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A historical that “sweeps you into the time period without taking a thing away from delightful characters and a charming romance” (Heather Graham, New York Times bestselling author).Brodick McJames is an earl in name only. To secure his clan''s future he needs an English wife. Mary Stanford, daughter of the Earl of Warwickshire, will suit perfectly. He''s never met her, but what matter? She''ll grace his bed eventually, and once she bears his child he need see her no more.Anne Copper looks just like her noble half-sister, but she was born illegitimate, and can never forget it. The best she can hope for is to stay a serving girl in her own father''s house. But when Lady Mary finds herself betrothed to a Scot, it seems there''s a use for Anne after all . . .The woman who arrives in Alcaon is not what Brodick expects, and the passion that grows between them promises far more than a marriage of convenience. When fate draws two together, it may take more than a noblewoman''s plot to part them . . .Praise for Mary Wine and her novels“Deeply romantic, scintillating, and absolutely delicious.” —Sylvia Day, New York Times bestselling-author“A must-read author.” —Long and Short Reviews“Dramatic and vivid . . . Scorching love scenes threaten to set the sheets aflame.” —Publishers Weekly(starred review)“Wine always gets the heart of the history, atmosphere, and traditions of the Highlands . . . Wondrous.” —RT Book Reviews (4 stars, Top Pick)“Satisfying, sexy, and well-written romance.” —Historical Novels Review

The irresistible follow-up to In Bed with a Stranger is “a Scottish romance that packs a powerful feel . . . lively, historically crafted and riveting!!” (Addicted to Romance)Cullen McJames will not have his honor sullied, certainly not by his clan''s nemesis Laird Erik McQuade. So when McQuade tells the Court of Scotland that Cullen has stolen his daughter''s virtue, Cullen steals the daughter instead.Since his brother wed a fetching lass, Cullen''s been thinking he too needs a wife. A marriage could end the constant war between the clans. And looking on Bronwyn McQuade but once has put her in his dreams for a week . . .But Bronwyn won''t go quietly. She won''t be punished for what she did not do. Nor is she eager to live among the resentful veterans of McQuade wars. And however brave and beautiful a man Cullen may be, he has much to learn about a woman''s fighting spirit. But as Bronwyn will discover, he has much to teach her as well . . .Praise for Mary Wine and her novels“Deeply romantic, scintillating, and absolutely delicious.” —Sylvia Day, New York Times bestselling author“My kind of historical! . . . sweeps you into the time period without taking a thing away from delightful characters and a charming romance . . . definitely a must-read.” —Heather Graham, New York Times bestselling author“Dramatic and vivid . . . Scorching love scenes threaten to set the sheets aflame.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)“Wine always gets the heart of the history, atmosphere, and traditions of the Highlands . . . Wondrous.” —RT Book Reviews (4 stars, Top Pick)

The McJames clan''s nemesis battles to overcome deceit while surrendering to desire in a sweeping Scottish romance from the author of In the Warrior''s Bed.Laird Keir McQuade is a newcomer to his title and has much work before him to restore the McQuade honor. Finding a wife is an excellent start. He''s duty-bound to go to court and swear homage to his king anyway, a perfect opportunity—were not court women trussed in stupid fashions and corrupted with false mannerisms. Of course, not every lady hides behind a powdered face . . .Helena Knyvett may be a daughter of the aristocracy, but in truth she is little but a pawn in her brother''s ploys for power. Her smallest acts of defiance carry a heavy price. But one honorable man among a crowd of dandies could give her all she needs to change her fortunes—and set her free . . .Among the ruthless ambitions of England''s powerful, love at first sight is a dangerous game. But the treachery, scandal, and treason that follow can unleash as much passion as it does adventure . . .Praise for Mary Wine and her novels“Deeply romantic, scintillating, and absolutely delicious.” —Sylvia Day, New York Times bestsellingauthor“My kind of historical! . . . sweeps you into the time period without taking a thing away from delightful characters and a charming romance . . . definitely a must-read.” —Heather Graham, New York Times bestselling author“Dramatic and vivid . . . Scorching love scenes threaten to set the sheets aflame.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

A Rearranged MarriageLord Curan Ramsden is home from war, and eager to claim his betrothed. And he arrives just in time--his bride''s father has summoned her to London, to wed another man. But Bridget''s father promised her to Curan, and Curan means to have her. Especially now that he sees the luscious young woman she has blossomed into. He''ll just have to convince Bridget, somehow, that her heart is more important than her duty. . .Bridget Newbury has always done her duty--to her parents, to the church, to the man they selected as her betrothed. She knows what could happen if she disobeys her father. The king has put nobler women to death for lesser trespasses. But she was promised to Curan first, and his kisses are very tempting. . . Praise for the Novels of Mary Wine ". . .delightful characters and a charming romance. . .definitely a must-read." --Heather Graham on In Bed with a Stranger"A bold and lusty hero, a brave heroine, and intrigue at the royal court of Scotland. . .sexy and exciting as the Highland hills themselves!" --Elizabeth Hoyt on In the Warrior''s Bed

