The Highlander's Bride series has new covers! *
You've seen the heroines on the covers, now meet the heroes of these Highlander romance stories!
*Book 2, The Highlander's Reluctant Bride, is still under contract with Soul Mate Publishing. When it joins the rest of the series at Short Dog Press, it will have a new cover, too!
You've seen the heroines on the covers, now meet the heroes of these Highlander romance stories!
*Book 2, The Highlander's Reluctant Bride, is still under contract with Soul Mate Publishing. When it joins the rest of the series at Short Dog Press, it will have a new cover, too!
The Highlander's Crusader Bride - book 3 in the Hardy Heroines series
Arbela MacLean, half-Armenian, half-Scot, was born in the Holy Lands a decade after the 3rd Crusade.. Bred to a life of daring and adventure, her new life in Scotland nearly 20 years later will lead her into intrigue and love she never expected.
Caelen MacKern, burned once at the alter, swore he'd never remarry. But with his young son's life at stake and his clan all but wiped out by a plague, temptation in the form of a hefty dowry of gold, soldiers and foodstuffs may change his mind. Will he conform to the marriage of convenience Arbela offers?
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Reviews:
"...THE HIGHLANDER'S CRUSADER BRIDE mixes historical facts with fiction creating a wonderful story line about two people pulled togehter by circumstance and love...The premise is entertaining, revealing and engaging; the characters are real, colourful ad charismatic; the romance is passionate and slow to build. Cathy MacRae adds another dimension to her Hardy Heroines- a series of strong, independent and beautiful women who find the courage to live and love." - Sandy S., The Reading Cafe
"THE HIGHLANDER'S CRUSADER BRIDE ... a wonderful mix of history, culture and slow burn romance. Definitely a page-turner!" - Celtic Dragon Book Reviews
"I adore historical romances, and this one hit the nail on the head..." Helois, Stainonthepage.com
Arbela MacLean, half-Armenian, half-Scot, was born in the Holy Lands a decade after the 3rd Crusade.. Bred to a life of daring and adventure, her new life in Scotland nearly 20 years later will lead her into intrigue and love she never expected.
Caelen MacKern, burned once at the alter, swore he'd never remarry. But with his young son's life at stake and his clan all but wiped out by a plague, temptation in the form of a hefty dowry of gold, soldiers and foodstuffs may change his mind. Will he conform to the marriage of convenience Arbela offers?
Available from Amazon.
Reviews:
"...THE HIGHLANDER'S CRUSADER BRIDE mixes historical facts with fiction creating a wonderful story line about two people pulled togehter by circumstance and love...The premise is entertaining, revealing and engaging; the characters are real, colourful ad charismatic; the romance is passionate and slow to build. Cathy MacRae adds another dimension to her Hardy Heroines- a series of strong, independent and beautiful women who find the courage to live and love." - Sandy S., The Reading Cafe
"THE HIGHLANDER'S CRUSADER BRIDE ... a wonderful mix of history, culture and slow burn romance. Definitely a page-turner!" - Celtic Dragon Book Reviews
"I adore historical romances, and this one hit the nail on the head..." Helois, Stainonthepage.com
The Highlander's Viking Bride - book 2 in the Hardy Heroines series
Calder MacGerry, laird of an impoverished clan, has resolved to end the bitter feud between the MacGerry and Sinclairs. He jumps at Laird Sinclair’s offer of marriage to his only daughter, Katja, to seal the agreement between their clans—only to get more than he bargained for.
Katja’s chance to escape her father’s harsh treatment appears to be too good to be true. But becoming Lady of a clan that despises her because she’s a Sinclair, doesn’t make life any easier. When the attacks turn deadly, she fights her way out, making a dangerous passage to the Shetland Isles for refuge with her Viking family.
Calder and Katja’s marriage, built on mistrust, rushes quickly into disaster. As Calder seeks to repair the damage, Katja discovers not another enemy, but a husband who pledges a new beginning.
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Reviews:
"...THE HIGHLANDER'S VIKING BRIDE is a fun, light and easy read. I really enjoyed it. I think I was at chapter 10 before I finally took my nose out of the book...I always enjoy Ms MacRae's stories and this one is no exception. It's a great beach or weekend read. I especially liked the Viking bits. I'd recommend it to anyone that likes the Highlander or Viking setting.
Celtic Dragon Book Reviews
I love reading about Vikings and I like how the story has Highlanders as well with a good dose of history with both cultures. It's definitely an adventure to read!...this is a delightful read for those looking for an exciting, breathless story--one that shows and glories in the strength of the human spirit. I look forward to more from these authors!
