From Publishers Weekly
With medieval Anglo-Scottish conflict as a backdrop, Lamb's ( Border Bride ) latest romance provides a detailed look at 14th-century English domestic life, with a dose of political history thrown in. At the behest of her dying twin, Clare, Johanna Benison masquerades as Clare, taking care of her Yorkshire estate and young son for seven years when Clare's supposedly dead husband, the Scottish Chieftain Drummond Macqueen, suddenly materializes, elephant in tow, to reclaim his wife and child. Long imprisoned by the King of England, Drummond has no idea his wife is dead and Johanna fears that if he discovers her ruse, he will take her cherished nephew away from her. Such a discovery is bound to occur as soon as Drummond sleeps with his supposed wife because, unlike Clare, Johanna is a virgin. The obvious solution is to find excuses to reject his amorous advances, but Johanna has another problem--she finds Drummond, who frequently struts about shirtless in skintight hose, irresistably attractive. Given this set-up, the story's central conflicts are rather predictable, but some engaging minor charcters, from Drummond's cryptic Welsh elephant keeper, to Johanna's flamboyant feminist friend Glory, to the elephant himself (whose presence in medieval England is taken very much in stride), liven things up nicely. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Review
Romantic Times Powerful, emotionally intense, sexually charged, Chieftan typifies Arnete Lamb's storytelling talents.
Book Description
A MAN'S YEARNING FOR FREEDOM After seven years in the Tower of London, the infamous Highland Chieftain Drummond Macqueen saw his prison door swing open. He swore to seek revenge on the faithless bride who had betrayed him. Yet the wife he encountered seemed like a stranger -- defiant, lovely, and inexplicably changed. A WOMAN'S DESPERATE GAMBLE At the death of her twin sister, Johanna Benison had begun a journey of no return. Now, the unexpected arrival of Drummond, the domineering Chieftain she'd believed executed long ago, threatened her precious independence. But soon her fear gave way to a soul-deep longing for the lover who stormed her castle and claimed her heart. A PASSION NEITHER COULD DENY Through harmonious days and impassioned nights, Johanna and Drummond reveled in their happiness...until the vengeful King Edward II delivered an unholy ultimatum. Obeisance to his royal command could engender only disaster, setting a shattering price on a woman's honor and the future of their love...
About the Author
Arnette Lamb's signature style -- fast-paced, witty, and deeply sensual -- has won her raves from critics, booksellers, and readers. Her wonderfully unique romances have all been bestsellers: from her sizzling, infamous Pocket Books debut with Highland Rogue; to her magnificent Maiden of Inverness; to "Hark! The Herald", a sparkling romance in the heartwarming collection titled A Holiday of Love, which put her on the New York Times bestseller list. In response to the huge fan acclaim for Highland Rogue, Arnette Lamb brings us the enthralling trilogy, featuring Lachlan MacKenzie's daughters, that began with Betrayed, and continues with Beguiled, and now concludes with True Heart. Now a Houston suburbanite, Arnette lives in Kingwood with her husband, Ron. She loves to hear from readers; you can write to her at P.O. Box 6083, Kingwood, TX 77325.
Chieftain ANNOTATION
From the bestselling author of Border Bride, a rich, romantic tale set in medieval Scotland. Chieftain is the story of infamous Highland Chieftain Drummon MacQueen, who--after spending seven years in the Tower of London--seeks revenge on the bride who betrayed him . . . only to find her a changed woman. Original.
FROM THE PUBLISHER
From the bestselling author of Border Bride, a rich, romantic tale set in medieval Scotland. Chieftain is the story of infamous Highland Chieftain Drummon MacQueen, who--after spending seven years in the Tower of London--seeks revenge on the bride who betrayed him . . . only to find her a changed woman.
FROM THE CRITICS
Publishers Weekly
With medieval Anglo-Scottish conflict as a backdrop, Lamb's ( Border Bride ) latest romance provides a detailed look at 14th-century English domestic life, with a dose of political history thrown in. At the behest of her dying twin, Clare, Johanna Benison masquerades as Clare, taking care of her Yorkshire estate and young son for seven years when Clare's supposedly dead husband, the Scottish Chieftain Drummond Macqueen, suddenly materializes, elephant in tow, to reclaim his wife and child. Long imprisoned by the King of England, Drummond has no idea his wife is dead and Johanna fears that if he discovers her ruse, he will take her cherished nephew away from her. Such a discovery is bound to occur as soon as Drummond sleeps with his supposed wife because, unlike Clare, Johanna is a virgin. The obvious solution is to find excuses to reject his amorous advances, but Johanna has another problem--she finds Drummond, who frequently struts about shirtless in skintight hose, irresistably attractive. Given this set-up, the story's central conflicts are rather predictable, but some engaging minor charcters, from Drummond's cryptic Welsh elephant keeper, to Johanna's flamboyant feminist friend Glory, to the elephant himself (whose presence in medieval England is taken very much in stride), liven things up nicely. (Apr.)
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