect for each other.Until she asks for something he cannot give, and he realizes he must reveal his heart to Charity... or risk losing her forever. less

Never accept a wager to kiss a rogue. There is the danger of winning.Miss Frederica Williams accepted a dare to kiss Percy Devereaux Marquess of Wolverton, her guardian. That he is a disreputable rake, and she is hopelessly falling in love with him makes the situation far, far worse... moreNever accept a wager to kiss a rogue. There is the danger of winning.Miss Frederica Williams accepted a dare to kiss Percy Devereaux Marquess of Wolverton, her guardian. That he is a disreputable rake, and she is hopelessly falling in love with him makes the situation far, far worse. But perhaps Percy is hiding his feelings for his rebellious ward, and so things become complicated as she tries to turn her newly acquired wiles upon a far too experienced libertine while Percy is determined to try and be honorable and keep himself away from the young temptress who is under his protection.They are wallflowers, bluestockings, merry widows, and debutantes—members of a secret, exclusive Lady’s Club in Berkeley Square! There ladies indulge in daring wagers, learn to fight, read scandalous books, and learn the art of wooing the gentlemen they will bring to their knees… less

If there is ever a time to be wicked, it is when a lady is considered an unmarriageable wallflower… Firmly regulated on the shelf as a wallflower, Miss Felicity Harrington has little hope for her future. Unwilling to remain as a lady’s companion forever, she accepted a devilish earl’s outrageous offer that she pretends to be his fiancée for a few weeks.Phineas Lambton, the Earl of Wyndham, will only marry when he is ready... moreIf there is ever a time to be wicked, it is when a lady is considered an unmarriageable wallflower… Firmly regulated on the shelf as a wallflower, Miss Felicity Harrington has little hope for her future. Unwilling to remain as a lady’s companion forever, she accepted a devilish earl’s outrageous offer that she pretends to be his fiancée for a few weeks.Phineas Lambton, the Earl of Wyndham, will only marry when he is ready. To escape his family’s frequent ridiculous attempts at forcing his hand, it seemed a brilliant plan to invent a fake fiancée until his grandmother’s waning health forces him to produce his mysterious bride-to-be. Despite tender touches, long walks, and arousing kisses with the delightful Miss Harrington, Phineas knows everything between them is merely a pretense.Little did he suspect that his entire world was about to be complicated by one wickedly alluring wallflower and a scheming matchmaking grandmother. less

Lucinda Darby never dreamed that she would accidentally climb into the wrong bed during her seduction when she accepted a wicked dare! After one night of passion with Alexander, the Earl of Chisholm, Lucinda finds herself more than attracted to Alexander. Still, she is wary of involving herself too deeply as the earl is a right rogue who does not believe in attachments. Lucinda, however, will turn his world upside down as they become entangled in a tempestuous love affair.

Lady Philippa's first season had not turned out as she dreamed. There had been no grand love match. Despite following all society's rules, she was almost compromised by a lecherous fortune hunter. Shy Pippa decided that bold and decisive is what she must become. On return to Town, her first aim is to settle the score with the disgusting fortune-hunting lord. However, she did not expect her revenge to be witnessed by the reprobate rake of the ton, the Marquess of Trent... moreLady Philippa's first season had not turned out as she dreamed. There had been no grand love match. Despite following all society's rules, she was almost compromised by a lecherous fortune hunter. Shy Pippa decided that bold and decisive is what she must become. On return to Town, her first aim is to settle the score with the disgusting fortune-hunting lord. However, she did not expect her revenge to be witnessed by the reprobate rake of the ton, the Marquess of Trent.William has never encountered a woman like daringly bold, flirtatious, and tempting Lady Phillipa Carlisle. She ties him in knots he hardly understands and ruins him for all other women. His honor prevents him from acting the rogue, but his desires grow more crippling each day. Until one incendiary kiss unfurls all their pent-up passions. William does not believe in love and is not ready for marriage, but the delightful minx will not have him until he is willing to declare both… less

Lady Agatha has spent three London seasons without an offer, achingly aware that several of her friends found love matches because they dared to reach for adventures and new experiences. She is determined to take some risk hoping it just might be what she needs to make a difference in her humdrum life... moreLady Agatha has spent three London seasons without an offer, achingly aware that several of her friends found love matches because they dared to reach for adventures and new experiences. She is determined to take some risk hoping it just might be what she needs to make a difference in her humdrum life.Striding forward with her list of dares and wagers to satisfy, the last thing Agatha expects is to be caught in a compromising position with the Duke of Ranford…or that she would be forced to marry a rogue who offers none of the passion and grand love of which she dreamed. Soon Agatha has little choice but to wage a most sensual battle with her husband, where the stakes are the duke’s heart or the bitterest disappointment. less

Miss Louisa Templeton is considered the shy mouse of the secret ladies’ club held at 48 Berkeley Square but after her friends on a dare kidnapped Sebastian Colfax, the Marquess and Marsden’s cat, Queen, Louisa finds that the delectable and far too dangerous marquess is showing an unusual and scandalous interest in her!

