Madeline Martin

August 1939: London prepares for war as Hitler’s forces sweep across Europe. Grace Bennett has always dreamed of moving to the city, but the bunkers and drawn curtains that she finds on her arrival are not what she expected. And she certainly never imagined she’d wind up working at Primrose Hill, a dusty old bookshop nestled in the heart of London.

Through blackouts and air raids as the Blitz intensifies, Grace discovers the power of storytelling to unite her community in ways she never dreamed—a force that triumphs over even the darkest nights of the war.

A Novel of World War II

The Last Bookshop in London

From the New York Times bestselling author of "The Last Bookshop in London" comes a moving new novel inspired by the true history of America’s library spies of World War II.

Ava thought her job as a librarian at the Library of Congress would mean a quiet, routine existence. But an unexpected offer from the US military has brought her to Lisbon with a new mission: posing as a librarian while working undercover as a spy gathering intelligence.

Meanwhile, in occupied France, Elaine has begun an apprenticeship at a printing press run by members of the Resistance. It’s a job usually reserved for men, but in the war, those rules have been forgotten. Yet she knows that the Nazis are searching for the press and its printer in order to silence them.

As the battle in Europe rages, Ava and Elaine find themselves connecting through coded messages and discovering hope in the face of war.

The Librarian Spy

Keepers of Hidden Books

A heartwarming story about the power of books to bring us together, inspired by the true story of the underground library in WWII Warsaw, by the New York Times bestselling author of The Last Bookshop in London. All her life, Zofia has found comfort in two things during times of hardship: books and her best friend, Janina. But no one could have imagined the horrors of the Nazi occupation in Warsaw. As the bombs rain down and Hitler’s forces loot and destroy the city, Zofia finds that now books are also in need of saving. With the death count rising and persecution intensifying, Zofia jumps to action to save her friend and salvage whatever books she can from the wreckage, hiding them away, and even starting a clandestine book club. She and her dearest friend never surrender their love of reading, even when Janina is forced into the newly formed ghetto. But the closer Warsaw creeps toward liberation, the more dangerous life becomes for the women and their families – and escape may not be possible for everyone. As the destruction rages around them, Zofia must fight to save her friend and preserve her culture and community using the only weapon they have left - literature.

A Novel

The Keeper of Hidden Books

The Earl's Hoyden

The first in a new series, this Scottish Historical Romance featuring a female spy in the court of King James is perfect for fans of Monica McCarty and Margaret Mallory.

Mercenary Maidens - Book One

Highland Spy

In this “tightly-plotted” Scottish romance of ardor and adventure, a desperate woman finds herself losing her heart to the very man she must betray (Publishers Weekly). Young, beautiful Mariel Brandon never wanted to be a woman of intrigue. But when she and her young brother became indebted to Aaron, a fiendishly brilliant Englishman, he trained her to become a master spy and seductress—to be used however and whenever he wished. Mariel’s latest mission is to gain the confidence of Scotsman Kieran MacDonald, whose powerful clan holds a heavily fortified castle on the Isle of Skye. Mariel is to convince Kieran to take her there. If she cannot do this, she is to kill him. And if does not succeed in that, Aaron will most certainly kill her brother. What Mariel doesn’t count on is craving Kieran MacDonald almost immediately upon meeting him. Now she must keep her deadly secret from him as she devises a plan to save her brother, get her out from under Aaron’s cruel dominion, and keep her in Kieran’s strong arms forever.

Deception of a Highlander

From New York Times Bestselling Author Madeline Martin comes the first book in a playful Regency series where the girls of Lady Finch's Finishing School grow into ladies who have no intention to ever marry... A wallflower no one wants... Miss Hannah Bexley is a friend to everyone and would be the perfect bride, if only she wasn't such a hoyden. Perhaps that is why no man has made an offer of marriage... Not that it matters. The life of a country spinster will do quite nicely. That is until she's approached by the Earl of Brightstone to assist him in becoming more appealing in his search for a wife. She readily agrees. After all, they would never suit. Not when he follows the rules and she breaks them. Not when he overthinks everything and she's so very impulsive. Not when he's looking to marry and she knows she'll never receive a proposal. But hearts have a way of defying even the most pedantic minds and opposites often create the brightest sparks...

