Bedding the Enemy

The McJames clan's nemesis battles to overcome deceit while surrendering to desire in a sweeping Scottish romance from the author of In the Warrior's Bed.Laird Keir McQuade is a newcomer to his title and has much work before him to restore the McQuade honor. Finding a wife is an excellent start. He's duty-bound to go to court and swear homage to his king anyway, a perfect opportunity-were not court women trussed in stupid fashions and corrupted with false mannerisms. Of course, not every lady hides behind a powdered face . . .Helena Knyvett may be a daughter of the aristocracy, but in truth she is little but a pawn in her brother's ploys for power. Her smallest acts of defiance carry a heavy price. But one honorable man among a crowd of dandies could give her all she needs to change her fortunes-and set her free . . .Among the ruthless ambitions of England's powerful, love at first sight is a dangerous game. But the treachery, scandal, and treason that follow can unleash as much passion as it does adventure . . .Praise for Mary Wine and her novels"e;Deeply romantic, scintillating, and absolutely delicious."e; -Sylvia Day, New York Times bestsellingauthor"e;My kind of historical! . . . sweeps you into the time period without taking a thing away from delightful characters and a charming romance . . . definitely a must-read."e; -Heather Graham, New York Times bestselling author"e;Dramatic and vivid . . . Scorching love scenes threaten to set the sheets aflame."e; -Publishers Weekly (starred review)