Just in Time for a Highlander (27 page)

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Legend of the Highland Dragon

by Isabel Cooper

He guards a ferocious secret

In Victorian England, gossip is as precious as gold. But if anyone found out what Highlander Stephen MacAlasdair really was, he’d be hunted down, murdered, his clan wiped out. As he’s called to London for business, he’ll have to be extra vigilant—especially between sunset and the appearance of the first evening star.

Mina wanted to find out more about the arrogant man who showed up in her employer’s office, but she never thought he’d turn into a dragon right in front of her. Or that he’d then offer her an outrageous sum of money to serve as his personal secretary. Working together to track a dangerous enemy, Mina finds out that a man in love is more powerful and determined than any dragon.

“An outstanding read! A fast-paced, smartly written plot—fraught with danger and brimming with surprises—makes it impossible to put down.”—
RT Book Reviews
Top Pick, 4.5 Stars “Mesmerizing, ingenious, slyly humorous, and wonderfully romantic.”—
Library Journal
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The Highland Dragon’s Lady

by Isabel Cooper

He’s out of the Highlands and on the prowl…

Regina Talbot-Jones has always known her family home was haunted. She also knows her brother has invited a friend for an ill-conceived séance. But she didn’t count on that friend being so handsome…and she certainly didn’t expect him to be a dragon.

Scottish Highlander Colin MacAlasdair has hidden his true nature for his entire life. But in his hundreds of years, he’s never met a woman who could understand him so thoroughly…or touch him so deeply. Drawn by the fire awakening inside of them, Colin and Regina must work together to defeat a vengeful spirit—and discover whether their love is powerful enough to defy convention.

Praise for Isabel Cooper:

“Cooper’s world-building is solid and believable.” —
RT Book Reviews
“Isabel Cooper is an author to watch!” —
All About Romance
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Night of the Highland Dragon

by Isabel Cooper

William Arundell is a detective working for a secret branch of the English government. When a young man is found dead, William’s investigation leads him to a remote Highland village and the strangely youthful, intoxicatingly beautiful lady who rules MacAlasdair Castle. Nothing could have prepared him for the discovery that the charismatic Judith MacAlasdair is the only daughter in a long line of shape-changing dragons…or the fact that together they must put aside years of bad blood to save the British Islands from its deadliest foe…

Praise for the Highland Dragons series: “The mix of adventure and romance is just perfectly entertaining.” —
Star-Crossed Romance
“Magical, fantastic, and a great read for any dragon lover…” —
The Romance Reviews
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Lord of the Black Isle

by Elaine Coffman

A Warrior’s Life…

Laird David Murray would give his life to pull his clan through this time of strife and conflict. With enemies both inside and outside his keep, he has never felt so alone and desperate. Until he meets a beautiful healer with uncanny knowledge from another time…

Meets a Healer’s Heart…

Elisabeth Douglas was a doctor in her own time. Now she’s the only one with the knowledge and skill to help Laird David save the lives of his family…

“Coffman’s writing is deft, capable, and evocative.” —
Publishers Weekly
“Full of action, danger, passion, and drama…A must-read for medieval and time-travel fans alike” —
RT Book Reviews
, 4 stars “Delightfully infused with suspense, humor, heartache, an entertaining plot, well-drawn characters, and a wily ghost, this story is a keeper.” —
Romance Junkies
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The Return of Black Douglas

by Elaine Coffma
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Booklist
Top 10 Romance Fiction of 2011

He’ll help a woman in need, no matter where she came from…

Alysandir Mackinnon rules his clan with a fair but iron fist. He has no time for softness or, as he sees it, weakness. But when he encounters a bewitching young beauty who may or may not be a dangerous spy, but is surely in mortal danger, he’s compelled to help…

She’s always wondered if she was born in the wrong time…

Thrown back in time to the tumultuous, dangerous Scottish Highlands of the sixteenth century, Isobella Douglas has a lot to learn about her ancestors, herself, and her place in the world. Especially when she encounters a Highland laird who puts modern men to shame…

Each one has secrets to keep, until they begin to strike a chord in each other’s hearts that’s never been touched before…

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Kiss the Earl

by Gina Lamm

A modern girl’s guide to seducing Mr. Darcy When Ella Briley asked her lucky-in-love friends to set her up for an office party, she was expecting a blind date. Instead, she’s pulled through a magic mirror and into the past…straight into the arms of her very own Mr. Darcy.

Patrick Meadowfair, Earl of Fairhaven, is too noble for his own good. To save a female friend from what is sure to be a loveless marriage, he’s agreed to whisk her off to wed the man she truly wants. But all goes awry when Patrick mistakes Ella for the would-be bride and kidnaps her instead.

Centuries away from everything she knows, Ella’s finally found a man who heats her blood and leaves her breathless. Too bad he’s such a perfect gentleman. Yet the reluctant rake may just find this modern girl far too tempting for even the noblest of men to resist…

Praise for Gina Lamm:

“Gina Lamm writes excellent [time-travel romance] with humor and great storytelling.” —
Books Like Breathing
“Snappy writing and characters who share a surprising, spicy chemistry.” —
RT Book Reviews
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How to Handle a Highlander

by Mary Wine

In a land of warriors playing a deadly game…

Moira Fraser has been given an ultimatum—marry the elderly Laird Achaius Morris, or risk another deadly clan war. She vows to do the right thing, as long as she can steer clear of the devilish charms of one stubborn Highlander…

How do you avoid becoming a pawn?

