At the Highlander's Mercy


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Captive of the clan To regain control of his fractured clan Robert Matheson must take Lilidh MacLerie hostage as a bargaining tool. But Lilidh is no ordinary captive. She's the woman he once loved--and rejected Rob's touch is etched permanently into her memory and, unaware that he was forced to repudiate their love, Lilidh has never forgotten the man who broke her heart all those years ago. Now, looking into the eyes of her captor, she no longer recognizes this fearsome leader. She should be afraid--there's no telling what he will do. But something about him excites and unnerves her in equal measure....







Highlander


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Acclaimed historian Tim Newark tells the story of the Highlanders through the words of the soldiers themselves, from diaries, letters, and journals uncovered from archives in Scotland and around the world. At the Battle of Quebec in 1759, only a few years after their defeat at Culloden, the 78th Highlanders faced down the French guns and turned the battle. At Waterloo, High- landers memorably fought alongside the Scots Greys against Napoleon’s feared Old Guard. In the Crimea, the thin red line stood firm against the charging Russian Hussars and saved the day at Balaclava. Yet this story is also one of betrayal. At Quebec, General Wolfe remarked that, despite the Highlanders’ courage, it was “no great mischief if they fall.” At Dunkirk in May 1940, the 51st Regiment was left to defend the SOE evacuation at St Valery; though following D-Day, the Highlanders were at the forefront of the fighting through France. It is all history, now: Over the last decade the historic regiments have been dismantled, despite widespread protest. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.




Enchanted by the Highlander


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Enchanted by the Highlander is the fourth book in a charming and enchanting Scottish series that reimagines fairytales by Lecia Cornwall. Gillian MacLeod is shy and quiet, the least likely of all her sisters to seek out excitement and adventure. But on a moonlit night at a masquerade ball, Gillian steals a kiss from a mysterious stranger, knowing she’ll never see him again. John Erly, disowned by his noble English father, started a new life in Scotland. Most people are suspicious of the foreign mercenary and he does everything is his power to avoid romantic entanglements. But he can’t forget the bewitching beauty who kissed him in the dark, and stole his heart, even though he has no idea who she might be. A year later, John is given the duty of escorting Gillian to her wedding and immediately recognizes her as the temptress he’s dreamed of for months. There’s not much he can do when she's promised to another man, but fate intervenes and this time, passion—and adventure—can’t be denied. Honor demands he stay away from the MacLeod’s enchanting daughter, but love has a very different ending in mind...




The Story of the Highland Regiments


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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Story of the Highland Regiments" by Frederick Watson. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.




Much Ado About Highlanders


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In the heart of Scotland, this Highlander is about to meet his match in a breathtaking romance from USA Today Bestseller May McGoldrick. Alexander Macpherson has lost track of his wife. When he agreed to take Kenna Mackay as his bride to advance his clan’s power in the north, he expected a bit of an adjustment. He didn't expect the sharp-tongued beauty to run away on their wedding night. Still, Alexander wants his runaway bride…and he has a sneaking suspicion that she wants him, too. Kenna Mackay thought she was safe in a priory full of nuns, learning the craft of healing. But when she is kidnapped by her own husband, the battle of wits begins anew. Then, even as passions ignite, a deadly secret from Kenna's past rises to the surface and puts their new love in jeopardy. As a heartless villain closes in, the two headstrong lovers find themselves locked in a struggle between evil and the power of undying love. And this time, Alexander is determined not to lose his wife again. "FANS OF SCOTTISH ROMANCES ARE SURE TO ENJOY THIS WITTY AND WINSOME TREAT." - LIBRARY JOURNAL ★★★★★ “Awesome! You cannot help falling in love with the characters and feeling all of their emotions as if they were you. This story sucks you in and I couldn't put it down until the end.” ★★★★★ “Unique. I enjoyed the quick banter back and forth. Oh, how I loved the setup at the beginning – wow, didn't see that coming at all!! Great storytelling! .... Very passionate lovemaking ... not vulgar ... you could feel the love.” ★★★★★ “Feisty characters & dialog, plot surprises, true romance! .... Marvelous, verbal jousting in addition to their harrowing adventures.” ★★★★★ “Awesome story! Great first book in this new series! The love story between Kenna and Alexander was just hilarious. Those two were arguing one minute and making passionate love the next ... Loved the relationship between the Macpherson brothers. It was also nice to revisit some old characters like Fiona and Alexander. This book is full of action and intrigue!” ~~~~~ Keywords: Historical romance, alpha male, Earl hero, strong heroine, Medieval romance, Highland Romance, happily ever after, HEA, Enemies to lovers, Scottish / English alpha male hero, Highlander, romance, historical fiction, past, action adventure, action, adventure, mystery, series, female protagonist, protector, secret identity, secret love child, novel, secrets, suspense, strong heroine, no cliffhangers, British Isles, clans, earl nobility romance, mystery, danger, survivor, HEA, family saga, POC characters, happily ever after, romantic novels, romantic books, enemies to lovers. ~~~~~ If you enjoyed Belle or Bridgerton you’ll want to try this USA Today bestselling, series-starting romance novel. Great for fans of Grace Burrowes, Julia Quinn, Julie Garwood, Mary Balogh, Christi Caldwell, Julie Johnstone, Scarlett Scott, Amalie Howard, Sarah MacLean, Lisa Kleypas, Sabrina Jeffries, Eloisa James, Sophie Jordan, Grace Callaway, Tessa Dare, Erica Ridley, Mary Jo Putney, Kelly Bowen, Glynnis Campbell, Amanda Scott, Lynsay Sands, Elisa Braden, Tanya Anne Crosby, Kerrigan Byrne, Maeve Greyson, Tessa Candle, Chloe Flowers, Lucy Langton, Alexa Aston, Suzanne Enoch, Susan King, Claire Delacroix, Amy Jarecki, Maddison Michaels, Vanessa Kelly, Darcy Burke, Jess Michaels, Madeline Hunter, Philippa Gregory, or Kate Bateman.







