This is Mary Balogh at her riveting best. Everyone loves a wounded hero and Mary introduces us to an unforgettable one who discovers the healing power of love.
Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Two deeply damaged protagonists who need to forgive themselves finally acknowledge their love in this gently funny, heart-melting story that will tug at your emotions and beautifully launches Balogh's new series.
Kristen Ramsdell, Library Journal

...the heart of the tale lies in the slow-growing closeness between the alternately taciturn and blunt Hugo and the charming and gracious Gwendoline, whose social poise hides deep wounds left by a troubled marriage. Beautifully characterized and with a gracefully developed romance, this is a historical romance of unusual thoughtfulness and depth from one of the best writers in the genre.
Publishers Weekly

In the first two books of this series, Angeline Dudley Ailsbury, the Countess of Heyward, was a background character as the sister of the heroes. But her colorful and upbeat personality (not to mention her unfashionable sense) made it impossible to keep her in the background. So, 10 years after the second of the Dudley brothers' books was released, author Mary Balogh gifts readers with a "prequel" that divulges how Angeline came to be married to the solemn Earl of Heyward. Not only does the story do an impressive job of explaining some of Angeline's eccentricities (her interest in gaudy hats, why she is formal with her husband in public, and why such an outgoing and bubbly woman was so happy with a stodgy and solemn man), but it shows that Angeline's fall into love was just as dramatic and romantic as her brothers'. As she is apt to do, Balogh gifts readers with several memorable scenes, inserting wit and passion throughout.
McClatchy Tribune News Service

Regency romance doyenne Balogh pairs a staid young nobleman with a vivacious debutante in this top-notch tale. An unusually accurate portrayal of Regency society, laden with colorful period detail, makes a sparkling backdrop, and the supporting characters are delightful. Youthful Angeline's endearing mixture of breathless enthusiasm and hidden insecurity is given the perfect foil in the responsible and rather nerdy Edward, who is perpetually baffled as his rational approach fails to impress the women in his life. The charming mixture of sensual passion and hilarious confusion makes Balogh's delightful tale a must-read for Regency fans. (Aug.)
Publishers Weekly

Mary Balogh has masterfully woven a romantic tale of the importance of family, of compassion, and of love and forgiveness in this fifth book in her series about the Huxtable family. A Secret Affair will not disappoint, and you'll be pleasantly surprised by the "secrets."
Viki Ferrell, Fresh Fiction

Naturally, nothing goes as either had planned in this neatly choreographed romance that will fascinate readers as Balogh gradually peels away the layers of this complex, secrets-laden story with tantalizing skill and sympathetic care. VERDICT Poignant, thought-provoking, deliciously sensual, and completely enthralling, this polished gem is the last in the Huxtable quintet and one that Balogh's fans have been anxiously awaiting.
Library Journal

Balogh has saved the best for last; Constantine-dark, wicked, and cryptic-has a perfect foil in Hannah, and their encounters are steamy, their romance believable. Though series fans will be disappointed to see it come to a close, they couldn't ask for a better way to go out.
Publisher's Weekly

Lord Carew's Bride is a Regency romance about a very unlikely couple. Though the hero is wealthy and titled, he is plain and hindered by a disability. The heroine is beautiful and popular, but she is avoiding love. It is magical to watch their initial friendship grow into love... .This plot somehow avoids all the clichés. Sometimes, when you expect to run across one, Mary Balogh pulls off a stunning twist that turns the cliché on its head. Also Mary Balogh demonstrates her usual mastery of point of view.
Anne Marble, All About Romance

The indomitable Mary Balogh drolly pokes fun of the class system in Regency England, and gifts the reader with a thoroughly delightful tale. A Matter of Class is skillfully plotted, with beautiful and slightly flawed characters, superb story threads, and a little intrigue. Altogether, this is a charming and witty romance that will keep you smiling from start to fantastic finish. What a great way to start off a New Year!
Betty Cox, ReaderToReader.com

Fans of the popular Balogh are accustomed to her longer, more complex historical romances. Yet this slip of a novel manages to reveal a great deal about its misguided protagonists and how the past catches up with them. The happily-ever-after is never in doubt, but the unexpected denouement will have readers gasping and smiling with delight. A can't-miss choice for romance fans.
Bette-Lee Fox,Library Journal

Combining wonderful dialog, secrets, and delightful flashbacks, Balogh creates a romance that exudes sensuality without graphic descriptions. Treat yourself to a gift of excellence and sit back and relax while reading A Matter of Class. You won't be disappointed.
Marilyn Rondeau, Ck2sKwipsandKritiques.com

Seducing An Angel is a passionate tale of how two very different people find love and happiness together. This is no fluff read, but one fraught with emotion as Stephen works to comprehend the reasoning behind Cassandra's scandal and her cynical attitude, and as Cassandra learns to understand herself.
Aemelia, Night Owl Romance

With her inimitable, brilliantly nuanced sense of characterization, elegantly sensual style, and droll wit, best-seller Balogh continues to set the standard to which all other Regency historical writers aspire while delivering another addictively readable addition to her Huxtable family series.
John Charles, Booklist (starred review)

