It’s late summer 1940, and Isla’s Donahue’s idyllic lifestyle comes to an abrupt end when her father sends her to the harsh confines of the poorhouse.Determined to find a way to escape, Isla quickly enlists the help of her new friends, and together they leave the hellhole that is Coxhill for a new life in Liverpool.It’s while she’s en route to Liverpool that she meets the handsome Theo, but all is not as it seems, and Theo’s dark past comes back to haunt them both.Hurt and betrayed, Isla has all but given up on love when she runs into a man she thought she’d never see again.Will true love prevail or will his own past put an end to their happiness?___________Why readers love Katie Flynn . . .'Takes you on a journey of heartbreak and joy''Hard to put down''Her characters are like old friends''Heartwarming romance' Read more

Escape with this feel-good and big-hearted debut novel from broadcaster Lorraine Kelly. If you love Maeve Binchy, you'll love The Island Swimmer.Once the tide turns, you can't hold it back...When Evie's father falls desperately ill, she finally returns to the family home on Orkney and the wild landscape she left as a teenager, swearing never to return. Not everyone is happy at her arrival, particularly her estranged sister Liv, their relationship broken after a childhood trauma. As Evie clears out her father's neglected house to prepare it for sale, lonely Evie finds herself drawn to a group of cold-water swimmers led by her old friend Freya, who find calmness beneath the waves. Together they help Evie face up to the mistakes in her past, unlocking a treasure of truths that will reverberate through the community, and shake her family to its core.'Gorgeous debut novel' Marian Keyes'Warm and wise...a Scottish Maeve Binchy' Veronica Henry'Like getting a warm hug on a freezing cold day' Jane Fallon'So warm and engaging. A total treat' Beth O'Leary'A compelling and complex story written with wit, compassion and warmth. An exciting debut from one of Britain's most beloved personalities. Lorraine Kelly does not disappoint! I devoured it' SANTA MONTEFIORE Read more

The inspiration for season four of BRIDGERTON, a series created by Shondaland for Netflix, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn: the story of Benedict Bridgerton in the third of her beloved Regency-set novels featuring the charming, powerful Bridgerton family.BENEDICT'S STORYSophie Beckett never dreamed she'd be able to sneak into Lady Bridgerton's famed masquerade ball—or that she would be spinning in the arms of her "Prince Charming"—the debonair and devastatingly handsome Benedict Bridgerton. But when the clock strikes midnight, Sophie’s enchanting evening ends. Since that night Benedict has been able to think of nothing but the bewitching young woman, and he’s sworn to find and wed his mystery miss. Yet will another unexpectedly steal his heart—and his chance for a fairy tale love? Read more

Can there be any greater challenge to London's Ambitious Mamas than an unmarried duke?—Lady Whistledown's Society Papers, April 1813By all accounts, Simon Basset is on the verge of proposing to his best friend's sister—the lovely and almost-on-the-shelf—Daphne Bridgerton. But the two of them know the truth—it's all an elaborate ruse to keep Simon free from marriage-minded society mothers. And as for Daphne, surely she will attract some worthy suitors now that it seems a duke has declared her desirable.But as Daphne waltzes across ballroom after ballroom with Simon, it's hard to remember that their courtship is a sham. Maybe it's his devilish smile, certainly it's the way his eyes seem to burn every time he looks at her . . . but somehow Daphne is falling for the dashing duke . . . for real! And now she must do the impossible and convince the handsome rogue that their clever little scheme deserves a slight alteration, and that nothing makes quite as much sense as falling in love. Read more

