Will an arranged marriage destroy all she holds dear? Or bring her love she never expected? With Laird Macrory on his deathbed and his son missing on the battlefields of France, Ranald Scott is sent by King Robert II to guard Scaurness Castle. If the son cannot be found before the old laird dies, Ranald will take over the clan—and marry Laird Macrory’s headstrong daughter. Lady Caitriona sees no reason she cannot rule the clan in her brother’s stead. Bitter disappointment with the king’s decree turns to panic when she realizes she is part of the bargain. She’s not been entirely truthful with Ranald, and a word from him could destroy her world. What will happen when Ranald discovers the secret Riona protects? Will he act on her worst fears and destroy the fragile bond between them? Or will his loyalty offer her the happiness she deserves? The Highlander’s Reluctant Bride is the fast-paced love story of a woman with a secret past and the man who will stop at nothing to win her heart. If you like pirates, intrigue, and a plot with enough twists to keep you reading long after bedtime, you’ll love this heart-warming, edge-of-your-seat romance.