The gradually developing relationship between these fully realized, three-dimensional characters is complex, believable, and exquisitely rendered. This tender, sultry, and thoroughly satisfying volume is the next in the author's Huxtable siblings series. Balogh (At Last Comes Love) has added another jewel to her collection.
Library Journal (starred review)

At Last Comes Love is the epitome of what any great romance should be. Margaret is what every woman should strive to be: the sister with the heart of gold and the will of iron, and Duncan is a true gentleman, no matter how black everyone thinks his soul is. This is a stunning fairy-tale that will have every romantic crying out for more from this amazing series. This novel will leave you crying, laughing, cheering, and ready to fight for two characters that any reader will most definitely fall in love with!
Danielle, Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More

A multitude of fascinating threads, some cleverly unexpected, come together beautifully in this tightly woven plot that is shot through with secrets and lies and takes a hard look at what honor really means. Sparkling with sharp wit, lively repartee, and delicious sensuality, the emotionally rewarding At Last Comes Love metes out both justice and compassion; totally satisfying.
Library Journal

Wickedly sensual, Then Comes Seduction, the second book in the HUXTABLES series is a magnificent historical romance. Readers will get caught up in the lighthearted romance between Kate and Jasper, which covers deeper and, at times, darker feelings, as Jasper struggles to overcome his past. The secondary characters add appeal to the story. Brimming with humor, sensual love scenes, a delightful plot, life-like characters and romance, this story is a winner.
Dottie, RomanceJunkies.com

Then Comes Seduction is Mary Balogh at the top of her game, bringing fantastic characters to life with passion and emotion. For Catherine, family is everything and love is automatic. For Jasper, family is a bad experience, with the exception of his half-sister, Charlotte, and love is just a word. Life to him is a game where most things are a wager. Catherine is betting on love, an emotion Jasper has never felt, and the stakes are high, with winner taking all. Then Comes Seduction is emotional, humorous, sensuous, and just plain wonderful. This is a fantastic series!
Betty Cox, ReaderToReader.com

Exquisite sexual chemistry permeates this charmingly complex story that seamlessly interweaves family issues with the far-reaching effects of scandal and happily ensures another Huxtable's wedded bliss in Then Comes Seduction.
Library Journal

It's impossible to summarize in a few words the intricate relationship between these two protagonists, but here's an attempt. The scenes when they are together are sometimes feisty, sometimes sensuous, and sometimes humorous, but always feature riveting dialogue. Also know that learning what formed Jasper into the man we first meet and watching him evolve into the man he should have been is a pure treat. And be glad that Katherine, who had plenty of offers of marriage, some even from men she liked very well, has a strong enough character to keep her dreams alive.
Jane Bowers, Romance Reviews Today

I've awarded First Comes Marriage a Perfect 10 mainly for its wonderful characterization, but also for its riveting plot. It starts off with a moving prologue that cannot fail to entrap any reader. Then, in chapter one, Ms. Balogh's quick sketches of the people and the town bring them all vividly to life. The rest of the novel follows the Huxtables as they ready themselves to join Society while remaining true to themselves. As for the relationship between Vanessa and the viscount, two more mismatched people are hard to imagine, yet even as they rub each other the wrong way, a strange attraction persists.
Jane Bowers, Romance Reviews Today

Peppered with brilliant banter, laced with laughter (the proposal scene is hilarious), and tingling with sexual tension, this story of two seemingly mismatched people struggling to make their marriage work tugs at a few heartstrings and skillfully paves the way for the stories to come.
Library Journal

First Comes Marriage is classic Balogh, and what Regency period reader could ask for more? Wonderful characters, a pleasing story full of pathos, sensuality and humor, and a hint of mystery surrounding Constantine make this a one-sitting-read. Mary Balogh seems to caress each stroke of her pen to move the story at a perfect pace, thus giving the reader time to savor this wonderful tale.
Betty Cox, ReaderToReader.com

Four uniquely talented authors take on the delightful task of writing a story using the same plot twist: a couple separated by ten years meets for one night at an inn. Each novella is different and perfect in its own way; each story is destined to charm readers.
Kathe Robin, Romantic Times

Besides containing four highly romantic and entertaining stories, It Happened One Night showcases the variety and uniqueness of four popular historical romance writers' voices and talents. I recommend it most earnestly.
Jane Bowers, Romance Reviews Today

The Ideal Wife is a fascinating story of a woman who is always trying to help others, a woman with a lot of love and goodness in her heart. Miles is a sweet man who has been dominated by his mother and sisters and is content with his new wife, even though she is not what he thought he wanted. Mary Balogh draws wonderful pictures with words, and the dialogue is realistic. It is a story that will make you feel the emotions of the characters -- readers will smile throughout most of the book.
Marilyn Heyman, Romance Reviews Today

