“You make me feel like thunder,” she whispered against his mouth. “Brenna,” he breathed as he gripped her face in his hands. His lips came down upon her mouth with possessive fury, creating an upsurge of need that spread sweet anguish throughout her body. Her arms wrapped around his neck as her b...
“God’s blood, I’ve been a fool.” He pounded again on the door.“I am coming.” Shoney unbolted the door and stepped out of the way as it slammed open. Nathair’s eyes went first to the bed, which was empty.“What have you done with her?” Nathair grabbed Shoney. She winced as his fingers bit into her ...
The abbot and his monks continued on toward the monastery while Jack, Bella and Lord Redesdale disappeared into the woods. Jack expelled a tense breath. For years, the forest had hidden him and his family away, allowing their crimes to go unpunished. The trees had been watchful guardians to which...
“I cannot hide my surprise as well as you hide yours or my fury.” Henry had all but forgotten his brother. After stomaching the assault of Rupert’s grating voice and inciting words, Henry was sorry to be reminded. Shooting his younger brother a reproachful look, he said, “...
To the north they could see the firth of Lorn. When a storm swept through, the waves would crash against the rock-strewn shore. The east side of the land ran alongside a narrow but swift river that wound into a nearby forest. Wild flowers covered the slopes and fields. Many believed it was the fi...