Book four of the Blood Brothers series of medieval Scottish romances is Murdoch and Nyssa’s story and the series finale. This is a story of redemption and healing – and the pre-order is up!
The Scot & the Sorceress
Embittered by his losses and thwarted in his pursuit of vengeance, Murdoch is sworn to avenge his father. The sole means of striking a blow against his enemy, the Silver Wolf, is to seize that man’s beloved wife, Alys—but Murdoch cannot bring himself to injure a woman he has known all his life. When the wise woman of the woods offers herself in exchange for Alys’ freedom, Murdoch cannot resist temptation. The mysterious beauty lights a fire in his blood, a need for more than vengeance, and Murdoch finds himself enchanted. He never expects Nyssa, his apparent opposite, to burn with a similar desire for vengeance—but once she asks for his assistance, Murdoch swears gladly to do her will.
Nyssa is a healer and a wise woman, blessed with visions of the future to come. When her dreams fill with horrors for her kin in the distant north, she knows she must return to aid in their defense, no matter how long the odds against her. She strikes a bargain with Murdoch, a man with fearsome fighting skills, to aid in her quest, never guessing that her need to heal his hidden wounds will be so overwhelmingly powerful. Her visions warn that she has made an unholy alliance and that Murdoch’s anger will destroy her utterly—yet Nyssa cannot resist his fiery touch or the gift of watching him heal.
Bound together by passion and fury, Murdoch and Nyssa journey north, where they find her family snared in a battle that pits brother against brother. When Nyssa’s father surrenders her to his enemies for the sake of peace, Murdoch realizes that he must defend justice everywhere, beginning with the rescue of his beloved—no matter the cost to himself.
This weekend, the ebook of The Beauty Bride, book one of the Jewels of Kinfairlie series of medieval romances, is free at Amazon! The book and the series are also enrolled in KDP Select, which means you can read the whole series free if you have a Kindle Unlimited subscription. The sale on book one is from May 25 to May 29, but the clock runs on Seattle time, so don’t wait until the last minute!
More cherished than gold are the Jewels of Kinfairlie, and only the worthiest may fight for their love…The Laird of Kinfairlie has unmarried sisters, each a gem in her own right. And he has no choice but to see them all wed in haste.
Lady Madeline’s heart is not for sale…especially not to a notorious outlaw like Rhys FitzHenry. Yet Madeline’s hand has been sold, to none other than this battle-weary warrior with a price on his head. A more dutiful maiden might cede to the Laird’s command and meekly accept her fate, but Madeline has never been obedient. She decides to run away, though she never dreams that Rhys will pursue her.
She does not expect this taciturn man to woo her with fanciful stories, much less that each of his enthralling tales will reveal a scar upon his shielded soul. She never imagines that a man like Rhys could imperil her own heart while revealing so little of his own feelings. When Rhys’ past threatens his future, Madeline takes a leap of faith. She dares to believe him innocent—and risks her own life to pursue a passion more priceless than the rarest gem.
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A lyrical medieval-era romance!
Publishers Weekly
The Beauty Bride is enrolled in Kindle Unlimited so the ebook is available exclusively at Amazon.
Claire Delacroix is always a winner for me with her tales of chivalry, passion and lush romance—I simply love her books. I found this one to be a great read, and recommend it highly to anyone liking a rousing, medieval-period romance. Five angels!
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Ms. Delacroix creates an atmosphere so real that you’ll feel the wind in your hair as you race across the land with the protagonists. This writer is a genius at stirring the emotions of her readers and letting them share the excitement of the characters.
Rendezvous
Once again, Claire Delacroix comes through with an historical romance that does not disappoint…There are few medieval writers who can sweep me away as Claire Delacroix can. I cannot wait for the following books of this trilogy.
Romance Reader at Heart
Ms. Delacroix has painted a tale of love and romance fit to be framed…I quite literally devoured this book in a single day of reading. It was so entertaining and well written that I could not bring myself to put it down. I even forgot to eat because I was so wrapped up in this wonderful tale and, gasp, there was chocolate in the house!
After reading this magnificent book, it’s easy to see why Ms. Delacroix is considered one of the best medieval romance authors around. With careful attention to detail and a beautiful writing style, she whisks you to the Middle Ages for a grand romantic adventure…The Beauty Bride is a fabulous read!
