Summerita Rhayne

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Summerita Rhayne writes contemporary and historical romance. She first got published in 2013 and has won contests with prestigious publishers such as Harlequin and Harper Collins India. She believes if the inspiration is strong enough, however short of time you are, the story characters will find a way to make you write, which happens too often with her characters who never let her rest until she has their story down.
She is a professor in her full time job and loves it. In her leisure time, winding down with a book and a cup of coffee is her favorite or you can find her watching legal drama series. (Suits, anyone?)
She also loves being supportive to aspiring authors. You can connect with her if you have a new book out for a spotlight or want a chitchat at her blog. Her social media links are given below.

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Against The Tide: The King and The Concubine May 17, 2018

by Summerita Rhayne

( 4 )

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Can a concubine fall in love?
Lohana knows she cannot even dream of everlasting love. Trained to captivate men for their wealth and proficient in the required arts, a concubine like her is not meant to be a partner for life for anyone and most certainly not for the king. But King Jayatshatru has managed to steal her heart. In the politics of aristocracy, germs of intrigue flourish hidden behind the ornate doors of the palace. As love grows stronger, the plotting against her deepens. Will she be able to fight the forces against her? Does she even want to, when dreaming about happiness threatens to lead both the king and her to ultimate an complete ruin?

Set in ancient India, Against The Tide follows the story of a concubine - a position of status yet with no rights. The life of a woman in such circumstances was worse than that of a lifelong slave. Can love survive in such circumstances?

Also read A Twist of Fate, a historical romance written with the same theme.

A Secret Tie: The King and the Spy Aug 30, 2019

by Summerita Rhayne

( 2 )

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Yashita has chosen to lead the life of a spy. But after years of serving the ruler well, she has now a request. She wants to get married and settle down. To her utmost relief, King Hitaksha agrees to set her free. But he has a condition. She must fulfil one more mission before he will allow her to leave his service.
Through the dangers of ancient politics and twisted monarchy, Yashita faces threats and perils to the mission. Battling through unknown kingdoms, she must play a dangerous game to save her life and the King's. But there's far tougher trial she must live through constantly. The forbidden attraction the King holds for her...

A Secret Tie is third book in a historical fiction series. Also read Against The Tide and A Twist of Fate.

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The Eligible Princess Jul 6, 2015

by Summerita Rhayne

( 8 )

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King Kartikeya wants a bride. If he wants his people to remain loyal to him, he has to present princess from the North to them as his wife. He will do his utmost to keep the public happy and his crown in place.
Princess Lakshaya is tired of being presented to royal suitors again and again and getting rejected. She wants nothing better than to paint or conduct her mathematical experiments. A grand king like Kartikeya would only find faults in her. She is afraid she would fail to impress him and be taunted for it.
But Kartik is not at all what she expected. Attractive and dashing, he sets out to woo her. She's intrigued and ensnared. He almost wins her heart but then she finds he has secrets and a past which she cannot accept.
Staging her own kidnapping seems the only way she can flee the inescapable trap of marriage sprung on her...

From princess to queen, The Eligible Princess follows the journey of Princess Lakshaya to find her destiny and love.

Reviews:
“In spite of being a not-so avid reader of historical, I still took ‘The eligible princess’ up for reading. I guess, it was because I’d read her ‘Against all rules’ and remember turning into a fan of her writing, almost instantly. ‘The eligible princess’ didn’t disappoint me one bit, and not surprisingly, I was deeply engrossed throughout. The writer takes the readers through a magical journey of yesteryears, with the Kings, the Queens, the army, the kingdoms, the palaces, all portrayed so beautifully, in all their grandeur. Summerita Rhayne, is a master of romance…”

“The Eligible Princess by Summerita Rhayne is the second book in the Kamboj Princesses Saga but my first read of the series. Despite being part of a series, it can be read as a standalone.
I loved the sketched cover of the book and then was intrigued by the blurb which gave a glimpse of an intense story with a headstrong heroine, an alpha hero and their hurdles filled romance set in the rich historical background of India.
Intrigued and full of expectations of a lovely story, I was not let down by the book. Princess Lakshaya is of marrying age and supposed to be the eligible Princess except that she is not like the other simpering, coy and simpleton Princesses whose only interest is in maintaining their looks and waiting to get married. No sir, she is independent, a scientist and a woman who has varied tastes that involve war strategies and the like…”

"Princess Lakshaya is everything I loved in a heroine: strong, intelligent, a bit of an outsider, beautiful in her own way, caring and daring. I have to applaud the author highly on making her a ‘scientist’ and a girl in every way a perfect match for a king despite being different from what would be expected from a princess. As for Kartik, he stole my heart..."

"The ancient names, even names of the parts of the clothing and even the endearments have been chosen very diligently. The cover is beautiful.
The characters have been developed well and so were the scenes of the palace, I could actually visualize the princess playing pachisi or even looking through the spy-glass to name a few..."

