Harlequin Historical #301: The Heiress Bride

The Heiress Bride introduces you to Lady Rosaleen Sarant of Seire who has been beaten into unconsciousness by her legal guardian her Uncle Anslem. Her uncle is forcing her to wed a man, although a noble, who has paid a high price for the very beautiful heiress but he is known to be foul, uncouth and an abuser of women. By disguising herself as a common woman, Rosaleen makes good on her escape. She is about to be assaulted by those thinking she was a common strumpet when she sought shelter at an inn. Hugh Caldwell, not a Knight, although he had been asked many times by the King to be Knighted, notices her plight and through quick thinking saves her from that mess. She begs him for an escort to get her to London, and he has no intention of going there but relents and will bring her to his brother who he's sure will get her there. Here then, evolves the story of the man saving the woman and the woman saving the man. This is a sequel to the Bride's Portion, although the story is so well written it stands extremely well on it's own. It is a story of selfless love, and the compromises that can be made when people love and trust one another. Rosaleen keeps her secret, even from the man she loves, knowing she could be killed if her Uncle or her betrothed find her. Hugh denies who he is and must come to terms with his past, swallow his pride, and forgive the father he felt betrayed him. This truly is a wonderful story with a lot of emotion, human kindness, humor, and above all love. Terrific sequel, but can definitely stand alone. Well worth your while to try to obtain a copy of this out of print book.

This is a very heartwarming story about a knight, Hugh, and a beautiful young lady, Rosaleen. Hugh is charged with the duty of escorting Rosaleen (also a great heiress) to court unharmed.After spending 12 years fighting for England and seeing many a horror, he knew at their first meeting that sweet and innocent Rosaleen was a prize worth protecting. And, if he could just convince her -- to stand by his side, forever & that her lands mean little to a man such as he.Touching book - on my keepers shelf!