The Highlander's Prize


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"Dramatic and vivid...Scorching love scenes threaten to set the sheets aflame."—Publishers Weekly Starred Review In 15th century Scotland Clarissa of York is sent to be the king's mistress and produce an heir. She is a bastard of the English King, her royal blood is highly coveted, and she has never needed a miracle more. But the brusque Highland laird who kidnaps her is a bit too rough to be considered divine intervention. With rival lairds determined to steal Clarrisa from him and royal henchmen searching for her all over the Highlands, Laird Broen MacNicols has a mess on his hands. Though he stole Clarissa for political reasons, there's a magnetic attraction between them, and his betrothal to another is just one of the things standing in their way. But even an independent–minded lady like Clarissa knows that a Highlander always claims his prize... A romantic tale of the Scottish highlands, readers of Lora Leigh, Connie Brockway and Amanda Scott will be hoping for their own Scottish Laird. The Sutherlands Scottish Highlander series: The Highlander's Prize, Book #1 The Trouble With Highlanders, Book #2 How To Handle A Highlander, Book #3 The Highlander's Bride Trouble, Book #4 What readers are saying about The Highlander's Prize: "FORBIDDEN LOVE in an era when marriages were arranged for the sole purpose of increasing power. Great read..." "I compare other books to it...still trying to find one that measures up!" "a SEXY ROMANCE with indepth characters and story" "Characters you will love interlaced with smoldering sensuality and quick paced dialog" "plenty of humor, adventure, romance, and history." "Sexy Highlanders, dangerous plots and a feisty heroine" "This book is full of SWEET AND SPICY confrontations between the hero and heroine." "A fast paced, action filled story of love, romance, trickery, treachery, with a complex plot, Scottish and English alliances" What reviewers are saying about The Highlander's Prize: "Fiery passion as elemental, raw, and beautiful as the Scottish Highlands." —Long and Short Reviews "[The characters] fight just as passionately as they love while intrigue abounds and readers turn the pages faster and faster!" —RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars " an exciting and romantic adventure about a fantastic couple and their impossible love."—Romance Reviews "Highlander's Prize is another Mary Wine historical for the book shelf-a keeper to be enjoyed more than once."—Long and Short Reviews




The Highland Scots of North Carolina, 1732-1776


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Meyer addresses himself principally to two questions. Why did many thousands of Scottish Highlanders emigrate to America in the eighteenth century, and why did the majority of them rally to the defense of the Crown. . . . Offers the most complete and intelligent analysis of them that has so far appeared.--William and Mary Quarterly Using a variety of original sources -- official papers, travel documents, diaries, and newspapers -- Duane Meyer presents an impressively complete reconstruction of the settlement of the Highlanders in North Carolina. He examines their motives for migration, their life in America, and their curious political allegiance to George III.




Highlanders


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Rebellion was recurrent in the Highlands because the Gaels (Scoti) were an often-oppressed indigenous minority in the nation, Scotland, to which they gave their name. They spoke a language, Gaelic, few outsiders would learn, and had their own family and social system, the clans. Warfare was bloody, culminating in the catastrophe of Culloden Moor during the doomed quest to restore the Stuart kingship to all of Britain. Economic hardship, including the near-genocidal Clearances, in which tenant farmers were replaced with sheep, drove the Gaels from the glens and islands, so that most today live in the diaspora, including millions in North America. Although the Gaels lack a single genetic identity, they clearly draw from distinct roots in the Irish, Norse and Picts. Despite their hardship, the Gaels are also presented in romantic portrayals by the artistic elite of other nations. This book offers ways in which the reader might find roots and ancestry in unfamiliar terrain. Chapters discuss the landscape and language of the Highlanders, the rise of clans, feuds and invasions, and eventual emigration.