At seventeen, beautiful Victoria Farraday's life should have been filled with love, laughter and joy. But it was December, 1864, when Sherman's troops were carving a path of destruction through the South-- and Farraday Plantation, Victoria's home, was directly in their path. Alone, frightened, she burned down the plantation, rather than let the Yankees have it, and fled to her grandmother's home in Texas.Amidst the wildflowers and never-ending sky, Victoria met the handsome, wealthy ranch owner, Edward Hanover. Passion burst into a raging blaze as his fingers brushed across her silky skin. But it quickly turned to hatred and rage when she learned that he had fought for the Union.No matter how she tried to fight it, the facts tore at her heart: the man who took her to the heights of ecstasy was a Yankee--the enemy--and the only man she would ever love in ECSTASY'S PROMISE!

IT WAS A RACE AGAINST TIME In a desperate bid to rescue his best friend's bride-to-be, Reese Starrett thundered across the dusty plains, praying for a miracle. Because it would take a miracle to save the beautiful and pampered Saber Vincente from death, or worse, at the hands of her kidnappers. Dealing with a lowdown snake like Graham Felton, Reese expected hardship, expected bloodshed. The only thing he didn't expect was to fall in love with the innocent qirl entrusted to his care. But beneath the endless, starry Texas skies her sweet warmth beckoned him, her soft lips smiled an inescapable seduction, and he knew that no matter what the consequences, together they must...RIDE THE WIND.

ECSTASY'S TIES The notorious pirate, "The Raven," despised anything British -- and that included ravishing Lady Season Chatsworth. The black-garbed captain had kidnapped the English beauty as ransom for an American patriot. But the longer the Redcoats stalled negotiations, the more time the Raven spent with his prisoner... and the closer he came to tumbling her to his bed! Soon all thoughts of freedom for the Colonies fled his mind and the only cause he now embraced was possessing his sumptuous captive! LOVE'S BONDS Emerald-eyed Season Chatsworth had defied her father's plans for her future; she certainly wasn't about to obey a stranger's commands! Escape was all the spirited young woman could think of -- until she gazed into her handsome abductor's eyes and lost her will to resist. His searing touch and devouring kiss kept her by his side with more force than manacles of steel. Then the moment came when Season no longer rebelled against the cruel fate that linked her to the Raven; now she was forever bound to him by passion's VELVET CHAINS.

EDITORIAL REVIEW: With all the drama, sensuality and action that she is known for, O-Banyon spins a thrilling tale of a beautiful white captive and the Blackfoot warrior who wins her heart.

SOLD IN MARRIAGE...Independent Lady Breanna Kendell couldn't believe her gambling brother had cashed in on her freedom to pay off his debts. Now she was trapped into marrying not only a stranger, but one who had been raised by Indians in uncivilized America. Taking out her fury with a reckless ride, the amber-eyed hothead was thrown-then stunned to awaken in a handsome stranger's arms. Their attraction was undeniable, and the betrothed beauty couldn't keep from succumbing to her virile rescuer's charms. But when she discovered her mysterious lover was her buffalo-hunting fiancé, she felt betrayed by her philanderer...and swore she'd never relent to his velvet touch again!CHAINED BY HERITAGE...If his Indian father hadn't forced him into a deathbed promise, towering Dakota Remington would never have left his rugged Arapaho life for stuffy England. Since the muscular white brave had no choice, he decided to happily explore his paleface people's homeland... until he discovered he'd become wed to one without his consent! But after the raven-haired warrior saw Breanna, he knew he had to conquer her as any male who'd found his mate. He could always leave her behind when he returned to his real nation. For now he'd pursue her, torment her, tease her- and seduce her with the magic of his DAKOTA DREAMS.

Somewhere in the lush grasslands of the Texas hill country, three brothers and a sister fight to hold their family together, struggle to keep their ranch solvent, while they await the return of the one person who can shed light on the secrets of the past. Abby learned to ride and rope and wrangle as well as any of her brothers, but Major Jonah Tremain is looking for a lady. Abby tells herself she doesn't care that the major is engaged to a proper Eastern-bred miss, but when she looks into his searing blue eyes and feels his lips against hers, she decides to teach him the error of his ways—only a Texas wildcat can do justice to passion such as his, and she plans to match him kiss for kiss.About the AuthorConstance O’Banyon is a USA Today bestselling author and Romantic Times career achievement award winner who has more than 8 million books in print. She has written various romantic sub-genres, ranging from the traditional historical to contemporaries at Zebra, Pinnacle, and Harper. Her books have been published in Canada, England, Australia, Africa, Spain, China, Germany, Italy, Russia, and France. Constance is a native Texan who makes her home in San Antonio with her husband, Jim and their son, Jason.

Forbidden Love -- The Revolutionary War was just a distant rumble when young Royal Bradford was sent away to finishing school in England. Frightened and lonely, she longed to return to her beloved Savannah and to the arms of her handsome guardian Damon Routhland. But that was before she met a dashing British nobleman and before the fiery winds of war swept the captivating beauty into a conspiracy that threatened to destroy all she cherished most...An extraordinary tale of passion, courage, desire and destiny. Set against the vivid, dramatic backdrop of the American Revolution, FOREVER MY LOVE is the story of a beautiful woman caught between two worlds and torn between honor and love...

NIGHTTIME SEDUCTRESSDesperate for money. Curvaceous Valentina Barrett had to exploit her dancing talent in San Francisco's notorious Crystal Palace. Ashamed that she had to resort to such a base profession, the golden-haired beauty appeared as the veiled Jordanna to protect her reputation. Then she met wealthy, jet-haired Marquis Vincente and immediately knew he was the only man she could ever marry. Now, though, she was tangled in a trap of her own making, for "Jordanna" couldn't resist making him her lover-and Valentina learned she could never hope to trust him as a husband! DAYTIME INNOCENTTowering and arrogant, handsome and rich, Marquis Vincente knew there were two types of women: one to wed, the other to bed. After meeting sweet Valentina Barrett, she stole his heart and he instantly pegged her as his bride. But when he saw the intriguing Jordanna whirl across the stage, Marquis followed her arching back, her shapely legs, and her swiveling hips and decided that the undoubtedly experienced courtesan was the one to be his mistress. He could never unleash his lust upon his virginal wife; with Jordanna he'd share his powerful, masterful touch and revel in love's GOLDEN PARADISE

THE VISIONHe'd been named Wind Warrior and called the savior of his Blackfoot people. But the mystical power that filled him awoke his brother's hatred and envy. Dull Knife would do anything to take what was his.THE WOMANSlender and lovely, the white captive had long ago caught Wind Warrior's eye. She was the kind of beauty who could make a man forget all else in the exquisite pleasures of the night. But when Dull Knife plotted to steal her away, the rivalry between the two brothers would come to a head, a prophecy would be fulfilled and with her daring rescue, a great passion would be born.

MUSIC OF THE HEARTLady Arrian DeWinter, daughter of the English Duke of Ravenworth, was determined to escape the highland castle of Warrick Glencarin. For her senses were perilously near surrender to the very man who held her as a pawn in a family feud. And escape she did, though she left behind her heart to a man who dared not believe he'd won it.Betrothed to Ian MacIvors, lovely Arrian struggled to despise her fiance's enemy. Yet all she longed for was Warrick and the chance to soften his bitter anger with her loving touch...Celebrate the destiny of a man descended from Scots warriors and a woman unwilling to betray her passions in this vivid story of honor and hatred, treachery and tenderness.