His Stolen Bride

He Would Stop at Nothing to Get What He Wanted . . . Determined to succeed, Nicholas Blum leaves his beloved family to work for a shopkeeper in Pennsylvania. His stay won't be long, though, for once he proves himself he plans to return to his beloved North Carolina Moravian community to marry the golden sweetheart he's entrusted to his younger brother's care. The last thing Nicholas wants is a female taskmaster who bosses him by day and invades his dreams at night—no matter how lovely petite Abbigall Till may be. And Abbigail, the shop owner's spinster daughter, certainly doesn't need a big attractive man like Nicholas upsetting her shop and wreaking havoc with her heart. Then Nicholas gets some shocking news—his intended bride is to marry someone else. As he races home to stop the wedding, Nicholas is haunted by thoughts of the sweet, stubborn wren he's left behind. Abbigail too feels an aching despair over losing the man she belatedly realizes she loves. Will the strength of their love survive, or has their only chance at happiness been stolen forever?

The warriors of Asgard Island are keeping a secret from their new brides… Kidnapped from a trade fair by a mysterious swordsman, 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 “If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would! I loved Asgard Island and Shelly’s descriptions made it feel so real, as if I’m there with them. Highly recommended. I loved all the books but this was by far my most favorite!” – Goodreads reviewer “I'm in awe of this author's talent. Thacker has made me want to read all her books. She is so skilled at telling a story with strong, well defined characters and original storylines. This one blew me away!” – Goodreads reviewer “Take me to Asgard Island, please! His Captive Bride is totally engrossing, passionate and SEXY! The chemistry between Avril and Hauk is electric. I highly recommend every one of the books in this series as perfect escape reads.” – Reading Between the Wines 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 Series These 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)

When Beth Hawley journeys to Lord Wraybourne's castle to help young Lady Sophie Kyle prepare for her wedding, she has to share her carriage with two unexpected travelers, the rakish Sir Marius Fletcher, who is stranded after his curricle overturns, and an unidentified elderly woman, found unconscious in a wrecked carriage. As the date of Sophie's wedding draws near, Beth realizes some mysterious shadow from the past seems to haunt the bride and groom. The elderly woman, suffering from memory loss, may hold the key. Beth turns to Sir Marius for help, but her efforts are thwarted at every turn as she encounters a most unlikely villain-while her only ally seems to have his mind set more on romance than the danger at hand...

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, but a trick of time finds him married to a thoroughly modern American lady who 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, right down to the surprise at the end ... 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)." -Ellen Hestand, All About Romance "Moving, riveting, magical. Forever His is destined to become an all-time favorite in medieval and time-travel romances." -The Mediaeval Chronicle A full-length novel of 125,000 words Adult content: explicit love scenes Originally published by Avon Books The Stolen Brides Series: One falls through time and finds herself married to a dark stranger ... one may never reach her royal wedding if she can't resist her rugged protector ... one is abducted by a mysterious swordsman and swept away to a secret island paradise. Three regal brides are about to discover that falling in love with a warrior is the most dangerous adventure of all.

She’s kidnapped on the morning of her royal wedding—by her groom’s most dangerous enemy. Treachery 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 “A compelling and memorable romance. His Stolen Bride joins the ranks of the finest medieval captive/captor stories. 4 1/2 stars (highest rating)." -RT Book Reviews “An exciting and entertaining story that had me riveted to the end. This one will stick with me for a long time to come. I recommend it highly!” – Goodreads reviewer “A heart-wrenching masterpiece! This story was seriously amazing! The author makes you feel like you are a part of the story, which is seriously rare nowadays.” – Goodreads reviewer “One of my top 10 favorites. I love romance novels that have strong, in-love heroes. The love scenes in this book are beautiful!” – Goodreads reviewer “A keeper. I will be re-reading His Stolen Bride again and again through the years!” – Goodreads reviewer “Action, romance, intrigue and adventure. I could not put it down. This was the first book I have read by Shelly Thacker and it will not be the last!” – Goodreads reviewer “So happy to have found such a gifted writer. I read this book in a day in a half. Bravo Shelly!” – Goodreads reviewer An earlier edition of this novel was originally published by Avon Books under the title Falcon on the Wind. This extensively revised Author's Preferred Edition includes new scenes never before published. The Stolen Brides Series These 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)

USA Today Bestseller! From USA Today bestselling author Sophie Jordan comes a scandalously sensual romance in her beloved Rogue Files series. “Deliciously sexy!”—Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author An urgent dilemma… To save her impoverished family, Marian Langley will become a mistress. But she will not be just any mistress. Marian intends to become so skilled, so coveted, that she can set her own terms, retaining control over her body and her fate. Only one problem remains: finding a tutor… A scandalous solution… Other men deprive themselves of pleasure for propriety’s sake. Nathaniel, Duke of Warrington, would much rather be depraved. He slakes his desires with professionals who ask nothing of him but his coin. Marian’s proposal—that he train her without taking her virtue—is an intriguing diversion, until their lessons in seduction spin out of control. And a most unlikely duchess… When Marian is blackmailed into engagement by a man she despises, Nate impulsively steals her away. Though he never intended to take a wife, he can’t tolerate the idea of Marian forfeiting her freedom to another. But can he bear to give her what she demands—a real marriage?

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. 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.com “I have read a lot of books. Thousands. A lot of books that I used to think were great are now just ok or come across as silly. Not Forever His. It’s the best time travel book I have ever read and one of my top romances of all time.” -Goodreads Reviewer “A steamy, swoon-worthy treat that has left me in a place of pure bliss at the end after a wild ride to get there! Forever His is a spectacular historical time-travel romance. I am searching for words to describe it and can only think in terms of masterpiece. Shelly Thacker’s Stolen Brides series is vivid storytelling akin to art and poetry. Glorious!” –Reading Between the Wines “You will not be able to put it down! Somehow I had never read anything by Shelly Thacker before but you can bet your bottom dollar I will be reading more!” -Goodreads Reviewer Originally published by Avon Books. This special Author's Preferred Edition has been revised by the author. The Stolen Brides Series These 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)

Lady Rosalyn Carmichael is on the run from her evil stepbrother, who will do anything to gain her inheritance. When Derek Hardwicke rescues her from an attempted kidnapping in London, she gratefully accepts the protection of his remote Scottish castle. And though Derek's devilishly handsome looks inspire scandalous fantasies, a secret from her past means those fantasies must forever remain dreams.... A Highland laird, Derek intends to marry his childhood friend Megan MacPherson, since only a Scottish wife will satisfy his clan. But beautiful Rosalyn awakens feelings he never dreamed he'd have. And while he has promised to keep her safe, the attraction between them burns too hot to deny. Now, with danger inching ever closer, he must choose between his allegiance to his clan and a passion like he's never known....