Daisy Tanner returns to England determined to put her past
behind her. At 16, she and her father were convicted of
poaching and sent to Botany Bay. To survive, Daisy married
a guard for protection, only to become the victim of his
physical abuse. Her salvation occurred when he broke his
neck, leaving her unexpectedly rich. Wishing for a peaceful
and quiet life, Daisy desires marriage to an older man who
will not put physical demands upon her. She appears on the
doorstep of a possible candidate only to be intrigued by
his younger friend.
Rake and libertine Leland Grant, Viscount Haye, doesn't
like the calculating look the delectable young woman is
giving the man he loves like a father. After learning her
criminal background, Leland decides to turn his famous
charm upon her. Known for his wicked humor and seductive
manner, Leland proceeds with his plan. However, his own
growing feelings for Daisy soon start to interfere. Leland
discovers in Daisy a kindred spirit, but convincing Daisy
of that will take all of his expertise.
Daisy's past rears its ugly head and threatens to put her
in Newgate. On the brink of becoming an outcast and losing
her freedom, Daisy must overcome her fears and place her
fate with Leland.
Ms. Layton completes her Botany Bay series with a touching,
poignant tale of an abused woman learning to trust and love
a man who's battling his own demons. With its compelling
plot and dialogue layered with innuendos, HOW TO SEDUCE A
BRIDE is a memorable read.
How does one seduce a bride?Step One: Lay bare her mysteries...
Daisy Tanner has taken the ton by storm and Leland Grant,
Viscount Haye, wants to know everything about this
ravishing, secretive woman who is tempting his friend into
marriage. Though his rakish reputation is the stuff of
legend, Leland is curiously undone by this exquisite
creature who threatens to turn his footloose single life
topsy-turvy. Never has he wanted a woman more...
Step Two: Strip her of her inhibitions...
Having survived a difficult past, Daisy now desires the
security of an uncomplicated marriage with some safe,
undemanding gentleman. How dare this dashing rogue Lord
Haye distract her with his suspicions...and unbalance her
with his sensuous promises? If Daisy isn't careful, her
scandalous history could become common knowledge. Worse
still, she might actually fall in love with this notorious
seducer whose touch excites her like nothing has before...
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