Cajun (Claire)

The one man she feared was the one who could steal her heart. Thirteen years after her family was torn apart, Emilie Gallant journeys through untamed Louisiana in search of her father. But the dangers of the bayou are nothing compared to the fierce passion of Lorenz Dugas, her longtime companion. But Lorenz is equally determined to win Emilie's heart and his passion will prove that their love cannot be denied. As they make their way across the untamed Louisiana wilderness, hoping to reunite the Gallant family, Emilie learns that love has a way of healing all wounds - even in the most unusual places.

Love against all odds…Rose Gallant was always the agreeable sister, which is why she'll do anything to help her Cajun family find their father in the wilds of Louisiana. Joseph Gallant was separated from Rose and her two sisters thirteen years ago during le grand dérangement, the brutal exile by the British from their Nova Scotia home.So when a rich Louisiana Creole offers marriage and a chance to help, Rose believes the union will reunite her family.But it's the passionate and handsome Coleman Thorpe that sets her heart to flame. Thorpe is both English and Protestant and therefore forbidden, but Rose will soon learn how determined a man can be in love, able to break down all boundaries and bring a family together."Ms. Claire's tale of the Acadians (Cajuns) is rich in Old World traditions as she explores the early beginnings of what was to become the melting pot of American society. Rose and Coleman's love is the stepping stone to a new beginning and readers' hearts will be warmed by their love and its powerful message."-Romantic Times Magazine"I'm saving a spot for Cherie Claire on my keepershelf!"-Heather Nordahl, Affaire de CoeurBOOK DETAILS• Historical American romance, set in Louisiana in 1768• Book Two of Cherie's The Cajuns series• A full-length novel of 90,000 words (about 365 printed book pages)• R-rated content: Steamy love scenes!• Originally published by Kensington Publishing Co. (Ballad Books)Books by Cherie Claire:The Cajuns historical sagaEmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter (novella)Other books by Cherie Claire:The Cajun EmbassyTicket to ParadiseDamn YankeesGone PecanCarnival Confessions: A Mardi Gras NovellaThe Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Non-fiction titles by Cheré Coen:Magic's in the Bag: Creating Spellbinding Gris Gris Bags and Sachets with Jude BradleyExploring Cajun Country: A Tour of Historic AcadianaHaunted Lafayette, LouisianaForest Hill, Louisiana: A Bloom Town History Cherie Claire is the award-winning author of several Louisiana romances and a paranormal mystery series.Her latest is the Viola Valentine paranormal mystery series, featuring New Orleans travel writer and ghost sleuth Viola Valentine. The books are:"A Ghost of a Chance""Ghost Town""Trace of a Ghost""Ghost Trippin'""Give Up The Ghost""The Ghost is Clear" (novella)Ghost FeverOriginally published with Kensington, the "Cajun Series" of historical romance follows a family of Acadians (Cajuns) who travel to South Louisiana and start anew after being exiled from their Nova Scotia home. The first three books ("Emilie," "Rose," "Gabrielle,") follow the Gallant sisters as they attempt to reunite with their father (and find love) in the wilds of Louisiana and "Delphine" (Book Four) takes place during Louisiana's role in the American Revolution. The Dugas family saga continues into the 19th century with "A Cajun Dream" (Book Five) and "The Letter" (Book Six).Cherie is also the author of "The Cajun Embassy" series of contemporary romances – "Ticket to Paradise," "Damn Yankees" and "Gone Pecan." What happens when several Columbia journalism coeds homesick for Louisiana find comfort in a bowl of Cajun gumbo? They become lifelong friends. Because love - and a good gumbo - changes everything.Visit Cherie at www.cherieclaire.net and write to her at CajunRomances@Yahoo.com.

Love against all odds… Rose Gallant was always the agreeable sister, which is why she'll do anything to help her Cajun family find their father in the wilds of Louisiana. Joseph Gallant was separated from Rose and her two sisters thirteen years ago during le grand dérangement, the brutal exile by the British from their Nova Scotia home. So when a rich Louisiana Creole offers marriage and a chance to help, Rose believes the union will reunite her family. But it's the passionate and handsome Coleman Thorpe that sets her heart to flame. Thorpe is both English and Protestant and therefore forbidden, but Rose will soon learn how determined a man can be in love, able to break down all boundaries and bring a family together.

