Best of
Historical-Romance

1987

Honor's Splendour


Julie Garwood - 1987
    Then, in vengeance for a bitter crime, Baron Duncan of Wexton—the Wolf—unleashed his warriors against Louddon. Exquisite Madelyne was the prize he catured...but when he gazed upon the proud beauty, he pledged to protect her with his life. In his rough-hewn castle, Duncan proved true to his honor. But when at last their noble passion conquered them both, she surrendered with all her soul. Now, for love, Madelyne would stand fast...as bravely as her Lord, the powerful Wolf who fought for...Honor’s Splendour.

Once and Always


Judith McNaught - 1987
    Bewildered by his arrogance yet drawn to his panther-like grace, she senses the painful memories that smolder in his eyes. When he gathers her at last into his arms, arousing a sweet, insistent hunger, they wed and are embraced by fierce, consuming joy -- free from the past's cruel grasp. Then, in a moment of anguish, Victoria discovers the treachery at the heart of their love . . . a love she had dreamed would triumph not just once, but always.

Savage Horizons - Book One of the BLUE HAWK SAGA


Rosanne Bittner - 1987
    Caleb struggles to let go of the only habits and culture he's ever known - that of the Cheyenne - and gradually learns to live among the whites, but not without great difficulty and prejudice against him in the white world. Through it all he never stops wearing a blue quill necklace that belonged to his Indian mother, a part of his past that will always remind him of his true blood.Besides Tom and Cora Sax, the white man and woman who love Caleb like their own son, someone else shows Caleb true, loyal love. It is Tom and Cora's daughter, Sarah. Sarah and Caleb fall in love, instigating years of struggling to stay together against tremendous odds. Sarah discovers Tom Sax is not her real father, and she is stolen away in marriage to a white man she does not love. Devastated, she is led to believe Caleb is dead. Caleb spends years searching for her, and when he finds her at last, a dynasty is born from their blood.

Lonesome River


Dorothy Garlock - 1987
    This is the romantic saga of a courageous widow who forges the Illinois frontier to make a new life. The author is an expert on the pioneer era, and she uses actual diaries and letters from that time to authenticate her stories.Her cornsilk hair loose in the wind. Liberty drove her Conestoga wagon as if the devil were after her. She had run away from New York when her Pa demanded she marry Stith Lenning, a domineering coward who would use her body and break her spirit. Liberty's response was NEVER...never, as long as a land waited in the West where a river ran fast, and a woman was free to follow her dreams. But rampaging Indians along the Wabash's deep waters and Stith's relentless pursuit were more than even a feisty beauty could handle. Then, guns blazing, frontiersman Farr Quill rode into her life. With the same steely strength that had tamed the wilderness, he offered Liberty his protection...all he demanded in return as her total surrender.

An Unconventional Courtship


Dorothy Mack - 1987
     Can Cleone play matchmaker while keeping her own heart intact? Regency England Orphaned and with no dowry, Cleone Latham relies on the protection of her penny-pinching great-uncle, the Earl of Brestwick. At twenty-three, she has resigned herself to a humble life of running his household and keeping the peace between him and her lively cousins. When the enigmatic Lord Altern comes to stay Bramble Hall — apparently intent on courting her most beautiful cousin, Emerald Hardwicke — Cleone must help promote the advantageous match. But Lord Altern seems more interested in playing chess with the old earl and discussing art with Cleone than seeking out Emerald’s company. And as they spend more time together, Cleone finds it increasingly difficult to resist his mysterious charm… An Unconventional Courtship by Dorothy Mack is a classic Regency romance full of twists and surprises.

Secret Fire


Johanna Lindsey - 1987
    Within minutes, Lady Katherine St. John was dragged from the London street like a common waif and carries off to a sumptuous town house...

