Claire Delacroix

Biography

Bestselling and award-winning author Claire Delacroix has published over seventy novels and novellas. Her first book, Romance of the Rose was published in 1993. She is USA Today and nationally bestselling, and her medieval romance, The Beauty, was her first book to land on the New York Times List of Bestselling Books.

Claire Delacroix is a pseudonym used by Deborah Cooke for her historical and fantasy romances. Deborah also publishes contemporary and paranormal romances as Deborah Cooke and has written as Claire Cross.
Deborah was the writer-in-residence at the Toronto Public Library in 2009, the first time TPL hosted a residency focused on the romance genre, and she was honored to receive the Romance Writers of America PRO Mentor of the Year Award in 2012. She’s also on the RWA Honor Roll.

She lives in Canada with her family and is an avid knitter.

Where to find Claire Delacroix online

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Series

Los campeones de Santa Eufemia
Los Campeones de Santa Eufemia sigue a un grupo de caballeros a quienes se les ha confiado un tesoro en Jerusalén que ellos deben entregar de manera segura a París. En el camino encuentran aventuras y peligros, además de romance. Dado que las historias se superponen y se construyen unas sobre otras, deben leerse en orden.
The Jewels of Kinfairlie
The Jewels of Kinfairlie is a trilogy of medieval Scottish romances and a short story. The three books in this series each feature one the first three siblings who are the grandchildren of Merlyn and Ysabella, introduced in The Rogue. The Ballad of Rosamunde is a short story and the story of the baby found by Gawain in The Scoundrel.
The Beauty Bride
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The Rose Red Bride
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The Snow White Bride
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Ballad of Rosamunde
Price: $0.99 USD.
The Brides of Inverfyre
In this medieval Scottish series, the stories of the Kinfairlie siblings continue as Ross journeys to Inverfyre to serve under his uncle, the Hawk of Inverfyre who we met in The Warrior. The cousins at Inverfyre are the sons and daughters of the Hawk and Aileen and slightly younger than the family at Kinfairlie, but it’s time for them to find their happy endings, too.
The Mercenary's Bride
Price: $2.99 USD.
The Runaway Bride
Price: $4.99 USD.
The True Love Brides
The True Love Brides series are medieval Scottish romances with paranormal elements. This series continues the stories of the eight siblings at Kinfairlie who are the grandchildren of Merlyn and Ysabella from The Rogue.
The Renegade's Heart
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Highlander's Curse
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Frost Maiden's Kiss
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Warrior's Prize
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Unicorn Series
The Unicorn series are medieval romances featuring a hidden race of kings.
Unicorn Bride
Price: $4.99 USD.
Pearl Beyond Price
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Champions of St. Euphemia
The Champions of St. Euphemia is a series of medieval romances with suspense tones, set during the crusades. The series follows a group of knights entrusted with a treasure in Jerusalem which they must deliver safely to Paris. They find adventure and peril on the way, as well as romance. Since the stories overlap and build upon each other, they should be read in order.
The Crusader's Bride
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The Crusader's Heart
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The Crusader's Kiss
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The Crusader's Vow
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The Crusader's Handfast
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The Bride Quest
The Bride Quest is a series of medieval romances with a fairy tale tone. The first three books follow the adventures of three brothers and the next three feature a widow and her two daughters. The series is structured as two trilogies, so you can begin either at book #1 or book #4.
The Princess
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The Damsel
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The Heiress
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The Countess
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The Beauty
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Temptress
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Rogues of Ravensmuir
The Rogues of Ravensmuir is a trilogy of medieval Scottish romances with a Gothic tone.
The Rogue
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Scoundrel
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The Warrior
Price: $4.99 USD.
Rogues & Angels
A group of knights with nothing to lose joined the First Crusade and rode to Outremer. Six years later, they return home in search of a future—richer and more daring than they were before. Each has a mysterious gift to open upon his homecoming, a gift that is said to have the power to make that knight’s dream come true…
One Knight Enchanted
Price: $4.99 USD.
One Knight's Return
Price: $4.99 USD.
The Brides of North Barrows
The Brides of North Barrows is a series of Regency romance novellas. Daphne and Eurydice, the Goodenham sisters of North Barrows, are the focus of this series of four books: book one is the second-chance-at-love of their governess, an heiress in disguise; book two features Daphne’s conquest of a duke in disguise with no time for love; book three features the duke’s sister and her second-chance-at-love; book four is the story of Eurydice’s marriage of convenience which quickly sparks true love.