Over 120,000 copies sold**NATALIE'S BRAND-NEW NOVEL, 25 LIBRARY TERRACE, IS NOW AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER**___A Waterstones Scotland bestsellerTwo families. Three secrets. Millions of stitches. It is 1911, and Jean is about to join the mass strike at the Singer factory. For her, nothing will be the same again. Decades later, in Edinburgh, Connie sews coded moments of her life into a notebook, as her mother did before her.More than 100 years after his grandmother's sewing machine was made, Fred discovers a treasure trove of documents. His family history is laid out before him in a patchwork of unfamiliar handwriting and colourful seams. He'll start unpicking the secrets of four generations, one stitch at a time...Perfect for fans of Evie Woods, Sally Page and Liz Trenow. ---Readers LOVE The Sewing Machine!'Loved loved loved this! Fascinating story and characters and literally couldn't put it down!' Reader review, 5 stars'Charming with tense and touching scenes in equal measure. Read it with the tissues handy!' Reader review, 5 stars'Had me sobbing pretty much all the way though ... As I inched closer and closer to the end, I didn't want it to be over... Everyone stop what you're doing and read The Sewing Machine. Right now' Reader review, 5 stars'Had me shouting at the characters when I was only 12 pages in ... If you love historical fiction or just books full of family secrets... had me on the brink of tears as I read the final words' Reader review, 5 stars'I had a hard time putting the book down until it was done and dusted!' Reader review, 5 stars'Fascinating. Truly Fascinating!!! What a wonderful story to read and connect with so deeply. Loved every single page!!!!' Reader review, 5 stars Read more

Introducing Jonas Flynt. Gambler. Thief. Killer. Man of honour.Longlisted for the McIlvanney Prize 2023'Fast, furious and with a glint of gallows humour, this is high-octane historical fiction' Daily Mail'Swashbuckling action against a vivid historical backdrop. I loved this book' Ian Rankin‘High adventure meets espionage thriller as Jonas Flynt battles the tide of history and the deadly secrets of his own past…’ D. V. Bishop, author of City of Vengeance1715. Jonas Flynt, ex-soldier and reluctant member of the Company of Rogues, a shady intelligence group run by ruthless spymaster Nathaniel Charters, is ordered to recover a missing document. Its contents could prove devastating in the wrong hands.On her deathbed, the late Queen Anne may have promised the nation to her half-brother James, the Old Pretender, rather than the new king, George I. But the will has been lost. It may decide the fate of the nation.The crown must recover it at all costs.The trail takes Jonas from the dark and dangerous streets of London to an Edinburgh in chaos. He soon realises there are others on the hunt, and becomes embroiled in a long overdue family reunion, a jail break and a brutal street riot.When secrets finally come to light, about the crown and about his own past, Jonas will learn that some truths, once discovered, can never be untold…An atmospheric and utterly compelling blend of crime, history and thriller, to delight fans of S. J. Parris, Andrew Taylor and C. J. Sansom.Praise for An Honourable Thief'Reads like a genuine eighteenth century spy novel. I see a long future for Jonas Flynt' Ambrose Parry, author of The Way of All Flesh'Anyone who enjoys a good historical mystery and likes an edgy, charismatic protagonist is going to love the adventures of Douglas Skelton’s new hero, Jonas Flynt’ S.G. MacLean, author of The Seeker'An absolute triumph ... Five stars from me, and I look forward to reading more of Jonas's adventures' James Oswald, Sunday Times bestselling author'Historical crime fiction at its absolute best. I loved it!’ Marion Todd, author of the Detective Clare Mackay series'Pitch-perfect stuff. Like all great historical novels you'll feel you're there! This is a departure for Skelton, who seems born to write high-end historical fiction’ Denzil Meyrick, author of the DCI Daley thrillers'Uniquely combines a page-turning thriller with a perfectly evoked sense of time and place. Powerful stuff from a master of his craft' Craig Russell, author of Hyde'Skelton’s mastery of time and place inhabited with richly drawn characters is a delight. It held me to the last tantalising page’ David Gilman, author of The Englishman‘Jonas Flynt is one of those characters you’ll be rooting for from the very first chapter ... it looks like Skelton has found a new home writing first-class historical fiction’ Alison Belsham, author of The Tattoo Thief'This is a fascinating, totally engrossing historical novel. Flynt is a most attractive, three-dimensional character and the same is true of the world he moves through. A brilliant, most enjoyable read’ Paul Doherty, author of The Nightingale Gallery‘A cracking historical drama with breathless pacing and knuckle-chewing tension, all shot through with Skelton’s deft characterisation and flashes of pitch-black humour. The perfect read to lose yourself in’ Neil Broadfoot, author of Falling Fast Read more

