Shirlee Busbee Knihy

Poddat se... nebo oddat se? Marcus Shebrooke je vážený gentleman. Má pověst čestného, spolehlivého, hodnověrného, prostě téměř dokonalého muže. Jedinou šmouhou na jeho jinak bezchybné vizitce je slečna Isabel Denhamová, jeho bývalá schovanka, která se mu ve věku sedmnácti let vzepřela, tajně se vdala a utekla do Indie. Před deseti lety se ovdovělá Isabel vrátila zpátky do Anglie a od té doby probouzí žár v Marcusových šedých očích... On jí však nehodlá dopřát potěšení z toho, že by jí to dal nějak najevo. Dnes je Isabel devětadvacet let a bývalému poručníkovi se vyhýbá, jak může. Když se ale stane terčem odporného vyděrače, nabízí se jí jako východisko už druhá neuvážená svatba - může se stát Marcusovou ženou. Touto nabídkou pukají letité ledy a rozdmýchává se dosud nepřiznaná vášeň, kterou však již není možné dále popírat.

The story revolves around Marcus Sherbrook, a gentleman whose reputation is marred by the rebellious Isabel Dunham, who once eloped to India. A decade later, a widowed Isabel returns, captivating Marcus, who struggles to conceal his feelings. When a blackmailer threatens her, Marcus steps in to protect Isabel through an unexpected marriage. As they navigate this new arrangement, their long-suppressed desires ignite, challenging their notions of propriety and love.

When Tess Warfield is robbed of her jewels and her memory while escaping a greedy cousin, and falls in love with Nicholas Talmage, Earl of Shelbourne, they work together to discover the secret of the hatred between their families.

Set against the backdrop of a family wedding, the story revolves around Sabrina del Torres, who experiences a childhood crush on Brett Dangermond. Complicating her feelings is her cousin Carlos, who is determined to win Sabrina's heart for himself. This dynamic creates tension and romantic rivalry, exploring themes of love, desire, and familial loyalty.

Royce Manchester catches a pickpocket in the act and discovers that the boy is actually a woman, Morgana Fowler, an unlikely circumstance that leads to an unexpected, although undeniable, passion between the two.

When wilful, passionate Savanna O'Rourke is captured by outlaws, she must join forces with the blackguard whom she blames for her father's death in order to escape.

Leonie Saint-Andre, raised by her traditional Creole grandfather, views Morgan Slade as a charming rogue unworthy of her trust. Their interactions challenge her perceptions, leading to a complex relationship filled with tension and intrigue. As she navigates her feelings and the societal expectations of her heritage, Leonie must confront her biases and the potential for unexpected love.

The story revolves around the intense rivalry between Hugh Lancaster and Micaela Dupree, who clash from their very first encounter. As their animosity unfolds, unexpected circumstances force them to confront their differences and explore the complexities of their relationship. Themes of conflict, personal growth, and the possibility of transformation through adversity are central to their journey, leading to a compelling narrative of evolving emotions and the challenge of overcoming deep-seated grudges.

Folly, a magnificent thoroughbred stallion, plays a crucial role in Melissa Seymour's life, as his racing victories help her family maintain their home. The bond between Melissa and Folly highlights themes of love, loyalty, and the challenges of keeping a family together amidst financial struggles.