Jadis, les chemins de Catherine Melbourne et de lord Michael se sont croisés à plusieurs reprises, en Espagne, pendant la guerre, puis à Bruxelles. Mais les sentiments qui ont fleuri au fil des ans n'ont jamais pu s'exprimer car Catherine était mariée. Aujourd'hui veuve, elle est dans l'embarras:afin de toucher un héritage qui protégera l'avenir de sa fille, elle doit dénicher un complice qui jouera le rôle de son mari. Désespérée, Catherine se tourne vers Michael. Sachant qu'il l'aidera sans hésiter, et qu'elle devra mentir et tromper cet homme qui est le seul à avoir jamais fait battre son coeur...

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Au début de 1832, après plusieurs années passées à parcourir l'Orient, Kyle Renbourne débarque enfin à Macao. La Chine est le but ultime de son voyage. Depuis son enfance, il rêve de visiter le temple de Hoshan, merveille de l'architecture dont il possède une gravure. Grande est sa déception lorsqu'il apprend qu'aucun étranger n'est autorisé à pénétrer à l'intérieur des terres. L'administration chinoise confine les Fan-qui dans un quartier réservé de Canton et les fait surveiller par des espions. Intrigué par le comportement du jeune interprète qu'on lui a affecté, Kyle découvre bientôt que, sous les vêtements masculins, se dissimule une ravissante Eurasienne. Orpheline, Mei-Lian veut fuir la Chine et se réfugier en Écosse, d'où son père était originaire. Voilà l'occasion de conclure un marché et d'organiser une expédition clandestine à Hoshan ! Qui plus est, en délicieuse compagnie.

La fiancée chinoise

Bestselling author M. J. Putney weaves a new tale in the Guardian series-a dazzling romantic fantasy that takes readers not only from the elegant streets of London to a dangerously tempting Mediterranean island but across time. Jean Macrae's family is one of the most prominent clans of Guardians, humans whose magical powers come from nature, but Jean considers her skills modest at best. She has never been able to summon the intense, earth-altering ability that has marked the most talented Guardians, and she is content without the adventure that such skill brings .

A Distant Magic - The Guardian Trilogy, #3

Emprisonné dans la Tour de Londres en 1835, un prisonnier attend l'heure de sa pendaison. Gavin Elliott n'a que quelques jours à vivre et il se souvient... Il se souvient de l'île de Maduri, du marché aux esclaves, de cette femme qu'on s'apprête à vendre au plus offrant et qui court soudain vers lui.- Sauvez-moi !Ses immenses yeux bleus l'implorent. Elle est si belle dans ses voiles translucides qui révèlent son corps de déesse ! Et Dieu sait quels tourments elle a déjà subis, livrée à la turpitude de ses précédents maîtres ? Non, Gavin ne peut pas l'abandonner...Mais, pour obtenir sa liberté, il doit affronter une suite d'épreuves surhumaines imposées par le Sultan : la Falaise des Douleurs, la Danse du Feu, le Souffle de Vie. Et enfin, l'ultime épreuve, peut-être la plus terrible, car la plus impudique... Pour Alexandra, jusqu'où Gavin est-il prêt à aller ?