Killigrew Clay


Rowena Summers - 1987
    After all, he was the heir to the biggest clay works in all of Cornwall, and she was but the daughter of one of their workmen.For just as an unexpected passion began to blossom between Morwen Tremayne and Ben Killigrew, the fates seemed determined to stifle its growth. A long, bitter struggle between owner and workforce brought about Charles Killigrew’s sudden illness, and with it Ben’s summons to the head of the family firm.Morwen and Ben, innocent victims of other men’s antagonisms, find themselves party to a conflict not of their making, that threatens to cut them off not only from their families, but from each other…A touching, heartbreaking tale of a love that conquers all, Killigrew Clay is perfect for fans of Rosie Goodwin, Lesley Pearse and Linda Finlay

Moontide Embrace


Constance O'Banyon - 1987
    Now, five years later, the gangly girl had become a breathtaking beauty, ready to find the one who had sparked her passion and show him how much of a woman she had become. When she recognized the brazen pirate at New Orleans' fanciest masquerade ball, Liberty's skin tingled with excitement. But before the nubile blonde could reveal her identity to him, Judah had insolently branded her lips with his, roughly tied her up, then kidnapped her on horseback!STARLIT SURRENDERWhen long ago Liberty's sister had framed Judah for murder, the furious male had vowed that one day he d have revenge... and punish the faithless witch as only a man can! With rage firing his blood he never stopped to think that the wench bound and gagged before him wasn't his enemy. As they galloped further into the velvety dark, Judah freely fondled the traitor's lush curves, graphically growling how he'd get even with her. Then, without giving her a chance to explain, the determined privateer took her in his arms, little knowing who really writhed beneath him, first in protest, then in ecstasy, entranced by Judah 's sensual MOONTIDE EMBRACE..

Summer Storm


Catherine Hart - 1987
    Windrider was destined to lead his people as a warrior chief and to tame the woman named Summer Storm. Tough she had given her heart to another, he vowed their tumultuous joining would be climaxed in a whirlwind of ecstasy.

Enchantress Mine


Bertrice Small - 1987
    From the golden pleasure domes of Constantinople to the barbaric pomp of Malcolm of Scotland's court, this is the magical tale of ravishingly beautiful Mairin of Aelfleah, called "Enchantress" by the three men who loved her: Basil, Prince of Byzantium; Josselin, gallant knight; and the tragic Eric Longsword.

The Raven and the Rose


Virginia Henley - 1987
    The love child of King Edward IV, Roseanna Castlemaine was pledged to her father's most prized warrior. Baron Ravenspur was dark, strong, and commanding, and in the bedchamber, where he forced her to honor her marriage vows, she learned to crave his intoxicating touch. And still she swore not to love him even as she surrendered to the dark rapture of... THE RAVEN.HIS PASSION WAS THE FIRE...Lord Roger Montford's shoulders were broad within the coat of mail that made him invulnerable to everything but Roseanna's innocence. Obsessed with taming the fiery beauty who inflamed his flesh, he fell in love, knowing ruthless men plotted to topple the king he served and at the heart of the intrigue was she who would be either his death or his salvation...THE ROSE.

Prairie Embrace


Rosanne Bittner - 1987
    Then, out of the blue, she met the heated gaze of a bronze-skinned, jet-haired Indian and suddenly the dry, barren landscape was lifeless no more. Her flesh tingled with his nearness; her blood sang through her veins as he leaned even closer. The gorgeous pioneer reminded herself that he was a savage heathen and beneath her regard but deep inside she knew her fate was forever bound to his!When the powerful Sioux warrior Tohave spotted the lone wagon trespassing on reservation land, he raised his lance and charged, intent on punishing the palefaces for invading his territory. But where he expected to see an ugly white-eyes, he found the creamy-skinned temptress who had haunted his dreams. He pulled her close so she wouldn't run away; he traced her lush curves to make sure she was real. Tohave hated her for coming West, but couldn't stop the swell of love that filled him with primitive passion, as he took her in his Prairie Embrace.

Beloved Embrace


Cassie Edwards - 1987
    Pirate Brandon Seton realizes that resisting this jewel of the sea will surely drive him mad unless he can win her heart. Reissue.

Desert Heart: The Girl Was Under Her Guardian's Protection - Could She Capture His Heart?


