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Outlaw King by Julie Johnstone
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShe’s the weapon intended to destroy him. He’s the key to her freedom. Dark days have come to medieval Scotland, and fierce warrior Robert the Bruce would do anything to release his country from English rule—and not just because he’s the rightful heir to the Scottish throne... -
The Memory of Her Kiss by Rebecca Ruger
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAnice Lindsay is a novice at Jardine abbey, whose true calling seems to be getting into trouble. Gregor Kincaid, known as The Fist of Scotland, is a fierce warrior and noble companion to William Wallace.Gravely wounded and separated from his army, Gregor stumbles upon the exquisite Anice, locked outside of the nunnery in the midst of one of her regular punishments...Categorized as:
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The Scot: A Forbidden Love Medieval Romance by Cecelia Mecca
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe only cares about revenge. Until he meets her. A widow after only one year of marriage, Lady Roysa chooses to run to her sister Idalia, who is wintering at Dromsley Castle, rather than retreat to the property granted to her. What she doesn’t realize is that Idalia and her new husband have a secret—they are part of a rebellion against the king, as is their gruff host at Dromsley Castle... -
The Mercenary by Cecelia Mecca
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA fake marriage is the last thing he wants...and the one thing he needs.Guy Lavallais never expected to marry. But when a nun overhears him making treasonous overtures to a bishop, she makes a shocking ultimatum: marry her or she'll tell all. And there is plenty to tell... -
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The Shadow of Her Smile by Rebecca Ruger
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAda Moncriefe cannot stand by while her betrothed cruelly executes prisoners. She makes a daring plan to free the Scots warriors in the dungeon, only asking that the brave leader take her with him when they escape. Things go horribly wrong, and Ada pays a dear price for her sacrifice. Broken and scarred afterward, she lives a ghost-like existence, having no idea what her future holds...Categorized as:
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Bride of Fire by Glynnis Campbell
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA hot-tempered warrior lass and an unwelcome Highlander fight over a castle, but when he takes her hostage, his tragic tale and his motherless infant kindle a new flame in her heart.Beautiful, hot-tempered warrior maid Jenefer of Rivenloch is used to taking what she wants, whether it's command of her father's archers or the castle she's had her eye on for years... -
Bride of Fire by Glynnis Campbell
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA hot-tempered warrior lass and an unwelcome Highlander fight over a castle, but when he takes her hostage, his tragic tale and his motherless infant kindle a new flame in her heart.Beautiful, hot-tempered warrior maid Jenefer of Rivenloch is used to taking what she wants, whether it's command of her father's archers or the castle she's had her eye on for years...Categorized as:
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Ian's Rose: Book One of The Mackintoshes and McLarens by Suzan Tisdale
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTHIS IS MEANT FOR PRE-ORDER PURPOSES ONLY. The final book will be over 90,000 words in length, which should be around 300 pages. This file is meant as a PLACEHOLDER during the pre-order proess. This is NOT the final file, nor is it the final word count. Sincerely, Suzan Tisdale They should never have stolen his wife...Categorized as:
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Highlander Unchained, Highlander Unmasked, Highlander Untamed by Monica McCarty
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThree Hard Cover Like New Novels by Monica McCarty offered as a set: Highlander Unchained, Highlander Untamed, Highlander Unmasked. The DJ of each book displays minor shelf wear and rubbing. Otherwise the books are new with crisp, clean, unmarked pgs...Categorized as:
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The Promise of a Highlander by Emma Prince
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe is no man of honor… To help his sister heal from a traumatic captivity, Logan Mackenzie reluctantly seeks the Bodyguard Corps’ protection. After so many years as a mercenary, he is resistant to live by their code—until he rescues a beautiful Englishwoman from a snowstorm. He vows to protect Helena, even though she kindles a desire that threatens to expose his shameful past... -
Highlander Unbroken by Vonda Sinclair
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn exciting new Highland Adventure novel from Vonda Sinclair, USA Today bestselling author of searing and deeply emotional Scottish historical romance. Torture has driven Neacal MacDonald to the brink of madness. As the new chief of the MacDonald clan, Neacal will do whatever it takes to honor his late father and to help his clan thrive...Categorized as:
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Her Wild Highlander by Emma Prince
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen a lone wolf warrior must protect a woman with a secret, can love heal their wounded hearts? A Rogue Highlander… After earning a spot in King Robert the Bruce’s elite Bodyguard Corps, Kieran MacAdams is tasked with his first mission. Vivienne, a lady-in-waiting in the French court, has become a target after helping thwart a plot against the King... -
The Rogue's Redemption by Cecelia Mecca
