Make Me Love You
Authors: Johanna Lindsey
Copyright © 2016 Johanna Lindsey
Author photograph © Alex Photography
Cover photo © Richard Jenkins
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First published in this Ebook edition in 2016
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Johanna Lindsey is world renowned for her ‘mastery of historical romance’ (
Entertainment Weekly
), with more than sixty million copies of her novels sold. She is the author of over fifty previous bestselling novels, many of which reached the number one spot on the
New York Times
bestseller list. Johanna lives in New Hampshire with her family.
‘If readers need to remember why they are Lindsey fans, she delivers every reason in this spin-off of
One Heart To Win
. She incorporates her signature captive/captor plotline with sassy dialogue, plenty of verbal sparring, lots of heat and a bit of humor, all in perfect proportions’
Romantic Times
‘Many wonderful heroes have been created by Johanna Lindsey, and those who live in the Old West are always a favorite.
Wildfire In His Arms
has one surprise after another, and the twists are inventively riveting’
Single Titles
‘You could feel the sexual attraction between these two . . . Lindsey allowed their relationship to develop slowly, increasing the tension and making unexpected kisses sizzle . . . If you are looking for strong characters and a slow burning romance wrapped in suspense and surrounded by tumbleweeds, look no further than
Wildfire In His Arms
’
Caffeinated Book Reviewer
‘There is action, romance and suspense which make for a perfect escape from reality . . . I enjoyed this book so much’
My Nook, Books And More
‘This is a wonderful historical western romance with some twists that make this story totally unique. Ms Lindsey is known for her awesome historical novels . . . I was immediately hooked and stayed that way until the end of this story. I absolutely loved the characters, the settings and the interactions . . . Fantastic story from beginning to end that has Ms Lindsey’s storytelling talent shining’
Night Owl Romance
‘Johanna Lindsey still has a knack of creating fun and unforgettable characters who remain in a reader’s thoughts and heart years after finishing a book . . .
Wildfire In His Arms
is a walk in time, reminding me of the many reasons I adore Johanna Lindsey’s brand of storytelling and her masterful ability to create memorable characters’
Romance Junkies
‘One thing is for sure: Johanna Lindsey has a remarkable ability to pen characters who are at once dashing, dangerous, protective, intriguing, loving, admirable, eccentric, unusual, strong, determined and so much more, all at the same time!’
Fallen Angel Reviews
Stormy Persuasion
One Heart to Win
Let Love Find You
When Passion Rules
That Perfect Someone
A Rogue of My Own
No Choice but Seduction
The Devil Who Tamed Her
Captive of My Desires
Marriage Most Scandalous
A Loving Scoundrel
Wildfire In His Arms
Make Me Love You
MAKE ME LOVE YOU
One duel could be considered a matter of honour, but three duels are attempted murder. With enlightened society outraged at such reckless behaviour among young noblemen, the Prince Regent orders Robert Whitworth, the earl of Tamdon’s heir, and Lord Dominic Wolfe to end their dispute by allying their families through marriage. Whichever party refuses to comply will forfeit his lands and title.
Whitworth relishes the idea of sending his younger sister Brooke to his enemy’s remote estate. He knows the Wolf will reject her as a bride, thereby losing his wealth and status. The Wolf, however, is determined to scare away the Whitworth chit. With duelling no longer an available means of destroying the man he abhors, he will be satisfied to see him lose his lands and title. But he hadn’t expected his enemy’s sister to be so resourceful or resilient.
Brooke Whitworth has been dreaming of her first Season in London because she intends to win a husband who will take her far away from her unloving family. Instead, she is being sent to the Yorkshire moors to wed a mysterious nobleman whose family is cursed and who has thrice tried to kill her brother. But there’s no room in her heart for fear; this man is her means of escape. She will make him love her…
“T
HIS IS INTOLERABLE. HOW
dare
that dissolute joke of a royal heir give the Whitworths an ultimatum!”
Aging badly, twenty-five years his wife’s senior, Thomas Whitworth still had a face that defied the passage of time. Though his hair had turned pure white, he had no wrinkles to speak of. He was still a handsome, if old, man, riddled with pain in most of his joints. But he had the constitution and stubbornness to appear otherwise, could stand hale and hearty in the presence of others even if it took every ounce of his will to do so. Pride demanded it and he was a very prideful man.
“He is Regent now, officially sworn. England
and
her subjects are in his hands,” Harriet Whitworth said, wringing her own hands. “And not so loud, Thomas, please. His emissary isn’t out the front door yet.”