Gahan Sutherland knows there’s a dangerous plot behind Moira Fraser’s wedding, and will stop at nothing to foil it. But where a hot-headed, fiery Highland lass is involved, trust and honor clash with forbidden attraction, threatening to blow the Highlands sky-high.

“Well-written and filled with delightful repartee, this is a feast for medieval fans.” —
RT Book Reviews
“Mary Wine weaves a tapestry of a tale with adrenaline-pumping action, political manipulation, sweet and spicy love scenes, clan culture, and a touch of humor.” —
Long and Short Reviews
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The Highlander’s Bride Trouble by Mary Wine

Her clan is in chaos

Nareen Grant is strong, confident, well-educated—and skilled with a bow and dagger. Betrayed by her family, she makes her way alone, until she lands in the lap of Saer MacLeod. But she wants no help from a savage man of the Isles.

And rivalries are deadlier than ever Saer MacLeod is considered fierce even by Highlander standards, but he’s enchanted by the headstrong Nareen. When an old feud endangers her life, Saer feels a ferocious desire to protect her…and claim her for himself.

“Wine’s rip-roaring ambushes and beddings make for a wild ride through fifteenth-century Scottish eroticism.” —
Publishers Weekly
“The rapid pace, wonderful prose, and deeply emotional scenes make this book a marvelous read.” —
RT Book Reviews
Top Pick, 4.5 Stars For more Mary Wine, visit:

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My Highland Spy

by Victoria Roberts

This Highland laird won’t bow to the crown Laird Ruairi Sutherland refuses to send his only son away to be educated by the English. So he does what any laird would do—he lies to the king. The last thing Ruairi expects is a beautiful English governess to appear on his doorstep.

But this lady spy might make him…

Lady Ravenna Walsingham is a spy who is sent to the savage Highlands to uncover a plot against the Crown. Playing the part of an English governess, she infiltrates the home of Laird Sutherland, a suspected conspirator.

If she doesn’t betray him first

Ravenna soon discovers that the only real threat Sutherland poses is to her heart. But will the proud Highland laird ever forgive her when he discovers the woman he loves is an English spy?

“Her lyrical prose grabs readers’ attention, and the high level of emotional tension simply adds to the depth of the story. This book begs to be read and reread.” —
RT Book Reviews,
4.5 Stars For more Victoria Roberts, visit:
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Kilts and Daggers

Highland Spies

by Victoria Roberts When Fagan Murray is charged with escorting Lady Grace Walsingham back to her home in England, he expected tension with the headstrong lass. But he didn’t expect to be waylaid by Highland rebels. Fagan soon realizes he’ll do anything to protect Grace, even if he has to protect her from himself.

Lady Grace Walsingham hated the Scottish Highlands—well, one Highlander in particular. Ever since she discovered her sister was a spy for the Crown, Grace has yearned for adventure. But the last thing she wanted was to encounter danger in the Highland wilderness, needing the one man she despises to protect her.

Praise for
My Highland Spy
: “An exciting Highland tale of intrigue, betrayal, and love.” —Hannah Howell,
New York Times
bestselling author of
Highland Master
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The Highlander’s Heart by Amanda Forester

She’s nobody’s prisoner Lady Isabelle Tynsdale’s flight over the Scottish border would have been the perfect escape, if only she hadn’t run straight into the arms of a gorgeous Highland laird. Whether his plan is ransom or seduction, her only hope is to outwit him, or she’ll lose herself entirely…

And he’s nobody’s fool Laird David Campbell thought Lady Isabelle was going to be easy to handle and profitable too. He never imagined he’d have such a hard time keeping one enticing English countess out of trouble. And out of his heart…

“An engrossing, enthralling, and totally riveting read. Outstanding!” —Jackie Ivie, national bestselling author of
A Knight and White Satin
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True Highland Spirit

by Amanda Forester

Seduction is a powerful weapon…

Morrigan McNab is a Highland lady, robbed of her birthright and with no choice but to fight alongside her brothers to protect their impoverished clan. When she encounters Sir Jacques Dragonet, she discovers her fiercest opponent…

Sir Jacques Dragonet is a Noble Knight of the Hospitaller Order, willing to give his life to defend Scotland from the English. He can’t stop himself from admiring the beautiful Highland lass who wields her weapons as well as he can and endangers his heart even more than his life…

Now they’re racing each other to find a priceless relic. No matter who wins this heated rivalry, both will lose unless they can find a way to share the spoils.

“A masterful storyteller, Amanda Forester brings new excitement to Scottish medieval romance!” —Gerri Russell, award-winning author of
To Tempt a Knight
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Gwyn Cready has been called “the master of time travel romance.” She is the winner of the RITA Award, the most prestigious award given in romance writing. You can visit her at
cready.com
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