The second installment of the Madaris Family Saga introduces tall, dark, sexy Dex Madaris and his e-wife Caitlin. Unable to accept his daughter's marriage to Dex who is 11 years her senior, Caitlin's father forces her to choose between her love for her husband and her love for her father.
A LITTLE DARE
by Brenda Jackson
Harlequin 192 pages
September 3, 2003
ISBN 0373765339
When Shelly Brockman walked into his office, Sheriff Dare Westmoreland could almost taste the sweet, steamy passion they'd once shared. Then Shelly informed him he was the father of her son, the unruly preteen he'd arrested that day, and his fantasies turned to fury!
Shelly had returned to her hometown in Georgia to save her son from the mean streets of Los Angeles. Getting to know his father would be good for her son. But would being so close to Dare — the only man to make her pulse race — reopen a wounded heart that had never healed? Or, would this be her final chance to win Dare's love?
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Perfect Fit
by Brenda Jackson
Kensington Publishing Corp.
May 2003 293 pages
ISBN 1575669226
Sage Dunbar is at the top of her marketing career and is engaged to her college sweetheart, she is living the life most women dream about. But what a difference a day makes. In one foul swoop her world is shattered when her fiancée' depletes her bank accounts and turns her dream into a nightmare.
Gabreil Blackwell is handsome, single and successful. As co-owner of a top architectural firm he is a hot commodity in and out of the boardroom. Gabe wants to find a good woman and settle down, but that woman must meet one specific requirement, she must not bring any relationship baggage. Gabe's past dating experiences have left him cautious about sharing his heart.
A special construction project brings Sage and Gabe together and sparks are flying almost at their first glance. But neither is ready to trust again so they try to avoid each other. But passion is a very strong emotion and like magnets it makes it almost impossible to stay apart.
PERFECT FIT is a wonderful read about learning to trust again with your head and your heart, and as with Ms. Jackson's other works her characters are delightfully human. So if a warm, endearing story is what you want I recommend you try this one on for size.
Review -Amazon.com
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PERFECT TIMING
Brenda Jackson
Mya Rivers and Maxie Chandler have been friends since they were little girls in Savannah. Mya's decision not to attend Howard University with Maxie severely affects their friendship. Ten years later, a class reunion cruise brings them together. The class outcast, Christopher Chandler, is also attending the reunion. Since he left Savannah, he has become a handsome, educated, and successful business owner. Christopher and Maxie have the same last name, which causes an error to be made in their reservations and they are assigned the same cabin. During the seven-day cruise, Maxie and Christopher finally discuss their feelings. They discover that they have always been attracted to one another. After the cruise, Mya and her childhood-sweetheart husband, Garrett, begin experiencing a strain in their marriage. This class reunion could not have come at a more prefect time for Mya and Maxie. Just when each of them is struggling with emotionally difficult situations, they rekindle their friendship, and the result is a warm reading experience.
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SURRENDER
Brenda Jackson
Marine Colonel Ashton Sinclair was first introduced in FIRE and DESIRE.
Readers have asked for his story and Ms. Jackson brings it to you in SURRENDER, a special love story. Colonel Sinclair knows exactly
what he wants-Netherland Broom for his wife. The stubborn businesswoman has other ideas and she's vowed never to waste time on a man in the military. To her surprise, she quickly finds herself in Ashton's bed, fighting her body's growing response to his seductive charm.
Throughout the story, members of the Madrais family filter
in and out, adding fuel to the burning fires of romance. An extra spark of
interest is generated as several secondary characters travel the rocky
journey to romance. When danger strikes friends and family pool their
talents to diffuse a tense situation and Ashton and Nettie learn an enduring
lesson about what's really important. Once again Brenda Jackson spins a
winning tale filled with memorable characters, sizzling passion and
unforgettable romance. Ashton Sinclair is a man to fill any woman's fantasy
while Nettie Broom is the quintessential modern woman. Together, they
create a special magic you won't want to miss.
One of the things I love about Ms. Jackson's romances is the opportunity to keep in touch with characters I've come to love. You'll meet Trent and Brenna again and visit those charming, sexy Madaris brothers. Check in on Christy Madaris and Alexander Maxwell and find out about Trevor and Corinthian's new offspring.
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TRUE LOVE
Brenda Jackson
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When Shayla Kirkland is hired at Chenault Electronics, she has only one thing in mind-revenge. She plans to use her new position to destroy the company and avenge the unjust dismissal of her mother. Handsome CEO Nicholas Chenault sparks Shayla's passion and quickly claims her heart. While Shayla fights her most irresistible desires, Nick must fight his own demons and learn to trust the woman who has captured his love.
