Scottish Island Escapes Series by Margaret Amatt

She was the one that got away… Now she’s back.Career-driven Robyn Sherratt returns to her childhood home on the Scottish Isle of Mull, hoping to build bridges with her estranged family. She discovers her mother struggling to run the family hotel. When an old flame turns up, memories come back to bite, nibbling into Robyn’s fragile heart.Carl Hansen, known as The Fixer, abandoned city life for peace and tranquillity. Swapping his office for a log cabin, he mends people’s broken treasures... moreShe was the one that got away… Now she’s back.Career-driven Robyn Sherratt returns to her childhood home on the Scottish Isle of Mull, hoping to build bridges with her estranged family. She discovers her mother struggling to run the family hotel. When an old flame turns up, memories come back to bite, nibbling into Robyn’s fragile heart.Carl Hansen, known as The Fixer, abandoned city life for peace and tranquillity. Swapping his office for a log cabin, he mends people’s broken treasures. He can fix anything, except himself. When forced to work on hotel renovations with Robyn, the girl he lost twelve years ago, his quiet life is sent spinning.Carl would like nothing more than to piece together the shattered shards of Robyn’s heart. But can she trust him? What can a broken man like him offer a successful woman like her? less

She’s gritty, he’s determined. Who will back down first?When spirited islander Beth McGregor learns of plans to build a road through the family farm, she sets out to stop it. But she’s thrown off course by the charming and handsome project manager. Sparks fly, sending Beth into a spiral of confusion. Guys are fine as friends. Nothing else.Murray Henderson has finally found a place to retreat from the past with what seems like a straightforward job... moreShe’s gritty, he’s determined. Who will back down first?When spirited islander Beth McGregor learns of plans to build a road through the family farm, she sets out to stop it. But she’s thrown off course by the charming and handsome project manager. Sparks fly, sending Beth into a spiral of confusion. Guys are fine as friends. Nothing else.Murray Henderson has finally found a place to retreat from the past with what seems like a straightforward job. But he hasn’t reckoned on the stubbornness of the locals, especially the hot-headed and attractive Beth.As they battle together over the proposed road, attraction blooms. Murray strives to discover the real Beth; what secrets lie behind the tough façade? Can a regular farm girl like her measure up to Murray’s impeccable standards, and perhaps find something she didn’t know she was looking for? less

She’s about to discover the one place he wants to keep secret.Five years ago, Island girl Kirsten McGregor broke the company rules. Now, she has the keys to the Hidden Mull tour bus and is ready to take on the task of running the business. But another tour has arrived. The competition is bad enough but when she recognises the rival tour operator, her plans are upended.Former jet pilot Fraser Bell has made his share of mistakes... moreShe’s about to discover the one place he wants to keep secret.Five years ago, Island girl Kirsten McGregor broke the company rules. Now, she has the keys to the Hidden Mull tour bus and is ready to take on the task of running the business. But another tour has arrived. The competition is bad enough but when she recognises the rival tour operator, her plans are upended.Former jet pilot Fraser Bell has made his share of mistakes. What better place to hide and regroup than the place he grew to love as a boy? With great enthusiasm, he launches into his new tour business, until old-flame Kirsten shows up and sends his world plummeting.Kirsten may know all the island’s secrets, but what she can’t work out is Fraser. With tension simmering, Kirsten and Fraser’s attraction increases. What if they both made a mistake before? Is one of them about to make an even bigger one now?♥ A Summer Sanctuary is the third book in the Scottish Island Escapes series, but can be read on its own. less

She went looking for someone, but it wasn't him.After a string of disappointments for chirpy city girl Autumn Elworthy, discovering her notoriously unstable mother has run off again is the last straw. When Autumn learns her mother’s last known whereabouts was a remote Scottish Island, she makes the rash decision to go searching for her.Taciturn islander Richard Linden has his reasons for choosing the remote Isle of Mull as home. He’s on a deadline and doesn’t need any complications or company... moreShe went looking for someone, but it wasn't him.After a string of disappointments for chirpy city girl Autumn Elworthy, discovering her notoriously unstable mother has run off again is the last straw. When Autumn learns her mother’s last known whereabouts was a remote Scottish Island, she makes the rash decision to go searching for her.Taciturn islander Richard Linden has his reasons for choosing the remote Isle of Mull as home. He’s on a deadline and doesn’t need any complications or company. But everything changes after a chance encounter with Autumn.Autumn chips away at Richard’s reserve until his carefully constructed walls start to crumble. But Autumn’s just a passing visitor and Richard has no plans to leave. Will they realise, before it’s too late, that what they’ve been searching for isn’t necessarily what’s missing?♥ An Autumn Hideaway is the fourth book in the Scottish Island Escapes series, but can be read on its own. less