Mary Balogh once again dazzles readers with her exceptional regency romance. Beautifully written, you cannot resist being drawn into the lives of these fascinating characters. I particularly love how the hero and heroine are strong, yet vulnerable. The story keeps the reader truly entertained from beginning to end. They are not perfect, but real and flawed. Captivating romance sprinkled with sweet sensuality makes for an enjoyably rewarding read. Simply Perfect is simply enchanting.
Bonnie-Lass, Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance, and Reviewer for Karen Find Out About New Books

Over the years, in her many wonderful stories, Mary Balogh has perfected the Regency romance. In Simply Perfect, she incorporates the rigid social classes and morality in an emotional and complex love story filled with intense grief and joy. Her indelible characters stay with readers, as will Claudia and Joseph as they struggle with dilemmas that will change the direction of their lives. Simply Perfect is a superb conclusion to the Simply series.
Suan Wilson, Reviewer for freshfiction.com

A warm-hearted and feel-good story, Ms. Balogh manages to put a lot of emotion in her tales, and Simply Perfect is no exception. Readers will want to add this wonderful story to their collection -- is it any wonder that Ms. Balogh's Regencies are on the endangered list and almost impossible to find? Simply Perfect is another must-read from this talented author, and a Perfect 10.
Marilyn Heyman, Romance Reviews Today

"Web of Love is well named. It's a complex novel of relationships among very likable characters... It takes its readers to Brussels during the prewar time of frantic gaiety, through the battle [of Waterloo], and on to its aftermath with its vivid portrayal of the costs of war. Our survivors carry wounds both visible and invisible that only time and love can heal. In spite of its setting and the challenges faced by all, Web of Love is an upbeat story of family love, loyalty, courage and valor told with warmth and heart."
Jane Bowers, Romance Reviews Today

"The third in Balogh's Simply series of Regency romances, centered on a group of friends who teach at a private girls' school in Bath, is absorbing and appealing. Susanna Osbourne is one of the teachers at Miss Martin's School for Girls, a gentleman's daughter who has been alone in the world since she lost her father and her home at age 12, leaving her with depth, complexity and a cautious nature. At 23, Susanna's satisfaction with her life and career doesn't waver, even when she meets Viscount Whitleaf, Peter Edgeworth, 26, while visiting a friend's estate for the summer. Peter's good looks, charm and easy flirtation strike Susanna as frivolous, and his connection to her childhood home and early trauma frighten her. But despite Susanna being "gauche as a girl just stepping out of a schoolroom for the first time," they are drawn to each other, a friendship develops, and it looks to lead someplace both of them are afraid to go. The conflicts are mostly to do with the way Susanna and Peter resolve to accept the social realities of their time, and how in failing, they bring out the best in each other. This is an unusually subtle approach in a romance, and it works to great effect."
Publisher's Weekly

"Susanna Osbourne is enjoying a perfectly lovely holiday in the countryside until she meets the wealthy nobleman Peter Edgeworth. Despite Susanna's best efforts to let Peter know she has no interest whatsoever in him, the viscount, who is visiting a friend at a neighboring estate, insists on flirting with her. Peter's persistent charm gradually melts Susanna's icy reserve, and the two end up sharing one wonderfully romantic afternoon together. But then Susanna disappears, forcing Peter to solve the mystery of her past if he is to have any chance at all of a life with her. New York Times best-selling Balogh continues her superb Simply romance series featuring four teachers from Miss Martin's School for Girls with another exquisitely crafted Regency historical that brilliantly blends deliciously clever writing, subtly nuanced characters, and simmering sensuality into a simply sublime romance."
John Charles, Booklist

It may be just another of this Season's many balls, but by the morning after, two of the guests will be tightly caught in a web of circumstance spun with the best of intentions.

It is early morning when Lord Amberley returns home and hears disturbing sounds from the room his sister uses when visiting. But he doesn't find Madeline in distress; he finds a woman he doesn't know, gagged and tied to Mad's bed. So the trap is sprung upon these two strangers. Lord Amberley is a nurturer and protector, and offers marriage to Alex to redeem his brother's transgression.

What makes Mary Balogh's novels so hard to put down? Is it the way she gets into the hearts and souls of her characters? The very uniqueness of those characters? The way she shows us what made them the people they are, and then how love changes them for the better? It's all of those things and more. Ms. Balogh writes of Alex and her brother James with understanding and sympathy, and portrays the whole Raine family with loving warmth.

Thank you Bantam/Dell for bringing back some of Mary Balogh's early work. The Gilded Web first came out in 1989. Besides featuring a riveting romance between Alex and Amberley, it plants the seeds for the next books of the Web trilogy. We'll see more of Dominic, Madeline, and James in Web of Love and Devil's Web.

