"Wildly exciting adventure romance!"

One year ago, legendary pirate James Ardmore abducted Diana, Lady Worthing. She fought him like a wildcat, not succumbing to his passionate kisses. Virtue intact, Diana returned to her husband, only to be met with cold disdain. Taking her daughter, Diana escapes the vicious gossip, seeking peace by retreating to her father's island. A quiet happiness engulfs her, especially upon hearing of her husband's premature death. When an injured James Ardmore washes up on the beach, Diana's tranquility abruptly ends.

American pirate hunter James Ardmore searches for the pirate who killed his late brother's family. Vengeance rules his life, and he will destroy anyone who gets in his way, even the beautiful and feisty Diana. Remorse and regrets for past loves and broken friendships fill his thoughts. He prays Diana will not be one of those regrets. Contradictions rule James' life. In England, due to his raids on English privateers, he's branded a criminal. However, in America, where he's from one of Charleston's oldest families, his actions make him a hero.

James and Diana fight as each demands respect from the other. Diana, never a proper lady, destroys James' preconceptions of revenge and love. Their deepening relationship appears threatened, but an unexpected ally from the past comes to their aid.

THE PIRATE HUNTER is a wildly exciting adventure story. Smoldering sensuality and intense emotions from the characters make this a nonstop read, and will make you clamor to purchase Ms. Ashley's previous novels, THE PIRATE NEXT DOOR and PERILS OF THE HEART.

Reviewed by Suan Wilson
Posted April 14, 2004