Books

El compromiso del caballero de las Cruzadas
Series: Los campeones de Santa Eufemia, Book 5. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 120,580. Language: Spanish. Published: October 19, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Duncan amó y perdió, hasta que Radegunde lo convenció de que volviera a entregar su corazón.
El juramento del caballero de las Cruzadas
Series: Los campeones de Santa Eufemia, Book 4. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 113,300. Language: Spanish. Published: October 19, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
El corazón de Fergus estaba roto para siempre, hasta que Leila lo tentó a amar de nuevo…
El beso del caballero de las Cruzadas
Series: Los campeones de Santa Eufemia, Book 3. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 103,600. Language: Spanish. Published: October 19, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Ancient World, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Bartolomé arde por vengar el pasado, hasta que Anna le da un futuro…
El corazón del caballero de las Cruzadas
Series: Los campeones de Santa Eufemia, Book 2. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 108,920. Language: Spanish. Published: October 19, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Ancient World, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Wulfe conocía su lugar, hasta que Cristina le enseñó a querer más…
Beguiled
Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 92,960. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Fantasy, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Tales of fantasy, romance and forbidden love...Six magical short works of fantasy, romance and forbidden love from New York Times' Bestselling Author Claire Delacroix (also writing as Deborah Cooke) gathered into a single volume for the first time. Included are An Elegy for Melusine, Amor Vincit Omnia, The Leaves, The Kiss of the Snow Queen, Coven of Mercy and The Ballad of Rosamunde.
First Knights
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 438,670. Language: English. Published: September 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
First Knights includes four medieval romance series starters from the Queen of Medieval Romance, Claire Delacroix. Be swept away to a realm of pageantry and chivalry, where each knight competes for his lady’s favor, each lady knows her heart’s desire—and love conquers all. Included are four medieval romances: One Knight Enchanted, The Princess, The Beauty Bride and The Crusader’s Bride.
Kinfairlie Knights
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 315,730. Language: English. Published: September 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Welcome to Kinfairlie and Ravensmuir! Claire Delacroix’s fictional medieval Scottish estate of Kinfairlie and its sister holding of Ravensmuir are the location for many of her bestselling medieval romances. Included in this digital bundle are three first-in-series medieval Scottish romances: The Rogue, The Beauty Bride, and The Renegade’s Heart.
The Beauty Bride
Series: The Jewels of Kinfairlie. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 109,280. Language: English. Published: September 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
When Madeline flees her arranged marriage to a notorious outlaw, she never expects Rhys to follow her, much less to save her from peril and capture her reluctant heart. But when Rhys' past catches up with the newly-wed pair, will Madeline's love be enough to save him?
The Last Highlander
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 112,270. Language: English. Published: September 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Time travel
After the Scots reclaim Edinburgh Castle in 1314, Alasdair MacAuley only wants to celebrate. But the revels are interrupted by an old crone who claims the castle’s true owner is the legendary witch Morgaine le Fee. Dared by his fellow warriors to go meet the witch, Alasdair tumbles right into another century…only to land at the feet of the only woman who can claim his heart forever.
All's Fair in Love & War
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 444,180. Language: English. Published: September 18, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Be swept away by four thrilling medieval romances by the “Queen of Medieval Romance”, each featuring a defiant lady at odds with a persistent and powerful knight. Sparks fly in these battles of wills, but passion will win the day. This digital bundle includes four full-length medieval romances: One Knight's Return, The Scoundrel, The Rose Red Bride and The Warrior's Prize.
The Runaway Bride
Series: The Brides of Inverfyre. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 100,020. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Aoife MacNeill is a beauty and a prize, a former heiress who wants to marry for love, but her father has arranged her marriage to Nigel Armstrong, the oldest son and heir of the Hawk of Inverfyre. One look confirms that Nigel will never possess her heart—although his cousin, Ross of Kinfairlie, is another matter. Aoife knows she cannot escape her fate, but yearns for one last adventure...
The Mercenary's Bride
Series: The Brides of Inverfyre. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 30,750. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Robbed of his possessions, wounded and left for dead, Quentin de Montgomerie has lost everything except his love for Mhairi, the daughter of the Hawk of Inverfyre. He vows to return to Inverfyre and take his vengeance, but arrives to discover that the fierce maiden in possession of his heart has blossomed into a beauty, and that her kiss has the power to give him hope for the future again.