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis eighth installment of the bestselling Border Series can be read as a standalone novel. He thought himself irredeemable. She showed him the truth. The Rogue Reid Kerr has always known his place. He’s the brother no one can depend on, the rogue who’s determined never to marry... -
Fallen: A Medieval Scottish Romance by Jayne Castel
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA woman running from her past. An outlaw determined to triumph over his. The twisted clan-chief who hunts them both. Redemption and healing wounded hearts in Medieval Scotland.Sister Coira has a secret. She once worked in a brothel and was the favorite plaything of the MacKinnon clan-chief. But since fleeing the hardship of her old life, she has made a new one for herself—as a nun... -
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Highlander Forbidden by Jayne Castel
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsForbidden love tastes the sweetest. He should hate her—instead she becomes his obsession. Rivalry and passion collide in Medieval Scotland.Jaimee Mackay wants to remain unwed, but the time is coming when she must choose a husband. As a laird’s sister, it’s her responsibility to strengthen clan alliances...Categorized as:
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Highland Heartbreaker by Julie Johnstone
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA fallen hero. A jilted lass. A game of treachery they may not survive.The day Elena MacLeod’s arrow pierced Rolland MacKay’s arse, she fell in love with the ruggedly handsome Scot, despite her better judgment. After all, he was known as the Highland Heartbreaker. Given that, it should have come as no surprise when he disappeared without a trace before they were to be wed...Categorized as:
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Bride of Mist by Glynnis Campbell
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom USA Today bestselling author Glynnis Campbell...A beautiful and deadly warrior lass tracks down a savage Highlander and targets him for assassination, until she learns he's not the villain he seems, but a noble laird desperate to win back both his tormented clan and her precious heart...Categorized as:
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Unforgotten by Jayne Castel
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA widowed clan-chief, a knife-wielding nun, and a once in a lifetime love. A sweeping, epic tale of second chances and forbidden love in Medieval Scotland—from the author of the Amazon best-selling Brides of Skye series.Gavin MacNichol once broke Annella Fraser’s heart. After he ended their affair to wed her elder sister, Ella fled her home and took the veil... -
Heart of Shadows by Paula Quinn
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe light tempted him away from his purpose, and though he enjoyed what he could find in the light, he chose to stay in the shadows cast by it... Commander Torin Gray is known among the Bruce’s most elite Highland warriors as Shadow because of his prowess at infiltrating any English stronghold and discovering its weaknesses before bringing the king’s army to its doors...Categorized as:
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A Protector in the Highlands by Heather McCollum
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith few other options, Scarlet Worthington flees from her home in England to the wild Highlands of Scotland to help her sister run a school for ladies. There, Scarlet begins to rebuild her own shattered confidence by recruiting a fierce Campbell warrior to teach her and the students how to protect themselves from villains and scoundrels... -
When a Highlander Loses His Heart by Julie Johnstone
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsShe was nothing more than retaliation against his enemies…until she became the woman he could not live without. Set on revenge, Highland warrior Graham MacLeod abducts Isobel Campbell never anticipating his enemy’s daughter would awaken an irresistible hunger in him... -
Highland Captive by Alyson McLayne
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsShe wasn't just his son's savior.She may be his as well... Laird Gavin MacKinnon is a changed man―and not for the better. Ever since his young son, Ewan, disappeared two years ago, Gavin has grown callous and bitter. Scouring the countryside, his search leads him to a mysterious woman who maintains the boy is hers. He decides to take them both and ask questions later... -
Morna's Legacy: Box Set by Bethany Claire
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDiscover the Bestselling Morna’s Legacy Series Includes the first 3 novels in Morna’s Legacy Series, as well as the Christmas novella: Love Beyond Time (Book 1): Nearly 400 years ago, the Conall clan and their people were murdered in a surprise attack, their castle burned to the ground...Categorized as:
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The Thief's Countess: Border Series Book 1 by Cecelia Mecca
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA thief turned reluctant protector… A countess who resents but can’t resist him… THE REIVER Sir Geoffrey has dedicated his life to exacting revenge on the men who killed his parents and stole his birthright. The son of a baron, he has been reduced to stealing the resources he needs to reclaim his family legacy... -
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Highland Avenger by Hannah Howell
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsNew York Times bestselling author Hannah Howell continues the dramatic Murray saga with this brand-new story of passions surging in the face of fear. . .Once, Arianna Murray Lucette believed she'd met the man she could always rely on. She was wrong. Now she is fleeing for her life, and when her enemies attack a ship bound for her only refuge, she believes all hope is lost...Categorized as:
