In The Aftermath of War, A Young Woman Struggles to Find Peace and Love in Velvet Night, a Historical Romance by Jo Goodman
— 1815, English Countryside and London; Boston —
Abducted, drugged, and sold to a brothel, Kenna Dunne is believed dead. If not for Rhys Canning's timely rescue, her death would be a reality. Escaping England and a shadowy past with Rhys, the only person she trusts to protect her, Kenna arrives in Boston as Rhys's wife and with a newfound purpose. Together they will save the shipping line inherited from his father.
Believing Kenna is safe from her father's killer and the trauma of witnessing his death, Rhys truly enjoys his time with her. But peace is short-lived when the past catches up to them.
Now, they must learn the truth behind Kenna's father's murder. With Kenna's life at risk once again, she acknowledges that someone she loves may be trying to kill her.
Publisher's Note: For new and old fans of Jo Goodman comes one of her classic works, freshly edited by Jo Goodman for today's audience. Fans of Mary Jo Putney, Kat Martin, Jo Beverley, Courtney Milan and Kaki Warner will enjoy this spirited adventure and romance.
REVIEWS:
"Delightful and exciting…Goodman holds the suspense as well as the surprises and never lets up on the passion." — RT Book Reviews
"Goodman is a thoughtful and intelligent writer who can make her characters live and breathe on the page." — All About Romance
"A perfect treat for readers who enjoy smart, sensual love stories à la Amanda Quick." — Book List
"A tender, engaging romance and a dash of risk in a totally compelling read." — Library Journal
"For the pure joy of reading a romance, this book comes close to perfection." — Dear Author
ALSO BY JO GOODMAN:
Violet Fire
Scarlet Lies
Sweet Fire
THE MCCLELLANS
Crystal Passion
Seaswept Abandon
Tempting Torment
THE HAMILTON FAMILY
More Than You Know
More Than You Wished
THE COMPASS CLUB
Let Me Be The One
Everything I Ever Wanted
All I Ever Needed
Beyond A Wicked Kiss
THE DENNEHY SISTERS
Only My Love
My Heart's Desire
Forever in My Heart
Always in My Dreams
Only in My Arms
THE MARSHALL BROTHERS
Her Defiant Heart
His Heart's Revenge
THE THORNE BROTHERS TRILOGY
My Steadfast Heart
My Reckless Heart
With All My Heart
Jo Goodman has always been a fan of happily-ever-afters. She turned to writing romances when she realized the only life script she could control was the one she wrote herself. Once upon a time, Jo believed she was going to be a marine biologist. She knows she is lucky that seasickness made her change course. She lives with her family in Colliers, West Virginia. Visit her website at www.jogoodman.com.
