Jeannie Lin - Silk, Swords And Surrender

Be swept away to a land of silk and swords, passion and surrender

From USA TODAY bestselling author Jeannie Lin comes a tantalizing new five-story volume. Take a journey to Tang Dynasty China and join five unique heroines as they fight, seduce and steal their way into their heroes’ hearts.

Rediscover four reader-favorite stories and immerse yourself in “The Touch of Moonlight,” the brand-new sexy novella from this highly-acclaimed author!

Praise for award-winning author of Silk, Swords and Surrender Jeannie Lin

‘This is one bit of fancy and fearless footwork that you won’t want to miss.’

—Heroes and Heartbreakers on A Dance with Danger

‘Lin has a gift for bringing the wondrous and colorful world of ancient China to readers.’

—RT Book Reviews on My Fair Concubine

‘Lin’s politically and culturally rich story is atypical, sensual, and filled with honour and wit.’

—Publishers Weekly on The Sword Dancer

‘The action never stops, the love story is strong and the historical backdrop is fascinating. For the adventurous reader...this is a treasure.’

—RT Book Reviews on Butterfly Swords

Award-winning author JEANNIE LIN started writing her first book while working as a high school science teacher in South Central Los Angeles. Her stories are inspired by a mix of historical research and wuxia adventure tales. Jeannie’s groundbreaking historical romances set in Tang Dynasty China have received multiple awards, including the Golden Heart for her debut novel Butterfly Swords.

Silk, Swords and Surrender

Jeannie Lin

www.millsandboon.co.uk

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Back Cover Text Be swept away to a land of silk and swords, passion and surrender From USA TODAY bestselling author Jeannie Lin comes a tantalizing new five-story volume. Take a journey to Tang Dynasty China and join five unique heroines as they fight, seduce and steal their way into their heroes’ hearts. Rediscover four reader-favorite stories and immerse yourself in “The Touch of Moonlight,” the brand-new sexy novella from this highly-acclaimed author!

Praise Praise for award-winning author of Silk, Swords and Surrender Jeannie Lin ‘This is one bit of fancy and fearless footwork that you won’t want to miss.’ —Heroes and Heartbreakers on A Dance with Danger ‘Lin has a gift for bringing the wondrous and colorful world of ancient China to readers.’ —RT Book Reviews on My Fair Concubine ‘Lin’s politically and culturally rich story is atypical, sensual, and filled with honour and wit.’ —Publishers Weekly on The Sword Dancer ‘The action never stops, the love story is strong and the historical backdrop is fascinating. For the adventurous reader...this is a treasure.’ —RT Book Reviews on Butterfly Swords

About the Author Award-winning author JEANNIE LIN started writing her first book while working as a high school science teacher in South Central Los Angeles. Her stories are inspired by a mix of historical research and wuxia adventure tales. Jeannie’s groundbreaking historical romances set in Tang Dynasty China have received multiple awards, including the Golden Heart for her debut novel Butterfly Swords.

Title Page Silk, Swords and Surrender Jeannie Lin www.millsandboon.co.uk

THE TOUCH OF MOONLIGHT THE TOUCH OF MOONLIGHT

THE TAMING OF MEI LIN THE TAMING OF MEI LIN

THE LADY’S SCANDALOUS NIGHT

AN ILLICIT TEMPTATION

CAPTURING THE SILKEN THIEF

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THE TOUCH OF MOONLIGHT

Author Note Author Note Chapter One Chapter Two Chapter Three Chapter Four

I started writing the earliest novella in this collection six years ago. I remember the joy of writing it—I had just sold my first novel, Butterfly Swords, and The Taming of Mei Lin was originally a story-within-a-story of that larger narrative.

When it was released, I remember posting instructions on how to download it, since so many readers had never read an e-Book before. How times have changed! Six years in a writer’s life isn’t a great expanse of time, yet it feels as if publishing has lived a thousand lives.

During that time, I’ve alternated between full-length novels and shorter works, expanding my Tang Dynasty world. With the shorter stories I was able to experiment with condensed timelines and building conflict quickly. I was able to explore ways of creating a vibrant world in fewer words while playing with multiple side stories and characters.

In this collection there are linked stories to Butterfly Swords, The Dragon and the Pearl and My Fair Concubine. Capturing the Silken Thief was written as a lead-in to the Lotus Palace series. And the new addition, The Touch of Moonlight presents a girl-next-door tale, Tang Dynasty style, to counterbalance the sword fights and high drama.

I loved writing these stories and I’ve always been proud of them. I’ve always hoped they would be gathered into a single collection for readers to enjoy and here they are! Dreams do come true.

You can find out more about these stories or contact me online at my website jeannielin.com. Let me know which story is your favorite.

Contents

Author Note Author Note Author Note Chapter One Chapter Two Chapter Three Chapter Four I started writing the earliest novella in this collection six years ago. I remember the joy of writing it—I had just sold my first novel, Butterfly Swords, and The Taming of Mei Lin was originally a story-within-a-story of that larger narrative. When it was released, I remember posting instructions on how to download it, since so many readers had never read an e-Book before. How times have changed! Six years in a writer’s life isn’t a great expanse of time, yet it feels as if publishing has lived a thousand lives. During that time, I’ve alternated between full-length novels and shorter works, expanding my Tang Dynasty world. With the shorter stories I was able to experiment with condensed timelines and building conflict quickly. I was able to explore ways of creating a vibrant world in fewer words while playing with multiple side stories and characters. In this collection there are linked stories to Butterfly Swords, The Dragon and the Pearl and My Fair Concubine. Capturing the Silken Thief was written as a lead-in to the Lotus Palace series. And the new addition, The Touch of Moonlight presents a girl-next-door tale, Tang Dynasty style, to counterbalance the sword fights and high drama. I loved writing these stories and I’ve always been proud of them. I’ve always hoped they would be gathered into a single collection for readers to enjoy and here they are! Dreams do come true. You can find out more about these stories or contact me online at my website jeannielin.com . Let me know which story is your favorite.

Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter One

Tang Dynasty China, 841 AD