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Delaney's Desert Sheikh

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A cabin getaway retreat in an isolated location , a young recent medical school graduate about to do her residency craving a much needed break, a sheikh from the Middle East country of Tahran on recess from conducting business deals for his country, and miscommunication about who is supposed to reside in the cabin. These are the makings for a hot adventure that is a combustion of passion and sensuality enough to light the night. Brenda Jackson brings it all together in Delaney's Desert Sheikh.

Jamal Ari Yasir likes those beautiful legs that are walking into the place he has borrowed from his old Harvard College roommate even if she is in the wrong place. Delaney Westmoreland did not expect to have any company especially not a handsome prince who lights her fire just by looking at her. But there he is standing there devouring her with his eyes and at the same time telling her she cannot stay there. Delaney is incensed. Her cousin promised her the use of the cabin for a month of R & R. After talking it over they decide they both will stay and proceed to go their separate ways but the heat between them is undeniable. Delaney's life is all mapped out. She will finish her residency, get married and have six children. Jamal's life is also a part of a master plan. He will return to his country, submit to an arranged marriage, keep his mistress, and be ruler of his country one day. He has no time for Western women and their headstrong ways, especially a curvaceous, curly-hair brown-eyed wonder who is disturbing his peace. She is too sassy and independent to suit him. But it is hot up in here, so take off all your clothes and it is not because of the summer climate.

Ms. Jackson has written an entertaining, erotic tale of two people who veer from their prescribed paths. Sensuous love scenes that will make you squirm and holler and dream of a prince of your own. The prince has skills including the Kiss----- an advanced form of French kissing. This is the first story in the Westmoreland Family series; Delaney has five older hunky bachelor brothers who make an appearance in this story just waiting for their stories to be told. I look forward to reading more.

Dera Williams
APOOO BookClub

Looking for a read that will hold your interest? Well, have no fear, DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH is here! This work marks Brenda Jackson's debut venture with Silhouette Desire. DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH is steaming with sexual tension and truly unforgettable love scenes. Jackson brings it all using the plot of strangers falling in lust, mutual respect and then love. So, find that comfortable spot, get a cool drink and let's not forget that fan - because you're going to need it!

What happens when you place a liberated, forthright pediatrician and a charismatic, desert prince, with politically incorrect ideas about women in a cabin alone together? You get F-I-R-E-W-O-R-K-S! Delaney Westmoreland and Sheikh Jamal Ari Yassir are due for a much needed vacation from the stresses of their occupations. Delaney just finished medical school and is in desperate want of relaxation and most importantly sleep. She's also seeking to escape her family's devoted attentions with some solitude. When her cousin suggests a cabin of which he is part owner, it's the perfect solution. While Jamal has just finished intense negotiations concerning his country, he's also seizing this time to mentally prepare himself for his upcoming, arranged marriage. With the summit over, Jamal's mind wanders and he's soon missing the affections of his long-time mistress. Likewise, the offer from his friend to have the cabin for his leisure is met with enthusiasm. That is until he meets Delaney.

From the moment Jamal sees Delaney, he wants her. At first, it's because he has been on a self-imposed hiatus from intimacy to concentrate on the conference. However, despite their hostile attitude toward each other, an instant chemistry binds them together. Their admirable sparring only hides the passionate feelings that are barely beneath the surface.

When two determined individuals are placed in a strange situation, confrontations for superiority are soon to materialize and Delaney and Jamal do not disappoint. Delaney firmly states her desire to keep her virginity until love and marriage comes along. Though Delaney's parents are good role models for a loving relationship, she observes how her charming, but domineering five brothers treat the women in their lives as playthings until that one woman who can challenge them comes along.

Despite her wanting no part of that, she remains intensely attracted to Jamal. Jamal is equally unwavering in his obsessive craving to have her for himself. He offers an alliance with "no strings," just for the time they remain at the retreat. Of course, Delaney says no, initially, but finds herself ready to relinquish her innocence so that she can experience the power of making love. Delaney becomes a temptress and a willing victim of Jamal's allure. Jamal's magnetism is evident in his inventive kissing technique that leaves Delaney dizzy with wonder and anticipation. What ensues next is a love so filled with caring, ardor and sensuality that even time and distance cannot disrupt the memories or the love from continuing.