If you missed The Gilded Web the first time around, don't miss it now. If you've read it once, it contains such a wealth of emotion, it's well worth reading again.
Jane Bowers, Romance Reviews Today

"The writing is superb, with realistic dialogue, sexual tension, and a wonderful heart-wrenching story. Simply Love is a book to savor, and to read again. It is a Perfect 10. Romance doesn't get any better than this, and I dare readers to not shed a tear or two over this delightful tale. This reviewer is already looking forward to the next book in the series."
Marilyn Heyman, Romance Reviews Today

"Expectations had been high for the story of torture-maimed Sydnam Butler, the brother of Kit Butler (A Summer To Remember). But "Simply Love" has been well worth the wait: Mary Balogh doesn't disappoint her fans. The subtly drawn characters, the well thought-out story and the deeply felt emotions are truly touching. "Simply Love" is a mature read about a couple whose problems are not easily solved. They grow from their experiences and the ending is believable and emotionally satisfying. Fans of Mary Balogh will be delighted to meet the Bedwyn and Butler families again, who despite all their charms never overshadow the main couple and their story. "Simply Love" manages to fulfill all the wishes of even the most discriminating readers."
Birte Lilienthal, LoveLetter

"I'm a sucker for a "Beauty and the Beast" theme, and in the hands of the extraordinary Mary Balogh, this story transcends the genre. Sydnam and Anne are both scarred, lonely people who've survived great tragedies and learned to expect nothing from the world. Their story is tragic yet ultimately triumphant--a tale of how love can lead to healing our deepest, hidden wounds. Have a lot of time, and some tissues nearby, because you won't want to put this book down once you've started."
Lenore Howard, Fresh Fiction

"What happens when two people, scarred by life, meet and feel an instant connection? How will they overcome their past to begin a new chapter? Do they want to break free of those chains? Are they brave enough, and strong enough to try? These are the questions that must be faced by the main characters in Mary Balogh's newest novel, Simply Love. Two people we have met before in separate novels come together in this emotionally charged story of courage and compassion. Readers, be prepared for a full dose of emotion. Ms. Balogh knows how to bring it all to her stories. From belly laughs to throat-choking tears, Simply Love is simply--superlative."
Paula Klug, A Romance Review

"With more than her usual panache, Balogh returns to Regency England for a satisfying adult love story. The maturity of the novel's protagonists--who grow from their difficulties and triumphs--distinguishes this romance for the genre."
Publisher's Weekly

"It's easy to see why The Secret Pearl has remained a favorite since it was first released in 1991. It combines deep and true characterization, mystery, deeply felt passions, tragedy and hope. Though, as a reissue, it can't be nominated as our best book of 2005, I'm still awarding it RRT's Perfect 10. It's one terrific novel, whether it's a first-time read, a second, or a tenth."
Jane Bowers in Romance Reviews Today

"Balogh's sprightly and sensual story of love at its Cinderella best is a delightful adventure that will keep readers entranced from page one."
Sandy Huseby, Book Page

"When an author has created a series as beloved to readers as Balogh's Bedwyn saga, it is hard to believe that she can surpass the delights with the first installment in a new quartet. But Balogh has done just that with the erotic yet not lascivious tale of a prim schoolteacher and a rake."
Diana Tixier Herald, Booklist

"This is a charming tale of two very different people destined to fall in love. When they put aside their preconceptions and make a few concessions, they find that happily ever after is theirs. Slightly Dangerous shows that Balogh is clearly one of romance's best writers."
Dolly Moiseeff, The Daily Oakland Press

"This book rings with humor and delightful echoes of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. All in all, it's a memorable conclusion to a charming series."
Publishers Weekly

"With this series, Balogh has created a wonderfully romantic world of Regency culture and society. Readers will miss the honorable Bedwyns and their mates; ending the series with Wulfric's story is icing on the cake. Highly recommended."
Bette-Lee Fox, Library Journal

"Slightly Sinful is utterly enchanting! Witty yet poignant, it is a story of friendship, love, and family. It's a tale of second chances, of lonely people finding love and a place to belong, and of the ties of the heart that bind and bond people more firmly than bloodlines."
Susan Lantz, Romance Reviews Today

"Smart, playful and deliciously satisfying... Balogh once again delivers a clean, sprightly tale rich in both plot and character. Rachel's colorful brothel companions steal almost every scene, and silver-tongued Alleyne easily charms his way into the reader's heart. With its irrepressible characters and deft plotting, this polished romance is an ideal summer read."
Starred Review, Publishers Weekly

"With her usual great skill and impeccable understanding of the era, Balogh takes what could be a typical plotline and turns it into a tale with great emotional depth and strong character development, then sets that love story against an exciting historical backdrop. This is what a great Regency romance should be and what Balogh does best. A glorious romance and marvelous story that lifts your spirits."
Kathe Robin, Romantic Times Book Club Magazine

"Slightly Tempted, the fourth book in the Bedwyn family series is a fabulous and fascinating tale of betrayal and revenge, scandal and intrigue, love and war. Morgan and Gervase are likeable, engaging characters, with foibles and dreams, strengths and weaknesses, that make them wonderfully real. Their road to happily ever after is strewn with obstacles, but the journey, although difficult at times, is a rewarding one for both of them.
"Master storyteller Mary Balogh has an unparalleled talent for creating complex, compelling characters who come alive on the pages and for conveying her characters' deepest emotions. With a subplot involving the presumed death of Morgan's brother, Alleyne, at Waterloo, this story is a particularly emotional one. A varied but well-drawn cast of secondary characters, including the members of Morgan's and Gervase's families, adds depth and texture to this well-wrought tale."
Susan Lantz, Romance Fiction Forum

