By: Claire Delacroix
Genres: Romance Historical
Posted: May 16, 2005
To ensure her cooperation in the arrangement, the laird spins a tale of fairies, true love and ice roses, all of which supposedly happens in the upper chamber of the tower of Kinfairlie. Vivienne doesn't believe in fairy tales, but she's intrigued by her brother's story and falls asleep in the tower. When she awakens, she begins to wonder if maybe fairy tales do come true.
From the moment Vivienne first feels her visitor's loving embrace, she knows this man is her soul mate. Unfortunately, Erik Sinclair of Blackleith has not come to the same conclusion. His only goal is to win back and ensure his rightful inheritance by begetting a son. After Vivienne learns his story, she's not only willing but determined to help him in his quest. Now if she can only convince him of her sincerity -- and her love.
What better way to begin a story than by providing the reader with a strong, determined hero out to avenge a wrong with a spirited and equally determined woman by his side. Ms. Delacroix has written strong secondary characters and a wonderful portrayal of the historical time period. The second in a trilogy, with an excerpt from the first book, THE BEAUTY BRIDE, and a preview of the next book, THE SNOW BRIDE, included, this story is a nice blend of passion, humor, fairy lore and everlasting love. A great read.
Book Summary
More cherished than gold are the jewels of Kinfairlie And only the worthiest of men may fight for their love... The Laird of Kinfairlie has unmarried sisters, each a gem in her own right. And he has no choice but to see them all wed in haste.
Like a heroine in an ancient tale, Vivienne waited in the highest chamber of Kinfairlie's tower for her fated lover. In the darkness he came for her, cloaked and hooded so that she would not see his face. He loved her sweetly, thoroughly...and Vivienne knew she had met her destiny.
But in the morning light, her dream is shattered. Erik Sinclair of Blackleith is no romantic hero but a disinherited warrior who arranged her abduction to regain his own legacy. Outraged by Erik's insistence that he needs her solely to beget a son, yet ensnared by the passion he awakens, Vivienne realizes that there is more merit in her taciturn spouse than he would admit. Erik is skeptical of her growing faith in his honor and her desire to recapture his stolen birthright...little does he suspect that his rare gem of a bride intends to capture his barricaded heart as well.
by: Claire Delacroix
Jewels of Kinfairlie trilogy #2 Warner
June 1, 2005
Featuring: Erik Sinclair of Blackleith; Vivienne of Kinfairlie
448 pages
ISBN: 0446614424
Paperback