The Mark of Fate (Touched Saga #1.5) by Elisa S. Amore

London, 1720. A young boy escapes through the crowd, a young woman in tears cries out in despair. For Evan James, one brief moment is enough for him to understand what has happened and to set off in hot pursuit of the little thief. When Evan returns to restore to the lady her stolen goods—a priceless antique medallion—Lady Venetia is struck by the young man’s beauty, his refined manner and his noble spirit. It is for this reason that she invites him to a reception taking place that evening at her father’s estate. It would be a rare opportunity for Evan to mingle with London’s nobility and, one day, even to win the hand of Lady Venetia, whose dowry might save his family from financial ruin.

And yet, something inside Evan makes him refuse. As if, deep in his heart, he could already feel that he belonged to another woman. A woman he had yet to meet. A woman who, when the moment arrived, would forever seal his fate…

With her direct yet multi-faceted style, Elisa S. Amore skillfully weaves together love, mystery and action to give life to a tale that is passionate and intense, filled with boldness and romance. It is a story that serves as the perfect introduction and prequel to Touched.