New Releases by Karen Hawkins

Mary Hurst ha un''unica possibilità per salvare suo fratello: recuperare un prezioso manufatto egizio e consegnarlo ai rapitori che hanno sequestrato il celebre archeologo. Purtroppo, il reperto si trova nel castello di Angus Hay, il conte di Erroll. Scontroso, diffidente, ferito e affascinante come nessuno, Angus non ha alcuna intenzione di affidarlo a una perfetta sconosciuta. Anzi, credendo che Mary sia una ladra, arriva addirittura a imprigionarla, almeno finché lei non confesserà la verità. Ma la convivenza forzata si trasforma presto in una schermaglia continua e una lenta, inesorabile guerra dei sensi. E se vogliono risolvere in tempo il mistero dell''antico artefatto, dovranno prima arrendersi e decidere se rischiare tutto per amore...

A brand new novel in the “sometimes whimsical, often insightful, always absorbing” (Shelf Awareness) Dove Pond series that follows a gifted historian investigating the mystery of a love story lost to time. When an antique tin of love letters is found hidden in her family home, noted historian Tay Dove rushes home to Dove Pond to investigate. Tay is still reeling from a romantic betrayal, so she’s relieved to refocus her energies on her latest project: a biography of her great-great-grandmother Sarafina, a star reporter who began her career in Dove Pond in the late 19th century before abruptly leaving town. Tay believes the letters could be the key in solving what happened, but they only add to her questions—especially when they reveal a forbidden love affair with William Day, a wild youth who took part in a notorious train robbery. Some answers might be found in eighty-year-old Rose Day’s bookshop, which doubles as a town archive, but Rose is curiously resistant to give Tay access. Just when Tay thinks she’s reached a dead end, she finds an unlikely ally in Rose’s grandson, Luke, a fellow puzzle lover. Together, they set out to uncover what really happened all those years ago…and find the truth behind a love story that could be more precious than gold. Perfect for fans of Alice Hoffman and Sarah Addison Allen, The Bookshop of Hidden Dreams proves that adventure is always waiting to be found, especially within the pages of a book.

Three lives converge as a wildly talented baker returns to Dove Pond to face her past in this entry in the charming series that proves that sometimes miracles really do happen... Ella Dove is an acclaimed baker whose desserts spark vivid, cherished memories in those who taste them. A restless soul, Ella goes wherever the wind takes her—but driven by a haunting dream, she’s coming home to Dove Pond for an extended visit. Ella believes the dream is a sign it’s time she confront and reconcile with her mentor, Angela Stewart Harrington. Years ago, Angela falsely accused Ella of stealing her coveted family recipe book, known as the Book of Cakes. Angela has her own share of amends to make. Her daughter Jules has never forgiven her for divorcing her father, and they’ve been estranged ever since. But just as Angela begins to hope that she and Jules might mend their tattered relationship, a miscommunication turns into a lie that could destroy everything. Meanwhile, Jules’s son Gray is shocked that Ella, his first love and his first heartbreak, has returned to Dove Pond. But even though he knows Ella is a wanderer and will soon leave, he’s unable to stop himself from falling for her once again. Can Gray find a way to convince Ella to give him, and their town, a serious chance? Or is he once again on the road to a broken heart? With so much at stake, Ella, Angela, and Gray must learn to accept each other—flaws and all—forgive the many mistakes of their pasts, and trust that love can, and will, always find a way. For fans of Alice Hoffman and Sarah Addison Allen, The Secret Recipe of Ella Dove is a delicious and magical read that will warm your heart and charm your senses.