Great value! 22 Book Box Set ONLY 0.99! Read FREE on Kindle Unlimited! 22 Scottish Highland romance stories full of love, mystery, and intrigue. The collection includes:The Highlander’s Dark SecretHighland JewelThe Highlander’s RevengeHighland BetrayalHighland HeartbeatThe Highlander’s Secret LoveHighland PrisonerHighland DeceitHighland HeartbreakHighland YearningHighland TreacheryHighland RichesHighland HonorHighland LadyHighland Christmas LoveHighland BanditsHighland Deadly SecretsHighland Forbidden LoveHighland SecretsHighland HeartacheHighland DesireHighland Abduction Read more

London, 1716. Revenge is a dish best served ice-cold…’An immersive, action-packed thriller with intrigue in the air and threats around every corner’ The Herald’Great fun ... the language is colourful and the action never stops’ Laura Shepherd-RobinsonThe city is caught in the vice-like grip of a savage winter. Even the Thames has frozen over. But for Jonas Flynt – thief, gambler, killer – the chilling elements are the least of his worries…Justice Geoffrey Dumont has been found dead at the base of St Paul’s cathedral, and a young male sex-worker, Sam Yates, has been taken into custody for the murder. Yates denies all charges, claiming he had received a message to meet the judge at the exact time of death.The young man is a friend of courtesan Belle St Clair, and she asks Flynt to investigate. As Sam endures the horrors of Newgate prison, they must do everything in their power to uncover the truth and save an innocent life, before the bodies begin to pile up.But time is running out. And the gallows are beckoning...A totally enrapturing portrayal of eighteenth-century London, and a rapier-like crime thriller, perfect for fans of Laura Shepherd-Robinson, Antonia Hodgson and Ambrose Parry. Read more

WATERSTONES SCOTTISH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024'Engaging and enjoyable' - THE SCOTSMAN'Utterly compelling' - HEAT MAGAZINEBeing a woman was her only crime.Scottish Highlands, 1727. In the aftermath of a tragic fire that kills her father, Aila and her mother, Janet, move to the remote parish of Loth, north-west of Inverness. Blending in does not come easily to the women: Aila was badly burned in the fire and left with visible injuries, while her mother struggles to maintain her grip on reality. When a temporary minister is appointed in the area, rather than welcome the two women, he develops a strange curiosity for them that sets them even further apart from the community.Then arrives a motley troupe of travelling entertainers from Edinburgh, led by the charismatic but mysterious Jack. It is just the distraction Janet, and particularly Aila, needs: for the first time in a long while, their lives are filling with joy and friendship, and a kind of hope Aila hasn't known since her father's death. But in this small community, faith is more powerful than truth, and whispers more dangerous even than fire.Haunting and deeply moving, The Last Witch of Scotland is a story of love, loyalty and sacrifice, inspired by the true story of the last person to be executed for witchcraft in Britain.Perfect for fans of Outlander, The Mercies and The Witches of Vardo, or for anyone with an interest in the history of witchcraft, late renaissance Scotland and Highland history.'Compelling, evocative, heart-wrenching' - FIONA VALPY, author of The Storyteller of Casablanca'Paris's affecting novel imaginatively fills in the gaps with family tragedy, first love, a roving troupe of players, embittered neighbours, sacrifice and loss.' - THE SCOTSMAN Read more

Discover the secrets and surprises that the scenic Scottish town of Briar Glen has to offer…‘A warm beautiful read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐NetGalley Reviewer‘A great story . . . a happy feel good read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐NetGalley ReviewerThe feel-good Scottish romance from the bestselling author of A Secret Scottish EscapeWhen wedding planner Sophie Harkness refuses to move a friend’s wedding to accommodate a spoilt bridezilla, she finds herself out of a job. That is until she discovers her late grandma has purchased a local shop for her in the pretty Scottish town of Briar Glen.Surprised and delighted, Sophie opens her own porcelain shop in honour of her grandmother. But when an unusual tea set is left with Sophie, along with a mysterious letter, she can’t help but be intrigued by the story behind the antique.And when the handsome but aloof art critic Xander North comes knocking on her door, Sophie is about to find out the true colourful past of her latest treasure.The perfect feel-good romance for fans of Jo Thomas, Katie Fforde and Trisha Ashley.NetGalley readers are falling for A Scottish Highland Surprise‘[I] adored this feel good, fun, emotional and life affirming book’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A great read… highly recommend’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A great holiday read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Charming characters, mystery and romance’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘An easy and lovely read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Uplifting’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Well written with a cute and funny storyline and well developed characters’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Uplifting and enjoyable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This author is amazing, she knows how to get you hooked straight away’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A great story and a perfect ending’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

