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A Time Of End by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.79 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe Executioner Knights are back! Alexander de Sherrington seeks to marry a daughter of the great Christopher de Lohr (Rise of the Defender). But not if King John has anything to say about it! Alexander de Sherrington, the man affectionately referred to as ‘Sherry’ by his friends, is off on the greatest adventure of his life… and his target is Lady Christin de Lohr... -
The Leviathan: The Blackchurch Guild: A Medieval Romance by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.74 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWelcome to Book One in the exciting and diverse new series, The Blackchurch Guild: The Shadow Knights. Medieval England’s most elite training guild. The Blackchurch Guild is an elite knight training school. Men, and even women, are accepted into the program if they prove themselves worthy. Different from most training arenas in England, candidates don’t have to be from wealthy families... -
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Dark Warrior by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.73 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsIt’s the Dark Knight’s wild son, Cortland “Cort” de Russe in an adventure that could see him executed for treason. March Medieval Madness has arrived! 1518 A. D. – As a decorated knight for Henry VIII, Cort is sent to Ireland to assist the Earls of Kildare in ruling The Pale, the only strip of Ireland that the English ruled uncontested in the whole country... -
The Crimson Shield: A Medieval Romance by Kathryn Le Veque
He’s an Executioner Knight with a royal secret that could blow England apart. She’s the last of the bloodlines from the High Kings of Ireland. Between the two of them, they have more royal blood in them than anyone alive, but royal blood can be far more of a curse and far less of a privilege when dealing with secrets that could bring down a kingdom... -
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Starless by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.77 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsYou met Achilles and Susanna in Book Two of the Executioner Knights series – and sparks flew! Now, read their endearing and touching love story in ‘Starless’! The third Executioner Knight is in for a world of trouble…. Achilles de Dere is a stubborn knight prone to fighting - anywhere, anytime. If there is a punch to be thrown, it's usually from Achilles... -
The Black Storm by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.76 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA powerful knight who has served two kings becomes a tournament champion, but will a meddlesome woman and a wicked opponent bring him the greatest defeat of his life? Will the lady he loves with his entire being slip through his fingers? Ridge de Reyne (from The Red Fury) served both Henry III and Alexander, King of Scotland, but royal appointments were ultimately not the life he wanted... -
The Promise by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.74 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsYou met Cullen de Nerra in the January 2019 release 'By the Unholy Hand'. Now, Cullen is off on his own adventure of political intrigue and a forbidden love! 1208 A. D. - Sir Cullen de Nerra is a knight's knight... -
Love's Bright Tomorrow by Naomi Rawlings
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsShe’s just trying to start a new life for herself. If only it wasn’t so hard…. It’s not as though there are a lot of options for a woman with barely two pennies to rub together. At least not in 1884. Or in the small town where she’s settled. Or anywhere else. It’s even harder when her past keeps coming back to haunt her. Aileen has tried putting it behind her. Truly she has... -
Winter of Solace by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCaius d'Avignon, the knight known as The Britannia Viper, finds himself on the opposite side of William Marshal. .. and the Executioner Knights are caught in the middle. .. Welcome to another Executioner Knights' tale! When Caius d’Avignon is sent north at the request of a cousin of William Marshal to help in a dispute between neighbors, Caius couldn’t have imagined how his life would change... -
Moonraker's Bride by Madeleine Brent
Born in a Mission in China, Lucy Waring finds herself with fifteen small children to feed and care for. The way she tackles this task leads to her being thrown into the grim prison of Chengfu, where she meets Nicholas Sabine - a man about to die. He asks her a cryptic riddle, the mystery of which echoes through all that befalls her in the months that follow. . -
Mine Is the Night by Liz Curtis Higgs
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsSHE LOST EVERYTHING SHE LOVED. HE HAD EVERYTHING SHE NEEDED. BUT COULD SHE FIND THE COURAGE TO TRUST HIM? Stepping from a battered coach on a rainy April eve, newly widowed Elisabeth Kerr must begin again, without husband or title, property or fortune... -
Highlander The Conqueror by Donna Fletcher
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBorn into a life of conflict, Slayer emerges as a formidable warrior destined for leadership within Clan Ravinsher. Leading the Gallowglass, an elite group of mercenaries, he is a born protector, sworn to safeguard his older brother, the rightful heir to the clan. However, fate alters his course when his father and brother are murdered... -
Highland Justice by Heather McCollum
