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The Ruthless Rivals Collection: Desert Island Duke, the phantom of Drury Lane, and A Scandal In July.
More Davies and Montgomery Three Ruthless Rivals novellas in one volume!
Desert Island Duke
Shipwrecked on a tropical isle, Caroline 'Caro' Montgomery is furious to discover that her sole fellow castaway is her brother’s infuriating best friend, Maximillian Cavendish, the fourteenth duke of Hayworth. Max might be the most handsome man she’s ever met, but he’s teased her ever since they were children. So when Max claims to have lost his memory, Caro seizes the opportunity for revenge—and informs him he’s a lowly stable hand. As they work together to survive, attraction flares hot between them. But should Caro reveal her deception? And what will happen if Max finally remembers he’s a duke?
The Phantom of Drury Lane
Intrepid Lucy Montgomery has survived a shipwreck off Madagascar and the sweltering jungles of Brazil, but now she’s finally back in London she has something worse to deal with—her long-time nemesis Will Arden, Viscount Wade. Their one, impulsive kiss five years ago led to her humiliating rejection, so the fact that she’s never been able to forget the handsome scoundrel is vexing indeed.
When Arden challenges her to uncover the identity of the mysterious Phantom of Drury Lane, Lucy can’t say no—but her snooping might just push them both past the point of no return …
A Scandal in July
Charming bachelor Rhys Davies has absolutely no intention of falling for anyone with the surname Montgomery. The rivalry between their two families is legendary, and despite all three of his siblings succumbing to the fatal attractions of the enemy, Rhys is convinced he’s immune. Until one night, when he meets Lenore Montgomery—and promptly loses his wits.
Lenore Montgomery has wrestled a giant water snake in Brazil, chased a panther with a shoe, and survived an unfortunate shipwreck off the coast of Madagascar, but none of those things has been as difficult as seducing Rhys Davies. The stubborn man’s been ignoring her all season, so when she hears they’ll both be attending a week-long family party at his country estate, she enlists the help of her meddling relatives to prove there’s nothing as irresistible as forbidden fruit … especially when it might lead to true love.
Desert Island Duke
Shipwrecked on a tropical isle, Caroline 'Caro' Montgomery is furious to discover that her sole fellow castaway is her brother’s infuriating best friend, Maximillian Cavendish, the fourteenth duke of Hayworth. Max might be the most handsome man she’s ever met, but he’s teased her ever since they were children. So when Max claims to have lost his memory, Caro seizes the opportunity for revenge—and informs him he’s a lowly stable hand. As they work together to survive, attraction flares hot between them. But should Caro reveal her deception? And what will happen if Max finally remembers he’s a duke?
The Phantom of Drury Lane
Intrepid Lucy Montgomery has survived a shipwreck off Madagascar and the sweltering jungles of Brazil, but now she’s finally back in London she has something worse to deal with—her long-time nemesis Will Arden, Viscount Wade. Their one, impulsive kiss five years ago led to her humiliating rejection, so the fact that she’s never been able to forget the handsome scoundrel is vexing indeed.
When Arden challenges her to uncover the identity of the mysterious Phantom of Drury Lane, Lucy can’t say no—but her snooping might just push them both past the point of no return …
A Scandal in July
Charming bachelor Rhys Davies has absolutely no intention of falling for anyone with the surname Montgomery. The rivalry between their two families is legendary, and despite all three of his siblings succumbing to the fatal attractions of the enemy, Rhys is convinced he’s immune. Until one night, when he meets Lenore Montgomery—and promptly loses his wits.
Lenore Montgomery has wrestled a giant water snake in Brazil, chased a panther with a shoe, and survived an unfortunate shipwreck off the coast of Madagascar, but none of those things has been as difficult as seducing Rhys Davies. The stubborn man’s been ignoring her all season, so when she hears they’ll both be attending a week-long family party at his country estate, she enlists the help of her meddling relatives to prove there’s nothing as irresistible as forbidden fruit … especially when it might lead to true love.
318 pages, Paperback
Published April 15, 2025
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May 13, 2025
Desert Island Duke...
I loved this romance set on a desert island. It was like eating fresh coconuts and mangoes and wanting more. Max and Caro were perfection.
The Phantom of Drury Lane...
A delightful, enticing and beautifully written romance with just the right amount of witty banter and hidden desires. I love Will and Lucy, their secret pining for each other is wonderful and this Phantom of the Opera inspired love story hit all the right notes.
A Scandal in July...
Enjoyable to read, I liked the chemistry and banter between Rhys and Lenore. I thought the treasure hunt was fun and their realisation on how well suited they really are, and that true love is just another treasure to hold and not let go.
I loved this romance set on a desert island. It was like eating fresh coconuts and mangoes and wanting more. Max and Caro were perfection.
The Phantom of Drury Lane...
A delightful, enticing and beautifully written romance with just the right amount of witty banter and hidden desires. I love Will and Lucy, their secret pining for each other is wonderful and this Phantom of the Opera inspired love story hit all the right notes.
A Scandal in July...
Enjoyable to read, I liked the chemistry and banter between Rhys and Lenore. I thought the treasure hunt was fun and their realisation on how well suited they really are, and that true love is just another treasure to hold and not let go.
June 8, 2025
A collection of previously published novels linked by character.
My copy has a printing error.
The description of The Phantom of Drury Lane is switched with A Scandal in July.
Inside, the stories are correct.
My copy has a printing error.
The description of The Phantom of Drury Lane is switched with A Scandal in July.
Inside, the stories are correct.
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