"I was so impressed with Lakshaya. She is a beautiful, intelligent and courageous woman in her own right. Her pursuit of knowledge and intellect and her wisdom sets her apart from the other women.
King Kartik, well I would love to meet him and spend quality time with him. He is from humble beginning yet he stands out. He is a trustworthy, strong, consummate and dashing guy; the perfect hero.

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Hidden Passion (Indian Princesses Saga Book 1) Dec 21, 2014

by Summerita Rhayne

( 12 )

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Indian Princesses who go their own way. This is time-wise the second book in the series but actually written before The Eligible Princess, so numbered as first.
It's the story of Rukmani, the youngest of a royal family.
Rukmani has never been denied anything in her life. So, when the question of her marriage arises, she expects everyone to go with her choice. But when she expresses her wishes, her world comes crumbling down because it seems aristocratic affairs matter more than her heart. Her fathers and brothers refuse to listen to her. The man she has chosen is the farmer king, the self made king they resent from the bottom of their hearts.
Who can she run to but the man she desires, the strongest ruler of the region, Deveshwaraya?

Devesh finds himself torn between duty and desire. He is drawn to her yet being with her puts at risk everything he has fought fierce battles for. When even protecting her invites trouble, how can he let his heart become involved and even dream of claiming her as his?

Will the high walls of monarchy stand between them and force him to give her up?

Set in the early medieval in India, this is a compact read – the story of a princess daring to reach out for her heart’s desire.
Also read The Eligible Princess, the story of Princess Lakshaya

What reviewers say:
“A historical romance filled with yearning and discovery. Great character, setting and depth.”

“There is much to love about the story of Kamboj princess Rukmani and royal ruler Devesh. The story moves along at a brisk pace, encompassing romance, tragedy, action and even a few healthy doses of philosophy and politics. The author managed to make the setting and characters come alive by painting a picture in rich detail without ever letting the plot slacken.”

“Fabulous and engaging! I absolutely loved the story. Rukmini is even more fabulous than the cover of the book suggests. She is every inch a princess – an imperious beauty, and spirited as they come. She is easily a match for the King of Kings – Devesh. Determined not to be browbeaten by her father and brothers, she gets into one scrape after another, reminding me of other feisty historical heroines brought to life by another author that I love so well – Georgette Heyer.
The language of the story teller is engaging – not a misstep anywhere! The historical aspects of the story – the era, the clothing, the behavior – all sounded just perfect….”

“It is a light hearted historical romance and she has got the vibe of the nerve of the tradition and culture of those days many aeons ago. She has depicted the situations and the lifestyle and environment so beautifully. The robes, the palaces and the hunt, the traditions are all penned in a manner that flows with the story of the book."

“Love, passion, desire, power, politics, royalty are all blended to take the reader back in time with the Khamboj princess, Rukmani and the Royal Emperor Devesh. Summerita’s writing is vibrant and lucid and the reader can almost see the tale unfold before their eyes.”

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Against All Rules Aug 21, 2014

by Summerita Rhayne

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Desire which breaks all rules...
Samara, the cool and efficient office assistant at work, is hopelessly attracted to her boss but determined to keep it a secret from the suave tycoon, Tahir Virani.
Tahir, the distant and at times, sarcastic boss, has, as it appears, no time for Samara. Embittered and cynical after his failed marriage, he has no intention of getting involved and certainly not in anything long term.
A kiss changes everything. The office logistics go haywire as awareness zooms to level ‘O’. Soon one thing is clear, they can no longer ignore each other or the attraction pulling them close.
While Tahir has clearly no intention of breaking his office protocol and Samara would never settle for a fling, when the fire is set, who can avoid the blaze?

What readers have to say:

“A superbly written book with well delineated characters and scorching chemistry!”

“The palpable attraction between the two and the fight of principles takes us on an intense, hot and passionate journey. If one is looking for a hotter than hot Indian romance on a dreamy night or day `Against All Rules’ is the book.”

"A read guaranteed to keep you warm at night:)’ ”

A Twist of Fate Jun 12, 2019

by Summerita Rhayne

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"I want to find him. And when I find him, I will destroy him."
Charulata wants revenge. She seeks to spill the blood of the man who ruined her. He married her and left her after one night. The diktats of her society declare only one place suitable for the woman rejected and deserted by her husband – the abode of the concubines. Charulata faces ruin and lives and breathes for one purpose...the only purpose keeping her alive. How to track Deva – and kill him.
Deva knows he had earned the wrath of this woman. Embittered and devastated, he's a wounded lion hunting his enemies. Regrets and softer feelings are long gone from his life. He encounters Charulata with all the arrogance of his forebears. Yet the fire of hate is mixed with the fire of attraction between them. Rage and passion have become inseparable...

A Twist of Fate follows the entwining fortunes of Charu and Deva in the post Vedic ancient India. Greed, treachery, and deception feature highly in this story of royal suspense. Can love have a hope of surviving amid such intrigues?

To be a courtesan in ancient India was a fate far worse than slavery. This is the second book written on the theme by the author. Also read Against The Tide, the story of the royal concubine.
Don’t miss ordering the book.