Ivresse orientale

This novel was previously released as Stirring the Embers. The first contemporary novel by New York Times bestselling author, The Burning Point is a riveting story of the ties that bind two people together-and the incendiary forces that can tear them apart. Kate Corsi always dreamed of working for her family's world famous explosive demolition business-a wish her old-fashioned father denied until the day he died.  According to his will, Kate will receive a fortune while her ex-husband, Donovan, will inherit the family business.  But only if they agree to live under the same roof for a year. Forced into a reluctant alliance, Kate and Donovan must discover the truth about her father's death-and confront the past that almost destroyed them both.  And as they face their shattered dreams, their wrenching secrets and bitter resentments, they find themselves sliding perilously toward the burning point where passion catches fire once more.. The Burning Point was listed as one of the five best romances of the year by Library Journal. The Circle of Friends series:#1: The Burning Point#2: The Spiral Path#3: An Imperfect Process#4: A Holiday Fling (Novella)Praise for The Burning Point:"Powerhouse novelist Mary Jo Putney explodes on the contemporary scene with an emotionally wrenching and dramatically intense story.  She tackles a very difficult subject with insight, and compassion.  Exceptionally powerful reading!"-Romantic Times Magazine "This passionate love story [unfolds] gradually, in trademark Putney style.  The author has created a realistic, well-crafted story, laced with elements of suspense and mystery and featuring sympathetic protagonists whose biggest mistake was marrying too young."-Publishers Weekly "Kate and Patrick are both complex people, and answers do not come easily for the unresolved issues in their past. Set against the backdrop of demolition work and a question of sabotage, this gripping story sizzles with passion and danger, but is ultimately about healing and forgiveness-not only for others, but for ourselves as well. Mary Jo Putney will no doubt gain new fans with this book."-The Old Book Barn Gazette  "Ms. Putney is one of the very best authors who excel at historical romances-now she's crafted her first contemporary and fans of both genres will be delighted to learn that her incredible talent for compelling characterization and original premises comes through on every page.  She takes a taboo issue not normally found in a romance and with touching sensitivity, creates a poignant tale about forgiveness and the awesome power of love to heal all wounds.. I could not put it down."-Rendezvous About the AuthorA New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday bestselling author, Mary Jo Putney's novels are known for psychological depth and intensity and include historical and contemporary romance, fantasy, and young adult fantasy.  Winner of numerous writing awards, including two RITAs, three Romantic Times Career Achievement awards, and the Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award from Romance Writers of America, she has had numerous books listed among Library Journal's and Booklist's top romances of the year.

The Burning Point - Circle of Friends, #1

Her exile becomes her destiny Sixteen year old Lady Victoria Mansfield is the cherished youngest child of a lord, and she is destined for a life of wealth and privilege.  But Tory has a shameful secret-a secret so powerful that, if exposed, it could strip her of her position and disgrace her family forever.  Tory's blood is tainted.by magic.  When a shocking accident forces Tory to demonstrate her despised power for all to see, she's immediately exiled to Lackland Abbey, a reform school for aristocratic young men and women who are cursed with magical power.  There she can be cured of her deplorable talents and maybe, if she's lucky, be able to return to society.  But all Tory has known and believed will be challenged at Lackland as she discovers friendship and love with fellow students who call themselves Merlin's Irregulars, and are pledged to defend Britain whatever the cost. Even if that means traveling through time to face the guns of Dunkirk. *Dark Mirror was nominated by YALSA as one of the best YA novels of 2011* "Absolutely riveting.Putney creates a vivid historical fantasy and delivers a page turning read." -RT Book Reviews "I loved it!... Exciting, adventurous, romantic, and delightful!"-NY Times bestselling author Jennifer Ashley *This book includes "Fallen from Grace, " a bonus short story set in the Dark Mirror world* M. J. Putney is the YA alter ego of New York Times bestselling author Mary Jo Putney.   The winner of numerous awards for her romances, M. J. is fond of reading, cats, travel, most of all, great stories!   The Lackland Abbey Chronicles: Dark Mirror  Dark Passage Dark Destiny

Dark Mirror - The Lackland Abbey Chronicles, #1

Bestselling author M. J. Putney's spellbinding new romantic fantasy will sweep you from Wales's mysterious forests to the glittering menace of Georgian London-and into a shattering rendezvous with fate. Heir to an ancient title, Simon Malmain, the Earl of Falconer, is well known among the Guardians, humans with magical powers derived from nature. Well known, but not always well loved .

