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In Praise of Younger Men

[Cover of In Praise of Younger Men]

You met Clarice Bradford in Amethyst and Cameron Leslie in Emerald. Now read an excerpt from their own story, Forevermore, in this Signet anthology!

The spark of youth…

The thrill of desire…

What is the invigorating appeal of the younger man? Is it his boyish charm, his enthusiasm for life? His appreciation of a woman's experience, and his eagerness to learn more? Or perhaps it's his vigor, his unending appetite, and his willingness to please. In this scintillating quartet of stories by four of today's most popular romance writers, the answers are discovered in a younger man's embrace…in tender promises of pleasure whispered behind closed doors…in the hunger of his deep, soft candlelight kisses…and in his ability to reawaken in his lover the joyous simplicity of a past innocence…

Let yourself go…

The Demon's Mistress by New York Times bestselling author Jo Beverley
A wealthy widow's proposition to a young officer could prove to be his redemption or his downfall.…
A Man Who Can Dance by New York Times bestselling author Cathy Maxwell
A governess offers lessons to a studious bachelor in the art of wooing—only to fall in love herself with his newfound charm.…
Written in the Stars by Jaclyn Reding
In order to fulfill her ancient family prophecy, a young woman is destined to marry a younger man—or else court disaster.…
Forevermore by Lauren Royal
A sensible woman throws caution to the wind when her fantasy man becomes a flesh-and-blood reality with an offer she can't refuse.…

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Four authors with plenty of talent tackle a fascinating concept: older women, younger men. It seems everywhere you look these days, older men are seen paired with women young enough to be their daughters. This month, Signet strikes back with a passionate compilation singing the praises of younger men—and it's a Top Pick! You'll be looking for a young man after reading this unforgettable anthology! —Kathe Robin, Romantic Times (4½ stars, Top Pick)

Four talented authors team up to celebrate the virtues of younger men in an enduring quartet of stories that historical romance enthusiasts are sure to cherish. Royal's fans may recognize the heroine from Forevermore, a 31-year-old widow and mother who appeared in Amethyst. Here she rediscovers the joy of intimacy in the arms of a young Scotsman. Atmospheric and charming, these vignettes are delightful bedtime stories. For many readers, this compilation will also prove to be a nice introduction to Royal, a promising new talent.Publishers Weekly (Forecast Review)

In Praise of Younger Men consists of four well-written historical romances in which an older woman and a younger man fall in love. Each tale is entertaining because all four couples are charming and easily belong together regardless of the taboo. Fans will enjoy this anthology. —Harriet Klausner (5 stars)

Four stars in the Signet constellation present a tantalizing foursome of younger men to populate our secret fantasies…[In Forevermore,] a little girl dreams of living in a castle, a woman ceased dreaming long ago, and a man has the means to make dreams come true…Regular readers of these writers will enjoy In Praise of Younger Men, but I highly recommend it to readers unfamiliar with any or all as a good sample of their talents. —Jane Bowers, Romance Reviews Today

…A delicious collection of four historical love stories about women and the delectable younger men they fall in love with. Each novella in this anthology is well-written with wonderful characters…The love scenes are tender and yet pack wickedly succulent knockout punches. —Mary Lynn, MyShelf.com

Wonderful stories! These stories are alternately sweet and sexy, and all are very touching. I'm giving this anthology four arrows! —Elizabeth Derrach, Bella Online

Don't miss this sensational novel by some top-notch authors we all love. If you've wondered what it would be like to fall in love with a younger man, you couldn't read four better tales than the ones by these authors. Forevermore…is a precious tale I adored, and it makes me want to go out and buy all of Lauren Royal's other books…This book is a #1 Keeper! —Suzanne Coleburn, The Belles and Beaux of Romance

All four tales are well-written and -researched, and each will tug your heartstrings. I highly recommend In Praise of Younger Men as a delightful way to pass an afternoon or evening. —Susan Lantz, Romance Fiction Form Leader, America Online

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