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The Highlander's Outlaw Bride by Cathy MacRae
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThrust into the role of laird upon his father's unexpected death, Connor MacLaurey returns home to learn his cousin has usurped his lands and title. Furthermore, his betrothed--a lass he barely knows and certainly did not agree to marry--is hunted by the sheriff, accused of stealing cattle...Categorized as:
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Saving Moirra's Heart by Suzan Tisdale
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe story of Moirra’s Heart concludes with Saving Moirra’s Heart. After losing everything they own in a fire, Alysander and Moirra’s plans to begin anew are torn asunder when Moirra is arrested for the murder of her last husband. Moirra is determined to protect her family at all costs. Even if it means hanging for a crime she did not commit...Categorized as:
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Taral, Ralin, Steppen, Edana & Slava by Marti Talbott
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTARAL -- Laird Neil MacGreagor's bride was not happy in her marriage. She tried everything to compensate including turning her attention to making sure the fun loving Taral didn't marry the wrong man. But before Taral could have a proper wedding, affairs of the heart had to be set aside for a far more dangerous concern - a concern that threatened the survival of the entire clan...Categorized as:
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Highland Warlord by Amy Jarecki
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAfter the crowning of Robert the Bruce, Sir James Douglas is sent to the Scottish borders to wreak havoc on those loyal to Edward of England. But his plans go wildly astray when Lady Ailish Maxwell’s brother is captured by her traitorous uncle...Categorized as:
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Scottish Starter Box Set: Angel of Skye / The Dreamer / Borrowed Dreams by May McGoldrick
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsScottish Starter Box Set by May McGoldrickThree Full Length Series-Starter Novels. Opening the door to danger and desire!This box set contains the opening novels of three exciting, award-winning historical romance trilogies set in the Scottish Highlands... -
Stealing Moirra's Heart: Book One of the Moirra's Heart Series by Suzan Tisdale
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsStealing Moirra’s Heart was originally published in November, 2014 as part of the Guardians of Crihde – Highland Winds collection...Categorized as:
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Claimed: A Medieval Scottish Romance (The Sisters of Kilbride) by Jayne Castel
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA widow intent on taking the veil. The guard who would lay down his life for her. The proposal that will alter their relationship forever. A powerful tale of unrequited love in Medieval Scotland.Lady Drew MacKinnon doesn't belong anywhere. A widow who has never remarried, she decides that the time has come for her to do as society expects and take the veil...Categorized as:
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Secrets of the Heart: Book One of The MacCallens and Randalls by Suzan Tisdale
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWidowed clan chief Connor MacCallen prays fervently for a loving wife and children, as well as peace for his clan. As blessed as they are with abundant crops and cattle, they are threatened by the generations' old feud with the Randalls. Connor must find a way to stop the feud from turning into war...Categorized as:
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Passion and Plunder by Collette Cameron
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWould you sacrifice everything for the person you love, knowing you can never be together? A desperate Scottish lady Lydia Farnsworth—the sole surviving heir to the Laird of Tornbury Fortress—has lost nearly everyone she loves. Now her father lies on his deathbed...Categorized as:
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Highland Warrior by Heather McCollum
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJoshua Sinclair was once the fiercest and most notorious warrior of the mighty Sinclair clan of Northern Scotland. But now there’s nothing and no one that can make him take up arms again. Except a beautiful woman, it seems...Categorized as:
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How Goes The World? by K.J. Charles
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Positively Final Appearance: a two-part epilogue with Daniel and Archie at a house party and Kim and Will in a gentleman's club, because those are definitely settings that go well for them... -
A Private Miscellany by K.J. Charles
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA short (7.5K words) free coda to the Society of Gentlemen series, catching up on the main characters a year and a half later... -
Highlander's Redemption by Emma Prince
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsHe is on a mission... Garrick Sinclair, an expert archer and Robert the Bruce's best mercenary, is sent on a covert operation to the Borderlands by his older brother, Laird Robert Sinclair. He never expects to meet the most beautiful woman he's ever seen - who turns out to be the sister of Raef Warren, his family's mortal enemy... -
Highland Savage by Hannah Howell
