The Highlander's Pirate Lass (The Brothers of Wolf Isle #2) by Heather McCollum. Historical Romance Release & ARC Review.

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Eliza Wentworth is no lady. After the notorious pirate Jandeau murdered her family, she vowed to spend the rest of her life at sea, saving others. She’d rather be firing cannons than embroidering pillows—or worse, bowing to the demands of a husband. But when she’s stranded on an island off the coast of Scotland, now she is the one in need of help. And, annoyingly, that help comes not only from a man, but a man she struggles to resist.

Highlander Beck Macquarie has never met a woman like Eliza. He hasn’t met many women, period, thanks to the blasted curse set upon Wolf Isle decades ago. To save the clan, he needs a wife and bairns, and rough-around-the edges Eliza is anything but wife material. She has no intention of staying once she’s able to set sail again. He should let her go. But the desire between them is impossible to ignore.

When she asks Beck to teach her the ways of the bedroom while she bides her time on his island, he can’t say no. As they learn more about each other, though, past trauma and secrets resurface. Now, Eliza must choose between the freedom and comfort of the only life she’s ever known and sacrificing it all to save the people she loves…including Beck.

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Beck Macquarie and his brothers are trying to save their Clan.  It had a curse laid on it years ago,  but now they believe they've found a way to break it. 

While out on his new ship they find women and children marooned on a nearby small island. 

Eliza Wentworth has had a very difficult life.  The man who rescued her from a terrible fate and has treated her as his daughter left her to protect the children while he fights an evil pirate. 

This historical romance has a combination of Highlanders, Pirates and lots of excitement. There are sea battles and surprises galore.  The characters are not what you might expect from the era.  

This is part of a series that I will definitely be reading more of,  but you could read it on it's own.  

I loved it. 

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Heather McCollum is an award winning, historical and YA paranormal romance writer. She earned her B.A. in Biology, much to her English professor’s dismay, and was a 2009 Golden Heart Finalist.When she is not picking her teen’s brain for authentic attitude for her YA books and finding time to write, she is usually found educating women on ovarian cancer symptoms. Ms. McCollum has recently slayed the cancer beast and resides with her very own hero and 3 kids in the wilds of suburbia on the mid-Atlantic coast.

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Highland Warrior (Sons of Sinclair #2) by Heather McCollum. Historical Romance Release & ARC Review.

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Joshua Sinclair was once the fiercest and most notorious warrior of the mighty Sinclair clan of Northern Scotland. But now there’s nothing and no one that can make him take up arms again. Except a beautiful woman, it seems.

When Kára Flett, daughter of a fallen Norse chief, finds herself unexpectedly sheltering the strongest, most brutal warrior in the land, she throws together a risky and outrageous plan to bring him to her side. Threats of violence bounce right off him. Offers of gold seem to entice him even less. Desperate enough to use the pleas of the village children to sway him, she’s shocked when he’s completely unmoved. There’s only one tactic left for her: seduction.

Her hasty proposition falls completely by the wayside, though, as she and the Highlander come together in a carnal inferno. But bringing him into her life also brings his enemies to her clan’s doorstep—the very clan Kára is trying to protect. And as their feelings deepen, Joshua will have to decide between duty and love once and for all.

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Joshua Sinclair,  known far and wide as the Horseman of War is using his expertise to teach Lord Robert Stuart's men.  It doesn't take long for him to decide it's not a job he enjoys.  He just cannot like or respect a man who treats people the way Robert does.  On his way home he learns who Lord Robert's enemies really are. 

Kara Flett has been thrust into the leadership role because of the capture of the previous one.  So many of her small community of Viking descendants have been killed or captured,  that there is very little chance of survival. They desperately need help and she will do anything to get it. 

A great story filled with truly heroic characters and lots of action. 

You can feel the desperation and frustration pour from the pages.  You will not guess how it will end. 

It is part of a series following all four of the Horsemen,  but each book can be read on it's own.  Be warned once you read one you will want to read all of them.  

Very exciting, I loved it.  

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Heather McCollum is an award winning, historical and YA paranormal romance writer. She earned her B.A. in Biology, much to her English professor’s dismay, and was a 2009 Golden Heart Finalist.When she is not picking her teen’s brain for authentic attitude for her YA books and finding time to write, she is usually found educating women on ovarian cancer symptoms. Ms. McCollum has recently slayed the cancer beast and resides with her very own hero and 3 kids in the wilds of suburbia on the mid-Atlantic coast.

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The Highlander's Unexpected Proposal (The Brothers of Wolf Isle #1) by Heather McCollum. Historical Romance Release & ARC Review.

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A lass begging to marry him might top the list of “oddest things to happen,” but Chief Adam Macquarie is desperate. And no matter how much he hates to do it, he’s not above lying to get what he wants. Starting with the fact that he just omitted the truth about the situation back at his home—where there are no women and only a handful of other people. Because he has a secret need for a wife himself, one she won’t be too happy about when she finds out.