Without mercy, there is no love in this third installment of the Sons of Sinclair historical romance series by award-winning author Heather McCollum. Gideon Sinclair, the third Sinclair brother, judges everything in stark terms of good and evil. There is nothing in between, and he is efficient at passing judgment without mercy...Categorized as:
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Lords by Stacy Von Haegert
London 1830. .. Anastasia Lintel never wanted for more than a simple existence, arranging flowers in her father's shop, catering to the soft-palmed elite. However, when tragedy strikes, taking with it the only family she has ever known, Anastasia must adapt to an unexpected new life...Categorized as:
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A Hellish Highlander by Hildie McQueen
When a warrior's fiercest battle is between his heart and his oath! Warrior Kieran Ross, the youngest son of Laird Ross, is intent on finding his father's killer and exacting revenge, even if it means losing his own life. While tracking his enemy, an unexpected encounter with a familiar face could ruin all his plans...Categorized as:
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Highland Destroyer: A Medieval Romance by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWelcome to Book Two in the exciting HIGHLAND LEGION series! When a betrothal is broken by a wayward bride, Darien dun Tahr finds himself in an awkward. .. and unknowingly dangerous… position. Lies, secrets, and betrayal abound in Scotland in this passionate tale of true love! Darien, the second son of Lares dun Tarh, finds himself betrothed to a wealthy lass from a good Scottish family... -
The Devil of Helburn by the Sea by Rebecca Ruger
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSparks fly when the mighty Caelen MacGaren meets Julia Caverhill when his army takes refuge inside her family’s stronghold. The green-eyed lass stirs long-dead fires inside him, but cruel manipulations work to keep them apart. Caelen wakes one morning, recalling only flashes and snippets of the splendid night passed, believing it had been Julia with whom he’d shared such passion... -
Highlanders Never Surrender by Julie Johnstone
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsOn the path of vengeance, he unwillingly collided with love. No one desires retribution against their enemy more than Highlander Cormac MacLean. Yet his foe has the favor of the king and Cormac lacks irrefutable proof of the man’s nefarious deeds, so revenge must be planned with calculated care...Categorized as:
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Taken by the Highland Beast: A Medieval Historical Romance by Lydia Kendall
“Dinnae forget who ye belong to now, wife…”. Accidentally bringing a dagger to her wedding night, Amelia knows she’s in trouble. For her new husband is a ruthless beast…Still, it isn't fear that has her trembling when she meets his heated gaze. .. For cruel Laird Jack, having to marry his enemy's sister to end a war is one thing. But having the little minx defy him at every turn is another. .Categorized as:
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The Lion of Blacklaw Tower by Rebecca Ruger
They owe each other their lives. Having saved her from a fate worse than death, John Craig would have paid with his life if not for Ava Guthrie coming to his rescue. So, while they might now be even, there is no way that John can abandon Ava. Saving him essentially made her a criminal, and that is the only reason he insists she must flee with him... -
Boundless by Tamara Leigh
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsTHE WULFRITHS. IT ALL BEGAN WITH A WOMAN. A battle. A crown. The conqueror. The conquered. Medieval England—forever changed by the Battle of Hastings. And the rise of the formidable Wulfriths. DECEIT WRAPPED IN SOMETHING SWEET... -
Taken by the Devilish Highlander: A Scottish Medieval Historical Romance by Maddie MacKenna
“The only thing more dangerous than my blade is what you make me feel, lass. ”. Witnessing her laird’s assassination, healer Feya doesn’t think. She runs. Straight into the arms of an even more dangerous man. He saves her without hesitation—but his help comes at a price. And Feya knows better than to make a deal with the devil…. ***. Mercy isn’t something Laird Archer understands...Categorized as:
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Highlander's Captive Bride: A Scottish Medieval Historical Romance by Maddie MacKenna
“Yer freedom comes at a price, lass. Ye must do something for me first. ”Rumored to be a witch, Daisy’s healing expertise comes at a great price when she’s captured by the cruelest of Lairds. So she vows to escape, no matter how his dark gaze leaves her trembling…The destroyer of clans, Laird Bellamy cares about one thing a cure for his daughter... -
Trapped with the Vicious Highlander: A Medieval Historical Romance by Lydia Kendall
“I’ll worship yer curves. T’is nae yer fault no Englishman could handle ye. ”. Ruthless. Mad. Scotland's greatest villain. Laird MacDunn didn't hesitate to burn everything to the ground to find his daughter. And even though she has yet to speak, he finally has her. So he won't let the alluring Sassenach who saved her stand in his way. .. ***... -
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When a Highlander Weds a Hellion by Julie Johnstone
How far will he go to belong? Fierce, famed Highland warrior Broch MacLeod has always been a bastard—until one day he isn’t. And now that he’s discovered his real family, he intends to do whatever it takes to carve a place for himself in it, including wedding the lass known as the Hellion of the Highlands... -
