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The Bride (The\lairds' Brides Ser. #1)
by Julie GarwoodBy edict of the king, the mighty Scottish laird Alec Kincaid must take an English bride. His choice was Jamie, youngest daughter of Baron Jamison...a feisty, violet-eyed beauty. Alec ached to touch her, to tame her, to possess her...forever. But Jamie vowed never to surrender to this highland barbarian.<P><P> He was everything her heart warned against—an arrogant scoundrel whose rough good looks spoke of savage pleasures. And thought Kincaid's scorching kisses fired her blood, she brazenly resisted him...until one rapturous moment quelled their clash of wills, and something far more dangerous than desire threatened to conquer her senses...
The Bride Bed
by Linda NeedhamFrom fast-growing USA Today bestseller Linda Needham, a medieval historical romance between a young maiden and the powerful knight who's taken over guardianship of her castle - and of her.
The Bride Chooses a Highlander (The McKennas)
by Adrienne BassoA medieval Scottish lady gets to choose her husband, but getting married won&’t be easy in this romance by the bestselling author of No Other Highlander The unconventional Lady Katherine McKenna has been granted a rare privilege: the right to choose her own husband. It&’s a more difficult task than she expected. When at last she agrees to a betrothal, it quickly goes awry, leaving Katherine alone in the wilds . . . and rescued by Laird Lachlan MacTavish. She&’s captivated by the proud, brooding chief who shows her such tender care. But with their clans on the brink of war, the honorable Lachlan resists his attraction—until Katherine proclaims to her family that they will wed. Though stunned by her boldness, Lachlan is intrigued by Katherine&’s beauty and spirit, and the MacTavishes will benefit from an alliance with the powerful McKennas. But with family discord, treachery, and deceit in their midst, can they save a marriage that is destined to blossom into incomparable love?Praise for The Bride Chooses a Highlander &“Rousing . . . . Basso keeps the action moving and the attraction building between the compassionate, appealing protagonists . . . entertaining and satisfying.&” —Publishers Weekly &“Brilliant . . . . A fun-filled story that I had a blast reading . . . . A tale packed with action, intrigue, deception and fighting for what is right.&” —Addicted to Romance
The Bride Finder
by Susan CarrollFrom Barnes and Noble: Anatole lives on the steep crags of Cornwall, trapped in isolation by his legacy and powers. Surrounded by only a handful of servants and his dogs, he has never ventured far from the thick stone walls of his castle. Now, as part of timeless tradition, Anatole must turn to his former tutor and distant cousin, Septimus Fitzleger, also known as the Bride Finder, a man blessed with the power to find the one woman who is Anatole's destiny. Madeline Breton is that chosen bride and has come to Cornwall to meet her new husband. I know you are all Anatole St. Leger could ever want, Septimus had told her. And sensible Madeline had begun to dream. But, now that she has reached her strange destination, the dream is diffusing quickly in the shadow of the dark and ominous Castle Leger. Her husband is hardly the gentleman she had envisioned. He looks more like a fierce Celtic warrior, one whose wild, ebony hair and brusque manner hint of stranger, mysterious gifts. What unknown forces are at work at Castle Leger? Why do the servants and the villagers both respect and fear her husband? Anatole knows only too well the legacies that to him have been more curse than gift. But as Madeline embarks on an odyssey both otherworldly and undeniably real, she and her husband fall hopelessly in love - until she also sees the haunting vision of murder in the crystal of the St. Leger sword and vows never to let this dire portent come to pass. Then, into this hypnotic world, a sudden, terrifying enemy emerges to threaten both their lives. Winner of the 1999 RITA award for Best Romance
The Bride Fonseca Needs: The Bride Fonseca Needs Russian's Ruthless Demand Sheikh's Forbidden Conquest Married For The Prince's Convenience (Billionaire Brothers #2)
by Abby GreenWhen a business mogul insists on a marriage of convenience, his secretary is seduced into his world—and his bed—in this billionaire romance.Secretary Darcy Lennox knows how demanding her ultrawealthy boss, Maximiliano Fonseca Roselli, can be. His fierce ambition is legendary. But marrying him to secure the deal of the century is beyond the call of duty! Except Max is not a man to say no to. He’s undaunted by Darcy’s reluctance to enter a fake marriage. In his world, everyone has a price, and he will entice Darcy to reveal hers. But they soon discover that the stakes are higher than either of them imagined after only one searing—and very public—kiss . . .
