Phoebe Conn

As future ruler of the Dal Cais, Egan convinces a beautiful prophetess to advise him about the treachery within his clan, never dreaming that she will one day be his queen. A tale of ancient magic, prophesy and entwined destinies.

As the head of a highly regarded child welfare agency, Veronica Overton is one of the most respected women in Baltimore. But when a child placed in foster care is harmed, Veronica is criticized in the media by fiery children's advocate Schyler Henderson. With her reputation in ruins and her confidence shattered, Veronica sets out to rebuild her life. Yet her search leads to family secrets she never knew-and ignites a smoldering attraction to Schyler that she is determined to resist.Ever since his own traumatic childhood, Schyler has been driven to help children caught in an uncaring system. When he learns that Veronica is actually a kind, capable woman, he's determined to help her uncover the truth about her family and reclaim her good name. Not even the conflict between them can cool their fire and dampen their passion as they battle distrust and pain to save a love they never dared dream of....

For Belle Barclay, a dream comes true when Falcon, her beloved distant cousin, returns home from the Virginia Militia. His passionate welcome leads her to the brink of surrender--until she realizes he's had too much drink for his declarations of love to be sincere. Restored to her senses, she flees from Falcon's strong, seductive arms. Urged by both their families, Falcon proposes to Belle--an offer her pride won't let her accept. Deeply wounded by the rejection, Falcon returns to the militia, leaving Belle plagued with second thoughts that send her searching the battlefields for him. Now, reunited behind British lines, Belle and Falcon are caught where life and death are separated by a thread, and where the ravages of could bring them closer together--or tear them apart forever... Books in this series: Beloved Beloved Legacy Forbidden Legacy Wild Legacy Published Jan 1999 395 pages

Undercovered as governess in order to stay with her nephew and nieces after the death of their parents in a boating accident, Tamara started to work to their new guardian, the Duke of Granchester. The Duke's arms went around her and before Tamara realized what was happening his lips were on hers. For a moment she was still in surprise, then she felt a sudden rapture so wonderful that she knew this was what she had been seeking. "Oh my darling," the Duke said hoarsely. "I love you." "I... love you!" she whispered. Then, even as she spoke she remembered the unforgettable things she had written about him before she had come to love him. An icy hand gripped her heart as she tore herself from his embrace and raced suddenly to her room.

Have you ever awakened from a dream so delicious you couldn't bear for it to end? Have you ever gazed into the eyes of a lover and wished he could see your secret desires? Then come to a place created especially for you by four of the most sensuous romance authors writing today—a place where you can explore your wildest fantasies and fulfill your deepest longings. Contributors include Anne Avery, Phoebe Conn, Sandra Hill and Dara Joy. A Dance on the Edge by Anne Avery - When interior designer Marlis Jones battles with architect Jack Martin over e-mail, they discover a love powerful enough to blow their circuits. My One by Dara Joy - When Lois Ed pleads with the cosmos to help her through her hard times, she never expects her cry to be answered—by a hunk of an alien with the wildest sense of passion she's ever experienced Heart Craving by Sandra Hill - Nicholas DiCello is desperate—his wife, Paula, plans to divorce him. So when a fortune-telling floozy in a flowered dress swears the only way to win back his wife's love is to discover her heart craving, he listens. Toss the Bouquet by Phoebe Conn - After her boyfriend falls short of the altar, bridal florist Regan Paisley spends her vacation days at the beach alone. Then she meets a seductive, Italian cyclist who pedals his way into her bed—and her heart.

"Do not keep me waiting tonight," demanded handsome 28 year old Rising Eagle to the innocent blonde beauty who had saved his life. And though Elizabeth knew it was wrong to meet the powerful Seneca warrior she came to him when the sky darkened and let him teach her the wild, rapturous secrets of love. Their first fierce tantalizing kiss was all that was needed to forever bind their hearts. In his embrace she was a warm willing woman - and their two different worlds were one... "You will always be mine," whispered 15 year old Elizabeth as Rising Eagle drew her into his arms, holding her delicate mouth captive beneath his own. Her tender touch carried him into the realm of pure sensation. Her silken flesh aroused him to the peaks of ecstasy as no woman had ever done before. He needed this green-eyed goddess more than his life, more than his soul - and he'd pleasure her until she surrendered to his searing Savage Fire.

Flame #1 SHE WAS HER OWN WOMAN: With her golden-red hair and sparkling green eyes, there was no doubt that Flame was her own woman. She would find the man of her dreams if it took forever - but she didn't have to wait long once she came up against the roguishly handsome Joaquin. She could still feel the strength of his muscular body and the hardness of his bronze flesh. He had taught her how to return his ardent kisses and respond to his tantalizing caress. But if he wanted her completely she would have to be his only woman - she wouldn't settle for anything less. HE WAS HIS OWN MAN: Joaquin considered himself far too clever to ever fall under any wench's spell. He had always been free to take women as he wanted, whenever he wanted, and not one had ever refused him or pretended to try. But none of them was Flame. Her figure was perfection, her creamy skin like silk. Her kiss was a long lingering gateway into the depths of passion. He needed her, he wanted her, and he was determined to have her. Only one night of wanton ecstasy just wasn't enough - once he was touched by LOVE'S ELUSIVE FLAME.--Goodreads / Bk Cvr Flame series: Love's Elusive Flame Starlit Ecstasy

Hawaii was Eden, Stacy Livingston thought--a jungle of exotic flowers in a land that time forgot. When Keith Mactavish's lips touched hers in sensual invitation, she trembled... and she learned it wasn't only the fire goddess Pele who controlled the forces of nature! Keith's embrace ignited fires deep within her that stunned the delicate scientist with their heat. She'd come to search the caves for a legendary creature, but all of Keith's family believed she was after a family treasure. How could she explain what she truly yearned to find, when even she feared to speak its name? But when Keith pulled her to him in the soft moonlight, the music she heard sang of forever...

