More treacherous than war... are the battles within a heart.Perched between branches and shadows,We watch, we scheme,Fighting for a kingdom forgotten and forlorn.Until we rip her away with our claws,Our prisoner, our pawn, our plaything.She’s innocent and pure,Fragile and helpless……but oh so guilty by blood.She calls us beasts,Wicked and evil,Vicious and cruel.We are all that and worse.One of us offers her shelter beneath his wings,Whispering promises of pleasure,Seeking redemption.The other longs to shatter her into a million pieces,Whispering promises of pain,Seeking revenge.Caught between our feathers,She endures our deranged desires,Our secrets, our lies,Our twisted plans.Will she surrender to our darkness,or fight for a destiny growing ever elusive?Welcome to the Court of Ravens, little white dove.Feathers so Vicious is a full-length dark fantasy romance novel, and book one in the Court of Ravens duet. The two-part story features two morally gray raven shifters, a young woman at the mercy of their shadows, and a HEA. This world contains dark elements, violence, and themes some may find disturbing. Readers can find more detailed information on www.livzander.com. What this book doesn't contain is a hero - because villains do it better. And two do it better than one… Read more

From the bestselling author of Jewel of the Nile comes the thrilling tale of a woman who feels she has no future but soon discovers the fate of nations may rest in her hands.The beloved daughter of Jewish captives in Babylon, Keren is sold into Daniel’s household to help her family survive. She becomes Daniel’s most trusted scribe, while taking lessons and swordsmanship training alongside Daniel’s sons and their best friend, Jared.But after a tragic accident changes the course of her life, Keren finds herself in a foreign country, charged with a mysterious task: teaching a shepherd boy how to become a lord. When she overhears whispers that hint at his true identity, she realizes she must protect him from the schemes of a bloodthirsty king.Jared cannot forgive Keren. Still, he finds himself traveling over mountains to fetch her back to the safety of home. When he discovers the secret identity of Keren’s pupil, Jared knows he must help protect him. Love battles bitterness as they flee from the king’s agents, trying to save the boy who could one day deliver their people from captivity.Biblical historical fiction that’s perfect for fans of Francine RiversFeatures a clean, friends-to-lovers romanceIncludes discussion questions for book clubs Read more

A love so forbidden, it would shake the heavens ...My father called them messengers.He once told me they walked among us, and that somewhere in this dark and godless city, there shined a faint sliver of hope. I had only to look for the signs.Well, I’ve spent my whole life investigating the inexplicable, and all I've found are the unsettling vestiges of iniquity - the evidence of another world shrouded by the obscure. Purgatory to some, where depravity hides in shadows, and girls like me are little more than delicious bites of temptation.Others call it Nightshade.This peculiar place is where I first met the cold and callous recluse living in a decaying cliffside cathedral. Jericho Van Croix is the epitome of everything I’ve been told to fear. A raven-winged harbinger who wears intrigue like a warm black cloak. An enigma that I’m determined to unravel – even if it means getting closer than I should.One touch is forbidden. Even so much as a kiss would be my demise. But the sin on his lips burns me up like a wild flame, and his growing infatuation weakens my resolve.Giving him what he wants, though, will mean no chance for redemption, or escape. What's worse is, the signs I’ve followed yet failed to see all these years begin to unmask a terrifying reality:That falling may be my only saving grace. Read more

You haven’t seen an enemies to lovers story until you’ve read THE TEMPEST!Medieval mayhem and rollicking adventure has arrived for the Blackchurch Guild knights as a legendary pirate tries to storm their fortress… only to discover the legendary pirate is the most legendary buccaneer of all.And no one knows the buccaneer better than Payne Matheson!Payne is the Highlander of Blackchurch. Big, tough, and with a mouth he can’t control, he’s an excellent warrior with a supernatural gift for fighting. There is no better combatant at the Blackchurch Guild, but there’s a reason for that. Both of his parents were warriors.But he’s about to step onto the fighting platform of a much-larger world stage.Astria Julia is the daughter of Sancho I of Portugal, a royal princess by blood. She also happens to be a rebel, a lass with a mysterious past, and when she ends up at Blackchurch as a spoil of war, it’s Payne who is assigned to guard her.But he gets much more than he bargains for with the fiery Portuguese princess.When an immovable force meets with a permanent object, it’s a battle of wills to see which one breaks first. Head to head combat between Payne and Astria soon turns to something else, something soft and warm that neither one of them recognize. When Astria finally reveals the truth behind her mysterious persona, Payne is in too deep to do anything about it.He is now part of her, she of him.And the results could be deadly.Join Payne and Astria on a truly epic adventure of pirates, legends, Scotsmen, and the curse of royal blood. At the Blackchurch Guild, the premier training ground of the best warriors in the world, anything can happen… and usually does!Read in KINDLE UNLIMITED! Read more

