The Spaniard's Innocent Maiden

Book excerpt: A love to treasure . . . “A sweeping historical tale of 1500s culture clash . . . This is a fantastic adventure, comparable to any modern thriller.” —Fresh Fiction Benicio Villafuerte sailed to the New World to seek his fortune. But his treasure map is impossible to decipher. He needs a guide, and discovering an innocent native woman in trouble is the perfect opportunity. He’ll buy her freedom if she’ll help him on his hunt . . . Tula never imagined the adventure Benicio would take her on—for when their dangerous days explode into sensuous nights, she is brought to life. And soon she embarks on her own quest . . . to capture the conquistador’s heart! “Gilbert’s passion for ancient history imbues her tales with authenticity [and] immerses readers in a long-lost culture.” —RT Book Reviews