Reviewed by Michaelene, Alpha Book Club
Calder MacGerry, laird of an impoverished clan, has resolved to end the bitter feud between the MacGerry and Sinclairs. He jumps at Laird Sinclair’s offer of marriage to his only daughter, Katja, to seal the agreement between their clans—only to get more than he bargained for.
Katja’s chance to escape her father’s harsh treatment appears to be too good to be true. But becoming Lady of a clan that despises her because she’s a Sinclair, doesn’t make life any easier. When the attacks turn deadly, she fights her way out, making a dangerous passage to the Shetland Isles for refuge with her Viking family.
Calder and Katja’s marriage, built on mistrust, rushes quickly into disaster. As Calder seeks to repair the damage, Katja discovers not another enemy, but a husband who pledges a new beginning.
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Reviews:
"...THE HIGHLANDER'S VIKING BRIDE is a fun, light and easy read. I really enjoyed it. I think I was at chapter 10 before I finally took my nose out of the book...I always enjoy Ms MacRae's stories and this one is no exception. It's a great beach or weekend read. I especially liked the Viking bits. I'd recommend it to anyone that likes the Highlander or Viking setting.
Celtic Dragon Book Reviews
I love reading about Vikings and I like how the story has Highlanders as well with a good dose of history with both cultures. It's definitely an adventure to read!...this is a delightful read for those looking for an exciting, breathless story--one that shows and glories in the strength of the human spirit. I look forward to more from these authors!
Reviewed by Michaelene, Alpha Book Club
The Highlander's Accidental Bride (The Highlander's Bride series, Book 1)
“Chaos reigns between the Scott and Barde clans in 14th century Scotland. To end the generations-long feud, King Robert II of Scotland decrees Eaden, Laird Scott, and Lady Miriam Barde wed with all haste. When marriage negotiations break down, King Robert threatens Eaden with the loss of his lands and title. Forced to take matters into his own hands, the laird kidnaps his bride, only to find the young woman he mistakenly drags to his marriage bed is not Laird Barde’s daughter, but her lady companion.
Mary Marsh fights for her freedom from the laird and the unwanted marriage, refusing to accept her new life as Lady Scott. Realizing his error, Laird Scott develops an attachment to the feisty young woman he has accidentally married. Can he win her heart and convince her she is more than just a ‘duty’ to him? Or will the bond forged between the lady’s companion and the laird be destroyed by secrets and the feud that will not be laid to rest?”
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Reviews:
"...Ms. Macrae hooks her readers with edge of the seat suspense and excitement through to her characters' final happily ever after. Good job, Cathy. And thanks for many hours of reading pleasure!" Socratesmom
"...The Highlander's Accidental Bride is a wonderful story of heartbreak and loss, love and hate. Cathy MacRae gives us a fascinating peek into the lives and loves of the historical highland warriors. If you are a fan of historical highlander storylines, The Highlander's Accidental Bride is the perfect read." Sandy The Reading Cafe
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The Highlander's Reluctant Bride (The Highlander's Bride series, Book 2)
Determined to keep the Macrory clan’s holdings out of the clutches of marauding pirates, King Robert II sends his man, Lord Ranald Scott, to hold Scaurness Castle. There, Laird Macrory lays dying, awaiting word from his son who is missing on the battlefields of France. If the son is not found before the old laird dies, Ranald will take over as laird—and marry Laird Macrory’s headstrong daughter.
Lady Caitriona sees no reason she cannot rule the clan in her brother’s stead, and is bitterly disappointed with the king’s decision to send a man to oversee the castle and people. Not only is Ranald Scott only distantly related to the Macrory clan, but he was her childhood nemesis. She has little trust or like for him.
Her disappointment turns to panic when the king’s plan is completely revealed and she realizes she must wed Ranald. Pirates, treachery, and a 4-year-old girl stand between her and Ranald’s chance at happiness. What will it take for them to learn to trust each other and find the love they both deserve?
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Determined to keep the Macrory clan’s holdings out of the clutches of marauding pirates, King Robert II sends his man, Lord Ranald Scott, to hold Scaurness Castle. There, Laird Macrory lays dying, awaiting word from his son who is missing on the battlefields of France. If the son is not found before the old laird dies, Ranald will take over as laird—and marry Laird Macrory’s headstrong daughter.
