by Joy Nash
“You know,” he said, “magic or not, I lucked out. Only a woman as crazy as you would want to marry both me and my family.”
Nick’s cell phone started ringing again.
He didn’t answer it. He was too busy kissing the woman he loved.
Rave Reviews for USA Today Bestselling Author Joy Nash!
IMMORTALS: THE CROSSING
“I read this book in one sitting because it is just too good to put down. Don’t miss out on one of the best paranormal romances of the year!”
—Romance Junkies
“Nash’s latest hero is a charming rogue with a compassionate heart, while her heroine is a desperate mother willing to sacrifice everything to save her son…Mac Lir is a hero to die for.”
—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
IMMORTALS: THE AWAKENING
“Nash takes readers on a fast journey, keeping the action going from beginning to end. Cutting-edge drama, creative characters and a plot that moves like fire all create a great read. The Immortals series just keeps getting better and it may be hard to top this fantastic addition.”
—Paranormal Romance Writers
“This book is fantasy romance done right and done well.”
—All About Romance
DEEP MAGIC
“Deep Magic is filled with the imagery and magic of Druids during the Roman Era….Strong, lyrical writing with well-drawn settings and characters bring the story alive. Suspense and twists hold the reader’s attention and an intense ending makes this a satisfying read. Deep Magic is an enchanting tale.”
—Romance Reviews Today
“Nash follows The Grail King with a love story that completely envelops the reader in a magical world. Skilled at merging reality with Druid legend, she illuminates a dark age with fiery passions, political complexities, and an enchanting story.”
—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
More Rave Reviews for Joy Nash!
THE GRAIL KING
“Not since Mary Stewart’s Merlin trilogy has the magic of Avalon flowed as lyrically off the pages. Nash captures the myths of the Druids in a fresh, exciting approach delivering a tale that grabs hold of your heart and reaches deep into your soul bringing forth joy….”
—Romantic Times BOOKreviews, Top Pick, 4 1/2 stars
“The Grail King is a magnificent journey filled with adventure, magic, friendship, and honor that will make it difficult to put down until the end….Beautifully written with dymanic lead characters and several equally potent secondary players, The Grail King will put readers into its magical hold right from the beginning. Don’t miss this terrific novel!”
—Romance Reviews Today
“The Grail King turned out to be a rare jewel of a book, which grabbed my attention from the beginning and kept me enthralled until the very end….Wonderful, complex characters, an exciting, adventurous plot, and a great romance….Do yourself a favor and read The Grail King.”
—Once Upon a Romance Review
CELTIC FIRE
“Nash creates suspenseful, haunting and high-tension romance….A top-notch read.”
—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
“Joy Nash has created a lush world for senses of all kinds…. This is a wonderfully fast-paced read full of romance, love and fantasy that will continue to burn in the hearts of readers after the last page is turned.”
—Fresh Fiction
“Joy Nash is definitely one to be watched. She has great world-building skills, and her own personal magic with the pen is guaranteed to make hers a very strong name on the market in the not too distant future.”
—Love Romances
Other Books by Joy Nash:
IMMORTALS: THE RECKONING (Anthology)
IMMORTALS: THE CROSSING
IMMORTALS: THE AWAKENING
DEEP MAGIC
THE GRAIL KING
CELTIC FIRE
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A LEISURE BOOK®
June 2009
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Table of Contents
Cover Page
Title Page
Mixing Business With Pleasure
Dedication
Author's Note
Contents
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Chapter 33
Praise
Other Books By
Copyright