Senara becomes a lady's maid at Castle of Park to help ease the financial burden of her beloved family. She does not expect to have such a wicked mistress any more than she expects to find a handsome laird...or a ghost with a burning need for retribution. Gavin vowed on his father’s death bed to watch over his aunt, and regrets it every day. Especially when her new maid arrives. The woman is extraordinarily fascinating, which not only stirs his interest, but also his aunt’s ire. Can he protect Senara from his aunt? Even more important, can he keep himself from giving in to his longing for the country lass? \\Note for readers - this novella was in the following anthologies: Once Upon a Haunted Castle Romantic Legends

An unconventional woman… Freya Campbell is madam to the famed Edinburgh bawdy house, Molly’s. Running the establishment not only enables her to help war widows and aid soldiers, but the income it generates affords her family a good life and safety in times that are both uncertain and dangerous. An honorable man… Ewan Fraser is a man shamed by his father’s transgressions. In an effort to salvage his legacy and name, he has earned his way as a Captain in the Black Watch, England’s Scottish regiment. When war turns the days dark and dismal, he begins to fear for his mother and will stop at nothing to ensure she remains safe. A love that knows no bounds… With the England tightening its hold on Scotland and both their families threatened, can Ewan and Freya work together to save them and can two unlikely lovers find happiness in a world with seemingly no future? \\\novella was previously in the Historical Hellions and Lords of Love anthologies\\\

A STRONG HIGHLAND LAIRD The fate of his Highland clan rests on Laird Evander Mackenzie’s shoulders. The long winter killed his crops, and now the threat of famine looms over the land. To keep his people from starving, Evander needs funds—and he needs them fast. When an English earl offers him an exorbitant dowry to marry the man’s daughter, Evander thinks he’s found the perfect solution. There’s only one his new bride won’t go back to his castle without a fight. NEEDS A WOMAN WHO CAN’T BE TAMED. Feisty Lady Diana Stuart is determined to win her independence. Because of her refusal to marry, her father has imprisoned and abandoned her. Still Diana refuses to admit defeat, and she plots an escape to a cave steeped in local lore. But there, Diana meets another man determined to control her Evander. Though Evander manages to capture her, Diana refuses to go meekly. Evander is drawn to Diana’s unconquerable spirit, but her secrets may lead to their undoing. In a world filled with death and heartbreak, is it fate or legend that will hold them together?

THE PROTECTOR Cassandra Thomas is the youngest born daughter in a line of powerful woman, destined to have a great gift. Just as she is giving up hope on ever receiving her powers, a mark appears on her hip and her purpose looms on the horizon. But she is not the only one seeking the stone to protect Scotland, as a mysterious dark-haired man is as determined to get at it, one who is strong, sinfully handsome and arouses many wicked longings. THE UNDEFEATED Sir Fergus the Undefeated is desperate to save his son. In order to do so, he must bring the Heart of Scotland to the King, as well as its Protector. But no amount of training could prepare Fergus for the woman he is up against or the passion she reawakens within him. THE CHOICE Cassandra and Fergus work together in hopes to succeed in protecting Scotland and reuniting Fergus with his son. But when the power of the stone beckons, will their love be strong enough to banish the evil or will betrayal tear them apart? ——— Previously released as CASSANDRA in the LADIES OF THE STONE anthology