Her world will be turned upside down…It’s 1935 and beautiful Lindy Gillan dreams of getting away from her boring life in Edinburgh’s impoverished Old Town. Her one consolation is her dear friend Neil, a young writer from the same tenement block, whom she has known for years. But then handsome Rod Connor walks into the shop where Lindy works one day and her life no longer seems quite so boring.Rod’s arrival brings with it new, unexpected opportunities, but with war looming on the horizon, things are about to change. She must make a choice about the man she wants to be with – steady, reliable Neil or dashing and exciting Rod. Lindy’s decision will have unforeseen repercussions, but will she find the lasting happiness she so desperately desires?A moving Scottish saga perfect for fans of Maggie Mason and Maisie Thomas. Read more

'Gorgeously written, with twists and turns worthy of a circus trapeze' JENNIE GODFREYTHE SHOW MUST GO ON ...1910. With the disappearance of her mother and the sudden death of her father, Lena instantly loses any security she has within the circus she has known all her life. She is advised to sell the carousel her father cared for like a child and look for a husband, or a job in a factory. Until flame-haired Violet, known to all in the fairgrounds as 'the greatest trapeze artist that ever lived', suggests they go it alone with their own, all-female act. With her outspoken ways and her refusal to marry, Violet is as much an outcast as Lena. What do they have to lose? Recruiting new performers including bareback horse-rider Rosie, on the run from her abusive father, and Carmen whose rainbow ribbons hide the darkness in her past, the four women form an unbreakable bond.Thrust into a harsh and dangerous world that treats them with suspicion, disdain and even violence, they must forge their own path in search of freedom, security, and love.Deeply rooted in the Edwardian era, THE SHOW WOMAN is brilliantly realised and expertly interlaces strong female characters, deeply-woven family secrets and heartfelt love stories. 'I wanted to run away with this all-woman circus!' C.J. COOKE'Beautifully written, engaging plot and thoroughly researched'STYLIST'A very special debut' JENNY COLGAN'Beautifully crafted, fast-paced and compelling ... easily the debut of the year so far!' MIKE GAYLE'Suspenseful, authentic, sexy and uplifting. Beautiful writing plunges the reader into the showgrounds of Edwardian Scotland, sights, sounds, smells and all' ERIN KELLY'A joy to read, so beautifully written, evoking the rich and often overlooked story of the travelling fairs of Edwardian-era Scotland' SEAN LUSK'Absolutely loved soaking up the atmosphere of the circus and fairground in The Show Woman. There's hardship and excitement and mystery and joy in this novel, and I couldn't stop turning the pages' SARAH L. BROOKS, author of The Cautious Traveller's Guide to the Wastelands Read more

**Winner of the RNA Saga Award 2023**Are these newly trained Wrens ready to protect Britain’s coastline?Following a humiliating experience involving the man she thought she’d marry, Iris Tredwick signs up to the Wrens in order to escape and find ‘the right sort’ of man to please her mother. After a bumpy start, Iris manages to befriend outspoken Mary and dreamer Sally as they are sent to their first posting – in Orkney. There she meets mechanic Rob, whose flirtatious nature both charms and confounds straight-laced Iris. Much more appropriate for her is local doctor Stewart, if only she felt the same spark for him as she does for Rob…As Iris, Mary and Sally work to interpret signals from incoming ships, they realise the enemy is somehow one step ahead of their manoeuvres, dropping sea mines under the cover of darkness. Could there be a spy on the island? And can the Wrens prevent disaster striking before it’s too late?A thrilling and lively Second World War saga for fans of Kate Thompson and Daisy Styles.Praise for A New Start for the Wrens'This book is absolutely brilliant. I felt like I was one of the girls and was joining them in their adventure. I really cant wait to read more in this series' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'This book entertained and warmed the cockles of your heart. Being on duty with the Wrens and contributing to the war effort was a great way to spend the afternoon reading and I seriously loved it!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'Loved this book! I binge read it as I wanted to know what would happen. The three main female characters Iris, Mary and Sally are all so easy to relate to and care about. Love the glimpses of Orkney and the poignant history.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A really thoughtful look at the work of the wrens in WWII and a brilliant new trio of girls to get to know. I cannot wait for the next one.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review 'Another number one for Vicki Beeby. Loved this WWII story, highly recommended read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review Read more

