Bedding The Heiress

Justin Maddox is the new Duke of Colster. A blacksmith by trade, raised in the Scottish highlands, his life took a new turn when it was discovered that he was the twin brother of Phillip, Duke of Colster. Justin was the elder of the two thus the title belonged to him. Not only does he have to adjust to his new situation, he has in his possession the Sword of the MacKenna, which the British and the Scottish want. Francesca Dunroy wants to retrieve her necklace. She lost it while fighting off the advances of one disreputable rake. Unfortunately, she finds herself with Justin and they share a passionate kiss. Circumstances force them to wed.

Justin’s life has been turned upside down by his new rank. He wasn’t raised to be a duke and finds it a challenging role. He has torn loyalties between the Scottish and the English. Justin is a wonderfully drawn character. Readers will totally fall in love with him. Francesca’s character matures as the story progresses. She evolves from a girl to a young woman. Her life has not been easy especially with the quick remarriage of her father after her mother’s death. Justin and Francesca’s relationship begins on a physical level first and then they start to get to know each other. They slowly come to respect and love each other. Of course, this wouldn’t be a romance without some bumps in the road but Ms. Maxwell deftly deals with them.

BEDDING THE HEIRESS is the sequel to IN THE BED OF THE DUKE which features Phillip’s story. This is a wonderful romance as we watch Justin and Francesca’s relationship evolve into something special. It is nicely paced story with two likable leads that will win the hearts of romance lovers!

March 2007