Books like A Christmas Bride by Mary Balogh

During a London season in 1814, Anthony Bridgerton, the acclaimed bachelor, falls in love with Kate Sheffield. Her meddling sister threatens their engagement, but temptation and heart collide in Regency romance.

A Regency captain uncovers a mysterious toll-gate disappearance, solves the case, and secures a heroine’s affection with the aid of a rogue.

Set in Regency England, "No Man's Mistress" follows the tempestuous romance between Viola Thornhill and Lord Ferdinand Dudley as secrets, gambling, and estate disputes test their hearts and resolve.

Two Regency-era romance tales featuring mismatched love: a wife for a proud aristocrat and a gentleman’s rescue for a noblewoman who learns the truth about a past betrayal.

Three lively Regency romances feature dashing rakes who set out to seduce headstrong women, only to find themselves truly falling in love.

In Regency England, a war‑scarred Viscount and a spirited young woman forge an unlikely arrangement that turns into a passionate love story.

Sophy Rivenhall, a vivacious young woman entrusted to her relatives in Berkeley Square, turns London society on its head with wit and matchmaking skill, easing family troubles and challenging a rigid aristocratic wedding.

Widowed Viscountess Emily Wallace hires the handsome Scottish architect Duncan McAllister to restore her London townhouse, only to discover that the renovation work sparks an unexpected romance and a surprising secret.

In Regency‑era London, a daring maid’s loyalty and sharp mind draw the attention of a handsome lord, while her employer hides a secret that could change her life forever.

A Regency romance set amidst the festive spirit of Christmas, where a widowed heroine meets a dashing nobleman amid a tale of love, social expectations, and lingering hearts.

A wealthy, experienced widow in Regency England must decide whether to give in to Lord Tenby's temptations or preserve her heart amid society’s strict customs.

A scandalous Regency romance where an arrogant duke falls for his mistress, and a former lover of his becomes entangled in a dangerous love affair that threatens their fates.

A collection of Christmas-themed tales, each exploring love, duty, and the spirit of the season.

In Regency England, music teacher Frances Allard’s quiet life at Miss Martin's School in Bath is upended when she meets the enigmatic Viscount Lucius Marshall during a snowstorm. Their instant attraction leads to passion, class conflict, and a forbidden romance that challenges societal norms.

A spirited young woman with a daring spirit and a generous dowry seeks adventure and love, only to meet a reluctant Irish lord whose affections are as elusive as his finances.

Eleanor Transome must marry Lord Randolph Falloden to secure her family's inheritance, despite loving humble Mr. Wilfred Ellis. A marriage of convenience turns into an unexpected romance in this Regency romance.

Connoisseur of musical talent, Lord Heath, happened upon a group of carolers on Bond Street. He stopped mid-stride when the beautiful soprano voice of a young boy stirred the air in a solo. Wanting the youngster to sing at his winter concert, he immediately looked around for the child's parents. He found the boy's mother, Fanny Berlinton, who is not interested in offering her son as free entertainment for the ton. Four year-old Katie Berlinton wants a new papa for Christmas. When Lord Heath responds to her, Katie sets her heart on him as her Christmas gift. This is a very special Christmas story. The Earl's Nightingale (Edith Layton) A young woman, faced with bills, pawns a musical bird. The bird was left to the young woman by her grandmother, who promised it will bring her happiness. When she goes back to retrieve the bird, it has been sold -- to the Earl of Elliott. The Earl promises to get the bird back, as he has given it to a girlfriend. Layton's surprise ending is lovely. The Mistletoe Kiss (Elisabeth Fairchild) It is five days before Christmas (St. Thomas' Day) and governess Mrs. Constance Conyngham takes her three students for 'a gooding.' They go to the 'Devil's Keep' and meet Lord Deleval. He has become a hermit of sorts; avoiding company and people in town. This is after he was left standing at the altar and his betrothed running away with a German. Constance was married for less than 3 months and has been a penniless widow for 7 years. Constance and Lord Deleval are two wounded souls that meet by chance. Make a Joyful Noise (Carla Kelly) The annual Christmas choir competition between the churches of neighboring shires is drawing near. Although Dowager Lady Wythe was searching for singers in the parish, she was suddenly called away to Leeds to help with her ill grandchildren. Thus, she passes her job onto her son Peter, Lord Wythe. When he hears Rosie Wetherby's beautiful voice in church, he knows he must ask her to join the choir. This is a delightful story that I've re-read several times. Melody (Anne Barbour) An American, named Josh Weston, finding he is the new Earl of Sandborne, goes from Pennsylvania to Sandborne Court in England. His intention is to make sure his lands and tenants are well-tended and return to his life in America. Then he meets Melody Fairfax, companion to the dowager countess (and Josh's aunt), Aunt Helen. Melody has a beautiful voice and Josh used to play the piano so well that he could have become a concert pianist. However, he gave that up when his fiancee died three years earlier. Melody is disfigured by a scar along her face; Josh is disfigured internally by his feelings of never belonging. They help each other move beyond their scars. Read less

During a Christmas standoff, Casey Oakes wakes up with her childhood love after being jilted at the altar. With Jake already married and a surprise paternity question looming, the holiday season turns into an unexpected whirlwind of love and uncertainty.

A charming Regency‑era Christmas anthology by Mary Balogh, featuring heartwarming tales of love, community, and holiday hope.

A Regency romance about Harrison Tolly, an illegitimate heir who must choose between duty and love while navigating family scandal, social expectations, and the bonds between sisters.

In Regency London, Miss Emily Stapleton’s former engagement to Lord Sebastian Hawkridge ends after he loves another, but years later he returns as her guardian, pulling her into a dark, secret‑laden intrigue that threatens high society’s façade.

Ivy, a once fledgling actress, now graces the London stage, while Jack Frazer, the city’s notorious rake, pursues a young debutante at his grandmother’s behest. Their past love and bitter farewell resurface, threatening to rekindle a passion that refuses to die.