Reding bietet Lesern fesselnde Erzählungen, die historische und zeitgenössische Schauplätze umspannen. Ihr unverwechselbarer Stil bereichert das Leseerlebnis, und ihre Erzählkunst hat internationale Anerkennung gefunden. Der Ansatz der Autorin zum Schreiben ist persönlich, und ihre Werke wurden weltweit in zahlreiche Sprachen übersetzt. Reding pflegt eine Verbindung zu ihrem Publikum, was ihre Hingabe an die Erzählkunst widerspiegelt.
Im Schottland des Jahres 1820 glaubt der Viscount von Dunevin, ein Fluch laste auf ihm, weshalb er Beziehungen meidet. Als die geheimnisvolle Nell Harte als Gouvernante für seine Tochter auftaucht, muss er ein großes Geheimnis bewahren, selbst wenn es bedeutet, die Frau zurückzuweisen, die er liebt.
The story follows Robert Edenhall, a once carefree duke who retreats to a secluded Scottish castle after a devastating tragedy. Expecting a life of solitude, his world shifts when he encounters a mysterious young woman trespassing in his home. This unexpected meeting sets the stage for intrigue and potential change in his isolated existence.
A mysterious stone holds immense power and responsibility, compelling the protagonist to embark on a perilous journey. Throughout the narrative, themes of duty, sacrifice, and the quest for redemption unfold as they navigate challenges and confront adversaries. The quest not only tests their courage but also reveals deep truths about themselves and the world around them. As the stakes rise, the character must confront their fears and make choices that will determine their fate and that of others.
The story follows Lady Grace Ledys, a young and innocent woman who must enter an arranged marriage to secure her family's financial stability. Her fiancé, Christian Wycliffe, is the attractive heir to the Duke of Westover, but their union is purely transactional. Despite her reservations, Grace finds herself dreaming of a fairytale life filled with romance, glittering ballrooms, and a happily ever after, as she navigates the complexities of her new reality.
Lady Augusta Brierley defies societal expectations by embracing a life of independence, rejecting the norms of the London elite. She engages in pursuits considered taboo for women, such as studying the stars, and prioritizes her own desires over public opinion. This bold stance sets her apart in a world that seeks to confine women to traditional roles.
Eleanor Wycliffe seeks refuge from a devastating truth by abandoning her life as a wealthy heiress in London. She discovers an advertisement for a governess and chooses to find solace on a secluded Scottish island, rumored to be under a curse due to its enigmatic laird. As she navigates her new role and the island's mysteries, Eleanor confronts her past and the challenges of her new existence.
Jaclyn Reding's first steamy novel in the Highland Heroes series brought us "a hero who is a heartbreaker-ruthless, dangerous, and so sexy you'll want him for yourself" (Catherine Coulter). Now the series continues with a young American woman out to find her mysterious heritage in the Scottish Isles-and the handsome earl who stands in her way...
