Romance. 80360 words long. First published in 2007, 2007

Only fools bet on impossible odds...or do they?Jake Plummer's strong attraction for Roxanne Diamond began in high school. He was a junior and she was a new freshman from out of town. He couldn't tell if she was teasing him or putting on the shy act. She ignored him, mostly, although he was a " big man on campus" with good looks and a winning personality. She never gave him a tumble. That is, until one night, she drank too much and came on to him.Roxy attended college, got her B.A. in English Literature, and met Grady Parmeter. They lived together and wed two weeks after commencement. Within a year, she and Grady found they were no longer "compatible." There was a fast divorce without any complications.Jake learned a trade from his father while in high school, earned his plumber's license, and went to college at night. Later, he was hired as a Financial Planner. The stock market plunged, and he returned home to ponder his future. Meanwhile, he helped his father in the...

Never one to resist a challenge, the Duke of Weston is determined to win the affection of the one woman not-so-eager to jump into his bed. Join the Ton of Regency England as they enjoy their privileged lives of beautiful clothes, witty conversation, and grand balls in Blaise Kilgallen's sweeping historical romance, The Reluctant Duke. When Antonio Thorndyke learns of his cousins' recent passing in a boating accident, he is surprised to learn that he has inherited the title Duke of Weston. Although this is certainly not the plan he has made for his life, Antonio returns to England and takes his place among the ton; rapidly gaining a reputation as a rakehell, seducer of willing widows and wives. All, except the widow he'd truly like to woo.Still in mourning over the passing of her husband, Caroline Lockler is perplexed by the sudden and intense attraction she feels for her brother's friend. As rumors of Antonio's reputation grow, Caroline vows that she will never be...

Re-release (2012) Secret Cravings PublishingBlaise Kilgallen pens a sensuous Regency with a hint of suspense in The Marriage Bargain. A historical romance full of intrigue, danger, and attraction that will have you turning the pages from start to finish as more than one marriage bargain may be offered before all is said and done.When her parents were killed in a carriage accident, young Emily Dancy attempts to save herself from the clutches of her hateful, adopted uncle and guardian. She manages to escape from him and finds employment as governess to the Earl of Leathem's ward. She is to help the untutored, countrified girl into marriage-worthy. By the same token, she hopes to be safe until she reaches her majority and can claim an inheritance.Gavin Fielding, is made guardian of a young female in an unknown person's will. As a firm bachelor he needs help, and he hires Emily to teach his ward what she must know to be launched onto London's Marriage Mart. Somewhat...