Curves
for the
Rakish Duke

busty bodice club

Eight sisters. Eight curves of fate.

And one father’s final wish: live boldly, love recklessly, and never hide the curves of your lives—or your bodies.

Raised under the strict rules of an overprotective parent, the Harrington sisters were taught to stay quiet, proper, and out of trouble. But with their father’s last letters, everything changes. Each voluptuous beauty is handed a task designed to push her beyond society’s rigid corsets and into passion, scandal, and adventure.

From scandalous portraits and secret wagers…to daring rescues and forbidden kisses…the Busty Bodice Club isn’t just about finding love. It’s about embracing every lush curve, every wild desire, and every reckless chance at happiness.

Because when eight curvy women set out to rewrite their stories, the ton doesn’t stand a chance.
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Dear Wonderful Readers,         

I’m excited to announce that finally Because of You is coming out in audio. This is story is my take of the Prodigal Son parable . . . because what if the son returns home to find all has changed? How does he find love or seek forgiveness, or become the man he is destined to be? Samantha Northup, a clergyman’s daughter has no desire to play a role in someone else’s transformation. She’d too busy holding on to the past. (Does that sound familiar? I’ve been known to do that a time or two.) They are flint and steel—my favorite kind of story.

The reader is Beverly A. Crick. You can sample the story and check out the outlets planning to carry it here.  Or you can read an excerpt on the Because of You book page.

The graphic there is of the two covers used over the years for the book. I like both, but you may favor one over the other.

Wishing you all good things,

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From readers and reviewers

For nearly three decades, Cathy Maxwell has had the pleasure of entertaining readers all over the world. With over 40 plus published books in various languages, she has received accolades from many reviewers and readers. Here is what a few of them had to say . . .

40 +
published books and novellas

“With the latest exemplary addition to her Logical Man’s Guide to Dangerous Women series, Maxwell (His Secret Mistress, 2020) delivers a fabulously fun battle of the sexes that brilliantly showcases her flair for hilarious yet heartfelt storytelling and insightful characterization.”

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HER SECRET DESIRE

“…Maxwell builds a lovely world, imbuing the varied inhabitants of Maidenshop with distinctive personalities while insightfully illustrating the capacity of women’s communities to heal and empower. A sweet romance enlivened by a richly detailed and warm setting.”

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HER SECRET DESIRE


“I love Cathy Maxwell!”

Julia Quinn
Author, The Bridgerton Series

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