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Bertrice Small

    December 9, 1937 – February 24, 2015

    Bertrice Small was a prolific author of over 50 novels, often delving into the realms of historical romance and fantasy. Her extensive body of work, which graced numerous bestseller lists, earned her accolades for her lasting contributions to the genre. Small possessed a gift for crafting compelling narratives that resonated with a wide audience, securing her place among the significant voices in romance literature.

    Bertrice Small
    The Captive Heart
    A Love for All Time
    Lost Love Found
    Wild Jasmine
    Skye O'Malley
    Love Wild and Fair
    • Love Wild and Fair

      • 480 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      A Love For All Time She is Catriona, Countess of Glenkirk, the dazzling green-eyed beauty whose silken sensuality fires the passion of men's very souls -- making her a pawn in a dangerous game of royal intrigue. wife to a count, unwilling mistress to the king, she has the undying live of the most courageous lord in all of scotland. . . He is Francis, Earl of Bothwell, who defies his king to possess the woman he loves. Theirs is a romance in the grand tradition of bestselling author Beatrice Small -- and epic tale of love and betrayal that sweeps from the snowy Scottish highlands through the glittering palaces of Europe and exotic pleasures domes of Constantinople to find its magnificent conclusion inthe exquisite fulfillment of love's most passionate desires.

      Love Wild and Fair
      4.5
    • Skye O'Malley

      • 496 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      The story features a captivating heroine whose beauty and legend set her apart. As she navigates her extraordinary journey, readers are drawn into a world filled with rich characters and intricate plots, showcasing the signature storytelling style of Bertrice Small. The narrative promises to blend romance and adventure, inviting readers to explore themes of strength and resilience through the protagonist's experiences.

      Skye O'Malley
      4.4
    • Wild Jasmine

      • 544 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      From the palaces of pashas in seventeenth-century India to the scandalous court of James Stuart of England, one woman struggles against fate to find true love . . . Princess Yasaman has been blessed with rapturous beauty, fierce intelligence, and an innocent sensuality that captivates two formidable men—her scheming half-brother, Salim, and her loving husband, Prince Jamal. But her days of bliss and nights of steamy passion are shattered when Jamal is murdered, and Yasaman flees to England and the court of James I. Calling herself Jasmine, she is reunited with her beautiful mother, Velvet, and her grandmother, the legendary Skye O'Malley de Marisco. Before long, Jasmine is caught up in the tangled intrigues of the court of the Stuart king, James I, where she is admired by the most powerful men in England: Rowan Lindley, Marquess of Westleigh, her good-natured second husband; the Earl of Glenkirk, who tempts her with forbidden passion; and hot-blooded Henry Stuart, prince of England. It is here that she truly becomes Wild Jasmine, a woman who lives and loves with fierce abandon and who surrenders to the deepest pleasures of love. . . .

      Wild Jasmine
      4.3
    • “Bertrice Small creates cover-to-cover passion, a keen sense of history and suspense.”—Publishers Weekly Valentina had been admired, married, widowed, yet had never known love . . . Not even at the illustrious court of Queen Elizabeth, where her innocent, violet-eyed beauty fired the hearts of England's most gallant gentry, especially the roguish Earl of Kempe and the irrepressible Lord Padraic Burke. But her innocence shattered when a deathbed confession revealed that her true father might not have been Lord Bliss but the lustful Sultan Murad of Istanbul. Determined to find the truth, Valentina sets sail for the East, a voyage of unsurpassed danger . . . and sensual discovery. Lavish, sexy, magnificent—Bertrice Small's Lost Love Found is a fitting tribute to the unforgettable heroine who rivals her famous aunt, Skye O'Malley, in grace, grandeur, and sensual daring.

      Lost Love Found
      4.3
    • A Love for All Time

      • 530 pages
      • 19 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of 16th century Europe, this historical epic follows Conn, Skye O'Malley's brother, as he navigates a world filled with royal intrigue and deception. The story centers on the passionate yet tumultuous romance between two lovers torn apart by the machinations of the time. Bertrice Small weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and resilience, highlighting the challenges faced by those who dare to follow their hearts amidst the complexities of court politics and societal expectations.

      A Love for All Time
      4.3
    • The Captive Heart

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      From a "New York Times"-bestselling author comes the third passionate romance in the Border Chronicles series--the tale of a young woman and the rugged laird who holds her heart captive.