Her heart could not forget him…Years have passed since the Gallant family became separated from their patriarch during the British exile from Nova Scotia, but Gabrielle and her mother refuse to give up. They travel to the sleepy shores of Bayou Teche for Joseph Gallant's return, while Gabrielle also waits for a visit from Captain Jean Bouclaire, a Louisiana privateer who has stolen her heart.Captain Jean Bouclaire has finally decided to settle down and he knows the right woman to ask. On his way to join Gabrielle he is challenged to a deadly duel that results in his exile from the Louisiana Territory. Now a fugitive, he must decide whether to flee the colony or risk his life for one last glimpse of his dark Acadian beauty."Ms. Claire's characters are vividly portrayed against the atmosphere of the swampland, and living in exile in a strange land and dealing with all that it entails. I felt I was right there with Jean and Gabrielle."-Suzanne Coleburn, The Belles and Beaux of Romance"Ms. Claire's treatment of the Acadians' (Cajuns') removal from Canada and their difficulties in settling in Louisiana are richly described. These are passionate people who are forced to endure hardships and who survive in spite of them. It is love that propels them to continue the search for happiness. This is a well-learned lesson for us all."-Romantic Times Magazine"The story is just chock-full of action and keeps the readers enthralled as it races to an end."-The Romance JournalBOOK DETAILS• Historical American romance, set in Louisiana in 1769• Book Three of Cherie's The Cajuns series• A full-length novel of 90,000 words (about 365 printed book pages)• R-rated content: Steamy love scenes!• Originally published by Kensington Publishing Co. (Ballad Books)Books by Cherie Claire:The Cajuns historical sagaEmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter (novella)Other books by Cherie Claire:The Cajun EmbassyTicket to ParadiseDamn YankeesGone PecanCarnival Confessions: A Mardi Gras NovellaThe Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever Cherie Claire is the award-winning author of several Louisiana romances and a paranormal mystery series.Her latest is the Viola Valentine paranormal mystery series, featuring New Orleans travel writer and ghost sleuth Viola Valentine. The books are:"A Ghost of a Chance""Ghost Town""Trace of a Ghost""Ghost Trippin'""Give Up The Ghost""The Ghost is Clear" (novella)Ghost FeverOriginally published with Kensington, the "Cajun Series" of historical romance follows a family of Acadians (Cajuns) who travel to South Louisiana and start anew after being exiled from their Nova Scotia home. The first three books ("Emilie," "Rose," "Gabrielle,") follow the Gallant sisters as they attempt to reunite with their father (and find love) in the wilds of Louisiana and "Delphine" (Book Four) takes place during Louisiana's role in the American Revolution. The Dugas family saga continues into the 19th century with "A Cajun Dream" (Book Five) and "The Letter" (Book Six).Cherie is also the author of "The Cajun Embassy" series of contemporary romances – "Ticket to Paradise," "Damn Yankees" and "Gone Pecan." What happens when several Columbia journalism coeds homesick for Louisiana find comfort in a bowl of Cajun gumbo? They become lifelong friends. Because love - and a good gumbo - changes everything.Visit Cherie at www.cherieclaire.net and write to her at CajunRomances@Yahoo.com.

