In dark, wintry Lochdubh, Christmas Cheer is about as welcome as a flat tyre on a deserted road. The Calvinist element in town has always resisted what they view as secular frivolity, so for most of the townsfolk there'll be no carols, feasting, gifts - or even whisky on Christmas Day! And for PC Hamish Macbeth there's no holiday from crime - he finds himself hunting for a missing cat belonging to a lonely spinster. Curt and unfriendly, the woman is convinced her pet has been stolen but once behind her heavily-bolted door, Hamish can spot her true problem - she lives in fear, though of who or what he cannot guess. Then someone steals a Christmas tree and lights from the nearby village of Cnothan. So it is up to Hamish to sort all these problems out - and he had better do it quickly, for the church bells will soon peal on the eve of Christmas. This one-off standalone story is a special Christmas treat for all fans of Hamish Macbeth and can be read at any point in the ongoing series. Also features the first UK publication of a Hamish Macbeth short story, Knock, Knock, You're Dead! Praise for the Hamish Macbeth series: 'First rate ... deft social comedy and wonderfully realized atmosphere.' Booklist 'It's always a treat to return to Lochdubh.' New York Times 'Readers will enjoy the quirks and unique qualities of the cast ... Beaton catches the beauty of the area's natural geography and succinctly describes its distinct flavour.' Library Journal 'Befuddled, earnest and utterly endearing, Hamish makes his triumphs sweetly satisfying.' Publishers Weekly
As the snow falls deep, a malevolent force stalks the ancient corridors of Castle Kintochlochie. Someone, or something, is determined to derail Lady Ophelia's love affair with Hamish, so ruggedly handsome yet wildly unsuitable. She must call upon her wits — not just to discover the culprit... but, perhaps, to escape murder. Heat Level : rather saucy! Head to the Scottish Highlands for fun, romance, and a page-turning mystery to solve. Don't miss the prequel in this series - 'Highland Pursuits' and the final instalment in the trilogy, 'Highland Wedding' For fans of Downton Abbey, Rhys Bowen and Nancy Mitford
Tis the season to fall in love! These five bestselling authors bring you great tiding of highlanders and romances this holiday season! A HIGHLANDER'S HOPE by Terri Brisbin A village harlot who would never dream she could have a different life meets a Highlander who visits for the holidays and brings with him an offer and hope. A HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS WAGER by Lecia Cornwall When a snowstorm forces a charming lass hiding a broken heart to take shelter in a castle with three fine Highland lairds just days before Christmas, there’s a game afoot—who will be the first to win a kiss and maybe her heart. A SCOT FOR CHRISTMAS by Bronwen Evans She's ready to embrace her life and future as a spinster, he's trying to have one last hurrah before he gives into his family's wishes and proposes marriage to his neighbor, but fate has other ideas when the lady and the Scot meet at a holiday house party in the wilds of Scotland. LEFTOVER MISTLETOE by Lavinia Kent What happens when a highlander finds himself stranded, maybe kidnapped, with an English lady around Christmas... maybe the mistletoe will help answer that question. SWEET HOME HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS by May McGoldrick An encounter between an English officer and a desperate aunt trying to keep custody of her young niece leads to a little magic during the holidays.
Eimhir Mackenzie has never been a biddable lass. Her mother thinks of her as a wild thing, and is pleased that she will be finally off her hands and wed to a future Chieftain, Angus Gordon—but Eimhir has a secret. When she slips away from the castle for a few hours of freedom before agreeing to accept Angus Gordon as her husband, she meets a man who promises her the kind of life she has dreamed of: adventure, excitement, and freedom. Liall Gunn is a free spirit, a seaman who has decided that his future lies with the same tumultuous seas that have always beckoned to Eimhir. He makes her a promise: that he will be back by Christmastide to claim her as his. But life moves on, and her father has promised her to Angus Gordon. If Liall cannot make it back by Christmastide, Eimhir’s dreams of freedom and love will come to naught...
