Highland Warrior Chronicles Series by Christina Phillips

9th century Highlands. An ambitious king who will stop at nothing in his quest for victory... even if that means forced marriages between his warriors—and the Princesses of Pictland.When Connor MacKenzie rides into Pictland on a mission for his king, he never expects to be captivated by a beautiful Pictish widow. Drawn under her spell, yet unaware of her identity, he risks everything for one passionate night in her arms... more9th century Highlands. An ambitious king who will stop at nothing in his quest for victory... even if that means forced marriages between his warriors—and the Princesses of Pictland.When Connor MacKenzie rides into Pictland on a mission for his king, he never expects to be captivated by a beautiful Pictish widow. Drawn under her spell, yet unaware of her identity, he risks everything for one passionate night in her arms.Aila, princess of Pictland, long ago turned her back on her goddess, and swore she would never marry again. But after meeting Connor, her frozen heart thaws and she imagines a future filled with love.When he delivers the royal message, Aila becomes a pawn in a deadly game of politics. Her heart belongs to Connor, but she must marry the prince of Dal Riada – his half-brother. But as dangerous secrets unravel, both Connor and Aila must find a way to outwit their enemies and face the shadows of their past if they want a chance of surviving, together, in this fractured new world.The Highland Warrior Chronicles is a projected seven-book series, which follows Scots warriors from Dal Riada as they find unexpected love in their marriages-of-convenience with pagan Pictish princesses. Each book follows one couple and is guaranteed a HEA at the end of their story.Previously published in 2013 less

A warrior with cursed royal blood. A princess who will never submit to the enemy. A forbidden love that could cost them everything...Tough Scots warrior Finn Braeson dreams of finding a gentle lass to love and share his life with. But when he is commanded by his king to marry the princess of Pictland he has no choice. It’s the only way to protect his mother and younger stepsisters from the king’s wrath. But before he can wed the elusive princess, he must first go undercover and find her... moreA warrior with cursed royal blood. A princess who will never submit to the enemy. A forbidden love that could cost them everything...Tough Scots warrior Finn Braeson dreams of finding a gentle lass to love and share his life with. But when he is commanded by his king to marry the princess of Pictland he has no choice. It’s the only way to protect his mother and younger stepsisters from the king’s wrath. But before he can wed the elusive princess, he must first go undercover and find her.Bound by a deathbed promise to her husband to never reveal her true identity as the princess of Pictland, Mairi is a fugitive in her own land. Determined to avenge her people against the upstart king, she has no intention of falling for the silken charm of any Scots warrior. Except Finn is like no other man she has ever known, and despite the danger of discovery, and the secrets she must keep, she cannot resist his allure.Captivated by the wit of the beautiful Pictish lady who has ensnared his heart, Finn craves for a future with her. But when betrayal rocks their fragile alliance, they must fight the political intrigues that surround them and put their trust in each other – or risk being torn apart forever. less