      The Captive Heart
      4.2
    • The Shadow Queen

      • 602 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      After Magnus Hauk dies while the prince is too young to rule, Lara accepts Magnus' dying wish that she take power, but there are many who oppose a woman ruler, including old enemies who reignite their schemes for power and revenge.

      The Shadow Queen
      4.2
    • Blaze Wyndham

      • 354 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of Henry Tudor's opulent sixteenth-century court, this love story follows an innocent country girl who captivates the most powerful man in England. The narrative weaves together sensuality, drama, and thrilling intrigues, highlighting the complexities of love and ambition in a tumultuous historical period. With rich character development and a vivid portrayal of court life, the story promises to immerse readers in a world of romance and political machinations.

      Blaze Wyndham
      4.1
    • The Last Heiress

      • 480 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      The reigning queen of romance ("The Literary Times") concludes her acclaimed saga of Rosamund Bolton and her daughters with this tale of passion, intrigue, and seduction set against the glorious backdrop of King Henry VIIIs court.

      The Last Heiress
      4.1
    • A Distant Tomorrow

      • 602 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      From one of the original masters of romance, "New York Times"-bestselling author Small invites readers back to the magical, sensual world of Hetar. Reissue.

      A Distant Tomorrow
      4.1
    • World of Hetar - 6: Crown of Destiny

      • 376 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      A hundred years have passed since the Faerie woman Lara last saved the world of Hetar from the darkness. Her youth and her beauty remain as always. The passing years, however, have taken many of her friends and kin. Her influence has waned. Those who remember her heroism in times of peril are few. Even her great-grandson, Cadarn, Dominus of Terah, denies her strong magic.And all the while Lara's son, the charming but nefarious Twilight Lord, Kolgrim, waits patiently for his moment. But Kolgrim will not make his father's mistakes by waging war. His way is more subtle, and sinister. Despite Lara's formidable powers she fears there is little to be done. Yet before all is lost she will fulfill the long-ago prophecy of her daughter Anoush to unite the world of Hetar.And as the darkness falls Lara finds that more than ever she needs the wisdom, the love and the support of the great Shadow Prince, Kaliq. While her youngest daughter, Marzina, will prove to all that she is more than just her mother's daughter. In her greatest trial yet, Lara and Kaliq will finally meet her long foretold destiny together.

      World of Hetar - 6: Crown of Destiny
      4.1
    • Headstrong and beautiful Lady India Lindley boards a ship bound for Italy, but when the vessel is taken captive by Ottoman pirates, she becomes a slave to Caynan Reis, ruler of the Barbary state of El Sinut. Original.

      Bedazzled
      4.1
    • Besieged

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Set in 1630s Ireland, the narrative unfolds against a backdrop of political turmoil and cultural change. The story follows characters navigating personal and societal conflicts, exploring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for identity amidst the chaos of their time. Rich in historical detail, it delves into the complexities of life during a period marked by strife and transformation, offering a vivid portrayal of the era's challenges and the resilience of the human spirit.

      Besieged
      4.1
    • Darling Jasmine

      • 468 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      A determined mother, Jasmine escapes England to avoid a second forced marriage, this time to the Earl of Glenkirk, as ordered by King James. Along with her children, she also takes the king's grandson, born of her affair with Prince Henry Stuart. This bold decision sets the stage for a tale of defiance against royal demands and the pursuit of freedom.

      Darling Jasmine
      4.1
    • The Twilight Lord

      • 570 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      Lara, Domina of Terah, has mysteriously disappeared while visiting the New Outlands. The Dominus is frantic to find his beloved wife, but when no trace of her can be discovered, Magnus Hauk turns to two strong allies - Prince Kaliq of the Shadows and his mother-in-law, Ilona, the most powerful of the faerie queens.

      The Twilight Lord
      4.1
    • The Sorceress of Belmair

      • 600 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      When Belmair's magical guardian forces her to marry Dillon, the son of the Domina of Hetar, Cinnia, a sorceress, finds the union allows her to use her magical gift to uncover the truth surrounding the disappearance of young women.

