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The Bride

The Lairds' Brides, Book 1

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The Bride

By: Julie Garwood
Narrated by: Rosalyn Landor
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An arranged marriage leads to passionate love in this classic Scottish historical romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Garwood.

By edict of the king, the mighty Scottish laird Alec Kincaid must take an English bride. His choice is Jamie, youngest daughter of Baron Jamison - a feisty, violet-eyed beauty. Alec aches to touch her, to tame her, to possess her...forever. But Jamie has vowed never to surrender to a man she considers a highland barbarian.

Alec is everything Jamie’s heart has warned her against - an arrogant scoundrel whose rough good looks speak of savage pleasures. While Kincaid’s scorching kisses set fire to her blood, she is determined to resist him...until one rapturous moment quells their clash of wills, and something far more dangerous than desire threatens to conquer her senses...

Praise for #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Garwood:

“[Garwood] attracts readers like beautiful heroines attract dashing heroes.” -USA Today

“Julie Garwood creates masterpieces every time she writes a book.” -The Kansas City Star

“The talented Ms. Garwood keeps you enthralled.” -Rendezvous

©1991 Julie Garwood (P)2009 Brilliance Audio, Inc. Historical Historical Fiction Romance Highlander Heartfelt
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love Garwood's writing style, and this book is no exception. great characters and storylines.
narration was well done.
definitely recommend!!!

fantastic

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I thought this book would be difficult one using a 2024 lense but it was surprisingly great.

Written so long ago but still a great read.

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Enjoyable endearing characters, funny, romantic and excellent narrator. A feel good novel with an unbelievably naive but incredibly capable female lead. But that is what a good romance novel is... fantasy!!

loved it!

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I always find something to smile about in a Julie Garwood novel. From her courageous heroine to the humour within the story. Light, fun and warm

Julie Garwood never fails

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So entertaining, one of the best stories I've listened to in a long time. Romance, mystery and so funny.

the best

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I have read this book many times and love it just as much each time. This is my first Audible Book and I loved it. So good when you're tired.

One of My All Time Favourite Books

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I read this book in the late 80’s and loved it then. I really enjoyed the audible. The hero and heroine are in my top 20 favorites of all time.

An old favorite

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this book was one of my favourites, I'll be looking for more by this author

great read

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This is one on few books I would be happy to listen again. Captivating all the way, couldn't stop listening. Rosalyn excellent as usual.

My new favorite

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I loved hearing the different accents come to life with the archetypal masculine Scot and headstrong female lead that Julie Garwood is known for, but the story fell a little flat for me - most of the action happened right near the end! It was still a good read overall.

Julie Garwood Classic

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