Meet the most respectable member of the Kendrick Clan in
bestselling author Vanessa Kelly's intoxicating series--and the
independent woman who has stolen his heart...
Miss Kathleen Calvert may be the daughter of an Irish
aristocrat, but she has no intention of acting like one. All she desires
is to return to her family's estate to raise horses and manage her
father's magnificent gardens. But when a scandal threatens her
reputation, her parents order her to a remote Scottish estate, hoping
she will finally learn to behave like a proper lady. To make matters
worse, her escort is a handsome Highlander who just happens to be the
most boring man in all of Scotland...
After a youth of dangerous
and wild escapades, Grant Kendrick surprised his family--and himself--by
becoming a successful businessman and the most respectable Kendrick
brother. But does that matter, when the beautiful and free-spirited
Kathleen deems him a stodgy bore? Luckily, he gets the chance to prove
her wrong when their carriage is ambushed by thieves. But it will take
all his ingenuity to protect the beautiful lass who has stormed her way
into his heart--and to convince her that a life with him will be a
love-filled adventure...
The Highlander Who Protected Me
Lady Ainsley Matthews, heiress and darling of the ton,
was expected to make a magnificent match. Instead she’s hiding on a
remote Scottish estate, terrified that her vicious former fiancé will
use her pregnancy to force her into marriage. One man can help her—Royal
Kendrick, son of a distinguished Highland clan. Though a mistake drove
them apart long ago, Royal is the only person Ainsley trusts to protect
her baby—even if that means agreeing to never see either of them again.
Scarred in body and soul by war, Royal suddenly has a
purpose—caring for an innocent babe and thereby helping the woman he
can’t stop loving. But when Ainsley ultimately returns to Scotland,
determined to be a real mother to her child in spite of the risk,
there’s only one solution: marriage. And only one likely outcome:
surrendering to the desire that’s simmered between them for so long, no
matter how dangerous it may be . . .
The Highlander's Christmas Bride
In bestselling author Vanessa Kelly’s irresistible Clan
Kendrick series, Christmas in the Highlands means family,
celebration—and for one brother, the beginning of a passionate adventure
. . .
Being thrown over by the man she expected to marry was humiliating
enough. Now that Donella Haddon, grandniece of the Earl of Riddick, has
also proven a failure as a nun, she has no choice but to return to her
family’s estate. The brawny Highlander sent to escort her is brash,
handsome, and the only thing standing between Donella and a gang of
would-be kidnappers. But the scandal in her past can’t be so easily
outrun . . .
Wealthy widower Logan Kendrick was expecting to meet a plain, pious
spinster—not a gorgeous, sharp-tongued lass who can hold her own in any
ambush. Though she’s known as the Flower of Clan Graham, Donella is no
shrinking violet. In fact, she might be the perfect woman to bring
happiness back to his lonely little son’s life, just in time for
Christmas. But first he must protect her from ugly gossip and a
mysterious threat—and convince her that their wild, unexpected desire is
heaven sent.
The Highlander's English Bride
In this dazzling new novel from bestselling author Vanessa Kelly,
the wildest member of Clan Kendrick has found his purpose as a
government agent. Now he must also meet his match...
Lady Sabrina Bell has never been so embarrassed in her
life. Not only did her new suitor fail to appear for their morning
rendezvous in Hyde Park, but a thief pushed her into the Serpentine.
Being rescued by a burly Highlander just adds to her humiliation. Nor is
he content with rescuing her just once. Even when Sabrina travels to
Edinburgh as part of King George's entourage, Graeme Kendrick is there,
interfering, exasperating, and so very tempting...
Once
notorious for being the most unruly Kendrick brother, Graeme now runs
dangerous missions for the King's spymaster. Yet nothing has prepared
him for Sabrina. The only child of a wealthy earl, and the pampered
goddaughter of the king himself, she is stubborn, impetuous, and far too
good for him. He doesn't deserve her, but he can protect her and then
send her safely back home. But the bonny Sassenach has her own ideas—and a plan for seduction that no red-blooded Highlander could resist...
Reviews
“Brilliantly written, deeply emotional, altogether splendid!” ~ USA Today Bestselling Author Collette Cameron
“Sensuous romance, elaborately developed characters, and a fast-moving plot make this historical very satisfying.” ~Publishers Weekly
“Kelly continues the story of the honorable Kendrick men, who fight to protect the women they love. While Ainsley fights her attraction to Royal with sarcasm, Royal quietly builds a fire in her that neither can resist. Enjoyable.” ~Historical Novels Review
“Readers won’t be able to put this unforgettable book down…it has a wonderful setting, amazing dialogue, hilarious secondary characters, as well as brilliant main characters.” ~5 stars, Celtic Barb’s Tartan Book Reviews
“Ms. Kelly has launched a brilliant start to this series where the chemistry between this couple was tangible and off-the-charts from the moment they come face-to-face.” ~4.5 stars, Harlequin Junkie, Recommended Read
“This was a great read, one with lots of passionate moments from our characters, and I’m not talking about romance scenes. Those were good too, but it was cool to see the interactions and lives come off the pages of this book.” ~5 stars, Bibliophile.reviews
“When Ainsley does return to claim her baby and her man, the ensuing passion is almost too hot to handle. This kick-off to the Clan Kendrick series is definitely one you don’t want to miss—or read without a tall glass of water nearby.” ~A Love So True
“A non-simpering, strong-minded heroine, and a wonderful romantic hero…I’d definitely recommend this to anyone after their own handsome highlander, or at least the company of a fictional one for a couple of hours. This was a fun read, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.” ~Jennifer C. Wilson, Historical Fiction With Spirit
“The magic ingredient in this story has to be the witty banter. The clever, romantic sparring created sparks that brought Royal and Ainsley alive on the page. Sometimes seductive and sometimes playful, it painted such a brilliant picture of these characters.” ~4 stars, Buried Under Romance
“Kelly dreams up a stunningly captivating tale of heartache, bravery and romance.” ~4 stars, I Love Romance
“Genuinely enchanting, delightfully humorous, and deeply romantic!” ~4 stars, The Book Review
“A refreshing change of pace…the characters were all utterly delightful.” ~4 stars, Pass Me That Book
Vanessa Kelly
When she's not dreaming up plots for her next Regency historical novel, Vanessa is writing USA Today Bestselling contemporary romance with her husband under the pen name of V.K. Sykes.
You can find Vanessa at vanessakellyauthor.com or at vksykes.com. For all of Vanessa's latest news and contests--and to receive a free story--please sign up for her newsletter on her website.
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