Stolen Brides Series by Shelly Thacker

She’s kidnapped on the morning of her royal wedding—by her groom’s most dangerous enemyTreachery leads battle-hardened Highland lord Darach of Glenshiel to abduct an innocent: wealthy Lady Laurien d'Amboise, betrothed to the knave who betrayed Darach and his men. Stealing the delicate beauty on her wedding day, he vows to keep her safe—and untouched—for she is a hostage to be bartered for the freedom of his beloved Scotland... moreShe’s kidnapped on the morning of her royal wedding—by her groom’s most dangerous enemyTreachery leads battle-hardened Highland lord Darach of Glenshiel to abduct an innocent: wealthy Lady Laurien d'Amboise, betrothed to the knave who betrayed Darach and his men. Stealing the delicate beauty on her wedding day, he vows to keep her safe—and untouched—for she is a hostage to be bartered for the freedom of his beloved Scotland. But soon he discovers that his lovely captive has unexpected strength, fire—and plans of her own. From a besieged French castle to the untamed Scottish Highlands, Darach and Laurien are swept up in wild adventure, dangerous secrets…and forbidden love that puts their honor and their lives at risk.An RWA Golden Heart Award Finalist: Best Historical Romance of the Year less

On New Year's Eve, she tumbles 700 years back in time—and into the bed of a darkly dangerous knight.Sir Gaston de Varennes wanted a docile bride who would fit into his plans for vengeance and justice. Instead, by a king’s command, he’s forced to marry the defiant beauty who appeared so mysteriously in his bed. His thoroughly modern American wife soon turns his castle, his life, and his heart upside down... moreOn New Year's Eve, she tumbles 700 years back in time—and into the bed of a darkly dangerous knight.Sir Gaston de Varennes wanted a docile bride who would fit into his plans for vengeance and justice. Instead, by a king’s command, he’s forced to marry the defiant beauty who appeared so mysteriously in his bed. His thoroughly modern American wife soon turns his castle, his life, and his heart upside down. Will her desperate secret tear them apart after only a few bittersweet weeks of stolen passion…or will they conquer mistrust, treachery, and time itself to discover a love that spans the centuries?Winner of the National Readers Choice Award: Best Historical Romance of the Year"Irresistible. One of the best romances of the year." -The Detroit Free Press"A Desert Isle Keeper. Touching, ingenious...I love this book. I've read it time after time, and even if I haven't waited quite long enough between readings to forget all the details, I always get drawn back into the story so intensely that I can't put it down. Grade: A (highest rating)." -AllAboutRomance.comOriginally published by Avon Books. This Author's Preferred Edition ebook has been revised by the author.The Stolen Brides SeriesThese regal brides are about to discover that falling in love with a warrior is the most dangerous adventure of all. Each book is a stand-alone, steamy historical romance:Book 1: HIS STOLEN BRIDE (Darach and Laurien)Book 2: FOREVER HIS (Gaston and Celine)Book 3: HIS FORBIDDEN TOUCH (Royce and Princess Ciara)Book 4: HIS CAPTIVE BRIDE (Hauk and Avril)Book 5: HIS SCOTTISH BRIDE (Henri and Aileen) less

The dark swordsman swore to protect a princess—not to fall in love with her...Hidden away during years of war, the beautiful princess, Ciara, knew little of the world outside—until a conqueror came, and the castle was lost. Now, in the cause of peace, she must wed the brute who destroyed her home and happiness... moreThe dark swordsman swore to protect a princess—not to fall in love with her...Hidden away during years of war, the beautiful princess, Ciara, knew little of the world outside—until a conqueror came, and the castle was lost. Now, in the cause of peace, she must wed the brute who destroyed her home and happiness. And the man charged with delivering her safely to the shameful ceremony is a heartless mercenary! Recalled from exile, Royce Saint-Michel can now win back his confiscated title and lands if he transports the proud, defiant princess to her powerful fiancé. But the road is long and dangerous, prowled by assassins who wish the marriage thwarted and the lady dead. And the greatest threat to the impending union is Royce's own yearning heart, enflamed by Ciara's courage, her fire, her innocence, her beauty—and by the promise of a passion for which Royce would gladly forfeit all he stands to gain including, if necessary, his life. less

