Marcus Carrera was first mentioned in Diana Palmer's novel PAPER ROSE. He had a cameo role in her New York Times bestseller RENEGADE in August. Now he has his very own book, CARRERA'S BRIDE, a November Silhouette Special Edition. Marcus is a well-known mob boss who's keeping a deadly secret. He saves a seamstress from Jacobsville, Texas, who shares his passion for quilting. She falls in love, but Marcus starts backing away. She doesn't realize he's protecting her from a dangerous gambler. She saves his life, but at a terrible cost, and he develops amnesia from a blow to the head. From the Bahamas to Texas, these two star-crossed lovers search for a happy ending as danger threatens from every side.

On sale at bookstores everywhere in November. (Look for a cameo by Mr. Smith and his giant iguana, Tiny, from Diana Palmer's old Warner Popular Library title, TRUE COLORS).

Summary

With his imposing stature and notorious reputation, Marcus Carrera instilled fear in friends and foes alike. However, there was one woman who could see beyond the casino tycoon's formidable veneer to the gruffly tender man inside. And their destinies collided when Jacobsville sweetheart Delia Mason was unexpectedly swept up in a tidal wave of trouble while on a tropical island holiday getaway.

After Carrera rescued her from an unwelcome suitor, he claimed her trembling lips in a boldly possessive kiss that left her dizzy with delight...and breathless for more. But in his top secret line of work, this man of mystery moved in dangerous circles. Now Carrera had to risk it all to take Delia as his beloved bride!