The MacKai Brides Series by Rue Allyn

Is it destiny for these two to fall in love or are they fated to murder each other?Iver MacTavish believes in living life to the full, enjoying every moment. He fights, drinks, and swives with nary a thought to the consequences. Now that he's inherited the earldom, responsibility demands he wed. But a bride does not mean he need change his ways, especially not the quiet biddable young beauty he chose... moreIs it destiny for these two to fall in love or are they fated to murder each other?Iver MacTavish believes in living life to the full, enjoying every moment. He fights, drinks, and swives with nary a thought to the consequences. Now that he's inherited the earldom, responsibility demands he wed. But a bride does not mean he need change his ways, especially not the quiet biddable young beauty he chose. Because of a favor done for a neighboring baron, Iver selected his betrothed from among six of the seven beauties known as the MacKai Jewels. He considered himself quite clever in his choice.Brighde MacKai believes in living life according to God’s will. In her eyes Iver MacTavish is the worst sort of sinner. He'd chosen her shy, quiet sister Keeva as his bride, and Brighde could not let that happen. A man of MacTavish's appetites and temper would destroy Keeva within a week. Brighde prayed for guidance and now knows in her heart God wishes her to wed MacTavish in her sister's place.Will Brighde's strong faith reform MacTavish and make him into the sort of man who deserves to be wed to a MacKai Jewel. Or will Iver’s sinful seductions steal Brighde’s hope of heaven? less

Scottish Lady Keeva MacKai may be the worst thing that ever happened to English Lord Randal Du Grace. When these two determined enemies meet, are broken hearts guaranteed, or might the result be a love for the ages?She’s kidnapped!Keeva MacKai wakes in a strange English Castle with no idea how she got there. When she at last learns that her host is her brother-in-law, Lord Randal Du Grace, she is finally able to confront him about her kidnapping and keeping her isolated in her chambers... moreScottish Lady Keeva MacKai may be the worst thing that ever happened to English Lord Randal Du Grace. When these two determined enemies meet, are broken hearts guaranteed, or might the result be a love for the ages?She’s kidnapped!Keeva MacKai wakes in a strange English Castle with no idea how she got there. When she at last learns that her host is her brother-in-law, Lord Randal Du Grace, she is finally able to confront him about her kidnapping and keeping her isolated in her chambers. The confrontation results in her freedom to come and go as she pleases. However, she must do so under guard at all times. Still, her host continues to avoid her. How can she convince him to send her home if he won’t speak to her? How can she protect her heart, if she can’t tell him the truth?He’s dumbstruck!Lord Randal Du Grace is puzzled by the unexpected arrival of a sick unconscious woman who in her fever raves about his brother Simon. No message or note was sent with the woman and she cannot explain herself. After she recovers, she claims she is Lady Keeva MacKai, sister to the Du Grace brothers. Randal can only take things at face value until his brother returns home to explain how it was that Lady MacKai was sent to the Du Grace home. But Randal has a problem while he’s waiting. He finds Lady Keeva quite attractive. Thus, Randal shouldn’t be taking her at all, since he believes her promised to his brother. The only solution is to avoid her at all costs. He succeeds until she recovers her health, forces a confrontation, and tells Randal the unthinkable. less

Will deceit, lies and secrets cause lifelong sorrow…, or might love be victorious?Knight errant Dougal Aitken and Lady Maeve MacKai promise each other love and fidelity even though her brother banishes the knight from the MacKai demesne. Dougal is determined to prove himself worthy of Maeve’s love. He returns to Maeve, praying that his maturity, reputation and experience will convince her brother to permit them to marry... moreWill deceit, lies and secrets cause lifelong sorrow…, or might love be victorious?Knight errant Dougal Aitken and Lady Maeve MacKai promise each other love and fidelity even though her brother banishes the knight from the MacKai demesne. Dougal is determined to prove himself worthy of Maeve’s love. He returns to Maeve, praying that his maturity, reputation and experience will convince her brother to permit them to marry.But is Maeve still waiting for him?She’s only seen Dougal briefly over the years of their separation. Nonetheless, she hears of his prowess as a warrior, his leadership skills, and his reputation among noble ladies. Maeve tries to believe he remained true to their pledge as she did. When he returns, he is in the company of a beautiful, rich, unmarried lady.Is he lost to her forever?Misunderstandings, lies and trickery all work to destroy the love Maeve and Dougal share. Can they overcome falsehoods, distrust and betrayal to regain the love they once had, or will their love die on the altar of hidden greed and hatred?Find out, pre-order your copy of The Temptation of Dougal Aitken today. less