A
man trying to escape from the past, needs a woman who can see the
future.
Available September 11th – Holiday Paranormal Regency Romance, Bound by the Christmastide Moon by Christina McKnight.
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Title:
Bound by the Christmastide Room
Author: Christina McKnight
Genre: Historical Paranormal Romance, Holiday, Regency
Release Date: September 11, 2018
Author: Christina McKnight
Genre: Historical Paranormal Romance, Holiday, Regency
Release Date: September 11, 2018
A
MAN TRYING TO ESCAPE FROM THE PAST…
When
Silas Anson inherits the earldom of Lichfield from a father he never
knew, he has one goal: protect his siblings. To do so, he’ll need
to do two things: replenish the estate’s depleted coffers, and gain
the support of his powerful family—even though they betrayed his
mother years ago. An arranged marriage with the daughter of the
Marquess of Blandford will accomplish both of these objectives, while
giving him a chance at a normal, happy life.
NEEDS
A WOMAN WHO CAN SEE THE FUTURE.
Except
Lady Mallory Hughes isn’t the normal debutante he expects. Along
with a large dowry, she’s inherited her family’s gift for
predicting the future. For years, her family has kept her hidden away
from society, for fear she will bring the family shame. If she is
ever to have a chance at an independent existence—and love—she
must get through this week without alerting Silas about her visions.
But when Mallory touches Silas, she sees his death.
With
Silas’s life on the line, how can Mallory save him without
revealing her gift, and risking their chance at a future together?
Excerpt
from Bound by the Christmastide Moon:
“Are you certain you do not wish to freshen up before meeting with Lord Lichfield?” Hettie did her utmost to keep up with Mallory as she departed the dining hall. “Mayhap change your gown or have Miss Felicity’s maid re-pin your hair?”
“Are you certain you do not wish to freshen up before meeting with Lord Lichfield?” Hettie did her utmost to keep up with Mallory as she departed the dining hall. “Mayhap change your gown or have Miss Felicity’s maid re-pin your hair?”
Mallory
paused, her aunt colliding with her shoulder at the sudden stop.
She’d
dressed that day as she did each morn. The gown she wore had been
specifically packed because it highlighted her ample curves and hid
her not-so-narrow waist. The ribbon woven through her long, brown
curls was of a deep plum that complemented her grey gown. Her shoes
were half-boots, sturdy enough for a walk about Tetbery Estate.
Except for the ink marring her hand, Mallory appeared as she always
did.
Poised.
Modest. Genteel.
Everything
the daughter of a marquess was raised to be.
That
she was anything but poised on the inside was of no consequence, so
long as she did her utmost to keep those around her blissfully
unaware.
Her
talent as an oracle—or a clairvoyant—did not define Mallory. In
fact, she was determined to prove her family wrong and live a normal
life. That she’d need refrain from touching others—and most
objects—did not deter her from believing a normal life could be
hers.
“I
need not freshen anything. If my simple frock and daily coiffure is
not to Lord Lichfield’s liking, then imagine if he learned of my
talents.”
“You
are not to speak of it,” Hettie hissed. “Your father would—“
“My
father would die of apoplexy if I embarrassed him in any way,”
Mallory finished. “Think you I am opposed to this match? I assure
you, I do.”
Mallory
squared her shoulders and marched into the foyer, pausing only to
allow the butler to open the parlor door and announce their arrival.
“Lady
Henrietta Hughes and Lady Mallory Hughes,” Tolsworth proclaimed,
giving Mallory a reassuring nod as she swept past him and into the
room.
She
was vaguely aware of her aunt entering the parlor behind her and the
butler pulling the door closed after stating tea would arrive with
all due haste; however, Mallory stood rooted to the spot.
She
hadn’t thought about what Lord Lichfield would look like, nor
considered his age when she’d been told of the potential match. He
could have been plagued with a hunched back or vertically challenged,
but she hadn’t questioned that.
The
man who stood to greet them was not what she’d envisioned in an
arranged marriage.
He
was not stout or rounded. He was in possession of all his
extremities. And he certainly was not of an age past his prime.
Lord
Lichfield did, however, tower over both Mallory and Hettie.
The
earl’s shoulders were broad enough to pull a cart or roll a boulder
up a hill.
And
he was handsome. Not in the tradition English sense with a sharp
nose, angular jaw, and rigid stance. No, it was far more—yet far
less—what her brethren in muslin considered a dashing man.
He
had a sophisticated air about him. As if he had seen things,
experienced things, Mallory could only guess at.
His
clenched jaw, and his clear blue eyes cascading over her, made
Mallory wish she’d donned a gown that didn’t constrict her
breathing in such a manner, as she found it exceedingly difficult to
gain a proper breath.
Her
stomach fluttered—actually fluttered
as he gazed upon her.
A
single black curl fell over one eye, and he pushed it back before
turning his attention to Aunt Hettie.
“Heaven’s
above,” Hettie hissed in her ear.
Review: I am a huge Christina McKnight fan. I love Regency romance and I love holiday books. Combine an arranged marriage and a little bit of a twist involving psychic abilities and you have a short wonderful read.
I loved Silas and Mallory, and they were wonderful together. Both were as the old song goes "a couple of misfits." Silas because of his unusual family situation and Mallory because of her "ability." That ability has her seeing the death of her betrothed. and though they don't know each other well, she wants to be married so she can have a life of her own..
I love how things worked out for them and how her psychic ability got something wrong.
This was a really quick read, and I love stories that I can read in a few hours, especially after I've read something heavier. This book was refreshing and the characters were sweet.
As with most novellas there's always something I wanted a bit more of, and in this case it was Silas' family. I definitely wanted more about his mom and the hows and whys of her taking off with them to France. That's the one thing that made me wish this particular story would have been a full length novel, because there were so many areas that could have been explored. However that didn't detract from the story at all. That was just me being greedy.
This is a must read for regency lovers
Rating: 5 flowers
Review: I am a huge Christina McKnight fan. I love Regency romance and I love holiday books. Combine an arranged marriage and a little bit of a twist involving psychic abilities and you have a short wonderful read.
I loved Silas and Mallory, and they were wonderful together. Both were as the old song goes "a couple of misfits." Silas because of his unusual family situation and Mallory because of her "ability." That ability has her seeing the death of her betrothed. and though they don't know each other well, she wants to be married so she can have a life of her own..
I love how things worked out for them and how her psychic ability got something wrong.
This was a really quick read, and I love stories that I can read in a few hours, especially after I've read something heavier. This book was refreshing and the characters were sweet.
As with most novellas there's always something I wanted a bit more of, and in this case it was Silas' family. I definitely wanted more about his mom and the hows and whys of her taking off with them to France. That's the one thing that made me wish this particular story would have been a full length novel, because there were so many areas that could have been explored. However that didn't detract from the story at all. That was just me being greedy.
This is a must read for regency lovers
Rating: 5 flowers
Author
Bio:
USA TODAY
Bestselling Author Christina McKnight writes emotional and intricate
Regency Romance with rebellious women and maverick heroes.
Her
books combine romance and mystery, exploring themes of redemption and
forgiveness. When not writing she enjoys coffee, wine, traveling the
world, and watching television.
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