Myra Munro is devastated beyond words when her twin, Jaime, is killed in the service of the King. Her parents, strong in their grief, urge her to do honour to her brother’s memory and nurse his best friend Ewan back to health. Ewan has not only lost his best friend but needs time and space while recovering from his injuries. Suffering himself, he understands that Myra is numbed with grief, but in the long road back to health, Jaime’s twin Myra is the one bright light in his world. He cannot deny his feelings for her. But Ewan has a secret: a sacred trust. While dying on the battlefield, Jaime gave Ewan a Christmas gift he has been carrying with him to give to his beloved twin sister. But before Ewan can find the right time to speak with her about it, they find themselves in mortal danger…
Freya Sutherland is a desperate aunt trying to keep custody of her precocious young niece, Ella. After the death of her father, Freya is willing to do anything to prove she's capable of being Ella's guardian, even if it means marrying for security instead of love. Recently retired from the military, Captain Gregory Pennington wants nothing more than to make it home in time for Christmas. When his brother hears of his plans to return to the family estate for the holidays, he asks Penn to escort some travelers to the bordering estate. When Freya and Penn meet their chemistry is instant. Once they realize he's their escort for the journey, there's no escaping their attraction. But Penn has plans that do not include a wife and child. And Freya has responsibilities as Ella's guardian, no matter her growing discontent with her upcoming marriage. With Ella conspiring to get them together, Penn and Freya might just experience a little magic during the holidays. May McGoldrick's Sweet Home Highland Christmas is a 2018 RITA® finalist for Romance Novellas! ABOUT SWEET HOME HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS... ★★★★★- This little tale was sweet, sexy and a wee bit funny. I was so sucked in by this story that I’m desperate to read more from this author. - Stacey is Sassy Review ★★★★★ - Hilarious. - Danielle Urban, Goodreads Review ★★★★★ - A sweet and touching story filled with love and dedication….Their chemistry is amazing. - Rosemary K, Goodreads Review ★★★★★ - I absolutely loved this book! I had never heard of this author but this book made me love her! This one….really surprised me. Loved it! Great read!! - Sandy Kelly, Goodreads Review ★★★★★ - I loved everything about this story!....Penn and Fie are two very compelling characters with great chemistry....I enjoyed this story so much that I downloaded Penn’s parents book Borrowed Dreams. - Lori Meehan, Goodreads Review ★★★★★ - The drama, sizzle and antics…will keep readers glued to their e-readers. I love the humor. Kudos to Ms. McGoldrick. - Deb Diem, Goodreads Review ~~~~~ Keywords: Historical romance, alpha male, Earl hero, strong heroine, Colonial America romance, Regency Romance, happily ever after, HEA, Enemies to lovers, Diverse Romance, Hero with disability, Scottish / English alpha male hero, Highlander, romance, historical fiction, past, action adventure, action, adventure, mystery, character with disability, series, female protagonist, protector, secret identity, secret love child, novel, secrets, suspense, strong heroine, Georgian, Regency, theater, actress, Lord North, no cliffhangers, British Isles, clans, earl nobility romance, mystery, danger, survivor, HEA, family saga, POC characters, slavery, colonial Philadelphia, happily ever after, romantic novels, romantic books, enemies to lovers. ~~~~~ If you enjoyed Belle or Bridgerton you’ll want to try this USA Today bestselling, series-starting Georgian / Regency romance novel. Great for fans of Grace Burrowes, Julia Quinn, Julie Garwood, Mary Balogh, Christi Caldwell, Julie Johnstone, Scarlett Scott, Amalie Howard, Sarah MacLean, Lisa Kleypas, Sabrina Jeffries, Eloisa James, Sophie Jordan, Grace Callaway, Tessa Dare, Erica Ridley, Mary Jo Putney, Kelly Bowen, Glynnis Campbell, Amanda Scott, Lynsay Sands, Elisa Braden, Tanya Anne Crosby, Kerrigan Byrne, Maeve Greyson, Tessa Candle, Chloe Flowers, Lucy Langton, Alexa Aston, Suzanne Enoch, Susan King, Claire Delacroix, Amy Jarecki, Maddison Michaels, Vanessa Kelly, Darcy Burke, Jess Michaels, Madeline Hunter, Philippa Gregory, or Kate Bateman.
