Highland Legends Series by Connie C. Scharon

Highland Legends - Book 1 - Enchanted Lover is a Scottish Historical Romance, which takes place in the 1300s. When Highland Laird Jared MacLean kidnapped the daughter of his enemy and forced her to marry him, he never expected to be so enchanted with his captive bride. The young innocent stunned him with her passionate response on their wedding night, igniting a startling firestorm of pleasure that threatened to warm even his hardened heart... moreHighland Legends - Book 1 - Enchanted Lover is a Scottish Historical Romance, which takes place in the 1300s. When Highland Laird Jared MacLean kidnapped the daughter of his enemy and forced her to marry him, he never expected to be so enchanted with his captive bride. The young innocent stunned him with her passionate response on their wedding night, igniting a startling firestorm of pleasure that threatened to warm even his hardened heart. Is sweet Asilinn the tool to bring peace between warring clans, or an enchantress with magical powers and clairvoyant visions set on his demise? His kinsmen accuse her of witchcraft and try to kill her to protect him. One thing is sure. She will be his downfall or his destiny. less

Spurned by the man she wants to marry, Skye MacLean runs farther from home than she ever anticipated. A near death experience sends her to meet the Archangel Gabriel, or so it seems. Is she in heaven, or has some wrinkle in time sent her into the future as her savior claims? She doesn’t know and when her angel follows her back to her own time, it only confounds the issue more.

Highland Legends - Book 2 - PHANTOM BRIDE continues the MacLean saga. Liam MacLean enters a web of intrigue when Laird Malcolm Dunsmore asks Liam to fight for his widowed daughter's hand in marriage. Indebted to Malcolm for saving his life years earlier and brokenhearted over the suicide of his own true love, Liam agrees. The black-veiled widow reminds him of his beloved Sarah in her final days... moreHighland Legends - Book 2 - PHANTOM BRIDE continues the MacLean saga. Liam MacLean enters a web of intrigue when Laird Malcolm Dunsmore asks Liam to fight for his widowed daughter's hand in marriage. Indebted to Malcolm for saving his life years earlier and brokenhearted over the suicide of his own true love, Liam agrees. The black-veiled widow reminds him of his beloved Sarah in her final days. Did his new bride murder her abusive first husband? Does she have scars from the fire that took his life? Rumors surround her and even their marriage fails to bring her face to the light of day. less

Taken by the beguiling daughter of a rival clan leader, Ian Innes falls for his spirited captor. Katie Blackburn excites his imagination in a way no woman has before. When fate frees him from his chains, he fights to save Katie and her family from an evil plot that threatens to destroy them all.

Samantha Stewart explores the ruins of Carraig Castle and falls through an ancient time portal. Stunned and disoriented, she finds herself captured and fighting for her life in medieval Scotland. With a swipe of his sword, John Ravenwood saves her life. Samantha falls in love with her rescuer. Trapped in the thirteenth century, she marries him. But a frightening prophecy threatens their happiness... moreSamantha Stewart explores the ruins of Carraig Castle and falls through an ancient time portal. Stunned and disoriented, she finds herself captured and fighting for her life in medieval Scotland. With a swipe of his sword, John Ravenwood saves her life. Samantha falls in love with her rescuer. Trapped in the thirteenth century, she marries him. But a frightening prophecy threatens their happiness. Samantha must choose between John and the life of her unborn child, a choice that will seal her destiny. less

An infamous pirate—a dangerous love—a daring game! Mya’s impulsive actions land her and her twin sister in the hands of flesh peddlers bent on using them to satisfy the fantasy of an evil laird. An accident of fate separates the girls, and Mya finds herself in the company of an infamous pirate. Connor MacLean has a price on his head in two countries... moreAn infamous pirate—a dangerous love—a daring game! Mya’s impulsive actions land her and her twin sister in the hands of flesh peddlers bent on using them to satisfy the fantasy of an evil laird. An accident of fate separates the girls, and Mya finds herself in the company of an infamous pirate. Connor MacLean has a price on his head in two countries. Can she trust this notorious pirate to help her rescue her sister, or does Connor have other motives? His mere touch awakens her desire to have more of him. Connor has never met anyone quite like his enchanting stowaway. She excites his imagination with her bold plans and steely determination. Will his attraction to this innocent be his downfall? The Scottish and English crowns would pay a fortune to get their hands on him, yet he finds himself confiding in this mercurial girl. She could be a spy sent to lead him to the gallows. Despite the warning inside his head, Connor allows Mya to capture his heart. Their passionate joining creates a bond stronger than the laws of polite society and sends them on the adventure of a lifetime. less

Desperate to escape an arranged marriage, Aria Morrison flees in hopes her actions will bring her father to his senses, but her plan goes awry. Alone on the trail Aria is accosted by miscreants bent on having their way with her. Out of the gloom, a shadowy figure comes to her rescue. She soon learns her savior is none other than Laird Valan MacLeod, one of most powerful men in the Highlands. Valan becomes the champion of her dreams when he protects her through the stormy night... moreDesperate to escape an arranged marriage, Aria Morrison flees in hopes her actions will bring her father to his senses, but her plan goes awry. Alone on the trail Aria is accosted by miscreants bent on having their way with her. Out of the gloom, a shadowy figure comes to her rescue. She soon learns her savior is none other than Laird Valan MacLeod, one of most powerful men in the Highlands. Valan becomes the champion of her dreams when he protects her through the stormy night. Taken with the handsome laird, Aria is thrilled when he offers to marry her in Baron Eduard Ramsay’s stead. Her hope is shattered when her father refuses Valan’s offer. He accuses Valan of defiling Aria, and tells her Valan watched his first wife be murdered without lifting a finger to help her. Confused about the man she thought she loved, Aria is forced to marry the greedy baron. Her new husband is even more contemptuous than she imagined. Determined to keep Eduard from consummating their union, Aria resorts to trickery to stay out of his clutches. Valan MacLeod’s wicked first wife betrayed him. Her death haunts him like a wraith in the night, making it impossible for him to trust any other woman. One stormy evening fate thrusts an intriguing, young girl into his life. He saves Aria Morrison from a vicious assault and learns she is running to avoid an arranged marriage to Baron Eduard Ramsay, Valan’s sworn enemy. Valan and Aria take refuge for the night in a cottage by the sea. Her sweet innocence enchants Valan into believing he might be able to love again, and he offers to marry her in the baron’s stead. Her father refuses the match. He uses Valan’s dark past against him and forces Aria to uphold the marriage contract. Months later Aria’s husband dies, and she comes to Valan begging for sanctuary. Seeing her again, Valan realizes he still loves her, but the naïve girl has changed into a woman with secrets. She reminds him of his deceptive first wife. Can he find a way to trust Aria, or will she be his downfall? less