MAY MCGOLDRICK

Llevada por las circunstancias a enmendar el mal causado por su difunto y poco escrupuloso marido, Millicent Wentworth necesita encontrar una manera de liberar a los inocentes que éste esclavizó y salvar su finca de la quiebra. Su unica esperanza radica en contraer matrimonio con un respetable y acaudalado viudo, el Conde de Aytoun.Hundido por el tragico accidente en el que murio su amada esposa y quedo gravemente lisiado, Lyon Pennington, cuarto Conde de Aytoun, vive atormentado por la culpa y las acusaciones que le responsabilizan del terrible accidente. Completamente desesperado y dominado por la desidia, se deja enredar por su madre en un matrimonio de conveniencia -para ayudar a una mujer de buen corazon que esta al borde de la ruina economica.

Lady Jane MacPherson conoció la amargura cuando su amado Malcolm McLeod la abandonó por otra mujer para salvaguardar su patrimonio. Con el corazón destrozado, se refugia en el aristocrático palacio del duque de Norfolk. Allí, entre deseos, intrigas y la inquietante música del laúd, el pérfido hijo del duque trata de seducirla...

Lady Jane MacPherson conoció la amargura cuando su amado Malcolm McLeod la abandonó por otra mujer para salvaguardar su patrimonio... UNA PASIÓN SIN CONSUMAR Lady Jane MacPherson conoció la amargura cuando su amado Malcolm McLeod la abandono por otra mujer para salvaguardar su patrimonio. Con el corazon destrozado, se refugia en el aristocratico palacio del duque de Norfolk. Alli, entre deseos, intrigas y la inquietante musica del laud, el perfido hijo del duque trata de seducirla... UN AMOR ARRIESGADO ...pero Jane encuentra a Malcolm de nuevo, prisionero en una mazmorra del castillo de los Norfolk, y en esa lugubre oscuridad Jane aprendera a amarle de nuevo. Inglaterra y Escocia estan en guerra, por lo que el arriesgado plan de Jane para salvar a Malcolm pondra su vida en grave peligro. Jane tendra que pagar con sangre y lagrimas su pasion por Malcolm... pero el destino les dara otra oportunidad.

Como las alas de un cuervo herido, la capa negra ondeaba salvajemente en torno a la figura que corría. María se detuvo jadeante y se ocultó, exhausta, en las negras sombras de la casa de ladrillo con las persianas cerradas... UN COMPROMISO CRUEL Es el año 1528. Maria, reina de Hungria, una hermosa joven de cabello oscuro prometida al hijo del rey de Escocia, rechaza un matrimonio que le repugna y huye hacia lo desconocido..., pero el barco en el que viaja naufraga en medio de la niebla y la deja a merced del viento y de las mareas. El unico hombre capaz de encontrarla es John MacPherson, un valiente oficial escoces que, en el curso de su mision, rescata de las aguas a una bella y misteriosa desconocida. UN FRUTO PROHIBIDO Desde el primer momento una mutua atraccion encendio sus corazones para luego consumirlos en pasion. Maria saboreo esos pocos dias sabiendo que su amor no podria continuar cuando su querido oficial descubriera su verdadera identidad..., sabiendo que, si seguia su corazon, el destino podria arrebatarle la vida de su amado..., sabiendo que el amor les estaba prohibido.

Como las alas de un cuervo herido, la capa negra ondeaba salvajemente en torno a la figura que corría. María se detuvo jadeante y se ocultó, exhausta, en las negras sombras de la casa de ladrillo con las persianas cerradas... UN COMPROMISO CRUEL Es el año 1528. Maria, reina de Hungria, una hermosa joven de cabello oscuro prometida al hijo del rey de Escocia, rechaza un matrimonio que le repugna y huye hacia lo desconocido..., pero el barco en el que viaja naufraga en medio de la niebla y la deja a merced del viento y de las mareas. El unico hombre capaz de encontrarla es John MacPherson, un valiente oficial escoces que, en el curso de su mision, rescata de las aguas a una bella y misteriosa desconocida. UN FRUTO PROHIBIDO Desde el primer momento una mutua atraccion encendio sus corazones para luego consumirlos en pasion. Maria saboreo esos pocos dias sabiendo que su amor no podria continuar cuando su querido oficial descubriera su verdadera identidad..., sabiendo que, si seguia su corazon, el destino podria arrebatarle la vida de su amado..., sabiendo que el amor les estaba prohibido.