Taming a pirate's heart.Raised by Captain Jean Bouclaire, Delphine Delaronde lost her heart to his partner Philibert Bertrand when she was just a girl. But when she finally came of age and confessed her love to the dashing Louisiana smuggler, he dismissed her "juvenile crush." Embarrassed and hurt Phiney fled to France, hoping to forget his cruel rejection, unaware that Phil had realized too late the precious gift he had cast aside. By the time fate brought them together again, Delphine had inherited a title, and a noblewoman's responsibilities.Now she seems beyond Philibert's reach forever. But beneath the poise and grace of the beautiful Countess Delaronde beats the passionate heart of a woman who will never give up her one true love."Author Cherie Claire masterfully blends the challenges of history, love and loyalty in Delphine. From the grand mansions of the aristocrats of France to the marauding dangers of the high seas, this rich plot combines intrigue, treachery, and traitorous love in a riveting novel readers will not be able to put down….Delphine comes highly recommended."-Cindy Penn, Word WrapBOOK DETAILS• Historical American romance, set in Louisiana in 1778• Book Four of Cherie's The Cajun series• A full-length novel of 90,000 words (about 365 printed book pages)• R-rated content: Steamy love scenes!• Originally published by Kensington Publishing Co.Books by Cherie Claire:The Cajuns historical sagaEmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter (novella)Other books by Cherie Claire:The Cajun EmbassyTicket to ParadiseDamn YankeesGone PecanCarnival Confessions: A Mardi Gras NovellaThe Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever Cherie Claire is the award-winning author of several Louisiana romances and a paranormal mystery series.Her latest is the Viola Valentine paranormal mystery series, featuring New Orleans travel writer and ghost sleuth Viola Valentine. The books are:"A Ghost of a Chance""Ghost Town""Trace of a Ghost""Ghost Trippin'""Give Up The Ghost""The Ghost is Clear" (novella)Ghost FeverOriginally published with Kensington, the "Cajun Series" of historical romance follows a family of Acadians (Cajuns) who travel to South Louisiana and start anew after being exiled from their Nova Scotia home. The first three books ("Emilie," "Rose," "Gabrielle,") follow the Gallant sisters as they attempt to reunite with their father (and find love) in the wilds of Louisiana and "Delphine" (Book Four) takes place during Louisiana's role in the American Revolution. The Dugas family saga continues into the 19th century with "A Cajun Dream" (Book Five) and "The Letter" (Book Six).Cherie is also the author of "The Cajun Embassy" series of contemporary romances – "Ticket to Paradise," "Damn Yankees" and "Gone Pecan." What happens when several Columbia journalism coeds homesick for Louisiana find comfort in a bowl of Cajun gumbo? They become lifelong friends. Because love - and a good gumbo - changes everything.Visit Cherie at www.cherieclaire.net and write to her at CajunRomances@Yahoo.com.

Spurned by the Americans living in the South Louisiana town of Franklin because of her Catholic upbringing, and forbidden to associate with the French Creoles and Cajuns by her father, Amanda Rose Richardson believes she is destined to become an old maid. When she finds herself in a compromised situation by the town rogue, it is her good friend René Comeaux, the darkly handsome and passionate Cajun who rescues her. Unbeknown to Amanda, René has been in love with her for months. But can René convince her father his intentions are honorable and win the heart of the "Jolie Blonde" he adores?