Dangerous lands yield dangerous rebels in Madeline Martin's steamy, suspenseful spin-off series from the Borderland Ladies. HE WANTS TO LOVE HER... Ewan Sutherland, Chieftain of the Sutherland clan, needs an heir, especially with his uncle intent on claiming the chieftainship. After an unsuccessful first marriage, Ewan is determined to avoid making the same mistakes--a feat made all the more difficult by the threats pushing him into marriage with his new bride. But the woman he married is not the same as the girl he once knew, and his new wife stirs an unexpected blaze of passion within him. YET SHE HAS CLOSED HER HEART... Faye Fletcher had no plans to marry, as she knows love brings the deepest hurt. But when her grandfather drags her to the Highlands, she's forced to wed in order to save her sisters. Ewan is brave and handsome and ignites a desire inside her that burns brighter than anything she's ever imagined possible. Despite the fire of attraction between them, she's determined to keep her wounded heart locked away. CAN THEIR LOVE TRULY CONQUER ALL? When family betrayals and enemy conspiracies threaten to ruin any chance they have of a blissful life together, will Faye let the pain of her past keep her sealed off, or will Ewan's patience and love guide them to happily ever after?

Borderland Rebels, Book 1

Faye's Sacrifice

From Waterloo… …to the spotlight of the ton! Days after returning from the battlefields, Seth Sinclair finds himself in a glittering ballroom with one tedious task: finding a wife. He must put aside the military and prove his worth as the new Earl of Dalton. The only problem? Lady Violet Lavell, the one woman he can’t keep his eyes off, who knew him before he went to war. How can he be worthy of her now he’s become so changed by the horrors of battle…? The London School for Ladies Book 1 — How to Tempt a Duke Book 2 — How to Start a Scandal “Add danger and mystery to a wonderful romance and you have…the perfect book! The writing, as always, is superb and the characters are complex and robust.” - Flippin’ Pages, Book Blog on How to Tempt a Duke “5 stars! [Madeline Martin] is a master at plots and complex characters, while I had my assumptions, she surprised me with many twists and turns I never saw coming, and her heroes have so many layers, they are just perfect with their flaws and strength.” — Elodie is Reading, Book Blog on How to Tempt a Duke

USA Today Bestselling Author

How to Start a Scandal

A lady’s lessons… …in temptation! When her almost fiancé proposes to someone else, Lady Eleanor is suddenly the talk of the ton! With her family in financial dire straits, Eleanor must marry before the end of the Season. Secret lessons with Charles, the dashing, infuriating—and devastatingly charming—Duke of Somersville, should help Eleanor shake off her shameful Ice Queen moniker. But how can she tempt a prospective husband when it’s the duke who ignites her desire?

How to Tempt a Duke

A dramatic enemies-to-lovers romance from New York Times bestselling author Madeline Martin! From dutiful bride... To the laird's unwilling hostage! Kidnapping Elspeth MacMillan on her way to an arranged marriage is the only way for new laird Calum Campbell to avoid more bloodshed and bargain peace for his people. Calum expects her fury but doesn't expect the feisty lass to break through his defenses into his heart. With war waging between their families, will they ever be able to yield to love? From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. Highland Alliances Book 1: The Highlander's Substitute Wife by Terri Brisbin Book 2: The Highlander's Tactical Marriage by Jenni Fletcher Book 3: The Highlander's Stolen Bride by Madeline Martin

