Books like The Indiscretion

A rugged American and a prim English lady find unexpected, sweeping passion when stranded together on the treacherous, atmospheric moors. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with The Indiscretion.

atmospheric
intimate
romantic
rugged

01
A Splendid Indiscretion
Elizabeth Mansfield · 1985
A sparkling, low-angst traditional Regency where a delightfully scatterbrained heroine tries to save a perfect gentleman from her own chaotic charm.
Shares:
- wry
- opposites attract
02
Sleeping Beauty
Judith Ivory
A tender historical romance about a guarded beauty and the charming explorer determined to awaken her heart.
Shares:
- romantic
03
The Proposition
Judith Ivory
A deliciously witty, gender-flipped Pygmalion tale that crackles with linguistic banter and slow-burn sensuality.
Shares:
- intimate
- sensual
- wry
- opposites attract
04
The Naked Duke
Sally MacKenzie
A delightfully chaotic historical romp that starts with a scandalous misunderstanding and ends in swoony, low-angst romance.
Shares:
- opposites attract
- culture clash
05
Miss Dalrymple's Virtue
Margaret Westhaven
A sparkling, slightly farcical Regency romp where a scandalous bargain for literary success leads to unexpected romance.
Shares:
- wry
06
His Scandal
Gayle Callen
A delightful historical romp where a scandalous wager goes wonderfully wrong, leading a notorious rake straight into the arms of a sensible chaperone.
Shares:
- romantic
07
The Duke's Indiscretion
Adele Ashworth
A glamorous, secret-identity historical romance where theatrical passion collides with dangerous espionage.
Shares:
- romantic
08
One night with you
Sophie Jordan
A steamy, Cinderella-esque historical romance where hidden identities and long-held yearning ignite into undeniable passion.
Shares:
- romantic
- sensual
09
The Bride Sale
Candice Hern
A brooding, atmospheric historical romance where a scandalous rescue on the moors gives way to a passionate battle between liberty and desire.
Shares:
- atmospheric
- romantic
10
The Bartered Bridegroom
Teresa DesJardien · 2000
A delightful romp through Regency society where a scandalous wager and a fake betrothal gallop into unexpected true love.
Shares:
- romantic
- witty
11
The Seduction of an Unknown Lady
Samantha James
A moonlit historical romance where dangerous secrets meet fierce, protective passion.
Shares:
- romantic
12
A Kiss in the Dark
Joan Smith · 1998
A breezy seaside romp where midnight snooping leads to mistaken identities and unexpected romance.
Shares:
- witty

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