The Kinross Family Sagas Series by Christina Courtenay

The passionate story of a feisty merchant’s daughter fighting for her freedom and a striking Scottish rogue determined to prove his worth.Fiercely independent Jessamijn van Sandt dreams of breaking free from her gilded cage. Trapped under her stepfather's oppressive control, he chases away potential suitors to keep her unwed and under his thumb.When she meets Killian Kinross — a roguish and strikingly handsome Scotsman with abundant charm — Jess finds herself intrigued and infuriated by him... moreThe passionate story of a feisty merchant’s daughter fighting for her freedom and a striking Scottish rogue determined to prove his worth.Fiercely independent Jessamijn van Sandt dreams of breaking free from her gilded cage. Trapped under her stepfather's oppressive control, he chases away potential suitors to keep her unwed and under his thumb.When she meets Killian Kinross — a roguish and strikingly handsome Scotsman with abundant charm — Jess finds herself intrigued and infuriated by him. And the feeling is mutual for Killian.With nothing to his name but a battered ship won through a game of chance and a fierce determination to rebuild his life, Killian has been banished by his estranged but powerful grandfather.Drawn together by their shared misfortune, Jess proposes a marriage of convenience. First she must follow Killian as he sets sail on a daring voyage to the Far East to make his fortune.But this is a treacherous path filled with scheming rivals and the unpredictable tides of fortune. And, as their initial intrigue soon turns into a fiery attraction, Jess and Killian are plunged into uncharted territory.Grappling with the passionate love she feels for a man she must learn to trust, the winds of fate pull Jess in a new direction, where she will have to fight for what her heart truly desires . . .Woven with rich historical detail, from the windswept Scottish Highlands to the bustling harbours of Sweden, this sweeping historical romance of love, betrayal and daring self-discovery is perfect for fans of Poldark, Outlander, Tracy Rees, Victoria Cornwall, Susie Murphy or Jessie Burton.FINALIST FOR THE ROMANTIC NOVELISTS’ ASSOCIATION’S PURE PASSION AWARD FOR BEST HISTORICAL FICTION.Praise for Trade Winds:‘A lush setting, vivid characters and a wonderful romance make this a delicious treat!’ Nicola Cornick, bestselling historical romance author‘Courtenay has created a well-researched background for the romance . . . It's a good book to snuggle up inside with.’ News of the World ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I made the mistake of starting this at bedtime. Before I knew it, it was 3 in the morning! A very unputdownable book indeed.’ Val C.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Delightful escapism.’ DeeDee⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Stayed with me for ages after reading it.’ Gillian⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It transports you to another world.’ Katriona M.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘BE PREPARED TO READ IN ONE SITTING, THIS IS A HISTORICAL ROMANCE YOU WON'T WANT TO PUT DOWN UNTIL THE END!!!’ Bookworm⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This has everything anyone could want in a romantic novel.’ Mary S.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I felt as if I were right in the book. Magical.’ The Enchanted Book Reader less

Amidst the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands, a courageous young housekeeper and a lost laird fight to reclaim their homeland . . . and heal their hearts.As housekeeper at Rosyth House, Marsaili Buchanan is no stranger to hardship. But her fierce will doesn’t protect her from the lecherous advances of the estate manager, Colin Seton.Branded a traitor by the crown, Brice Kinross, laird and chief of clan Kinross, hasn’t set foot in Scotland since the Jacobite rebellion... moreAmidst the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands, a courageous young housekeeper and a lost laird fight to reclaim their homeland . . . and heal their hearts.As housekeeper at Rosyth House, Marsaili Buchanan is no stranger to hardship. But her fierce will doesn’t protect her from the lecherous advances of the estate manager, Colin Seton.Branded a traitor by the crown, Brice Kinross, laird and chief of clan Kinross, hasn’t set foot in Scotland since the Jacobite rebellion. He’s returning to his beloved homeland under an unassumed name to avoid capture and regain his Rosyth House.But the once thriving estate is in tatters, bleeding money. And his heart is still broken from the betrayal of the woman he planned to marry. Love is the last thing on his mind.Until he meets and is captivated by the estate’s beautiful and sharp-tongued housekeeper.Marsaili is drawn to this striking and mysterious stranger. But she guards her secrets and her heart like a fortress. It seems Brice could be the storm that threatens to tear them down.As Marsaili and Brice battle their growing passion, danger from within threatens everything as Seton reveals himself to be more dangerous than they ever could have imagined. Now they must find the strength to fight the forces that seek to destroy them and save Rosyth . . . And each other.Woven with rich historical detail, passion and peril collide in this sweeping romance of love, loyalty and redemption in enchanting Scotland. Perfect for fans of Poldark, Outlander, Daphne Du Maurier’s Frenchman’s Creek, Tracy Rees, Victoria Cornwall or Susie Murphy.WINNER OF THE HISTORICAL ROMANTIC NOVEL OF THE YEAR AWARD.Praise for Highland Storms:‘Passionate and engaging, with some amazingly evocative descriptions of the rugged Highlands. A great winter read.’ Star Magazine ‘Romance with a capital R.’ The Bookbag ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Some years ago I read Diana Gabaldon's Cross Stitch, and since then I've been searching for an equally well-researched historical novel set in the Scottish Highlands. Highland Storms has the same ingredients . . . I could almost smell the heather, feel the cool waters of the loch on my skin.’ H. Gyland⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I don't know how this woman does it . . . One fabulous historical romance after another.’ Tara C.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a treat this book was for a reader such as me who loves fiery, passionate, realistic historical fiction that gives a real sense of the era in which it is set.’ Hannah F.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Just wonderful.’ Eneida⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The characters jumped off the page and into my heart. It's a delicious escape.’ Ellizabeth F.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An engrossing read, beautiful writing.’ Liz W.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absorbing.’ Amazon Customer less