Master of desire [Hardcover]

Kinley MacGregor (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 2001

With the success of Kinley MacGregor's latest New York Times Expanded and USA Today bestseller A Dark Champion, we are in the perfect position to republish her backlist gem Master of Desire.

A Dream of Desire Awakened . . .

Beautiful Lady Emily dreams of the rapture of love and the joys of marriage. The youngest daughter of an English lord at war, she is shaken by the arrival of a mysterious stranger to her father's castle. Could this breathtaking man be Emily's yearned-for lover? Indeed, Draven de Montague, Earl of Ravenswood, has come for Emily . . . but romance has nothing to do with it.

In the Tender Embrace of an Enemy . . .

Draven would never have entered the home of his most hated adversary had not the King himself ordered him to take in his foe's daughter for a year to forge bonds of peace between their two feuding houses. Worse still, here is a lass whose exquisite loveliness could tempt Draven to betray his sworn vow never to let anther close to his heart. Emily knows the searing heat of her passion could burn down the defenses of this proud warrior. But will the surrender of the sweet nectar of his lips and his bold, sensuous caress ignite a blaze so hot it consumes them both?

--This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Convinces us of Ms. MacGregor's talented writing. This exciting tale is filled with humor, tenderness, and passion. Totally enjoyable." -- Rendezvous

"Engaging characters, a colorful backdrop...romantic love story...You'll smile, sigh and enjoy yourself immensely." -- Romantic Times

"I love Kinley MacGregor's books! They brim with laughter and love. Master of Desire is her best yet!" -- Cathy Maxwell, author of The Marriage Contract

"I love Kinley MacGregor's books! They brim with laughter and love. Master of Desire is her best yet!" -- Cathy Maxwell, National Best Selling Author

"MASTER OF DESIRE proves once again that humor and passion are the trademarks of any Kinley MacGregor book." -- Christina Dodd, author of Rules of Engagement

"Master of Desire secures Kinley MacGregor's place as a master of compelling historical romance. Deliciously noble Draven is no match for the innocent, seductive Emily." -- Affaire de Coeur

"Warm, witty, and wonderful, Kinley MacGregor weaves a magical. . .tale." -- Stephanie Laurens, author of A Secret Love

Kinley MacGregor possesses a talent unparalleled. Master of Desire is destined to become an instant classic that will capture the heart of romance fans the world over. -- Romance Online

The perfect mix of passion and pageantry, tenderness and humor. Every page was a pleasure! Kinley MacGregor just shot to the top of my "must read" list." -- Teresa Medeiros, bestselling author of THE BRIDE AND THE BEAST --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

About the Author

New York Times bestselling author Kinley MacGregor lives a life of extraordinary danger...as does any woman with three sons, a husband, a menagerie of pets, and a collection of swords that all of the above have a major fixation with. But when not running interference (or dashing off to the emergency room), she can be found chained to her computer where she likes to play with all her imaginary friends. With more than ten million copies of her books in print, in 26 countries, she certainly has a lot of friends to play with, too.

Writing as Kinley MacGregor and Sherrilyn Kenyon, she is the author of several series including: The Dark-Hunters, Brotherhood of the Sword, Lords of Avalon, and BAD. With an international, cult following, her books have appeared in the top three on the New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today bestseller lists.

--This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 376 pages
• Publisher: Avon Books; An Avon Romance edition (2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 073941562X
• ISBN-13: 978-0739415627
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.6 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (80 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,803,246 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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74 of 75 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book. Very Touching, March 18, 2002

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Brenda Condit "satinskper" (Albuquerque, NM USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Master of Desire (Mass Market Paperback)

I loved this book. I read it in one setting. I couldn't put it down. I had read this authors books under another name but was thrilled when I found this book.

This is the story of the most feared knight in the land, Draven and a very willful woman named Emily. We first meet Draven when he and Emily's father are before the king arguing about the on going feud between them. Both blame each other for the attacks on their land. The king decides that in order to make these two come to a peace that Emily shall spend one year in Draven's care and that Draven must never touch her or else he will die. They both agree and Draven gives his vow of honor not to touch her in anger or in lust. Little did he know how hard that vow would be to keep.

Emily is a beautiful woman who longs for a husband and family of her own. Her father is overprotective of her and her sisters. She is thrilled to get the chance to be free for a while and decides to set her sights on Draven. When they first meet he takes her breath away. She decides right then and there that he will be hers and she always wins. Draven is not unaffected by her and its a constant struggle for him to keep his distance. He longs to love her but is afraid the demon inside him will hurt her and drive her away forever.

They must find the laughter and the love they both deserve and bring peace between two families.

Kinely MacGregor makes you really feel the sorrow and the pain the characters feel. She has wonderful side characters that make the book a whole. There is humor, passion, love and tenderness all wrapped up inside.

38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great medeival book, August 5, 2002

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Fani "avid reader" (Greece) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Master of Desire (Mass Market Paperback)

I really enjoyed reading this book and can't wait to read master of seduction too (the history of draven's brother).
Draven is a famous knight, powerfully built, that manages to intimidate anyone he meets with his fame in battles and stern character. He is a man that talks little, never laughs and keeps his thoughts to himself. When he is ordered by the king to take Emily in his castle he tries to stay away from her as she is the daughter of his enemy and also believes that his rage could prove uncontrollable when it comes to her. But what surprises him is that Emily is not afraid of him as everyone else is. She stands up to him, speaks her own mind and she is determined to get him to marry her! They are attracted to each other but too many obstacles stand between them. Of course, as in every romance they find a way to get through them and live happily ever after.
The humor was perfectly balanced with Draven's tortured past so you couldn't name it a light read not a heart-wreching one. It certainly was extremely easy to read and I couldn't leave it of my hands. Emily is determined, willful and also romantic and sweet. Draven is the typical medeival hero: gorgeous, tough outside but warm for those who know him.
Go out and read it!!!

31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Made me believe in romance again, May 10, 2001

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Lisa Taylor - See all my reviews

This review is from: Master of Desire (Mass Market Paperback)

Draven has sworn to never marry and Emily is after a husband. Forced to live together in a unique situation, these two titans clash from the very beginning. But what I loved most was watching their friendship build. There were no stupid misunderstandings that left me rolling my eyes. No childish antics. What we have here is two grown-ups with real problems who come together in spite of their fears and uncertainties and find a lasting love. This book really made me believe that love can conquer all. Curses, family feuds, treacherous villains, you name it. It's been a really long time since I read a book that left me feeling so good inside.

If you LIKE romance. If you like men and strong, competent heroines and most importantly if you like a book that touches all your emotions, then run to the nearest store and do yourself a favor. Buy Master of Desire. You won't regret it.

My only questions now are, will Simon have a book of his own and when's the next one due out? I know I'll be the first in line to get it.