The Riordan Brothers, Series by Ana Seymour

It was hardly a typical thing for a new husband to do. But Cormac Riordan never had much patience for tradition—and had no qualms about abandoning beautiful Claire O'Donnell on their wedding night. Heartless as it may have seemed at the time, he knew it was the only way to save her life. Because of the curse that has haunted Cormac's family for generations, Riordan brides are doomed to die young—and usually in childbirth... moreIt was hardly a typical thing for a new husband to do. But Cormac Riordan never had much patience for tradition—and had no qualms about abandoning beautiful Claire O'Donnell on their wedding night. Heartless as it may have seemed at the time, he knew it was the only way to save her life. Because of the curse that has haunted Cormac's family for generations, Riordan brides are doomed to die young—and usually in childbirth. Cormac is convinced that by not consummating his marriage, he is averting disaster. But when Claire's brother—furious about the tragic circumstances of her ill-fated wedding—kills Cormac's father, Cormac returns. To face the consequences of fleeing a union meant to end a centuries-old feud between families. And to confront his deepening desire for the bride he left behind. less

After an uneasy truce with England, Irish rebels send Niall Riordan to negotiate with Queen Elizabeth. But Niall's most challenging opponent is one of the queen's fiery, quick-witted ladies in waiting. Lady Catriona Sherwood is more than just beautiful. She is an Irish spy. And, once caught, she faces execution in the dreaded Tower of London. Cat's only chance for freedom is to return to Ireland...in the arms of Niall Riordan. It seems a simple arrangement... moreAfter an uneasy truce with England, Irish rebels send Niall Riordan to negotiate with Queen Elizabeth. But Niall's most challenging opponent is one of the queen's fiery, quick-witted ladies in waiting. Lady Catriona Sherwood is more than just beautiful. She is an Irish spy. And, once caught, she faces execution in the dreaded Tower of London. Cat's only chance for freedom is to return to Ireland...in the arms of Niall Riordan. It seems a simple arrangement. Until the sparks that fly between rebel and spy demand total surrender—to the passion in their rebellious hearts. less

Eamon Riordan had never been so angry—or so intrigued. Mere hours after his horse was stolen, he happened upon a young gypsy girl with flame-colored hair and icy blue eyes. Quite obviously, she was the thief—a charge she never denied. She just picked up a rock...and aimed for his head. Seven years later, Eamon once again crosses paths with the bold, beautiful lass when she is hired to tutor his clever, young nephew. He is sure she obtained the postion under false pretenses... moreEamon Riordan had never been so angry—or so intrigued. Mere hours after his horse was stolen, he happened upon a young gypsy girl with flame-colored hair and icy blue eyes. Quite obviously, she was the thief—a charge she never denied. She just picked up a rock...and aimed for his head. Seven years later, Eamon once again crosses paths with the bold, beautiful lass when she is hired to tutor his clever, young nephew. He is sure she obtained the postion under false pretenses. After all, what would a wild-spirited gypsy know of sums and schoolbooks? But despite his misgivings, Eamon can't deny that he's falling under her spell—even as it becomes very clear that she has something to hide. less

The untold love story of John Black, the doctor-turned-rebel from Ana Seymour's acclaimed Riordan Brothers trilogy. People called them witches. But Lily O'Farrell and her daughter tried to ignore the whispers and keep to themselves in a small cottage in Whistler's Woods. Then one day, the villagers' words turned to action. Three ruffians tried to drown Lily's little girl—until one brave man had the courage to save her... moreThe untold love story of John Black, the doctor-turned-rebel from Ana Seymour's acclaimed Riordan Brothers trilogy. People called them witches. But Lily O'Farrell and her daughter tried to ignore the whispers and keep to themselves in a small cottage in Whistler's Woods. Then one day, the villagers' words turned to action. Three ruffians tried to drown Lily's little girl—until one brave man had the courage to save her. His name was John Black, an Irish, rebel leader returning home to Killarney. Weary of his army's endless struggle against the British crown, he longed for peace and quiet. But as a former doctor, he had to stay by the girl's side until she was healthy and safe. And as a man, he had to admit he was falling under the spell of Lily's charms. If she was, indeed, a witch, he was ready to surrender...to the magic of love. less