Elusive Flame

Elusive Flame
Author: Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2009-10-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 006174154X

A woman in desperate straits ... A fearless man ... A marriage of convenience on turbulent waters ... Cerynise Kendall has been left destitute and in dire need following the death of her doting patron and protectress. A brilliant young artist tossed from her home with only the clothes on her back, Cerynise must now turn to a childhood companion for assistance --- the dashing sea captain Beauregard Birmingham --- and beg him to provide her with passage to the Carolinas. She seeks a new home and a new life across the waters, but all depends upon the kindness of a charming adventurer who was once the object of her youthful infatuation. Beneath Birmingham's rugged exterior beats a heart as large and wild as the Atlantic, and Beau readily agrees to aid Cerynise --- even offering her his name in marriage, albeit temporarily, to protect his longtime friend from scandal. But perilous secrets, determined enemies and tempests of the sea and soul threaten their future and safe passage even as bonds of camaraderie are miraculously reforged as bonds of desire ... and affection becomes passion and love.

Elusive Flame

Elusive Flame
Author: Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2009-10-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 006174154X

A woman in desperate straits ... A fearless man ... A marriage of convenience on turbulent waters ... Cerynise Kendall has been left destitute and in dire need following the death of her doting patron and protectress. A brilliant young artist tossed from her home with only the clothes on her back, Cerynise must now turn to a childhood companion for assistance --- the dashing sea captain Beauregard Birmingham --- and beg him to provide her with passage to the Carolinas. She seeks a new home and a new life across the waters, but all depends upon the kindness of a charming adventurer who was once the object of her youthful infatuation. Beneath Birmingham's rugged exterior beats a heart as large and wild as the Atlantic, and Beau readily agrees to aid Cerynise --- even offering her his name in marriage, albeit temporarily, to protect his longtime friend from scandal. But perilous secrets, determined enemies and tempests of the sea and soul threaten their future and safe passage even as bonds of camaraderie are miraculously reforged as bonds of desire ... and affection becomes passion and love.

So Worthy My Love

So Worthy My Love
Author: Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 676
Release: 2009-03-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0061752436

Maxim Proud and passionate, the Marquess of Bradbury swore vengeance on those who had stolen his title and lands. . .and branded him a traitor to the Crown. Elise Beautiful and spirited, she found herself the innocent prisoner of the marquess, her family's most hated foe. So Worthy My Love They were bitter enemies caught in a dangerous tide that swept through Elizabeth's England—And thus began a battle of wit and will between two people so perfectly matched that they could only fall in love.

The Flame and the Flower

The Flame and the Flower
Author: Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2009-03-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0061743690

New York Times bestselling author Kathleen E. Woodiwiss debut romance… The Flower Doomed to a life of unending toil, Heather Simmons fears for her innocence—until a shocking, desperate act forces her to flee. . . and to seek refuge in the arms of a virile and dangerous stranger. The Flame A lusty adventurer married to the sea, Captain Brandon Birmingham courts scorn and peril when he abducts the beautiful fugitive from the tumultuous London dockside. But no power on Earth can compel him to relinquish his exquisite prize. For he is determined to make the sapphire-eyed lovely his woman. . .and to carry her off to far, uncharted realms of sensuous, passionate love.

A Season Beyond A Kiss

A Season Beyond A Kiss
Author: Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
Publisher: Harper
Total Pages: 576
Release: 2000-03-08
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780060197308

In her groundbreaking romantic masterwork The Flame and the Flower, Kathleen E. Woodiwiss first introduced readers, to a remarkable love story. She captivated her devoted audience again with the long-awaited sequel,The Elusive Flame. Now the magnificent story comes full circle with... A Season Beyond A Kiss Her marriage to dashing American shipping magnate Jeff Birmingham signals the beginning of a wonderful new life for Raelynn Barrett. In the loving shelter of her husband's embrace, the pain of loss is diminished, as is her anger over her family's tragic and undeserved disgrace. But try as she might, Raelynn cannot close her ears to the cruel accusations and whispered rumors about her new spouse that buzz around her head like bees. And she cannot deny what her own eyes see, though the images before her seem to brand her darling Jeff as the worst sort of criminal, forcing her to flee his desire and his love. Yet Jeff knows he is innocent--though he is unaware of the conspiracy that has shrouded his marriage in secrets and now imperils it with lies. And he will oppose the treachery with every fiber of his being in order to preserve his threatened happiness--to win back the trust of the woman he cherishes...and secure his place forever in his beloved Raelynn's heart.

Love Elusive

Love Elusive
Author: Jerry Riccio
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 120
Release: 2011-10-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 146205627X

Thirty-five-year-old Dr. Marco Rinaldi has made a promise to his dying motherto travel to Italy in search of a bride who can make him meatballs just like she always did. Despite Marcos fears of having his heart broken once again, he realizes that life is made up of second chances. He decides hes willing to risk everything for love. As his plane departs New York for Rome, Marco has no idea that, in a manner of hours, he will meet a woman who will change his life forever. In a busy Rome train station, Marco is immediately captivated by Francesca, a beautiful woman whom he asks for assistance. With a long wait ahead of him before his next train departs, Marco asks Francesca to lunch. As they make their way back to the train station after their meal, a car nearly runs them over as the passenger shouts, Youre dead! Shocked by the incident, Marco is unaware that the great beauty he has just met is harboring an even greater secret. In this romantic thriller, only time will tell if Marcos affection for Francesca will be strong enough to withstand the dangers that lurk in the shadows.

Love's First Flames (Banished Saga, 0.5)

Love's First Flames (Banished Saga, 0.5)
Author: Ramona Flightner
Publisher: Grizzly Damsel Publishing
Total Pages: 133
Release: 2014-11-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0986050253

Devastated… When a fire irrevocably changes the lives of the three McLeod brothers, Gabriel, Richard and Jeremy learn to depend on each other in their harsh new reality. Determined… To thrive in prosperous, dynamic Boston of the late 1800’s, the McLeod brothers forge a bond created from loss, loyalty and shared hardship. Led by elder brother Gabriel, the three brothers battle wits against class conscious, exploitive relatives, working together to maintain a sense of family. Committed… To their dream of a better future, Gabriel worries that Richard’s interest in fellow orphan Florence Butler will only lead to heartache. Will Richard be able to secure Florence’s love? Will the brothers maintain their loyalty to each other? Or will they be torn apart? Love’s First Flames is a novella prequel to the Banished Saga.