Part 33 (2/2)

Silence reigned and she savored the warmth of his arms about her. At one time, a wealthy gentleman had seemed enough. Now, she wished she could ask for a not-wealthy prince. One like this, who carried her so gently and whose eyes gleamed with humor beneath the fall of his black hair. But it was not to be.

She bit back a strong desire to explain things to him, to tell him exactly why she needed to marry a wealthy man, but she knew it wouldn't make any difference. As he'd said, he was who he was, and she was who she was. There was no way for either of them to change things, even if they wished to, so it would be better for them both if they accepted those facts and continued on.

For now, though, she had these few moments. With that thought in mind, she sighed and rested her head against his broad shoulder. This will have to be enough.

Michael Cairns.

KAREN HAWKINS is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of many wickedly funny historical romance novels set in Regency Scotland, including the wildly popular MacLean Curse series, the enchanting Hurst Amulet series, and The d.u.c.h.ess Diaries. In addition, Karen is the author of two sa.s.sy contemporary romances set in the little town of Glory, North Carolina. Join her at /AuthorKarenHawkins to see pictures of Karen chasing a box of donuts; for information on her favorite crush/actor, the incomparable Hugh Jackman; and to enter ridiculously easy contests to win free books and other fabulous prizes! And be sure to also visit Karen's website at .

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The d.u.c.h.ess Diaries Series How to Capture a Countess.

How to Pursue a Princess The Hurst Amulet Series One Night in Scotland Scandal in Scotland.

A Most Dangerous Profession The Taming of a Scottish Princess The MacLean Curse Series How to Abduct a Highland Lord To Scotland, With Love.

To Catch a Highlander.

Sleepless in Scotland The Laird Who Loved Me Contemporary Romance.

Talk of the Town Lois Lane Tells All Other Much Ado About Marriage.

Princess in Disguise Available from Pocket Books.

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