      The Sorceress of Belmair
      4.1
    • Philippa

      • 386 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of King Henry's sixteenth-century court, this novel explores the life of a beloved character's daughter, weaving together themes of sensuality, drama, and intrigue. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into the complexities of court life, filled with political maneuvering and personal challenges, showcasing the rich tapestry of the era through the lens of familial legacy and ambition.

      Philippa
      4.0
    • Intrigued

      • 508 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      Set during the tumultuous years of 1650 to 1655, the narrative unfolds across France and England, capturing the political and social upheaval of the period. The story intertwines the lives of characters caught in the struggle for power, exploring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for identity amidst the backdrop of war and revolution. Rich historical detail immerses readers in the era's complexities, highlighting the personal and societal conflicts that shaped the lives of those involved in the shifting tides of history.

      Intrigued
      4.1
    • Beloved

      • 480 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      The daughter of a powerful desert cheiftain, beautiful raven-haired Zenobia, a descendent of Cleopatra, witnesses at an early age the shocking brutality of renegade Roman soldiers and vows to hate all of the blue-eyed strangers forever. Despite that pledge, she falls hopelessly and passionately in love with Marcus Alexander Britanus, a Roman. And it will take all her cunning and skill in war to keep the precious erotic rapture she can find only in his arms....

      Beloved
      4.1
    • The Border Lord's Bride

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      The Border Chronicles, continues with this tale of a woman rescued, a man enraptured, and a love unanticipated by fate....Duncan Armstrong, laird of Duffdour, has sworn not to wed unless it is to a lass he truly loves. But when he needs a favor from King James, Duncan never expects what he's forced to pay in return: the taking of a bride neither loves nor desires.When Highland heiress Ellen MacArthur's marriage plans are thwarted by a murder attempt, she has no choice but to beg the king for help. The cost for her urgent plea: to surrender her heritage and become a lord's bride.The price to be paid by two strangers thrown together by fate is higher than they can imagine. And more dangerous than the passion--and betrayal--that could consume them.

      The Border Lord's Bride
      4.0
    • Deceived

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Set in 1760 on the idyllic island of St. Thomas, the story follows Aurora and her sister Cally as they confront the arrival of Valerian, the Duke of Farminster. Bound by a marriage contract to the true heiress, Aurora is determined to resist the duke's charms and remain in her beloved home, rejecting the notion of a life in dreary England. The narrative explores themes of love, autonomy, and the clash between duty and desire as Aurora grapples with her fate.

      Deceived
      3.9
    • The Innocent

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      To open up a novel by Bertrice Small is to surrender to the deepest longings of the heart. In her sensational bestsellers, she sweeps us to the far corners of the globe and into the most sensual places of desire. In The Innocent, she takes us to the wild Welsh borderlands of England, where a young beauty ready to embrace her religious vows becomes the pawn of desperate men. . . .Deceptively fragile-looking, Eleanore of Ashlin had promised her life to God . . . until fate intervened. With her brother's untimely death, Eleanore—known as Elf to those who love her—becomes the heiress of an estate vital to England's defenses. She is ordered by royal command to wed one of the king's knights rather than take her final vows. With resistant heart, but ever obedient to King Stephen's will, she complies.Ranulf de Glandeville is all too aware that his innocent bride wants no man; yet his patience, gentle hand, and growing love for his spirited young wife soon awaken Eleanore to passions she never knew, or desired . . . until now.But their love is not secure from the wicked schemes of an evil woman who hates Eleanore with all her black heart—and she will seek to destroy the innocent in a depraved plot that will put Eleanore's life in jeopardy and her faith in love to its greatest test. . . .

      The Innocent
      3.9
    • Signet Eclipse: Private Pleasures

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      When her husband leaves her for a younger woman, devoted housewife Nora Buckley finds solace in the company of her friends, the women of Ansley Court, who introduce her to The Channel, which allows every woman to live out their most intimate and sensuous fantasies. Reprint.

      Signet Eclipse: Private Pleasures
      3.8
    • Private Pleasures

      • 302 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set in a secretive interactive cable network exclusively for women, this narrative delves into a unique space where select women receive invitations to explore their deepest, most intimate fantasies. The Channel serves as a platform for empowerment and discovery, allowing participants to embrace and fulfill their desires in a safe and exclusive environment.

