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.