⭐ An irresistible treat for Bridgerton fans! ⭐ Join the Bridgertons, and the rest of the ton, as they pore over (and gossip about) Lady Whistledown''s latest musings. The elusive Regency-era gossip columnist - popularized in No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn''s Bridgerton novels, now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix - reveals society''s most recent secrets in this glittering anthology! Who Stole Lady Neeley''s Bracelet? Was it the fortune hunter, the gambler, the servant or the rogue? All of London is abuzz with speculation, but it is clear that one of four couples is connected to the crime . . . Lady Whistledown''s Society Papers, May 1816 Julia Quinn enchants: A dashing fortune hunter is captivated by the Season''s most desired debutante . . . and must prove he is out to steal the lady''s heart, not her dowry. Suzanne Enoch tantalizes: An innocent miss who has spent her life scrupulously avoiding scandal is suddenly - and secretly - courted by London''s most notorious rogue. Karen Hawkins seduces: A roving viscount comes home to rekindle the passionate fires of his marriage . . . only to discover that his beautiful, headstrong bride will not be so easily won. Mia Ryan delights: A lovely, free-spirited servant is dazzled by the romantic attentions of a charming earl . . . sparking a scandalous affair that could ruin them both. You''ll hear it first from Lady Whistledown! ................................. ''If you enjoyed the snippets of gossip from Lady W in Julia Quinn''s Bridgerton series then you are in for a treat'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review

Num dos eventos mais cobiçados da temporada – o jantar de Lady Neeley – acontece o impensável... desaparece a sua fabulosa pulseira de rubis. Junte-se à fina flor de Londres para descobrir, ao longo de quatro contos de quatro autoras já nossas conhecidas, como tudo se passou – com a ajuda, é claro, da extraordinária Lady Whistledown. Há o atraente caçador de fortunas, que está encantado com a debutante mais elegível da temporada. Precisa apenas de lhe provar que pretende somente o seu coração (e não a sua herança). Há também a dama de companhia de Lady Neeley, que sucumbe aos encantos de um lorde de má reputação... Há ainda a ingénua rapariga cujos pais tudo farão para a proteger... e o ... e o conde que a quer cortejar, embora seja o candidato menos promissor. E por fim, temos um visconde e a sua viscondessa, afastados por um mal-entendido. Será o tempo capaz de curar todas as feridas? Londres está a fervilhar com mexericos sobre este ousado furto... Mas, caro leitor, não tema: a única fonte fidedigna continua a ser a pena de Lady Whistledown!

"Ava Dove-the sixth of the seven famed Dove sisters and owner of Ava Dove''s Landscaping and Specialty Teas-is frantic. Just as she is getting ready to open her fabulous new tearoom, her herbal teas have gone wonky. Suddenly, her sleep-inducing tea is startling her clients awake with vivid dreams, her romance-kindling tea is causing people to blurt out their darkest secrets, and her happiness tea is making them spend hours staring into mirrors. At the same time, Ava''s newest employee''s-sixteen-year-old Kristen Foster-life has just come crashing down around her. After her mother''s death, her grandmother arrived in town to sweep her off to a white mansion on a hill in distant Raleigh. Kristen is desperate to stay with her friends in Dove Pond, but to do so means she must undertake a quest she''s been avoiding her entire life-finding her sperm donor father. With the help of an ancient herbal remedy book, Ava realizes Kristen holds the key to fixing her unstable tea leaves. So she throws herself into Kristen''s search, even convincing Kristen''s grandmother to help, too. Together, the three embark on a reluctant but magical journey of healing, friendship, and family that will delight fans of Alice Hoffman, Kate Morton, and Sarah Addison Allen"--

