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The Queen's Favorite The Widow A forced Union 1592 - Elizabethan England Devon Hildebrand is the queen's favorite courtier. Required to do her bidding. But when she orders him to marry the oft-widowed outcast, things get very interesting Very quickly. He doesn't want anything to do with his new wife. The fact that she hides behind unflattering attire and lengthy widows' weeds suits him just fine. He doesn't know he's wed to one of the richest and most beautiful women in the kingdom. No one knows the truth. It's safer that way. Bessie has been forced to the altar many times. this is the first time, she's had a handsome, youthful, manly husband. One, who would betray the most powerful woman in the world. Who is she by comparison? Why, Devon has the moral fortitude of snake, and exhibits even less honor. He needs to learn that there is more to life than good looks and a manly physique. It will be her pleasure to teach it to him, too.
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Jackie Ivie was born and raised in a suburb outside Utah's capital, beautiful Salt Lake City. The second in a family of four daughters and one son, Jackie was constantly amusing her siblings with her invented games, escapades, and stories. And she was always reading. She would even walk the family dog, with one hand holding the leash, while the other held the ever-present book. No subject went unread, but once she discovered Historical Romances, there was no doubting her favorite genre. Jackie has always been the busy type, rarely sitting still without being occupied in at least one activity, and usually more. When she was younger, it was nothing to find her watching television, while doing her homework, listening to music, crocheting like a madwoman, and reading, all at the same time. After graduating, Jackie gained secure employment with a large service company and relocated with her growing family to the neighboring, sparsely-populated state of Wyoming. She then spent several years enjoying the wildlife, scenery, and open space that Wyoming is known for. In addition to writing, Jackie is an accomplished artist in several mediums, preferring mixed media. She has several pictures in print and has exhibited in art showings throughout the West. There was never anything she loved doing more than reading, however, and once she discovered the thrill involved with putting her own words and fantasies on paper there was no stopping her. In 2001, Jackie and her family took a huge step and moved to the largest state of the nation; Alaska. Although it was her job that brought her here, Jackie has grown to love this land of amazing contrasts, breathtaking vistas, and the ever-present resident, the Alaskan moose. There's nothing else like it, and the very long days of summer lend themselves to hours and hours of energizing tasks, while the long winter nights are just right for her real love...writing. Jackie has now written thirteen novels and is continually starting more. The thrill of writing has now been enhanced by seeing her actual story in print. Lady of the Knight is her first published work. It will be followed by Tender is the Knight scheduled for release this summer. Taken from Jackie Ivie's Official Website at http://www.jackieivie.com/