Lark Montgomerie is thrilled the brawny chief agrees to save her from her drunken father’s machinations of wedding her off to the first fool that agrees. He’s easy on the eyes and no one can be worse than her current options. Now a new life awaits her, on an exciting Scottish isle no less, and nothing will dampen her spirits. That is, until she arrives in her new homeland and realizes more than a few things are amiss…

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Chief Adam Macquarie is desperate to find brides for him and his brothers.  He promised his father they would rebuild their clan.  The beltane festival looks like a good place to start.  Maybe they should not tell the ladies about their home just yet.  

Lark Montgomerie cannot return home after this festival,  home is not a safe place.  She needs to find a husband before her father sells her off. 

Secrets can be dangerous,  especially when they are revealed but sometimes honesty can be as bad.  

A cursed island, desperate families and enemies, all add to the excitement.  A big sexy hero and a brave and capable heroine. All the characters are great fun and I can't wait to read the rest of the series.  The brothers are all very different.  

I loved it.  

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Heather McCollum is an award winning, historical and YA paranormal romance writer. She earned her B.A. in Biology, much to her English professor’s dismay, and was a 2009 Golden Heart Finalist.When she is not picking her teen’s brain for authentic attitude for her YA books and finding time to write, she is usually found educating women on ovarian cancer symptoms. Ms. McCollum has recently slayed the cancer beast and resides with her very own hero and 3 kids in the wilds of suburbia on the mid-Atlantic coast.

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Highland Conquest (Sons of Sinclair #1) by Heather McCollum. Historical Romance Release & ARC Review.

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Cain Sinclair has a plan. In order to finally bring peace to his clan, he will wed the young female chief of their greatest enemy. Only problem: capturing her and forcing her back to Sinclair castle doesn’t exactly make her want to say yes. Ella Sutherland may be clever, passionate, and shockingly beautiful, but what she isn’t is willing.

Every attempt Cain makes to woo her seems to backfire on him. A gift? The kitten practically claws his eyes out. A competitive game of chess? Even when he wins, he loses. It seems the only time the two ever see eye to eye is when they’re heating up Cain’s bed. Still, the only thing Ella truly wants is the one thing he cannot offer her: freedom.

But when Cain discovers she’s been harboring a secret—one that could threaten both clans’ very existence—he’ll have to decide between peace for the Sinclairs or the woman who’s captured his heart. 

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Cain Sinclair and his brothers have been brought up to terrorize the clans that their father wanted to conquer.  They are all exceptional Warriors.  Each one has his own cavalry and a reputation as one of the four horsemen  sent by God.  It's Cain's task to lead them to victory.  The latest battle will see some major changes to Clan Sinclair and their enemies.

Ella Sutherland has lead her clan since the death of her father.  She is no ordinary woman of her time,  she's an excellent horsewoman and Archer.  Her archers will have a huge impact in this battle.  

Our main protagonists in this, the first book in the series are both strong and brave.  Our heroine also has a big secret that means life and death for her and someone else.  Both sides in the battle are known for their love of horses.  Those horses are highly trained.  

A very fast paced and action packed highlander romance,  with fabulous characters.  I can't wait to read the next book in the series.  

I loved it.

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Heather McCollum is an award winning, historical and YA paranormal romance writer. She earned her B.A. in Biology, much to her English professor’s dismay, and was a 2009 Golden Heart Finalist.When she is not picking her teen’s brain for authentic attitude for her YA books and finding time to write, she is usually found educating women on ovarian cancer symptoms. Ms. McCollum has recently slayed the cancer beast and resides with her very own hero and 3 kids in the wilds of suburbia on the mid-Atlantic coast.

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The Wicked Viscount (Highland Roses School) by Heather McCollum. Historical Romance Release & ARC Review.

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1685, Scottish Highlands

Cat Campbell knows all about Nathaniel Worthington, fifth Viscount of Lincolnshire. The determined Englishman is never far from Finlarig Castle, where his sisters train women to do more than read and write. And thanks to the fiery kiss they shared nearly a year ago he is never far from her thoughts. No one ever trained her how to forget an irresistible man.

Nathaniel knows he should keep his distance from the fierce Scottish lass, but when an urgent letter from Queen Catherine calls Cat to London, he can’t resist volunteering to escort her. The tension between the two has simmered for months, but the long journey in close quarters creates a raging wildfire that could burn them both.

Secrets of their past and the treachery lurking at court put both their future together and their very lives at risk. 

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Viscount Nathaniel Worthington has been in the highlands of Scotland visiting with his sisters.  They opened a school for young ladies that is very different from most.  Now though, he has been summoned to London and asked to bring a healer with him. 
Cat Campbell is just about the wildest of the "Highland Roses" . She has had a lot of heartache in her life and has learned the hard way to rely only on herself.  She is a gifted healer who knows how to protect herself and her friends. 
Our mismatched duo,  an English Lord and a Scottish peasant , have a dangerous and complicated adventure ahead of them.  The  journey from the highlands is not half as dangerous as the Royal court in London. 
I was awake reading until 2:30am because I couldn't put it down. 
It is part of a series.  Although you could read it on it's own I would recommend reading the series in order to really understand our characters. 
I loved it. 