Bobbi Smith - 1987
    A fellow rancher and friend of her father, he thinks the headstrong girl must be a handful to raise, but otherwise pays her no mind. She heads off to school back east and he takes the job as the local lawman. Everybody trusts him.Seven years later, after Lorelei Spencer’s father dies and she returns to Arizona an heiress and finds out to her unpleasant surprise, that her father appointed marshal Rand McAllister as her guardian in the will. PROTECTING GUARDIAN Rand McAllister vowed not to get involved with any woman, let alone someone as young and independent as Lorelei, but he finds it hard to fight his desire. I want her so badly. He must find a way to protect her from the ruthless enemies who surround her with one thought on their minds: taking away her lands, her wealth and her virginity. He must find a way to keep her safe and claim her proud heart as his. ESCAPE INTO THE WORLD OF HORSES, STEAMY SEX AND WESTERN BLUE SKY A COWBOY FOR CHRISTMAS BAYOU BRIDE BRAZEN BRIDES OF DURANGO 1: ELISE BRIDES OF DURANGO 2: JENNY BRIDES OF DURANGO 3: TESSA CAPTIVE PRIDE DEFIANT DESERT HEART DREAM WARRIOR EDEN FORBIDDEN FIRES FOREVER AUTUMN HALF-BREED WARRIOR HALF-BREED'S LADY HAVEN HIRED GUN HUNTER'S MOON KISS ME FOREVER LADY DECEPTION LAWLESS, TEXAS LONE WARRIOR MIRACLES OUTLAW'S LADY RAPTURE'S RAGE RAPTURE'S TEMPEST RELENTLESS RENEGADE'S LADY RUNAWAY SWEET SILKEN BONDAGE TEXAS SPLENDOR THE HALF BREED THE LADY'S HAND THE LADY AND THE TEXAN WANTED: THE TEXAN WANTED: THE HALF-BREED WANTON SPLENDOR WESTON'S LADY REVIEWS OF DESERT HEART 3.86 average rating all editions, 57 ratings, 4 reviews, added by 194 people, 63 to-reads, 91% of people like it—Goodreads4.3 out of 5 stars (2 customer reviews)—Amazon“Know this, the book will draw u in from the beginning n keep u guessing on the conclusion.” – Vinita, Goodreads reviewBobbi Smith is the consummate storyteller." —RT Book Reviews BONUS This edition contains a bonus excerpt from DREAM WARRIOR by Bobbi Smith. ABOUT BOBBI SMITH Bobbi Smith is a New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author with more than 6 million books in print. She has been awarded the prestigious Romantic Times Storyteller of the Year Award and two Career Achievement Awards. Since she sold her first book, Rapture’s Rage, in 1982 she has published more than 38 books and contributed to six collections of short stories. When she’s not on deadline, Bobbi teaches writing at The Write Stuff at the University of Missouri, St. Louis, and is a frequent guest speaker for writer’s groups. Her western historical romances appeal to readers of C. J. Petit, Shirleen Davies, and Judith E. French. Bobbi Smith is the mother of two sons and lives in St. Charles, Missouri, with her husband and three dogs.

Passion's Angel (Apache Quartet Book 2)


Betty Brooks - 1987
    He was a handsome man and he was badly wounded. The Indians had him spread-eagled between two trees, badly injured, and waiting for them to finish him off. Although she was on the trail of her parents killers, she knew that she couldn't leave him to his fate. She had to save him from the Indians, even though it meant losing the trail of the men who had murdered her family. Jake Logan woke with a bullet hole in his shoulder and the most incredible dream he'd ever had of a green eyed woman with long, silky flaming hair. Was he still dreaming, or could this goddess actually exist? He was determined to find her again, no matter what it took. But first, he had to complete his mission. He must find Rebecca and Grant Mallory. It was necessary that he complete that mission and then he would find his dream woman. Meanwhile, he would accept the help of this young boy who had rescued him from the Indians and perhaps he could change the green eyed boy's mind about searching for the men who had killed his parents. But no matter what, nothing could stop him from searching for his green eyed Angel before he returned to his home in the east. And he would find her, no matter what it took.

Love in Disguise


Edith Layton - 1987
    One was the cynical and brilliant Mr. Warwick Jones; the other, the handsome and honorable Julian, Viscount Hazelton. Soon both men were vying for her hand.

