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About Deborah Cooke

I write romance novels, including medieval romances as Claire Delacroix, and contemporary and paranormal romances as Deborah Cooke. I also am an avid knitter and sewist.

The Crusader’s Bride is Free!

Start the Champions of St. Euphemia series free! The Crusader’s Bride, book one of the complete series, is free at all major portals and The Crusader’s Heart, book two of the series, is discounted to $2.99 US until February 16.

The Crusader's Bride, book one of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire DelacroixGaston battled for duty and honor—until Ysmaine tempted him to fight for her love…

When the Templar knight Gaston unexpectedly inherits his family estate, he knows he needs a wife and heir. A marriage of convenience to a widow in need of assistance is a practical solution and the newly-wed pair leave Jerusalem, entrusted with the delivery of a package for the Templars. Away from the life he has known for years, Gaston quickly realizes that little is following his plan—especially his mysterious wife, whose presence awakens an unexpected fire…

Twice widowed, Ysmaine doubts she will ever wed again, let alone have a marriage of merit—until she is charmed by the gruff knight intent upon defending her. Ysmaine weds again, not only by her own choice but to a warrior whose honor she admires. She is determined to show Gaston that marriage has more to offer them both than an heir, but first she must win the trust of the wary man she has impulsively wed…

Neither realize that Gaston has been entrusted with the treasure of the Templars—much less that someone in their small party is intent upon claiming the prize at any cost. In a company of strangers with secrets, can Gaston dare to trust his new bride? Can Ysmaine convince Gaston to confide what he knows? Can they solve the riddle together before the villain’s plan comes to fruition and all is lost?

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The Crusader’s Heart is also discounted through the 16th to $2.99 US or equivalent.

The Crusader's Heart, book two of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire DelacroixWulfe knew his place—until Christina taught him to hope for more…

An orphan and a man who has fought for his own survival, Wulfe is a Templar knight sworn to the order for life. He will defend the order and his brethren to his last, but protests when he is included in a mission to deliver a package to Paris on the cusp of an attack on Jerusalem. The assignment so vexes him so that he seeks distraction in a Venetian brothel. Wulfe does not expect to encounter a courtesan of beauty and wit, her appeal for his assistance—much less his own desire to fulfill her request…

Christina recognizes immediately that the grim knight offers the chance to escape a despised life and reclaim her legacy. All she has to do is convince Wulfe to accompany her out of the city, a challenge that demands more than the power of her touch—when Wulfe is attacked, she seizes the opportunity to prove her value to him and his quest, uncertain whether her wits will be sufficient.

As attacks mount and danger engulfs the small company, Christina is the one who guesses the contents of the Templar package—and holds the key to its successful delivery. Wulfe is shocked to realize that she has awakened the heart he forgot he possessed—and when she risks herself to see his mission completed, he must choose between his duty and his newfound love…

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Valentine’s Day Giveaway

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Giveaway runs from 2/1/2020 through 2/14/2020. Winners will be announced on 2/15/2020.

New Covers for The Champions

The Champions of St. Euphemia series are getting new covers! I just love how these came out!
The Crusader's Bride, book one of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire Delacroix  The Crusader's Heart, book two of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire Delacroix The Crusader's Kiss, book three of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire Delacroix  The Crusader's Vow, book four of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire Delacroix The Crusader's Handfast, book five of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire Delacroix The Champions of St. Euphemia Boxed Set including all five medieval romances in the series by Claire Delacroix
I’m updating the book interiors in both the ebook and print editions, and also revising the copy for each book. This is in the works right now—I’ve uploaded the new versions of the first two books, and they should appear at the portals today. I’ll get through the rest of them this weekend.

The Crusader's Bride, book one of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire Delacroix in audioIf you’ve already purchased any of the ebooks, the new version should be available from your portal of choice as a free update. (The links have remained the same.)

The Crusader's Heart, book two of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances by Claire Delacroix, in audioThe audiobook covers have also been updated for The Crusader’s Bride and The Crusader’s Heart. You should also be able to update your cover image, UNLESS you bought the ebook before February 1, 2019 at a portal other than Audible/Amazon.

