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by Valerie Bowman


  “Yes, well, it wasn’t entirely easy. You asked for my help finding other ladies.”

  Christian picked up her hand and kissed Sarah’s knuckles. “You made me into a legend.”

  She squeezed his fingers and stared at him with love in her eyes. “Yes, and now you’re mine. My legendary lord.”

  Thank you for reading The Legendary Lord. I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed writing Lord Berkeley’s love story. I think he finally met his perfect match in Sarah.

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  ALSO BY VALERIE BOWMAN

  THE PLAYFUL BRIDES

  The Untamed Earl

  The Irresistible Rogue

  The Unlikely Lady

  The Accidental Countess

  The Unexpected Duchess

  THE SECRET BRIDES

  Secrets of a Scandalous Marriage

  Secrets of a Runaway Bride

  Secrets of a Wedding Night

  E-NOVELLAS

  The Unforgettable Hero

  A Secret Affair

  A Secret Proposal

  It Happened Under the Mistletoe

  (Also featured in the anthology Christmas Brides)

  Praise for the spectacular Playful Brides series by

  VALERIE BOWMAN

  THE UNTAMED EARL

  “Bowman delights with a humorous tale that could come straight out of a Shakespearean play. The charming characters are well developed, their cock-eyed motivations are clear, and the plot moves quickly, wrapping readers in an enchanting romance.”

  —RT Book Reviews

  “Another exciting and wicked addition to the Playful Brides series.”

  —Reading Wench

  “Valerie Bowman’s stories sparkle with humor and her characters are absolutely adorable. The Untamed Earl is an engaging and romantic love story.”

  —Fresh Fiction

  THE IRRESISTIBLE ROGUE

  “Bowman’s novel is the complete package, filled with fascinating characters, sparkling romance, and a touch of espionage.”

  —Publishers Weekly

  “With its lively plot, heated sexual tension, surprising twists, engaging characters, and laugh-out-loud humor, Bowman’s latest is another winner.”

  —RT Book Reviews (Top Pick!)

  “A complicated and sensual romance as well as a thrilling spy-filled adventure!”

  —Fresh Fiction

  “You will find no greater romantic escapade.”

  —Night Owl Reviews (Top Pick)

  “The story is filled with humor, a twisting plot, and vibrant characters that have become Bowman’s hallmark. The chemistry is near-perfect, and the will-they-won’t-they back-and-forth is exactly what romance readers want; the simultaneous tale of deceit, revenge, and espionage makes it all the more rewarding.”

  —Sarah MacLean, The Washington Post

  THE UNLIKELY LADY

  “Bowman keeps her prose and characters fresh and interesting; her book is an entertaining renewal of a classic plotline and well worth reading.”

  —Kirkus Reviews

  “Fun. Find every synonym for fun and insert here. The merriment! The mischievous heroines and clever, cheeky dialogue! The distinguished gentleman dressed in a rake’s clothing. Oh, I love it all!”

  —Smexy Books

  “Rich with fully developed characters and a plethora of witty banter.”

  —Publishers Weekly

  “A definite must-read!”

  —San Francisco Book Review

  “Quick, lively entertainment at its best.”

  —RT Book Reviews

  “A joyous romp in Regency England, filled with bright characters, scintillating conversations, and just plain fun.”

  —Romance Reviews Today

  THE ACCIDENTAL COUNTESS

  “The references to Oscar Wilde’s play are more of a tribute than a straight retelling, which keeps this hilarious and lively story from becoming too predictable. Bowman is one to watch.”

  —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

  “Readers will take the well-drawn, likable characters into their hearts, enjoying every moment of their charming love story as it unfolds in unexpected ways. Simply enjoy the humor and tenderness.”

  —RT Book Reviews (4½ stars)

  “Merry, intelligent, and wholly satisfying. The plot is elaborate, and Bowman handles it with grace to spare.”

  —USA Today

  “A fun, sexy read that will have you laughing and crying. Valerie Bowman has outdone herself with this one … a true gem.”

  —Single Titles

  THE UNEXPECTED DUCHESS

  “Smart, witty, sassy, and utterly delightful!”

  —RT Book Reviews (4½ stars, Top Pick!)

  “Engaging characters, snappy banter, and judicious infusion of smoldering sensuality will have readers clamoring for the next installment in this smart and sexy series.”

  —Booklist (starred review)

  “A fun, smart comedy of errors and a sexy, satisfying romance.”

  —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

  ABOUT THE AUTHOR

  Valerie Bowman grew up in Illinois with six sisters (she’s number seven) and a huge supply of historical romance novels. After a cold and snowy stint earning a degree in English with a minor in history at Smith College, she moved to Florida the first chance she got. Valerie now lives in Jacksonville with her family including her rascally dog. When she’s not writing, she keeps busy reading, traveling, or vacillating between watching crazy reality TV and PBS. Valerie loves to hear from readers. Find her on Facebook, Twitter, and at www.ValerieBowmanBooks.com. Or sign up for email updates here.

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  CONTENTS

  Title Page

  Copyright Notice

  Dedication

  Chapter One

  Chapter Two

  Chapter Three

  Chapter Four

  Chapter Five

  Chapter Six

  Chapter Seven

  Chapter Eight

  Chapter Nine

  Chapter Ten

  Chapter Eleven

  Chapter Twelve

  Chapter Thirteen

  Chapter Fourteen

  Chapter Fifteen

  Chapter Sixteen

  Chapter Seventeen

  Chapter Eighteen

  Chapter Nineteen

  Chapter Twenty

  Chapter Twenty-One

  Chapter Twenty-Two

  Chapter Twenty-Three

  Chapter Twenty-Four

  Chapter Twenty-Five

  Chapter Twenty-Six

  Chapter Twenty-Seven

  Chapter Twenty-Eight

  Chapter Twenty-Nine

  Chapter Thirty

  Chapter Thirty-One

  Chapter Thirty-Two

  Chapter Thirty-Three

  Chapter Thirty-Four

  Chapter Thirty-Five

  Chapter Thirty-Six

  Chapter Thirty-Seven

  Chapter Thirty-Eight

  Chapter Thirty-Nine

  Chapter Forty

  Chapter Forty-One

  Chapter Forty-Two

  Chapter Forty-Three


  Chapter Forty-Four

  Chapter Forty-Five

  Chapter Forty-Six

  Chapter Forty-Seven

  Chapter Forty-Eight

  Chapter Forty-Nine

  Chapter Fifty

  Also by Valerie Bowman

  Praise for Valerie Bowman

  About the Author

  Copyright

  This is a work of fiction. All of the characters, organizations, and events portrayed in this novel are either products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously.

  THE LEGENDARY LORD

  Copyright © 2016 by June Third Enterprises, LLC.

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