In bestselling author Vanessa Kelly’s irresistible Clan Kendrick series, Christmas in the Highlands means family, celebration—and for one brother, the beginning of a passionate adventure . . . Being thrown over by the man she expected to marry was humiliating enough. Now that Donella Haddon, grandniece of the Earl of Riddick, has also proven a failure as a nun, she has no choice but to return to her family’s estate. The brawny Highlander sent to escort her is brash, handsome, and the only thing standing between Donella and a gang of would-be kidnappers. But the scandal in her past can’t be so easily outrun . . . Wealthy widower Logan Kendrick was expecting to meet a plain, pious spinster—not a gorgeous, sharp-tongued lass who can hold her own in any ambush. Though she’s known as the Flower of Clan Graham, Donella is no shrinking violet. In fact, she might be the perfect woman to bring happiness back to his lonely little son’s life, just in time for Christmas. But first he must protect her from ugly gossip and a mysterious threat—and convince her that their wild, unexpected desire is heaven sent. Praise for The Highlander’s Princess Bride “A thoroughly satisfying Regency romance.” —Publishers Weekly
The Mackenzies gather for a clan Christmas and Hogmanay in Scotland. In the chaos of preparations for the celebration--the first of Hart and Eleanor's married life--one of Ian's Ming bowls gets broken, and the family scrambles to save the day. Daniel busily runs a betting ring for everything from the hour Eleanor's baby will arrive, to whether Mac's former-pugilist valet can win a boxing match, to who will be the first of the many guests to be caught under the mistletoe. Ian begins a new obsession, and Beth fears that the loss of one of his precious bowls has made him withdraw once more into his private world. Revisit the Mackenzies in this heartwarming Christmas tale. Book 4.5 of the New York Times bestselling Mackenzies series.
Ashley... Crosby... Le Veque... Knight... Burke... Byrne...It's an enchanting holiday season in the Highlands with some of your favorite Historical Romance authors!It's the holiday season of 1746 and the Highlands are snowy. In the village of Calvine, north of Tay Forest along a road that leads straight into Inverness, the only tavern in town is packed to the rafters with travelers. Eight months after the disastrous defeat at Culloden, the people haven't recovered, nor has the land, and it's a bad winter. But inside the tavern known as Balthazar's Inn, the magic that is the holiday season is about to happen. A blustery innkeeper, his sensitive daughter, and a cast of unique characters passing through the careworn tavern will bring you six captivating stories of reflection, joy, and enthrallment that is the very spirit of the holidays.Welcome to an enchanting limited-edition collection you won't soon forget!The Earl in Winter by Kathryn Le Veque - When James de Lohr heads into the wilds of Scotland to discover what happened to his brother at the Battle of Culloden, his stay at Bathazar's Tavern has an unexpected twist. On a night when angels walk the earth, James comes face to face with his very own guardian angel.Fiona and the Three Wise Highlanders by Jennifer Ashley - Fiona MacDonald is overjoyed to see Stuart Cameron alive and well after his imprisonment by the English, but her worries are not over. Stuart Cameron owes his safety to a pair of smugglers who have come to collect on their debt, and Stuart will need her help to win himself free.One Knight's Stand by Tanya Anne Crosby - Bound for a marriage she hopes will save her cousin from the gibbet, Lady Elizabeth Louise Wolfe finds herself en route to Scotland to marry the younger son of a known traitor to the Crown. Fate intervenes when, on the way, she checks into an inn and registers as the "MacKinnon's bride." Presumed dead at Culloden, Callum MacKinnon, stops by the inn as well, intending to clean up before his return as the prodigal son. Imagine his surprise to discover his "bride to be" has already procured a room. And more--the feisty sassenach everything he never realized he desired.The Earl of Christmas Past by Kerrigan Bryne - A solstice blizzard drives Victorian photographer, Vanessa Latimer, to a crowded Highland Inn where the only available room is haunted by the ghost of a fallen warrior unwilling to give up his side of the bed.The Legend of a Rogue by Darcy Burke - When Tavish Crawford learns treasure hunter Elspeth Marshall is on the trail of his family's missing legacy, he swears to prevent her at any cost. As nefarious forces threaten them both, he realizes he must not only protect the mystical sword, but the woman who has stolen his heart.The Highlander Who Stole Christmas by Eliza Knight - For eight months, Thane Shaw has patiently waited to enact his revenge against the Campbells, and finally he can't resist the opportunity that's presented itself: stealing their most precious treasure for his own--Lady Sarah. From our families to yours, we wish you the very best of the holiday season!
Bridget Rose is used to being teased by her friends Myra and Eimhir about being a dreamer, “waiting for her brave knight”—but Bridget knows that the right man is out there somewhere! What she isn’t expecting is to see him in the courtyard of Chieftain Urqhart’s castle when they all congregate there for Christmastide in the Highlands. Why is it that she feels she knows him? Her friends are shocked by her uncharacteristic behaviour, but Bridget is determined to get to know the handsome, smiling Alec Stewart. She throws herself into the fun of the season, but her heart is in her mouth: is this real? Will Alec feel the same way about her as she does about him?