I also have the print editions to update. Since a new cover requires a new ISBN#, it may take me a week or more to get the new print editions linked to the ebook versions. I’ll let you know when they’re live.

What do you think?

Pearl Beyond Price Today!

Today’s the day! The new edition of Pearl Beyond Price is available this morning. I rewrote the ending of this book, so if you read the original version back in 1995, you’ll find some changes in this edition. I just love the new cover, too!

Pearl Beyond Price, book two in the Unicorn Trilogy of medieval romances by Claire DelacroiBlack Wind, the Mongols hailed him. Swift, fierce and proud. Yet Kira looked upon Thierry de Pereille and saw, not a man marked by legend, but a warrior who had taken her from the life she knew…to a place of passion beyond her wildest dreams.

The woman was a witch. Truly, who else could make pearls drop from her mouth? Or ensnare a man with nothing more than a touch? Yet, even as he fought the power that bound them together, Thierry knew he could not deny that the gentle Kira was his destiny.

“Another dazzling Delacroix delicacy!”—Affaire de Coeur

Book #2 of the Unicorn Trilogy

This edition of Pearl Beyond Price has been revised from the original published version and includes new scenes.

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Available today!

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Fabulous Firsts Blue Collection from the Jewels of Historical Romance

Jewels of Historical Romance Fabulous Firsts Blue Collection

Fabulous Firsts: The Blue Collection, a digital boxed set of first-in-series historical romances from the Jewels of Historical Romances

Fabulous Firsts: The Blue Collection

More than 1700 pages—six novels from six New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors! Each book is the first in a beloved series. From the majesty of medieval castles to the glittering ballrooms of the Regency, read an enchanting novel from six of the twelve Jewels of Historical Romance!

A KNIGHT IN TARNISHED ARMOR by Jill Barnett
Book 1 of her Fool Me Once series
England, 14th Century: Desperate to flee a forced marriage to England’s most fearsome knight, Lady Linnet of Ardenwood hires the dangerous mercenary, William de Ros, to help her escape to a convent. But de Ros is the new Baron Warbrooke, her betrothed, who has only a week to woo and win her heart.

THE BRIDE WORE BLUE by Cheryl Bolen
Book 1 of her Brides of Bath series
England, 1811: For six long years Thomas Moreland has dreamed of the beautiful young noblewoman who rescued him. Wealthy now, he’s come to Bath to rescue his fair Felicity—while endeavoring to win her love.

MIDNIGHT MARRIAGE by Lucinda Brant
Book 1 of her Roxton Family Saga
England & France, 1769: Based on real events, a hasty midnight marriage between teenagers establishes a dynasty. Ten years later, Deb stumbles across a wounded duelist in the forest. It is love at first sight. The stranger is in truth her husband Julian, Marquess of Alston, returned from years in exile to claim his wife before a rival can.

THE FORBIDDEN DUKE by Darcy Burke
Book 1 in her The Untouchables series
London, 1811: A decade ago, Titus St. John’s idle roguery brought about the ruin of Eleanor Lockhart—and his self-imposed isolation. Now she’s back, and she needs his help. But by “saving” her, The Forbidden Duke may ruin her life all over again.

LADY DANGER by Glynnis Campbell
Book 1 of her Warrior Maids of Rivenloch series
Scotland, 1136: Warrior maid Deirdre of Rivenloch never turns her back on a fight when her clan is threatened. But when she marries the powerful Sir Pagan Cameliard to save her sister, Deirdre faces a new kind of enemy who crosses swords with her by day and lays siege to her heart by night.

GATHER THE STARS by Kimberly Cates
Book 1 of her Culloden’s Fire series
Scotland, 1746: Englishwoman Rachel de Lacey vows to wed the bravest soldier. She is taken hostage by the Glen Lyon, the Highland raider saving Scotland’s orphans from English retribution. Branded a coward in battle, he teaches her a new meaning for courage.

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