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Heather McCollum is an award winning, historical and YA paranormal romance writer. She earned her B.A. in Biology, much to her English professor’s dismay, and was a 2009 Golden Heart Finalist.When she is not picking her teen’s brain for authentic attitude for her YA books and finding time to write, she is usually found educating women on ovarian cancer symptoms. Ms. McCollum has recently slayed the cancer beast and resides with her very own hero and 3 kids in the wilds of suburbia on the mid-Atlantic coast.

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A Protector in the Highlands (Highland Roses School #2) by Heather McCollum. Historical Romance Release & ARC Review.

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With few other options, Scarlet Worthington flees from her home in England to the wild Highlands of Scotland to help her sister run a school for ladies. There, Scarlet begins to rebuild her own shattered confidence by recruiting a fierce Campbell warrior to teach her and the students how to protect themselves from villains and scoundrels. The intimidating Aiden Campbell both infuriates Scarlet and ignites a fire inside her as she works closely with him to hone her new skills.

Burned in a fierce fire, set by English soldiers, Highland warrior, Aiden Campbell, has finally healed enough to take temporary command of his clan. That's where his focus should be instead of dealing with the feisty, beautiful Sassenach who asks him to teach her students.

When Scarlet's past stalks her up into Scotland, her nightmares come alive, and Aiden's lessons are put to the test. With his own ghosts from the past making him despise English women, Aiden fights the inferno of passion that's grown between them, a different kind of wild fire that could prove just as deadly.

Each book in the Highland Roses School series is STANDALONE:
* A Rose in the Highlands
* A Protector in the Highlands

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Lady Scarlet Worthington was the main reason why the sisters came to Scotland.  She needed to escape from the court of King Charles and the devious man who is one of the King's favourites.  Opening a school for young ladies with her sister is just what she needed.  The school, however will teach things that most will not see as lady like subjects. 
Aiden Campbell hates all the English.  He was badly burned by the soldiers,  and English women cannot be trusted.  They are far too fragile for life in the Scottish highlands. 
Both our hero and heroine have to deal with nightmares from the past before peace can be found.  Treasonous plots and enemies can be conquered by bravery and trust. 
A very exciting story with wonderful characters.  Lots of fun and danger to enjoy.  While you could read this book on it's own,  if you read the first book in the series you will have a better understanding of the political upheaval surrounding our characters. 
I loved both books and can't wait to read the next one. 

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Heather McCollum is an award winning, historical and YA paranormal romance writer. She earned her B.A. in Biology, much to her English professor’s dismay, and was a 2009 Golden Heart Finalist.When she is not picking her teen’s brain for authentic attitude for her YA books and finding time to write, she is usually found educating women on ovarian cancer symptoms. Ms. McCollum has recently slayed the cancer beast and resides with her very own hero and 3 kids in the wilds of suburbia on the mid-Atlantic coast.

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A Rose in the Highlands (Highland Roses School #1) by Heather McCollum. Historical Romance Release & ARC Review.

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1684, Scottish Highlands

Englishwoman Evelyn Worthington is resolved to build a school for ladies in her brother's newly purchased Scottish castle. But when she arrives, not only does she find the castle scorched by fire, but a brawny Highlander bars her entry.

Clan chief Grey Campbell would rather die than see his family home, Finlarig Castle, fall into English hands, so Grey must win the battle of wills with the beautiful Sassenach who flashes a bill of sale before him.

When the war between Evelyn and Grey escalates, passions flare. But outsiders have their own plans for Finlarig. After secrets are revealed, and muskets are lit, the fates of the Campbell Clan, the school, and a possible future for Grey and Evelyn are in as much jeopardy as their lives 

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Lady Evelyn Worthington is running away from an unwanted betrothal.  In his will,  her father insisted that she marry a man of his choosing or be disinherited. The new estate her brother has bought is just the place for the two sisters to hide and start a new life.  Unfortunately the previous tenants don't want to leave. 
Chief Greyson Campbell is determined not to lose his clan's stronghold.  The English have gone to evil extremes to force them out.  It will not happen while there is breath in his body. 
This is a very amusing story about a very strong minded young woman with grand ideas and a warrior with the odds stacked against him. 
An action packed book that will keep you entertained all the way through.  Great characters that I'm looking forward to reading more about in the next book of the series. 
Great fun. 

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Heather McCollum is an award winning, historical and YA paranormal romance writer. She earned her B.A. in Biology, much to her English professor’s dismay, and was a 2009 Golden Heart Finalist.When she is not picking her teen’s brain for authentic attitude for her YA books and finding time to write, she is usually found educating women on ovarian cancer symptoms. Ms. McCollum has recently slayed the cancer beast and resides with her very own hero and 3 kids in the wilds of suburbia on the mid-Atlantic coast.

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