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The Highlander＇s Bride |
| Michele
Sinclair
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| 因義務而相識 一直以來，領主康納．麥克緹內總夢想著能擁有長長久久的愛情，然而實情是，送上門的女人無一不是衝著他的頭銜以及土地而來，也因此讓康納徹底斷了結婚的念頭。直到有天，屬下無意間發現藏身樹林的一名英格蘭女孩——羅瑞兒．珂黛爾，她的出現更是讓康納一見傾心。很顯然的，掩蓋在滿身污垢與爛泥巴底下的羅瑞兒，是個十足的美人胚子。然而羅瑞兒會不會只是另一個勾引男人的狐狸精？還是這回康納真的遇上了命中註定的真命天女？ 受愛慾而結合 在逃離殘忍的領主迫害之後，羅瑞兒相信眼前這位蘇格蘭領主，能夠保護她免於前領主的追殺。當她深深凝視康納那雙銀灰色的雙眼時，不僅看見他精明的武士之道，更察覺康納有著易於挑逗而亢奮的另一面。只是在兩人可以盡情探索相互熾烈的慾望之前，這甫萌芽的愛情，卻遭受到羅瑞兒昔日秘密的危脅…… BOUND BY DUTY Highland laird Conor McTiernay had always dreamed of an enduring love. But the reality of women who desired him only for his title and lands made him swear off marriage forever. That is until he first set eyes on the Englishwoman his men found hiding in the forest. Beneath the dirt and grime it was clear Laurel Cordell was beautiful. But would she prove to be yet another beguiling seductress or had Conor finally found the one woman who could lay claim to his heart? DRAWN BY DESIRE Laurel trusted that the Scottish chieftain would keep her safe from the cruel laird from whom she had escaped. Looking deep into Conor＇s silver eyes she saw not only his calculating warrior ways but his quick arousal to passion. But before they can explore the growing desire between them, their newfound love is threatened by secrets from her past... －－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－-
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Scotland, 1307 ＂Are you ever going to get married?＂ It was a tiresome question that had been asked too many times these past few weeks. Since his younger brother decided to wed, everyone assumed he should now want to as well. ＂Your turn, Conor!＂ was heard everywhere he turned. Those who knew him, knew better than to ask, but those who didn＇t eventually uttered the cursed question: ＂So, when are you going to get married?＂ By the time they had finally left the wedding to return home, he had probably angered more than a few with his replies of ＂When I damn well want to—never.＂ ＂What say you, Conor—are you ever going to select a wife?＂ came a grating voice mimicking one of the many Scottish mothers he had encountered this past week. Quiet laughter buzzed from a group of men, all blue eyed and dark haired. ＂He＇s going to clobber you one of these days, Craig.＂ ＂I hope he aims for Craig＇s mouth,＂ chimed in one of the younger riders, enjoying that someone else was the object of his older brother＇s ridicule. Conor ignored the banter of his younger brothers and led the small group to a nearby river to refresh their mounts. This obligatory trip was finally coming to an end. In a few days, he would soon be on McTiernay land again and resume his duties as laird of his clan. ＂See to the horses. We＇ll camp at the valley ahead.＂ The men nodded and began to take care of their mounts. Tonight＇s destination was several miles to the north and it would be nightfall before they made camp. While the valley Conor had chosen had not even a stream to alleviate the parched throat of man or horse, the small group of highlanders all understood his decision. None of them wanted to sleep too close to Douglass soil. While only a small portion of Douglass territory bordered the allied land upon which Conor and his men currently rode, it was in a strategic location. Sheltered on two sides by large cliffs, only two sections needed to be fortified and protected. It was an excellent place to build a fortress, and that is exactly what the Douglass ancestors had done. Conor thought on his brother＇s question as they continued towards the valley. He was a large man, even by highlander standards. His dark brown hair was usually tied back in a manner atypical of Scottish soldiers. For years, women and their mothers had pursued him relentlessly, employing various tactics to persuade him into a commitment. The idea of becoming the wife of a powerful laird was too compelling, especially when that laird was young and exceedingly attractive. Over the years, the artificiality of soft words whispered by pretty women had changed him. He was no longer considered the desirable highlander of his youth, but a cold, hard man without warmth to share with any woman. So while still a striking man, it had been some time since he had caught a lady＇s eye, whether she might be sincere or not. It mattered little, though, for Conor had no desire to marry. Most marriages were little more than contracts. They were only a means to ensure alliances, carry on family bloodlines, share work burdens, or to meet physical needs. His talent with the sword and the unswerving loyalty of his men gained him alliances enough. His many brothers would ensure the McTiernay name would continue for generations, and he had found that his physical needs could be met any time without the prerequisite of a marriage contract. He could recall only one marriage—his parents＇—that had been something more. His parents had forged a union built on support, desire, and the assurance that—no matter what the circumstances—they would always believe and trust in each other. As a naive young man, he desired to find someone and create a similar life and bond. After barely escaping one conniving woman, Conor began to look for pretence in women pursuing the idea of becoming Lady McTiernay. He was never disappointed. While most of his admirers were polite, not one had desired him for himself. When confronted about their title-searching designs, a few panicked and others cried. Some had called him cold, declaring him to be the only highland laird alive without a heart. After a series of disappointments and stomach-churning experiences, he decided the joy and bond his parents shared was a unique gift that would never be his... －－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－-
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| ■米雪兒．辛克萊／Michele Sinclair In need of a creative outlet, Michele Sinclair began writing fiction novels soon after her second child was born. A voracious reader of romance books and a constant dreamer of romantic plots, she was encouraged to put her ideas to paper. After she wrote her first historical romance, Michele realized she found and loved her new niche. As a consultant for over 15 years, Michele has written numerous documents, received various awards, and worked as a copy editor for a published journal. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia with her two favorite loves－－－her ever loving and supportive children. |
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