Francine Rivers is winner of the ECPA Gold Medallion and many other awards. Her inspirational novels move the hearts and souls of millions of listeners. Following A Voice in the Wind, An Echo in the Darkness is the second book in her remarkable saga set in ancient Rome. As a Roman trader grieves over a lost slave woman, he begins to learn about the faith that gave her enough strength to face death. Read more

When the ancient scriptures are uttered.....you never know what might happen under the blinding light of a full moon.She was born in darkness, under the shadow of a full moon during a solar eclipse, with a mysterious black dagger at her side. As a child, Olivia James witnessed her mother’s gruesome murder. As an adult, her godfather has trained her to be a skilled fighter. But when Olivia’s boyfriend betrays her and threatens her life, setting off a string of events that catapults her back in time from 21st century Seattle into 3rd century Rome, the secrets of her past begin to unravel. The discovery that she is a Timeborne, one with the ability to travel across time, is just the beginning.Soon Olivia finds herself under the protection of—and owned by—Roman Alexander, a former gladiator and bodyguard to the emperor. Torn between his duty to his emperor, a desire for vengeance, and a longing to search for his lost twin brother, Roman now has the added complication of protecting this strange woman from the depravity of ancient Rome. Worse, he finds himself falling for her, despite accusations that she is an enemy spy.But even Roman is no match for the dark shadow that has pursued Olivia into the past. A fighter in her own right, she’s forced to work with Roman to find a way back to her own time. Do the ancient scriptures on her dagger hold the key? Can she trust Roman with her secrets? And can she fight her enemies and protect her heart at the same time?Timeborneis the first book in the Blade of Shadows series. Begin your adventure now! Read more

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She fell through time; he stole her heart.Charlotte ‘Charlie’ Douglas likes her world ordered and predictable. So when she steps into a bookshop on a rainy Edinburgh afternoon, the last thing she expects is a cryptic warning from a strange old woman or to be swept from the bustling streets of the modern world into the wild and untamed 17th-century Scottish Highlands.Niall Campbell is a man of two worlds. A Highland laird and a government agent, he will do whatever it takes to protect his people. So when a mysterious woman suddenly bursts into his life, he’s immediately suspicious. Her strange speech and otherworldly ways make her a puzzle he’s determined to unravel. But as their fates inextricably entwine, Niall begins to realize that she may hold not only the key to his clan’s survival—but to his heart as well.As they navigate perilous clan rivalries and their growing attraction, Charlie faces the haunting question of why she’s here at all. With her heart torn between the life she left behind and the passion she’s found in the past, she must uncover the answer before time itself forces her hand.For fans of Diana Gabaldon and Paula Quinn, Memory of a Highlander is a breathtaking journey of love, courage, and the timeless power of fate. Read more

Another Guard of Six adventure as a powerful knight, with a sword known as Insurrection, faces his own demons.But will his friends be so forgiving?Epic Medieval Romance on a grand scale as sworn enemies live and love… with explosive secrets to be revealed!Kent de Poyer is part of the powerful Norman de Poyer family from Netherworld Castle. He was raised on the Welsh marches, a knight who has been at the forefront of Welsh rebellion against the English. Therefore, it’s little wonder when Henry sends Kent to the Welsh marches because of some trouble between an English family and a local Welsh warlord that threatens to ignite the entire border into a blaze of battle. Kent and the Guard of Six head to Wales.Madelaina ferch Bryn is the daughter of the apothecary from the village of Penderyn. The mighty castle known as The Narth anchors her peaceful valley and when the English sack the castle, it’s a valley of apprehension. The Welsh warlord has fled, helped by the villagers, and Kent poses as a Welsh traveler to discover the whereabouts of the warlord, he finds himself in the dark world of a spy game.One that involved the sweet Madelaina.He’s intent to use her for his own purposes, but never planned on falling in love with her.The Welsh marches are building up to an explosive battle between the Welsh and the English, but not for land or money. This one is about revenge and threatens to disrupt everything Kent’s career has stood for. Will his Guard of Six brethren support his stance? Or will Kent be on his own as he battles for Madelaina’s love?Insurrection means rebellion… but does it represent Kent’s personal rebellion against everything he’s ever known? Or Madelaina’s?Read in KINDLE UNLIMITED! Read more