"Freyja is every inch a Bedwyn: strong-willed, independent, and stubborn, hiding her vulnerability beneath a haughty exterior... Joshua's easygoing personality is the perfect yin to Freyja's yang, and he's so charming you can't help but like him."
Old Book Barn Gazette

"Balogh's Bedwyn family [saga continues] in fine style with this exceptionally entertaining Regency-era romance between bold Freyja Bedwyn and the mischievous Joshua Moore... Balogh's protagonists are complex and charismatic - the kind of people you hope to be sitting next to at a party. Secondary characters like Joshua's mentally handicapped cousin and a disgraced family employee also take on a life of their own. With its impeccable plotting and memorable characters, Balogh's book raises the bar for Regency romances."
Publishers Weekly

"Slightly Scandalous is a captivating, charming, and utterly beguiling tale of two people who find love when they least expect it. Freyja and Josh are an unexpected, altogether delightful couple... In many ways, they are complete opposites, but at heart, where it matters most, they are perfectly matched... Master storyteller Mary Balogh has penned another wonderfully written tale of love and passion, with characters you'll remember long after the last page is turned. I highly recommend this wonderful book! It's the newest addition to my keeper shelf, sitting next to the earlier volumes in the series."
Susan Lantz, Romance Reviews Today

"Sympathetic characters and scalding sexual tension make the second installment in Balogh's Regency-era Bedwyn family series a truly engrossing read... Balogh's surefooted story possesses an abundance of character and class."
Publishers Weekly

"This is the kind of book that one buys romance for, in my opinion. If you like strong characters, an engaging story, and plenty of sexual tension, you will love Slightly Wicked."
Barbara R. Hume in Reader to Reader

"Slightly Wicked is an intriguing, utterly captivating tale of love, passion, duty, and honor. Readers will fall in love with Rannulf and Judith... Master storyteller Mary Balogh has penned yet another engrossing, beguiling tale of blazing passion, heart-tugging choices, and deep, abiding love. I highly recommend this wonderful book!"
Susan Lantz, Romance Reviews Today

"Slightly Married is a masterpiece! It is a tale of duty, honor, family, love, and passion, in which two lonely, independent people fall in love despite their best intentions... Mary Balogh has an unparalleled gift for creating complex, compelling characters who come alive on the pages and for conveying her characters' deepest emotions. This book is a particularly emotional one... A large but well-drawn cast of secondary characters, including Eve's family of "lame ducks" and the Bedwyn siblings, add depth and texture to this well-written, wonderfully romantic tale.... If you like marriage of convenience stories, or deeply emotional romances that tug at your heartstrings, with characters you will remember long after the last page is turned, I highly recommend Slightly Married."
Susan Lantz, Romance Reviews Today

"I love a marriage of convenience story, and this is one of the best. Two people must become close to each other as their understanding and love grows--and all this takes place within an undownputtable story. Well-delineated characters, an engrossing story, and emotional resonance--Balogh provides them all in this book. I can't wait to read the others in the Bedwyn series."
Reader to Reader

"Ms. Balogh has created a classic love story of honor and family loyalty. This novel will be a keeper for many readers. It's a lovely reading experience of the unexpected surprises life can sometimes bring you."
The Word on Romance

"Mary Balogh's warm and emotional style of writing really makes Slightly Married shine! Her characters are wonderfully written, with a depth to them that makes a reader want to know more, even after turning the last page. Laced generously with emotionally charged scenes, Slightly Married will have you crying, laughing and sighing with dreamy delight. "
Janean Nusz for Road to Romance

"Mary Balogh begins her new six-book series on the Bedwyn Family with a Marriage of Convenience between two of the most self-sufficient characters I've ever read. Watching them find that they may actually need another person is a joy... These are wonderful, complete characters, who slowly and realistically move from strangers to lovers to friends to husband and wife. The glimpses of the other Bedwyn family members are intriguing."
Cheryl Sneed for Rakehell

"Supreme storyteller Mary Balogh has taken a common plotline (betrothal of convenience) and infused it with remarkable characters and added great emotional depth. Both Lauren and Kit carry heavy emotional burdens and the gift they give to one another is to free themselves from their pasts. By showing this kind of compassion as another aspect of love, Ms. Balogh lifts the ordinary up to the extraordinary."
Romantic Times Book Club

"This is a powerful book, filled with emotions, and the reader will feel every one of them. Save it for evenings at home and keep the tissues nearby--you'll need them."
The Oakland Press

"...an extraordinarily sensuous romance in which Balogh demonstrates that the hottest sex scenes are those that remain true to character and integral to the plot."
Booklist

"Welsh author Mary Balogh proves again that her Regency romances and historical novels are among the best being written today."
Abilene Reporter-News

