Scarred Heroine Romance : Author - C


Author: Carol Marinelli
Title: Blackmailed Into The Greek Tycoon's Bed [Modern Romance]
Description:
Inexperienced English rose...
Bookish heiress Karin has failed in her first act of defiance! She's tried to take back the symbol of everything good in her life, but ruthless billionaire Xante Rossi has caught her red-handed!
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...bedded by a Greek tycoon
Why is this shy beauty stealing from him? Xante is intrigued. Karin's purity belies the corruption her family name represents. To save her from scandal and uncover the truth, he'll make a proposal. If Karin wants her precious heirloom, she'll have to earn it back in his bedroom!



Freedom to LoveAuthor: Carole Mortimer
Title: Freedom To Love
Description:
Women were just playmates to him
Adam Wild was a dynamic man--a talented photographer, exceptionally attractive, but cynical to the core. Women flocked to him, but his affairs never lasted long. In his own words, "Only freedom can give happiness. "
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So when Katy found herself with no alternative but to share her holiday in the Canadian Rockies with him, she was determined to resist his powerful charms.
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Much as she longed to be that special woman in his life, she knew it was impossible. She'd only end up getting deeply hurt....


Where the Wind Blows (Leisure Historical Romance)Author: Caroline Fyffe
Title: Where The Wind Blows
Description:
Chase Logan liked being a loner, a drifter, free and clear as a mountain stream.
But one look into Jessie Strong's sky blue eyes and in the span of a heartbeat, he found himself agreeing to be her husband--and a father!
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Jessie knew it was all pretend.
And only temporary. Just until the adoption went through for three-year-old Sarah. But the longer Chase stayed, the less she could imagine a long, lonely Wyoming winter without him.
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Times may be tough--supplies short and danger just outside the doorstep--but with the strength of the pioneer spirit and the warm glow of love in their hearts, Chase and Jessie are determined to have a true family at last, no matter ...WHERE THE WIND BLOWS.


The Spare (Leisure Historical Romance)Author: Carolyn Jewel
Title: The Spare
Description:
Captain Sebastian Alexander was The Spare, but as the younger son he inherited more than a title after his brother's murder.
He acquired a family estate with dark secrets that threatened his life. He took on a quest to avenge his brother. But most troublesome of all, he found a red-haired beauty who was either a guileless witness or a ruthless seductress.
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Olivia Willow was missing three days from her life.
She'd been a guest at Pennhyll the night of the murder, but now she could recall nothing. The new earl was determined to help her remember. He charmed, he beguiled--he matched wits with her. And soon, instead of trading barbs they shared kisses, and instead of seeking out the past, they were fighting for a future.


Author: Carrie Lofty
Title: What A Scoundrel Wants
Description: [From Fictiondb]
A Passionate Lover...
A swordsman for the Sheriff of Nottingham, Will Scarlet has finally emerged from his famous uncle's shadow. But when he's unwittingly drawn into a bloody battle between the Sheriff and a nobleman, it's impossible to tell friend from foe. A woman's screams lead Will straight into the carnage to save her--but the ravishing young lady is not the helpless maid she appears to be...
An Amorous Lady...
Meg of Keyworth lost her sight to illness years ago, but that hasn't stopped her mission to save her imprisoned sister, who's been arrested by none other than Will Scarlet. Meg wants to hate Will for betraying her family, but he sparks heated desire in her heart--a desire that only he can satisfy. Meg is lovely and loving, and bedding her is sensual bliss. To please her in every way is what he wants most...for Will knows he will cherish her forever....
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Quick Note: Blind heroine.


Annie's SongAuthor: Catherine Anderson
Title: Annie's Song
Description:
Annie Trimble lives in a solitary world that no one enters or understands.
As delicate and beautiful as the tender blossoms of the Oregon spring, she is shunned by a town that misinterprets her affliction. But cruelty cannot destroy the love Annie holds in her heart.
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Alex Montgomery is horrified to learn his wild younger brother forced himself on a helpless "idiot girl."
Tormented by guilt, Alex agrees to marry her and raise the babe she carries as his own. But he never dreams he will grow to cherish his lovely, mute, misjudged Annie--her childlike innocence, her womanly charms and the wondrous way she views her world. And he becomes determined to break through the wall of silence surrounding her--to heal...and to healed by Annie's sweet song of love.
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Quick Note: Deaf heroine.