Ambrose, the Duke of Collingswood, never expected that his best chance at fulfilling his brother’s dying wish would rest with a lady disguised as the male author S. Lovellette. Scared and shunned by all who loved him, Ambrose must insist with blackmail that Lady Drusilla remain at his country castle to complete his memoir for his niece.Ambrose never expected the lady to look upon his beastly countenance with tender desire, only the fear and repulsion to which he had grown accustomed... moreAmbrose, the Duke of Collingswood, never expected that his best chance at fulfilling his brother’s dying wish would rest with a lady disguised as the male author S. Lovellette. Scared and shunned by all who loved him, Ambrose must insist with blackmail that Lady Drusilla remain at his country castle to complete his memoir for his niece.Ambrose never expected the lady to look upon his beastly countenance with tender desire, only the fear and repulsion to which he had grown accustomed. However, Ambrose dares not reach for the love she offers so boldly, for he knows that she, too, like everyone else, will turn from him with time. Yet as their connection flares into tempestuous passion, he’ll have to put everything, including his heart, on the line or risk losing her forever. less

Love becomes the ultimate gamble when a wager turns into a passionate affair.Lady Victoria Knightly is determined to prevent her cousin from being trapped in a loveless marriage. To achieve this, she decides to spy on Ethan Darlington, the formidable Earl of Townsend, hoping to uncover secrets to thwart his courtship intentions.But Ethan, ever the strategist, counters with an audacious wager that promises high stakes and risks she hadn't anticipated... moreLove becomes the ultimate gamble when a wager turns into a passionate affair.Lady Victoria Knightly is determined to prevent her cousin from being trapped in a loveless marriage. To achieve this, she decides to spy on Ethan Darlington, the formidable Earl of Townsend, hoping to uncover secrets to thwart his courtship intentions.But Ethan, ever the strategist, counters with an audacious wager that promises high stakes and risks she hadn't anticipated. As their daring games intensify, Victoria realizes she's not just battling for her cousin's future but also wrestling with her burgeoning feelings for a man who may never take her as his bride. less

After a botched elopement, Lady Evie hatches a daring impersonate the wife of a soon-to-depart duke to gain lodging at an inn. However, an unexpected storm traps them together, igniting undeniable chemistry.As their pretend marriage morphs into nights of fiery passion, Evie grapples with her growing feelings, fearing she's diving headlong into a love that promises only heartbreak. This novella was previously published in the I Like Big Dukes and I Cannot Lie Anthology .

#Forbidden Love#Best friends to loversLady Marianne Ayles has always been acutely conscious of her stepbrother, Julian Montgomery, the dashing and mysterious Viscount Hardwick. When her stepfather, the Marquess, expresses concern over Julian’s prolonged withdrawal from social events and increasing reclusiveness, he implores Marianne to intervene... more#Forbidden Love#Best friends to loversLady Marianne Ayles has always been acutely conscious of her stepbrother, Julian Montgomery, the dashing and mysterious Viscount Hardwick. When her stepfather, the Marquess, expresses concern over Julian’s prolonged withdrawal from social events and increasing reclusiveness, he implores Marianne to intervene.Aware of Julian's steadfast resolve to avoid love, Marianne boldly suggests a risqué wager with stakes that are both daring, scandalous, and likely to lead to irrevocable heartbreak. less

The most unexpected pairings often ignite the most irresistible passion.Miss Jocelyn Evans never imagined accepting a dare to attend a masquerade ball would upend her life. A stolen moment of pleasure leaves her haunted with wicked memories of a mysterious lover, even as she finds herself unwillingly captivated by Lord Aston, the very man her stepsister aims to secure... moreThe most unexpected pairings often ignite the most irresistible passion.Miss Jocelyn Evans never imagined accepting a dare to attend a masquerade ball would upend her life. A stolen moment of pleasure leaves her haunted with wicked memories of a mysterious lover, even as she finds herself unwillingly captivated by Lord Aston, the very man her stepsister aims to secure.Adam Winters, the dashing Earl of Aston and future Duke of Stafford is bound by duty to marry from a select list of suitable debutantes to secure his family’s legacy and the fortune that will save his estates. Yet he finds himself unexpectedly mesmerized by Jocelyn. Known to society as a wallflower, her simple smile bewitches him, her gentle nature disarms him, and her undeniable sensuality threatens to overthrow his well-laid plans, forcing him to make an impossible choice between duty and love. less