Darcy Burke

Biography

Darcy Burke wrote her first book at age 11, a happily ever after about a swan addicted to magic and the female swan who loved him, with exceedingly poor illustrations. An RWA Golden Heart® Finalist, Darcy loves all things British (except tomatoes for breakfast, or any other time of day, actually) and happy ever afters.

A native Oregonian, Darcy lives on the edge of wine country with her devoted husband, their two great kids, and three cats. In her “spare” time Darcy is a serial volunteer enrolled in a 12-step program where one learns to say “no,” but she keeps having to start over. She’s also a fair-weather runner, and her happy places are Disneyland and Labor Day weekend at the Gorge. Visit Darcy online at http://www.darcy-burke.com, follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/darcyburke, or like her Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/darcyburkefans.

Where to find Darcy Burke online

Series

Books

The Duke of Daring
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 75,210. Language: English. Published: July 5, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » General
Out of money, Miss Lucinda Parnell disguises herself as a man to gamble in London's hells. But the Earl of Dartford is onto her in a trice, and when he insists on acting as her protector, Lucy fears her chance to remain an independent woman is destined to go up in flames. After losing his entire family, the earl has built a wall to keep attachments at bay. Love is the one risk he can't dare.
The Forbidden Duke
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 44,770. Language: English. Published: March 15, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » General
A decade ago, Titus St. John’s idle roguery brought about the ruin of Eleanor Lockhart—and his self-imposed isolation. Now she’s back, and she needs his help. But by “saving” her, The Forbidden Duke may ruin her life all over again.
Lady of Desire
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 92,660. Language: English. Published: August 17, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » General, Fiction » Romance » Regency
Miss Margery Derrington is on a quest to save herself and her aunts from financial ruin. Their medieval manuscript contains a secret code that could lead to a legendary treasure. But can she trust Rhys Bowen, the charming scholar who’s promised to help her find it, or will the lure of fame and fortune corrupt them—and the attraction simmering between them?
Secrets and Scandals Volume 2
Price: $6.99 USD. Words: 228,490. Language: English. Published: June 22, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » General
The second half the exciting Secrets and Scandals series includes To Love a Thief, Never Love a Scoundrel, and Scoundrel Ever After. Adventure and temptation abound when a former constable, a social outcast, and a notorious criminal fight to earn the love of a would-be thief, Society's biggest gossip, and the girl next door.
Scoundrel Ever After
Series: Secrets and Scandals, Book 6. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 96,750. Language: English. Published: February 9, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Suspense
When wallflower Audrey Cheswick runs away with England’s most wanted criminal, she learns adventure comes with a price—not just her reputation or her virtue, but her heart. If Ethan Jagger can escape the hangman’s noose and start anew, will she consent to love a scoundrel ever after?
Secrets and Scandals Volume 1
Price: $6.99 USD. Words: 291,660. Language: English. Published: July 30, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » General
Compilation of the first three books in the Secrets & Scandals series: Her Wicked Ways, His Wicked Heart, and To Seduce a Scoundrel.
Never Love a Scoundrel
Series: Secrets and Scandals, Book 5. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 94,870. Language: English. Published: May 13, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » General
Labeled a lunatic and a reprobate, Lord Jason Lockwood finds solace in debauchery outside the realm of Polite Society. When proper debutante Lady Lydia Prewitt offers to help him reclaim his respectability, he sees what he’s been missing. But can Lydia risk falling in love with a scoundrel if it means joining him in exile?
To Love a Thief
Series: Secrets and Scandals, Book 4. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 39,850. Language: English. Published: September 27, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » General
Former constable Lord Daniel Carlyle thinks he's met the girl of his dreams, Jocelyn Renwick, until he catches her stealing from his mentor. Jocelyn vows to stop at nothing to recover her stolen treasures, but does that include risking a chance at love?
To Seduce A Scoundrel
Series: Secrets and Scandals, Book 3. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 98,690. Language: English. Published: May 9, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » General
(3.00 from 1 review)
When debutante Lady Philippa finds herself in a potentially compromising situation, she’s “rescued” by England’s most notorious scoundrel, Lord Ambrose Sevrin. Despite his scandalous past, Ambrose vows to preserve Philippa's reputation, but instead launches them both on a path to public and personal ruin.
His Wicked Heart
Series: Secrets and Scandals, Book 2. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 96,060. Language: English. Published: May 3, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency
(4.00 from 2 reviews)
Jasper Sinclair, Earl of Saxton, made a bargain with his devil of a father to marry a proper deb. Instead, he becomes entangled with a sometimes actress, Olivia West, determined to improve her situation. Destitute and desperate, she agrees to one night with Jasper, hatching a scheme to take his money and keep her virtue. However, Jasper uncovers her deception and vows to claim what he's owed.
Her Wicked Ways
Series: Secrets and Scandals, Book 1. Price: Free! Words: 99,180. Language: English. Published: April 20, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency
(4.25 from 4 reviews)
To save his orphanage from collapse, Montgomery Foxcroft leads a double life as a highwayman. Banished debutante Lady Miranda is his salvation—until she rejects him. Out of options and falling for the heiress, Fox must risk what principles he has left and take advantage of her wicked ways—even if it ruins them both.