Flame #2 MOONLIT MAGIC As San Francisco's most successful attorney, dashing Rafael Ramirez had no time for entanglements with women, until he saw stunning Alicia Caldwell aboard the Reina del Mar. Her honey-gold curls beckoned for his touch; her pouting pink lips invited his passionate kiss. Never one to turn away the opportunity for a brief exciting fling, the reckless black-haired lawyer pulled her into his demanding embrace. But the moment he fit her luscious curves against him, he groaned with desire--and dismay-- for he knew even a lifetime would never be ugh to savor the sensual pleasures only she could give! SEASIDE SPELL For heiress Alicia Caldwell, there were only two kinds of men: grasping fortune hunters and wealthy boors. But when her gaze-traveled over Rafael's virile frame and handsome features, she turned hot with desire instead of cold with disdain. Before she could think to refuse him, she was shamelessly clasped against his muscular chest and hungrily matching his relentless ardor. Somewhere in the back of her mind she resolved he'd never win her money or her love, but now all she could do was give in to tumultuous rapture -- surrendering her heart to STARLIT ECSTASY Flame series: Love's Elusive Flame Starlit Ecstasy

The Earl of Ardwick is furious when he is jilted by the lady of his desires, the ambitious Heloise Brook, with her eye on a Dukedom. All of London will know of the proud Peer's jilting. Shamed, he left without a partner for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee Ball. Then luck--or providence--places Lady Lupita Lang in the Earl's path... When he offered to help the young lady and her brother whose hackney carriage has had an accident, he began to see a way to get his revenge. Of impeccable lineage, Lupita was young, unspoilt, and lovely enough to outshine even the Earl's erstwhile amour. Behind her delight at her first society ball, Lupita bravely hides her fear for her young brother, who is in the sights of a ruthless cousin... Until the Earl names himself guardian to the winsome orphans--a role he will soon exchange for that of Husband to his heaven-sent bride!

PAGAN ECSTACY... Fiery-tempered Dana's violet eyes blazed with fury. Of all the male slaves on the Viking isle of Fyn, none was more insolent than tawny-haired, breathtaking Bendan. Now, naked and splendid, he awaited her punishment. Yet even locked in the farm's dark storehouse, the arrogant Celt triumphed; grinning ruggedly, he agreed to obey his beautiful Pagan captor...IF she would take him as her lover... Hot with outrage as she melted with desire, flame-haired Dana struggled to forget this bold offer. She was about to be betrothed to another - a violent, powerful, and cunning lord - and she knew loving Brendan could only lead to disgrace or death. But Dana could not hide the passion that swelled within her, and when Brendan wrapped his magnificent arms around her, she knew she would dare all for his embrace, as would any woman who was...By Love Enslaved...

ОНА МЕЧТАЛА О МУЖЕ Сочная Габриэль потеряла все, что имела в Канзас-Сити. Теперь все, чего она хотела, это выжить на Орегонской тропе и начать новую жизнь в качестве невесты по почте. Затем она встретила сурового красавца Джейсона Ройала, и рыжеволосая красавица не могла себе представить, что выйдет замуж за другого мужчину. Его хриплый шепот обещал бесконечный экстаз. Его мускулистое тело заставляло ее прижиматься к нему всю ночь. Слишком поздно милая невинность поняла, что даже ночью таится опасность. Слишком поздно прекрасная невинная девушка поняла, что даже опасности тропы не так опасны, как высокомерный разведчик, укравший ее сердце! ЕМУ НУЖНА ДЕВОЧКА Бледноволосый Джейсон Ройал был слишком вспыльчивым мужчиной, чтобы отказывать себе в любых своих желаниях, а поездка в Орегон была слишком долгой, чтобы обойтись без женщины. Затем его стальной серый взгляд поймал чувственную Габриэль Макларен, и трактирщик не согласился на меньшее. Ее щедрые губы ждали его поцелуя; ее гибкие изгибы были созданы для его ласки. Но последнее, чего хотел Джейсон, — это жена. Приключения были его первой и единственной любовью, пока он не потерялся в ярости дикой бури восторга.

Magdalena Aragon, estranged daughter of a negligent but wealthy matador, finally returns to Spain when her father's terminal illness becomes more serious. When she begins a meaningless fling with a handsome protégé, it captures the attention of the wrong people, embroiling her in the middle of a murderous plot.

Historical love stories in which unexpected bundles of joy bring romance to six very different couples includes Jo Goodman's "The Baby Dream," Carol Finch's "Lullaby of Love," "A Daughter for John" by Phoebe Conn, and other tales by Hannah Howell, Barbara Benedict, and Jane Kidder.