The Highlander's Stolen Bride

A LADY WHO WILL DEFEND HER FAMILY AND HER CASTLE... Lady Marin Barrington, eldest of the Earl of Werrick's five daughters, is a born protector. Not only has she taken on the role of mistress of the castle and caregiver to her sisters upon their mother's death, she also acts in her father's stead while he is serving the king abroad. Dedicated and resolute, failure is never an option for her. So, when a reiver forces his way into the castle, Marin won't surrender easily and takes it upon herself to kill the usurper. Except plans go awry when passions are awoken and matters get complicated. A MAN WHO MUST SUCCEED NO MATTER THE COST... Bran Davidson's sister is going to be hanged, unless he agrees to take Werrick Castle. Ever a pawn in a rich man's game, Bran has no choice but to force his way into Werrick on behalf of the Scottish Middle March Warden. He quickly discovers getting into the castle is the easy part. Dealing with its mistress, however, will take every ounce of cunning and determination he can muster, especially when she turns his blood to fire. A PROMISE THAT CHANGES IT ALL... In a game where desperation and love dictate the lives of many, a simple promise can change the tide of favor and open the door to pleasure and danger alike.

Marin's Promise

From courtesan ...to society wife? When Evander, Earl of Westix, returns from the continent to claim his bride, he is shocked that the innocent vicar's daughter he once loved has become a notorious courtesan. But Lottie is so much more than the insult society hurls at her. She is resourceful and strong--after all, she's had to be to survive. Her charms are undeniable, but her heart is beyond his grasp. To win it will mean taking her from bedroom to ballroom... From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past. The London School for Ladies Book 1: How to Tempt a Duke Book 2: How to Start a Scandal Book 3: How to Wed a Courtesan

How to Wed a Courtesan

From USA Today Bestselling Author Madeline Martin comes a steamy, suspenseful Scottish romance... Bridget de Vere wants nothing more than to kill the man who slew her brother on the battlefield, a man to whom she later finds herself betrothed. Marrying Aidan MacAllister is the perfect opportunity for her to get close enough to exact her revenge, except that the more she gets to know him, the harder it is to go through with her plan and the more she is drawn to the man she is supposed to hate. When passion and vengeance collide, can enemies become lovers, or are they destined to lose everything?

The Highlander's Challenge

"After years of training under the mysterious woman she knew only as My Lady, Sylvi is no closer to finding the man with half an ear that brought about the murder of everyone in her family. Now a skilled assassin guiding a network of spies of her own, she has every resource she could want. She just hasn't found her mark. On a new assignment, Sylvi's blade misses its target, but for a change, she is grateful. Her subject, Ian, isn't just uncommonly skilled and roguishly handsome--he may know exactly where her family's murderers are. Now unlikely allies, Sylvi will have to keep Ian close enough to get the information she needs. So close, that she fails to protect her own vulnerable heart. As she and Ian become lovers, she wonders: is he a trustworthy ally? Or will he be her downfall?"--Amazon.com.

Mercenary Maidens - Book Three

Highland Wrath

Senara agrees to work as a lady's maid at Castle of Park to help ease the financial burden of her beloved family. She does not expect to have such a wicked mistress any more than she expects to find a handsome laird...or a ghost with a burning need for retribution.Gavin vowed on his father’s death bed to watch over his aunt, and regrets it every day. Especially when her new maid arrives. The woman is extraordinarily fascinating which stirs his cruel aunt’s ire. Can he protect the woman from his aunt? Even more important, can he keep himself from giving into his longing for the country lass?Theirs is a journey of treacherous pasts, painful loss, hidden longing and vengeance.----Previously released in Once Upon a Haunted Castle and Romantic Legends