Sir Nicolas Spencer s'ennuie. Il en est arrivé à cette conclusion : se marier est la meilleure manière de pimenter le cours monotone de son existence. Toute sa famille fait d'ailleurs pression sur lui en ce sens. Aucune femme ne l'attire particulièrement. Pourquoi alors ne pas épouser la petite Clara Purefoy ? Une jeune fille charmante, un peu timide, irlandaise mais de bonne souche, qui fera une baronne tout à fait convenable. En cette fin du XVIIIe siècle, traverser l'Irlande est plutôt périlleux lorsqu'on est anglais, car le pays est infesté de rebelles. Quoique averti des dangers qui le guettent, Nicolas vole au secours d'un respectable clergyman qu'une bande d'insurgés vient d'agresser. Indigné, il bondit sur le chef des bandits et, après une brève lutte, parvient à le maîtriser. Lorsqu'il arrache le foulard masquant le visage du brigand, il découvre avec stupeur une femme d'une extraordinaire beauté ! Une furie qui se débat pour échapper à son étreinte.

Spine-tingling suspense and heart-throbbing romance in a poignant and unpredictable tale of Victorian London!Captain Edward Seymourthe last of a long line of distinguished Royal Navy officershas returned from sea to find that his niece has disappeared. Combing every inn and hellhole of the citys darkest corners, he desperately hopes to find some trace of the girl. Then one night, as he returns home from yet another fruitless search, a mysterious woman falls under his carriage.With no idea of who or where she is, Sophy finds herself being led from the cold, murky waters of the Thames through danger-filled alleyways of London by a ghost...and into the path of Seymours horses.Fate...or the supernatural...has thrown them together. But Sophy needs to solve the mystery of her identity, and Edward Seymour is the only person who can help her.

Passion and Peril in the Scottish Highlands: A Love Forged in War!A heroines quest for survival and a powerful warriors unexpected loveCelia Muirs life is at stake as she escapes a burning castle, hunted by English soldiers through the wild and rugged Scottish Highlands. With trusted allies at her side and the infant Kit in her care, she must risk everythingincluding her identity. Disguised as the mysterious Lady Caithness, Celia embarks on a dangerous mission, seeking the aid of the powerful and battle-hardened warrior, Colin Campbell.Dangerous secrets, unexpected passion, and the fires of warAs war ravages the hills of Scotland, Colin finds himself irresistibly drawn to the captivating Lady Caithness, despite the secrets that bind her to treachery. But in a land divided by violence, betrayal threatens to tear them apart, even as a love they never anticipated grows stronger. Together, they must navigate the tangled web of desire, deception, and destiny.A journey of love that will change the course of historyCelia and Colins love must endure the ultimate test as they face betrayals, hidden enemies, and the harsh realities of war. Together, they will fight not only for their lives but for the future of a homeland on the brink of destruction. Can their love survive the storm of warand change the fate of Scotland? Winner of two Golden Leaf Awards! Top Ten List of the Best Romances of All Time!

TEENAGERS...OR TIME BOMBS?The nation is gripped by the shocking crimes: "good kids" who are suddenly, inexplicably lethal. When Connecticut doctor Dr. Lexi Bradley gets the call that her son has become one of those shooters, her life is turned upside down.Ten years ago, Secret Service agent Bryan Atwood became an expert on adolescent violence. Now the nightmare is back. Just as he is assigned to this new rash of killings, an MRI of the boys brain reveals what must be pure science fiction. With Lexis help, Bryan is determined to unearth the truth before more children die, but investigating a cross-country trail of buried horrors casts them both into a dangerous world where corporate greed can lead to sudden death. Winner of the Gold Leaf Award for Best Fiction

FOUR SEEMINGLY DISPARATE LIVES ARE BEGINNING TO UNRAVEL...AND ONE PERSON IS HOLDING THE STRINGS. The Rocket ScientistOn the eve of a new satellite launch, the fiancé of NASA project manager Alanna Mendes is apparently killed in a fishing accident...only to be spotted six months later in Silicon Valley.The Computer GeniusFour years after being caught by Homeland Security hacking into NASAs mainframe computer, Jay Alexei is still blacklisted from the top colleges and computer companies. Now a changed man, he is desperate for a second chance.The Financial WizardOnce a successful international banking CFO, today David Collier is a broken man who cant afford the expensive treatment for his daughters rare kidney disorder.The American DreamWhen a terrorist group abducts the son of rags-to-riches tech mogul Steven Galvin, the billionaire is trapped in a nightmare where no amount of money can help him."This is a fast-paced action-packed morality play that grips the audience from the moment the offer is first made and never slows down.""This book is an amazing example of the quality artistry that is Jan Coffeys work! It is very much a journey through the mind of mastermind."