Author: Catherine Anderson
Title: Blue Skies [Modern Romance]
Description:
TWO PEOPLE WHO UNEXPECTEDLY DISCOVER THE HEALING POWER OF LOVE....
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Carly Adams feels as if she's been given a new lease on life. Born with a rare eye disease, she was blind until a recent operation restored her sight. Now she's eager to experience everything the world has to offer--including the sweet talk of a handsome cowboy who rouses her desire....
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Hank Coulter has no plans to settle down, until he discovers that Carly Adams is carrying his child--a pregnancy that threatens her eyesight. Obsessed with making things right, he bullies the blue-eyed beauty into marrying him. With her radiant smile and remarkable goodness, Carly is exactly the kind of wife he'd always imagined by his side. But if Hank wants their practical arrangement to become permanent, he's going to have to convince Carly that one moment of risk can bring about a lifetime of joy....
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Quick Note: Blind heroine.


Author: Catherine Anderson
Title: Comanche Heart
Description:
Forced to flee her home on the windswept Texas plains, Amy Masters sought sanctuary in the golden hills of Oregon.
There she began a new life, but could never forget her pledge to Swift Antelope, the magnificent Comanche warrior who had captured her heart.
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Then Swift, now a notorious gunslinger whose murderous reputation was known throughout the West, found her.
He vowed never again to lose the proud, sun-kissed beauty who haunted his dreams, and he swore to make her honor her sacred promise. But could he make her believe in his love and yearn for his caresses?


Phantom WaltzAuthor: Catherine Anderson
Title: Phantom Waltz [Contemporary Romance]
Description:
One glance. That's all it takes.
Wealthy rancher Ryan Kendrick falls hard - and fast - for lovely Bethany Coulter. A beguiling mix of sass and shyness, naivete and maturity, she shares his passion for horses, has a great sense of humor, and can light up a room with her beautiful smile. She's absolutely perfect - in every way but one....
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A long-ago barrel-racing accident has left Bethany confined to a wheelchair.
In the years since, she has known both betrayal and heartbreak - and vowed never to open her heart to a man again. She has even accepted the possibility that she'll never be able to enjoy a healthy intimate relationship - or have children of her own. But there's something about handsome Ryan Kendrick. Something that makes her believe she can overcome every obstacle. Something that makes her believe in lifelong, lasting love....
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Quick Note: Heroine is confined to a wheelchair (as stated above).


Author: Catherine Anderson
Title: Star Bright [Modern Romance]
Description:
Faking her own death is the only way Rainie Hall can hope to escape her brutal, murderous husband.
Now, with a new identity, she finds refuge in the rural community of Crystal Falls, Oregon, where she starts work on a horse ranch run by rugged, dangerously good-looking Parker Harrigan.
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Parker's word is his honor, and he can't tolerate liars.
When he realizes that Rainie hasn't been truthful with him, he's furious, then concerned. Clearly she's a woman in trouble, and if she'll trust him, he'll do right by her. But as their initial attraction blossoms into a deep and thrilling passion, Rainie fears that she can never escape retribution from the man who has sworn to kill her. Parker swears to protect Rainie no matter what, but even he can't help wondering whether all his strength and ingenuity can save the love of his life from a determined psychopath....


Author: Catherine Coulter
Title: Moonspun Magic
Description:
She felt his tongue gently stroke her lips...and his hands, caressing her shoulders, moved downward to mold her hips. "No, please," she said, sobbing with desire...
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Beautiful Victoria Abermarle feared and fled the imperious desires of handsome Damien Carstairs, Baron Drago. But there was no escaping her own desires when she was rescued on the lawless highways of Regency England by Damien's identical twin, Rafael Carstairs. Though Rafael matched the strength and daring, he was gentle where Damien was violent, caring where Damien was callous. The icy terror that Damien inspired melted in the flames of passion that Rafael ignited. And in a whirlwind of adventure, intrigue, and danger that set brother against brother and good against evil, Victoria fought to make the overwhelming power and glorious fulfillment of love the winner....


The Captive's Return (Silhouette Intimate Moments No. 1388)Author: Catherine Mann
Title: The Captive's Return [Modern Romance]
Description:
Five years ago, Lieutenant Colonel Lucas Quade had watched his wife of mere moments die.
Forced to flee from a war-torn country, he'd had to leave her body behind. The guilt had nearly consumed him.
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Five years ago, Sarafina Quade's death had been faked. Forced to live under the protection of a "family friend," she'd agreed in order to protect Lucas's baby. The hope of eventual freedom had kept her alive.
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Now, fate had brought husband and wife face-to-face. On a dangerous trek through the jungle a man would learn he was a father, a woman would learn her past was a lie and a child might finally have the family she always craved. If they survived the journey.