The Bride Goes Rogue: A Novel (The Fifth Avenue Rebels #3)
by Joanna Shupe"Joanna Shupe is the queen of historical bad boys!" — Julia QuinnBy beloved USA Today bestselling author Joanna Shupe, the third installment in the Fifth Avenue Rebels series about an arranged engagement destined for disaster.A hard-hearted tycoon.A romantic dreamer.An engagement set up to fail.The charismatic and vivacious Katherine Delafield should be married by now. Her father arranged an engagement to the much sought-after tycoon Preston Clarke ages ago. The only problem is Preston refuses to acknowledge it. But this isn’t going to stop Katherine from living life to the fullest as she ditches all silly notions of love and marriage and sets out to sample all the excitement New York City has to offer . . . the more scandalous the better. Because no matter what happens, she and Preston will never marry.After his family nearly lost everything, Preston is done letting his late father ruin his life—including choosing his bride. But when a mysterious lover at a masquerade turns out to be his would-be fiancée, Preston's resolve begins to crumble. He hadn't expected Katherine to be so charming. Or beautiful. Or passionate. And seeing her out on the town with other men is driving him crazy.What happens when the wrong bride turns out to be the right woman after all?
The Bride He Stole for Christmas: An Uplifting International Romance
by Caitlin CrewsThere&’s only one reason this bride won&’t walk down the aisle…and he&’s back! A captivating Christmas romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Caitlin Crews. She gave him her innocence.Can he win her back by Christmas? Certain that she will never love again, Timoney George has agreed to a convenient marriage. If she can&’t recapture the hot, all-consuming chemistry she discovered with Crete Asgar, she might as well have cold security. Crete tried to forget Timoney, but the idea of another man possessing her is intolerable. With just twelve hours until she walks down the aisle, Crete steals her back. And now he has the night before Christmas to prove to her—and himself—that he won&’t break her heart all over again…From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
The Bride Hunt
by Margo MaguireHer life is in the hands of a man she dares not love . . . Lady Isabel Louvet is a woman of noble birth, wit, courage, and beauty. But though these qualities make her an excellent bride, they cannot save her when, on the night she was meant to choose a groom, wild Scottish brigands storm the walls of her father's castle. As what should be a celebration turns to terror and bloodshed, Isabel is carried away from her family to be offered to a Scottish chieftain as a slave . . . or worse. But unbeknownst to Isabel, she has a champion, a feared warrior and knight of legend named Anvrai d'Arques. His visage bears the scars of battle, but his heart remains pure in its devotion to country and king—that is, until he sets out to rescue Isabel. Her fierce spirit of survival stirs his passion more than combat ever could, and with her touch his world forever shifts. Now, with the Scottish on their heels and a country on the brink of war, they must go forth in battle together—to save themselves, to protect their countrymen, and to find a love that can set them both forever free.
The Bride Hunt (Matchmaker Duncan Sisters)
by Jane FeatherIn Jane Feather&’s dazzling, irresistible romance, London&’s most charming matchmakers are faced with a ruinous lawsuit—and now Prudence, the brainy, beautiful middle sister, must save them. Soon after the Duncan sisters&’ personals service turns a profit, their controversial newspaper The Mayfair Lady offends a powerful earl—who is now determined to demolish them in court. In dire need of counsel, the women turn to England&’s most sought after young barrister. Sir Gideon Malvern is notorious for his aggressive style—and his love of a challenge. Spirited Prudence, with her beauty unsuccessfully hidden behind spectacles and frumpy clothes, provides him with exactly that. But how in the world will the Duncan sisters be able to afford Gideon&’s fee? Prudence proposes a barter: Gideon defends their case; they find him a bride. It&’s an exchange of services even this most cynical single barrister cannot refuse.
The Bride Hunter (Man of the Month)
by Ann MajorMr. June: Connor Storm, P.I., rancherHis Target: The elusive heiressHis Assignment: Pursue and recapture his brideHe'd made the mistake of falling for, lying to, then marrying Anna Barton, the woman he'd been hired to find. And then she fled. Now Connor would need more than money to bring back his runaway wife-and their baby!His original plan hadn't included a family, but once he lassoed Anna, he intended to keep her...for better or worse.MAN OF THE MONTH: Love is bound to strike him on the infamous Golden Spurs ranch!
