Scandalous Desires (47 page)

“Exquisite romance… mesmerizing storytelling… incredibly vivid lead characters, earthy writing, and an intense love story.”

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Publishers Weekly

“4½ Stars! TOP PICK! An unforgettable love story that ignites the pages not only with heated love scenes but also with a mystery.”

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RT Book Reviews

“Hoyt expertly spices this stunning debut novel with a sharp sense of wit and then sweetens her lusciously dark, lushly sensual historical romance with a generous sprinkling of fairy-tale charm.”

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Chicago Tribune

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Copyright © 2011 by Nancy M. Finney

Excerpt from
Thief of Shadows
copyright © 2011 by Nancy M. Finney

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First eBook Edition: November 2011

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ISBN: 978-1-609-41912-7