“4 Stars!...Marshall weaves historical facts into a well-written and highly captivating romance. The scene in which Julia and Rand find out that neither is what the other thought is humorous as well as poignant. The author ties up loose ends with a big bow and has an extraordinary way of setting the plot for her next book."—Romantic Times Bookclub

"5 Cups!...Darlene Marshall has written a wonderful story filled with romance and humor. The sexual tension explodes between Julia and Rand. This book will keep you up late into the night. It is impossible to put down."—Coffee Time Reviews

"8.5 Gargoyles!...A superbly written historical, the first book that kept me reading till the wee hours of the morning in a long time. I loved the characters and how they interacted with each other, they were vibrant and realistic. You felt for Julia and Rand, as things got more and more complicated for them. Her perfect blend of historical romance with a slight touch eroticism was a breath of fresh air. I loved the way [Marshall] made this entire book come together. I would most definitely read more by this author."—In The Library Reviews

"There are so many 'forced to live together, she isn't who she says she is, he isn't who he says he is' stories out there, and I can usually find one that takes place in just about every time period. What's different about Smuggler's Bride is the twists applied to the intrigue, and the side characters like Ma Ivey that almost overshadow the main protagonists. It's as fun and light in tone as Pirate's Price and a pleasure to read."—Smart Bitches Who Love Trashy Novels

"Smuggler's Bride has it all, backwoods language, pirates, romance, thievery, secrets and lies all tied together for a wonderful tale of life in Florida and England long ago."—Roundtable Reviews

"...A fast-paced, adventurous, passionate and thrilling plot that will please any reader loving a good mystery or romance novel. Again, Ms. Marshall has written a great yarn!"—The Best Reviews

"...Full of romance and adventure. What's not to love about a tale with pirates, love, and pickled possums! There are definitely sparks between Julia and Rand, and the supporting characters are priceless. Ma Ivey and her sons are hilarious and very entertaining. Fans of Darlene Marshall will recognize some characters from Pirate's Price in this novel. You'll definitely want to give this one a read, as I think you will really enjoy this tale of love and pirates set in Florida Territory, 1843."—Romance Reader At Heart

"...A lush and lovely piece, giving an accurate historical picture of what Florida was like in the mid-1800s. Plot twists and turns made this an exciting read. The descriptive passages are well-written; the trees, bugs, plants, and animals seem to almost leap off the page. I especially enjoyed the accuracy of the cooking practices, varieties of food, and entertainment common to this era. The characters have depth and realism; the tension and attraction between Rand and Julia serve to add layers to their relationship. Darlene Marshall pens a winner."—Fallen Angel Reviews

...“Now what?” Rand muttered. He wasn’t up to any practical jokes. He listened by the side of the shed and heard nothing for a few moments, then there was a muffled thud as something large fell to the ground, too big to be a raccoon. Rand walked over to the wood pile and grabbed a length of oak.

“All right, mister, I don’t know what you and the Iveys are up to, but I want you to come out real slow now.”

There was no movement, but a muffled snort came from inside. It occurred to him that maybe whoever was in there wasn’t in there of his own free will.

Still clutching the impromptu club, Rand put his hand on the latch and pulled hard, banging the door against the shed. He blinked into the darkness as dust and chaff swirled around, then looked down.

And grinned.