Lady Caitriona sees no reason she cannot rule the clan in her brother’s stead, and is bitterly disappointed with the king’s decision to send a man to oversee the castle and people. Not only is Ranald Scott only distantly related to the Macrory clan, but he was her childhood nemesis. She has little trust or like for him.
Her disappointment turns to panic when the king’s plan is completely revealed and she realizes she must wed Ranald. Pirates, treachery, and a 4-year-old girl stand between her and Ranald’s chance at happiness. What will it take for them to learn to trust each other and find the love they both deserve?
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The Highlander’s Tempestuous Bride (The Highlander's Bride series, Book 3)
Returning 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. Learning he is Laird Macraig’s son threatens her dreams, for her father would never agree to a marriage between his daughter and their enemy’s son.
With pirates raiding the coast, bad blood between the Macraig and Macrory clans could cost Ryan and Gilda their love- and their lives.
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Returning 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. Learning he is Laird Macraig’s son threatens her dreams, for her father would never agree to a marriage between his daughter and their enemy’s son.
With pirates raiding the coast, bad blood between the Macraig and Macrory clans could cost Ryan and Gilda their love- and their lives.
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The Highlander's Outlaw Bride (The Highlander's Bride series, Book 4)- 2016 RONE Award Winner
Thrust into the role of laird at his father's unexpected death, Connor MacLaurey returns home to find his cousin has usurped his title in his absence. Furthermore, his betrothed--a young woman he barely knows and certainly did not agree to marry--is hunted by the sheriff, accused of stealing cattle. His immediate plan is to petition the king for clemency for the stupid chit, break the betrothal, and get his castle back from his treacherous cousin. Marriage is not in his plans.
Brianna Douglas has no use for men. Widowed young, daily berated for failing to give her husband a child, and sent home in subsequent disgrace, she has devoted her life to holding her family's land for her young brother as her father drinks away his sorrow at her mother's death. Raiders have hit her clan hard, and to save them, she is forced into a betrothal with Laird MacLaurey's absent son for protection.
Forced into a marriage neither of them wants, it will take a king's edict and sacrifice from each to discover what love means. But can they accept their losses and learn from their mistakes before Brianna marries another?
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Thrust into the role of laird at his father's unexpected death, Connor MacLaurey returns home to find his cousin has usurped his title in his absence. Furthermore, his betrothed--a young woman he barely knows and certainly did not agree to marry--is hunted by the sheriff, accused of stealing cattle. His immediate plan is to petition the king for clemency for the stupid chit, break the betrothal, and get his castle back from his treacherous cousin. Marriage is not in his plans.
Brianna Douglas has no use for men. Widowed young, daily berated for failing to give her husband a child, and sent home in subsequent disgrace, she has devoted her life to holding her family's land for her young brother as her father drinks away his sorrow at her mother's death. Raiders have hit her clan hard, and to save them, she is forced into a betrothal with Laird MacLaurey's absent son for protection.
Forced into a marriage neither of them wants, it will take a king's edict and sacrifice from each to discover what love means. But can they accept their losses and learn from their mistakes before Brianna marries another?
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The Highlander's French Bride (The Highlander's Bride series, book 5)
Heir to a lairdshsip, Kinnon Macrory is driven to prove himself by fighting the English on the battlefields of France. His dreams of heroic valor are destroyed by his inability to come to grips with the atrocities visited on the very people he is sworn to protect. Three years in a French prison for crimes he did not commit, leave Kinnon longing for the one thing of beauty in his war-torn life—a young woman of great kindness and wisdom named Melisende.
Melisende struggles to stay one step ahead of soldiers who would imprison her for helping an injured Scotsman accused of treason. She finally finds refuge in her uncle’s shop—until a chance encounter sends her fleeing into the unknown once again, always haunted by the beguiling friendship with the troubled young Scotsman she is certain she will never see again.
Determined to find the woman of his dreams, Kinnon returns to France, only to discover a trail of clues to Melisende’s whereabouts. Their reunion will open the doors to passion, but half-truths and lies from the past could destroy the one thing they both are willing to fight for—each other.
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Heir to a lairdshsip, Kinnon Macrory is driven to prove himself by fighting the English on the battlefields of France. His dreams of heroic valor are destroyed by his inability to come to grips with the atrocities visited on the very people he is sworn to protect. Three years in a French prison for crimes he did not commit, leave Kinnon longing for the one thing of beauty in his war-torn life—a young woman of great kindness and wisdom named Melisende.
