Books like Promised Brides by Mary Jo Putney
Mary Jo Putney’s anthology "Promised Brides" compiles three interwoven tales of love, loss, and destiny.
In "The Wedding of the Century," Sarah Vangelder—stunningly beautiful, extraordinarily wealthy, and sold to the highest bidder for the price of a dukedom—seeks a life beyond the price tag.
"Jesse's Wife" follows Amy McAlister, the shy daughter of a rancher, whose one horrible mistake threatens to haunt her for the rest of her life.
"The Handfast" centers on Anne Clelland, a young Englishwoman mistakenly snatched in a whiskey‑inspired raid; she is compelled to marry a Scottish clansman for a year and a day, confronting duty, culture, and love.
Together, these narratives explore the complexities of arranged marriages, personal agency, and the enduring power of romantic bonds.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Mary Jo Putney
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