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Desert Sheikh #1
Kidnapped By The Sheikh
Book 1 of The Desert Sheikh
Sheikh Akbar needs a hostage.
Sarah Greenwich needs to escape.
But sometimes what you need is not what you want.
When a powerful sheikh kidnaps Dr. Sarah Greenwich, she leads him to believe that she is the wife of the British ambassador, but how long will she be able to keep up the deception and what will happen to her when the sheikh finds out that she has been lying to him?
Sarah is about to discover that the desert is an exotic wilderness, where anything can happen…
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Kidnapped By The Sheikh is the first novella (18,700 words) in The Desert Sheikh series. It is followed by Married To The Sheikh and then The Sheikh’s Son. Each book stands on its own, but if you prefer to read in order, you should start with this book first. Alternatively, you can buy the entire series in one book, The Desert Sheikh, for just $3.99/£2.59!
Sheikh Akbar needs a hostage.
Sarah Greenwich needs to escape.
But sometimes what you need is not what you want.
When a powerful sheikh kidnaps Dr. Sarah Greenwich, she leads him to believe that she is the wife of the British ambassador, but how long will she be able to keep up the deception and what will happen to her when the sheikh finds out that she has been lying to him?
Sarah is about to discover that the desert is an exotic wilderness, where anything can happen…
******
Kidnapped By The Sheikh is the first novella (18,700 words) in The Desert Sheikh series. It is followed by Married To The Sheikh and then The Sheikh’s Son. Each book stands on its own, but if you prefer to read in order, you should start with this book first. Alternatively, you can buy the entire series in one book, The Desert Sheikh, for just $3.99/£2.59!
- GenresRomanceContemporaryAdult
62 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 17, 2013
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About the author
Katheryn Lane
13 books109 followersI’m a wife, teacher, author and mother of two boisterous boys, so most of my days are taken up with finding lost school shoes, getting stuck in traffic and wondering why I always join the queue that doesn’t move in the supermarket. However, I try to forget these daily problems (and the fact that I burnt the toast again this morning) by losing myself in a good book and writing novels that give readers a break from everyday life.
Open one of my books and escape on an adventure to an exotic location, because it’s easier to buy a book than it is to book an air ticket.
Have a break, read a book!
Open one of my books and escape on an adventure to an exotic location, because it’s easier to buy a book than it is to book an air ticket.
Have a break, read a book!
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March 21, 2015
It was good.
April 23, 2020
Sorry but no. I read the full thing but it was very indifferent.
I had a lot of issues with the mother's behavior and, at least in this book, they did not even say what happened and she did not get any of the supposed messages.
She decided after meeting him (in kidnapping circumstances) for one day that she wants to get married with him?
The chemistry was lucking a lot for me so I will pas on reading the next ones.
I had a lot of issues with the mother's behavior and, at least in this book, they did not even say what happened and she did not get any of the supposed messages.
She decided after meeting him (in kidnapping circumstances) for one day that she wants to get married with him?
The chemistry was lucking a lot for me so I will pas on reading the next ones.
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November 27, 2019
It had potential. The plot is somewhat interesting, until he decides he HAS to get a second wife, in order to protect the woman from a bad situation, and doesn't care for a second about his first wife's opinion. From then on, it went downhill for me. Just NO
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July 22, 2021
My review will be posted on book 3 when I finish all 3.
April 28, 2015
KIDNAPPED BY THE SHEIKH
Kidnapped by the Sheikh is the first book in THE DESERT SHEIKH series. This skilfully written story unfolds delightfully, involving beautifully crafted characters, with whom the reader develops great empathy. Sarah, the feisty main character, is kidnapped for ransom by Sheikh Akbar, who mistakes her for the wife of the Ambassador. Sheikh Akbar comes from the remote parts of the Arabian Peninsula and rules over a local Bedouin tribe. The locality is described so well that the reader is deftly transported to the Middle East and is drawn along as the relationship between Sarah and the Sheikh is developed adroitly by the author, Katheryn Lane. The dialogue between the two main characters is both amusing and thought-provoking, particularly given the setting of the story. If you enjoy romance with unusual twists and turns, then this book is a must for you and is highly recommended.
Kidnapped by the Sheikh is the first book in THE DESERT SHEIKH series. This skilfully written story unfolds delightfully, involving beautifully crafted characters, with whom the reader develops great empathy. Sarah, the feisty main character, is kidnapped for ransom by Sheikh Akbar, who mistakes her for the wife of the Ambassador. Sheikh Akbar comes from the remote parts of the Arabian Peninsula and rules over a local Bedouin tribe. The locality is described so well that the reader is deftly transported to the Middle East and is drawn along as the relationship between Sarah and the Sheikh is developed adroitly by the author, Katheryn Lane. The dialogue between the two main characters is both amusing and thought-provoking, particularly given the setting of the story. If you enjoy romance with unusual twists and turns, then this book is a must for you and is highly recommended.
June 22, 2013
Kidnapped by the Sheikh was a truly beautiful romance. Sarah a doctor is kidnapped by Sheikh Akbar and his men mistakenly. They believe she is the Ambassadors wife and want to hold her ransom. This is an age old kidnapping purely for financial gain and not intended to end in blood shed. Sarah plays along and for sometime and pretends to be who they want her to be until she is found out.
Along the way Sarah falls in love with the handsome Sheikh and her feelings are reciprocated. This is such a delightful romance and one that I was completely lost in and did not want to end! I could feel all the passion, desire and longing between the two main characters.
Katheryn Lane weaves a beautiful love story with very well developed characters. Believe me you won't be able to put this fabulous story down as it grips hold of your emotions refusing to let you go...
Along the way Sarah falls in love with the handsome Sheikh and her feelings are reciprocated. This is such a delightful romance and one that I was completely lost in and did not want to end! I could feel all the passion, desire and longing between the two main characters.
Katheryn Lane weaves a beautiful love story with very well developed characters. Believe me you won't be able to put this fabulous story down as it grips hold of your emotions refusing to let you go...
March 20, 2014
This is a really delightful short romantic read. Dr. Sara Greenwich is kidnapped by Sheikh Akbar who intends to hold her for ransom. Unfortunately, he's under the impression she's the wife of the British Ambassador. Stuck in the sheikh's desert encampment, Sara has to conceal her identify while keeping her growing attraction to him under wraps. When she realizes the feeling is mutual, and the sheikh discovers her true identity, things heat up. This is pure escapist fun. Very romantic and a pleasure to read.
July 24, 2014
A story about a woman who is kidnapped by a desert sheikh, they fall in love get married, it's a simple romance set in a exotic location .
I found that more of the culture of the sheikh and his people was written in detail than the main characters of the book, and even through this book is a trilogy in one
I found it a fast read.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes light hearted romances or someone just starting to read romance books ie a younger reader.
I found that more of the culture of the sheikh and his people was written in detail than the main characters of the book, and even through this book is a trilogy in one
I found it a fast read.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes light hearted romances or someone just starting to read romance books ie a younger reader.
January 2, 2015
Good writing
I love the writing in this book. I hate how you have to buy the next version to see how the characters story ends. It used to be the next story spins off the current book which was realistic. Now you have to buy the next "book" to get the next installment of the storyline. It makes me tend to stay away from those talented authors books which is a shame.
I love the writing in this book. I hate how you have to buy the next version to see how the characters story ends. It used to be the next story spins off the current book which was realistic. Now you have to buy the next "book" to get the next installment of the storyline. It makes me tend to stay away from those talented authors books which is a shame.
March 21, 2013
Can I review my own book?
April 4, 2014
Is a great book to read
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