"A truly terrific Harlequin Romance"

Her father could never forgive her for being born, for in the process of giving birth, her mother, the only woman Abner Lambert ever cared for, died. Rena Lambert grew up knowing her father could just barely tolerate her but that never stopped her from trying to find some way to garner his approval. All hope of winning his love dies a forlorn death once and for all when Abner coldly announces he has arranged for Rena to marry their neighbor, Ford Harlow.

Harlow wants a piece of the Lambert ranch. Abner agrees to his proposal only if Ford will take Rena as his wife also. When Rena refuses to fall in with Abner's plans, he announces his plans to will the ranch over to his foreman rather than leave it to Rena, his only heir. Numb with shock that her father could play with her life so cruelly, Rena decides it's time to move away, but before she leaves, she visits Ford to let him know she won't marry him. The last thing she expects is for Ford to stand up for her rights, offer his support and quietly fold her into his protective arms, giving her the care, attention and affection she has craved all her life.

Just when life seems to be getting better, Rena learns the secret Abner Lambert kept hidden from her all these years...

I read this book in one sitting. Once I started, I couldn't stop until I turned the last page. It's 'that' good. Storyteller extraordinaire, Susan Fox wins the hearts of her readers once again with her latest release, MARRIAGE ON DEMAND. This is without a doubt a truly terrific romance which, in my opinion, is a sure winner.

Ms. Fox has a unique talent to create heart warming characters that climb into your heart the moment they arrive on the scene. Ford Harlow is so easy to love. His quiet, macho, reliable aura spins a web of security and love for shy, insecure, hungry-for-love Rena. Rena's fears of trading in one tyrant for another are unfounded once she experiences Ford's silent acceptance and his respect for her wishes and her opinion. There's just something so special about these two. It was a pleasure to watch their love story unfold so beautifully.

When it comes to creating soft, vulnerable heroines and strong alpha heroes, Ms. Fox has perfected the technique down to a fine art. If you enjoy stories with sexy, powerful heroes, shy, gentle heroines and plenty of sizzling attraction to boot, MARRIAGE ON DEMAND is a must read!

Reviewed by Leena Hyat
Posted April 17, 2002