• Llega otra brillante antología comentada por Lady Whistledown, la columnista más popular de la Regencia, popularizada por Julia Quinn en sus novelas sobre la familia Bridgerton. «¿Quién robó la pulsera de Lady Neeley? ¿Fue el cazafortunas? ¿El amante de los juegos de azar? ¿Fue la criada? ¿O quizás el canalla? Todo Londres es un hervidero de especulaciones, pero está claro que una de las cuatro parejas está relacionada con el crimen.» La columna de Lady Whistledown, mayo de 1816 En la historia escrita por Julia Quinn, un apuesto cazafortunas cae hechizado ante la debutante más deseada de la Temporada… y debe demostrar que quiere conquistar su corazón, no su fortuna. En el relato de Suzanne Enoch, una dama inocente que se ha pasado la vida evitando el escándalo empieza a ser cortejada por el canalla más conocido de Londres. En la historia escrita por Karen Hawkins, un vizconde vuelve a casa tras 12 años para reavivar las llamas de su matrimonio… pero descubre que su bella y testaruda mujer no será tan fácil de reconquistar. En el relato de Mia Ryan, una adorable criada de espíritu libre queda deslumbrada por las atenciones románticas de un encantador conde… que los lleva a vivir un escandaloso affair que podría arruinarlos a ambos. ¡Pero Lady Whistledown será la primera en contarlo!

• La brillante antología comentada por Lady Whistledown, la columnista más famosa de la Regencia, popularizada por Julia Quinn en sus novelas sobre la familia Bridgerton. ¡Lady Whistledown lo cuenta todo! En la historia escrita por Julia Quinn, la sociedad se escandaliza cuando la debutante más prometedora de la Temporada es abandonada por su prometido… Pero al cabo de un tiempo se cruza en su camino su apuesto hermano mayor. En el relato de Suzanne Enoch, un joven enamorado se apresura en volver a Londres cuando los escandalosos actos de su bella prometida salen a la luz en la columna de Lady Whistledown. El futuro novio necesitará ganarse el corazón de su dama de una vez por todas. En la historia escrita por Karen Hawkins, un atractivo canalla ve cómo su duradera amistad y su corazón son puestos a prueba cuando su adorable amiga se fija en otra persona. En el relato de Mia Ryan, una joven debe abandonar su casa por un marqués tan insufrible como encantador, que no solo pretende quedarse con la vivienda, sino con su anterior ocupante.

Lady Whistledown revela tudo... em 4 histórias escandalosamente românticas! Ao ler sobre o comportamento menos próprio da sua noiva na crónica de mexericos de Lady Whistledown, um (muito ansioso) noivo apressa-se a viajar até Londres para a conquistar de uma vez por todas.... e o que acontece quando um conhecido patife (e eterno mulherengo) se apercebe de que a sua melhor (e única) amiga está de olho... noutra pessoa?Depois de ser expulsa do seu lar por um insuportável (e irresistível) marquês, uma jovem descobre que ele não tenciona apenas tomar posse da casa... pretende possuí-la a ela também!A alta-sociedade fica ao rubro quando a debutante mais promissora da temporada é rejeitada pelo seu prometido – para depois ser arrebatada por nada menos do que... o irmão dele!Quatro autoras de renome escrevem quatro histórias de amor, todas elas interligadas por personagens e enredos comuns.A cereja no topo do bolo? Cada história é iniciada por Lady Whistledown e a sua imperdível coluna de mexericos e (escandalosas) revelações...

3 ROMANZI IN 1 I fratelli MacLean Inghilterra - Scozia, 1807-1810 Quando il destino le pone di fronte a scelte difficili, non esitano a dimostrare il loro valore. Quello che sta per essere celebrato non è certo il matrimonio che Fiona ha sempre sognato, tuttavia è disposta a compiere un simile sacrificio, se l''unione con Jack Kincaid porrà fine alla faida tra le loro famiglie. Dopotutto, si sente perfettamente in grado di accoglierlo nel proprio letto senza innamorarsi. Ma non ha fatto i conti con il fascino irresistibile del marito. Quando Gregor MacLean scopre che la sua migliore amica, Venetia, è stata rapita da un cacciatore di dote, si precipita in Scozia per salvarla, aspettandosi un benvenuto da eroe. Lei invece lo accoglie con irritazione, e la collera esplode fra loro. Una collera a cui si mescola però un''inaspettata attrazione, e il fatto di restare bloccati in una locanda a causa di una tempesta contribuisce soltanto a peggiorare le cose. Dopo che il padre ha perduto la tenuta di famiglia giocando contro il tenebroso Dougal MacLean, Sophia decide di riprendersela nello stesso modo, puntando l''unica cosa che le resta: se stessa. Dougal è incapace di resistere al fascino della sfida e alla straordinaria bellezza di Sophia, e quando lei gli propone di giocare a carte con quella posta a dir poco inconsueta, accetta di buon grado. UN MATRIMONIO PERFETTO L''ONORE DI UNA GENTILDONNA PARTITA COL DESTINO

