For My Lady S Heart

A princess sparks devotion in a chivalrous knight in this medieval romance by a New York Times–bestselling author who “creates magic” (Lisa Kleypas). With Princess Melanthe di Monteverde widowed, a political marriage would tip the balance of power to any kingdom that possessed her. Determined to return to England alive and unwed, she hides behind a mask of witchery. Protecting her is Ruck d’Angleterre, a chivalrous knight who never wavers—and the only man Melanthe wishes could lift the veil of her disguise. He once desired her, but now his gaze reveals distrust. As they flee her enemies, Melanthe’s impossible love for the Green Knight grows. Ruck has remained chaste for thirteen miserable years, since his wife entered a nunnery, continuing to honor their marital vows. In that dark hour, when the church stripped him of his spouse and his possessions, the princess secretly came to his aid with two emeralds. Her safety is his duty, yet his heart is not pure. Each time he gazes upon Melanthe’s sable hair and twilight eyes, he wants more Showcasing Laura Kinsale’s gift for bringing unforgettable characters to life on the page, For My Lady’s Heart is yet another winner from the author of Flowers from the Storm, chosen as one of the “Greatest Love Stories of All Time” in a poll of Washington Post and Glamour magazine readers.

They were partners in a thriving London inn, best friends until 19-year-old Katesby Dalton asked Win Beaumarais to give her lessons in love. Kat had just received a marriage proposal from the Earl of Northumberland who wanted a woman of experience. What Kat couldn't tell Win was that he was the man she loved beyond reason and wanted to seduce.

This work, a companion to the author’s Broadway Sheet Music: A Comprehensive Listing of Published Music from Broadway and Other Stage Shows, 1918 through 1993 (McFarland 1996), provides information about all sheet music published (1843–1918) from all Broadway productions—plus music from local shows, minstrel shows, night club acts, vaudeville acts, touring companies, and shows on the road that never made it to Broadway—and all the major musicals from Chicago.

This is not a romantic book but rather it is a book about an unconditional love and a will to succeed in life. Annie did not give up in spite of numerous heartbreaks, insurmountable tragedy, and racism. She didn't give her mind permission to use her race or gender as an excuse to fail. Annie's interracial marriage brings her a love that she could only have dreamed of which helps her to discover what truly lies deep in her soul: faith and hope, and a determination to find out who she is what she wants out of life and how to accomplish her goals.