Melisende struggles to stay one step ahead of soldiers who would imprison her for helping an injured Scotsman accused of treason. She finally finds refuge in her uncle’s shop—until a chance encounter sends her fleeing into the unknown once again, always haunted by the beguiling friendship with the troubled young Scotsman she is certain she will never see again.
Determined to find the woman of his dreams, Kinnon returns to France, only to discover a trail of clues to Melisende’s whereabouts. Their reunion will open the doors to passion, but half-truths and lies from the past could destroy the one thing they both are willing to fight for—each other.
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Highland Escape - Amazon best-seller and 2015 IDA Contest finalist
Book 1 in the Hardy Heroine series
Fleeing the English army that murdered her family before her eyes, Anna Braxton rescues two young women, kidnapped by a barbaric Highland clan only to find herself unjustly imprisoned by the clan she aided. Disgusted by her treatment, she counters their belated offer of friendship with anger and distrust. But she does not count on the unexpected effect the laird’s son has on her heart.
Duncan MacGregor does not understand his da’s command to imprison the young woman who saved his sister’s life. He is more than intrigued with Anna’s skill with a bow and sword—in fact, he is fascinated by everything about her, in spite of her lack of feminine wiles. Straightforward and with a deep-seated sense of honor, Anna Braxton disrupts his entire notion of a suitable woman.
Trained as a warrior and unwilling to be any man’s chattel, Anna shuns the idea of marriage—until Duncan coaxes her into a world of acceptance and passion she never knew existed. He wants her as his wife. She will agree, but only on her own terms—conditions Duncan is not sure he can accept.
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Adam: A Highlander Novella - The Ghosts of Culloden Moor series, book 11
On a Summer Solstice on Culloden battle field, a young witch named Soncerae offers 79 of Scotland's finest ghosts a chance to do an heroic deed and end their restless wandering. The Gathering by LL Muir, is the first book in The Ghosts of Culloden Moor series.
Adam's story is book #11.
My name is Adam Patrick Gordon, and I am a ghost of Culloden’s battlefield. Restless I am, for much unfinished business pulls at my soul—and my heart. I left my sweet wife, Mairi, heavy with our first child, to face the Government Army on behalf of Prince Charles. I was one of the unlucky few from the Glenbucket Brigade who fell at Culloden that day in April, 1746.
What would I trade my ghostly existence for? Would a few minutes alone with our bonny prince give my soul the rest it deserves? I must convince Soni that all my heart desires is one more day with Mairi.
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On a Summer Solstice on Culloden battle field, a young witch named Soncerae offers 79 of Scotland's finest ghosts a chance to do an heroic deed and end their restless wandering. The Gathering by LL Muir, is the first book in The Ghosts of Culloden Moor series.
Adam's story is book #11.
My name is Adam Patrick Gordon, and I am a ghost of Culloden’s battlefield. Restless I am, for much unfinished business pulls at my soul—and my heart. I left my sweet wife, Mairi, heavy with our first child, to face the Government Army on behalf of Prince Charles. I was one of the unlucky few from the Glenbucket Brigade who fell at Culloden that day in April, 1746.
What would I trade my ghostly existence for? Would a few minutes alone with our bonny prince give my soul the rest it deserves? I must convince Soni that all my heart desires is one more day with Mairi.
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Malcolm: A Highlander Novella - The Ghosts of Culloden Moor series, book 16
Malcolm Sinclair believes himself to be the only Jacobite soldier in the Earl of Cromartie’s regiment who escaped the devastating defeat at the hands of the Sutherlands at Little Ferry on 15 April, 1746. Approaching Inverness, alone and nearly frozen, he joined with a group of Frasers, only to face the Government forces—and his death—on Culloden Moor, 16 April, 1746.
Restless and haunted by the terrible tragedies that encompassed the last 36 hours of his life, Malcolm jumps at the chance to do a heroic deed and escape the moors—and hopefully the demons that lurk in his mind— forever.
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Malcolm Sinclair believes himself to be the only Jacobite soldier in the Earl of Cromartie’s regiment who escaped the devastating defeat at the hands of the Sutherlands at Little Ferry on 15 April, 1746. Approaching Inverness, alone and nearly frozen, he joined with a group of Frasers, only to face the Government forces—and his death—on Culloden Moor, 16 April, 1746.
Restless and haunted by the terrible tragedies that encompassed the last 36 hours of his life, Malcolm jumps at the chance to do a heroic deed and escape the moors—and hopefully the demons that lurk in his mind— forever.