New York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins crafts an unforgettable story about a sleepy Southern town, two fiercely independent women, and a truly magical friendship. Sarah Dove is no ordinary bookworm. To her, books have always been more than just objects: they live, they breathe, and sometimes they even speak. When Sarah grows up to become the librarian in her quaint Southern town of Dove Pond, her gift helps place every book in the hands of the perfect reader. Recently, however, the books have been whispering about something out of the ordinary: the arrival of a displaced city girl named Grace Wheeler. If the books are right, Grace could be the savior that Dove Pond desperately needs. The problem is, Grace wants little to do with the town or its quirky residents—Sarah chief among them. It takes a bit of urging, and the help of an especially wise book, but Grace ultimately embraces the challenge to rescue her charmed new community. In her quest, she discovers the tantalizing promise of new love, the deep strength that comes from having a true friend, and the power of finding just the right book. “A mesmerizing fusion of the mystical and the everyday” (Susan Andersen, New York Times bestselling author), The Book Charmer is a heartwarming story about the magic of books that feels more than a little magical itself. Prepare to fall under its spell.

A woman with a legendary green thumb, a man living in an emotional desert, and a small boy unable to connect with others. Can the three of them, with a little help from the charmed town of Dove Pond (and a pesky ghost), turn a nightmare into a fairytale and forge their own happily ever after? Young widow Sofia Rodriquez has just accepted the position of greenhouse manager for Ava Dove’s booming herbal tea business. Sofia is delighted to have found a job that will make use of her gardening skills and allow her to spend time with her son, Noah, who has been diagnosed with Asperger’s. Adding to her joy is the charming farmhouse she’s renting on the edge of Dove Pond. The only cloud on Sofia’s horizon is her next door neighbor, Jake, whose yard is a thorny jungle worthy of Sleeping Beauty. Soon enough, Sofia discovers that Jake himself is just as thorny and unpleasant as his yard. After his fiancé left him, work-from-home IT whiz and game developer Jake Klaine has gone from Prince Charming to complete hermit. But Jake isn’t really alone; he’s living with a ghost: a (formerly) hairy man named Doyle who’s a fan of bad puns and who refuses to leave Jake’s bathtub. This is nothing new for Jake, as he’s been talking to ghosts since he was a boy. He finds real people harder to deal with, like the kid next door who won’t stop bugging him about the new game he’s developing. Sofia and Jake know all too well that life isn’t a game. They’ve both lost the person they loved most. But under the watchful eye of the ghostly Doyle and Sofia’s new friend Ava, who has abilities of her own, Jake and Sofia decide to take a chance and let in an outsider. Soon they discover that, with a little magic, even the thorniest walls are no match for the innocent trust of a lonely child and the fierce determination of a woman wielding a razor-sharp pruner and a heart big enough to make even the most stubborn flower bloom.

Gracefully broken is a collection of stories written by Women of God who have victoriously walked through a variety of challenging situations in life. It is their heart''s desire to not only give glory to God for the marvelous things He has done but to also inspire others both male and female to know the power of God that can deliver, protect and set them free from the traps of life. As you walk through the pages of this book, you may feel the hurt and pain from some of the situations they encountered, but you will also come away with the assurance that God is a healer, redeemer, savior, and king. Let us not forget the most significant thing, just as God opened his heart of love and hope to each of these women, he stands ready and willing to do the same for anyone who will open their heart and allow him into their life.

