Book Description
Is it possible? The breathtaking Lady Annabelle has actually agreed to marry, sight unseen, a gentleman of her father's choosing -- the self-proclaimed "exceptionally average" Miles Croft. The ton is aghast! After scandalously toying with so many hearts, why is the exquisite Annabelle chaining herself to the new Viscount Pelham, a complete -- albeit most attractive -- stranger? Could it be that her own heart has been irreparably shattered, and she wants nothing more to do with romance?
Yet there is certainly nothing "average" about their wedding night! There is magic in Mile's touch, and the smoldering ecstasy it ignites threatens to consume them both. Dare Annabelle dream this is the one passionate and enduring love she ached for in secret, but never dreamed she'd be worthy of? Might this tender, mysterious lover truly be the scarlet lady's redemption -- and could she be Mile's as well?
About the Author
A native New Yorker, Edith Layton began writing at the age of ten.After graduating from Hunter College with a degree in theater and writing, she did publicity, PR, advertising, and promotion for various TV, radio and movie companies. She's the mother of three grown children and lives in Long Island.
To Wed a Stranger FROM THE PUBLISHER
Is it possible? The breathtaking Lady Annabelle has actually agreed to marry, sight unseen, a gentleman of her father's choosing — the self-proclaimed "exceptionally average" Miles Croft. The ton is aghast! After scandalously toying with so many hearts, why is the exquisite Annabelle chaining herself to the new Viscount Pelham, a complete — albeit most attractive — stranger? Could it be that her own heart has been irreparably shattered, and she wants nothing more to do with romance?
Yet there is certainly nothing "average" about their wedding night! There is magic in Mile's touch, and the smoldering ecstasy it ignites threatens to consume them both. Dare Annabelle dream this is the one passionate and enduring love she ached for in secret, but never dreamed she'd be worthy of? Might this tender, mysterious lover truly be the scarlet lady's redemption — and could she be Mile's as well?
FROM THE CRITICS
Romantic Times
...an emotionally compelling love story.
Library Journal
Beautiful, titled, totally desirable, but practically "on the shelf" at 27, Lady Annabelle Wylde has had many flirtations but has never found love. Nevertheless, she knows she must wed; resigned to a loveless relationship, she dutifully agrees to an arranged marriage with Miles Croft, Viscount Pelham, a man she hardly knows. Disaster strikes on the couple's honeymoon as virulent influenza robs Annabelle of her beauty and vitality, and their relationship takes on a deeper dimension as they learn to know each other and discover what is really important to them. A charming, emotionally intense story that beautifully addresses the issues of self-worth and the true meaning of love, this novel will appeal to readers who like their historicals intelligent, thought-provoking, and thoroughly romantic. A number of characters have links to Layton's previous books, including Annabelle herself, who appeared in The Chance as a rather spiteful "other woman." Layton is a beloved writer of Regencies of the traditional and historical variety and a RITA Award winner. She lives on Long Island, NY. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.
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