“When ye fight me, all I crave is the fury on yer lips.”When Eamon Hay, the ruthless Highlander and bastard son of Laird McCowen, spares a lass who tried to kill his father, he never expects her to set his world ablaze.Innes, a survivor from the village he helped destroy, hides a secret that could cost her life—and his claim to power.Torn between an arranged marriage, forbidden love, and a clan betrayal, Eamon must choose between duty and the only woman who ever made him feel whole.Ava McArthur’s “Claiming her Highland Outcast” will take you on an exciting journey in the magical Scottish Highlands. Feel the surprise, agony, joy, and enthusiasm along with the heroes! Get your copy TODAY for FREE With Kindle Unlimited! Enjoy! Read more

Will the truth of the past destroy the hope of their future?How far will he go for vengeance?Brus Stone remembers nothing of his life before he was rescued at the age of five summers and brought to live as part of the Northern Watch. Having been told his mother abandoned him, he’s about as willing to give his trust to a woman as he is to hand his sword to his enemy during battle. So when he’s tasked with accompanying a group of highlanders through the treacherous lands he helps patrol and he encounters a bonny lass who proves to be as brave as any warrior he’s ever met, he’s surprised by his pull to the lass and more than wary because of it. He steels himself against lowering his guard, but her open nature bemuses him, and her caring heart entices him. Each time he touches her he finds himself further drawn to the warmth she exudes and the possibility that believing in her will not result in betrayal. But a shocking revelation about his past obliterates everything he holds true and leaves him with a choice—give unwavering faith to the daughter of the enemy he didn’t know he had or raise his guard once more and secure the ultimate revenge.How much will she lose for love?Grace MacDonald is starting to wonder whether she’ll ever meet a man who sees her as an equal and not simply a potential wife to do as he bids. To complicate matters, her father wishes her to wed her childhood friend and fortify an important alliance between their clans. Though she wants to please her beloved father, her friend does not stir her heart or her desire, so she’s reluctant to accept his offer of marriage. When the party she’s travelling with is attacked and a Scottish warrior rescues her, she’s immediately drawn to the powerfully compelling man. Not only does he display a gentle caring side, but he also listens to what she says and seems to value her opinions. His every look, touch, and kiss ignite her in the way she’s been waiting for all her life. But Brus will not completely let her in. He has erected a barrier between them, and the harder she tries to breach it, the more withdrawn he becomes. She’s determined to prove to him that he can count on her, so they can grasp the glorious love she’s sure awaits them. Yet when a devastating secret comes to light, she must decide whether her loyalty remains with the father she’s always trusted or whether it belongs with the man she’s certain is her destiny. Read more

“You will be mine in every other way—except love.”Shona Carmichael escapes her abusive father only to fall into the hands of his greatest enemy, Laird Keir Dougall. To exact his revenge, Keir forces Shona into a marriage of convenience, vowing never to let his heart soften.But Shona is no pawn. Her fiery spirit clashes with Keir’s cold resolve, and the simmering tension between them ignites into something neither expected. Bound by betrayal and drawn by passion, their fragile truce is tested as vengeance and love collide.Can they overcome their pasts, or will their hearts shatter under the weight of hatred and pride?“The Highlander’s Bound Bride” is an enemies-to-lovers story by Olivia Kerr, packed with passion, romance, and redemption, set on the beautiful backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. Get your copy for FREE With Kindle Unlimited! Enjoy! Read more

