Sophia MacFarlane accepts her father failings and can't
stay mad at him. Before her mother died, they gave her an
unusual upbringing, enjoying a vagabond life traveling
through Europe like gypsies. Since her mother's death,
Sophia and her father have settled down in one place.
Intending to improve their finances in a card game, her
father instead loses their house. Determined not to give up
her home, Sophia plots to make the property so unappealing
that the new owner will throw his hands up in horror.
Lord Dougal MacLean journeys to his new property after a
slight delay with a willing widow. Despite the numerous
holdings he owns, Dougal is excited about his newest
acquisition. It will be a perfect gift for his nephew. Upon
arriving, Dougal overhears an imaginative scheme by the
lady of the house. She intends to make the house extremely
uncomfortable with smoky fireplaces, inedible food and
broken furniture. It will be difficult to handle, since
Dougal enjoys his luxuries, but he can tough it out in
order to outfox her.
Sophia's quick mind and originality appeal to Dougal. He
loves a challenge -- and she presents a delightful one.
Sophia takes his dare and risks her virtue on a card game
to regain her home. A battle of wits ensues between two
dynamic personalities.
Ms. Hawkins' newest historical romance is a funny,
lighthearted battle between two strong-willed characters
who love a challenge. The antics and banter will keep
readers laughing into the night. You can always count on
this author to consistently write a good solid story.
In this sizzling romantic adventure, a daring Highland
lass plays a high-stakes game to keep the home she
loves...but ends up losing her heart
instead.
When her father gambles away the family
estate to darkly dangerous Lord Dougal MacLean, Sophia
MacFarlane is determined to use her wiles to regain it.
Forced to stake the one thing she has left -- her virtue --
she desperately hopes her skill can limit her losses to a
few kisses...no matter how hotly tempting Dougal turns out
to be.
Dougal MacLean knows that Sophia has some
trick up her sleeve, but he can't resist the challenge --
or her ravishing beauty. So when she proposes a card game
with most unusual stakes, Dougal is delighted to accept.
But as the game ends, Dougal and Sophia discover they've
wagered something even more precious -- their hearts.
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