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Fugitive hearts...
On a wagon train from Louisiana to Texas, Rachel meets a stranger. She is unnerved -- and fascinated -- by the intensity of his sapphire gaze. Over the course of hot, sun-baked days and cool, starlit nights, embers of desire flare into forbidden passion. Forbidden because Rachel is the sheltered daughter of New Orleans aristocracy -- and because her "stranger" is the infamous outlaw "Kid" Davis, now a captive facing a death sentence.
But the princess and the prisoner have more in common than meets the eye. And even as Rachel becomes his hostage in a daring escape to Mexico, she yearns to uncover the mystery that haunts him, the secret that keeps his soul in a prison all its own...
On a wagon train from Louisiana to Texas, Rachel meets a stranger. She is unnerved -- and fascinated -- by the intensity of his sapphire gaze. Over the course of hot, sun-baked days and cool, starlit nights, embers of desire flare into forbidden passion. Forbidden because Rachel is the sheltered daughter of New Orleans aristocracy -- and because her "stranger" is the infamous outlaw "Kid" Davis, now a captive facing a death sentence.
But the princess and the prisoner have more in common than meets the eye. And even as Rachel becomes his hostage in a daring escape to Mexico, she yearns to uncover the mystery that haunts him, the secret that keeps his soul in a prison all its own...
339 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published May 1, 2000
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About the author
Katherine Sutcliffe
42 books75 followersKatherine Sutcliffe was born an only child in East Texas. After working for a time at an oil company and as a headhunter for a computer personnel company, Sutcliffe decided in 1982 to quit her job and attempt to write a novel. Three years later she sold her first book, Desire and Surrender to Avon Books. She works eight hours a day, five to seven months a year. Sutcliffe also attempts to find a single CD that will provide inspiration during the writing of each book. In the past, she has used the soundtrack to Somewhere in Time and Kitarō's Silk Road.
In 1995 and 1996, Sutcliffe worked as the Consultant Head Writer for the soap operas As The World Turns and Another World. Sutcliffe was offered the job after Bill Graham, who searched for writers for Proctor and Gamble, mentioned to his wife that they wanted to refocus the soap opera stories on romance. His wife, who loved Sutcliffe's book, insisted that he contact her. During her time as a soap opera writer, she concentrated on developing the six-month story lines, which the breakdown writers would then develop into dialogue and individual scenes for the show. During this time frame, Sutcliffe also made a guest appearance on Another World, playing herself. She resigned from her position after the networks began to insist that she move to New York City to be more accessible.
Her historical romance, Notorious, sold out its first printing in a mere four days.
Sutcliffe lives near Dallas, Texas. She met her husband, an English geologist, while they worked for the same oil company. They have three children, Bryan, Rachel, and Lauren. Sutcliffe also raises and shows Arabian horses.
In 1995 and 1996, Sutcliffe worked as the Consultant Head Writer for the soap operas As The World Turns and Another World. Sutcliffe was offered the job after Bill Graham, who searched for writers for Proctor and Gamble, mentioned to his wife that they wanted to refocus the soap opera stories on romance. His wife, who loved Sutcliffe's book, insisted that he contact her. During her time as a soap opera writer, she concentrated on developing the six-month story lines, which the breakdown writers would then develop into dialogue and individual scenes for the show. During this time frame, Sutcliffe also made a guest appearance on Another World, playing herself. She resigned from her position after the networks began to insist that she move to New York City to be more accessible.
Her historical romance, Notorious, sold out its first printing in a mere four days.
Sutcliffe lives near Dallas, Texas. She met her husband, an English geologist, while they worked for the same oil company. They have three children, Bryan, Rachel, and Lauren. Sutcliffe also raises and shows Arabian horses.
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November 10, 2014
Since I read the first book in the series, I liked how references were made to it although this story stands alone. This stayed as a good story rather than just about lovers. Rachel was more than a bit immature in her behavior and thinking regarding men who should be thought as prisoners. Enjoyed feeling like a bit part of the wagon train group as the story developed. I liked how the story progressed in us learning about the truth behind Davis/Tomas de Bastitas past. Impressed with the faith that the Texas Ranger had in him with granting freedom and privileges.
June 3, 2015
1.5
Yeah, so I debated over how many stars to give this book. There were some interesting moments on the wagon train, but a majority of the time I was like "ugh". Rachel bugged me. The ending bugged me.
Yeah, so I debated over how many stars to give this book. There were some interesting moments on the wagon train, but a majority of the time I was like "ugh". Rachel bugged me. The ending bugged me.
November 1, 2010
Good romance, good chemistry, imo story look like Renegade Love - Nan Ryan but that one is better.
Katherine Sutcliffe deliver a sweet romance, I don't mind with her style.
Katherine Sutcliffe deliver a sweet romance, I don't mind with her style.
September 7, 2013
A good book. The Hero was a little rough for me but he did save the damsel in distress several times, and that was fun.
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