Terrified by the rumors and stories about her betrothed's wicked ways, Joanna runs away before their marriage. Willing to face death rather than the Warlock of Wynwydd, she finds a safe haven in Silloth Keep where she seeks sanctuary and plans her escape.Humiliated by Joanna's refusal to take their vows, Braden follows her across England and discovers her hiding place. When faced with her fiery resistance, he's not sure if he wants to woo her or take her by force. While trying to decide, he falls in love with her and begins to hope that she is the bride who can help lift the curse that threatens his family.In spite of her fears, Joanna is drawn to the man she senses beneath the bluster and is confused when Braden begins to treat her more as a valued bride than a recalcitrant runaway. But can Joanna trust the man who was the cause of her misery and give his promises, and love, a chance?THE CLAIMING OF LADY JOANNA was originally published by Harlequin Historicals and is now republished by the author via Luckenbooth Press

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