Harlequin Historical – May 2026 – Box Set 1 of 2

By Carla Kelly, Sarah Mallory, Ella Matthews

On Sale: 4/23/2026
Harlequin Historical – May 2026 – Box Set 1 of 2
Harlequin ® Historical brings you a captivating trio of thrilling new romances in one collection!
This boxset includes:

NAVY CAPTAIN’S CONVENIENT WIFE
By Carla Kelly
(Regency)
Battle-worn Captain John Beattie is dealt another blow on his return from Trafalgar. His motherless young son, Allan, has been heartlessly abandoned by those hired to care for him. Required to return immediately to active duty, John throws himself at the mercy of his late friend’s sister, Anna Fontaine… 
Anna can’t say no—the Captain’s desperate struggle to protect his son and his country touches her gentle heart. But temporarily caring for Allan backfires when rumors threaten unwed Anna’s reputation. Honorable John insists on marriage—but will Anna’s place in his family ever be more than convenient?

RESCUED BY THE RAKISH LORD
By Sarah Mallory
(Georgian)
When Lord Deveril Blackbourne meets Selina Wynter, he is intrigued. For she has all the accomplishments of a lady, but the fiery temper and spirit of a tavern maid! Then she is abducted by a dastardly suitor, and Deveril—for all his roguish reputation—can’t stand idly by…
Lord Deveril is Selina’s least likely rescuer, but when they’re stranded together in a snowstorm and her reputation is at risk, he surprises her with a gallant proposal! Deveril’s no honorable suitor, yet his actions say otherwise… Just who is the real Devil Blackbourne? Selina’s determined to find out!

FIGHTING FOR HIS FORBIDDEN MAIDEN
By Ella Matthews
(Medieval)
Comtesse Jehanne de Balladur is desperate to avoid marrying a cruel knight. Escaping her father’s French fortress is impossible—until an opportunity arises to flee with an escaping prisoner, a dashing English baron! 
Lucan must make it home to his young son. His accomplice, Jehanne, might be enchanting, but with her father, fiancé and the French army chasing them, she’s nothing but trouble! Yet, if they are to survive the journey, he must earn Jehanne’s trust—not easy, as she seems wary of all men. Lucan swore never to complicate duty with emotion, but now the biggest fight on his hands is resisting Jehanne!
 
ISBN: 9780369769855
Imprint: Harlequin Historical
On Sale: Apr 23, 2026
List price: $16.99
No of pages: 272
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Regency
BISAC 2: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Medieval
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / Collections & Anthologies
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Carla Kelly

Biography

I started writing Regencies because of interest in the Napoleonic Wars. I like writing about warfare at sea and ordinary people of the British Isles, rather than lords and ladies. In my spare time I like to read British crime fiction and history, particularly the U.S. Indian Wars. I currently live in Utah. I’m a former park ranger, and double Rita Award and Spur Award winner. I have five interesting children and four grands. Favorite authors include Robert Crais and Richard Woodman.

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Sarah Mallory

Biography

Sarah Mallory grew up in the West Country, England, telling stories. She moved to Yorkshire with her young family but after nearly 30 years living in a farmhouse on the Pennines, she has now moved to live by the sea in Scotland.  Sarah is an award-winning novelist with more than twenty books published by Harlequin Historical . She loves to hear from readers and you can reach her via her website at: www.sarahmallory.com

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Ella Matthews

Biography


Ella Matthews lives and works in beautiful South Wales. She writes medieval romances for Mills & Boon. When not thinking about handsome heroes she can be found walking along the coast with her husband and their two children (probably still thinking about heroes but at least pretending to be interested in everyone else).

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Harlequin Historical – May 2026 – Box Set 1 of 2<br /><strong>Harlequin ® Historical brings you a captivating trio of thrilling new romances in one collection!</strong><br />This boxset includes:<br /><br /><strong>NAVY CAPTAIN’S CONVENIENT WIFE</strong><br />By Carla Kelly<br />(Regency)<br />Battle-worn Captain John Beattie is dealt another blow on his return from Trafalgar. His motherless young son, Allan, has been heartlessly abandoned by those hired to care for him. Required to return immediately to active duty, John throws himself at the mercy of his late friend's sister, Anna Fontaine… <br />Anna can’t say no—the Captain’s desperate struggle to protect his son<em> and</em> his country touches her gentle heart. But temporarily caring for Allan backfires when rumors threaten unwed Anna’s reputation. Honorable John insists on marriage—but will Anna’s place in his family ever be more than convenient?<br /><br /><strong>RESCUED BY THE RAKISH LORD</strong><br />By Sarah Mallory<br />(Georgian)<br />When Lord Deveril Blackbourne meets Selina Wynter, he is intrigued. For she has all the accomplishments of a lady, but the fiery temper and spirit of a tavern maid! Then she is abducted by a dastardly suitor, and Deveril—for all his roguish reputation—can't stand idly by…<br />Lord Deveril is Selina’s least likely rescuer, but when they’re stranded together in a snowstorm and her reputation is at risk, he surprises her with a gallant proposal! Deveril’s no honorable suitor, yet his actions say otherwise… Just who is the real Devil Blackbourne? Selina’s determined to find out!<br /><br /><strong>FIGHTING FOR HIS FORBIDDEN MAIDEN</strong><br />By Ella Matthews<br />(Medieval)<br />Comtesse Jehanne de Balladur is desperate to avoid marrying a cruel knight. Escaping her father’s French fortress is impossible—until an opportunity arises to flee with an escaping prisoner, a dashing English baron! <br />Lucan must make it home to his young son. His accomplice, Jehanne, might be enchanting, but with her father, fiancé <em>and</em> the French army chasing them, she’s nothing but trouble! Yet, if they are to survive the journey, he must earn Jehanne’s trust—not easy, as she seems wary of all men. Lucan swore never to complicate duty with emotion, but now the biggest fight on his hands is resisting Jehanne!<br /> 

ISBN: 9780369769855
Imprint: Harlequin Historical
On Sale: Apr 23, 2026
List price: $16.99
No of pages: 272
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Regency
BISAC 2: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Medieval
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / Collections & Anthologies
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:
BISAC 6:

Carla Kelly

Biography

<p>I started writing Regencies because of interest in the Napoleonic Wars. I like writing about warfare at sea and ordinary people of the British Isles, rather than lords and ladies. In my spare time I like to read British crime fiction and history, particularly the U.S. Indian Wars. I currently live in Utah. I'm a former park ranger, and double Rita Award and Spur Award winner. I have five interesting children and four grands. Favorite authors include Robert Crais and Richard Woodman.</p>gt;

Sarah Mallory

Biography

<p>Sarah Mallory grew up in the West Country, England, telling stories. She moved to Yorkshire with her young family but after nearly 30 years living in a farmhouse on the Pennines, she has now moved to live by the sea in Scotland.  Sarah is an award-winning novelist with more than twenty books published by Harlequin Historical . She loves to hear from readers and you can reach her via her website at: <a href=”http://www.sarahmallory.co”>www.sarahmallory.com</a></p>gt;

Ella Matthews

Biography

<p><br />Ella Matthews lives and works in beautiful South Wales. She writes medieval romances for Mills & Boon. When not thinking about handsome heroes she can be found walking along the coast with her husband and their two children (probably still thinking about heroes but at least pretending to be interested in everyone else).</p>gt;