By the Assassin's Side

A high-seas historical romance that chains a fugitive courtesan to the pirate assassin she never asked for, with a treasure map split between them and mercenaries in pursuit. Swashbuckling enemies-to-lovers adventure where the bargain is business and the attraction is anything but.

A Stolen Map. A Reluctant Alliance. A Prize Worth More Than Gold.

With part of a stolen treasure map in her possession and mercenaries on her trail, Vivian runs to the one person she knows will keep her safe. But when she arrives at Captain Viktor's ship, it isn't her oldest friend at the helm. A stranger named Simon Blackmore has taken his place, a captain whose skills as both pirate and assassin are exactly what she needs to find Captain Avery's lost treasure and stay ahead of the men who want their map back.

Half the treasure convinces Simon to escort the fiery courtesan. Trouble waits at every port, and her obstinate streak makes a monumental task harder still. Yet beneath her hardened surface, Simon finds something that may be worth more than the gold within their reach.

Soon they're fighting for more than survival. The feelings growing between them may prove a greater threat than the men hunting the map, and neither the treasure nor their hearts can be claimed without cost.

By the Assassin's Side is the third standalone romance in the Daggers of Desire series, for readers who love enemies-to-lovers tension, treasure hunts, forced alliances and high-seas adventure. Perfect for fans of Johanna Lindsey, Lisa Kleypas and Sabrina Jeffries.

Praise for the Daggers of Desire series:

★★★★★ “A captivating pirate. A damsel in distress with some wicked claws. I could not put this book down!" – Goodreads Review”

★★★★★ “An intense, dramatic, action filled, exciting story.” -Goodreads Review

★★★★★ “This was probably my favourite book out of the Daggers of Desire series!” -Goodreads Review