Brenda Jackson does a masterful job of weaving a trio of loves stories together, uncovering a buried family secret and revisiting beloved friends and family from her previous novels. TRUE LOVE is a special love story with a strong, intelligent heroine and mesmerizing hero. Once again, Ms. Jackson pulls surprise after surprise out of her hat to captivate her readers. TRUE LOVE is first rate. You don't want to miss it!
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The PLAYA'S HANDBOOK
Brenda Jackson
St. Martin's Press 304 pages
November 2, 2004
ISBN 0312331789
Nationally renowned relationship expert Lance Montgomery bursts on the scene with his tantalizing new book The Playa's Handbook. The twice divorced author causes a stir with his "rules" which include "Playas "have sex"; they don't "make love" and "A woman can't use you if you use her first."
Friends Samuel Gunn and Phillip McKenna, both divorced, and recent widower Marcus Lowery take Lance's advice to heart. When they decide to put the rules to the test, they end up on one of the wildest rides of their lives.
The author develops a clever story with interesting, believeable characters and surprise twists designed to portray the irrestible lure of true love. It's a fun ride.
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MEET AUTHOR
Gwynne Forster
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Gwynne Forster is an award-winning, best-selling author of ethnic (African-American)and non-ethnic, single title long contemporary novels and novellas. Her 1999-2000 releases include SWEPT AWAY, AGAINST THE WIND,FOOLS RUSH IN, NAKED SOUL, and BEYOND DESIRE. Her novel ECSTASY, was winner of the Affaire de Coueur Critics Award and voted Best Contemporary Ethnic Romance of 1997. Ms. Foster was chosen one of ten Favorite Authors among all romance authors with books published in 1997. Three earlier romances, OBSESSION, AGAINST ALL ODDS, and SEALED WITH A KISS, were released in July 1997, September 1996, and October 1995 respectively.
Since becoming a published author of romance novels, Gwynne has lectured on various phases of the writing business, including Romantic Times Conferences, Romance Writers of America annual conferences, African American Women Writers Conference at University of District of Columbia, the annual convention of Waldenbooks managers, and at many branch libraries of the (New York City) Queens Borough Library system, to name just a few.
Ms. Forster is also a free-lance journalist. Her latest article is a profile of Kofi Annan, United Nations Secretary-General, the cover story of the April/May issue of Crisis Magazine. Crisis is the media organ of the NAACP.
Gwynne was born in North Carolina and grew up in Washington, D. C. where she lived before going to New York to work as a demographer at the United Nations. When she left the UN for form a working partnership with her husband, she was chief of the Fertility Studies Section of the Population Division. As such, she was responsible for research and analysis of social, economic, cultural, and demographic factors and conditions that influence fertility levels and trends throughout the world. The studies were published under the UN imprimatur and in the name of its Secretary-General.
She holds a bachelors and masters degrees in sociology and a masters degree in economics/demography, as well as graduate credits from Columbia University. Her extensive travels for the UN and, later, for the International Planned Parenthood Federation (London Office) have taken her to Brazil, Mexico, many European countries, and throughout Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. Her work on these trips included representing the Secretary-General of the United Nations, lecturing, conducting workshops and delivering research or policy papers at conferences.
Ms. Forster lives in New York City with her husband (who is also a demographer) of twenty-five years. She enjoys gardening, jazz, opera and other classical music and loves to sing. Gwynne, a gourmet cook, loves to entertain at small dinner parties.
Readers can write Gwynne Forster at P.O. Box 45, New York, N.Y., 10044-0045 or e-mail her at gwynneforster@aol.com or visit her web site is located at http://www.gforster.com. Much of the information in this article was obtained from Gwynne's web site or her other home page.
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SECRET DESIRE
Gwynne Forster
Award winning author Gwynne Forster presents a captivating, heart wrenching contemporary romance about two down-to-earth people working their way through life's daily dramas and love's burning passion, while coping with emotional baggage from past relationships. Ms. Forster introduces heroine Kate Middleton, newly widowed by the death of her controlling, manipulative husband. Embracing her newfound autonomy, Kate relocates to Virginia hoping to build a new life for herself and her young son. Managing her own bookstore gives her the opportunity to prove her capabilities to herself and her ex-husband's family. When she's rescued by Detective Captain Luke Hickson after a robbery, the chemistry between them is immediate and devastating. Luke believes that the crime is more than an ordinary stickup. Even under Luke's watchful eye, Kate finds herself a victim in a series of subsequent incidents that threaten her safety. As Luke and Kate work together to unravel this mystery, they are enveloped in the sensual awareness stirred by their tantalizing kisses and intimate embraces. Once again, Gwynne Forster provides her reader with an irresistible mixture of compelling drama, tingling suspense, and steamy passion. Meeting some of the characters from her novel, BEYOND DESIRE, is an added plus, like meeting old friends. SECRET DESIRES showcases her talent as a writer and highlights her flair for romantic adventure.