"Past Balogh works have made the New York Times extended best seller list; maybe this one will rise to the top."
Library Journal

"Balogh outdoes herself with this romantic romp, crafting a truly seamless plot and peopling it with well-rounded, winning characters."
Publishers Weekly

"A more lighthearted story than Ms. Balogh's recent books, this marvelous, wonderfully romantic tale will captivate readers from the first page to the last. I highly recommend A Summer to Remember. The characters and the story will resonate in readers' hearts long after the last page is turned."
Romance Reviews Today

Mary Balogh has a gift for placing ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. For many of her characters, life is about survival first, and love becomes the reward for their sacrifices and hardships. This romantic and intensely emotional story will cast its spell on you from the first page."
Lenore Howard for Old Barn Gazette

"No Man's Mistress is an exciting Regency romance that is fun to read because the lead characters are atypical of the sub-genre's normal stars. The story line is pleasurable due to the antics of Viola and Ferdinand trying to trump one another. The return of Ferdinand's brother, the Duke of Tresham, and his wife adds a friendly tone to the delightful plot..."
Midwest Book Reviews

"A pair of strong, equally determined protagonists clash exquisitely in this lively, passionate sequel to More than a Mistress. Balogh is a noted writer of historical romances that feature strong, unconventional heroines and often test the limits of the genre."
Kristin Ramsdell for Library Journal

"I enjoyed the snap and sizzle in the heated discussions between the hero and heroine, and the realistic challenges they face due to the differences in their social status make for a lively and thrilling tale in which the author skillfully weaves intrigue and romance to keep readers glued to the pages of this memorable story.
Rendezvous

"Mary Balogh has a soaring range of emotion. This story begins as an elegant comedy, with sparkling wit and cheerful flirtation. Then things become serious, then tragic, and then soul-crushingly sad. Ms. Balogh can sweep from high notes to low notes with impossible grace, making the sad and funny blend into pure, aching joy....Mary Balogh turns old into new, sorrow into joy, and popular entertainment into high art."
Larry Rogers for Reader to Reader

"Mary Balogh has a talent for creating lead characters whose conflicts camouflage how right they are for each other....In Jocelyn and Jane the author has created two of her best--and that's saying something! ...One of the satisfying aspects of the story is seeing how Jocelyn and Jane perfectly complement each other and watching them slowly discover it too. The sexual tension between them builds convincingly--their verbal exchanges are better foreplay than pages of purple physical description."
Lesley Dunlap for The Romance Reader

"Mary Balogh is an exceptional talent....The courageous, headstrong Jane is a perfect match for the cynical, world-weary Jocelyn as they move from antagonists to lovers, discovering the true man and woman behind the masks they both wear."
Lenore Howard for Old Book Barn Gazette

"In her assured hardcover debut, Balogh serves up two Regency-era characters determined not to fall in love with each other..... The predictability of their predicament is compensated for by an authentic London high society setting and the smart, sexy dialogue between Jocelyn Dudley, Duke of Tresham, and Jane Ingleby, the two attractive, headstrong protagonists."
Publishers Weekly

"Best-selling romance author Balogh makes her hardcover debut with this luscious Regency-era delight....Balogh will delight fans and new readers alike with her memorable characters and fast-paced, well-constructed plot."
Diana Tixier Herald for Booklist

"An edgy tale that handles a sensitive subject with great style is combined with an intriguing mix of suspense and passion. This romantic story is hilarious in spots with characters who are well-rounded and lovable....a sure-fire winner from one of this genre's finest authors."
Rendezvous

"Great story! I loved every minute of it."
Alice Moisen for Annie's Book Stop

"Mary Balogh just keeps getting better and better. And there's no unwarranted sex or violence, just interesting characters and great stories to tell....an adventure well worth your time."
Helen Holzer for Atlanta Journal-Constitution

"We love Regencies and this was a good one. It has an unusual set-up and genuine emotion. Keep 'em coming."
Elizabeth Cook, Emerson and Cook Book Co.

"Humor, drama, pathos, suspense, sensuality--I loved it! I am prejudiced, though. Mary Balogh is one of my all time favorite authors. In my top three, in fact! Her writing is exquisite."
Lisa James for Book Barn

"Excellent read! Loved this book."
Kathleen Magarro for Tenafly Bookshop

"To tell you how well I enjoyed it, I was up until 4:30 in the morning after spending the day with my own kids and five extras! The twists and turns of the plot were captivating!"
Lyn Milner for Vintage Books

"The depth and multilayeredness of her characters take readers on a ride through the minds of some very complicated people. The haughty Duke of Tresham can only be characterized as a lovable bull who has found the only piece of unbreakable tupperware in a china shop. His frustration at being unable to break plastic....is an amusing thing to behold....I absolutely loved this novel!
Rubey Green, Book Hound

"A wonderfully witty and touching romance is at the heart of this exceptional Regency."
Julie Flesner for University Book Store, Iowa City

