Alex MacLeod's virile physique, fearsome reputation, and renowned fighting skills have helped him master to perfection the role of a hardened mercenary. On a secret mission to protect his clan, he must keep his true purpose well hidden. But his dangerous endeavor is threatened by a beautiful woman he saves from outlaws, never dreaming she will appear at court and put his plans in jeopardy.Meg Mackinnon needs a strong husband by her side to defend her clan's holdings, but her search has been hampered by burning fantasies of the midnight rescuer whose smoldering blue eyes and raw sensuality left her breathless. Alex pretends to be a mercenary with no loyalties, yet he is clearly much more. As Meg challenges Alex to reveal all his secrets, the stakes grow perilously high, especially for the bold woman who dares to unmask a highlander.
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"I love Monica McCarty and all her highlander stories and this one is no exception. I actually give it 4.5 stars. Alex MacLeod is everything that a highland warrior should be, strong, fierce and yet he has a warmth to him. We first met him in the first in this series about his brother Rory. In this one, he saves Meg MacKinnon while she is on her journey to court in order to find a husband. She is a strong, intelligent woman and for the most part I like her character. But occasionally she just annoys the heck out of me. There is alot of political intrigue in this story and the historical detail is wonderful. This is one of the things I most enjoy about MM's books. The love story between Alex and Meg is very strong and well developed. Loved the book and can't wait for the next." — Leslie (4 out of 5 stars)
"I love Monica McCarty and all her highlander stories and this one is no exception. I actually give it 4.5 stars. Alex MacLeod is everything that a highland warrior should be, strong, fierce and yet he has a warmth to him. We first met him in the first in this series about his brother Rory. In this one, he saves Meg MacKinnon while she is on her journey to court in order to find a husband. She is a strong, intelligent woman and for the most part I like her character. But occasionally she just annoys the heck out of me. There is alot of political intrigue in this story and the historical detail is wonderful. This is one of the things I most enjoy about MM's books. The love story between Alex and Meg is very strong and well developed. Loved the book and can't wait for the next."
“[McCarty] brilliantly incorporates exciting historical events and personages into a sizzling love story complete with multifaceted characters and a compelling plot.”
[McCarty] brilliantly incorporates exciting historical events and personages into a sizzling love story complete with multifaceted characters and a compelling plot.
" Though I have given it 3 stars I would like to give it 3 1/2. The characters were good well developed and likable. My problem was the way it was written. I prefer to read the Gaelic language and then I know I'm in another land. Just putting in "Lass" doesn't do it for me. My other problem was with the heroine that kept getting in the way and the plot was too easy to figure out. On a good note I do want to read the next in the series. "
" such a great series! loved the characters in this one. can't wait to read the next! "
" Monica's books are just so fantastic and I highly recommend anyone not familiar with Monica's highlanders to read every book she's written. Best to read in order for continuity and to get the best reading experience. "
" Monica McCarty writes wonderful early Scottish romance adventures. "
" Is that I like the way Monica writes, I like her plots, & she makes them sexy & gives Details. I am keeping this book to read later. "
" oh Alex....how yummy art thou "
" This was a pretty good series. The characters are likable even with their faults. Though I'm getting a little annoyed that the heroines always have to be so perfect and beautiful. This series they also all seemed to have big breasts. ::sigh:: "
" Eh. It was predictable and just okay. Read if you really like Highlander romance. "
" I read this book about a year ago and I very much enjoyed. I would recommend this book The whole series was awesome. "
" Book moved a little too slow for my tastes. "
" I really enjoyed this book. "
" the girl, i hate the girl because --> PAKIALAMERA, too curious in everything. "
" I loved it a lot. I cannot wait to see what the author has in store for the next book in the series. "
" really enjoyed it!!! awesome series! "
" Good, but first one was way better "
Monica McCarty is the New York Times bestselling author of the Highlander trilogy and the Campbell trilogy. After a short but enjoyable stint as an attorney, she realized that her career as a lawyer set against her husband’s transitory life as a professional baseball player was not exactly a match made in heaven. So she traded in her legal briefs for Scottish historical romances with sexy alpha heroes. She lives in the San Francisco Bay area with her husband and their two children.
Antony Ferguson, Earphones Award–winning narrator, was born in London. He has performed successfully on both sides of the Atlantic and has played many leading roles in theater, film, and television.
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