      Private Pleasures
      3.8
    • Lucianna

      • 368 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Set in Florence, this historical romance unfolds the lives of the Silk Merchant's Daughters, weaving a tale rich in love, ambition, and the complexities of family ties. The narrative explores the challenges they face in a vibrant yet tumultuous era, highlighting themes of resilience and passion. With intricate character development and a vivid backdrop, it captures the essence of a world steeped in trade and culture, while delving into the personal journeys of the sisters as they navigate their destinies.

      Lucianna
      3.6
    • Forbidden Pleasures

      • 300 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set within a clandestine interactive cable network designed exclusively for women, the narrative explores the allure of fulfilling intimate fantasies through special invitations. The Channel offers a unique space where desires can be openly explored, revealing the complexities of women's hidden aspirations and the lengths they might go to achieve them.

      Forbidden Pleasures
      3.6
    • A new anthology of erotic, sensuous historical romance tales presents four original tales, including "Mastering Lady Lucinda" by Bertrice Small, Susan Johnson's "Risking It All," "The Pleasure Game" by Thea Devine, and "A Man and a Woman" by Robin Schone.

      Fascinated
      3.3
    • The Dragon Lord's Daughters

      • 436 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Set in a world steeped in Arthurian legend, the story follows the three beautiful and determined daughters of Merin Pendragon. Each sister possesses a vibrant spirit and a yearning for love, seeking strong and devoted husbands to stand by them. As they navigate their desires and ambitions, the narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, and the quest for companionship amidst their noble lineage.

      The Dragon Lord's Daughters
    • Guilty Pleasures

      • 268 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Set in a secretive interactive cable network designed exclusively for women, the story explores the lives of those invited to indulge in their deepest fantasies. This unique platform offers a safe space for women to confront and embrace their desires, pushing boundaries and exploring intimacy in ways they never imagined. The narrative delves into themes of empowerment, self-discovery, and the complexities of female sexuality.

      Guilty Pleasures
    • Dangerous Pleasures

      • 292 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set in a secretive interactive cable network designed exclusively for women, the story invites select participants to delve into their deepest, most intimate fantasies. This unique platform allows women to explore their desires without judgment, creating a captivating environment where personal exploration and empowerment thrive.

      Dangerous Pleasures
    • Passionate Pleasures

      • 268 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Set within a secretive interactive cable network designed exclusively for women, the story invites select individuals to delve into their deepest, most intimate fantasies. The Channel offers a unique platform for exploration, catering to a diverse range of desires and aspirations, creating a captivating narrative about empowerment and self-discovery.

      Passionate Pleasures
    • Sudden Plesures

      • 302 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set in a clandestine interactive cable network designed exclusively for women, the story delves into the lives of those invited to explore their deepest fantasies. The Channel offers a unique platform where desires can be freely expressed and experienced, highlighting themes of empowerment and intimacy. As characters navigate their personal journeys, the narrative uncovers the complexities of female sexuality and the allure of hidden desires.

      Sudden Plesures
    • Pokračování osudů Skye O'Malleyové, odvážné krasavice s havraními vlasy a smaragdovýma očima. Skye se stává pěšcem v neúprosné válce mezi anglickou královnou Alžbětou a skotskou královnou Marií. Sama bez pomoci bojuje za své děti. Na příkaz Alžbětin se vdává za krutého Duc de Beaumont de Jaspre. Avšak dovídá se z Alžíru, že její předchozí muž snad ještě žije. Odvážný útěk ji vede k touze jejího srdce. Skye je ženou stvořenou k tomu, aby byla milována ale příliš hrdou na to, aby se řídila čímkoli jiným než hlasem své vášnivé duše.

      Všechny sladké zítřky
      4.3
    • Als jij er niet was

      • 382 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Engeland, 453 na Christus Cailin is nog jong als zij door de wraak van een jaloers familielid hear hele familie verliest. Haar huis wordt verwoest en het land wordt in beslag genomen; Cailin is gedwongen hulp te zoeken bij de Keltische familie van haar trotse moeder. Door de Romeinse afkomst van haar vader is Cailin niet echt welkom bij de Keltische stam. Bovendien is zij mooi, koppig en opstandig, en drijft ze met haar gedrag haar oude grootvader en zijn sensuele jongere vrouw Brigit tot razernij. Om van Cailin af te komen bedenkt de jaloerse Brigit een verderfelijk plan: haar echtgenoot zal het maagdelijke meisje aan Wulf Ironfist schenken, een woeste Saks die bekend staat om zijn enorme kracht. Cailin is woedend op haar grootvader, maar na haar aanvankelijke tegenzin gaat voor haar een wereld open. Wulf blijkt niet alleen een machtig strijder te zijn, maar hij is ook ervaren op het gebied van de liefde: in zijn armen vindt Cailin onvoorstelbaar genot. Met Wulf aan haar zijde herovert zij uiteindelijk het land dat haar ontstolen werd. Maar helaas is hun geluk van korte duur: Cailin wordt ontvoerd en als slavin naar de decadente stad Byzantium gebracht.

