Seducing The Viscount (Deborah Raleigh)

Illegitimacy is no obstacle for Ian Breckford. Darkly handsome and thoroughly charming, he has bedded his way through London's most exclusive society. Yet this pleasurable existence has lately seemed a trifle dull-a fact soon remedied by a visit to his father's estate, where his aunt has acquired a delightful new companion. Mercy Simpson may be shy, but she is also sharp-witted and stubborn, especially when persuading Ian to relieve her of her innocence.
Ian's arrival presents the opportunity for Mercy to experience uninhibited sensual adventure before she returns to her spinster life. Ian's extraordinary skill is everything she dreamed a lover might offer-and everything she can never hope to keep … unless her brazen seduction can ignite a true, lasting passion.

Not sure how I feel about this book. I enjoyed the characters. The basis for the story wasnt bad but it just didnt grab me like I prefer my books to.

Very sensual scenes!

The Wedding Clause (Debbie Raleigh)

Molly Conwell's life has been unremarkable - until she learns the startling details of her late employer Lady Woodhart's will: The sum of 30,000 pounds will be divided equally between the deceased's grandson, Viscount "Hart" Woodhart, and Molly if they wed. If one or the other fails to appear, then the present party receives the entire fortune.

Molly has no intention to wed Hart,but if she inherits the money she could help her brother regain his proper place in Society. Besides, she's convinced that her prospective groom, who has always accused her of being a fortune hunter, will not present himself. As Molly embarks on a daring charade, she discovers a fierce opponent in Hart - and an even fiercer desire for this dangerously handsome man who may prove impossible to resist...

This was a cute story. I enjoyed the heroine because she wasnt a wimpering fool. She stood up to the bully.

Debbie Raleigh is a good author who can make the story flow so easily you dont realise how much you're reading until you're done with the book.

Highland Vampire (Hannah Howell, Adrienne Basso, Deborah Raleigh)

Kiss of the Vampire

Seeking the truth of his tortured heritage at court, Jankyn MacNachton finds something he never expected - true desire. Efrica Callan is beautiful, innocent, and possessed of a courageous heart. She spurns the men who court her dowry, but all Jankyn can offer this lovely creature of light is life in darkness - and in his arms...

I liked this one. After reading Eternal Highlander I was curious of Jankyn's story and this hit the spot.

His Eternal Bride

Suspecting her of murdering her husband, Callum, on their wedding night, Maev McCloskey's clan has banished her to a remote tower. There, she dreams of her dead love - and the passion they never knew in life. But soon she wonders if the seductive, mysterious Callum of her sleeping mind is real - and, if he is, whether joining him in his world would be an act of courage...or of madness.

I didnt finish this one. It had way too much sex in it even for me.

To Tame the Beast

In revenge for the curse that has forever banished him to the shadows, the creature called the Beast of MacDonnell demands the firstborn female child of each generation. Isobella's sister is soon to suffer this fate - unless Isobella can save her. Unafraid, she intends to confront the monster when she finds a strange man isntead: a warrior with the face of an angel and mesmerizing silver eyes who tempts her like no other.

I like this one. The author presented a great story and made it easy to stay involved in it.

(rated R)