How the Scot Stole the Bride : A Steamy Historical Enemies to Lovers Regency Romance

Laura A. Barnes

Jul 2021 · Matchmaking Madness Book 4 · Laura A. Barnes

About this ebook

When fate opens a door, one must …

She was destined to become a Duchess. He wanted to claim her for himself. Before the wedding vows are spoken, can they explore the depths of their attraction?

Selina Pemberton’s father arranged for her to marry a duke’s son when she was a young girl still in the nursery. Their marriage would unite two dukedoms and lay the foundation for a powerful dynasty. However, he wasn’t the gentleman who starred in her fantasies. No. The honor went to the groom’s cousin. A most maddening Scotsman. He irritated her with his teasing and the nickname Duchess he bestowed on her. Yet his kisses ignited a passion that soothed her soul. Every stolen moment with him tempted Selina to defy her father’s demands. Can Selina change the course of her destiny? Or is she destined for a marriage of loneliness?

There wasn’t a lass who didn’t find Duncan Forrester charming. With the exception of his cousin’s bride to be. A lady who had stolen his heart. He shouldn’t give into his temptation to seduce her, but her vulnerability kept drawing him under her spell. He wished to steal her away to Scotland. When Selina finally opened her heart to him, Duncan thought they would spend their lifetime loving each other. However, his uncle had other plans. He forced them apart, leaving Duncan struggling to win Selina’s affection. When he caught her sharing a kiss with his cousin, Duncan realized he must confess of his love. Can Duncan convince Selina of his undying devotion? Or would he allow other forces to keep them apart?

A lady whose greatest wish was to feel loved. A gentleman whose greatest wish was forbidden. Would these two fall victim to a lost courtship? Or would Selina and Duncan succumb to scandalous temptation?

How the Scot Stole the Bride is the fourth book in Laura A. Barnes’s Matchmaking Madness Series. If you enjoy an emotional romance filled with passionate scenes, then you’ll love Selina and Duncan’s gripping love story.

Spoil yourself with How the Scot Stole the Bride today!

 

Ratings and reviews

The Duke of Colebourne and his sister-in-law and cohort Lady Susanna Forrester are at it again, matchmaking that is. This piece of Matchmaking Madness features Selena Pemberton and Duncan Forrester. The problem with this prospective match? Selena, the daughter of the Duke of Norbury, is betrothed to Lucas, Uncle Theo’s son (even though they don’t care for each other, and he is in love with someone else). The trick is to get one of the two to call off the betrothal. Uncle Theo has his own way of sorting things out, but this one may not be so easy. The is a wonderfully entertaining story. There are large doses of drama, humor, and angst. There is a wonderful cast of characters. Duncan and Selina are perfect for each other and so much fun to watch. Hopefully the cousins and Selena will come to a better understanding. Uncle Theo and Lady Forrester are loving, thoughtful, a just a little bit sneaky. Their plan to nudge Duncan and Selina toward each other is interesting. They look on and, as always, Uncle Theo maintains that things will sort out the right way, and they do. An enjoyable story. I recommend it. I received an ARC of this book via BookSprout. My review is voluntary.

She was suppose to marry the duke's son.. Had been betrothed to him since childhood. Yet he loved another and she did not love him. Plus there was the Scot, oh yes the irresistible Scot! Duncan, the cousin of Selina's betrothed could not deny his attraction to her. He could see that she was not in love with Lucas, but he wanted her to choose him instead. He knew she was attracted to him and especially by that kiss.... Selina did not want to marry Lucas, but it had been decided years ago by their fathers. Plus, the Scot infuriated her.. or could it be she was wildly attracted to him? A delightful journey to finding true love, even when there were a few bumps in the road, it can never be denied! Another great addition to this wonderful series!

A dreaded commitment. If you have read any of the other books in the series who will have been introduced to Selina and in all fairness she was not a likable character. Then you think about the fact that there had been an arranged marriage since she was babe. It would be hard to have a life when it was already planned out for you. Then meeting the groom Lucas Grey he is cold towards her but not really a bad sort. In truth she is attracted to Duncan and she and Lucas are trapped in family obligation. Duncan Forrester is the Scotsman who is charming and maddening and not the man her father has chosen. My heart went out to Selina and I think the author did a splendid job of showing everything she was going through and allowing to understand and forgive her past mistakes. Duncan was dream I adored this character. I found the book deeply moving as I saw these characters interact. Great job by the author and high praise for such a wonderful story I hope you check it out. I did receive a free copy of this book from Booksprout and voluntarily chose to review it.

About the author

International selling author Laura A. Barnes fell in love with writing in the second grade. After her first creative writing assignment, she knew what she wanted to become. Many years went by with Laura filling her head full of story ideas and some funny fish songs she wrote while fishing with her family. Thirty-seven years later, she made her dreams a reality. With her debut novel Rescued By the Captain, she has set out on the path she always dreamed about.​

When not writing, Laura can be found devouring her favorite romance books. Laura is married to her own Prince Charming (who for some reason or another thinks the heroes in her books are about him) and they have three wonderful children and two sweet grandbabies. Besides her love of reading and writing, Laura loves to travel. With her passport stamped in England, Scotland, and Ireland; she hopes to add more countries to her list soon.

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