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Maxwell, Cathy

Overview
Works:44 works in 194 publications in 7 languages and 14,751 library holdings
Genres:Love stories  Historical fiction  Regency fiction  Christmas stories  Western stories  Romance fiction 
Classifications:ps3563.a8996, 813.6
Most widely held works about Cathy Maxwell
 
Most widely held works by Cathy Maxwell
Married in haste by Cathy Maxwell( Sound Recording )
15 editions published between 1999 and 2011 in 4 languages and held by 859 libraries worldwide
Brenn Owen, the new but impoverished Earl of Merton, is looking for a bride--one rich enough to finance his estate. When he meets Tess Hamlin, he sees a woman who is not only wealthy, but a dazzling beauty as well. To his surprise, Tess quickly accepts his proposal. But behind her eagerness lurks a secret she will do anything to hide from him.
A scandalous marriage by Cathy Maxwell( Sound Recording )
10 editions published between 2000 and 2011 in English and Undetermined and held by 766 libraries worldwide
Left pregnant and alone after a scandalous affair ends in abandonment, Leah Carrollton seeks refuge in the country, where she finds safety in the arms of Devon Marshall, Viscount Huxhold, who offers her marriage and a way to give her fatherless child a name.
In the bed of a duke by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
8 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 757 libraries worldwide
When Charlotte Cameron comes to the aid of a distressed traveler on a stormy Scottish night, she is stunned to discover that he is none other than Phillip Maddox, Duke of Colster, who had destroyed her reputation when she had refused to allow her sister to wed the powerful peer, but an enemy who is out to destroy them both forces them to work together to save their lives.
Falling in love again by Cathy Maxwell( Sound Recording )
9 editions published between 1997 and 2011 in 3 languages and held by 721 libraries worldwide
Falling in love again is set amongst the castles and woodlands of 18th-century England. Born into wealthy family, heiress Mallory Edwards honorably marries John Barron to fulfill a family obligation. Although he seems charming at first, she soon discovers that he is a beast of a man. Abandoned on her wedding night, she survives by her wit and resourcefulness until her errant husband's debts became too much for her to overcome. Facing debtor's prison, Mallory won't rest until she finds John and nullifies their marriage. But he may not be the villain she believes him to be.
The earl claims his wife by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
6 editions published between 2009 and 2010 in English and held by 672 libraries worldwide
"She'll be his perfect wife ... Preoccupied with fighting Napoleon and making love to his mistress, Brian Ranson has ignored his wife since their wedding. But now that he's become the Earl of Wright, he's ready to fetch his bride back to London. He's shocked to find she's become a bold, beautiful woman, exactly the kind he lusts after ... and she wants nothing to do with him. Gillian, Lady Wright, is desperate to seize the love she's been denied ... but not with her rakish husband! So she makes a bargain--for thirty days she'll be the perfect wife, then he'll set her free. But no matter how she hardens her heart against her damnable earl, her body begs her to surrender."--p. [4] of cover.
The wedding wager by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
9 editions published between 2001 and 2006 in 3 languages and held by 663 libraries worldwide
Looking to restore her family stables, Mary Gates heads for London to find a wealthy husband, only to find herself falling for her handsome neighbor and chief rival, Tye Barlow, who appears to be determined to thwart her quest to marry for money.
The lady is tempted by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
4 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in English and held by 651 libraries worldwide
A young widow living in the country doesn't mind that her prospects for marriage are slim- until the village matrons begin pressuring her to wed the vicar.
In the highlander's bed by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
12 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in English and held by 625 libraries worldwide
To claim victory for his clan, highland warrior Gordon Lachlan must retrieve the legendary Sword of the MacKenna from the hands of his mortal enemies, but one thing stands in his way--a headstrong beauty named Constance Cameron.
A seduction at Christmas by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
6 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in English and held by 590 libraries worldwide
Desperate and poverty-stricken, Fiona Lachlan reluctantly agrees to a plan to lure the notorious Duke of Holburn into trouble, but when the plot goes wrong, she finds herself posing as his ward and trying to help him avoid the killers on his trail.
His Christmas pleasure by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
5 editions published between 2010 and 2011 in English and held by 571 libraries worldwide
Anything can happen at Christmas!When her father threatens to marry Abigail Montross off to a man twice her age (and with thirteen children!), she decides to elope instead with the irresistibly handsome Baron de Vasconia. She knows all about his notorious reputation. He is the most seductive man in all of London, but he's vowed to protect her, so she allows herself to be tempted into his bed, promising to guard her heart at all costs. Andres believes he's entered into nothing more than a marriage of convenience with a charming and very wealthy young woman. But the days-and nights-Abigail spends in his arms soon reform this rogue. He'll do anything to gain her love-until they each discover the truth about the other and old wounds are revealed. It's the season of miracles and passion-when love not only awakens the senses but delivers the greatest gift of all . . .
The seduction of an English lady by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
6 editions published between 2003 and 2004 in English and Undetermined and held by 553 libraries worldwide
Colonel Colin Mandland has wealth, power..everything but a bride. But although there is no mistress of his newly purchased manor, Maiden Hill, there is certainly a resident maiden: Lady Rosalyn Wellborne, a stubborn beauty who steadfastly refuses to leave the place she has always called home.