"Balogh captivates the reader with a profoundly deep, sensual, and witty love story."
S. Fulton for B. Dalton, Atlanta

"A stunningly good work of romantic fiction. Mary Balogh reaches deep and touches the heart."
Joan Johnston, New York Times bestselling author

"More than a Mistress is a winning, witty, and engaging tale that fulfilled all of my romantic fantasies. A new Mary Balogh book is a gift every woman should give herself."
Teresa Medeiros, bestselling author

"Wise, witty and compassionate, Mary Balogh is an incomparable talent. I never miss a book."
Jill Barnett, bestselling author

"Bestselling author Balogh bursts the bounds of genre in this emotionally complex Regency. A passionate novel with mature, compelling characters who struggle for self-knowledge and for the survival of their loves, this is one of Balogh's best."
Publishers Weekly

"Mary Balogh consistently delivers beautifully written characters and emotionally complex stories with no easy answers. Lily earns our sympathy immediately, and the scenes between her and Neville are tender and heartbreaking. Whether or not you enjoy Regencies, Ms. Balogh's writing transcends any genre. I highly recommend this book to any romance reader."
Lenore Howard, Old Book Barn Gazette

"Mary Balogh sets the standard for the best in Regency Romance. One Night for Love is another shining example of her superb writing. A truly memorable book that you'll savor."
Kathe Robin, Romantic Times

"Even those readers who've never bought a Regency before will want to read this one--if for no other reason than to see that a good author can distinguish herself from the rest regardless of genre. Those of us who have discovered her before will want this one to add to the many others on our keeper shelves to be read and reread."
Lesley Dunlap for The Romance Reader

"Mary Balogh makes Christmas her very own season in another spectacular Regency love story."
Melinda Helfer in Romantic Times

"Irresistible is vintage Balogh."
Jean Mason for The Romance Reader

"This charming and witty Regency romance..."
Catherine Sias, American Library Association

"Mary Balogh reconfirms her reputation as a superlative writer of Regency romance in this well-drawn, ultimately moving love story between a war hero's widow and her longtime friend....Balogh's masterful command of the Regency period, and her skill at dramatizing subtle nuances of character, endow her books with rare and rich rewards."
Ellen Edwards, Editor

"Mary Balogh is more than just a romance writer. She is a beloved and talented weaver of tales, sculptor of characters, builder of plot. In Irresistible, she has once again created a lovely heroine and a worthy hero, then let them create the world around them. Ms. Balogh writes beautifully and enchantingly."
Rickey Mallory, Affaire de Coeur

"A rare and unique author whose significant impact on the romance genre is without question. Ms. Balogh once again delivers a stunning reading experience for lucky readers."
Melinda Helfer, Romantic Times

"A young heroine determined to be independent and a charming hero seeking vengeance deal with betrayal, treachery, and family in this compelling, somewhat unpredictable story that is passionate, complex, and beautifully Balogh."
Kristin Ramsdell, Library Journal

"What is a keeper? For this reader, a keeper is a book that stands out, that keeps you riveted, that causes you to tune out the rest of the world--one that you can't put down and one that you want to read again almost immediately. By those exacting criteria, Mary Balogh's latest Georgian historical, Thief of Dreams, is a clear keeper."
Jean Mason, The Romance Reader

"A vengeance-driven, wounded hero; a naive, charming heroine; and a host of concerned relatives combine in a story of passion, treachery, and betrayal that should appeal to those who like their historicals well crafted and on the dark and unpredictable side. Balogh is a popular writer of both Regencies and historicals that often push the boundaries of romance."
Library Journal

"Thief of Dreams is the story of innocence and love triumphing over darkness and deception. Mary Balogh describes with tender passion and aching sensitivity both the beauty of a new love unfolding, and the hard and bitter struggle with disappointment and disillusionment."
Larry Rogers for New and Used Books

"Above all, this is the story of love that transcends disabilities, whether emotional or physical. It is about acceptance and seeing the world through your loved one's eyes. It is about soulmates."
Katy Cooper, The Romance Reader

"Ms. Balogh continues to create unforgettable characters and stories that touch your heart. This is an intensely emotional book with two 'disabled' people who find hope in each other for completeness. I highly recommend this stunning book from an author who consistently sets new standards in the genre, and this latest work is no exception."
Lenore Howard, Old Book Barn Gazette

"If emotion is the hallmark of romance, this is without doubt one of the most romantic novels ever written....If you can read only one book this year, Silent Melody should be that one."
Kristen Ballard, Romance Forever Magazine

"Balogh's sharply drawn characters are set against the mores and manners of Georgian England. Her hero--painted, powdered and bejeweled--manages at the same time to be sexy, desirable, and très masculine. Thoroughly nasty villains and endearingly flawed siblings make for a cast of secondary characters who add much to an already fast moving plot."
Publishers Weekly

"Once more Mary Balogh sweeps readers away to one of England's glorious eras. Like a fine painter she uses lights and darks, shadows and brilliant colors, to illuminate her story. Readers will be enthralled with this well-crafted romance from a true talent of the genre."
Kathe Robin, Romantic Times

