Reforming the rake, marriages of convenience, "forbidden" warriors, and scandalous widows.
Louise Allen, Marguerite Kaye, Virginia Heath, and Carla Kelly. Harlequin Historical Romance Collection
Readers connect best with "real" heroines and strong, desirable heroes who are emotionally accessible. Reforming the rake
According to both editorial guidelines and community feedback, a standout Harlequin Historical usually hits these marks: marriages of convenience
“Huge variety of time periods and authors to choose from. Excellent, well written and well researched.” Facebook · Harlequin Connection · 3 years ago Top-Rated Authors & Themes
The story should be driven by internal obstacles the hero and heroine must overcome to be together.
Reviews often highlight the "sensual tension" that stays high while keeping explicit details minimal. Reader Perspectives