The Victorian Highlanders

Series · 6 books · 2017-2020

By Audrey Adair, Ellie St. Clair

Books in series

Hearts of Starlight

2017

She will have her freedom, no matter the cost… Victoria Brighton refuses to be a pawn played by her stepfather, who will stop at nothing to access her inheritance - including marrying her off to the cold and calculating Duke of Lansingberg. She escapes across the sea to the western prairies, unknowing what is ahead of her but intent that she will never again allow a man to dictate her future. He will honor his promises and hold his family together… Callum McDougall, future chieftan of the McDougall clan, is journeying to the North-West Territories to determine what has become of his missing cousin. Once his mission is complete, he will honor the family tradition and return to Scotland to lead his clan. Together in the new world, what will the future hold? Callum and Victoria fight their intense attraction to one another, as Callum must return to Scotland while Victoria vows to remain true to herself. Soon, however, they find themselves unlikely allies in their respective predicaments. With a future continents apart, will they succeed in denying their growing feelings for one another, or will love prevail? "Hearts of Starlight" is a historical romance novel of approximately 57,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

Finlay's Duty

2017

Kyla MacTavish seeks peace... Peace among her clan, with her family, and within herself. She always understood her path in life was marriage with Callum McDougall. When he marries another, however, his brother becomes her new groom. Finlay McDougall is stubborn, stoic, and stormy. How can she spend her life with such a man? Finlay McDougall has loved one woman his entire life... She, however, has always been promised to another. When she becomes his reality, he resolves to win her over and make her his wife in mind, body, and soul. But can he overcome his biggest obstacle—himself? Kyla and Finlay struggle to determine what the future will hold, with one another and for their clans. Will they find a way forward together, or let their differences keep them apart? For readers over 18 due to some steamy content. Note: Finlay's Duty was previously published as Promises of Sunlight and The Chieftain's Duty by Audrey Adair.

Adam's Call

2018

Adam McDougall wants nothing more than the life he has always known... He is content with his life in the Highlands. All he needs is his family, his home, and solitude to build his inventions. One thing he certainly does not need? Being taken from his work in order to lead the British hunting parties who take advantage of his beloved land. Rachel Trenton yearns to expand her horizons... The obedient daughter of a ruthless businessman, Rachel feels a calling to experience more of the world before settling down. She accompanies her father on a hunting trip to the Scottish Highlands, hoping to find adventure, but unprepared for all else that is awaiting her there. Despite their differences, they are pulled together... When Adam sets out to lead his next hunting party, the last thing he expects is a delicate Englishwoman who will only slow them down. His shock only increases when she stirs unexpected—and unwanted—emotions within him. Now he must decide whether he puts his trust in her—or in all he has ever known to be true. For readers 18+ due to some steamy content. Note: Adam’s Call was previously published as Treasures of the Wind and The Highlander’s Call by Audrey Adair.

Roderick's Purpose

2018

She’s a thief. He’s a man of the law. When he’s tasked to return her to the Highlands, sparks fly and an unexpected fire erupts. Roderick McDougall thought crossing the seas and becoming a law officer would fulfill the restlessness growing inside him. He was wrong. He now longs to return home to his beloved Highlands, but is too proud to admit to his father the error of his ways. Then one day he chases down a thief, and nothing will ever be the same again. For years, Gwen Malone has followed her father’s outlaw gang around the Prairies. It’s the only life she’s ever known, and yet she’s filled with an unknown restlessness. When she is captured by a rugged Highlander, she finds she has to fight to keep him from capturing her heart as well. When Roderick is assigned with the duty of returning Gwen and her father to Scotland, he wonders whether it will be the answer to all of his problems, or the beginning of an even bigger one. As they arrive in the Highlands, will their fiery attraction to one another lead to the love they never knew they needed, or will Gwen’s past force them apart? For readers over 18 due to some steamy content. Note: Roderick’s Purpose was previously published as Temptation of Fire and The Rebel’s Purpose by Audrey Adair.

Peggy's Love

2019

Peggy McDougall has watched her brothers experience adventure, find love, and achieve their dreams. As much as she loves her home on the Highlands, she searches to find her own destiny—while also avoiding the neighboring Rory MacTavish, with whom she was once infatuated. The son of the MacTavish chieftain, Rory knows he is a flawed man with past indiscretions that plague his reputation. He struggles to change, but when he begins to desire the sister of his closest friends and business partners, he knows he must stay away at all costs—for she is the one woman whose friendship is too valuable to risk. A journey to Glasgow brings Peggy and Rory ever closer together, despite Peggy’s fears that Rory will revert to his old ways. As much as they try to fight their growing attraction to one another, destiny seems to be telling them that, perhaps, they were meant for one another. They must only decide to accept their fate. For readers 18+ due to steamy scenes. Note: Peggy's Love was previously published as Destiny of Moonlight and The Lass' Love by Audrey Adair.

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Duncan's Christmas

2020

While the woman he captures that freezing winter night is not the woman he intended to nab, she just may be the one intended for him. Duncan McDougall lost his betrothed to another man—an English vicar, to add to the insult. Despite his hatred for London, he promises her father that he will travel to London and retrieve her. He just never counted on retrieving the wrong woman. Jane Campbell has always lived in the shadow of her older sister. When Mary implores Jane to leave her home in the Highlands to help her sister through her difficult pregnancy, Jane sees no choice but to agree—until, one night, she is mistaken for her sister, and finds herself stolen away in the arms of a man who doesn’t even remember meeting her. Duncan refuses to leave London without both Campbell women, while Jane has no intentions of leaving her sister. They have no choice but to spend Christmas in London, where they discover a new season—and a new love. For readers over 18 due to some steamy content. Duncan's Christmas was first published in the anthology, Have Yourself a Merry Little Scandal

Authors

Audrey Adair

Author · 7 books

Audrey Adair spent her childhood reading through the various sections at the library, and her love for books has continued throughout her life. She has read every book by Julie Garwood, Mary Balogh, and Julia Quinn! She studied English and History in college before completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism. She wrote feature magazine articles and non-fiction books before discovering her true love of writing historical romance. She has a soft spot for the rough and tumble men of history—the pirates, the rakes, and most especially the Highlanders, and loves the power of a strong woman. Audrey finds intrigue and romance in every time period, from the ancient Egyptians to 20th century pioneers. Audrey loves to connect with her readers! She loves to receive email from readers at audrey@prairielilypress.com. If you'd like to receive the latest news on Audrey's releases, be part of giveaways and other content, sign up for her newsletter at http://www.prairielilypress.com/audre.... You can also connect with her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/audreyadaira....

Ellie St. Clair

Author · 46 books

Ellie has always loved reading, writing, and history. For many years she has written short stories, non-fiction, and has worked on her true love and passion—romance novels. In every era there is the chance for romance, and Ellie enjoys exploring many different time periods, cultures, and geographic locations. No matter when or where, love can always prevail. She has a particular soft spot for the bad boys of history, and loves a strong heroine in her stories. The lake is Ellie’s happy place, and when she’s not writing, she is spending time with her son, her Husky/Border Collie cross, and her own dashing duke. She loves reading—of course—as well as running, biking, and summers at the lake. Ellie loves hearing from her readers! Email her at ellie@prairielilypress.com. Contact her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/elliestclair, and sign up for her mailing list at http://www.prairielilypress.com/ellie....