Kudos to Jackson's engaging attempt at introducing an expansive romance audience to characters who are fresh, intelligent and exciting. Jackson validates African American women as encompassing the same personal concerns and professional tenacity that women of all races do. DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIK is refreshingly void of concentrating on the differences between persons with diverse backgrounds, but celebrates those distinctions instead. DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH proves love knows no boundaries and comes when you least expect it - even with a foreign prince!

Jackson makes a valiant effort in making the characters come alive. Jamal and Delaney had no insecurities about themselves and they expressed that confidence with the acceptance of the other's social values and religious practices. Though other African American authors paved the way in published mainstream series romance, Brenda Jackson's entrance stands as a great romance read period - not just a great African American romance novel.

Also, the format for launching Jamal and Delaney's relationship was well written. We are given an exclusive look at their connection without interference from "outside forces." The reader becomes that "fly on the wall" and is allowed to appreciate this special love. There was good use of secondary characters who will eventually have their own stories. It is those secondary players', especially Jamal's stepmother, whose advice propels Jamal to act on his fate with Delaney. Still, we get an all too brief glimpse of the Westmoreland brothers. But what we do receive is the knowledge their stories will sizzle as well. The forecast is that the Westmoreland family will become just as popular as Jackson's Madaris family series.

DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH is a quick and thoroughly enjoyable read. Once you begin it, you will not want to put it down! I am anxiously anticipating Delaney's brothers' stories. If they can live up to Jamal's example, let's just say, "Keep those fans handy, girls!"

In Brenda Jackson's Delaney's Desert Sheikh, we are introduced to Delaney Westmoreland and the entire Westmoreland clan. Delaney, a recent medical school graduate, travels from Atlanta to the woods of North Carolina for some rest and relaxation. Upon her arrival she stumbles upon Jamal Ari Yassir, a prince from the Middle Eastern country of Tahran. Both Delaney and Jamal were promised the use of the cabin for one month, each refuse to leave and therein lies the problem.

Delaney, the youngest and only female within a family of five brothers, is independent and headstrong and romance is the furthest thing from her mind. Jamal, his father's right-hand man when it comes to deal-making for his country, is arrogant and just as stubborn as Delaney. The only thing on his mind is seducing Delaney if only for one night.

Will Delaney ignore her upbringing and succumb to passion? Will Jamal ignore the expectations and obligations placed upon him by his family and countrymen? Brenda Jackson explores two vastly different cultures with a unique realism of their natives' behaviors. Her romantic scenes are explosive but tastefully done and the introduction of the five Westmoreland brothers, Dare, Storm, Thorn, Chase and Stone leaves you anticipating more from this family.

Reviewed by Dawn R. Reeves

I want to tell you what a fantastic job you did with Delaney and her Sheikh.
I have never purchased the Silouette books before, but once I saw Brenda's name on a book, I knew the book was worth purchasing and the book is worth every coin.
What a great story. I have one objection... It wasn't long enough.
I know we are greedy, but this is what happens when you feed us great stories.
I'm hoping you will do stories on at least two of Delaney's brothers, however we would love to hear about all 5 brothers.
I can't wait for the series to continue with the Westmoreland Brothers and the women who tame them.
I can wait for Tara to tame Thorn.
Anyway, I want compliment you on a job well done.
Brenda, you now have two family sagas to continue and I know that this will be a job well done.
I can't wait for the Madaris family saga to continue, especially Chrissy's story.