◆A midwife on the run finds safety in the arms of a handsome knight.◆The Midwife:For four years Maggie Whitlock has been on the run with her brother and young daughter, moving from town to town and never staying in one place long. After her midwife mother was blamed for the death of a noblewoman and her baby, she was executed. Now those same nobles are coming for Maggie!Maggie acts as mother, provider and protector to her brother and daughter, but beneath her tough exterior she is laden with guilt. She can't help but think she is to blame for the loss of her mother, since she birthed her own baby that night and took her mother's attention away from the noble. When she and her family wander into Saltwood Castle during a knighting, they are broke, hungry and tired. In a weak moment she accepts help from a knight, and even though she despises nobles she finds herself oddly attracted to Sir Evan Blackmore.The Knight:Sir Evan Blackmore has been newly knighted and couldn't be happier. During the celebration, the castle courtyard is crowded and he accidentally knocks a little girl to the ground. He meets Maggie, the girl's mother, and finds out Maggie is a widow and also a midwife. He's taken vows as a knight to help orphans and widows and decides this is the first step to prove he is an honorable knight and has truly earned the title of Sir.He hires Maggie to tend to his pregnant cousin, offering to give Maggie not only a job but also food and a home for her family. So why doesn't she seem eager to accept his offer? As Evan watches this strong, brave girl live through her struggles, he loses his heart to her. But Maggie is keeping secrets which he soon discovers when her past comes back to haunt her and he is dragged into a whirlwind situation that threatens more lives than just one.Can a woman on the run stop longing enough to face her true feelings for a knight although she despises nobles and swore she would never trust them again?Love has no bounds but marriage has rules. A noble must never wed anyone from below the salt.(This series features the next generation from Elizabeth Rose's Legacy of the Blade Series.) Read more

This is the moment lovers of the de Lohr Dynasty series have been waiting for.Christopher de Lohr’s (Rise of the Defender) youngest son takes front and center in this epic Medieval Romance. Sins, sacrifice, and secrets are the order of the day in LION OF THUNDER!Strong women, enemies to lovers, and a little grumpy sunshine prevail!Westley de Lohr has a secret – he’s been betrothed to the young girl who was his ‘best friend’ when he was about five years of age. Her father was a powerful neighbor and Westley’s father, seeing an opportunity, brokered a betrothal for his youngest son. As her father’s only child, she would inherit a strong fiefdom and Christopher wanted that for his son.But things have changed.Elysande du Nor used to pull Westley’s hair and make his life miserable, but somehow in that childhood fighting, two fathers saw the opportunity for a betrothal. The truth was that Elysande grew up, fostered as a proper young woman, but never lost that tomboyish nature. When Westley finally shows up at her family home to claim his betrothed, Elysande realizes the boy she used to taunt has, indeed, become a man.And a very handsome one.Now, a betrothal doesn’t seem so bad, but as Westley and Elysande come to know one another as adults, trouble is brewing. In a border skirmish that Westley participates in, Elysande receives word that Westley has been taken prisoner. While Christopher and the rest of the de Lohr war machine try to figure out how to reclaim their son, Elysande goes straight to Westley’s captor with a proposal.And it’s not what anyone expected.Join Westley and Elysande as two childhood friends grow to love one another as adults, where passion and loyalty grows into something stronger than life itself. Courage is something that stirs the soul, and Westley and Elysande must show their mettle in a situation that becomes more dire than either could imagine, but when death comes for a loved one, it threatens to destroy all they’ve built.Bring the tissues for this impactful, poignant romance.Read in KINDLE UNLIMITED! Read more

“You have ruined me, Lachlan, and I love every second of it.”Catriona Fraser is a target, and the deadly “Ghost” is after her. Lachlan, the hardened warrior sworn to protect her, can shield her body—but can he guard his heart?On a journey marked by betrayal and buried secrets, their bond deepens. When Catriona is forced to marry Laird Douglas, she must choose between duty and desire—because her heart already belongs to another.With the “Ghost” closing in and time running out, Lachlan and Catriona must outwit a deadly enemy. Will they uncover the truth, or will their love become the next casualty?“Highlander’s Bonded Bride” by Alisa Adams is a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance filled with secrets, longing, and redemption—set against the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Get your copy for FREE with Kindle Unlimited! Read more

