From HQN Books ISBN # 0-373-77065-0 Betrothed at birth... Promised to Merrick of Tregellas when she was but a child, Lady Constance was unwilling to wed a man she remembered only as a spoiled boy. Sure he had grown into an arrogant knight, she sought to make herself so unappealing that Merrick would refuse to honor their betrothal. Yet no sooner had this enigmatic, darkly handsome man ridden through the castle gates than she realized he was nothing like the boy she recalled. And very much a man she could love... Bound by desire... Haunted by secrets from his past, Merrick was unwilling to return to Tregellas -- until he caught sight of his bride-to-be. Beautiful and spirited, Lady Constance was everything he wanted in a wife. She stirred his passion -- and his heart -- as no woman ever had before. But what would happen when she discovered the truth? When enemies begin plotting their downfall, only trust can save a match never meant to end in true love. Read an Excerpt Order From Amazon "THE UNWILLING BRIDE is an entertaining medieval romance starring a wonderful male protagonist..." -- The Best Reviews Want to see a larger version of the covers?

"THE UNWILLING BRIDE is filled with intrigue and betrayal that can only be resolved if there is love and trust.... I highly recommend this thoroughly engrossing tale! -- Romance Junkies To read the entire review at Romance Junkies A Romance Reader At Heart Top Pick! "...one of the most talented writers of the historical genre. Her writing captivates, spellbinds, taking a reader away on a whirlwind of emotion and intrigue until you just can't wait to see how it all turns out. I had to stop myself more than once from skipping to the last chapter because I was so excited to see how this book would end." --Romance Reader at Heart To read the entire review at Romance Reader at Heart THE UNWILLING BRIDE receives A Romance Review's Highest Rating Five Roses! "If you are looking for a fix for your medieval historical romance need, then grab hold of a copy of award- winning author Margaret Moore’s The Unwilling Bride and do not let go! Margaret Moore demonstrates once again why she is the master of the medieval. Lord Merrick is a true tortured hero that will make you swoon from page one, and his Lady Constance is a perfect match. Surprising twists and turns are wrought through out The Unwilling Bride that will keep you guessing right up to the smasharoo ending! -- A Romance Review To read the entire review at A Romance Review "With THE UNWILLING BRIDE, Ms. Moore is once again able to sweep readers away to the magical time and place of Medieval England and spin an enchanting tale of romance and intrigue. Readers cannot help but be enamored by the resolute Constance and the irresistible Merrick. Both are superbly drawn and realistic characters full of integrity, fortitude, and, of course, vulnerabilities, which are what make the reader come to care for them." --Romance Reviews Today To read the entire review at Romance Reviews Today "Margaret Moore is an exceptionally talented writer, and she writes historical romance with aplomb.... The historical element of her writing is always researched and implemented beautifully into the story. The setting is always described so that the reader feels like they are right in the midst of the story, and the characters are marvelous. " --Cataromance.com To read the entire review at Cataromance "The Unwilling Bride is a perfect match for lovers of historical romance! These pages have a creative touch of mystery and antiquity, which more than satisfies! I've often wondered if Margaret Moore has as much fun writing these books as I have reading them! Her characters are consistently credible, and their motivations are aptly described. In this story, an intriguing prologue starts the action, planting some questions while hinting at secrets. The setting is rich in vivid detail and lends an air of authenticity to the tale." In the Library Reviews To Read The Entire Review at In The Library Reviews