Books like Guardian of the Heart

A classic, sweeping romance where a hardened libertine's cynical plans are entirely undone by the disarming innocence of his unexpected ward. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Guardian of the Heart.

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01
The Masquerading Heart
Caroline Courtney
A frothy, fast-paced romp through the London Season fueled by mistaken identity and long-held romantic grudges.
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- romantic
02
Abandoned for Love
Caroline Courtney
A sparkling, vintage Regency romp where a fake engagement and a mysterious past pave the way for unexpected true love.
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- romantic
- earnest
03
Charade of Hearts
Carol Michaels
A warm Regency romance where a heroine's fierce independence leads to the discovery of a misunderstood guardian's hidden tenderness.
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- romantic
- earnest
04
Dangerous Joy
Jo Beverley
A mist-shrouded historical romance where a desperate charade ignites into a forbidden, high-stakes passion.
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- romantic
- dramatic
- earnest
05
My Lord Guardian
Elisabeth Kidd
A sparkling, banter-filled romp through Regency London where a spirited ward turns her grumpy guardian's world upside down.
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- romantic
06
The Gallant Guardian
Evelyn Richardson
A capable heroine and a reluctant guardian clash and collaborate in a cozy, suspense-laced dance of duty and desire.
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- earnest
07
Caroline
Barbara Hazard · 1981
A sparkling battle of wits in Regency London where a sensible spinster and an arrogant earl learn that pride is no match for passion.
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- arch
08
The Wicked Guardian
Vanessa Gray
A sparkling battle of wits where stubborn independence clashes delightfully with arrogant authority.
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- romantic
- arch
09
My Darling Caroline
Adele Ashworth
A battle of wills turns into a passionate surrender in this classic marriage-of-convenience romance.
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- swoony
- romantic
10
The Misfit Marquess
Teresa DesJardien · 1999
A sweet, witty masquerade where a desperate heroine hides behind eccentricity to win the protection of a noble lord.
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- romantic
- earnest
11
The Disdainful Marquis
Edith Layton
A classic battle of wills where rigid societal boundaries clash with undeniable, scandalous temptation.
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- swoony
- romantic
- dramatic
- earnest
12
A Love for Lydia
Jeanne Savery
A warm, traditional Regency romance where a fiercely protective sister must learn to trust that she is loved for herself, not her unexpected fortune.
Shares:
- romantic
- earnest

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