Book excerpt: Edwina dreams of a musical career rather than the life her grandmother is pushing her toward—that of marriage, children, and tradition. Boredom on a grand scale! Attendance at the Highland gathering is a compromise, and all is going swimmingly with not a mate in sight until he prowls into the ballroom. An older man—striking and confident, and everything her teenage self wished for in a partner before music and songwriting became her focus. Shapeshifter Mikhail has come to claim his bride, and he’s not leaving without her. A wife will ensure his life and household run smoothly, and he can focus on his business. Edwina isn’t the willing bride he expects, but with a bit of blackmail, the wedding moves forward. His feline adores her sass, and their instant connection surprises him. Powerless to halt this abduction, Edwina puts on a brave face and publicly accepts the hand life has dealt her, but she refuses to let this charismatic tiger shifter walk all over her, even if he makes her purr…