Golden Paradise


Constance O'Banyon - 1987
    Curvaceous Valentina Barrett had to exploit her dancing talent in San Francisco's notorious Crystal Palace. Ashamed that she had to resort to such a base profession, the golden-haired beauty appeared as the veiled Jordanna to protect her reputation. Then she met wealthy, jet-haired Marquis Vincente and immediately knew he was the only man she could ever marry. Now, though, she was tangled in a trap of her own making, for "Jordanna" couldn't resist making him her lover-and Valentina learned she could never hope to trust him as a husband! DAYTIME INNOCENTTowering and arrogant, handsome and rich, Marquis Vincente knew there were two types of women: one to wed, the other to bed. After meeting sweet Valentina Barrett, she stole his heart and he instantly pegged her as his bride. But when he saw the intriguing Jordanna whirl across the stage, Marquis followed her arching back, her shapely legs, and her swiveling hips and decided that the undoubtedly experienced courtesan was the one to be his mistress. He could never unleash his lust upon his virginal wife; with Jordanna he'd share his powerful, masterful touch and revel in love's GOLDEN PARADISE

The Juniper Bush


Audrey Howard - 1987
    Heartbroken and confused she makes a hasty marriage but never forgets her true love. From the author of THE MORNING TIDE.

Wayward Lady


Nan Ryan - 1987
    She makes a secure but loveless marriage, then is taken prisoner by a feared Indian bandit. After a time, they fall in love, setting them on a collision course with the jilted husband.

Roxelana și Soliman


Vintilă Corbul - 1987
    The unlikely but legendary love story between Polish noblewoman Alexandra Lisowska, illegitimate (but still acknowledge and hence member of the high nobility) daughter of an aristocratic Polish bishop and the greatest Ottoman Sultan of all times, Suleiman the Magnificent

Destiny's Daughter


Ruth Ryan Langan - 1987
    From her convent home, Annalisa Montgomery sailed downriver to her wealthy mother, a mysterious woman she had never known. En voyage, a handsome gambler flashed his heart-stopping smile, and with a single touch he filled her with unsettling desire. Chase Masters vowed to pursue this exquisite creature with all his dashing charm. But in New Orleans Annalisa fled, only to discover that her mother's sudden demise had left her a shocking legacy…the most gracious house of pleasure in the South's most wicked city! Swept into a maze of corruption and intrigue, Annalisa was saved by the sudden appearance of Chase, ever ready to protect her. With his masterful sensuality he aroused in her a woman's needs, until at last she lost herself in his impassioned arms. But Chase harbored a dangerous secret that could surely shatter their love. One a final mission for his country, he would spin fortune's wheel for their future and for his life!

The Pirate's Captive


Dana Ransom - 1987
    No man had the right to be so handsome... or so cruel. He'd taken her hostage, stolen her dowry, and now he was robbing her of her sanity as well. How else could she explain her craving for his caress? What other reason could there be for the sensations his startling green eyes aroused in hen for the stormy desires he sparked with the gentlest touch? She had to be mad to love such a devil, yet she knew she would find heaven in his strong arms. UNSCRUPULOUS ROGUE Nicholas had never discovered a more alluring treasure. A man could drown in the dark depths of her eyes, bury himself in her silken chestnut curls. That she was betrothed to his enemy only added to her charm, for what better revenge than to send his foe, a bride who had lost both her dowry and her innocence? And teaching her the pleasures of passion, would be even more enjoyable than spending her wealth! He could easily imagine her flushed with desire, welcoming him into her sweet embrace, ready to forsake everything to remain The Pirate’s Captive

Memento


Eleanora Brownleigh - 1987
    His deeper-than-amber gaze promised indescribable delights; his mere touch electrified her with desire. Even if it meant forsaking her rich and comfortable New York City home, the headstrong beauty was determined to travel not just across the uncivilized continent, but to the ends of the earth to be one with Gregory for all time.UNPARALLED AROUSALThe dark secrets of his past ruled out love for dashing Gregory West. Then he saw stunning, satin-skinned Katherine—and was crazed with the need to make her surrender to the ecstasy of passion again and again. He'd never be able to take her hand in marriage, though nothing could stop him now from savoring her whole body in pleasure for a brief intense fling that would forever remain his dearest, most cherished Memento

Heart of the Hunter


Linda Sandifer - 1987
    

Untamed Captive


Elaine Barbieri - 1987
    Now, fans can't wait to read this magnificently sensual Indian historical.