The Warrior's Prize
Series: The True Love Brides. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 118,740. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
At first glimpse, Rafael believes Elizabeth to be an angel sent to judge him—and he knows what her verdict will be. He has made choices in order to survive, and is not proud of them. But Elizabeth dares him to change, with an audacity that awakens a nobility of purpose that Rafael has forgotten he possessed. Can this bold maiden heal the wounds of his past?
The Frost Maiden's Kiss
Series: The True Love Brides. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 119,350. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
A night of violence has left Catriona with no home and no faith in the honor of men. She expects little good from a visit to her lady’s brother, a known mercenary. But Malcolm challenges her expectations with his courtesy—and his unexpected proposal. Little does she realize her past is in hot pursuit, seeking to destroy all she holds dear—including the laird who has claimed her wary heart.
The Highlander's Curse
Series: The True Love Brides. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 97,170. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Cheated of his inheritance and burdened by the legacy of his Fae blood, Garrett MacLachlan believes he is doomed to be an outcast forever—until he meets Annelise of Kinfairlie, a gentle maiden with the power to turn his curse to gift. Can Garrett reclaim his stolen legacy with Annelise by his side?
The Renegade's Heart
Series: The True Love Brides. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 98,750. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
When a rogue knight arrives at Kinfairlie seeking retribution, Isabella is intrigued by his accusation against her brother. Learning more, she loses her heart to Murdoch, who is cursed by the Fae. Can she aid his quest and win his heart before the Fae demand their toll? Does Murdoch dare to hope for a future with this intrepid maiden intent on risking all for their love?
The Ballad of Rosamunde
Series: The Jewels of Kinfairlie. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 17,970. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Fantasy, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Trapped in the realm of Faerie, Rosamunde can only be released by true love – but the man she loved is dead. Padraig yearns to be more than a friend…can he win her heart forever?
The Snow White Bride
Series: The Jewels of Kinfairlie. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 109,230. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
When a desperate widow seeks refuge at Kinfairlie at Christmas, the laird's sisters know he will be the perfect protector and arrange a marriage. Little do the matchmakers suspect that Alexander will lose his heart to his mysterious bride while unveiling her secrets. When Eleanor's past puts Alexander and their future in peril, can she save the knight who has captured her heart?
The Rose Red Bride
Series: The Jewels of Kinfairlie. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 113,950. Language: English. Published: September 17, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Stolen in the night by a warrior determined to avenge himself upon her family, Vivienne dares to hope that she can heal her captor's wounds and capture his heart for her own. Little does she realize how enchanted Erik is by the woman he should despise - or how together, they can overcome the tragedies of the past and regain his stolen legacy.
Pearl Beyond Price
Series: The Unicorn Series, Book 2. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 92,590. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Suspense, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Black Wind, the Mongols hailed him. Swift, fierce and proud. Yet Kira looked upon Thierry de Pereille and saw, not a man marked by legend, but a warrior who had taken her from the life she knew…to a place of passion beyond her wildest dreams.
Unicorn Bride
Series: The Unicorn Series, Book 1. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 101,040. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Suspense, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
For generations, legend had stalked the battlements of the fortress Montsalvat. And now Alienor de Perpignan found herself promised in marriage to the man at the heart of the oft-whispered tales: Dagobert, Count de Pereille. A near-mythic being rumored to be a beast by day – and more than a man by night.
The Crusader's Handfast
Series: The Champions of St. Euphemia, Book 5. Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 121,560. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
After the loss of his wife, Duncan has earned his way as a warrior-for-hire, certain he will never have a home of his own again. Merry Radegunde convinces him to celebrate the life he has and Duncan finds himself unexpectedly beguiled—though he knows the difference in their ages means any match is doomed…Radegunde vows to win Duncan’s reluctant heart—can she convince this warrior to love again?
The Crusader's Vow
Series: The Champions of St. Euphemia, Book 4. Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 115,820. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Returning home to Scotland triumphant and entrusted with a precious relic, Fergus is stunned to learn that his beloved Isobel has wed another man. He knows he will never love again, so a marriage of convenience to his friend and comrade, Leila, seems a fitting compromise. At least it will give Leila the security of a home and husband, even if it offers far less than Fergus desired of marriage…
