Penny Jordan needs no introduction as arguably the most recognisable name writing for Mills & Boon.

We have celebrated her wonderful writing with a special collection, many of which for the first time in eBook format and all available right now.

He offered her marriage – but only in name

Inheriting a small cottage near London had allowed Claire Richards to achieve independence for herself and her young daughter, Lucy. So when Jay Fraser accused her of encouraging Lucy's friendship with his own motherless daughter just to trap him into marriage, she was outraged.

But then her cottage was damaged during a storm and Claire had to accept Jay's offer of shelter. She was surprised to find him a considerate, perceptive man, gentle and affectionate with the children. And when he proposed a loveless marriage of convenience, she agreed for her daughter’s sake.

Too late Claire discovered that she wanted Jay to be more than just a father for Lucy…