Un explorateur déterminé Quand le renommé égyptologue Michael Hurst découvre que la célèbre amulette Hurst est cachée en Écosse, il insiste pour que sa dévouée assistante, Mlle Jane Smtyhe-Haughton, l’accompagne vers le nord. Étrangement, l’imperturbable Jane semble ébranlée par leur destination, la mystérieuse l’île de Barra. Un Michael fasciné observe sa guindée assistante se transformer, révélant des couches intrigantes de mystères et de vulnérabilités. Serait-il sur le point de découvrir non pas un, mais deux trésors? Une intrépide princesse Autrefois une princesse de clan, Jane a fui Barra il y a de nombreuses années afin d’éviter un mariage forcé. Depuis, elle gagne sa vie en tant que l’efficace Mlle Smythe- Haughton, la parfaite (et extrêmement bien payée) assistante. Maintenant, elle doit affronter ses secrets... incluant ses sentiments envers son irascible employeur, le trop séduisant, Michael Hurst. Un plaisir périlleux D’autres sont aussi à la recherche de l’amulette disparue. Est-ce que Jane et Michael pourront apprendre à se faire mutuellement confiance à temps pour résoudre deux énigmes : l’emplacement de l’amulette Hurst et la signification de la vive passion qui s’enflamme entre eux?

Prophetic DNA: Discovering & Embracing How God Speaks To And Through You is a manual that gives insights on how one can discover and embrace their innately prophetic DNA. The author shares insights into how the prophetic manifests in various ways through people''s unique God design. Additionally, this manual gives insight into how one''s physical senses can enable them to discern what''s driving behind a situation and enables them to discern what God is speaking and/or revealing.

Há tanto a ser dito sobre o baile oferecido por lady Trowbridge, em Hampstead, que esta autora não teria como contar tudo em só uma coluna... Crônicas da sociedade de lady Whistledown, maio de 1813 Em Nada escapa a lady Whistledown, a cronista eternizada por Julia Quinn continua a revelar os acontecimentos mais apimentados da temporada londrina. Suas colunas são o fio condutor das quatro histórias que formam esta encantadora e divertida coletânea. Julia Quinn encanta... A alta sociedade está em polvorosa, afinal a debutante mais promissora da temporada foi rejeitada por seu pretendente...apenas para ser conquistada em seguida pelo charmoso irmão mais velho do canalha que não a quis. Suzanne Enoch fascina... Um futuro noivo fica sabendo que o comportamento escandaloso de sua bela prometida foi parar na coluna de lady Whistledown e volta correndo para Londres com o intuito de ganhar o coração da moça de uma vez por todas. Karen Hawkins seduz... Um conhecido libertino tem sua amizade mais antiga e seu coração postos à prova quando uma adorável dama se encanta por outro cavalheiro. Mia Ryan delicia... Uma jovem é despejada da própria casa por um detestável – embora charmoso – marquês que pretende tomar posse não apenas do imóvel, mas também de sua antiga moradora.

New York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins writes a ravishing addition to an exciting series of romances touched by magic as old as time. A properly raised young lady rebels against the restrictions of both society and family when she meets a dark, dangerous, and wildly passionate man as they both fight to resist their forbidden love ... and the seductive pull of an ancient magic. Miss Charlotte Harrington knows what''s expected of her. Properly raised and newly reminded of her duties after the unexpected death of her far-more-perfect twin sister, Charlotte is resigned to wedding the son of a near neighboring land owner and live a sedate and proper, respectable life. But Charlotte''s high spirits will not be contained and she yearns deeply for a life of adventure, excitement, and love. When wild and untamed Marco di Rossi arrives at Nimway Hall, commissioned to carve a masterpiece for the family home, he finds himself instantly drawn to the far-from-subdued Charlotte. Despite the potential ruin to his own brilliant career, he cannot resist her spirit and beauty, nor the call of the deep, wild magic that resides within a mysterious and magical orb hidden deep in the walls of the ancient house of Nimway... A historical novel of 57,000 words interweaving romance, mystery, and magic. Praise for the works of Karen Hawkins "Sparkling, witty repartee and heart-tugging emotions...pure, unadulterated Hawkins." RT Book Reviews, 4 1⁄2 star TOP PICK "Completely captivating, wonderfully written, and ripe with romance with a legend so captivating you''ll believe every word!" Romance Junkies "Karen Hawkins delivers warmth, humor, romance, and a touch of heartache...A great story to curl up with on cold winter''s eve." Joyfully Reviewed

