She’s wrong for him in every way, so why can’t he stop thinking about her?Cyrus MacKenzie, a powerful Highland chief and newly titled Earl of Stornmor, is in search of the perfect bride. The young, naïve daughter of a marquess should do nicely, but she’s not the one who has captured his attention.Lady Elspeth Seton, Baroness Grey, is a widow with a secret past. She’s also a cunning businesswoman … cunning businesswoman who has fought for everything she has. When a mysterious enemy turns her own guards against her and attempts to steal every piece of property she owns, she’s uncertain who to rely on. With his fearsome warlord reputation and battle-hardened scowl, Cyrus is the last man she wishes to seek help from, but he’s the only one offering it. She wants no domineering Highland earl taking control of her life, but in order to protect her home and her businesses, she must learn to trust him.
More accustomed to laying siege to castles than charming the ladies, Cyrus has no patience for stubbornly secretive women like Elspeth. He’s infamous for deadly glares that terrify lesser men, but he’s impressed by Elspeth’s strength, fortitude, and canniness, for she not only stands toe-to-toe with him but also stands beside him to confront the enemy.
How can one ginger-haired lady with intoxicating eyes the color of whisky besiege his stone-cold heart? Even though his mind tells him she’s the absolute worst woman for him, in his heart, he knows he will risk life and limb to protect her from the brutal Lowland laird bent on destroying her.
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Highlander Besieged is the 10th book in Vonda Sinclair’s Highlander Adventure series. Just like the previous books in the series, this one captured my attention from the very beginning and was a complete page turner until the very end. The writing is absolutely beautiful and the story and characters came completely alive. Cyrus is the newly titled Earl of Stornmor. He is a fierce, strong, and honourable warlord who doesn’t let himself get distracted and has no intention of falling in love. He has these carefully laid plans to make an advantageous match and he already has the perfect bride picked out. Elspeth is not your typical heroine, she is all wrong for him. She’s widowed, independent and a very intelligent businesswoman. She’s done some things she’s not proud of to secure her future and that of her son, brother and sister. She never wants to be any mans property again. They are each what neither of them wants but discover the other is everything that they need. The chemistry they have is so strong you can feel it. It is perfectly paced and believable too. And who doesn’t love a story where the hero and heroine fight their attraction to each other?! One word – FIREWORKS!! If you love a good Highlander romance, gaurenteed you’ll love this one too! Absolutely mesmerizing read from beginning to end and one I highly recommend. It makes me want to reread the entire series! Absolutely love it.
Scotland, June 1621. There is nothing better than a strong, brawny, gorgeous Highlander who is looking for a bride. I knew from the blurb this would be a great story, but with Vonda Sinclair working her magic with words and descriptions, it was so much more!
Highland Chief, Cyrus MacKenzie, had earned his new title, Earl of Stornmor and was ready to get married and sire a heir. He had his eye on the daughter of a marquess Lily and just needed to meet her and hopefully see she was perfect
When he, his sister and brothers travel to the Midsummer celebration at their friend, Rebbie’s castle and he finally meets Lily, he is drawn to the woman sitting at her side, Lady Elspeth Seton, Baroness Grey. Why could this not have been Lily?
Elspeth, a businesswoman who owns a dress shop, is there with her friend to show off the gowns she has made and hopefully earn business. When she met Cyrus she thought,
“He was tall and brawny…good heavens, ‘haps the tallest brawniest man she had ever laid eyes on. She had never seen shoulders so broad. When his potent dark gaze, he’d seemed reluctant to look away, as …bizarrely..she had been.” Sigh.
Now enters the villain who is trying to intimidate her and buy her property, which she declines to sale. One thing leads to another and it ends up she needs Cyrus’s help.
She needs him and he cannot help but come to her aid. How could this possibly end?
A fantastic addition to this series that only makes me want to read more! I truly fell in love with Cyrus and Elspeth and I know you will too! Lori D
Highlander Besieged
Highland Adventure Series #10
Vonda Sinclair
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Release date 10/02/2019
Blurb :
She’s wrong for him in every way, so why can’t he stop thinking about her?
Cyrus MacKenzie, a powerful Highland chief and newly titled Earl of Stornmor, is in search of the perfect bride. The young, naïve daughter of a marquess should do nicely, but she’s not the one who has captured his attention.
