Lady Victoria Spencer has loved one man her entire life. Of course he never notices her. Why should he? She’s a wallflower and no one pays the unwanted ladies much mind. Had she been a bit plump? Yes. Now that she no longer is, she has a plan. She’s going to become a rogue wallflower, and only one man will do as her first lover. David Brooks, Earl of Foxcroft had led a charmed life. Right up until his father died and he was forced to take responsibility for his family and the estate. His father had run the coffers nearly empty and it had been up to him to restore their fortune. He could have married an heiress, but felt that was a cowardly way out. Instead he focused on rebuilding his fortune. Now that he feels secure enough with his family’s status he has decided to take a wife. Only one woman will do, but now that he can claim her, she would rather take a lover, not a husband. All Victoria needs is a gentleman well versed in everything roguish to give her those lessons. David seizes upon the opportunity. He is more than willing to use her curiosity to his advantage. As long as in the end, he’s the only rogue she wields her newfound skills on.

Lilah Stevens first season was the worst a lady could ever have. She hadn’t been a mere wallflower, she’d been the Wallflower. The one that had ended up with her name on everyone lips and a ruined reputation. Before that fateful day no one had ever noticed her. Afterwards, she couldn’t show her face in society without the whispers being uttered at her mere presence. It had been enough to make anyone run and hide, but she refused to allow him that satisfaction. She would make that infernal viscount rue the day they had ever crossed paths, even if it made her reputation terminally unrepairable. Henry Collins, the Viscount of Harcrest had always been a consummate rake. He didn’t see any reason to change. He loved his life and it was a grand one. As far as he was concerned, he didn’t have a care in the world, and he liked it that way. He doesn’t pay any attention to rumors, but after that fateful encounter he wonders if perhaps it is time he should. Surely, he couldn’t have done what she suggested. Even he wasn’t that depraved… Lilah wishes she could once again embrace the identity of a wallflower, a role she used to hate, but that is a past she can never reclaim. But somehow, she starts to wonder if she had it all wrong and it might be enough to lead her to a place she never expected: love.

One high-stakes wager. Two stubborn hearts. After a humiliating debut three years earlier, Lady Prudence Davies decided to embrace her status as a wallflower and sets course for spinsterhood. But when her fellow wallflowers become targets of a band of rogues, Prudence ventures out of the shadows to aid them. Silas Hayward, Viscount Winstead, and his friends make an unfortunate wager, one that Silas deeply regrets. If his family didn’t so desperately need the winnings, he would’ve found a way to bow out. Twelve balls and a dance with twelve different wallflowers. How hard could it be? Prudence has no intention of allowing any of the rogues to win the ridiculous wager—not when she’s one of the twelve. While a steamy kiss with Silas has her reconsidering her opinion of rogues, she refuses to allow her friends to be hurt. Silas is knocked sideways as he comes to know Prudence and doesn’t like the idea of using her to win. Suddenly there’s more at stake than the money, yet he can’t possibly choose her over helping his family. Who will win the wallflower wager? This standalone novella is connected to Revenge of the Wallflowers and The Mayfair Literary League series, which starts with A Matter of Convenience. If you enjoy wallflower romances with charming rogues, read The Wallflower Wager!

A headstrong woman and a newly minted duke find themselves entangled in a battle of wills and a collision of hearts that defies their predetermined destiny. A spirited wallflower… Lady Olivia Montague, a woman unafraid to defy convention, has chosen to embrace spinsterhood rather than be tethered to a dormant engagement. Her determination to lead life on her own terms is unshakable—until an unexpected reunion upends her solitary existence. A resolute Duke… William Breckenridge, now the Duke of Thorne following the tragic loss of his parents, must navigate not only the aristocratic responsibilities thrust upon him but also the care of his three younger sisters. Desperate for help, he recalls his long-neglected betrothal, envisioning a partnership that could ease his familial burdens. A love unyielding… As destiny reunites William and Olivia, a battle commences—one that pits their stubborn wills against undeniable desires. With every clash, their mutual attraction deepens, threatening to breach the walls of resistance they've erected. As their hearts become entwined, can they overcome pride and hesitation to seize their destined happily ever after?

Delve into the lives of determined heroines and unapologetic rogues as they navigate the intricate dance of societal expectations and stolen desires. From fortune-telling prophecies that set hearts ablaze to stolen kisses that forge unbreakable bonds, follow their compelling stories as they challenge conventions, unravel secrets, and discover that true love is a force that defies even the most rigid of norms. How to kiss a Rogue When Lady Natalie's tenacious pursuit of love and freedom collides with Lord Christian St. Vella's aversion to marriage, a Regency holiday gathering becomes the backdrop for a romance that defies expectations. Stealing a Rogue’s Kiss Amidst the glittering ballrooms of Regency England, a resolute wallflower and an unrepentant rogue must navigate the delicate balance between societal expectations and stolen desires as a long-held promise blossoms into an unforeseen romance that defies convention. Scandalized by a Rogue’s Kiss In the heart of a snowy English village, Lord Greenwich's icy demeanor collides with Lady Skye's fiery spirit during an unexpected Christmas storm. Sparks fly in front of the crackling fireplace, but can the magic of the season melt their hearts and ignite an unexpected romance? Amidst opulent ballrooms and hidden rendezvous, witness the enchanting power of destiny and the irresistible allure of passion as each book in this series unveils a timeless tale of longing, heartache, and ultimately, the transformative magic of love.

or fruit production as a consequence of the lack of optimum pollination conditions (CLARK and FRYER, 1920; ARMSTRONG and WHITE, 1935; VALLEAU, 1918; KVAALE, 1927; and many others). In order to mini mize the influence of poor pollen producers, systematic planning of a field planting or an orchard might be necessary. Above all, the im portant reason for its wide popularity is its potential use in the com mercial production of hybrid seed. A male-sterile plant is an effective female for a crossing program and its employment renders the labori ous procedure of emasculation superfluous. ]ONES and EMSWELLER (1937) and STEPHENS (1937) were probably the first to outline a scheme of its application in onion and sorghum respectively. However certain specific problems have limited the practicability and hence some of them will be mentioned in a later seetion (Section VIII). Lately several attempts have been made to obtain some chemie al method for the artificial induction of male sterility. However, for a successful approach to the induction problem a thorough understan ding of various pathways that bring about pollen abortion in naturally occurring cases, would be of great value. It may be hoped that data from these induction experiments alongwith the available biochemi cal analyses would lead to the emergence and elucidation of useful information of both theoretical and practical interest.

Lady Athena Thompson’s family is notorious, and definitely not in a good way. Some say there is magic in their bloodline, and only through witchcraft can they lure gentlemen of good breeding into marriage. Roman James, the Earl of Kendal, has returned home from war, injured, and determined to live his life as he pleases. He doesn’t need to be charmed, but he’s more than willing to be led astray. Especially when a woman as lovely as Athena is involved. ​​​​Athena and Roman are surprised by the depth of their feelings, yet rumors have a way of ruining even the purest of affections. They face difficult decisions—and may not find their choices to their liking

Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the crops widely grown today stem from a very narrow genetic base; understanding and preserving crop genetic resources is vital to the security of food systems worldwide. The emphasis of the series is on methodology, a fundamental understanding of crop genetics, and applications to major crops. It is a serial title that appears in the form of one or two volumes per year