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MacLeod: A Highlander Novella - The Ghosts of Culloden Moor series, book 21
I was known for a time as Hugh MacLeod. I was only sixteen when I joined the glorious cause that ended not only Prince Charles’ bid for the Scottish throne on the bloody field of Culloden, but my life and secrets as well.
Too young to enlist, I followed my older brothers into the Glengarry Regiment, hiding from them until I faced the English and `twas too late to turn back.
Though I’d prefer my boon to be a chance to deflate the Duke of Cumberland’s arrogance for what he did to my family after the war, I will settle for a few moments with the prince.
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I was known for a time as Hugh MacLeod. I was only sixteen when I joined the glorious cause that ended not only Prince Charles’ bid for the Scottish throne on the bloody field of Culloden, but my life and secrets as well.
Too young to enlist, I followed my older brothers into the Glengarry Regiment, hiding from them until I faced the English and `twas too late to turn back.
Though I’d prefer my boon to be a chance to deflate the Duke of Cumberland’s arrogance for what he did to my family after the war, I will settle for a few moments with the prince.
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The Saint: World of De Wolfe Pack, a Kindle Worlds novella
Following in the footsteps of his uncle, the famous Lord William de Wolfe, Geoffrey de Wylde is counted among the greatest knights England has ever known. Revered for his justness and strict adherence to the chivalric code, he was known as The Saint.
Fleeing the unwanted attentions of her late husband's brother, Marsaili de Ville runs headlong into the path of The Saint. She wants nothing more than to reach the safety of her family's home in Scotland before Edmund de Ville’s henchmen capture her, but Geoffrey de Wylde insists on becoming her protector, slowing her flight and putting her life unknowingly at risk.
As her past catches up with her, Marsaili will find more than a safe haven in The Saint’s arms. And Geoffrey de Wylde will discover his code does not tell him what to do with a woman accused of murder, yet has captured his heart.
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Following in the footsteps of his uncle, the famous Lord William de Wolfe, Geoffrey de Wylde is counted among the greatest knights England has ever known. Revered for his justness and strict adherence to the chivalric code, he was known as The Saint.
Fleeing the unwanted attentions of her late husband's brother, Marsaili de Ville runs headlong into the path of The Saint. She wants nothing more than to reach the safety of her family's home in Scotland before Edmund de Ville’s henchmen capture her, but Geoffrey de Wylde insists on becoming her protector, slowing her flight and putting her life unknowingly at risk.
As her past catches up with her, Marsaili will find more than a safe haven in The Saint’s arms. And Geoffrey de Wylde will discover his code does not tell him what to do with a woman accused of murder, yet has captured his heart.
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Patrick: A Highlander Novella - The Ghosts of Culloden Moor series, book 26
Centuries ago, dragons ruled the coastline of Scotland and men who fought them were considered heroes. One ghost from Culloden’s moor fears he will never be counted among the brave—until Soni gives him an opportunity that leads him deep into the past and makes him question what he believes about himself and the world around him.
As a shoemaker, no one thought to choose Patrick Lindsay when gathering forces to fight for Prince Charlie. Though included as an afterthought, Patrick is warmed by the soldierly camaraderie—and a glass or two too many of whisky. Grabbing the chance to prove his bravery, his trusting nature led him to his death on Culloden Moor. Now he’s been given a second opportunity to prove his worth. But will he again follow the crowd, or will he take a chance on real bravery?
Laila’s healing powers may seem like magic to some. And her secret friendship with Ormarr the Terrible would make her appear suspicious to many in her village. But when she’s caught between an injured dragon and a melancholy ghost, will the rumors of witchcraft prove too much?
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Centuries ago, dragons ruled the coastline of Scotland and men who fought them were considered heroes. One ghost from Culloden’s moor fears he will never be counted among the brave—until Soni gives him an opportunity that leads him deep into the past and makes him question what he believes about himself and the world around him.
As a shoemaker, no one thought to choose Patrick Lindsay when gathering forces to fight for Prince Charlie. Though included as an afterthought, Patrick is warmed by the soldierly camaraderie—and a glass or two too many of whisky. Grabbing the chance to prove his bravery, his trusting nature led him to his death on Culloden Moor. Now he’s been given a second opportunity to prove his worth. But will he again follow the crowd, or will he take a chance on real bravery?
Laila’s healing powers may seem like magic to some. And her secret friendship with Ormarr the Terrible would make her appear suspicious to many in her village. But when she’s caught between an injured dragon and a melancholy ghost, will the rumors of witchcraft prove too much?
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