Synopses & Reviews
The award-winning author returns to her wonderfully imaginative”* world of Heart Fire and Heart Fortune for an all-new Celta novel about a young womans destiny, and the one man whose love could be her downfall.
After the death of GrandLord Yew years ago, the Yews withdrew to their self-sustaining estate and disappeared from Celtan society. The current head of the household is believed to be eighteen-year-old Loridana. To find out, Draeg Blackthorn has been sent to the estate to spy, undercover as a stableman for the stridebeastsbeautiful creatures that hold a place in Loris heart no member of her family ever could.
Bullied by her family, Lori has decided to abandon her bloodline and live on her own with her true familyher animals. When Draeg discovers shes rejecting her heritage, hes appalled. Hes come to love the land as much as the woman, even spinning small fantasies of marrying Lori and becoming Lord and Lady of the manor. Draeg wants her to stay and fight her elders. For Lori, its an alternative that could render her absolutely powerless to pursue her own destiny, and drive her further away from her perfect dreams and the man she loves, Draeg.
*Romance Junkies
Review
Praise for the futuristic fantasy of Robin D. Owens Winner of the 2002 RITA Award for Best Paranormal Romance by the Romance Writers of America
“If youve been waiting for someone to do futuristic romance right…Robin D. Owens is the author for you.”—Jayne Castle
“I keep telling myself that she just cant get much better, but with every book she amazes and surprises me!”—The Best Reviews
“Another terrific tale from the brilliant mind of Robin D. Owens. Dont miss it.”—Romance Reviews Today
“A taut mixture of suspense and action…that leaves you stunned.”—Smexy Books
“Thank you, Ms. Owens, for this wonderful series.”—Night Owl Reviews
“Sexy, emotionally intense, and laced with humor.”—Library Journal
“Each story is as fresh and new as the first one was.”—Fresh Fiction
“[A] wonderfully imaginative series.”—Romance Junkies
“The romance is passionate, the characters engaging, and the society and setting exquisitely crafted.”—Booklist
“Engaging characters, effortless world building, and a sizzling romance make this a novel thats almost impossible to put down.”—The Romance Reader
“Owens paints a world filled with characters who sweep readers into an unforgettable adventure with every delicious word, every breath, every beat of their hearts. Brava!”—Deb Stover, award-winning author of Almost an Angel
Synopsis
NEVER BEFORE PUBLISHED
On the planet Celta, accepting a HeartMate can be the greatest challenge in the universe
Antenn, an architect hired to build a cathedral in Druida City, dares not think of his HeartMate. Even though he yearns for her, hes taken steps to ensure she will be forever unknown to him. After all, how could he, a commoner who grew up in the slums, the brother of a murderer, be worthy of any woman?
Tiana, a priestess, has her own fears about being a HeartMate. She's watched her friends struggle with such a stormy destiny. She's sure her HeartMate has never claimed her due to a terrible scandal involving her Family, and she's set aside hopes for love.
Antenn's gotten the commission of his life. The cathedral will make him famous, but more, it will last for ages and prove to others he can contribute to Celta...if the controversial structure isn't destroyed while being built. Tiana, too, is an integral part of this process, but the villain who wrecked her Family is ready with firebombs. Can they trust each other in dangerous circumstances to succeed...and to love?
About the Author
Robin D. Owens is the RITA Award-winning author of the Celta novels including, Heart Fortune, Heart Search, Heart Journey, Heart Change, Heart Fate, and Heart Dance. She lives in Colorado.