The Heiress
The Heiress by Jude Deveraux is a historical romance published by Pocket Books on December 1, 1995. This first edition spans 384 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Jamie Montgomery, an impoverished knight tasked with escorting Axia, the Lancaster heiress, to her betrothed’s castle. As Jamie hopes for a romantic connection that could alleviate his family’s financial struggles, he discovers that Axia is not the demure lady he anticipated, but a spirited young woman eager to enjoy her fleeting freedom before an arranged marriage.
Readers will find a tale filled with adventure and emotional complexity as Axia challenges Jamie at every turn, from sneaking off to the marketplace to risking her safety on a runaway horse. The narrative explores themes of love and defiance, as Jamie grapples with his growing feelings for Axia amidst her rebellious antics. With elements of romance and historical fiction, this book presents a vivid portrayal of the characters’ struggles and desires, making it a captivating read for those interested in the dynamics of love and societal expectations.
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An enchanting and entertaining romance from New York Times bestselling author Jude Deveraux!
Jamie Montgomery, an impoverished Elizabethan knight, is elated when he is assigned to escort Axia, the Lancaster heiress, to the castle of her betrothed. If only she will fall in love with Jamie—as Jamie’s devoted older sister predict—the family’s financial woes will be solved. But Axia, who has spent her life closely guarded by her father’s servants, is not the shy, cossetted flower Jamie expects. She’s a hoyden, hell-bent on enjoying her precious moments of liberty before her marriage to a man chosen by her remote, eccentric father.
After curtly informing Jamie not to bother declaring his love for her—as all poor, handsome men seem wont to do—Axia makes his life a misery, sneaking off to the marketplace, nearly breaking her neck on a runaway horse, and doing everything possible to delay the trip. Though she dare not admit it, even to herself, Axia dreads being wed to a stranger. Suddenly Jamie realizes that he savors even her most barbed words like the rarest nectar..and that he is falling desperately in love with this bold, maddening beauty. Now he must contrive a daring plan to win her freedom—and win her proud, defiant heart for his own!
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