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBeaten and left for dead, Sir Lucas Murray is a man wounded in body and soul. He has brought himself back to becoming the warrior he once was—except for his ruined leg and the grief he feels over the death of the woman he once loved...the same woman who led him into his enemies’ hands. Dressed as a masked reiver, it is Katerina Haldane who saves Lucas as he battles for his life—and for revenge... -
The Hunter: Ella Ross' Story by Hildie McQueen
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBy my reader's popular request, I wrote a novella to tell you Ella Ross’ story. It is shorter than the other books in the series, because of my tight writing schedule. However, I know you will love this delightful tale.Winter brings harsh tidings to Evander Macdonald’s life. His father, the current laird of Clan Macdonald, lies on his deathbed and has two requests for his son...Categorized as:
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La decisión de Elizabeth by Jana Westwood
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratings«—Por cierto… —William movió la copa en su mano lentamente—. ¿Quién es ese Dougal que las acompaña? ¿Qué podéis contarme de él?Alexander y Edward se miraron un instante antes de volver a fijar la vista en William.—Es una larga historia —dijo Alexander.—Necesitaremos más vino. —Edward se levantó para coger otra botella»...Categorized as:
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Enemy of the Highlander by Kate Robbins
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTwo years ago Freya MacKay walked away from the only man she would ever love, her family’s bitter enemy, knowing her clan would never accept their love. A fragile alliance has been forged and now he has returned to warn of a terrible threat. Freya MacKay is torn between the familiar surge of passion he evokes and her promise to wed another man... -
Maree, Gillie, Jessup & Glenna by Marti Talbott
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCLARE: Clare of the Abbey hoped to marry the Lord of Wickerly Castle until word came that he was dead. So with no reason to stay, she went to Scotland with her sister and did not speak of her grief. But her uncommon beauty tempted all the Highlander men and soon the jealous unmarried women were demanding she choose a husband...Categorized as:
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The Promise by V.J. Dunraven
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLibrarian Note: Alternate Cover Edition for ISBN-10: 1479183636 / ISBN-13: 9781479183630). "I was deeply drawn into The Promise--the charm and complexity of the characters, the vibrancy of the settings, and the plot that gripped me from beginning to end." --Kathryn Lynn Davis, NY Times Bestselling Author of Too Deep For Tears Richard Christopher Radcliffe, the Marquess of Sunderland ..Categorized as:
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The Highlander's Tempestuous Bride by Cathy MacRae
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsReturning home after a ten-year absence, Ryan Macraig falls for a fiery, red-haired lass from the wrong side of the firth. He can’t ignore his need to see her again, even knowing she must be a hated Macrory. Gilda Macrory trespasses Macraig land, but haunting memories of the young man she once met there draw her to the forbidden place...Categorized as:
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Highland Resurrection by B.J. Scott
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGravely injured during the massacre at Berwick on Tweed and with no memory of his past, Brother Lazarus was raised by monks until called upon by the Catholic Church to take up arms and protect pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land...Categorized as:
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Highland Deception by Lori Ann Bailey
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsScotland, August 1642 Maggie and Lachlan must fight their growing attraction, battling suspicion and intrigue as religious and political turmoil threaten to tear their clans apart. He has sworn he will never marry. Lachlan Cameron is honor bound to see a wounded lass to safety, although he has well learned women are deceivers, and this lovely maid harbors a wealth of secrets...Categorized as:
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Protected by the Laird by Eliza Knight
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWHEN SHE NEEDED A CHAMPION… HE RAISED HIS SWORD… While besieging an enemy castle, Laird Douglas Hay comes across the half-frozen body of a lass. She’s obviously one of the enemy, but he cannot allow her to die. Besides, as his captive, she could bring a hefty ransom. He revives her, a task easier managed than her fiery temper and the intense desire heating his veins...Categorized as:
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The Warrior's Reward by Samantha Holt
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFollowing the failure of the rebellion, Wales is a desperate country. As is the illegitimate son of the Prince of Wales, Ieuan. He is forced to travel from Wales to England to take part in a joust in a bid to get close to a woman—the famed Treasure of Tynewell. He soon discovers Rosamunde de Lacy certainly lives up to her name. And seems as pampered and as innocent as he thought she’d be...Categorized as:
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The Scot's Bride by Paula Quinn
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAN IRRESISTIBLE SCOUNDREL Highlander Patrick MacGregor likes his life just the way it is. Fighting for his coin, enjoying a woman's charms, and bearing no responsibility at all. Aye, that's the life for him. That is, until Patrick sees her-a raven-haired beauty with eyes as dark as midnight. Patrick swore never to fall in love. Not even with a lass as wild as he..Categorized as:
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