While Angels Slept by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratings1139 A. D. – When her husband perishes in a skirmish, the Lady Cantia du Bexley Penden is distraught. Her husband was assisting the mighty Viscount Winterton in the battle for the throne between Empress Matilda and Stephen of Blois, caught, like most men, in a vicious struggle for the rightful ruler of England... -
Shadowmoor by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratings1236 A. D. - Daniel de Lohr, son of David de Lohr (STEELHEART, RISE OF THE DEFENDER, ARCHANGEL, UNENDING LOVE), is a highly trained knight of the highest order from one of the finest families in England. But he is also a wanderer, a gypsy, who prefers to travel rather than be tied down to one castle, one lord, or even one woman... -
Highlander's Runaway Bride by Maddie MacKenna
“I need to marry a laird by the end of the week. ”. After running away from her own wedding, Delilah, daughter of Laird McGunn, can’t outrun fate anymore. But finding a husband again is impossible. Until she gets an irresistible deal from the most dangerous her father’s enemy…. Evan O’Reid is determined to achieve what no Laird before him peace with the McGunns... -
A Hellion for the Highland Devil: A Highlanders Historical Romance Novel by Eloise Madigan
“Ye’ll beg me, wife. I’ll only come to yer chambers when ye are desperate for me. ”. Forced to choose a husband, hellion Isobel announces she’ll wed whoever bests her at an archery competition. After killing his own father, the notorious 'Pirate Laird' can’t secure a bride. Still, Alex needs to form alliances...Categorized as:
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A Wife for the Highland Wolf: A Highlanders Historical Romance Novel by Eloise Madigan
“The contract is binding…Ye’re mine now, sweetheart. ”. Accused of his first wife’s murder, Laird Murdoch can’t find a bride to raise his son. Until an old contract between clans thrusts the bonniest lass his way. Forced to marry the most feared Laird in the Highlands, Lydia vows not to let the handsome warrior terrorize her. So she sets some rules... -
Taken by the Scarred Highlander: A Scottish Medieval Historical Romance by Maddie MacKenna
“For a month, ye belong to me, lass. ”. Finding a mute child near her orphanage, Charlotte vows to protect him. Even if it leads her to Scotland…trapped with the monster claiming to be his father. There is only one way for beastly Laird Alasdair to bring his son home. Take the alluring Englishwoman with them. But only for a month...Categorized as:
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Wedded to the Heartless Highlander by Maddie MacKenna
“There is nae competition, lass. Ye were mine the moment I decided to play. ”. When her father declares a competition for her hand Erica is devastated. But before she can flee, a dangerous man joins. And he intends to make her his. Death follows Laird Hunter everywhere he goes. So he vows never to take a wife. Only, he still needs a mother for his niece... -
Barefoot in Hyde Park by Chasity Bowlin
I’m not holding you to keep you from leaving. I’m holding you because it’s a way of showing you how precious you are to me. The wait is over! The anticipated "Barefoot in Hyde Park" is now available! Book 2 in "The Hellion Club" series. Read for Free with Kindle Unlimited! Lillian Burkhart could not be more different from her half-sister, Wilhelmina... -
Her Vow with the Highlander by Maddie MacKenna
“There is nae man who can take ye away from me. ”. Notoriously known as the Heartless Laird, there is nothing Hunter won’t do to restore his clan. Until a captivating healer pleads for his help and his heart starts beating again. For there is no way he can say no to her. Fleeing from a deranged man, Iris never expects to be saved by the most dangerous of Lairds...Categorized as:
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Taken by the Heartless Highlander: A Medieval Historical Romance by Lydia Kendall
“Ye want me to claim ye, lass? Ye’ve no idea what ye’re asking…”. When ruthless Laird Noah saves a healer from being burned at the stake, he asks for something in she must stay in his castle for one month, in order to heal him. And Keira accepts. But if she is to cure his chest pain, she sets a condition of her he must spend one night with her. . -
Highland Beast by Heather McCollum
Bàs Sinclair is the cold and brutal hand—and sword—of justice across the Highlands. He has one destiny: to bring fear into the hearts of guilty men. But when he is called to execute a midwife for her crimes, he cannot raise his weapon. For Bàs already knows this lovely, part-wild creature. After all, she gave him his first and only kiss…...Categorized as:
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The Hawk by Hildie McQueen
Peace has finally come to Clan Ross of Skye and the laird’s younger brother, Gavin Ross, finds himself adrift, grappling with a sense of purposelessness. His days are filled with mundane tasks of training and patrolling, leaving him restless and yearning for something more. Suddenly their hard-won peace is on the brink of shattering, when a man’s death means years old strife may not be dormant...Categorized as:
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The Highlander's Destiny by Mary Wine
Faolan McKay was the spawn of recklessness. A child conceived by moonlight outside the bonds of wedlock. His mother was banished to the rocky shores of the Highlands where she committed an even greater sin than seducing the laird’s son—she survived. And raised her son to be everything everyone whispered about him. To be feared was better than any position or sword...Categorized as:
