Auria Jourdain

Pure Captivation Auria Jourdain

After fighting Natives in the Northwest Territories, Captain Dayne Neverwood has returned home an invalid with nothing left to live for. He prays death will find him, sooner rather than later. When his commander demands one last mission from him-guaranteeing him an honorable death-Dayne joins the crew of the Enchanted Lady as Reece Carrow's first mate. His orders? Hijack a British ship and give them a taste of their own medicine. Unfortunately, their new prisoners create trouble for Dayne, especially the Irish lad barely able to climb the rat lines. With curls as red as fire, "Lane" arouses his body and soul. It isn't right. It isn't moral. As the sailors talk amongst themselves about his taboo infatuation and his attraction grows, he can't help but question his very existence. Delainey Walsh has fought men her entire life. Forced to leave Ireland in disgrace, she trains as a lady in waiting for Lord Darnley's wife in London. Until his obsessed son rapes her. To avoid scandal, she's stowed on a ship bound for the Americas. Concealing her sex, she keeps the sailors and her fears at bay... until the handsome American sea captain that saved their sinking vessel ignites a fire within that confuses and challenges her to bear her twisted soul. But can the stronger sex truly give her pleasure and not pain? Captivated by Lainey's secret, Dayne pushes all else aside. She is his passion and he wants nothing more than to spend his life by her side. However, his mission isn't complete. His enemies are closer than he thinks. And his memorial is already planned. Is he willing to sacrifice his country for a lifetime of happiness?