Jemma Ramsden is a wild thing in a noblewoman''s body-so thinks Gordon Dwyre, Laird Barras, watching her galloping on horseback through her brother''s lands. Bold, headstrong, beautiful: the perfect bride for a lusty Scots warrior. He might be able to convince her, too, if she would hear his suit. But Barras doesn''t wait to be handed what he wants. When he''s forced to rescue her from English ruffians, he makes sure she stays safe-by locking her in his castle.Jemma is hardly an eager captive. She has no horse and no freedom, and she is an Englishwoman in a hostile Scots keep: a stranger without work or friend. Barras seems determined to charm her-even tempt forbidden desires, a daring game that leaves Jemma desperate for more. But with passion, love, and a new life within her grasp, Jemma is in more danger than even she knows. . .Praise for the Novels of Mary Wine". . .delightful characters and a charming romance. . .definitely a must-read." -Heather Graham on In Bed with a Stranger"A bold and lusty hero, a brave heroine, and intrigue at the royal court of Scotland. . .sexy and exciting as the Highland hills themselves!" -Elizabeth Hoyt on In the Warrior''s Bed

Acclaimed author Mary Wine proves that romance is never hotter than amid the rugged castles of distant Scotland.  .  .Brawny and brave, Hayden Monroe is a laird in need of a wife and the beautiful Elspeth Leask shall be his. But he must bed her to wed her--and fully satisfy her deepest desires.  .  .Praise for the Novels of Mary Wine"A wonderful summer read." --RT Reviews on My Fair Highlander"Readers.  .  .will be glued to the passion, humor, escapades, and court intrigue till the very last page." --Publishers Weekly on Improper Seduction, starred review"Mary Wine''s In A Warrior''s Bed is as sexy and exciting as the highland hills themselves! --Elizabeth Hoyt, USA Today bestselling authorMary Wine writes to reassure herself that reality really is survivable. Between traffic jams and children''s sporting schedules, there is romance lurking for anyone with the imagination to find it. She spends her days making corsets and petticoats as a historical costumer. Beware, if you send an invitation marked ‘formal dress'', she just might show up wearing a bustle.

A mistress of medieval romance. --RT ReviewsA Dangerous GameAs Lady Justina Wincott''s brutal guardian, Viscount Biddeford promises any disobedience from her will cost her son dearly. A pawn in his games of court treachery, the beautiful widow is forced to tempt secrets from his enemies and seduce allegiance from his friends. Yet even Biddeford''s wrath won''t make Justina sully the only man of honor she''s ever known. . .Sir Synclair has earned his honor in blood and muck. War taught him the way to victory is rarely clean--but the passion Justina sparks in him is not to be ignored. Never mind the predators who crave her beauty, or Biddeford''s ruthless wiles; he will have her as his wife. And yet if he is to wed Justina, his fiercest battle may be with the lady herself. . .Praise for the Novels of Mary Wine"A wonderful summer read." --RT Reviews on My Fair Highlander"Readers. . .will be glued to the passion, humor, escapades, and court intrigue till the very last page." --Publishers Weekly on Improper Seduction, starred review

Improper SeductionLord Curan Ramsden is home from war, and eager to claim his betrothed. And he arrives just in time–his bride''s father has summoned her to London, to wed another man. But Bridget''s father promised her to Curan, and Curan means to have her. Especially now that he sees the luscious young woman she has blossomed into. He''ll just have to convince Bridget, somehow, that her heart is more important than her duty...Bridget Newbury has always done her duty–to her parents, to the church, to the man they selected as her betrothed. She knows what could happen if she disobeys her father. The king has put nobler women to death for lesser trespasses. But she was promised to Curan first, and his kisses are very tempting... In the Warrior''s BedCullen McJames will not have his honor sullied, certainly not by his clan''s nemesis Laird Erik McQuade. So when McQuade tells the Court of Scotland that Cullen has stolen his daughter''s virtue, Cullen steals the daughter instead. Since his brother wed a fetching lass, Cullen''s been thinking he too needs a wife. A marriage could end the constant war between the clans. And looking on Bronwyn McQuade but once has put her in his dreams for a week... But Bronwyn won''t go quietly. She won''t be punished for what she did not do. Nor is she eager to live among the resentful veterans of McQuade wars. And however brave and beautiful a man Cullen may be, he has much to learn about a woman''s fighting spirit. But as Bronwyn will discover, he has much to teach her as well...Bedding the EnemyLaird Keir McQuade is a newcomer to his title, and has much work before him to restore the McQuade honor. Finding a wife is an excellent start. He''s duty-bound to go to court and swear homage to his king anyway, a perfect opportunity–were not court women trussed in stupid fashions and corrupted with false mannerisms. Of course, not every lady hides behind a powdered face... Helena Knyvett may be a daughter of the aristocracy, but in truth she is little but a pawn in her brother''s ploys for power. Her smallest acts of defiance carry a heavy price. But one honorable man among a crowd of dandies could give her all she needs to change her fortunes–and set her free...Among the ruthless ambitions of England''s powerful, love at first sight is a dangerous game. But the treachery, scandal, and treason that follow can unleash as much passion as it does adventure...In Bed with A StrangerBrodick McJames is an earl in name only. To secure his clan''s future he needs an English wife. Mary Stanford, daughter of the Earl of Warwickshire, will suit perfectly. He''s never met her, but what matter? She''ll grace his bed eventually, and once she bears his child he need see her no more. Anne Copper looks just like her noble half-sister, but she was born illegitimate, and can never forget it. The best she can hope for is to stay a serving girl in her own father''s house. But when Lady Mary finds herself betrothed to a Scot, it seems there''s a use for Anne after all...The woman who arrives in Alcaon is not what Brodick expects, and the passion that grows between them promises far more than a marriage of convenience. When fate draws two together, it may take more than a noblewoman''s plot to part them...