A Dangerous Man by Janmarie Anello

Author:Janmarie Anello
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Tags: England - Social Life and Customs - 19th Century, Man-Woman Relationships, General, Romance, Historical, Fiction, Nobility, Love Stories
ISBN: 9781420100013
Publisher: Zebra Books
Published: 2008-04-30T16:00:00+00:00

When he swung her into his arms, she wrapped her hands around his neck, pulled herself closer to his solid chest and the strength he offered. She was vaguely aware of Mrs. Bristoll tucking her cloak beneath her chin, of whispered words that made no sense, then Richard carried her to the carriage awaiting them.

He cradled her across his lap through the seemingly endless ride through the streets, his warm hands stroking gentle circles on her back, his murmured words, soft and soothing near her ear.

When they arrived home, he carried her to her room, swiftly stripped off her clothing, slipped her nightgown over her head, then wrapped her in his arms as he sat in a chair by the windows.

The morning sun burned against her skin and still, violent shivers wracked her body. She burrowed against his chest, seeking his warmth, his strength, his silent reassurance. He kissed her brow, rubbed his hands over her back and held her secure in his arms as her tears soaked his shirt.

She could not say what made her weep, the joy that Tommy still drew breath, or the grief for her lost sister, once unleashed, now trembling through her with penetrating horror.

When her tears dwindled to a final sob, the urge to hide from her shameful lack of control set her legs to trembling, but she tilted her head to meet his gaze. His midnight eyes peered back at her, their smoky depths filled with an emotion she dared not contemplate in her unsteady state.

He offered her a grim smile. "How do you feel?"

"About the same as the day I crashed into the rock" She did not recognize her own throaty voice.

His lips twitched, but his smile did not hide the concern in his eyes. "I daresay you looked better when you bashed your head" The rhythmic beat of his heart beneath her ear soothed her with its soft cadence. "Talk to me."

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