"Intense category romance! Riveting!"

Imogen Atkins had loved Dracco Barrington for forever. She dreamed of being his bride despite the difference in their ages. At last her dream came true... but at what price?

On her wedding day, Imo's step mother confides in her that Dracco already loves someone and is marrying Imo purely for full control of her considerable wealth. When Imo questions Dracco right after the wedding, he admits to being in love with someone. Heartbroken, Imo flees, leaving behind her broken dreams and struggles to make a new life for herself in South America.

Dracco waits patiently on the sidelines, biding his time. Four years later, when Imo needs a large amount of money, she approaches Dracco. Now that she has come back to him, whatever the reasons, Dracco is determined to keep her in his life. After all, their marriage was never annulled and letting her go again is out of the question. He lays down his terms - he wants his wife back where she belongs and he wants a child. Is Imo willing to pay the price?

If you love alpha heroes who steal your heart from the moment you first meet them, you're going to love Penny Jordan's May Harlequin Presents, THE BLACKMAIL BABY. Talk about intense!

Ms. Jordan's latest novel is a passionate romance between two warm and dignified characters who prove to be strong, courageous and full of a lively sensuality that urges the reader to keep turning those pages. This book was definitely a one-sitting read for me -- very difficult to put down! While Imo and Dracco take the Oscar for creating sizzling tension that burns through the pages and keeping my attention riveted, one cannot overlook the invigorating and refreshing gloss the author has given to the runaway- bride/marriage-of-convenience plot.

With her excellent talent for creating three-dimensional characters and the ability to leave the reader guessing at every turn, Penny Jordan's THE BLACKMAIL BABY is a testatment to her considerable narrative prowess. I highly recommend the book to lovers of Harlequin Presents.

Reviewed by Leena Hyat
Posted September 5, 2002