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Trapped with her Highland Warrior: A Scottish Medieval Historical Romance by Maddie MacKenna
“Kissing ye was me biggest mistake… And me greatest desire. ”. Scarlett will do anything to escape the man she’s supposed to wed. Even beg the most dangerous Highlander for a kiss. Laird Arran can’t marry. Not when he must restore his clan. But when sweet Scarlett pleads for his help he can’t deny her; only…he wants something in return... -
Kaze Hikaru, Vol. 4 by Taeko Watanabe
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsRomance between "swordsmen," based on a true-life adventure of a young girl determined to be a part of history. In the 1860s in Japan, a new era is dawning. During this time fraught with violent social upheaval, samurai of all walks of life flock to Kyoto in the hope of joining a band of warriors united around their undying loyalty to the shogunate system... -
Highlander’s Twisted Love: A Medieval Historical Romance Novel by Lydia Kendall
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEvery monster has an obsession…She is his. On the betrothal feast of her younger sister, Willow gets abducted while protecting her family. And the man who took her is the most dangerous Laird of all…The so-called Laird in the North. Laird Scott needs to show that his clan is not to be trifled with... -
Highland Surrender by Heather McCollum
With his family’s honor on the line, Norse warrior Erik Halverson has no choice but to follow the orders of the royal house of Denmark. Now he must follow his destiny―and royal command―to sail to Scotland, find his enemy’s weakest link, and abduct her. Their mistake, of course, was thinking the Sinclair lass wouldn’t fight back... -
Caught by the Highland Beast by Maddie MacKenna
“If anyone touches ye, it’ll be the last thing they do, lass. ”. When beastly Laird Finn finds an alluring Englishwoman in his lands, he knows better than to keep her. Only, she’s desperate for his help. And she’s willing to give him anything in return…. Thalia is terrified when she suddenly wakes up in…Scotland. Still, she must return to England and save her sisters...Categorized as:
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A Wife for the Highland Villain: A Medieval Historical Romance by Lydia Kendall
“Ye can have the bed to yerself, wife, but by the end of the month, ye’ll be begging me to claim ye. And that’s a promise. ”. Renowned healer Lily never thought her pirate husband would appear again. Let alone kidnap her. After years at sea, ruthless Laird Alasdair returns to his warring clan. .. In need of a healer, heirs, and alliances, he remembers the sweet lass he married once. . -
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The Laird’s Unwanted Wife : A Highlanders Historical Romance Novel by Eloise Madigan
“Ye’re mine, wife. Mine to protect. Mine to hunt. Mine to claim. ”. To protect her baby sister, Aileen would even die. .. Or worse; marry. But when her brother is revealed as Scotland's greatest villain, her wedding is cancelled. Back to her warring clan, she would have been killed. .. if her brother's enemy didn't show up. And he is the most handsome devil she has ever seen…. ***...Categorized as:
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A Hardened Warrior by Hildie McQueen
From USA Today bestselling author Hildie McQueen. .. A temporary truce from clan war and a forced marriage change the course of many lives…. Tristan Ross had a long recovery from devastating injuries. Through it all, visions of a beautiful woman trailed him. When he finally sees her again, it’s under the worst of circumstances...Categorized as:
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The Perfect Gentleman (Valiant Love) by Deborah Wilson
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsLady Brinley discovers shocking news that will leave her in despair…. Her father is in possession of someone else’s horse. But… it is not just someone else’s horse. The horse belongs to the third son of the Duke of Curbain - one of the oldest and most respectable homes in England. Lord Lore Curbain. And what’s worse…...Categorized as:
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Claimed by the Heartless Highlander: A Medieval Historical Romance by Lydia Kendall
“Ye wrote me those letters as if we’re betrothed. So I’m here to claim my bride. We’re to wed in a month. ”Desperate to avoid an unwanted match, Ailis makes up a betrothal to a long-lost Laird. But she never expects the Ghost to show up at her doorstep, ready to claim his bride. After the fire that changed him forever, brooding Laird Duncan lives like a recluse...Categorized as:
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Trapped with the Devil of the Highlands: A Medieval Historical Romance by Lydia Kendall
“Did no one ever tell ye nae to make a deal with the Devil, sweetlin’? ”. Wishing to see her parents one last time before she takes her vows, almost-nun Paisley flees her convent. .. only to stumble upon a murder. And the killer is the most merciless Laird. .. Wicked Laird Camden didn't expect a sweet lass to interrupt his. .. interrogation, but he can't leave her in the woods unprotected...Categorized as:
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School for Love by Christina Dudley
Hugh Hapgood, cousin to Squire Richard Hapgood of Bramleigh, finds himself alone after the death of his first wife and scrambling to care for his three motherless children. He must see to their care and education, and yet he feels he hardly knows them...
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