An award-winning romance between a very proper American heiress and the proud Cajun who is determined to win her love.Spurned by the Americans living in the South Louisiana town of Franklin because of her Catholic upbringing, and forbidden to associate with the French Creoles and Cajuns by her father, Amanda Rose Richardson believes she is destined to become an old maid. When she finds herself in a compromised situation by the town rogue, it is her good friend René Comeaux, the darkly handsome and passionate Cajun who rescues her. Unbeknown to Amanda, René has been in love with her for months. But can René convince her father his intentions are honorable and win the heart of the "Jolie Blonde" he adores?When American Amanda Richardson is compromised by the town rogue, it is her good friend René Comeaux, the darkly handsome and passionate Cajun who rescues her. Unbeknown to Amanda, René has been in love with her for months. Can René convince her father his intentions are honorable and win the heart of his "Jolie Blonde?""A Cajun Dream will bring a smile to readers' faces. Ms. Claire has captured the sweetness of falling in love the first time with the gentleness of Dorothy Garlock and the tenderness of Pamela Morsi." - Maria C. Ferrer for Romantic Times magazine"What a marvelous debut! Cherie Claire is sure to earn a bevy of fans with this charming and heartwarming tale." - Rexanne Becnel, author of Blink of An EyeBOOK DETAILS• Historical American romance, set in Louisiana in 1848• Book Five of Cherie's The Cajuns series• A full-length novel of 90,000 words (about 365 printed book pages)• R-rated content: Steamy love scenes!• Originally published by Kensington Publishing Co.• Holt, Romantic Times Reviewers Choice finalists• Louisiana Federation of Press Women Best Novel Award, National Federation of Press Women third place winner• RT four-star review, Amazon regional best-sellerBooks by Cherie Claire:The Cajuns historical sagaEmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter (novella)Other books by Cherie Claire:The Cajun EmbassyTicket to ParadiseDamn YankeesGone PecanCarnival Confessions: A Mardi Gras NovellaThe Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever Cherie Claire is the award-winning author of several Louisiana romances and a paranormal mystery series.Her latest is the Viola Valentine paranormal mystery series, featuring New Orleans travel writer and ghost sleuth Viola Valentine. The books are:"A Ghost of a Chance""Ghost Town""Trace of a Ghost""Ghost Trippin'""Give Up The Ghost""The Ghost is Clear" (novella)Ghost FeverOriginally published with Kensington, the "Cajun Series" of historical romance follows a family of Acadians (Cajuns) who travel to South Louisiana and start anew after being exiled from their Nova Scotia home. The first three books ("Emilie," "Rose," "Gabrielle,") follow the Gallant sisters as they attempt to reunite with their father (and find love) in the wilds of Louisiana and "Delphine" (Book Four) takes place during Louisiana's role in the American Revolution. The Dugas family saga continues into the 19th century with "A Cajun Dream" (Book Five) and "The Letter" (Book Six).Cherie is also the author of "The Cajun Embassy" series of contemporary romances – "Ticket to Paradise," "Damn Yankees" and "Gone Pecan." What happens when several Columbia journalism coeds homesick for Louisiana find comfort in a bowl of Cajun gumbo? They become lifelong friends. Because love - and a good gumbo - changes everything.Visit Cherie at www.cherieclaire.net and write to her at CajunRomances@Yahoo.com.

Love has a way of bringing people together.Orphaned and alone in antebellum New Orleans, Fiona Riley promises a dying friend she will raise the woman's child as her own. But without a job and a roof over their heads Fiona fears for their lives. When a letter arrives announcing that relatives in a bayou town are searching for their long-lost cousin, Fiona finds the answer to her prayers, even if it means deceiving others to survive.Emile Dugas knew she was lying the moment he set eyes on Fiona Riley, an Irish immigrant trying to pose as his distant Cajun cousin. But how could he resist the entreating blues eyes of the angel baby she held in her arms or the fact that a larger force was at work in bringing them together?"Cherie Claire is a new voice in romance from the heartland of Louisiana. I found The Letter enchanting, original and lyrical from beginning to end. Catch this star rising - her talent is a gift of the Goddess!" - Eileen Charbonneau, author of Rachel LeMoyne"This is a well written and enjoyable story that will appeal to all fans of good fiction, not just romance readers." - Greg Langley, The Advocate newspaper, Baton RougeBOOK DETAILS• Historical American romance, set in Louisiana• Book Six of Cherie's The Cajun Series• A full-length novel of 90,000 words (about 365 printed book pages)• R-rated content: Steamy love scenes!• Originally published by Kensington Publishing Co.Books by Cherie Claire:The Cajuns historical sagaEmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter (novella)Other books by Cherie Claire:The Cajun EmbassyTicket to ParadiseDamn YankeesGone PecanCarnival Confessions: A Mardi Gras NovellaThe Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of a ChanceGhost TownTrace of a GhostGhost Trippin'Give Up the GhostThe Ghost is Clear (novella)Ghost Fever Cherie Claire is the award-winning author of several Louisiana romances and a paranormal mystery series.Her latest is the Viola Valentine paranormal mystery series, featuring New Orleans travel writer and ghost sleuth Viola Valentine. The books are:"A Ghost of a Chance""Ghost Town""Trace of a Ghost""Ghost Trippin'""Give Up The Ghost""The Ghost is Clear" (novella)Ghost FeverOriginally published with Kensington, the "Cajun Series" of historical romance follows a family of Acadians (Cajuns) who travel to South Louisiana and start anew after being exiled from their Nova Scotia home. The first three books ("Emilie," "Rose," "Gabrielle,") follow the Gallant sisters as they attempt to reunite with their father (and find love) in the wilds of Louisiana and "Delphine" (Book Four) takes place during Louisiana's role in the American Revolution. The Dugas family saga continues into the 19th century with "A Cajun Dream" (Book Five) and "The Letter" (Book Six).Cherie is also the author of "The Cajun Embassy" series of contemporary romances – "Ticket to Paradise," "Damn Yankees" and "Gone Pecan." What happens when several Columbia journalism coeds homesick for Louisiana find comfort in a bowl of Cajun gumbo? They become lifelong friends. Because love - and a good gumbo - changes everything.Visit Cherie at www.cherieclaire.net and write to her at CajunRomances@Yahoo.com.

