She opens her eyes as the fury continues, pinning me with her glare. Her gaze reached into my soul as I spin the music back to the simple melody at its core—our melody. A moment of recognition washes over her, followed by regret, fear, terror. An entire kaleidoscope of emotions exists within a single heartbeat.

Christine Fonseca

Mots clés historical-romance ya psychological-thriller



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Though this marriage is a sham, what we share tonight will be real, my lady. I said I'd treat you wi' the same respect I'd show my own true bride, and I meant it. I'd no' be able to call myself a Scotsman if I let you walk across this threshold.

Pamela Clare

Mots clés romance historical-romance scotsman



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Before the war, a white man named Jonathan Edwards came to Stockbridge to teach my people about sin, but I doubt very much he could see sin in this. You defended yourself against a man who would otherwise have killed you and your friends. Perhaps you feel no regret because your spirit knows you did what was right.

Pamela Clare

Mots clés historical-romance native-american-wisdom



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_I_ boil it." Joseph entered last, closing the door behind them. "Last time, you burnt it."

Connor glared at Joseph. "We were attacked! What would you have me tell the Abenaki? 'I cannae fight just now. I'm makin' candy. Would you like a wee taste?

Pamela Clare

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I do not know her as you do, but I have shared each step of this journey with her, watched her fight for her life, and held her each night while she slept. I cannot help but care for her."

And suddenly Connor was glad Joseph had chosen to sleep in the loft.

Pamela Clare

Mots clés historical-romance



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I've bled for you. I've killed for you. I've held you in my arms and done my best to make love to you. I'd give my life to protect you. Now I sit beside you, askin' you to trust me.

Pamela Clare

Mots clés historical-romance scotsman



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Killy arched an eyebrow in disbelief. "Don't be thinkin' you can deceive this old man. I've been makin' a fool of myself over women since before you were born.

Pamela Clare

Mots clés historical-romance irishmen



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Though his countenance was solemn, there was a glint of amusement in his eyes. "Major MacKinnon, won't you join us?"

"But, my lord, he is clad in outlawed rebel attire. The Dress Act expressly forbids--"

"I am not blind, Colonel, and I am familiar with our laws."

Sarah fought back a smile.

Colonel Haviland lowered his voice, leaned toward Uncle William. "He was invited to pay respects to your niece, my lord, and he has the gall to--"

"I _am_ payin' my respects to the lass!" Connor's deep voice filled the room, cutting Colonel Haviland off altogether.

Pamela Clare

Mots clés historical-romance scotsman



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[Connor to Major Wentworth, grandson of King George]

"My fathers were lairds in the Highlands when yours were still farmin' kale back in Germany!

Pamela Clare

Mots clés historical-romance scottish-history



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[Connor, prepared to sacrifice himself to save Sarah]
God, I pray, give me the strength to live the next hour well.

Pamela Clare

Mots clés sacrifice historical-romance scotsman



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