      Als jij er niet was
      3.5
    • Человеческая жизнь - миг в безбрежном море вечности. Но душа человека бессмертна, она хранит память о любви к другой душе, проносит ее через века. Эта красивая сказка начинается в Уэльсе в одиннадцатом веке, но память Уинн из Гарнока и принца Мейдока возвращает их во времена более давние.

      Ворон
      3.4
    • Ontembaar als de storm

      • 366 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Aan het begin van de 12e eeuw wordt een edelman door de Engelse koning aangesteld als leenman van een klein gebied onder voorwaarde dat hij met de jonge erfgename zal trouwen.

      Ontembaar als de storm
      3.2
    • La nuit des fées

      • 616 pages
      • 22 hours of reading

      Fille d'une fée et d'un pauvre mercenaire, Lara a grandi avec son père dans la capitale d'Hétar, un monde fait de forêts enchantées et de déserts immenses. A la veille de ses seize ans, persuadée qu'un destin hors du commun l'attend dès qu'elle aura échappé à sa triste condition, Lara accepte d'être vendue comme esclave à l'une des luxueuses maisons de plaisir d'Hétar. Mais par un étrange caprice du hasard, au lendemain de la vente, elle se retrouve dans une caravane d'esclaves, emportée malgré elle vers des terres inconnues... Blottie parmi ses compagnes d'infortune, Lara serre contre son cœur le talisman sacré qu'elle a hérité de sa mère et se prend à rêver. Qui sera son premier amant ? Qui l'initiera aux secrets du plaisir ? Un riche marchand ? Un prince du désert à la beauté légendaire ? Elle sait - les fées le lui ont dit - que la route qui mène au véritable amour est longue et semée d'embûches. Elle est loin de se douter, en revanche, qu'au bout de la nuit une première épreuve l'attend, et que pour affronter les seigneurs de la Forêt, rendus fous par sa trop grande beauté, elle ne pourra compter que sur elle-même.

      La nuit des fées
      3.5
    • Сама невинность

      • 350 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Прелестная Элинор Эшлин готовилась стать монахиней, но по воле короля ей пришлось принести у алтаря не обет послушания, а клятву верности. Отныне благородному рыцарю Ранульфу де Гланвилю, молодому супругу нежной Элинор, предстоит не только защищать ее от коварных врагов, но и дарить ей волшебный мир волнующей, страстной любви.

      Сама невинность
    • Zauberin der Zärtlichkeit.

      • 507 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      Zauberin der Zärtlichkeit - bk615; Heyne Verlag; Bertrice Small; pocket_book; 1996

      Zauberin der Zärtlichkeit.
    • Прелестная Элинор Эшлин готовилась стать монахиней, но по воле короля ей пришлось принести у алтаря не обет послушания, а клятву верности. Отныне благородному рыцарю Ранульфу де Гланвилю, молодому супругу нежной Элинор, предстоит не только защищать ее от коварных врагов, но и дарить ей волшебный мир волнующей, страстной любви.

      Сама невинность. Sama nevinnost'
    • Радуга завтрашнего дня

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Молодой Патрик не желал связывать себя брачными узами - и союз со знатной шотландкой был подобен для него смертной казни.... Красавица Фланна презирала мужчин вообще. Кто мог поверить, что эти двое самой судьбой предназначены для великой любви!

      Радуга завтрашнего дня
    • Ослепленные страстью

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      • 379 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Содерж.: Укрощение леди Люсинды / Б. Смолл. Рискуя всем / С. Джонсон. Игра наслаждения / Т. Дивайн. Мужчина и женщина / Р. Шоун

      Ослепленные страстью