June, 1999

Excerpt

Update - May, 2004

SCOTTISH BRIDES has been re-released with an entirely new cover.  Primarily geared for bookstore sales, you'll probably see it in other places as well.  Everything's the same except for the cover.

In 1998 when I was deep in the throes of writing  My Beloved I received word that Avon wanted me to participate in an anthology to be published in 1999. 

Now, let's be honest here.  Most anthologies whizz by you.  You think you know some of the authors, but you probably only buy the book for one writer.  Rarely more than that. 

But have you noticed who the authors are on this one?  Christina Dodd, Stephanie Laurens, Julia Quinn and little ol' me.    

The only teeny, tiny problem was the fact that I was knee deep in My Beloved.   And you want the story when?????  Okay, I dropped everything (not necessarily metaphorically, either.  My desk is a disaster when I'm working on a book.  I tend to burrow and ignore.) 

I really had fun doing all the research I had to do for this story.  It took me into the depths of... whiskey making.  Absolutely fascinating stuff.  

It was a great experience working with the wonderful authors in this anthology. 

REVIEWS

 USA Today Bestseller

Romantic Times

4-1/2 Stars

Top Pick

Waldenbooks Bestseller

Barnes and Noble Bestseller

Scottish Brides - Each story in this wondrous anthology stands on its own as superb, and together they make an unforgettable collection that will brighten your day.  Romantic Times, 6/99

Scottish Brides - Anthologies often provide a questionable mix of stores but Scottish Brides offers four short historical romances that are a pleasure.  The Oakland Press, 7/99

Scottish Brides -   This wonderful collection of novellas runs the gamut of emotions -- funny, heartwarming, poignant -- and all are highly entertaining. It's a lively showcase of these four very talented authors’ writings. If you’ve not read their works before, this is the perfect opportunity to do so. Enjoy! The Old Book Barn Gazette, 6/99