Books written by Valerie Bowman

Christmas Brides

I also have a great-uncle who's a Campbell, but we dunnae talk aboot him.” He slowed a little, drawing even with her. “I like the MacLawrys. They've stood against the landowners trying to drive their own people out of the Highlands in ...
The Untamed Earl

“Thomas.” Alexandra dropped her skirts and plunked her hands on her hips. “I thought I asked you to knock.” “It's just me, Al. Why would I want to do that?” He sauntered past her toward the window. Alexandra knew precisely what her ...
A Secret Proposal: A Secret Brides Story

Thad jumped down from the carriage and greeted his hostess Lady Lexington with a wide smile. “Mr. Hammond,” Lady Lexington said, holding her arms out to him. “You rogue. I must admit, when Thomas told me you were coming, ...
Kiss Me at Christmas: Playful Brides

“You and I are not cut from the same cloth, Knowles.” “If you kill me, we are.” Knowles grabbed anew at Daffin's arm, his complexion darkening from red to near-purple. Daffin loosened his grip only slightly.
The Scandalous Brides: Books 1-3: Secrets of a Wedding Night; Secrets of a Runaway Bride; Secrets of a Scandalous Marriage

Ronald Richardson said it too.” “What? Who is Ronald Richardson?” “A boy.” She took two steps away, wringing her hands. “The first boy I ever loved. Well, thought I loved ... I fancied him for as long as I can remember.
Secrets of a Runaway Bride

Ronald Richardson said it too.” “What? Who is Ronald Richardson?” “A boy.” She took two steps away, wringing her hands. “The first boy I ever loved. Well, thought I loved. . . I fancied him for as long as I can remember.
The Valet Who Loved Me

He's on a top-secret assignment.
The Unlikely Lady

ROMANCE IS NEVER BY THE BOOK With the war over, Garrett is determined to enjoy his bachelor's life while he can, even when it means attending a house party in celebration of a friend's wedding—and suffering Jane's notorious disdain.
Never Trust a Pirate

The seventh book in the series, Never Trust a Pirate, is inspired by Emma Orczy's The Scarlet Pimpernel. The rules of engagement were never so scandalous. . .
No Other Duke But You: A Playful Brides Novel

Besides, he knows that Delilah’s love potion can’t possibly win over Branville...since she accidentally gave it to him instead. But perhaps this is the excuse he needs to show her he’s always loved her.
The Untamed Earl

The fifth volume, The Untamed Earl, is inspired by William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew.
The Right Kind of Rogue

Bestselling author Valerie Bowman sets the stage in Regency England for her Playful Brides series, where couples' misadventures on the way to the altar are witty, romantic romps based on some of the world's most beloved plays.
The Accidental Countess

What Cass wouldn't give to take her cousin's place! When he mistakes Cass for Patience Bunbury, a fictitious friend her cousin has invented to escape social obligations...even with her future husband, Cass thinks this is her chance.
The Irresistible Rogue

The fourth entry in the series, The Irresistible Rogue, is inspired by Philip Barry's The Philadelphia Story.
The Footman and I

Let the games begin .
The Unforgettable Hero: A Playful Brides Story

To escape a forced marriage to her loathsome, social-climbing cousin, Cecelia Harcourt banks on selling a romantic novel.
Secrets of a Wedding Night

The first book in Valerie Bowman's sexy Secret Brides trilogy, Secrets of a Wedding Night HOW TO STOP A WEDDING Young, widowed, and penniless, Lily Andrews, the Countess of Merrill, has strong opinions on marriage.
Earl Lessons

He never wanted a title Fresh off the battlefield, Captain David Ellsworth has returned home to discover the shocking and unwelcome news that he’s the new Earl of Elmwood.
A Duke Like No Other

Maybe happily-ever-after can happen the second time around in A Duke Like No Other, the next Regency romance from Valerie Bowman.
The Unexpected Duchess

Bestselling author Valerie Bowman sets the stage in Regency England for her Playful Brides series, where couples' misadventures on the way to the altar are witty, romantic romps based on some of the world's most beloved plays.