The Bride Insists
by Jane AshfordShe Thinks She's Bought a Compliant Husband...Although Clare Greenough has inherited an unexpected fortune, her money is in the hands of a trustee until she marries--everyone knows a woman is incapable of managing funds. What she needs is an easygoing husband, right away...They're Both in for a Shock. She makes a deal with impetuous young James Boleigh, seventh baron Trehearth: they will marry, Clare will get control of her money, and Jamie will get the funds he desperately needs to restore his lands. To stave off ruin, Jamie agrees, believing Clare will soon become a proper, submissive wife. But to expect a serene, passionless marriage was only their first mistake...
The Bride Lottery (The Fairfax Brides #2)
by Tatiana MarchOn a perilous journey west, a falsely accused beauty becomes an unhappy bride to a bounty hunter—but finds something special beneath his rough exterior . . .There’s no room in James Fast Elk Blackburn’s dangerous life for a wife, but the gentle beauty on offer in the town’s bridal auction would make the perfect caregiver for his orphaned niece. Once a Boston heiress, now alone and penniless, Miranda Fairfax is trying to reach her sister in the Arizona Territory. Boarding the wrong train, being arrested for a crime she didn’t commit, and winding up forcibly wed to a bounty hunter is not part of her plan! Yet Jamie’s rough exterior conceals a compassionate, sensual man, and Miranda soon wishes their marriage could be for real . . . Praise for the author“Likeable characters . . . an enjoyable read.” —RT Book Reviews
The Bride Means Business
by Anne Marie WinstonMARRIAGE PARTNERS Jillian Kerr never thought she'd see ex-fiancé Dax Piersall again--let alone marry him. But when the powerful executive offered her a business partnership in exchange for marriage, she tried to refuse...only, his seductive eyes were ambushing her heart! Dax remembered Jillian had a mind for business--and a body for sin--and he planned on keeping his heart out of this arrangement. Yet the vibrant, self-assured woman who stood before him made him want to be a better man. Could these two passionate souls realize what was missing from their lives was...each other? BUTLER COUNTY BRIDES: Three small-town friends bring three of the sexiest, most powerful men to their knees!
The Bride Next Door
by Winnie GriggsLove Thy Neighbor?After years of wandering, Daisy Johnson hopes to settle in Turnabout, Texas, open a restaurant, perhaps find a husband. Of course, she'd envisioned a man who actually likes her. Not someone who offers a marriage of convenience to avoid scandal.Turnabout is just a temporary stop for newspaper reporter Everett Fulton. Thanks to one pesky connecting door and a local gossip, he's suddenly married, but his dreams of leaving haven't changed. What Daisy wants-home, family, tenderness-he can't provide. Yet big-city plans are starting to pale beside small-town warmth....
The Bride Next Door (Chapel of Love #4)
by Hope RamsayCourtney Wallace loves her job as a wedding planner, but she's almost given up on her own happily-ever-after. She certainly doesn't it expect to find it with Matthew Lyndon, the hotshot lawyer she overhears taking a bet to seduce her. She's not amused by the challenge, but she decides to play along--after all, what better way to beat him at his own game? Matt never intended to take the bet seriously. And moving next door wasn't part of his strategy to win-it was just a happy coincidence-but the more he gets to know Courtney, the more intrigued he becomes. When fun and games turn into something real, will these two decide they're in it to win it?
The Bride Of Willow Creek
by Maggie OsborneTen years ago Angie Bartoli eloped with Sam Holland. But before their impetuous marriage even began, they were torn apart by chance. For Angie, the gold band on her finger is a constant reminder of the man she could never forget. Aiming to find her husband and resolve their relationship once and for all, Angie sets out on the adventure of a lifetime. In a small Colorado town, Angie discovers that her young groom has grown into a man--still handsome, irresistible, and infuriating as ever . . . and ...
The Bride Plan
by Kasey MichaelsAs proprietor of the Second-Chance Bridal salon, Chessie Burton couldn't exactly avoid thinking about weddings. But her good friends' quest to find her a man had her running for cover. Her safe haven used to be her store, until renovator Jace Edwards-and his hammer, nails and very naked chest-invaded her space. Soon Jace found himself wanting to be the only man in Chessie's life-but he'd walked down the aisle once before and vowed never to do so again. So how could he keep things light with a woman whose business was marriage? Especially once her friends dubbed him the perfect groom-to-be!
The Bride Price
by Ginna GrayNot the Marrying Kind...Hell would freeze before a mere female brought proud Wyatt Sommersby to his knees. The macho millionaire always got what he wanted-and then moved on. But Maggie Muldoon proved immune to Wyatt's money, and indifferent to his manliness. Her free spirit pricked his ego...and stoked his lust...until he simply had to have her.Except at the Right PriceWyatt needed every weapon in his charming arsenal to win Maggie's heart. Now that matrimony was on his mind, he'd say-or do-anything to get her to walk down the aisle with him!
