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Making knights out of men, dragons, and faeries one page at a time.
NY Times Bestselling Author
Paula Quinn
"The author's smoothly paced narrative, attention to period detail, and playful, understated love scenes will transport readers. This outing proves that relative newcomer Quinn is an author to watch." STARRED REVIEW from Publishers Weekly!
Lord Of Seduction
Possess him at your peril...
Reluctant Bride
By the king's order, Lady Tanon Risande is to be wed to a fierce Welsh prince. Headstrong Tanon has other ideas, and none of them involve submitting to Prince Gareth ap Owain. Yet she can't help but notice how the ladies of the court sigh at his mere glance. And when this rough warrior sets his penetrating gaze on her, Tanon, too, wonders what it would be like to bed a barbarian.
Lady Of Desire
Gareth is determined to prove to his delectable new wife that he saves his savagery for the battlefield, not the bedchamber. He will use far more persuasive methods to lure this lady willingly into his arms-and he looks forward to trying them all. But though Gareth is a prince, he cannot offer Tanon the finery she is used to, nor can he make sure she stays safe in his untamed land. What he can guarantee her is a love unlike any she has ever known.
Reviews
STARRED REVIEW from Publisher's Weekly!
"The author's smoothly paced narrative, attention to period detail, and playful, understated love scenes will transport readers. This outing proves that relative newcomer Quinn is an author to watch."
Review from Booklist~John Charles
"Passion, peril, and plenty of medieval political intrigue are the primary ingredients in Quinn's latest expertly crafted historical romance."
NEW! Review from Roundtable Reviews~Sylvia Cochran
"(Lord Of Seduction) showcases a hero and heroine who are defined by more than their mutual passions and sexual tensions, and instead who are individuals in their own rights. Thus breaking the mold of the tried and true romance novel formula so many writers believe they must follow, Paula Quinn regales her readers with a sweet romance that shows the growth of a friendship between a couple as well as their romantic interest."
4 Stars from RomanticTimes Magazine~Kathe Robin
"Feast on this medieval banquet!"
Top Pick Award from Romance Readers At Heart~Deana Monteleone
"If you like your heroes with golden muscles and fighting skills to rescue any damsel in distress, and your heroines with the beauty and spirit to match, then LORD OF SEDUCTION should find its way to your keeper shelf!"
5 Blue Ribbons from Romance Junkies~Char
"Overflowing with suspense, intrigue, desire and love."
Review from Bookloons~Kim Atchue-Cusella
"This is a breathtaking story with characters you can't help but fall for."
Bonus Features
Music
Atholl Highlanders by Weavers of the Tartan/Scott Cawthon(ok, so it's not Welsh, but it's got a kicking beat. Perfect for dancing under the stars!
*U Make Me Better by Bo Bice
*Midnight Walker by Davey Spillane
My favorite thing about Gareth is that he learned to fight by dancing. Yes, this warrior dances like nobody's business!
Character Interview
Interview with Gareth ab Owain
PQ: Describe your dream woman.
strong>Gareth: I think you know this, Paula. (he grins)
PQ:Behave. Can you elaborate?
Gareth: If you insist. My dream woman is someone who accepts who I am without trying to change me. She has to be trustworthy. (his gaze shifts very subtly to stare straight into me) I have many secrets.
PQ: (I smile, noticing for the first time the striking beauty of his eyes) We'll get into those later.
Gareth: Will we?
PQ: What do you love and hate most about your life?
Gareth: Love and hate are strong words. I enjoy tending to my land, working with my hands and getting things done. I like knowing I am capable of protecting my people, but even more than that I enjoy teaching them to protect themselves. I don't like watching innocent people suffer.
PQ: If you could identify the one single event that made you who you are, what would it be?
Gareth: Finding myself on a battlefield at the age of ten and two had a way of changing my views of the world. I knew two things at a very tender age. One, was that my life would be fraught with danger and choices I might regret making. The other was knowing that I would still make those choices in order to bring peace to Cymru.
PQ: I understand you had seven brothers? What was your childhood like?
Gareth: It was quick. My brothers used to take sport in thrashing me. When we went to live with our Uncle Rhys in Deheubarth, he taught me how to protect myself.
PQ: He taught you how to fight?
Gareth: He taught me how to avoid getting hit.
PQ: What do you fear most?
Gareth: War. Many Cymraeg have been subjugated by the Normans along the marches. Some princes believe the only way to stop the overlords is to go to war with them. But Cymru has been divided by internal fighting, making us weak. We would never be victorious against King William's armies. I believe there is a more reliable way to stop those Marcher lords who bring harm to my people.
PQ: You mentioned secrets earlier. Tell me your darkest secret.
Gareth: Alas, I would, but I would either have to wed you, or kill you. (The sharp curl of his devastating smile tells me he's only half joking.)
PQ: Hmmm, moving right along...What do you regret most in your life?
Gareth: Regrets are really a waste of time, are they not? They accomplish nothing.
PQ: What is your most powerful dream?
Gareth: To have peace in Cymru. Peace in my life. I cannot remember a time when my country has not been at war.
PQ: Reveal the happiest moments in your life.
Gareth: I was ten summers. My uncle had taken me and my brothers to Winchester to meet with King William about a union between my brother, Cedric and Lord Brand Risande's daughter, Tanon. She was lovely. Even at ten, I knew it. We became friends and she filled my days with endless chatter, laughter, and peace. Our time together was short but I have never forgotten it. I have never forgotten her. I have a plan and need your help. Shall I tell you about it, Paula? (I nod) ..It's about Lady Tanon Risande...