A romantic tale of love lost...and love found! Meg Murphy, a soon-to-be former editor at a closing Boston publishing firm, is on her way to the resort town of Newport, Rhode Island, where she and her husband Robert have vacationed together for years. Robert, unfortunately, is dead.Meg is at a crossroads in her life. Robert died suddenly five years earlier, and although she has accepted his death--or so she has said to any number of therapists and friends--she lives for the fantasy of this anniversary trip. This year, however, her ghostly husband is telling her its time to call it quits.Nothing in Newport goes as planned.Meg immediately crosses paths with a gruff and handsome cab driver named Evan Knight. Unknown to her, Evan is actually a bestselling fiction writer of reality-based novels. To research his stories, Evan always goes undercover, and this time hes living the life of a taxi driver.The last thing Evan wants is a relationship that will interfere with his carefully constructed life.The last thing Meg wants is a relationship with someone new.Robert, however, has other plans

USA Today Bestselling Author Winner of the Holt Medallion for Best Historical Romance From the wild shores of the Scotlands Western Isles to the bloody fields of France to the glittering courts of Europe, the Macpherson Series follows a familys fight for Scottish independence against the Tudor king, Henry VIII.RITE OF PASSIONAt the tournament of two kings, Elizabeth Boleyn has attracted not only the eyes of Henry Tudor, but those of the Scottish warrior, Ambrose Macpherson, whose bold offer might be her only salvation...QUEST OF LOVEAmbrose Macpherson feels attraction for the daughter of the English diplomat. That the hated English king is pursuing her makes Elizabeth an even greater prize. But after witnessing an act of treachery that could topple the crown, Elizabeth has vanished. Ambrose knows that fate will allow him no rest until he finds her

PREQUEL TO THE PENNINGTON FAMILY SERIES TO PROTECTOn a desperate journey to America, Rebecca Neville promises the dying wife of the Earl of Stanmore to raise and care for her newborn son, James. Once in the New World, Rebecca begins her new life, as a mother...TO CHERISHTen years later, the Earl of Stanmore learns of the fate of his family. He sends to the colonies for his young heir so he can raise him as a peer of the realm. With no intention of forsaking her vow, Rebecca returns to England with James to face a future without her beloved charge. But she must also face her tumultuous past...TO LOVEAt first glance, the formidable Stanmore sends Rebecca reeling. But beneath his coldly attractive façade and seeming indifference to his sons plight, emotions roil. For there is more to Stanmore and his motives than meets the eye. The enigmatic lord has his own promise to keep, and a passion for Rebecca that cannot be denied... About The Promise... "McGoldricks gift for characterization extends from the books courageous heroine and wounded hero down to a fascinating cast of secondary characters, including a viperous villain and a wonderfully scheming mistress. This vibrant Georgian historical is perfect for readers who like a nice mix of history and passion." Booklist Review (American Library Association)

USA Today Bestselling AuthorA MACPHERSON CLAN NOVEL A novel rich with love, intrigue, and ruthless ambition in the court of Henry VIIIthe story of two Highlanders in a strange and hostile landJaime Macpherson learned the meaning of betrayal on the Isle of Skye when her beloved Malcolm MacLeod wed another woman to save his inheritance. Her dreams of happiness crushed, she sought refuge in the elegant palace of the Duke of Norfolk.There Jaime would find Malcolm again, a prisoner in the castle dungeon. In the icy darkness, she learns how to love again. But with England and Scotland at war, her bold scheme to free Malcolm would imperil her own life...though her passion swept her onto a battlefield of blood and tears where only a brave and true heart could save her... "Love triumphs in this richly romantic tale." - Nora Roberts "No one captures the magic and romance of the British Isles like May McGoldrick!" - Susan Holloway Scott

