"Wonderful addition to the Bedegrayne family saga."

Amara Claeg and Brock Bedegrayne were once as close as brother and sister because their families had been friends. At some point, that friendship turned into love. When she was 16, Amara's family betrothed her to Lord Cornley, who violently took her innocence one night. Coming upon the scene, Brock flew into a rage and attacked Cornley, who eventually lost his life. Brock was forced to leave London.

After being gone for several years, Brock returns and immediately seeks out Amara. He's determined to make her his wife. Amara tries to convince Brock she's not interested, but when they're together, their feelings can't be denied. However, the past is still an obstacle they have to overcome, as well as the upcoming betrothal of Amara to Count Prola, one of her father's business associates. On the night of her birthday ball, Prola kidnaps Amara. Brock and his family set out to rescue her before it's too late and she finds herself in a similar situation as with her first betrothed.

TEMPTING THE HEIRESS is a continuation of the Bedegrayne family saga. Ms. Pierce is such an accomplished author, her characters become real. This story is so touching, you can visualize Brock's disappointment when Amara turns him away and feel Amara's confusion and remorse in doing so. An excellent read.

Reviewed by Tammie Ard
Posted April 14, 2004

Summary

Brock Bedagrayne, the eldest son of the Bedagrayne siblings has secretly longed for Amara Claeg, the daughter of a baron, for what seems like an eternity. When he learns that Amara's parents have arranged for her to wed the wealthy, ruthless Lord Cornley, he is outraged but knows he cannot prevent the nuptials. One night changes Brock's life forever when he and Cornley engage in a druken brawl at a gaming hall, and Cornley is fatally wounded, forcing Brock to flee England. Several years have passed, and Amara is still haunted by memories of a night that shattered her world. Now her father has presented her with the man who is to be her new betrothed, and though she harbors no love for him, she must accept or she will be disowned. Then Brock returns, determined to claim her and she is drawn to a deep desire she cannot ignore---to a man who has vowed to win her heart no matter the cost. Yet surrendering to her forbidden dream is more perilous than she could have imagined for the past has returned with a vengeance, and it will take all the power of a man in love to save her. . .