“Ye’ve always been forbidden, and yet I yearned for ye.”Ceana Darrow is done letting others decide her future. Marrying her greatest enemy will bring peace, but what if her heart already beats for another?Drew Finlay must protect his cousin’s bride. But in the shadows of duty and forced proximity, forbidden desire grows stronger with every stolen glance.Will Drew stand by as Ceana marries another, or risk war and betrayal for the woman he was never meant to love?Innis Anderson's “The Laird’s Forbidden Bride” is sure to leave you breathless! With no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after, you can get your copy today and immerse yourself in the timeless Scottish Highlands. And for Kindle Unlimited subscribers, it's completely FREE! Happy reading! Read more

From New York Times bestselling author Kathleen E. Woodiwiss comes one of her most beloved romances...The WolfNoble Aislinn grieves as the Iron Wolf and his minions storm through her beloved Darkenwald. And she burns with malice for the handsome Norman savage who would enslave her. . .even as she aches to know the rapture of the conqueror's kiss.The DoveFor the first time ever, mighty Wulfgar has been vanquished - and by a bold and beautiful princess of Saxon blood. He must have the chaste, sensuous enchantress who is sworn to his destruction. And he will risk life itself to nurture with tender passion a glorious union born in the blistering heat of hatred and war. Read more

“Ye took a lost prince, and ye made him a king.”The lost Prince Cailean McNair has returned to reclaim his birthright and free Scotland from the False King. But in the heart of the war, it is not just his kingdom he fights for—it is her.Maeve O’Sullivan is Cailean’s fiercest ally and the keeper of his heart. Yet loving a man destined for the throne is a dangerous game, where every step is laced with blood and betrayal.War demands sacrifice. Will their love endure, or will they become legends lost to time?"The Rise of the Highland King" is a story by Alisa Adams, packed with mystery, plot twists, and romance, set on the beautiful backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. Get your copy for FREE with Kindle Unlimited! Read more

When Annabelle Fox takes an extraordinary deal to escape her old life, she doesn’t expect to wake up in 17th-century Scotland—or find herself investigating a murder that could spark a deadly clan war…As a young police detective, Annabelle thought she’d seen it all, but when a mysterious Fae transports her to Clan Donald’s rugged Fort on Islay, she’s plunged into a world of feuding clans and magical intrigue. Grappling with her new reality, Annabelle finds an unexpected ally in Jamie MacDonald, the Laird’s bright and earnest younger brother. His humor and warmth begin to thaw her guarded heart, but their growing connection is threatened when tragedy strikes.The murder of a Campbell envoy on Donald lands sparks accusations that threaten to destroy the Sept. Determined to prove the clan’s innocence, Jamie and Annabelle team up to track the real culprits. Their investigation leads them to a dangerous outlaw faction—and forces Annabelle to confront her fears of betrayal as her love for Jamie deepens.With time running out and the Campbells poised for retaliation, Annabelle and Jamie must uncover the truth to save the clan. But when the culprit turns out to be closer than anyone imagined, Annabelle faces her toughest challenge yet: protecting the people she’s come to love and trusting her heart to the one man who’s shown her what true courage looks like.Annabelle Meets The Highlander Jamie is the fourth book in the Highlander I Never Knew series, perfect for fans of brooding heroes, intrepid heroines, and page-turning time-travel romance, this story is a journey through time and the deepest bonds of love. Grab your copy today, and enter the exciting world of Highlander I Never Knew! Read more

Enemies thought him dead, but the lost prince still lives… the last ember of hope for freedom.Cailean lost everything the night the English raided, leaving behind nothing but smoke and ashes. Hidden among rebels, he fights as a shadow, a warrior driven by vengeance and a longing to see his people freed from the grip of the false king. But Cailean carries a secret even his comrades don’t know: he is the rightful heir, the lost prince whose return could change everything.Maeve's life has been nothing but misery since her marriage to a wicked traitor. When her husband is found dead in their chambers, suspicion quickly falls on her. With nowhere to run and her sister’s safety at stake, she escapes the castle and finds refuge among the rebels. She never expected to train alongside them or to find a fierce ally in the rugged, mysterious Cailean, a man whose fire lights a yearning in her heart she never thought possible.In the heat of battle, Cailean and Maeve find themselves drawn together by more than just a shared fight for freedom. But when their hidden identities come to light, will their love survive the revelation and the destiny that awaits them?"The Lost Highland Prince" is a story by Alisa Adams, packed with mystery, plot twists, and romance, set on the beautiful backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. Get your copy for FREE today with Kindle Unlimited! Read more