The Cajuns Series follows a family of Acadians (Cajuns) who travel to South Louisiana and start anew after being exiled from their Nova Scotia home.EmilieThirteen years after her family was torn apart during le grand dérangement, or exile by the British, Cajun Emilie Gallant journeys through untamed Louisiana in search of her father. But the dangers of the bayou are nothing compared to the fierce passion of Lorenz Dugas, her longtime companion. After losing so much, can she let herself love again?RoseRose Gallant was always the agreeable sister, which is why she'll do anything to help her Cajun family find their father in the wilds of Louisiana. So when a rich Louisiana Creole offers marriage and a chance to help, Rose believes the union will reunite her family. But it's the passionate and handsome Coleman Thorpe that sets her heart to flame. Thorpe is both English and Protestant and therefore forbidden, but Rose will soon learn how determined a man can be in love, able to break down all boundaries and bring a family together.GabrielleGabrielle Gallant lost her heart the moment she met the sun-bronzed and dangerously handsome Captain Jean Bouclaire on the banks of the mighty Mississippi. When he kissed her in the moonlight, it hardly mattered that he was a smuggler by trade and the father of an illegitimate daughter. Jean swore to return to her, to help Gabrielle in her quest to reunite her Cajun family, but a duel went tragically wrong. Suddenly the bold privateer Gabrielle desired was a man on the run with a price on his head. Now it will take a miracle to bring them together, or the courage of a woman who will risk everything to be with the man she loves.DelphineRaised by Captain Jean Bouclaire, Delphine Delaronde lost her heart to his partner Philibert Bertrand when she was just a girl. But when she finally came of age and confessed her love to the dashing Louisiana smuggler, he dismissed her "juvenile crush." Embarrassed and hurt Phiney fled to France, hoping to forget his cruel rejection, unaware that Phil had realized too late the precious gift he had cast aside. By the time fate brought them together again, Delphine had inherited a title, and a noblewoman's responsibilities. Now she seems beyond Philibert's reach forever. But beneath the poise and grace of the beautiful Countess Delaronde beats the passionate heart of a woman who will never give up her one true love.A Cajun DreamSpurned by the Americans living in the South Louisiana town of Franklin because of her Catholic upbringing, and forbidden to associate with the French Creoles and Cajuns by her father, Amanda Rose Richardson believes she is destined to become an old maid. When she finds herself in a compromised situation by the town rogue, it is her good friend René Comeaux, the darkly handsome and passionate Cajun who rescues her. Unbeknown to Amanda, René has been in love with her for months. But can René convince her father his intentions are honorable and win the heart of the "Jolie Blonde" he adores?The LetterOrphaned and alone in antebellum New Orleans, Fiona Riley promises a dying friend she will raise the woman's child as her own. But without a job and a roof over their heads Fiona fears for their lives. When a letter arrives announcing that relatives in a bayou town are searching for their long-lost cousin, Fiona finds the answer to her prayers, even if it means deceiving others to survive. Emile Dugas knew she was lying the moment he set eyes on Fiona Riley, an Irish immigrant trying to pose as his distant Cajun cousin. But how could he resist the entreating blues eyes of the angel baby she held in her arms or the fact that a larger force was at work in bringing them together?The Cajuns historical sagaEmilieRoseGabrielleDelphineA Cajun DreamThe Letter (novella) Cherie Claire is the award-winning author of several Louisiana romances and a paranormal mystery series.Her latest is the Viola Valentine paranormal mystery series, featuring New Orleans tr