The Rogues Of Ravensmuir Books
Part of a medieval trilogy set in Scotland this novel opens as Merlyn Lammergeier is attempting to put the follies of his youth behind him. When an old rival tries to have him murdered Merlyn feigns death in order to discover the reason behind the assassination attempt.
It is true that I acted boldly, brazenly, wantonly...and I confess, I have only myself to blame. I knew what sort of man I was dealing with, knew Gawain Lammergeier was a rogue and a thief. Yet when I schemed to seduce him and reclaim what was rightfully mine, I never imagined I would succumb to the charms of this reckless, golden-haired scoundrel. Make no mistake, I took what I came for-the sacred relic stolen from my father that can restore the fortunes of my keep. I should have been content then, to return home with my prize. Alas, I let desire rule me. For I have dared to tempt Gawain-to best me, bewitch me, and even bed me, in pursuit of my treasure. -Lady Evangeline of Inverfyre
Dear Reader— Alluring and dangerous, the Hawk of Inverfyre came to rest at my father’s house, his motives unknown. His seduction was breathtaking. I resisted him, this enigmatic warrior, but his kiss transported me to a time and place where his relentless pursuit and my passionate surrender made perfect sense. ’Twas then I erred. My defenses harried, I was tricked into marriage by the Hawk and taken by force to his lawless castle. I have vowed to flee: The grounds abound with rogues and whores, and the servants whisper of murdered wives. And yet, his dizzying touch hints that we have lived here before—he as the castle’s intrepid founder and I as his betrayed lover. Am I the bride who will break the spell of Inverfyre? Or have I been captured by a scheming sorcerer, only to be ravished and discarded like so many before? —Lady Aileen of Abernye “Delacroix’s satisfying tale leaves the reader hungry for the next offering.” —Booklist “Marvelous paranormal touches add an enchanting dimension to a wonderfully romantic and action-packed medieval romance.” —Romantic Times Bookclub “THE WARRIOR is a sensual romance that has found a place on my keeper shelf, to be revisited again and again. THE WARRIOR is in my top five reads of the year and the Hawk is my number one favorite hero.” —Romance Junkies “Filled with rich history and vivid imagery, this love story is one of those a reader remembers long after finishing it…A beautiful love story, a definite recommend!” —Kari for loveromances.com “THE WARRIOR is one more gem in the crown of this queen of medieval romance.” —Rendezvous “I was totally enthralled with the romance aspect of the story, the magnificent imagery and the cleverness of the plot…A fabulous read, exciting and sensually delightful!” —HistoricalRomanceWriters.com Best Book of the Year 2004 Historical Romance: Medieval and Elizabethan to Pre-Georgian Romance Reviews Today Claire has four series set in her medieval Scottish world of Ravensmuir, Kinfairlie and Inverfyre. The Rogues of Ravensmuir series: 1. The Rogue (Merlyn and Ysabella) 2. The Scoundrel (Gawain and Evangeline) 3. The Warrior (Michael (the Hawk) and Aileen) The Jewels of Kinfairlie series: 1. The Beauty Bride (Madeline and Rhys) 2. The Rose Red Bride (Vivienne and Erik) 3. The Snow White Bride (Alexander and Eleanor) 4. The Ballad of Rosamunde (Rosamunde and Padraig) The True Love Brides series: 1. The Renegade's Heart (Isabella and Murdoch) 2. The Highlander's Curse (Annelise and Garrett) 3. The Frost Maiden's Kiss (Malcolm and Catriona) 4. The Warrior's Prize (Elizabeth and Rafael) The Brides of Inverfyre series: 1. The Mercenary's Bride (Mhairi and Quentin) 2. The Runaway Bride (Ross and Aiofe) 3. The Stolen Bride (Evangeline and Ramsay) - Coming Soon!