A Ghostly Tale of Forbidden Love

A Midsummer Knights Romance: A Tournament World of Chivalry, Intrigue, and Passion. Book 2: A Midsummer Knights Romance series. Prequel to my Borderland Rebels series She wants to save her honorLady Isolde Maxwell's brother is more inclined to marry her off rather than defend her honor, leaving her to take matters into her own gauntlets. After stealing his armor, she heads to the Rose Citadel tournament to fight for her freedom from a man she never agreed to wed. Yet, even as Isolde is trying to escape one man, another has set his sights on her, one who is determined to catch her attention and one she cannot help but crave.He wants to save his peopleWhen yet another failed harvest threatens the welfare of his clan, Cormac Sutherland, Chieftain of the Sutherland clan needs a solution to save his people. When his twin brother proposes they attend a tournament in England and steal the betrothed noblewomen from men of a rival clan, Cormac is skeptical, especially given his lacking skills at wooing. However, once he gets to know Lady Isolde, he finds she not only earns his respect, but also stokes his passion. Can their love do both?When intrigue and betrayal come into play and a challenge threatens one's greatest love, can Cormac and Isolde survive the tournament with their hearts and lives intact? Summer, 1193. England is in turmoil, and a great tournament is scheduled near the border of Scotland and England. The greatest knights and lords from England, Scotland, Ireland, and France have gathered to compete for a great prize. There will be celebrations and jousts and feasting. It will an exhibition of chivalry and warrior skills, a breeding ground for treason...and for love.Other books in the series!Forbidden Warrior by Kris Kennedy--April 14The Highlander's Lady Knight by Madeline Martin--April 28The Highlander's Dare by Eliza Knight--May 12The Highland Knight's Revenge by Lori Ann Bailey--May 26My Victorious Knight by Laurel O'Donnell--June 9An Outlaw's Honor by Terri Brisbin--June 23Never If Not Now by Madeline Hunter--July 7

The Highlander's Lady Knight

From USA Today Bestselling Author Madeline Martin comes a steamy, suspenseful full-length novel in her Borderland Ladies series where dangerous lands make dangerous ladies... A LADY WHO WILL DEFEND HER FAMILY AND HER CASTLE... Lady Marin Barrington, eldest of the Earl of Werrick's five daughters, is a born protector. Not only has she taken on the role of mistress of the castle and caregiver to her sisters upon their mother's death, she also acts in her father's stead while he is serving the king abroad. Dedicated and resolute, failure is never an option for her. So, when a reiver forces his way into the castle, Marin won't surrender easily and takes it upon herself to kill the usurper. Except plans go awry when passions are awoken and matters get complicated. A MAN WHO MUST SUCCEED NO MATTER THE COST... Bran Davidson's sister is going to be hanged, unless he agrees to take Werrick Castle. Ever a pawn in a rich man's game, Bran has no choice but to force his way into Werrick on behalf of the Scottish Middle March Warden. He quickly discovers getting into the castle is the easy part. Dealing with its mistress, however, will take every ounce of cunning and determination he can muster, especially when she turns his blood to fire. A PROMISE THAT CHANGES IT ALL... In a game where desperation and love dictate the lives of many, a simple promise can change the tide of favor and open the door to pleasure and danger alike.

Borderland Ladies, Book 1

A WOMAN WHO THOUGHT SHE LOVED HER HUSBAND...Julia Sinclair is the new Duchess of Stedton after a whirlwind courtship that imbued her with hope for her own happily ever after. However, she hasn't seen her husband since he left immediately following their somewhat awkward wedding night. When they're both invited to a house party on the outskirts of London she intends to tell her husband she'd rather live separate lives than be unhappy, despite having once thought herself in love. A MAN DETERMINED TO WOO BACK HIS WIFE...William Sinclair, the Duke of Stedton, had urgent affairs to see to on his country estate that called him from his beautiful new wife. A timely invite to a house party presents the perfect opportunity to become reacquainted. When his plans for wooing her are interrupted by her disillusionment, he proposes a wager of sorts, something to reignite the flame of their passion. A MARRIAGE THAT BURNS WITH PASSION...When a blizzard strikes and they're forced to remain at a house party longer than expected, Will the sizzling stakes be enough to melt the frost between them, or will it truly remain the coldest winter in London? Previously published in the Dukes by the Dozen anthology

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