Author: Catherine Mann
Title: Hotshot [Modern Romance]
Description:
OLD FLAMES BURN THE HOTTEST
Major Vince Deluca may have just accepted his most difficult recon mission ever -- keeping an eye on Shay Bassett. As a pilot in the air force's top secret test unit, Vince keeps a cool head at the controls. But ever since they were teens, Shay's had a way of jamming his radar. Vince owes it to her dad, his old mentor, to keep her safe -- but can he keep her at arm's length?
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Once young and desperate herself, Shay cares deeply about the troubled teens she works with. Now she's scheduled to tell Congress about Cleveland's escalating gang activity, and someone out there is trying to cut her testimony short Living to tell the tale may depend on trusting the one man who burned her so badly years ago -- and still makes her feel hot all over...


Author: Chantelle Shaw
Title: His Private Mistress [Modern Romance]
Description:
Betrayal in public, passion in private...
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Four years ago the passionate and very public affair between a charismatic Italian Formula One racing driver and a young journalist ended in an explosion of betrayal and deceit. Rafael Santini and Eden Lawrence vowed never to see each other again!
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Now Rafe is back in Eden's life. An older, wiser Eden knows she needs more from Rafe desire for the only man she's ever loved....


The Ultimate Risk (Harlequin Presents)Author: Chantelle Shaw
Title: The Ultimate Risk
Description:
For better...or for worse?
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When she sees Lanzo di Cosimo again after ten years, Gina Bailey's pulse races at the memories of their heady affair -- a time when life seemed perfect.
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Now she is far from being the carefree innocent she was before. Since married and abused by her ex-husband, and with her dreams of a family dashed, she's built up barriers around her heart.
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But Lanzo's sweet caress implies that he wants Gina for the long term. Can she afford to surrender in the hope that he might protect her, cherish her, for better or worse...?


Hot Ice: A NovelAuthor: Cherry Adair
Title: Hot Ice [Modern Romance]
Description:
The only thing Taylor Kincaid likes more than diamonds is stealing them.
But when she snatches the elusive Blue Star diamonds from a murderous terrorist organization--and inadvertently snags the secret security-system codes to a South African diamond mine--this ultra-chic freelance jewel thief becomes a hunted item herself.
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Also in hot pursuit is top T-FLAC operative Huntington St. John, who Taylor thinks is just plain hot. The feeling, emotional and otherwise, is very mutual. But since ecstasy is fleeting and diamonds are forever, Taylor soon bolts to reclaim the jewels she stashed overseas.
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True to his name, Hunt is close behind. If they can survive danger at every turn, they just might get everything they desire.


Author: Christina Dodd
Title: Candle In The Window
Description: [From Fictiondb]
Two lovers ignite a world of darkness with their wild, breathless passion.
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Raven-haired Lady Saura of Roget was the love lest maiden in all Christendom, unrivalled in face and figure. Yet her fortune and her day-to-day existence were controlled by her unscrupulous stepfather. She lived a life of lonely servitude until she was summoned to the castle of Sir William of Miraval, the magnificent knight sworn to live--or perish--by the sword. But that was before his world exploded in agonizing darkness.
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Bound by their need, they came together in a blaze of passion --Saura, the proud Norman beauty, and William, the golden warrior who laid siege to her heart. Yet blackest danger awaited them just beyond the castle walls, and Saura and her beloved soon found themselves fighting for their lives against a treacherous enemy, even as they surrendered to a love that would consume them in its brilliant flame.
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Quick Note: Blind heroine.


Author: Christina Dodd
Title: Castles In The Air
Description:
THEY WERE BOUND BY THEIR KING, BUT TORN APART BY THEIR PASTS
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The document, sealed by King Henry himself, commanded Lady Juliana of Lofts to marry Raymond, Count of Avrache.
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She refused. It was unheard of to defy one's king, but truly, she could not do it. What man would have her once he discovered her secret? And what man's touch could she ever bear again? Far better that she stay within her castle walls, building them higher and higher, until no man could ever breach them.
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But Juliana should have known Raymond would come for her. And when he did, she'd learn that even the strongest wall can crumble at the softest touch.


McClairen's Isle: The Passionate OneAuthor: Connie Brockway
Title: The Passionate One
Series: McClairen's Isle Book I
Description:
Fia, the only daughter, is the ravishing one. Raine, the second son, is the reckless one. Ashton is the eldest son. This is his story. . . .
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Ash: The Passionate One
He was a notorious rogue with a reputation for hell-raising and heartbreaking. But family secrets forced Ashton Merrick to do his ruthless father's bidding--and escort Rhiannon Russell back to McClairen's Isle. Ash suspected that his father intended to make the innocent beauty his fourth wife. But he didn't expect the passions she would ignite in his own wary heart.