She's swept away to a hidden island paradise filled with pleasures...and secrets.Abducted from a trade fair by a mysterious warrior, Lady Avril de Varennes awakens on Asgard Island, an enchanted paradise cloaked in mists and mystery, kept secret from the world for centuries. Against her will, Avril weds her arrogant captor, Hauk Valbrand—even as she vows to escape. Hauk believes himself beyond the reach of love, until his fiery captive bride begins to melt his heart of ice... moreShe's swept away to a hidden island paradise filled with pleasures...and secrets.Abducted from a trade fair by a mysterious warrior, Lady Avril de Varennes awakens on Asgard Island, an enchanted paradise cloaked in mists and mystery, kept secret from the world for centuries. Against her will, Avril weds her arrogant captor, Hauk Valbrand—even as she vows to escape. Hauk believes himself beyond the reach of love, until his fiery captive bride begins to melt his heart of ice. But soon he must reveal the stunning truth about Asgard and its people—and Hauk and Avril must choose between love and honor, duty and desire...now and forever."Powerful. From the very first page you're whisked away to a world where anything is possible." -The Atlanta Journal-Constitution“An involving, beautiful story. I thought about the characters often at work, at the grocery store, in my car—wherever I was until I could get back to the book. A definite keeper. Five hearts (highest rating).” -TheRomanceReader.com"An utterly absorbing read! With its richly drawn characters, powerful conflict and vividly imagined setting, HIS CAPTIVE BRIDE is a romantic fantasy lover's dream. When it comes to sweeping, sizzling historical romance, Shelly Thacker is a shining star!" - Lara Adrian, New York Times bestselling author Originally published by Dell under the title Timeless. This revised and expanded Author's Preferred Edition includes new scenes never before published.The Stolen Brides SeriesThese regal brides are about to discover that falling in love with a warrior is the most dangerous adventure of all. Each book is a stand-alone, steamy historical romance:Book 1: HIS STOLEN BRIDE (Darach and Laurien)Book 2: FOREVER HIS (Gaston and Celine)Book 3: HIS FORBIDDEN TOUCH (Royce and Princess Ciara)Book 4: HIS CAPTIVE BRIDE (Hauk and Avril)Book 5: HIS SCOTTISH BRIDE (Henri and Aileen) less

Stranded together by a winter storm, a French knight and a fiery Scottish lass discover an unexpected, forbidden love.Lady Aileen MacFarland has already lost one husband in battle and doesn't intend to become a warrior's bride again. Especially not a warrior like Sir Henri d'Amboise. During his visit to the Highlands, the handsome Frenchman has acquired a reputation for his valor, his taste for adventure--and his way with the ladies... moreStranded together by a winter storm, a French knight and a fiery Scottish lass discover an unexpected, forbidden love.Lady Aileen MacFarland has already lost one husband in battle and doesn't intend to become a warrior's bride again. Especially not a warrior like Sir Henri d'Amboise. During his visit to the Highlands, the handsome Frenchman has acquired a reputation for his valor, his taste for adventure--and his way with the ladies. Fiercely independent Aileen has no interest in the roguish knight. For the good of her family, her father has already promised her in marriage to a wealthy laird.But when a holiday hunting expedition is interrupted by a winter storm, Aileen and Henri find themselves plunged into a dangerous adventure, stranded together in a secluded Highland croft...and swept away by a passion that might burn all of Aileen's plans to cinders.A holiday novella of 25,000 words. All new, never before published!The Stolen Brides SeriesThese regal brides are about to discover that falling in love with a warrior is the most dangerous adventure of all. Each book is a stand-alone, steamy historical romance:Book 1: HIS STOLEN BRIDE (Darach and Laurien)Book 2: FOREVER HIS (Gaston and Celine)Book 3: HIS FORBIDDEN TOUCH (Royce and Princess Ciara)Book 4: HIS CAPTIVE BRIDE (Hauk and Avril)Book 5: HIS SCOTTISH BRIDE (Henri and Aileen) less