"Rarely does a full-length novel combine the bold passion of an epic with the quiet humor, knowing detail, and elegant manners of an old-fashioned Regency....Indiscreet is the kind of story only Mary Balogh could write, a story where love offers hope for all, and even minor characters can have deep, complex, and passionate relationships."
Larry Rogers for New and Used Books

"Mary Balogh is a superb author, whose narrative voice comments on the characters and events of her novel in an ironic tone reminiscent of Jane Austen."
Katherine Wikoff, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

"There is a reason why Mary Balogh is at the top of every Regency bestseller list. Her latest enchanting love story is ample explanation, a beautifully conceived and developed exploration of the Regency heart....Never content to produce the ordinary, Ms. Balogh fashions a remarkable romance laced with deep emotion and passionate intensity. Chalk up another classic for this super-star author."
Melinda Helfer, Romantic Times

"Rebecca Cardwell faces the worst horror of the Crimean War when her husband is killed in battle, but his best friend survives. Riddled with guilt, David Tavistock returns home knowing that Rebecca must despise him for being alive when her young, handsome bridegroom lies dead. Worse yet is David's knowledge that he has always loved Rebecca, and, in her sorrow he finds the opportunity to claim her as his own. As Julian Cardwell's foster brother, David knows everything about the charming Julian, but he has never revealed the truth about Julian's scandalous behavior. Rebecca believes she is entering a marriage of convenience, but even as she would deny her attraction to David, she begins to fall in love with him. Tangled is a brilliantly crafted novel of love that cannot be denied, of war, sorrow, and joy reborn. This is a tangled tale of three lives bound together with bonds so strong that we, as readers, feel a part of their very souls. This moving, intense, dramatic, and sensual novel showcases Ms. Balogh's remarkable talent."
Kathe Robin, Romantic Times

"High intrigue, daring exploits, a passionate love affair, what more could you want in a romance? Balogh gives us a humdinger of a tale set during the Napoleonic Wars. When Jeanne Morisette meets Robert Blake, they are teenagers and life is full of promise. Not so eleven years later, when they meet again--as spies! Great fun. Highly recommended."
Manderley Magazine

"Balogh's new epic love story is a winner...absorbing reading right up until the end."
Publishers Weekly

"Beyond the Sunrise is an utterly absorbing, powerful tale of a love that was once doomed and yet blooms again amidst the intrigue and ordeal of war. With infinite care and deft plotting Ms. Balogh spins an intricate tale with the skill of a master weaver. She draws you into the era by evoking the aura of the war and the passionate emotions of her characters. If you have never read another book by Mary Balogh then Beyond the Sunrise will be your introduction to a writer of remarkable talents."
Kathe Robin, Romantic Times

"The wondrously talented Mary Balogh adds another pearl beyond price to her string of matchless Regency bestsellers with this striking portrait of two seemingly mismatched lovers. Mary Gregg, Lady Mornington, has every intention of avoiding the company of the wastrel Lord Edmond Waite. A womanizer of the highest order, he is not the kind of man to command either her respect or her liking. A sudden thunderstorm, however, changes everything. Forced to seek shelter with him in the byways of Vauxhall Gardens, she discovers a whole new side to the man as he soothes her understandably strong fears. But comfort explodes equally suddenly into passion and in a reckless moment the two become lovers. In the light of day and appalled by her own behavior, Mary wants nothing to do with the notorious lecher, who insists on pursuing the relationship anyway. Not even her imminent betrothal to another man can deter his campaign to win Mary for his own. Ironically, the way to Mary's heart lies through the ghosts of his own past. Will he have the courage to confront them? Once again, Ms. Balogh spins a powerful web of passion as she looks deep into the souls of two lonely people who together find a very special heartsease. Provocatively conceived and developed, this unforgettable love story breaks all the rules and makes the reader beg for more."
Melinda Helfer, Romantic Times

"After the death of an unworldly minister, his spinster sister is left destitute until she receives an offer of marriage from her sibling's closest friend. How this marriage grows from one of convenience into one of deep emotion is beautifully told by this outstanding storyteller."
Melinda Helfer, Romantic Times

"Grace Howard is in limbo from past occurrences compounded further by the death of her brother. Sir Perry Lampman hopes to relieve some of the burdens from Grace's past and present situations. `Everything that occurs to a person in life seems to occur for a reason' is an adage that could certainly apply to Grace and Perry. A most unusual plot line for a Regency but it is handled with superb skill. The mixture of characters is so enchanting: lovable, stubborn, villainous and more--but is balanced with a deft hand. I applauded when the dastardly villain received his comeuppance. I strongly recommend this delightful promise of a new awakening."
Rendezvous

"Years after the abrupt termination of their relationship, two lovers meet in the unlikely surrounding of a small country village. The fresh talent of Ms. Balogh positively sparkles through strong characterizations, neat plot twists and fiery romance...Another topnotch read."
Melinda Helfer, Romantic Times