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The Westmorelands #6, 7
Claimed for Destiny: Jared's Counterfeit Fiancee / The Chase Is On
Two classic Westmoreland novels from bestselling author Brenda Jackson
"Jared's Counterfeit Fiancee"
Divorce attorney Jared Westmoreland has seen enough unhappy endings to avoid getting married. Even so, he can't stop obsessing over the gorgeous stranger who barged into his office weeks ago. When Jared meets Dana Rollins again, he decides to collect on the favor she owes him. Dana is reluctant to pretend to be engaged for Jared's family--until she gets swept up in the wild, heady passion they share. But when the charade ends, can she walk away--and keep her heart intact?
"The Chase Is On"
Chase is the last bachelor among the Westmoreland brothers. But the restaurateur is in no hurry to settle down. Life is sweet and business couldn't be better--especially since alluring confectioner Jessica Claiborne moved in next door. Yet even as Jessica surrenders to Chase's charm, she knows her family's secret could ruin any chance at love....
"Jared's Counterfeit Fiancee"
Divorce attorney Jared Westmoreland has seen enough unhappy endings to avoid getting married. Even so, he can't stop obsessing over the gorgeous stranger who barged into his office weeks ago. When Jared meets Dana Rollins again, he decides to collect on the favor she owes him. Dana is reluctant to pretend to be engaged for Jared's family--until she gets swept up in the wild, heady passion they share. But when the charade ends, can she walk away--and keep her heart intact?
"The Chase Is On"
Chase is the last bachelor among the Westmoreland brothers. But the restaurateur is in no hurry to settle down. Life is sweet and business couldn't be better--especially since alluring confectioner Jessica Claiborne moved in next door. Yet even as Jessica surrenders to Chase's charm, she knows her family's secret could ruin any chance at love....
244 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 17, 2011
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About the author
Brenda Jackson
921 books3,625 followersIn 1994, Brenda Jackson’s first novel, Tonight and Forever, was released. Since then she has had more than 100 novels and novellas published (the first African-American author to accomplish such a feat) and has over 3 million books in print.
A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.
In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.
In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.
Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.
A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Brenda is the first African-American author to have a book published by Harlequin Desire and the first African-American romance author to make the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller lists within the series romance genre.
In 2012, Brenda received the Romance Writers of America’s Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award—one of the highest literary awards a romance author can receive. In 2013, she was recognized by the mayor and the city of Jacksonville as being a Trailblazer in the literary field.
In 2010, she collaborated with Five Alive Films to turn her Truly Everlasting title into a feature film. Brenda’s 2011 novel A Silken Thread is scheduled to be filmed with Debbie Allen attached as director in 2015.
Email Brenda at authorbrendajackson@gmail.com or visit her on her website at brendajackson.net.
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April 10, 2011
After reading "Irresistible Forces" by Brenda Jackson it was very difficult to pick up another one of her novels. I found "Claimed for Destiny" just boring and badly written, but other bibliophiles, lovers of romance novels, and fans of Jackson's writing encouraged me to give her a second chance, so I did and I'm glad I got the opportunity to read "Claimed for Destiny." Jackson's two stories, "Jared's Counterfeit Fiancee" and "The Chase Is On" are quite similar - two Westmoreland men who have every luxury at their whim along with negative outlooks on love and relationships fall deeply in love with equally as successful, beautiful and ambitious women with some sort of problem that these Westmoreland men can solve thus giving these women the magnificent, luxurious lifestyles every woman could imagine along with mind-blowing sexual encounters. But, hey, I knew what I was getting into when I picked up these books and I'm not complaining. Jackson has won me over and I intend to get as many of Jackson's romance novels as I can in the coming weeks. She provides the drama and salacious tales I need to take my mind off my own real problems :) Anyway, "Claimed for Destiny" includes two fun reads. I haven't met my Westmoreland man yet, but I can read about the lucky women in Jackson's novels who have, can't I?
June 26, 2011
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I have read both books and really loved them. You cant go wrong with a Westmoreland brother, sister or cousin. If you are not familiar with the series i suggest to try and read in order, they can stand alone but it always refer to a family member or a teaser whose story is next.
I like them both but i really loved Jared's story
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I have read both books and really loved them. You cant go wrong with a Westmoreland brother, sister or cousin. If you are not familiar with the series i suggest to try and read in order, they can stand alone but it always refer to a family member or a teaser whose story is next.
I like them both but i really loved Jared's story
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February 13, 2011the
westmorelands are definitely in rare form as usual. You got to love their determination. I am always waiting for the next one.
westmorelands are definitely in rare form as usual. You got to love their determination. I am always waiting for the next one.
