The Pith Trilogy Series by Kara Griffin

In a time when a pledge means everything, a Highland warrior seeks justice. But he must put his quest for vengeance aside when a lovely lady asks for his help. Colin MacKinnon promises to protect Julianna and escort her to her friend’s home in Scotland. As her secrets unravel, Colin comes to care for her. There’s only one thing standing in his way—her companion, a man who aspires to be a wizard. Colin must perform a bit of magic of his own or possibly risk losing her... moreIn a time when a pledge means everything, a Highland warrior seeks justice. But he must put his quest for vengeance aside when a lovely lady asks for his help. Colin MacKinnon promises to protect Julianna and escort her to her friend’s home in Scotland. As her secrets unravel, Colin comes to care for her. There’s only one thing standing in his way—her companion, a man who aspires to be a wizard. Colin must perform a bit of magic of his own or possibly risk losing her. Julianna Bentley cannot reveal who she really is, lest it cause danger for all. Guarding her secrets and hiding in the Highlands is the only way to assure her safety. When a handsome laird offers his help, she takes him up on his offer. She must choose between them—the honorable laird or the misguided wizard. Julianna doesn’t believe in magic and her choice changes her life’s path forever. less

Lady Isabel Calvert hides her true spirit from everyone, especially her best friend's brother, Douglas, whom she secretly admires. Isabel's older brother attempts to do the unthinkable and one night he almost succeeds. After the incident her father's superstition nature induces him to send her to an asylum. She must escape, her only hope—Douglas Kerr. Isabel is no shrinking violet, but she intends to be the timid woman all men want, in hope that Douglas will love her... moreLady Isabel Calvert hides her true spirit from everyone, especially her best friend's brother, Douglas, whom she secretly admires. Isabel's older brother attempts to do the unthinkable and one night he almost succeeds. After the incident her father's superstition nature induces him to send her to an asylum. She must escape, her only hope—Douglas Kerr. Isabel is no shrinking violet, but she intends to be the timid woman all men want, in hope that Douglas will love her. Laird Douglas Kerr is forlorn at his mission to find a wife. He was charming, wasn‟t he? At least that's what everyone teases him about. Douglas thought he'd found the woman of his dreams, but she turned out to be a harlot. He's asked by his sister to retrieve her friend, Isabel, the fiery, red-haired, cat-eyed, temptress he'd met when he escorted his sister home for their father's burial. When he meets the woman again, he doesn't find the hellion he believes her to be. Nay, she's a sweet, coy woman who intrigues him. As Douglas' life becomes complicated with mysterious happenings, he also find the love he's been missing all his life. Can this dagger wielding woman win the heart of the Charmer? less

Kaitlin Stanhope learns of her father’s death delivered with a strange medallion and a cryptic message. He warns, beware the friend with the black heart. She is wrenched from her beloved home and sent to live with her guardian. A believer in the ancient ways, Kaitlin has a vision of a warrior which brings comfort and many questions. Once at the home of her guardian, all is not what it seems... moreKaitlin Stanhope learns of her father’s death delivered with a strange medallion and a cryptic message. He warns, beware the friend with the black heart. She is wrenched from her beloved home and sent to live with her guardian. A believer in the ancient ways, Kaitlin has a vision of a warrior which brings comfort and many questions. Once at the home of her guardian, all is not what it seems. Escaping his clutches, she embarks on a dangerous mission, one that could mean the death of both her and the child she rescues. Brendan MacKinnon, protector of his Clan and doting uncle, is devastated when his niece goes missing. His mission is to find her however long it takes. When he comes across Kaitlin, the violet eyed fairy enchants him. The woman risked everything to save his niece’s life, and courageously she stands up to his obstinate nature. How could the LASS' VALOR not touch his heart? less