Mystérieuse, insaisissable, inoubliable... La série de l’amulette Hurst continue d’attirer les amants vers le danger alors que l’auteure à succès du New York Times Karen Hawkins lance sa flamboyante nouvelle intrigue emplie de danger et de désir. Une ravissante voleuse Pour la belle et séduisante Moira MacAllister, les enjeux sont devenus extrêmement élevés. Sa fille a été enlevée, et une ancienne relique inestimable est la rançon. Moira doit l’acquérir à tout prix, même si cela signifie confronter l’homme qu’elle a un jour dupé et quitté, un homme qui ne sait toujours pas qu’elle a une enfant... et qu’il en est le père. Un élégant libertin Robert Hurst, un agent au service du roi, n’a jamais oublié la mystérieuse espionne qui l’a amené à l’épouser en le séduisant, puis qui a disparu sans laisser de trace. Maintenant, alors qu’il pourchasse la boîte en onyx qui va sauver la vie de son frère, leurs chemins se croisent à nouveau. Mais Robert n’est pas certain de ce qu’il convoite le plus: satisfaire son désir de vengeance ou assouvir son insatiable faim pour cette femme enchanteresse. Une mission périlleuse Cependant, quand Moira révèle à Robert son secret qu’elle garde depuis longtemps, il comprend que ses désirs brûlants devront attendre, car un ennemi perfide se rapproche et menace tout ce qu’ils chérissent... ainsi que leur seconde chance d’être ensemble.

Dashing Scottish privateer Conner Douglas must marry a respectable, well-born woman; and soon, if he wants to secure his rightful inheritance. Determined to still explore the high seas as well as his mistresses'' beds, he aims to find a pliable wife who''ll turn a blind eye to his antics. And he knows just the woman, childhood friend and mousy spinster Miss Theodora Cumberbatch-Snowe. Unbeknownst to Conner, meek and plain Theodora has been hopelessly in love with him for years. But unwilling to wait forever for what will never happen, Theodora plans to wed a kind, if unexciting, local landowner, leaving behind the wild Highlander of her dreams. Yet Conner refuses to let his perfect wife get away. He chases her to Gretna Green and is shocked to discover the real Theodora is an ardent and wildly sensual woman. Soon he realizes his passion to win her has nothing to do with securing his inheritance and everything to do with earning the love of the unforgettable woman.

A fabulously witty and irresistibly sexy Scottish historical romance from New York Times bestseller Karen Hawkins. Fans of Julia Quinn, Monica McCarty and Julie Garwood will be won over by this spellbinding read. Don''t miss Karen Hawkins'' magnificent Princes of Oxenburg series! Treat yourself to The Prince Who Loved Me and The Prince And I. And catch her delightful Duchess Diaries series.

