The Sheik and the Bought Bride

by Susan Mallery

Series: Famous Families, Desert Rogues (13)

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It was bad enough being hauled out of bed by palace guards. Now Victoria McCallan had just offered to pay off her father's gambling debts--with herself as the prize! So the palace secretary was shocked when sexy Prince Kateb made her a counteroffer.... When Kateb whisked Victoria off to the desert to be his mistress for six months, the widowed ruler had no intention of falling in love. But the outspoken Texas transplant was soon tempting him to change his royal ways. Duty decreed the El Deharia sheik should wed a proper mate, but Kateb's heart was telling him something else: to claim Victoria as his woman--now and forever.… (more)

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I had no idea Susan Mallery wrote a sheik series. Probably because they are one of my least favorite types of stories. However, I do occasionally take a chance on one. At least I know I already like SM's books so it's not too much of a chance. This one was nice. Victoria was well written, spunky with a good heart and a good back story. Kateb was brooding and unwilling to chance his heart again after his first wife died, but he can't resist her. The ending was just a bit hokey but I'll not be too demanding here. There were some pretty love words when Kateb finally gives in to his feelings.

I offer you all that I have, all that I am. I will love you with my last breath. You outshine the sun. You are my world. Stay with me, marry me. Love me.

I may just have to try the others in the series. (

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Luziadovalongo | Jul 14, 2022 |

Let's hear it for strong women. Victoria had a really messed up background but it didn't stop her from blazing a trail so bright it hurt to see it.

Kateb was an interesting mix of honor and stubbornness as well as a man afraid to open his heart, especially because of the tragedies of his past.

The back and forth banter, sexual tension, and clash of traditions vs present political changes made for a nice read.

Would I recommend this book? Yes. I'd love to read a continuation story about these two. (

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kishazworld | Feb 1, 2018 |

I will start by saying this book is sooo far into fiction, I have no words.. BUT I ADORE THE DRAMA... THE PAGEANTRY!! TRES CHAUD!! (

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diidi92 | Nov 22, 2016 |

I will start by saying this book is sooo far into fiction, I have no words.. BUT I ADORE THE DRAMA... THE PAGEANTRY!! TRES CHAUD!! (

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diidi92 | Nov 22, 2016 |

It had it's unbelievable moments, especially when she acts all sassy in their culture, but still a fun escape romance. (

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mjmbecky | Jul 12, 2010 |

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Desert Rogues (13)

Famous Families

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Silhouette Special Edition (1 to 2106) (1999)

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The Sheikh Who Blackmailed Her (3-in-1) by Kim Lawrence

Desert Rogues Set by Susan Mallery

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The Sheik and the Bought Bride by Takako Hashimoto

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The Sheik and the Bought Bride

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The Sheik and the Bought Bride

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Desert Rogues: The Bought Bride

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2009-09-22

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The Sheik and the Bought Bride originally published as The Sheik and the Bought Bride

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It was bad enough being hauled out of bed by palace guards. Now Victoria McCallan had just offered to pay off her father's gambling debts--with herself as the prize! So the palace secretary was shocked when sexy Prince Kateb made her a counteroffer.... When Kateb whisked Victoria off to the desert to be his mistress for six months, the widowed ruler had no intention of falling in love. But the outspoken Texas transplant was soon tempting him to change his royal ways. Duty decreed the El Deharia sheik should wed a proper mate, but Kateb's heart was telling him something else: to claim Victoria as his woman--now and forever.

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It was bad enough being hauled out of bed by palace guards. Now Victoria McCallan had just offered to pay off her father's gambling debts—with herself as the prize! So the palace secretary was shocked when sexy Prince Kateb made her a counteroffer….
When Kateb whisked Victoria off to the desert to be his mistress for six months, the widowed ruler had no intention of falling in love. But the outspoken Texas transplant was soon tempting him to change his royal ways. Duty decreed the El Deharia sheik should wed a proper mate, but Kateb's heart was telling him something else: to claim Victoria as his woman—now and forever.

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