October 20, 2023
this is the cover i did read ...so i am going there. lots of editions to pick from. read it through my local library leaning program. i explain last time i read a bunch of Brenda's book through the same platform ... i did have to pick of the ones i did read. so i read this one ... Claimed for Destiny (why do i wanna write Dinner ... Claimed for Dinner. there authors that is title for ya!! lol.) as well as ... Bane #27 in series, Perfect Timing, Bachelor Undone #3, and Bachelor Unclaimed #4. now you might wonder why i did pick these ... well on the platform they were recommended and i was curious by the cover and title of the books. so my fave: "Perfect Timing" was a bit higher for me ... gosh ...that was a tough decision. gotta run ...books and life to be working on ... laters.
November 30, 2023
Great stories. Short, sweet and sexy as hell.
I didn't care much for Jared's mom (Sarah). I felt like she was competing with her best friend who sons had gotten married. Your kid has to fake a proposal to keep you happy-Ridiculous. Besides that, Jared and Dana was great, likeable characters. Their HEA was so sweet. I love their twists on classic games (Red Light, Green Light; Hide and Seek; and Spin the Bottle). That's one fun bedroom.
Chase and Jessica was fire from the first encounter. Chase is a quiet, deep sexy, and Jessica is fire sexy. Together, they are lit.
I didn't care much for Jared's mom (Sarah). I felt like she was competing with her best friend who sons had gotten married. Your kid has to fake a proposal to keep you happy-Ridiculous. Besides that, Jared and Dana was great, likeable characters. Their HEA was so sweet. I love their twists on classic games (Red Light, Green Light; Hide and Seek; and Spin the Bottle). That's one fun bedroom.
Chase and Jessica was fire from the first encounter. Chase is a quiet, deep sexy, and Jessica is fire sexy. Together, they are lit.
June 13, 2018
Great read!
This was a great add on to then Westmorland series. I love cooking so I naturally like this book the best.
This was a great add on to then Westmorland series. I love cooking so I naturally like this book the best.
December 2, 2019
I really enjoyed both books. I like when the leading man can be honest with his self and communicate his feelings when needed. Both books were steamy and kept my attention.
October 30, 2020
Great book!
I really enjoy this book. I am thoroughly enjoying the Westmoreland series. I can't wait to read the other books in this series.
I really enjoy this book. I am thoroughly enjoying the Westmoreland series. I can't wait to read the other books in this series.
January 14, 2025
It didn't disappoint. The biggest surprise was her being a virgin and not knowing it.
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December 10, 2013
"Jared's Counterfeit Fiancee"
This story was definitely a "green light" It's so funny how Dana and Jared pretended to be in love and actually fell in it. The fact that the two initially did this play act to make a Westmoreland mother happy, was very sweet to me! Great Job Brenda!!
"The Chase is On"
The soul food cooker, Chase found love with Jessica, the confectioner. This story was definitely dinner and dessert all at the same time. Hmmm.. quite tasty. I enjoyed reading the conclusion to the first set of Westmoreland brothers and I look forward to the next!!! Woohoo!!
This story was definitely a "green light" It's so funny how Dana and Jared pretended to be in love and actually fell in it. The fact that the two initially did this play act to make a Westmoreland mother happy, was very sweet to me! Great Job Brenda!!
"The Chase is On"
The soul food cooker, Chase found love with Jessica, the confectioner. This story was definitely dinner and dessert all at the same time. Hmmm.. quite tasty. I enjoyed reading the conclusion to the first set of Westmoreland brothers and I look forward to the next!!! Woohoo!!
November 19, 2015
Love the Westmoreland family series. So glad I am able to read the first stories two at a time. Definitely makes things easier. Another one that I could probably read over and over again without getting tired or bored. Mrs. Jackson is amazing!
February 21, 2011
i oved this author.
April 15, 2012
This is just a great family overall, I haven't read one that I didn't like....All were great stories/great characters.
July 18, 2012
These were both great guys. Ms. Jackson has done it again. I'm going to hate when I'm done reading the Westmorelands
January 21, 2014
Love those Westmorlanders
February 4, 2013
love both stories. must read series.
June 20, 2014
Both books well worth the read I enjoyed Chase's story but Jared's proposal was crazy with how the mother forced his hand. I loved it.
July 22, 2014
These books are really hot. Read them.
May 1, 2016
Love all her books. A great read.
February 27, 2011
good read
July 9, 2012
I loved Jared....just wish there was more of him in the real world!!!
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