The Heiress at Sea

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A seafaring journey is the second chance for a lady and the last chance for a marquess in a thrilling novel about rebellious love, secrets, and danger by USA Today bestselling author Christi Caldwell.

Perpetually unattached Lady Cassia McQuoid has accepted her fate as a spinster. But how can she be expected to lead a life confined to drawing rooms and royal balls when theres a vast, exciting world to explore Cassia can find but one solution: she masquerades as a thrill-seeking lad and stows away on a ship bound for open waters. Adventure awaits. So does notorious privateer Nathaniel Ellsby.

Nathaniel doesnt want to be the Duke of Roxburghe. Instead, the second-born son relishes his freedom to do as he pleases: pursuing enemy ships in service of the war effort. But when his older brother dies, Nathaniel embarks on one last mission before he fulfills his ducal duties with an arranged marriage. Thats the intention, at leastuntil he discovers that his woefully green deckhand is a fetching but vulnerable woman in disguise.

Nathaniels new mission is to protect Cassia from the perils of the sea, both above and below the water, by sharing the close confines of the captains quarters. As roiling emotions turn to love, Nathaniel and Cassia realize the greatest risksto the Crown, to their futures, and to the heartstill lie ahead.

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Cassia and Nathans passionate romance will captivate readers. This is a winner. Publishers Weekly (starred review) Caldwell, following The Duke Alone, continues the stories of the chatty and charming McQuoid sisters butting heads with reluctant members of the ton, with some added swashbuckling for good measure. Library Journal Caldwell creates a delightful Regency romp filled with crackling dialog and steamy love scenes....A fun, fast read for those looking for a satisfying escape. Historical Novels Review

Author Bio

Christi Caldwell is the USA Today bestselling author of numerous series, including Wantons of Waverton, Lost Lords of London, Sinful Brides, Wicked Wallflowers, and Heart of a Duke. She blames novelist Judith McNaught for luring her into the world of historical romance. When Christi was at the University of Connecticut, she began writing her own tales of loveones where even the most perfect heroes and heroines had imperfections. She learned to enjoy torturing her couples before they earned their well-deserved happily ever after. Christi lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she spends her time writing and baking with her twin girls and courageous son. For more information visit www.christicaldwell.com.