The Crusader's Kiss
Series: The Champions of St. Euphemia, Book 3. Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 105,890. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Bartholomew returns to England to reclaim his stolen legacy, only to be challenged by a band of thieves. He captures the bold leader, a maiden in disguise, with the wit and audacity that seizes his attention. He suggests a mock marriage to gain access to the keep, never guessing the union will tempt them both to desire more—but can Bartholomew trust a woman who survives by deception?
The Crusader's Heart
Series: The Champions of St. Euphemia, Book 2. Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 113,450. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Suspense, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Wulfe is a Templar knight sworn to the order for life. He will defend the order and his brethren to his last, but is assigned to deliver a package to Paris on the cusp of an attack on Jerusalem. Seeking distraction in a Venetian brothel, Wulfe does not expect to encounter a courtesan of beauty and wit, or her appeal for his assistance—much less his own desire to fulfill her request…
The Crusader's Bride
Series: The Champions of St. Euphemia, Book 1. Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 111,420. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Suspense, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
When the Templar knight Gaston unexpectedly inherits his family estate, he knows he needs a wife and heir. A marriage of convenience to a widow is a practical solution and the newly-wed pair leave Jerusalem, entrusted with the delivery of a package for the Templars. Gaston quickly realizes that little is following his plan—especially his mysterious wife, whose presence awakens an unexpected fire…
The Temptress
Series: The Bride Quest, Book 6. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 113,950. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Esmeraude of Ceinn-beithe knows that she alone can name the winner of her heart. To the knights gallant who ride from afar to do her bidding, she issues a challenge: a riddle that is both quest and test. And then she flees, daring her suitor to follow. Thus begins the Bride Quest of Bayard of Villonne, to compete for the hand of a woman he has never seen…
The Beauty
Series: The Bride Quest, Book 5. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 108,880. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Certain she will never wed for love, sworn to let no man possess her for her beauty alone, Jacqueline de Crevy has vowed to become a bride of God. But en route to the convent of Inveresbeinn, her party is ambushed by a knight, who snatches Jacqueline from her saddle and spirits her away with him. He is Angus MacGillivray—not the black-hearted ravisher she fears but a valiant man of honor...
The Countess
Series: The Bride Quest, Book 4. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 109,420. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Driven from her late husband’s estate, Countess Eglantine de Crevy fled to wildest Scotland to claim a castle, only to find a ruin—and a clan chieftain standing guard. Kinbeath was hers, she declared, vowing to raunch a bride quest so her daughters could marry for love. But Duncan MacLaren had a bride quest of his own, swearing to win the land—and the fiery countess—in a war of sweet seduction…
The Heiress
Series: The Bride Quest, Book 3. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 110,890. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
No woman can resist the charms of Rowan de Montvieux. But the dashing rogue is in no hurry to marry—until his family dares him to find a bride…or risk losing his inheritance. when a slave merchant offers to sell him a ragged peasant girl who carries herself like a queen. Rowan buys her, offering protection if she will lead him to the bride he seeks—never guessing that she is the one he seeks.
The Damsel
Series: The Bride Quest, Book 2. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 112,410. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Pledged to a Bride Quest, Burke has vowed not to return home until he finds his long-lost love. He returns to Kiltorren to discover that the fiery young innocent has become a woman, a servant on her uncle’s estate. Paying penance for Burke’s long-ago embrace, she wants nothing to do with him. Burke knows he must earn her trust again.
The Princess
Series: The Bride Quest, Book 1. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 116,380. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Suspense, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Princess Brianna of Tullymullagh is determined to marry only for love—until her father’s holding is conquered and the king decrees that she must wed one of the victor’s sons. Thinking she can outwit this condition, Brianna issues a challenge: the son who brings her a gift that makes her laugh will win her hand. But Luc, the most interesting of the brothers, refuses to go...
The Warrior
Series: The Rogues of Ravensmuir, Book 3. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 100,010. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Fantasy, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Seized by the notorious Hawk of Inverfyre to be his bride, Aileen is haunted by dreams of a shared past together. Does she dare to trust that she belongs with this inscrutable warrior? The Hawk cannot decide whether to trust his beguiling new bride, given her unexpected knowledge. Will these two find a love and a future together?