The Bride Price
by Suzanne CareyIF HER WEDDING HAD BEEN A DREAM...Kyra Martin woke up convinced that she and Navajo heartthrob David Yazzie had just been married. She had vivid memories of the traditional ceremony-and the anything-but-wedding night that followed. Yet just yesterday, she and her one-time true love had called it quits-this time, forever. This wedding couldn't really have happened-could it?THEN WHOSE CHILD WAS SHE CARRYING?When her doctor told her that what she could expect in less than nine months was all too real, Kyra knew that even her overactive imagination couldn't account for her condition! Had her dream lover become her husband? And was a crash course in parenthood on his horizon, as well?
The Bride Prize
by Susan FoxCorrie Davis has never had a real date. She’s been too busy trying to run her ranch single-handedly and thinks she knows more about money (as in not having any!) than men. But now the two sexy Merrick brothers-the richest men in the county-are vying for her attention! Corrie is in an enviable dilemma. Which gorgeous brother should she choose? Her oldest friend-or the man who’s always been out of reach: the older, dangerously attractive Nick Merrick?
The Bride Quest: The Temptress
by Claire DelacroixThe crusader feared nothing -- until he met...The Temptress"I will not wed a man who thinks to own me."Furthermore, Esmeraude of Ceinn-beithe declares that she alone will name the winner of her heart. To the knights gallant who ride from afar to do her bidding, she issues a challenge: a riddle that is both quest and test. And then she flees, daring her suitors to follow. Thus begins the Bride Quest of Bayard of Villonne, to compete for the hand of a woman he has never seen....Newly returned from the Crusades, Bayard has warned his family of a pending attack upon their estate. When they pay no heed to his message, he swears to protect the family holding himself ... even if its price is a marriage of convenience. It seems a simple matter to win the hand of a rural maid in a barbarian contest -- until the chase begins. Esmeraude's challenge makes her far more intriguing than Bayard has dared to hope. But when he follows her across the waters and rescues a tattered, ravishing damsel in disguise, he knows he has found her. Recklessly, she offers herself to the handsome stranger. But not even a passion that touches both their souls can win her hand. For Esmeraude will settle for nothing less than total surrender of the crusader's worn and wary heart ... a treasure Bayard is determined to keep shielded forever.From the Paperback edition.
The Bride Raffle
by Lisa PlumleyFamous home-keeping expert Daisy Walsh is overwhelmed by the warm welcome she receives in Morrow Creek, and then she realizes she's the star prize in the town raffle! She can bet the lucky winner's not expecting a pregnant woman who needs a place to stay. Single father Owen Cooper suspects he's been set up because his daughter is thrilled to have a woman around the house. He could get used to the smell of home baking tempting his taste buds, but the sight of Daisy's stockings is one temptation too far!
The Bride Rode West
by Kristine RolofsonThree confirmed-bachelor cowboys find themselves in over their heads with babies and brides. In "The Bride Rode West", a rancher in need of a housekeeper stumbles across a bride. In "The Wrong Man in Wyoming", a woman and her children show up and turn a rancher's world upside down. And in "The Right Man in Montana", an orphaned niece and nephew decide their uncle needs a wife.
The Bride Said Never! (The Wedding of the Year #1)
by Sandra MartonA surprise pregnancy leads to a marriage of convenience for a couple who meet at a wedding in this sexy international romance from a USA Today bestseller.Damian Skouras thought he was allergic to marriage, and Laurel Bennett didn’t make it to the church on time. But, still, they collided as guests at the Wedding of the Year. Damian hadn’t been looking for commitment, and Laurel didn’t date macho Greek men.But their mutual physical attraction was red-hot and when a night of wild passion leads to unexpected consequences and a marriage Laurel doesn’t want but Damian demands, will love follow?
The Bride Said, "Finally!"
by Cathy Gillen ThackerTHE LOCKHARTS OF TEXAS It had taken Jake Remington seven years to propose to Jenna Lockhart, but who was counting? Theirs had been puppy love when they were kids, pure and sweet. But tragedy had shattered their perfection. Now Jake was all man and determined to have his wedding night with Jenna. Except Jenna was nobody's fool. Jake wanted something only she could give him. And while it required rock-solid willpower to ignore Jake's masculine appeal and million-dollar courtship, it was darn near impossible to deny his offer of marriage. Would Jenna finally become Mrs. Jake Remington by default... ?