Lady Elspeth Seton, Baroness Grey, is a widow with a secret past. She’s also a cunning businesswoman who has fought for everything she has. When a mysterious enemy turns her own guards against her and attempts to steal every piece of property she owns, she’s uncertain who to rely on. With his fearsome warlord reputation and battle-hardened scowl, Cyrus is the last man she wishes to seek help from, but he’s the only one offering it. She wants no domineering Highland earl taking control of her life, but in order to protect her home and her businesses, she must learn to trust him.
More accustomed to laying siege to castles than charming the ladies, Cyrus has no patience for stubbornly secretive women like Elspeth. He’s infamous for deadly glares that terrify lesser men, but he’s impressed by Elspeth’s strength, fortitude, and canniness, for she not only stands toe-to-toe with him but also stands beside him to confront the enemy.
How can one ginger-haired lady with intoxicating eyes the color of whisky besiege his stone-cold heart? Even though his mind tells him she’s the absolute worst woman for him, in his heart, he knows he will risk life and limb to protect her from the brutal Lowland laird bent on destroying her.
My review :
When threatened a widow finds in a newly titled Earl her champion but will the force against them win …
This is my first read by Mrs Vonda Sinclair, and it will not be the last.
One thing is sure, she has a way with words, from the very beginning I was engrossed by this story of betrayal and love finding its unexpected path. What a tale the author has crafted, such an entertaining and adventurous story.
There is few time to catch my breath, once the plot is in motion, it is action upon action.
And what if the heroes, I just fell in love with them.
Cyrus is an alpha, ready to anything to save those under his care, never surrendering, never giving up. Yet, he is ready to marry as it his duty but he expects nothing from this upcoming union. Then he meets Elspeth and she bewitches him.
Still, he is fighting with himself over his duties and his needs for sometime, she is the opposite of the perfect bride he has portrayed for himself but she sets his blood on fire and entrances him by her resilience and strength.
Elspeth has never had anything easy in her life, she was sacrificed by her father, and then she had to sacrifice herself for her family’s sake. And now, she is free and wealthy, something or someone is menacing her livehood and goods.
She is a very enduring woman, using what date threw on her way to make her stronger. And now that her possessions are endangered, she does not falter, it is her head held high she faces this new challenge.
Together, they are two forces to be reckoned, he is not only brawl but also brain and she is no damsel in distress, cunning when necessary.
Once they gave their trust to one another, whatever trap they encounter, they are near unstoppable.
5 stars for this action packed story of two persons finding in the depth of themselves how the power of love strengthens them.
I was provided an advance copy by the author, so here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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A great story, as are all of Vonda Sinclair’s books!
Truly another superb and marvellous Scottish tale by Vonda Sinclair!
‘Highlander Besieged’ is a captivating Scottish historical romance, readers will love from beginning to end. It’s another great read for her 10th story in the ‘Highland Adventures’ series. You’ll fall in love with the hero Cyrus and heroine Elspeth. Readers are in for a treat!
The hero is Cyrus MacKenzie, a powerful Highland chief, with the title of Earl of Stornmor, in search of the perfect bride. Did I mention the ‘perfect’ bride. We all know a perfect woman doesn’t exist! Anyway, the story goes on! The charming heroine Lady Elspeth Seton, titled Baroness Grey, is a young widow and business woman who owns a dressmaking shop. She is quite independent and doesn’t wish to marry a second time as she wasn’t in love with her deceased husband. Until, danger starts lurking around her and her business is threaten, that she ask for help. Can she trust Cyrus? Can he take a risk with Elspeth? Will Cyrus finally find his ‘perfect’ wife?
Again, Vonda Sinclair, has written a captivating story filled with adventure and romance ‘Highland Besieged’ is a story with several unexpected twists! We meet again some of the characters from her previous stories in this series.
Everything I want in a story. Hero with a strong sense of fair play; stubborn heroine who needs his help; treachery; and old foes. Very good read.
I listened to the story on Audible.
Elspeth is completely happy working in her shops and creating beautiful gowns for her wealthy customers.
Cyrus is in search of a titled wealthy young lady to marry.
Elspeth has problems at home and the gathering she has been invited to is not as much fun as she thought it would be so she takes off home but her coach crashes and Cyrus decides to take her home and make sure she is alright before leaving. This is just the beginning of her problems.
The trials they go through to find out who is tormenting Elspeth causes them to face some big issues.
Dave Gillies as narrator is absolutely wonderful at bringing each and every word to life. His voice and energy will make you break out in chill bumps and make you feel like you are there…