The Romance Studio
An exciting action tale fully packed packed with an assortment of well-defined forceful characters, both old and new…This is a prime example of the highly imaginative and entertaining novels Delacroix is celebrated for, in a stellar start to what looks to be a sensation new medieval series that is heading straight for my ‘keeper shelf’!
Historical Romance Writers
Ms. Delacroix has a wonderful way of pulling you into the story…you will not be able to put the book down until you are finished.
The Crusader’s Kiss, book three of my Champions of St. Euphemia series, is now available in a German edition. This series is currently exclusive to Amazon in KDP Select, so you can read it free with a Kindle Unlimited subscription.
Bartholomew brennt darauf, für seine Vergangenheit Rache zu nehmen – bis Anna ihm eine Zukunft schenkt …
Bartholomew kehrt nach England zurück, um seine Eltern zu rächen und sein gestohlenes Erbe zu beanspruchen – nur, um sich unvermittelt in den Wäldern seiner Heimat einer Diebesbande gegenüberzusehen. Als er den wagemutigen Anführer gefangen nimmt, stellt er zu seiner Überraschung fest, dass es sich um eine junge Frau in Verkleidung handelt, deren scharfer Verstand und Kühnheit ihn beeindrucken. Er schlägt ihr vor, zum Schein zu heiraten, um sich Zugang zur Burg zu verschaffen, freilich, ohne zu ahnen, dass die Ehe sie beide in Versuchung führen wird, mehr zu wollen. Doch kann Bartholomew einer Frau trauen, die durch die Kunst Täuschung überlebt?
Anna möchte Gerechtigkeit für die Menschen in Haynesdale, um jeden Preis. Die Einmischung eines fremden Ritters, und mag er noch so gut aussehen, ist ihr alles andere als willkommen. Bartholomew wäre ein nützlicher Verbündeter, wenn sie sich seiner Ziele nur sicher sein könnte. Benutzt dieser irritierende, charmante Ritter sie nur, um zu einem rätselhaften Zweck alles über die Geschichte der Ländereien zu erfahren?
Als Bartholomews Identität als verlorener Erbe von Haynesdale aufgedeckt wird, wird er zum Ziel derer, die seine Familie verraten haben. Können er und Anna ihr Misstrauen überwinden und gemeinsam für die Zukunft von Haynesdale kämpfen – und für ihre erblühende Liebe?
The Rose Red Bride, book two of the Jewels of Kinfairlie series of medieval romances, is now available in a Portuguese edition!
Mais desejadas do que ouro são as Joias de Kinfairlie, e apenas os mais dignos podem lutar por seu amor… O laird de Kinfairlie tem irmãs solteiras, cada uma delas é uma joia por conta própria. E ele não tem escolha a não ser vê-las todos casadas, e logo.
Como uma heroína em uma antiga lenda, Vivienne esperou por seu amante predestinado no quarto mais alto da torre de Kinfairlie. Na escuridão, ele chegou e se aproximou dela, envolto por capuz e manto para que ela não visse seu rosto. Ele a amou com doçura e entrega… e Vivienne sabia que havia encontrado seu destino.
Mas na luz da manhã, seu sonho é destruído. Erik Sinclair de Blackleith não é um herói romântico, mas um guerreiro deserdado, que organizou seu sequestro para recuperar o próprio legado. Indignada com a insistência de Erik de que precisa dela apenas para gerar um filho, mas envolvida pela paixão que ele desperta, Vivienne percebe que há mais valor em seu taciturno esposo do que ele admitiria. Erik está cético quanto à crescente fé que ela deposita em sua honra e no seu desejo de reconquistar o direito de primogenitura roubado…
Mal ele suspeita que sua rara joia de noiva pretende também capturar seu coração, que se encontra protegido por uma fortaleza intransponível.
“Uma linda história, comovente e profundamente emocionante. Nota máxima!” — The Romance Studio
This weekend, the ebook of The Crusader’s Bride, book one of the Champions of St. Euphemia series of medieval romances, is free at Amazon! The book and the series are also enrolled in KDP Select, which means you can read the whole series free if you have a Kindle Unlimited subscription. The sale on book one is from April 27 to May 1, but the clock runs on Seattle time, so don’t wait until the last minute!
The Crusader’s Bride
Gaston 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?
The Crusader’s Bride is currently enrolled in Kindle Unlimited and available exclusively at Amazon.
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