The Sheikh's Convenient Bride (The O'Connells) [Kindle Edition]

Sandra Marton (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

Despite his attraction to her, Sheikh Qasim is trying not to take Megan O'Connell to his wealthy but tradition-bound kingdom; women have no status in his homeland. Yet, as no one else has Megan's financial expertise, he is given no choice.

Once in Suliyam, Megan finds her life threatened by tribal leaders who think she's a woman of loose morals. The only way Qasim can save Megan--and her reputation--is to marry her...!

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 224 KB
• Print Length: 286 pages
• Publisher: Harlequin Presents (July 13, 2009)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B002GJRZRE
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,405 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

More About the Author

I live in New England now but I was born in New York City and lived in or near the city most of my life. It's where I met my husband--I was fifteen and a senior in high school! He was at both my high school and college graduations. We have a lot of shared, wonderful history.

After we married, I taught elementary school for a while. Then I settled into being a wife and mother but the desire to write was always there. I'd written short stories when I was little--the first, which I illustrated myself, I wrote when I was seven! I never really stopped writing and one day I looked in the mirror and said, "Okay, Sandra, you've always wanted to be a published writer. Maybe it's time you did something about it."

I'd always been interested in the complex ways in which men and women relate to each so it seemed natural to start writing romance fiction. I wrote short stories and sold several of them. Finally, I took a deep breath, sat down and wrote my very first novel. To my amazement and joy, Harlequin Presents bought it.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A favorite for Sheikh's lovers!, July 20, 2006

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Yadel C "Yadel" (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Sheikh's Convenient Bride (The O'Connells) (Harlequin Presents #2410) (Mass Market Paperback)

The sparks are in from the beginning. First you have a professional and succesful heroine, Megan; who encounters a gender discrimination at her work place. Second, she confronts the hero in the story, Qasim, whom she blames for all the bad luck of the day, at the end you have a sizzling first encounter that was outrageous as it was funny.
This story is a must to be read at once. Grab your book, go away, and prepare to enjoy a romantic story, with an excellent plot, and the appereance of your favorite O'Conells.
This one includes everything: handsome man, passionate heroine, well written dialogues, fights, laughs, love, passion... i could go on forever. Just take the pleasure to read it.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Romance Junkies says..., August 3, 2004

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Sarah W "Sarah W" (Minnesota) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Sheikh's Convenient Bride (The O'Connells) (Harlequin Presents #2410) (Mass Market Paperback)

Sarah at Romance Junkies says: "Sandra Marton has another hit with THE SHEIKH'S CONVENIENT BRIDE. Each story in the O'Connell saga gets better and better and Megan and Qasim's love story is no different. The sparks leap off the page when these two characters are together and it is obvious that they feel more than desire for each other, though they are wary of admitting it. This is a powerful story that examines a woman's role in a country that believes women should be submissive, and though this isn't the main focus of the story by any means, it definitely is examined through Megan. Nevertheless, it is love that makes this story so great, and THE SHEIKH'S CONVENIENT BRIDE is a truly remarkable love story."

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sandra Marton Scores Again With THE SHEIKH'S CONVENIENT BRID, August 3, 2004

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DL Hosey - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Sheikh's Convenient Bride (The O'Connells) (Harlequin Presents #2410) (Mass Market Paperback)

Sheikh fans are in for a delicious treat with four-time Rita finalist Sandra Marton's latest entry in the superb O'Connell series. Sheikh Qasim of Suliyam more than meets his match in fiery Megan O'Connell...so sit back and enjoy the fireworks! Equally hot, intense, and emotional, THE SHEIKH'S CONVENIENT BRIDE is beautifully-written, top-notched Presents entertainment.