The Scoundrel
Series: The Rogues of Ravensmuir, Book 2. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 104,960. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Evangeline is determined to regain the treasure stolen from her family home, even if it means deceiving and robbing a notorious thief like Gawain. But Gawain will not readily surrender either the prize, or his hold over his lovely opponent's heart.
The Rogue
Series: The Rogues of Ravensmuir, Book 1. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 110,460. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Gothic, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Years ago, Ysabella impulsely wed the handsome rogue Merlyn, only to leave her marriage upon discovering that he had deceived her. When he returns to ask for her help in saving his life, can she refuse? Or will his seductive touch overwhelm her reservations? Worse, what if he has claimed her heart forever?
One Knight's Return
Series: Rogues & Angels, Book 2. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 106,810. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Military, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Quinn de Sayerne vowed never to return home while his wicked father drew breath. Twenty years after his departure, the knight and crusader is summoned to claim his family holding after his father’s death. But the overlord decrees that Quinn must wed Melissande, the beautiful but frosty heiress of neighboring Annossy. Quinn resolves to win the heart of his lady wife, no matter what the cost.
One Knight Enchanted
Series: Rogues & Angels, Book 1. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 102,360. Language: English. Published: August 27, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Fantasy, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Medieval
Cursed to take the form of the wolf by day, Rolfe de Viandin is skeptical that love can save him. All he wants is to return home from crusade by the Yule and even the pleasures of a magical palace cannot console him…until a beautiful and bold maiden arrives at his gates, seeking sanctuary, and Rolfe’s hope is restored. Can Annelise win her mysterious husband's heart before her past claims its due?
A Most Inconvenient Earl
Series: The Brides of North Barrows. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 38,090. Language: English. Published: March 22, 2022 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Sebastian is bored with the world’s amusements, until his friend’s ward makes a startling proposal. A wild escape to Gretna Green convinces him that his unexpected bride is perfect for him—except that Eurydice doesn’t believe in love. Can Sebastian win this bluestocking’s reluctant heart in time to save a Christmas—and a marriage—going awry?
A Baron for All Seasons
Series: The Brides of North Barrows. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 33,870. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2021 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Anthea Armstrong left London when she was falsely accused of theft. Now that the real villain has been apprehended, she’s returned to town to arrange her brother’s wedding. She hopes to once again encounter the mysterious suitor who stole her heart with a kiss at a masquerade ball…when she realizes the mysterious man is none other than Rupert Haskell, can she convince him to take a chance on love?
A Duke By Any Other Name
Series: The Brides of North Barrows. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 30,460. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2021 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Historical » Scottish
Alexander, the Duke of Inverfyre, is bent on catching a notorious thief who injured his sister, no matter what the cost. But confronted by the lovely Miss Goodenham, Alexander’s disguise proves to be no defense against her curiosity—and he has no resistance to her kiss. Will Daphne foil Alexander’s plan? Or can Daphne ensure Alexander’s triumph and make her own Christmas wish come true?
Something Wicked This Way Comes
Series: The Brides of North Barrows. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 28,280. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2021 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Fantasy
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Seven years ago, Sophia Brisbane lost everything—her father, her brother, her family fortune—but worse, was rejected by the man she loved. She’s determined not to yearn for the past and its pleasures—until she encounters Lucien de Roye again. Although he knew Sophia could never be his own, Lucien vowed to retrieve her squandered inheritance—even wagering his very soul to a demon.
An Elegy for Melusine
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 28,750. Language: English. Published: September 26, 2021 by Deborah Cooke. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Fantasy, Fiction » Fantasy » Historical
Cursed to shift shape for one day each week, Melusine knows that only love can set her free. When she encounters Raymond, a handsome knight in desperate need of help that only she can give, she believes her chance has come. When their happy match is tested by misfortune, Raymond vows to prove jealous whispers wrong. Will he be tempted to break his pledge to Melusine in search of the truth?

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