Moonlight in the Morning

In an all-new trilogy set in blissful Edilean, Virginia, Jude Deveraux weaves together the tales of three young women, best friends since college, and the lives, loves, and dreams that await them.

Sparks are flying between Jecca Layton and Dr. Tristan Aldredge. At the urging of her dear friend Kim, Jecca put the ruthless New York City art world on hold to spend the summer pursuing her passion for painting while enjoying Edilean’s tightly knit artistic community. For years, Kim’s cousin Tris—the town’s handsome and dedicated doctor—felt a deep connection to Kim’s college “sister” Jecca, though they had met only once before; now, Jecca is swept off her feet by this strong, sensitive man in a summer of sensual delights. But when long shadows announce Jecca’s return to “real life” and the big city, the lovers must decide: Can they survive the distance? And who will sacrifice the life they’ve created for themselves to be together?

“Deveraux’s touch is gold.”
—PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

Includes an excerpt from Jude Deveraux’s next novel,
Stranger in the Moonlight

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Critics adore the “exquisite and enchanting”
(
BookPage
)
Edilean novels from “master storyteller”
(
The Literary Times
)
Jude Deveraux. . . . Uncover the romantic secrets of the idyllic Virginia town in these unforgettable
New York Times
bestsellers!

Scarlet Nights

“Deveraux brings to life the sort of sweet and spunky heroines who attract the muscular men her fans expect and enjoy. . . .
Scarlet Nights
will hook readers and leave them with a smile.”

—
Booklist

“Readers familiar with the series will delight in immersing themselves back in the comfortable world of Edilean, and new readers should enjoy exploring it. . . . Deveraux’s colorful cast and easy way with words shine.”

—
Publishers Weekly

“Deveraux is a master storyteller, and her books fairly shimmer with excitement and adventure, making her one of the most popular women’s fiction writers today.
Scarlet Nights
is no exception. With strong characters, down-home charm, and an intriguing story, fans will enjoy catching up with the folks from Edilean.”

—
Times Record News
(Wichita Falls, TX)

Days of Gold

“Deveraux has a sure hand evoking plucky heroines, dastardly villains, and irresistible heroes, as well as a well-rounded supporting cast. . . . The pace moves quickly and the romance sparks with enough voltage to keep readers turning pages.”

—
Publishers Weekly

Lavender Morning

“Sweet and salty characters . . . entertaining . . . one of her most fun and pleasing tales.”

—
Booklist

“Quick dialogue, interesting settings, and plot twists.”

—
Deseret Morning News
(Salt Lake City, UT)

And don’t miss these bestsellers from Jude Deveraux, whose novels are “just plain fun to read . . . she keeps readers on the edge of their seats”
(
The Advocate,
Baton Rouge, LA)

The Scent of Jasmine

“A delightful adventure romance. . . . Deveraux’s enchanting heroine and engaging hero . . . steal the book. This is a tale to read for the simple joy of a well-crafted romance.”

—
RT Book Reviews
(4 ½ stars)

Secrets

“A sweet love story filled with twists and turns.”

—
Booklist

ght="2edth="0em">“The deceptions will keep readers trying to guess the next plot twist.”

—
RT Book Reviews

Someone to Love

“Fabulous. . . . Fast-paced. . . . Delightful paranormal romantic suspense.”

—Harriet Klausner

Have you ever wanted to rewrite your past?
Get swept away in the magic of

The Summerhouse
and
Return to Summerhouse

“Marvelously compelling. . . . Deeply satisfying.”

—
Houston
Chronicle

“Entertaining summer reading.”

—
The Port St. Lucie News
(FL)

“Deveraux is at the top of her game.”

—
Booklist

Savor “an intriguing paranormal tale”*
in her wonderful trilogy

Forever . . . Forever and Always Always
“Bewitching. . . . High-spirited. . . . Irresistibly eerie, yet decidedly a love story.”

—
Publishers Weekly
(starred review)

“Engaging . . . a delightful otherworldly fantasy.”

—Thebestreviews.com*

“Cannot be put down until the last word is read. . . . Truly amazing.”

—
Romance Reviews Today

“[A] modern fairy tale. . . . This is Deveraux at her most pleasurable.”

—Booklist

BOOKS BY JUDE DEVERAUX

The Velvet Promise

Highland Velvet

Velvet Song

Velvet Angel

Sweetbriar

Counterfeit Lady

Lost Lady

River Lady

Twin of Fire

Twin of Ice

The Temptress

The Raider

The Princess

The Awakening

The Maiden

The Taming

The Conquest

A Knight in Shining Armor

Holly

Wishes

The Mountain Laurel

The Duchess

Eternity

Sweet Liar

The Invitation

Remembrance

The Heiress

Legend

An Angel for Emily

The Blessing

High Tide

Temptation

The Summerhouse

The Mulberry Tree

Forever . . .

Forever and Always

Always

Wild Orchids

First Impressions

Carolina Isle

Someone to Love

Secrets

Return to Summerhouse

Lavender Morning

Days of Gold

Scarlet Nights

Scent of Jasmine

Heartwishes

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
  Deveraux, Jude.
Moonlight in the morning : a novel / Jude Deveraux.—1st Pocket Books pbk. ed.
      p. cm.
   I. Title.
PS3554.E9273M59  2011
  813'.54—dc22                              2011018690

ISBN 978-1-4165-0974-5 (print)
ISBN 978-1-4516-5938-2 (eBook)