Stolen Magic - The Guardian Trilogy, #2

**Named one of the year's Top 5 Romances by Library Journal****Romantic Times award for Best Historical Paranormal Romance** Laird of an ancient, powerful Scottish clan, Duncan Macrae is committed to ending the ceaseless strife between Scotland and England. But he also has other, secret powers-those of a Guardian, humans with mystical abilities to control nature's forces and see into the hearts of others. And from the moment he encounters the young and independent English widow Gwyneth Owens, his fiery spirit is irrevocably drawn to claim her as his own-a passion that will not only set his loyalty to his land against his sworn Guardian vows, but will also threaten everything he cherishes most. Though Gwynne's father was a Guardian, she believes that she has inherited only her mother's beauty, not her father's power. Then one kiss from the dangerously alluring Laird of the Macraes ignites a hunger that shakes her to her soul-and reveals visions of a looming catastrophe that threatens England and Scotland both. Only by becoming Duncan's wife, and ultimately betraying the man she loves, can she avert disaster. As destiny and two mighty nations clash, Gwynne and Duncan must push their powers and passions beyond the most forbidden limits if they are to save their love-and secure the future. Praise for A Kiss of Fate:"A marvelous, fast-paced tale... mesmerizing in its emotional breadth, stunning in its backdrop, and spellbinding in its paranormal overtones... Putney sets a new standard for a historical with paranormal overtones." -Romantic Times "Intelligent, compelling characters that appeal to both heart and mind... and a beautifully unfolding love relationship combine to produce a magical tale-Putney puts a unique spin on reality, magic, and love and takes romantic fantasy to a new level." -Library Journal "Love and magic prove to be comfortable bed fellows in this enchanting mid-eighteenth-century romance... a rich, romantic tapestry." -Publishers Weekly "Skillfully entwining fantasy with historical romance, veteran writer Putney presents a multilayered tale that takes its time in creating an authentically detailed world in which the magically gifted work in secrecy."  -Booklist The Guardian Trilogy:A Kiss of Fate, #1Stolen Magic, #2A Distant Magic, #3 About the AuthorA New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday bestselling author, Mary Jo Putney's novels are known for psychological depth and intensity and include historical and contemporary romance, fantasy, and young adult fantasy. Winner of numerous writing awards, including two RITAs, three Romantic Times Career Achievement awards, and the Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award from Romance Writers of America, she has had numerous books listed among Library Journal's and Booklist's top romances of the year.

A Kiss of Fate - The Guardian Trilogy, #1

"The perfect road romance." Discover the acclaimed fourth book in the Fallen Angels historical romance series by New York Times bestselling author Mary Jo Putney! The Rogue... A master spy with the face of a fallen angel and a darkly heroic past, Lord Robert Andreville returns to his ancestral home in Yorkshire after a dozen harrowing years spying against Napoleon. But nothing soothes his ravaged spirit until a determined young beauty sweeps into his life. ...and the RunawayHalf Mohawk and all American, Maxima Collins is a wary stranger in a strange land, but she will let nothing halt her journey to London to learn the truth about her father's sudden death--not even a self-appointed guardian who is all lazy charm and dangerous skill. Together they travel across England, evading pursuers and circling each other in a dance of desire, where truth is elusive and only passion is sure. Then dark secrets shatter their idyll--and only love has the power to heal the past. Books in the Fallen Angels series:Book 1: Thunder & RosesBook 2: Dancing on the WindBook 3: Petals in the StormBook 4: Angel RogueBook 5: Shattered RainbowsBook 6: River of FireBook 7: One Perfect Rose "A sumptuous reading experience by one of today's great romance authors."-Romantic TimesAbout the AuthorA New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday bestselling author, Mary Jo Putney's novels are known for psychological depth and intensity and include historical and contemporary romance, fantasy, and young adult fantasy. Winner of numerous writing awards, including two RITAs, three Romantic Times Career Achievement awards, and the Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award from Romance Writers of America, she has had numerous books listed among Library Journal's and Booklist's top romances of the year.

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