THE SECOND NOVEL IN THE BESTSELLING OUTLANDER SERIES - now a major TV series!'Outlander is epic, magical, and deeply romantic. A true gift to all readers.’ Ali Hazelwood‘A stone-cold classic' Katherine Arden'Scotland's answer to Game of Thrones' Herald'So intricately plotted and peopled that one is amazed she could conceive and write it in only seven years' Independent'Gabaldon is a gifted world-builder' Daily Telegraph___________For twenty years Claire Randall has kept her secrets. But now she is returning with her grown daughter to the majesty of Scotland's mist-shrouded hills. Here Claire plans to reveal a truth as stunning as the events that gave it birth: about the mystery of an ancient circle of standing stones, about a love that transcends the boundaries of time, and about James Fraser, a warrior whose gallantry once drew the young Claire from the security of her century to the dangers of his.Now a legacy of blood and desire will test her beautiful daughter as Claire's spellbinding journey continues in the intrigue-ridden court of Charles Edward Stuart, in a race to thwart a doomed uprising, and in a desperate fight to save both the child and the man she loves.___________Readers love Dragonfly in Amber . . .***** 'I AM DONE! WOW. Just wow. That ending. Woah. Within 40 pages I ugly cried, my heart exploded in feels, confusion happened, hope, and now I'm mind blown by the ending. '***** 'Thank GOD for sequels!!!! Such a clever story too. I just LOVE THIS SERIES!!!!!!!'***** 'This book completely blew my mind. I am in awe by Diana Gabaldon's ability to write something so beautiful and descriptive, so exciting and so heartbreaking.'***** 'This book stole my heart, I want to establish once more that Diana Gabaldon is an amazing writer. She gets me so invested and she plays with my emotions. Her plottwists are amazing and they keep surprising me.'***** 'Kudos, Madam Gabaldon for another wonderful novel, rich with detail and filled with character development.' Read more

STARCROSSEDIt was indisputably love at first sight. But Victoria Lyndon was merely the teenaged daughter of a vicar. . .while Robert Kemble was the dashing young earl of Macclesfield. Surely what their meddlesome fathers insisted must have been true-that he was a reckless seducer determined to destroy her innocence. . . and she was a shameless fortune hunter. So it most certainly was for the best when their plans to elope went hopelessly awry.MOONSTRUCKEven after a seven-year separation, Victoria-now a governess-still leaves Robert breathless. But how could he ever again trust the raven-haired deceiver who had shattered his soul? And Victoria could never give her heart a second time to the cad who so callously trampled on it the first. But a passion fated will not be denied, and vows of love yearn to be kept. . . even when one promises the moon. Read more

When Caroline Trent is kidnapped by Blake Ravenscroft, she doesn′t even try to elude this dangerously handsome agent of the crown. After all, she′s been running from unwanted marriage proposals. Yes, Blake believes she′s a notorious spy named Carlotta De Leon, but for six weeks until her twenty-first birthday, when she′ll gain control of her fortune, hiding out in the titillating company of a mysterious captor is awfully convenient -- and maybe just a little romantic, too. Blake Ravenscroft′s mission is to bring "Carlotta" to justice, not to fall in love. His heart has been hardened by years of intrigue, but this little temptress proves oddly disarming and thoroughly kissable. And suddenly the unthinkable becomes possible -- that this mismatched Couple might be destined for love. Read more