The marriage contract by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
8 editions published between 2001 and 2008 in 3 languages and held by 551 libraries worldwide
Penniless Anne Burnett determines to make the best of her dreaded arranged marriage to Aidan Black, the Earl of Tiebauld, a man exiled from society by dark rumors, only to find herself falling in love with her enigmatic, proud, and seductive new husband.
Adventures of a Scottish heiress by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
15 editions published between 2002 and 2006 in 3 languages and held by 546 libraries worldwide
"She was determined to marry for love, never expecting that her adventures would lead her to a lifetime of passion. Like many a Regency miss, Lyssa Harrell longs for love, but knows her duty lies in marriage. Still, when her father promises her hand to a dissolute but well-connected lord, she does the unthinkable, she flees to Scotland... But she doesn't count on Ian Campion. The ruggedly handsome man has his orders: fetch the runaway daughter home! Ian has a price on his head and a dire need for the reward Lyssa's father offers. Tracking Lyssa down is easy enough, convincing her to return is difficult, and not seducing her is impossible... And when they return to civilization, the two must confront the most perilous adventure of all, admitting their unanticipated love."--p. [4] of cover.
Bedding the heiress by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
7 editions published between 2002 and 2007 in English and held by 529 libraries worldwide
When a loathsome rake steals one of her most cherished family heirlooms-and nearly her virtue as well!-Francesca Dunroy devises the perfect plan to put him in his place. At a ball being held in her honor-she didn't "take" in her first season, now her family is determined to get her a match in her second-she'll offer him a clandestine kiss sure to convince him to return what is rightfully hers. But in the dark hallways surrounding the ballroom, Francesca makes a terrifying mistake. She seduces the wrong man! The recipient of Francesca's caresses is none other than Justin Maddox, London's newly titled duke and most eligible bachelor. A defiant Scotsman who disdains London society, he's sworn to steer clear of the ladies of the ton, but he can't escape the memory of Francesca urgently pressing her lips upon his . . . and neither can she. But when a shocking and dangerous secret from Justin's past resurfaces, the couple will have to risk tattered reputations and treacherous enemies to nurture what has quickly become true love.
Temptation of a proper governess by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
10 editions published between 2004 and 2007 in English and Polish and held by 493 libraries worldwide
Society dictates that a governess should be modest, quiet, and keep to herself. She should never contradict her employer. And, above all, she must not attract the attention of any male in the household...
The marriage ring by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
3 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 483 libraries worldwide
When upstanding gentleman Richard Lynsted goes up against hellion Grace MacEachin, who is trying to blackmail his father, he finds himself falling in love with this fearless beauty who is on a misguided mission of justice.
The price of indiscretion by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
6 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 405 libraries worldwide
When three impoverished young ladies brought up in America decide to fulfill their late mother's dream of successful marriages and seasons, they concentrate their resources on sending the prettiest to London to make a brilliant match. But whom does she see but the man who had broken her heart years before? Alexander Haddon is no longer the rough and tumble man she once fell for, but a wealthy gentleman whose passionate nature is only just hidden under a veneer of sophistication.
Treasured vows by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
9 editions published between 1996 and 2005 in 3 languages and held by 371 libraries worldwide
"As stubborn as she is beautiful, Phadra Abbott will not be deterred when she sets her mind on something. And now that the reckless heiress has decided to track down her spendthrift explorer father, nothing is going to stand in her way -- not even her handsome, long-suffering guardian Grant Morgan. Though strong and level-headed, Grant has watched his own life go disastrously awry since he first tried to arrange the irrepressible Miss Abbott's future. And he has no choice now but to accompany Phadra on her latest misadventure -- for it's not only his sworn duty that compels him, but a raging, newly born desire to hold his maddening, enchanting adversary in his arms ... and to love her for all time. "--from cover, p. [4]
Flanna and the lawman by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
6 editions published between 2003 and 2004 in English and held by 345 libraries worldwide
Because of you by Cathy Maxwell( Book )
5 editions published between 1999 and 2006 in English and Polish and held by 324 libraries worldwide
Pretty Samantha Northrup knew her duty was to marry, but this orphaned vicar's daughter wanted to be swept off her feet by someone whose kisses made her toes curl. She never dreamed her orderly life would be turned upside down when a mysterious stranger came knocking on her door one stormy night. And when they were found in a compromising position, she found herself marrying a man she barely knew ... but couldn't resist. What Samantha doesn't know is that her unknown bridegroom is Yale Carderock, the disinherited son of a duke, banished by his father years before. Now the prodigal has returned--rich, but only somewhat reformed. Yale is bewitched by his bride's innocent fire, and he knows he's powerless to resist her awakening sensuality. But is this outcast from society worthy of her tender love?
 
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Married in haste
Alternative Names
Maxwell, Catherine
Languages
English (168)
Polish (10)
Chinese (7)
Undetermined (4)
Dutch (3)
Hungarian (1)
Italian (1)
Covers
A scandalous marriageIn the bed of a dukeFalling in love againThe wedding wagerThe lady is temptedThe seduction of an English ladyThe marriage contractAdventures of a Scottish heiress
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