In 1822 in the English Channel, the unconscious body of Major Logan Monteith, of the East India Company, washes ashore during a vicious storm. Linnet Trevission and her young wards rescue the amnesiac officer. As Logan recovers at Mon Coeur, he dreams of erotic sex that seems all too real. Linnet cannot deny herself the secret seduction of the comatose essence of masculinity ensconced in her own bed. Logan, guessing the reality of his "dream," prompts Linnet to insist on payment for his care in the form of his educating her in the ways of sinful pleasure. Linnet has never expected marriage and believes this to be her one chance at a sexual experience.

Logan is beyond surprised at learning Linnet is sole owner and Captain of the Trevission Shipping Empire. She insists on transporting Logan in his hunt for the Black Cobra Cult and their assassins who left him for dead, while he searched for the parchment that could destroy their cult and end their heinous acts in India. Thus begins the sword- slashing and bloodletting battles against the assassins during their trek across the country. Surprise is on Logan's side with Linnet being as proficient with the swiftness of sword and quickness of mind as any soldier. Logan and Linnet fall in love, but convincing Linnet to marry him is another matter. Of course, this argument will ensue only if they survive the battle ahead of them to complete their mission.

THE BRAZEN BRIDE is another tale in the Black Cobra Quartet from this talented author. Now that I have read of the extremely strong-willed and self-sufficient female, Linnet, I will endeavor to read the other novels in this series. Prepare yourself for tons of action and quick-witted thinking and conniving, especially from Linnet. I found this story to be very colorful and exciting, and I totally admired Linnet's character and devotion in what she believes to be right.

Book Summary

Wounded in battle, forced to abandon ship, Logan Monteith's mission has gotten off to a shaky start. As he recuperates in a tiny English village, he finds his respect and desire for his rescuer, Linnet Trevission, grows with each passing day.

For her part, Linnet's strength and wisdom have made her a respected leader at home--but there is more to heal in Logan than physical wounds...her greatest battle now is convincing him that the connection they feel is real and everlasting--before it's too late.

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