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His Christmas Miracle (Christmas romance Book 3) Feb 12, 2018

by Summerita Rhayne

( 2 )

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An impossible wish…

Kyle Gallagher's marriage has been a sham. Now after two years of apparent happiness, all he's left with, is a surrogate mother, pregnant with his child. Determined to at least be a proper father, he is ready to care for her throughout her pregnancy. But his experience has left him suspicious. Duped by one woman, he's determined not to let Chrissie out of his sight. So, when she plans a trip to India without his knowledge, Kyle follows hot on her heels.
Chrissie feels oppressed by her situation. Kyle's heavy-handed tactics are driving her mad and to complicate matters even further, she's seriously attracted to him. Surely she can't be drawn to a man this bossy? And then as she gets to know him, an insidious, impossible dream begins. That her baby should have both parents.
As compelling attraction drives them together, that wistful yearning appears to take on a hazy form.
But Chrissie knows her dreams are poised to be shattered. For she is bound to be only a surrogate, never a real mother.

His Christmas Miracle is a sensual, but tender romance set in beachside Goa at coastal India.
Also read other books in series, His Christmas Delight and His Christmas Surprise.

His Christmas Surprise (Christmas romance Book 2) Mar 20, 2017

by Summerita Rhayne

( 11 )

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A heartwarming, sensual romance set in Goa during the festive season and Easter.

Christmas brought an unexpected sparkle in his life
Dan Tollinger is having a bad Christmas. He lost his wife to terminal illness and his boys are behaving badly. He's at his shopping center all day, how can he manage them when he can't find the time?
Tonya needs premises to run her business after her bakery got damaged in a fire. With a son to bring up on her own, the sensible option is to accept Dan’s job offer to housekeep while putting her business back on the track. But will this job be so easy? Dan is brusque and to the point, while his boys don't listen at all!
Then unexpectedly, she finds herself succumbing to her attraction to Dan. And it seems he's not immune either!
Would it be wise to give in to desire and hope something more kindles between them?

Especially when his sons are not ready to accept her in his life.

His Christmas Surprise is the sequel to His Christmas Delight but is complete in itself.

More Than Just Desire Dec 15, 2015

by Summerita Rhayne

( 24 )

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Scared of how he made her feel, she ran away...from him...from Bollywood...

Arfaaz is determined to get his revenge on Piya for making a farce of their marriage and leaving him to face the gossip when he found her in a compromising situation with her co-star. Now she’s back in Mumbai, trying to get back into films. He forces her to stay with him, making it a condition for granting her a divorce. But Piya drives him crazy with her antics. On the top of that, the attraction between them sizzles and threatens to make him forget reason. Piya only cares about finding success in the competitive world of starry glamour. Success is her mantra and her worship. The day he's sure of it will be their last day together…

10 Love Stories: An Indiblogger Selection Jul 1, 2015

by IndiBlogger

( 2 )

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A brief fling between ex-flames ends up all in a jumble. A Chinese dentist who swears by his crocs strikes up a rare friendship with a quiet photographer. On a cold winter's day, amidst the romantic grandeur of old Delhi, something is brewing between two strangers brought together by their parents. This IndiBlogger-HarperCollins collaboration is a collection of the ten best love stories selected by some of contemporary India's finest writers and editors from a list of over 500 entries. These stories are a window to how a new generation of young men and women negotiate matters of love and life in the age of Whatsapp and Facebook. The peppy-dynamic prose within these pages radiates a youthful vitality that perfectly captures its unabashedly urban and modish characters.

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Second Chance At Forever Oct 12, 2016

by Summerita Rhayne

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What happens when the terrible twos come in threes?
Stuti adores her triplets but being a single mother can be a stressful routine. Her mother-in-law helps her, so Stuti feels she owes it to her to fulfil her wish and take her to a visit to Rajasthan. In the land of opulent palaces, her reckless toddler rushes onto a modelling shoot. As she picks up her daughter, her gaze clashes with that of the man she'd hoped never to set eyes on again in her life.
Revath was everything she wanted in a man, but he chose to walk away from her. Now he wants to be back in her life. Six years ago, they chose diametrically opposite ways for themselves. He doesn't believe in forever, so what's he doing asking her for a second chance?
As passion rekindles, good sense is washed away…

Last Man She'd Love Sep 24, 2017

by Summerita Rhayne

( 9 )

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When best laid plans fall apart...
Lyna is all set to marry a movie mogul, when she finds his pregnant ex at her office, begging her to break the engagement and keep her name out of it. Forced to take her flirtatious boss Guy's help, she sets about to break the engagement. But now she's pulled into deeper involvement with Guy.
One trouble leads to another!
She agrees to visit his palatial country house, posing as his fiancée and is drawn into the family and their antics. Sorting out who's who takes time. A stringent grandfather, an ambitious mother, a frustrated half brother are only the beginning!
Attraction makes things complicated...
Propinquity with someone as charming and attractive as Guy doesn't help. But Guy himself is as much of a puzzle as ever. Is he the playboy she thinks him or is there someone else beneath the sardonic pose? Will she ever find out?

Will she break her heart in the process?

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