Well Well Well... Brenda Jackson has gone into the depths of Jamal and Delaney. This handsome sheikh and this beautiful woman with no ideas of love, romance, or anything as they both escape to a cabin that is supposed to be secluded and awaiting their individual solitude. Delaney arrives to find that the cabin is not secluded but being occupied by this handsome, yet arrogant Sheikh. As the both agree that neither is leaving the cabin, they will just have to coexist, which is going to be difficult, since they both are very attracted to one another. Delaney is sassy and stubborn, and Jamal is straightforward and persistent. As they begin their game of determination and also persuasion, this story gets HOT! HOT! HOT!!. This is not like any of Brenda Jacksons other books, you will enjoy and be surprised. Now Jamal has a secret weapon "Ares" oooohhh la la..... Now the ultimate force has been released and I truelly believe anyone that is given the pleasure of experiencing "ARES" will never be the same! This is definitely a must read. Brenda you have out done yourself or should I say that Prince Jamal has perfected the technique and won!! Now I also look forward to learning more about Dare, Storm, Thorn, Chase and Stone. Because I have a feeling that the Westmoreland Brothers will be competition for the Madaris Brothers. (can't wait...)

AFTER READING SEVERAL REVIEWS ABOUT THE BOOK "DELANEY'S DESERT SHEIKH", I KNEW I HAD TO ADD THIS BOOK TO MY GROWING ROMANTIC NOVEL COLLECTION. I PURCHASED THE BOOK USED FOR TWICE THE REGULAR PRICE AND IT WAS WORTH IT. THE BOOK WAS TRULY A JOY TO READ. IT WAS ONE BIG ROMANTIC AND SEXUAL COCKTAIL! THE CHARACTERS AND THE STORY WERE SO REALISTIC. BRENDA IS A GIFTED WRITER. SHE KNOWS HOW TO TELL A STORY THAT HOLDS THE READER'S INTEREST. THE TROUBLE WITH READING BRENDA'S BOOKS IS TO STOP. ONCE YOU START, YOU CAN'T STOP. TRY THE BOOK, YOU WILL LIKE IT. I'M NOW ONE OF BRENDA'S MOST DEVOTED FANS!

As a graduation present Reggie gives his cousin, Sassy Delaney Westmoreland a month of rest and relaxation at his North Carolina cabin but upon her arrival discovers a trespasser. The sexy-as-sin Prince of Tahran, Jamal Ari Yassir has already set up camp in her cabin! They both refuse to leave and after Delaney integrates him and verifies with Reggie the he is legit, she decides to share the cabin with him and lets him know upfront that there will be no hanky-panky and that she would understand if he began to feel too crowded and decided to leave. Even though she was instantly attracted to him she knows she is stubborn enough to handle him. The sheikh was confused by his attraction to her because he has very little tolerance for western women because in his country women do what they are told. How in the world will they peacefully make it through the month? The hammock scene-that was original, talk about anticipation....Wow!!!!

This was my first Brenda Jackson read and I have been on a mad hunt for any and everything by her since. This story is sooo... romantic and Ms. Jackson proves the point that is does not take 400+ pages to write a great romance story.

I had no idea that Harlequin was publishing this type of story. I was recommended this book based on my love for inter-racial love stories and though it's less than 200 pages it's definitely a keeper and worth reading and re-reading.

I loved this book. Mrs Brenda Jackson has done it again.Please go out and get this book as soon as possible.The Westmorlands are going to be a trip.I think they are going to be five brothers that put you in the mind of Clayton Maderis. I loved the love scenes they are HOT HOT HOT!

I love Brenda Jackson, she is one of my favorite writers and never fails to come through with her characters and HOT action. Although, it was hard to identify with Jamal because he was not a "true brother" as I would have liked for him to be as sticking with Ms Jackson's past characters, but Delaney and the love scenes more than made up for it. I am looking forward to her next book and especially the Madaris brothers.

I loved this book! The storyline was excellent with a strong, smart, beautiful woman in the lead, countered by a handsome sheikh! The buildup to Delaney and the Sheikh getting together was excruitiating, but worth the wait. My only complaint is that the book wasn't much longer. I wouldn't mind reading a sequel or two on those hunky brothers of Delaney's either! A quick but satisfying read.