'Although I believe I will die here in this castle, my spirit will never be silent’Ravenscraig Castle, Scotland. 1307When the castle she works in is sacked by the army of Prince Edward of England, kitchen maid Agnes Fitzgerald manages to escape north of Inverness to throw herself at the mercy of the Lord and Lady at Ravenscraig Castle. Although safe for now, the people of Scotland are fighting hard for their independence, and the threat of the English hangs heavy over the land.  But when Agnes spies Cam Buchanan swimming in the loch, her mind turns away from war and towards love.  Agnes even dares to dream of a happy future, until she learns that Cam must go and fight alongside Robert de Brus.Present dayTwins Leah and Zoe need a change, so caretaking at Ravenscraig Castle is the perfect opportunity to get away from it all. Surrounded by rugged Highland countryside, and bordered by a loch, the picturesque setting is everything they dreamed of. But the locals are reluctant to visit Ravenscraig, and there are whispers of ghosts and lost souls. The sisters quickly dismiss such superstition, but soon the overwhelming sadness they feel coming from the tower grows too hard to ignore.Can the sisters finally right the wrongs of seven hundred years of heartbreak, seven hundred years of betrayal…USA Today bestselling author Judy Leigh writing as Elena Collins, brings you this heart-breaking and unforgettable timeslip novel,perfect for fans of Barbara Erskine, Diana Gabaldon and Louise DouglasPraise for Elena Collins:'Very highly recommended' Louise Douglas'The Lady of The Loch held me spellbound from the first page to the last. With two storylines beautifully woven together to create a seamless tale of love, loss, betrayal and, above all, hope, it’s a must-read. Collins’s detailed knowledge of the period trickles through the tale wrapping the reader in a vivid shifting world as it moves between the 14th century and present day. Cleverly researched and exquisitely written, The Lady of The Loch is a timeless story of hope, family and love. I loved it' Alexandra Walsh‘I couldn't put it down and I cried at the end. A terrific read’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘A rollercoaster of emotions reading this book...from the life of a young woman let down in her relationship (we've all been there!) running parallel to the complete un-justified vitriol against a young woman in the late 1600's. It was amazing, a very powerful novel. Brilliant’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘A book that that left me tearful at the end, but a very good story that had me hooked from the first page. Well thought out and the characters very believable’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘Absolutely delightful read! One found oneself utterly captivated by the characters - of flesh and spirit alike - the Author has the ability to conjure a physical reaction in the reader - of a scent or a chill - a rare gift’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘Stunning. Loved this book. Interesting, really fabulous read that bought lots of emotion, gladness, spookiness, history and sadness with lovely clever story-telling. I loved it’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review  Read more

Scotland. 1857. Can young Jenny Corvill realise her ambitions to build a successful family business ... and find personal happiness too? "One of Britain's most popular romance writers." Booklist Jenny's determination to get the royal seal of approval from Queen Victoria for her family's weaving business leads her to Balmoral Castle. An audience with royalty, and a meeting with dashing Captain Bobby Prentiss will change her life in ways she cannot yet imagine. Jenny experiences both happiness and heartache as she strives to make a name for herself in a man's world. Facing challenges both at work and home, she must also learn the hard way just whom she can really trust. A captivating story of family secrets, passion and friendship during the boom years of the weaving industry in Victorian Scotland. Read more

Confessing to a murder and a high risk invitation. It has been an interesting day. When a member of a notorious smuggling gang attempts to blackmail him, Alex MacGregor has no option but to kill the man in cold blood. Being the person he is he feels honour-bound to explain the reason for his deadly action to the gang’s leader, unsure of the reaction his confession will provoke.The last thing he expects is to be invited to take part in an illegal, dangerous but highly lucrative venture. Bored and restless in his current lifestyle, Alex agrees, but has no idea of the dramatic consequences his impulsive decision will have, both for him and his clan. Read more

“Ye will either marry her or die!”When Leona’s father finds a love letter presumably from their greatest enemy, he issues a challenge: they would either attend a duel, or a wedding. Only the other man doesn’t seem to know anything…Cruel Laird Caelan doesn’t like being threatened, and he certainly won’t be forced to marry an alluring hellion he’s never met. But when he sees his lust mirrored in Leona’s eyes, he makes her an offer she can’t say no to…Because even if the lives of her family weren’t at stake, the beastly Laird’s eyes could convince her of anything. Including a marriage of convenience.*A Hellion for the Wicked Highlander is a steamy Scottish historical romance novel of 60,000 words (around 300 pages) written by Lydia Kendall and published by Cobalt Fairy.No cheating, no cliffhangers, lots of steam and a happy ending.Get this book for free with Kindle Unlimited! Read more