The Bride of Time (37 page)

Full?

Tessa vaulted erect, leapt out of the bed and padded to the window. A shaft of moonlight spangled with dust motes fell at her feet, bathing her naked skin, her hair, her face, and she uttered a squeal of delight.

“What is it?” Giles asked, stretching in the bed behind.

“Giles, oh, Giles…come quickly! Oh do!” she cried.

Climbing out of the bed, he did as she bade him. “What is it, my love?” he drawled.

“Don’t you see?” she cried, jogging in place. “The moon, Giles…it’s full, and we are still…
us!
”

“Lud, so we are!” he murmured. Lifting her off the floor, he spun her in circles, convulsed in deep, riveting laughter.

After a moment, he let her slide the length of his hard-muscled body. He was aroused again, and he scooped her up in strong arms and carried her back to the bed.

“There’s been so much happening, I’d totally forgotten the moon was waxing full,” he said, gathering her against him. “I’d become accustomed to sensing its change and dreading…See how you’ve bewitched me?” he asked.

Smothering her with kisses, he loved her again and again, while the moon passed through the indigo vault among the stars, and finally faded from view. They scarcely saw. Enraptured, they clung to each other in total abandon. They scarcely heard the twitter of the lapwings and skylarks, starlings and morning doves that came to life in the misty darkness before dawn…or the distant mournful echo of a wolf’s plaintive howl riding the cool dawn breeze.

RAVE REVIEWS
FOR DAWN THOMPSON!

THE RAVENING

“Thompson brilliantly tinges the terror with a romance set against a haunting backdrop with the atmosphere of a paranormal gothic.”

—RT BOOKreviews

“Dawn Thompson once again gives us a masterpiece!…The
Ravening
is captivating and exhilarating and you will find yourself holding your breath as you take the ride of your life with these amazing people!”

—Night Owl Romance, Reviewer Top Pick

“
The Ravening
is a vampire historical romantic suspense at its best.”

—Midwest Book Review

THE BROTHERHOOD

“
The Brotherhood
is a terrific paranormal romance that continues the fresh concepts of
Blood Moon
.”

—Midwest Book Review

“Not only is the writing lyrical, beautiful, it was chilling, dark, sinister, a near perfect vampire story rooted in vampire mythos origins, a cunning hybrid of a Regency Romance and a sexy, vampire tale that leaves you breathless and wanting more.”

—Deborah MacGillivray, Author of
Riding the Thunder

BLOOD MOON

“Thompson’s new trilogy kicks off with a chilling, mesmerizing vampire novel whose fast pace and adventures are guaranteed to keep your blood pounding. Thompson’s tale catches your attention and will have you spellbound from beginning to end.”

—RT BOOKreviews

“Dawn Thompson’s exquisite prose brought to life the lush Moldovian surroundings.
Blood Moon
was a frightening, enthralling, and stirringly erotic novel. I thoroughly recommend it to anyone who is not looking for a typical vampire novel.…I look forward to continuing the exhilarating journey.”

—Mystic Castle

MORE PRAISE FOR DAWN THOMPSON!

THE FALCON’S BRIDE

“Thompson’s intriguing time travel intelligently blends 17th-century Irish legend with Regency sensibilities, passion, mystery and a wondrous love story of two engaging characters— the stuff of myth and magic.”

—RT BOOKreviews

“Dawn Thompson is…a force to be reckoned with.…This was an absolutely spellbinding effort by Ms. Thompson.…[A] riveting and unforgettable read! I highly recommend this book!”

—Marilyn Rondeau, Reviewers International Organization

“Those looking for passion and escape will be pleased.”

—
Publishers Weekly

THE WATERLORD

“Original, intriguing, and captivating,
The Waterlord
blends paranormal fantasy and historical romance with panache. [Ms. Thompson] puts a fresh spin on a delightful plotline.”

—
RT BOOKreviews

“It is a pleasure to read an author who can make her fictional world come to life.
The Waterlord
and Ms. Thompson earn a perfect 10.”

—Romance Reviews Today

THE RAVENCLIFF BRIDE

“With its delicious Gothic overtones, haunting suspense and thrilling climax, Thompson’s tale sends just the right amount of chills down your spine.…Thompson creates such appealing characters that you’ll be hooked.…A novel that will entertain and give you chills.”

—
RT BOOKreviews

“A seductive brooding tale of dark love. Victoria Holt, move over!”

—Bertrice Small, Author of
The Last Heiress

“For a novel that will entertain and give you chills, grab a copy of
The Ravencliff Bride
; it is guaranteed to appeal to fans of Gothic and paranormal romances.”

—Romance Reviews Today

Also by Dawn Thompson

Other books by Dawn Thompson:

THE RAVENING
THE BROTHERHOOD
BLOOD MOON
THE FALCON’S BRIDE
THE WATERLORD
THE RAVENCLIFF BRIDE

Writing as Dawn MacTavish:

THE PRIVATEER
THE MARSH HAWK

Copyright

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August 2008

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