Rushmore Brothers Series by Olivia Waite

Previously published as Color Me Bad.It's been ten years since Hecuba Jones last burgled her way into a darkened house, but how else can she recover the lost paintings of her artist mother? She manages to find the Earl of Underwood’s study and the four paintings she’s searching for—but just when she is about to make off with her prizes, she is discovered by the earl’s sardonic younger brother... morePreviously published as Color Me Bad.It's been ten years since Hecuba Jones last burgled her way into a darkened house, but how else can she recover the lost paintings of her artist mother? She manages to find the Earl of Underwood’s study and the four paintings she’s searching for—but just when she is about to make off with her prizes, she is discovered by the earl’s sardonic younger brother. John Rushmore has all but given up on his talents as a painter, unable to recapture the passion of earlier days. He is thrilled to have his boredom leavened by the appearance of a redheaded thief—and even more delighted to be introduced to her the following night in an elegant Society ballroom. Miss Hecuba Jones is prickly and suspicious and absolutely irresistible. She’s also an inspiration. Before long John finds himself working deep into the night to try and capture the feverish, erotic visions she provokes. Soon, they reach an agreement. John will trade the four paintings she attempted to steal for four portraits of Hecuba herself. Intimate nights and candlelight soon transform artistic pleasures into physical ecstasy—but old family secrets and a blossoming scandal threaten to shatter their fragile liaison. less

Anne Pym and Simon Rushmore are still reeling from the scandalous marriage of Anne’s cousin to Simon’s brother. But Simon’s position as Earl of Underwood has shielded him from the harshest criticisms. In a bid to repair Anne’s family's shattered reputation, Simon proposes a most practical solution—he will make her his countess and they will set about the business of producing an heir. But marriage is a beginning rather than an ending, and scandal has a long life... moreAnne Pym and Simon Rushmore are still reeling from the scandalous marriage of Anne’s cousin to Simon’s brother. But Simon’s position as Earl of Underwood has shielded him from the harshest criticisms. In a bid to repair Anne’s family's shattered reputation, Simon proposes a most practical solution—he will make her his countess and they will set about the business of producing an heir. But marriage is a beginning rather than an ending, and scandal has a long life. Old hurts and new family crises threaten their burgeoning passion, even as Simon finds himself more and more eager to submit to his strong-willed wife’s every carnal command. When Anne’s bitterest secret emerges, destroying their hopes for the future, Simon must learn whether he can offer his wife enough to bring Anne a lifetime of happiness—and just how completely he is willing to submit. less