Binding Passion
Katherine KingstonHistorical Erotic romance
Available from Ellora's Cave
ISBN # 1-84360-345-4
2002
| As a younger son he had not expected such a windfall and, as the newly appointed Baron of Alderwood, Sir Philip de MontCharles is finding his newfound responsibilities testing his patience. Whether its losing himself in his new keep or disciplining his household, he is at a loss and must find a solution. After a series of pranks occur that have caused varying degrees of problems and hazards, he catches two young boys in an act of mischief and decides to make examples of them by having them whipped. However, he is surprised to find that all is not as it seems when one of the boys turns out to be a young lady.
Lady Mary Alderwood has lost her family, who were the prior Barons of Alderwood. Been sexually brutalized by the surrogate ruler of the manor, Sir Benwyck of Cryll, after she refused his offer of marriage. And, not wanting to chance finding out that Sir Philip de MontCharles as the newest ruler of the manor was cut of the same cloth, disguises herself as a young boy. Feeling remorse to have treated a young lady so harshly and upon hearing her story Philip suggests that they marry and work together at bringing the lands to their former glory. Lady Mary is wary of this offer and tells him of her revulsion, due to her former treatment at Sir Benwyck's hands. Philip, entranced by her strength and sweetness, asks her for a year and a day, during which time he will woo her and teach her of the sexual pleasures a man's touch can bring. Lady Mary agrees, doubting his ability to overcome her fears. Day by day they allow passion and love to enter their lives. Can Philip show her they can have a full and satisfying life together? Will Lady Mary be able to give herself over to the passion and tenderness of a man's touch? We met Sir Philip de MontCharles in Katherine Kingston's first novel, RULING PASSION. With BINDING PASSION Ms. Kingston takes you back to that medieval time of chivalry and romance. Her characters are captivating as they struggle with their personal trials and tribulations, their kindness and caring, their passions and love, the unexpected deceptions and betrayals. She does not disappoint us in this sexual sequel and teaches us that patience has its own rewards. I look forward to seeing more from Ms. Kingston.
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Reviewer: D. Sullivan |
