Historical Romance
Date Published: December 7, 2016
Publisher: Soul Mate Publishing
A FAMILY FOR CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS IN THE HIGHLANDS, BOOK ONE
Laird Malcolm Sutherland needs a bride. He has few requirements of his new wife; demands he should have insisted with his former betrothed—namely, honesty, loyalty, and resources.
Lady Rossalyn Gordon will do anything to be rid of her tyrant father, even if that means deceiving the man who offers her an escape. If revealed, those secrets will either bring her mercy, or thrust her back into the hands of the devil who sired her.
When Rossalyn’s bastard of a father arrives at Sutherland Keep, going back on his word and ordering her return, Malcolm must decide if he can forgive his wife enough to listen to his heart and have a family for Christmas.
Excerpt:
“I want to woo a wife.”
Brae tipped her head back and
laughed. “You’ll not be needing my help with that, lad. Why, I could go in the
kitchen and announce you’re looking for a wife and the lasses would run me down
trying to get to you.”
He chuckled, relaxed in his chair,
and crossed his arms over his chest. “I want to woo Fiona.”
Abruptly, Brae sobered and then
her eyes widened. “Fiona,” she exclaimed with wonder and a bit of surprise.
“Are you certain, lad?”
He grinned. Fiona had earned her
contrary reputation honestly. “Aye.”
“Well.” That single word held a
heavy dose of skepticism. “‘Twill be tricky. She’s hurting and not likely to
receive your attention. She’ll refuse you if you push her.”
Aye. Fiona was an independent
woman, but with a vulnerability about her and something painful in her gaze
that resulted from more than Mal’s so-called betrayal. Cam had witnessed it too
many times. When those green eyes turned sad, it broke his heart. For her soul
was strong and if sadness lingered, ‘twas a grievous wound within her.
“Lad, you’ll have to go slowly.”
A quick smile flashed on Brae’s aged face. “Little things. Things a lass such
as Fiona would appreciate. Nothing obvious.”
Aye, from what he knew of Fiona,
she wouldn’t want a gift-giving swain made public. “Could you send a meal to
her chamber as a courtesy?”
Brae’s smile forced her wrinkles
to crease around her eyes. “For certain, Cam. ‘Tis a kind gesture.” She patted
his arm and relayed his desire to one of the kitchen lasses.
His wooing would need to be
quick, for if Fiona discovered his plan she’d fight him and the desire he kenned she’d have for him if she just gave him a
chance.
Aye, he’d court her, gently but
swiftly, for he’d only a fortnight.
And she’d be his by Christmas.
HIS BY CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS IN THE HIGHLANDS, BOOK TWO
Fiona Sutherland longs for love with the man she has pined after since she was a lass. When he weds another she is devastated, and questions why the man she pledged her heart to has forsaken a vow made in their youth. Could loving her be so hard?
Cameron Munro adores Fiona from afar, knowing her heart has been set on another. She is everything he desires—strong, loyal, and fiery in spirit.
Determined, he pledges to prove his love to her and win Fiona’s heart by Christmas.
About the Author
Madelyn Hill has always loved the written word. From the time she could read and all through her school years, she'd sneak books into her textbooks during school. And she devoured books daily. At the age of 10 she proclaimed she wanted to be a writer. After being a "closet" writer for several years, she sent her manuscripts out there and is now published with Soul Mate Publishing. And she couldn't be happier!
A resident of Western New York, she moved from one Rochester to another Rochester to be with the love of her life. They are busy with their 3 children and a puppy named Cannoli! They love to cook, go to the movies, and hang out with friends.
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