Because of financial problems, the Laird of Kinfairlie must
see his sisters married off as soon as possible. Vivienne
is not at all interested in marriage, but when a previous
suitor arrives to offer for her, the laird secretly agrees,
since he believes Vivienne might still have some love for
the man.
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.
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.
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