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Promises of Seduction: An Anthology

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"The Durango Affair"

"I'm having your baby."

Savannah Claiborne's statement sets off an avalanche in ranger Durango Westmoreland's carefully ordered life. Suddenly an unforgettable night of passion with the hazel-eyed beauty turns into a lifetime obligation for the confirmed bachelor.

But Westmoreland men always honor their responsibilities. So he proposes and she accepts...with one condition--theirs will be a marriage in name only.

"Ian's Ultimate Gamble"

Casino owner Ian Westmoreland thinks he's seen the last of Brooke Chamberlain--until she checks in to his resort. Brooke betrayed him years before, and Ian is willing to bet there's more to her visit than she's admitting.

No woman came close to igniting the passion inside him as Brooke once did. If Ian is going to discover what she's hiding, what better way than by seducing her? But in this game of bedroom cat and mouse, the stakes are very high. Raising the question, will Ian's wager pay off?

378 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 20, 2011

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Brenda Jackson

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In 1994, Brenda Jackson’s first novel, Tonight and Forever, was released. Since then she has had more than 100 novels and novellas published (the first African-American author to accomplish such a feat) and has over 3 million books in print.

A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.

In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.

In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.

Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.

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1,502 reviews59 followers
June 18, 2024
I love the simple quality of this story and plot. She is one of my favorites to read on a rainy day.
68 reviews5 followers
March 19, 2018
While this book is good, I have come to realize that the Westmoreland series is very typical of what people think of when they think about romance novels. Most of the book happens within a span of two week and while I love a love story, I want it to be a bit more realistic.
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November 6, 2018
WOW

There's no words to express about the Westmoreland series .
I wish I could meet a Westmoreland man ,..Than you.
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February 8, 2020
Great books

Love all her books the are some good she has the best books out there to read on a cold winter day
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July 7, 2020
I enjoyed both stories ☺ and they kept me interested.. cant wait to read more about the Westmorelands
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January 17, 2016
Author: Brenda Jackson
Published By: Harlequin
Age Recommended: Adult
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: 5

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"Promises of Seduction" by Brenda Jackson was another awesome romantic stories. This was two classic Westmoreland series and a great love read and this is what can happen from a 'one night stand.'

The Durango Affair....

Savannah Claiborne (heroine)was a free lance photographer ...sister to Jessica...now she had found herself pregnant...she must inform the father...how would he take it? She leaves Philadelphia for Montana to visit... Durango Westmoreland (hero)from Montana...was a ranger...brother of Chase and sister in law...Jessica. What would happen when he found out about the baby?

Now what happens when two people who have been hurt in different ways by love will be able to find the everlasting love in each one. Now, we will have to see what will happen in this novel...and this is where I say you must pick up this awesome read to find out just what will happen between these two people!

and now...

Ian's Ultimate Gamble...Ian Westmoreland...would this person remain single even after seeing Ms. Chamberlain after she had once betrayed him?...

Brooke Chamberlain...now what was going on with them at this time? Now, again this is where I tell you in order to find out you must pick up the wonderful read to find out what is in store for Ian and Brooke? For this author will keep you turning the pages till the end with such good writing.

As always, Ms. Jackson produces such awesome read and I would definitely recommend "Promises of Seduction" to you as a excellent well written read.

30 reviews1 follower
March 21, 2012
Two books were included as reprints for Brenda Jackson, The Durango Affair - Savannah Claiborne and Durango Westmoreland. Savannah and Durango never saw cupid coming. Durango thought he would always be a bachelor, thru some adjustments and twists they found themselves truly in love with each other. You have to watch out for those one night filled passionate evenings.

Ian's Ultimatie Gamble

Casino owner thought he would fight lady love, he wanted to stay a devoted bachelor and thought that nothing would change that until his past come back to his present in the name of Brooke Chamberlain, the FBI agent. Once again so many of the Westmoreland favorites are brought together for a surprise birthday party for Delaney who is married to her real prince. Brooke came out of the past to protect and prove that Ian was a respectable business man. Fate had different plans for Ian and Brooke once their paths crossed again.
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August 16, 2013
This audiobook was 2 different stories. The Durango Affair was an eye-roller, so I would have given it 2 stars. Lots of awkward or embarrassing moments, and maybe it's because I would NOT have handled the situation the way she did. The narrator was pretty bad, she gave Durango a real dopey voice, and I am convinced she spoke Savannah's dialog with her nose plugged. I will use this as my Montana book for my 50 state challenge, though.

Ian's Ultimate Gamble was a little better, and the intimate scenes were very hot! The same narrator was used for this story, and while Ian's voice was fine, she made Brooke sound like a baby which totally destroyed any credibility of her being an FBI agent. Of course, I cannot blame the author for the lousy narration, so this one I would give 3 stars.
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67 reviews
January 14, 2014
"The Durango Affair"

I must say first and foremost, that Durango is smooth and happens to be one of my favorite Westmoreland men. I found it very admirable that Durango stepped up to the plate and took care of his responsibilities. What started as a duty turned into a love affair and the perfect foundation for a long and happy marriage to Savannah.



"Ian's Ultimate Gamble"

What a gamble it was. I was happy to see both of these stubborn characters rekindle their magic even after being separated for years. Brooke and Ian made the perfect couple and have surely overcome all the odds. Great Story!!!
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67 reviews
May 4, 2014
I tried to save this book for last but after reading some other books this week, I needed to go back to family. I love the way Ms. Jackson brings her characters to life with real life situations. It may be a work of her imagination but they seem so real. Reading her books just makes me feel so warm and fuzzy. lol A must read to anyone new to Ms. Jackson or catching up like am I. Looking forward to reading more from her.
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September 10, 2015
Excellent. Brenda Jackson writes classic love stories about family. Promises of Seduction contains two of the WESTMORELAND novels.
Durango and Savannah had one night of passion that resulted in a pregnancy . They agree to a marriage in name only - but fate has a different idea.

Ian and Brooke had an affair four years ago that ended badly. Ian thinks she betrayed him, while she was just trying to protect him. The stakes are high, but are they really over each other.
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November 4, 2016
Two more Westmoreland novels that are great and amazing. Each story is unique to the hero and heroine, however they still end up with the greatest love. After all my years of reading Brenda Jackson novels, I still love the Westmoreland men and hope to find myself one similar when it comes to their love, passion and devotion.
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July 20, 2012
I don't understand why they had to get married only for six months. Why couldn't they just live together of they were both opposed to marriage.
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July 29, 2012
loved, loved, loved it! both stories great reads from beginning to ending
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