She’s masquerading as her twin, pretending to be his girlfriend, while really just being herself.After years of being cooped up by her movie star family, Taylor Rousse is desperate to escape. Having a Hollywood actress as a twin is about all Taylor can say for herself, but when she’s let down by her sister for the umpteenth time, she decides now is the time for action... moreShe’s masquerading as her twin, pretending to be his girlfriend, while really just being herself.After years of being cooped up by her movie star family, Taylor Rousse is desperate to escape. Having a Hollywood actress as a twin is about all Taylor can say for herself, but when she’s let down by her sister for the umpteenth time, she decides now is the time for action.Pilot Magnus Hansen is heading back to his family home on the Isle of Mull for his brother’s wedding and he’s not looking forward to showing up single. The eldest of three brothers shouldn’t be the last married – no matter how often he tells himself he’s not the marrying type.On his way, Magnus crashes into a former fling. She’s a Hollywood star looking for an escape and they strike a deal: he’s her ticket to a week of peace; she’s his new date. Except Taylor isn’t who he thinks she is. When she and Magnus start to fall for each other, their double deception threatens to blow up in their faces and shatter everything that might have been. less

She has a secret past. He has an uncertain future. Together, can they unlock them both?After being framed for embezzlement by her ex, career-driven Rebekah needs a break to nurse her broken heart and wounded soul. When her grandmother dies, leaving her a precious necklace and a mysterious note, she sets out to unravel a family secret that’s been hidden for over sixty years.Blair has lived all his life on the Isle of Mull... moreShe has a secret past. He has an uncertain future. Together, can they unlock them both?After being framed for embezzlement by her ex, career-driven Rebekah needs a break to nurse her broken heart and wounded soul. When her grandmother dies, leaving her a precious necklace and a mysterious note, she sets out to unravel a family secret that’s been hidden for over sixty years.Blair has lived all his life on the Isle of Mull. He’s everybody’s friend – with or without the benefits – but at night he goes home alone. When Rebekah arrives, he’s instantly attracted to her, but she’s way out of his league. He needs to keep a stopper on his feelings or risk losing her friendship.As Rebekah’s quest continues, she’s rocked by unexpected feelings for her new friend. Can she trust her heart as much as she trusts Blair? And can he be more than just a friend? Perhaps the truth isn’t the only thing waiting to be found. less

She’s about to tackle everything he’s trying to hide.When unlucky-in-love Carys McTeague is offered the job of caring for an injured footballer, she goes for it even though it’s far removed from the world she’s used to.Scottish football hero Troy Copeland is at the centre of a media storm after a serious accident left him with career-threatening injuries and his fiancée dumped him for a teammate. With a little persuasion from Carys, he flees to the remote Isle of Mull to escape and recuperate... moreShe’s about to tackle everything he’s trying to hide.When unlucky-in-love Carys McTeague is offered the job of caring for an injured footballer, she goes for it even though it’s far removed from the world she’s used to.Scottish football hero Troy Copeland is at the centre of a media storm after a serious accident left him with career-threatening injuries and his fiancée dumped him for a teammate. With a little persuasion from Carys, he flees to the remote Isle of Mull to escape and recuperate.On Mull, Carys reconnects with someone unexpected from her past and starts to fall in love with the island – and Troy. But nothing lasts forever. Carys has been abandoned more than once and as soon as Troy’s recovered, he’ll leave like everyone else.Troy’s smitten by Carys but has a career to preserve. Will he realise he’s been chasing the wrong goal before he loses the love of his life? less

To find love, they need to dig deep.When kind-hearted archaeologist Rhona Lamond gets her precious research stolen, she returns home to the Isle of Mull, lost and frustrated. An island project that tugs at Rhona’s soul comes up, and she’s desperate to take it on. But there’s a major problem.Property developer Calum Matheson has a longstanding feud with the Lamond family... moreTo find love, they need to dig deep.When kind-hearted archaeologist Rhona Lamond gets her precious research stolen, she returns home to the Isle of Mull, lost and frustrated. An island project that tugs at Rhona’s soul comes up, and she’s desperate to take it on. But there’s a major problem.Property developer Calum Matheson has a longstanding feud with the Lamond family. After a plot of land he owns is discovered to be a site of historical importance, his plans are thrown into disarray and building work put on hold. Calum doesn’t think things can get any worse, until archaeologist Rhona turns up. Not only is she a Lamond, but she’s all grown up, and even stubbornly unromantic Calum can’t fail to notice her – or the effect she has on him.Their attraction ignites but how can they overcome years of hate between their families? Both must decide what’s more important, family or love. less

She can’t abide Christmas. He’s not sure what it’s all about. Together they’re in for a festive surprise.Ambitious software developer Holly may have a festive name but the connection ends there. She despises the holiday season and decides to flee to the remote island of Mull in a bid to escape from it.Syrian refugee Farid has made a new home in Scotland but he’s lonely. Understanding Nessie and Irn Bru is one thing, but when glittery reindeer and tinsel hit the shelves, he’s completely bemused... moreShe can’t abide Christmas. He’s not sure what it’s all about. Together they’re in for a festive surprise.Ambitious software developer Holly may have a festive name but the connection ends there. She despises the holiday season and decides to flee to the remote island of Mull in a bid to escape from it.Syrian refugee Farid has made a new home in Scotland but he’s lonely. Understanding Nessie and Irn Bru is one thing, but when glittery reindeer and tinsel hit the shelves, he’s completely bemused. Determined to understand a new culture, he asks his new neighbour to educate him on all things Christmas.When Holly reluctantly agrees, he realises there’s more to her hatred of mince pies and mulled wine than meets the eye. Farid makes it his mission to inject some joy into Hollys’ life but falling for her is an unexpected gift that was never on his list.As their attraction sparkles, can Christmas work its magic on Holly and Farid, or will their spark fizzle out with the end of December? less