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 ECSTASY
Only surgeon Mason Fenwick has the skills to perform the delicate operation that can keep schoolteacher Jeannetta Rollins from losing her eyesight. However, the brilliant doctor left medicine after an unavoidable tragedy and refuses to take her case. Jeannetta books herself on a guided tour through the travel agency Mason Fenwick now owns and digs her heels, refusing to admit defeat. Mason finds Jeannetta irresistible and they find ecstasy in each other's arms. Now he must face demons from his past that fill him with self doubt and seek to triumph over the odds.
The novel is an unforgettable treasure. I found myself taken with the likeable characters and personally involved in their developing relationship. Ms. Forster is a master at detailing a love affair, peeling away the layers until you see directly into the hearts of the hero and heroine. You find yourself experiencing their joy and pain and exhalting in their triumphs. Don't miss memorable love story.
SWEPT AWAY
Child Advocate Schyler Henderson rips agency head Veronica Overton for the fumbled placement of a foster child into a bad home. While he concedes Veronica's dedication and concern for the welfare of children, Schyler refuses to yield an inch on child care issues and takes the agency to court for negligence.
As their attraction grows, the couple is tested by new information about their family tree. It's an exciting plot that focuses on real issues and presents determined, realistic characters. The gripping sexual tension taunts you until passion finds its release and the battling couple find their way to love and commitment. As always, Gwynne Forster spins another captivating tale with her usual touch of class.
BEYOND DESIRE
Amanda Ross is thrilled when she is appointed junior high school principal in Caution Point, North Carolina. But her promotion will only be a pipe dream if the board of education discovers that she's pregnant--and single. She never expected her baby's father to desert her, but explanations won't satisfy a small town's rumor mill. A husband is what she needs, and handsome music engineer Marcus Hickson looks like a practical answer to her problem.
Embittered by his ex-wife's selfish and cruel behavior, Marcus told himself he'd never marry again. That is, until the doctors inform him that his injuried daughter need immediate surgery, and Amanda-financially independent from a large inheritance-offers to pay the huge medical bills...if he'll be her husband. Desperate, Marcus agrees, as long as their "arrangement" is kept strictly business. But days and nights under the same roof soon ignite mutual desire. Now, Marcus and Amanda's marriage of convenience has become an affair of the heart...and a deception that endangers everything they hold dear.
OBSESSION
Gwynne Forster weaves a unforgettable tale of two men captivated by one woman which leads to an explosive triangle of desire. Selena Sutton left Wall Street and her lucrative career as a stockbroker behind. After her relocation to Waverly, TX, she resists the advances of the local playboy, Prince Cooper. When she suffers through an illness precipitated by Prince's careless disregard for her welfare, Mangus Cooper cares for her, providing shelter, protection, and heated passion that takes her breath away. Desparate to have the family of her dreams, Selena accepts Mangus' offer of marriage. Now Mangus must handle his ruthless, spoiled brother's obsession with his beautiful bride while convincing her of his undying love.
NAKED SOUL
Della Murray must resolve her childhood trauma while focusing on her executive position with the United Nations. As a powerful figure, associating with heads of state and high level ambassadors,she's tempted to seek security in the arms of Ambassador Craig Radcliff. Della fights her feelings for Luke McKnight, the man she believes is a common laborer. His patience, persistence, and overpowering love overcome every obstacle until Della joins him in the mating of their souls.
FOOLS RUSH IN
Recently divorced Duncan Banks needs a nanny for his one-year-old-adopted daughter, Tonya. Justine Montgomery is well educated, refined, and much too attractive. Justine will do anything to be near the baby she gave up for adoption, even at the risk of losing Duncan's new found love. The author is a master at zeroing in on interpersonal relationships and weaving a winning tale of redemption and love.
AGAINST THE WIND
Gwynne Forster's first interracial romance novel joins her growing sucession of best-selling multicultural love stories. Leslie Collins is on the run from a stalker, recently release from prison. She finds refuge working as a cook at Jordan Saber's Virginia farm. Both Leslie and Jordan are surprised by their mutual attraction. This wonderful story explores the complexities of interracial love, but does not dwell unduly on the racial issue. The characters are exciting and appealing, from the independent heroine to the protective hero. It's another entertaining hit from this talented writer.
SEALED WITH A KISS
Naomi Logan, a commercial artist, tackles creative, sexy call in radio host Rufus Meade in this powerful story of love. Rufus, raising four year old twin sons alone, has his own views on women and their role in the family. Naomi has a rebuttal response which leads to conflict between them. As Naomi and Rufus struggle to keep their relationship impersonal, undeniable attraction is pulling them closer together. Shocking secrets from the past can bring heartbreak for two very different people who have fallen in love.
Find more multicultural romance in Page One and Page Three of this section.
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