1684, Scottish Highlands It’s become abundantly clear to Scarlet Worthington that England no longer can offer her anything good. With few other options, she flees to the wilds of Scotland to help her sister, who has created a place where women learn to protect themselves. There is something special about the Highlands. It could be the lush rolling hills, the clean air, the feeling of doing … feeling of doing something good… or maybe it’s the fierce Campbell warrior she’s recruited to help.
Aiden Campbell has spent months recovering from burns he sustained in a fire set by English soldiers. Finally, he’s healed enough to take temporary command of his clan. Between the fire and his own ghosts, there is no love lost between him and the English. So why does he say yes when the new Englishwoman in town asks for his help? And why does she have the power to distract him so much?
When Scarlet’s past stalks her all the way to Scotland, her nightmares become real and the things Aiden has taught her are put to the test. And as Aiden fights the heat of passion that grows between them, a different kind of wildfire threatens everything.
Each book in The Campbells series is STANDALONE:
* The Scottish Rogue
* The Savage Highlander
* The Wicked Viscount
* The Highland Outlaw
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Scarlett, sister of Evelyn and Nathaniel Worthington, escaped London in the early morning with her sister. She is running from her past and has agreed to live in Scotland to help her sister open and operate the Highland Rose School for women! This story takes place right after book 1. Grey Campbell and Evie have married and along with Nathaniel are taking a couple of items back to London. They uncovered an assassination plot against the king. They carry two items to show proof and to explain that the Clan Campbell are innocent and friends to the King. Grey leaves Aiden Campbell in charge and Evie leaves Scarlett to run the school. Scarlett hasn’t left the safety of the village for fear of being attacked. Something awful has happened to her and her need to learn to defend herself and arm other women with that knowledge is the highest priority. Aiden is the one man she trust although she doesn’t understand why. He can’t stand anything English but is drawn to Scarlett immediately. They encounter a few trials and attacks that bring them closer and Aiden agrees these women need to be able to disarm a man bent on assault. While things go smoothly and they grow very close neither will share/trust the others deep dark tormented secret. Then BAM the good ole King of England, along with his wife, attendants and a blast from Scarlett’s past shows up. They want Scarlett back and both Scarlett and Aiden do not want that to happen. We learn who the real traitor’s are and a few more additions to the school make for an epic battle of Highland lasses who are armed, trained and have some very NASTY thorns. Evil Villains you have been warned!! This is a great “Steamy” (at times) love story with a staunch kick in the ballocks. Heather McCollum brings intrigue, love, spice and some great fight scenes to this tale!!! You do not want to miss this story!!!
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.