Beginning with The Dreamer, May McGoldricks Highland Treasure Trilogy captures the lives and loves of three Scottish sisters. The Percy sisters each hold a clue to their familys treasureand the key to the hearts of three Highland warriorsWhen her late father was branded a traitor to the king, Catherine Percy found sanctuary in Scotland. But a case of mistaken identity put her in a compromising position with the Highland earl sworn to protect her. Marriage to him saved her reputation, but nothing could save her from the passion that bent her body to his will...and shattered his last defense! About The Dreamer... "AN ABSOLUTE TREASURE! I absolutely love this book. I just finished reading it for the second time; although I cant say why I didnt review it the first time around. In any event, this book is amazing. The plot and cast of characters are dynamic, and the story that unfolds compelling." - Online Reader Review

USA Today Bestselling Author A rugged Highlander sent to retrieve his kings bride finds a mysterious beauty adrift at sea... Maria had been forced to marry at seventeen, then was left widowed shortly thereafter. Now, five years later, her brother had chosen another husband for her, sight unseen the boy king of Scotland. Maria, who had never known passion or love, refused to submit, vowing to flee to freedom. But the ship she chose went down in the gathering fog, leaving the dark-haired beauty at the mercy of wind and tide, and headed for a shattering destiny.For it was none other than Highland chief John Macpherson, journeying to bring home his young kings bride, who rescued the beautiful Maria adrift at sea. Almost from the moment they met, an attraction ignited between them. Maria savored these few stolen days, aware their love could never last once her proud Highlander discovered her true identity.Maria knew that while following her heart might free her, it would forfeit her beloveds life...

Winner of Holt Medallion! WANTEDfor crimes against the king. In retaliation for the brutality of the English troops, the Irish rebel Egan is fighting back, leading a secret group of revolutionariesand building a legend across the country. REJECTEDby her own family. Jane Purefoy is a woman with a past. The daughter of an English magistrate, she watched her Irish lover die on the gallows. Now Janes reputation is ruinedand she has all but ceased to exist is the eyes of her family. DESIREDwith a forbidden passion. Sir Nicholas Spencer is on his way to Woodfield House to court the youngest Purefoy sister when he crosses paths with the notorious Egan. Not a man to be cowed, Nicholas wrestles the rebel to the ground and unmasks himonly to uncover Janes lovely countenance. Bewitched by the spirited lass, Nicholas decides to keep her secret while embarking on a risky plan of seductionone that will throw her family into chaos, the country into rebellion, and his heart into the throes of a love that can never be "The classic rebel-in-disguise story has never been more fun, exciting, or romantic." - Susan Wiggs NYT Bestselling Author

PEACE AND WAR, FRIEND AND FOE, LIFE AND DEATH A PERILOUS JOURNEY HOME!Fahimah Banaz has been wrongly held in a CIA "black site" for over five years. Now, as cases of unexplained deathsmarked by rapid decompositionare cropping up across the U.S., Homeland Security is willing to bend any rule to find the source of the deadly infection, even if it means resurrecting a "dead" Iraqi biochemist. Fahimahs sister risked her life trying to destroy the super-microbe that causes the flesh-eating disease. Fahimah tried, too, but landed in prison.Austyn Newman was sent to gain the cooperation of the scientist. Arriving in Afghanistan, he recognizes that the CIA has been holding the wrong sister all these years. They need her, but how will he gain her trust?With time running out, Austyn must help Fahimah find her way through war-ravaged Iraq and Kurdistanfor salvation lies at the end of her journey home.Includes Reading Group Discussion questions! WINNER - CONNECTICUT PRESS CLUB BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

THE HEIRESSGwyneth Douglas, a young Scottish heiress in London, writes scandalous adventure books under a pen name, doing so to protect her identity and her fortune. When an unknown blackmailer threatens to expose her secret life, she has no choice but to turn to an old family friend. But Sir Allan is a penniless baronet who will do anything to get his hands on Gwyneths inheritance, even commit murder... THE ROGUE Wounded by scandal and the unsolved murder of his sister-in-law, David Pennington is outwardly insolent and arrogant, but upon discovering Gwyneths plans to elope, he steps in, determined to keep her from ruining her future at the hands of a fortune hunter... THE ADVENTUREForcing his company on Gwyneth during her journey to Scotland, David discovers that the passion he once shared with the feisty beauty has grown stronger than ever. But with their arrival in Scotland comes terrible danger. Now, if they ever hope to satisfy their fiery desire, they will need to thwart the evil that threatens to destroy both their lives... "AN ENTERTAINING BOOK FILLED WITH MURDER, SUSPENSE, AND HUMOR WHICH STANDS ALONE AS AN EXCITING TALE OF THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY."LIBRARY JOURNAL, BOOKLIST