Karen Hawkins, de la liste des auteurs à succès du New York Time, débute une pétillante nouvelle série avec cet excitant récit mettant en scène une beauté désespérée dans une quête urgente, un sombre comte marqué par son atroce passé et le trésor ancien qui relie leur destin. Un ravisseur mystérieux... Quelqu’un tient son frère prisonnier en échange d’une boîte en or et onyx couverte de runes mystérieuses, alors Mary Hurst se rend au presbytère familial afin de retrouver ce précieux artéfact. Mais l’homme qui le détient, Angus Hay, le Comte d’Erroll, ne compatit pas du tout à sa détresse. Un étranger menaçant... Lui-même prisonnier de son passé sombre, Angus refuse de céder la boîte et de laisser Mary partir! Se méfiant de la séduisante mission de la jeune femme, il fait le voeu de lui soutirer une confession, mais elle possède un caractère fougueux et une volonté aussi forte que la sienne. Une malédiction immuable La passion s’enflamme entre eux, mais maintenant l’enjeu est plus grand: un ennemi inconnu traque la boîte précieuse et rien ne l’arrêtera. Risquant tout par amour, Angus doit résoudre le mystère qui se cache derrière les runes... et faire confiance à l’unique femme pouvant réveiller son coeur délaissé.

Travel through the rolling hills of Scotland in this winter-themed love story from the bestselling author of the Oxenburg Princes series. In the snowy Scottish countryside, New York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins’s rakish duke has an unforgettable holiday encounter in this delightful Regency novella. When the alluring lady he surprises under the mistletoe is not who he expected—but a long-lost love with a score to settle—it’s clear that this will be a Christmas he won’t soon forget!

Inghilterra - Scozia, 1807 - Quello che sta per essere celebrato non è certo il matrimonio che Fiona ha sempre sognato, senza parenti, invitati né fiori... e con lo sposo letteralmente trascinato all''altare! Tuttavia lei è disposta a compiere un simile sacrificio, se l''unione con Jack Kincaid, il seducente libertino con cui ha avuto una breve relazione anni prima, porrà fine alla faida tra le loro famiglie. Dopotutto, si sente perfettamente in grado di accoglierlo nel proprio letto senza innamorarsi. Ma non ha fatto i conti con la passione mai sopita che li lega e con la ferma decisione di Jack di non rinunciare alla libertà.

Scozia, 1810 - Quando il padre perde la tenuta di famiglia giocando contro il tenebroso Dougal MacLean, Sophia decide di riprendersela nello stesso modo, puntando l''unica cosa che le resta: se stessa. Dougal è incapace di resistere al fascino della sfida e alla straordinaria bellezza di Sophia, e quando lei gli propone di giocare a carte con quella posta a dir poco inconsueta, accetta di buon grado pur sapendo che lei nasconde un asso nella manica. Senza immaginare che quella partita avrà sulla vita di entrambi un esito decisamente dirompente.

Karen Hawkins, de la liste des auteurs à succès du New York Time, relate le récit inoubliable d’une beauté captivante qui détient un secret, d’un séduisant capitaine embarqué dans une perfide mission et de l’inestimable artéfact qui scellera leur destin. Une beauté désespérée Malgré la célébrité et d’innombrables admirateurs, l’actrice Marcail Beauchamp n’avait jamais oublié William Hurst, l’audacieux marin qu’elle avait un jour aimé... et perdu. Maintenant, forcée par un maître chanteur mystérieux qui menace sa famille, elle doit voler une ancienne boîte en onyx de l’homme qu’elle avait juré ne plus jamais revoir. Un aventurier téméraire Afin de sauver son frère d’un impitoyable ravisseur, William doit remettre l’artéfact à titre de rançon. Il est stupéfait quand Marcail, plus jolie que jamais, apparaît soudainement sur son navire. Mais quand elle le drogue et lui vole la boîte, sa fureur n’a plus aucune limite. Le trésor que tout le monde veut William poursuit Marcail, mais trop tard: elle a déjà livré la boîte. Les amoureux séparés se rendent alors compte qu’ils doivent oeuvrer ensemble, autant pour retrouver l’artéfact qui signifie la vie ou la mort pour la famille de William, mais aussi pour vaincre le pouvoir qu’a le mystérieux maître chanteur sur la famille de Marcail. Ainsi débute une quête aux enjeux élevés aux frontières de l’Écosse, une quête qui réveille des souvenirs depuis longtemps oubliés et une passion insatiable.