Magic Series by Shari Anton

When Alberic of Chester arrives to claim Gwendolyn de Leon and her land, Gwendolyn's only hope is to invoke a powerful spell with an ancient ring. When the ring becomes stuck on Alberic's finger, Gwendolyn must seduce him. Original.

Lady Emma de Leon has just seen th eman she knows will --nay, must-- become her lover. Ambivalent as she is about her psychic gifts, she has been unable to forget the man who once came to her in a vision, touching her body with his strong hands and piercing her with desire. Now here he is, in the flesh -- and Emma can't resist risking all for this dark-eyed stranger who's accused of murder... moreLady Emma de Leon has just seen th eman she knows will --nay, must-- become her lover. Ambivalent as she is about her psychic gifts, she has been unable to forget the man who once came to her in a vision, touching her body with his strong hands and piercing her with desire. Now here he is, in the flesh -- and Emma can't resist risking all for this dark-eyed stranger who's accused of murder. A mercenary by trade, Darian of Bruges finds himself in the center of a royal plot-- and forced to marry Emma by the king's decree. Wed only to his freedom, the last thing he wants is a wife. But to confront his past and inherit his future, he must do what he finds hardest of all: surrender to a woman... less

By order of King Stephen, Nicole de Leon has been confined to Bledloe Abbey since her father's death eight years ago. As an orphaned noblewoman, she has always known that she would be married off to strengthen King Stephen's political position. But as she reached marriageable age, she never dreamt that her extended family would come to her aid and prevent this unwanted marriage. For Nicole's uncle, Connorap Maelgwn, has always despised King Stephen and would do anything to thwart him.. moreBy order of King Stephen, Nicole de Leon has been confined to Bledloe Abbey since her father's death eight years ago. As an orphaned noblewoman, she has always known that she would be married off to strengthen King Stephen's political position. But as she reached marriageable age, she never dreamt that her extended family would come to her aid and prevent this unwanted marriage. For Nicole's uncle, Connorap Maelgwn, has always despised King Stephen and would do anything to thwart him...even commit an act of war by kidnapping the bride the King needs to solidify an alliance. But Connor can't charge through England with an army. He needs a warrior who's trustworthy...a warrior like Rhodri ap Dafydd. Rhodri ap Dafydd, a bard and warrior, has one purpose: to bring Nicole de Leon and home to Wales. He has no interest at all in politics--he's merely helping a friend. But from the moment he lays eyes on Nicole, friendship is the last thing on his mind. With her fiery nature and her sharp tongue, Nicole is unlike any woman he has ever met. But falling in love with her was never an option. Brought together by fate but soon torn apart by war, can these two star-crossed lovers find a future together? Raves for Shari Anton and Twilight Magic: "A touch of the paranormal moves this medieval romance into a realm where passion and magic beautifully merge. Anton's always colorful history and romantic atmosphere entrance us all." -- Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine "Anton adds a generous measure of danger and intrigue--along with a sprinkling of magic--to the second in her de Leon sister trilogy...expertly crafted, utterly beguiling medieval romance." -- Booklist "Appealing characters and playful repartee." --Publishers Weekly less