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Laird of Storms
(2003)(Taming the Heiress)
(The first book in the Hearts in the Highlands series)A novel by Susan King
A storm, a legend, an undeniable passion . . .
On the misty Hebridean Isle of Caransay, legend holds that when a kelpie, a sea-god who can take the form of a man, claims a bride on a sea rock, the isle will be blessed with great fortune. Honoring the ancient tradition one stormy night, Meg MacNeill expects nothing eventful–until she is swept into the arms of the handsome stranger who rises from the waves. When danger and passion both vanish with the dawn, Meg is left with a powerful memory–and a secret.
Seven years later, Dougal Stewart returns to the isle where he was once a castaway in a storm. Now a brilliant engineer and deep-sea diver assigned to build a lighthouse on the very rock that changed his life, his only obstacle is the wealthy baroness who fiercely opposes his plans. Soon Dougal discovers that the proud baroness is the mysterious girl who once saved his life and stole his heart—and the golden-haired child by her side is his son. To protect her child and the people of her island from unwanted change, Meg must keep her secrets, knowing that Stewart once claimed her heart and soul, then betrayed her . . .
Storms gather on sea and shore as renewed passion and responsibility collide–testing love, legend, and destiny . . .
Tropes You'll Enjoy:
On the misty Hebridean Isle of Caransay, legend holds that when a kelpie, a sea-god who can take the form of a man, claims a bride on a sea rock, the isle will be blessed with great fortune. Honoring the ancient tradition one stormy night, Meg MacNeill expects nothing eventful–until she is swept into the arms of the handsome stranger who rises from the waves. When danger and passion both vanish with the dawn, Meg is left with a powerful memory–and a secret.
Seven years later, Dougal Stewart returns to the isle where he was once a castaway in a storm. Now a brilliant engineer and deep-sea diver assigned to build a lighthouse on the very rock that changed his life, his only obstacle is the wealthy baroness who fiercely opposes his plans. Soon Dougal discovers that the proud baroness is the mysterious girl who once saved his life and stole his heart—and the golden-haired child by her side is his son. To protect her child and the people of her island from unwanted change, Meg must keep her secrets, knowing that Stewart once claimed her heart and soul, then betrayed her . . .
Storms gather on sea and shore as renewed passion and responsibility collide–testing love, legend, and destiny . . .
Tropes You'll Enjoy:
- Secret Child
Second Chance Romance
Stranded/Castaway Hero
Hidden Identity / Secret Past
Legend & Folklore Romance
Reunited Lovers
Duty vs. Love
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Hearts in the Highlands series
Book 1 - Laird of Storms
Book 2 - Princess of Shadows
Book 3 - Countess of Legends
Note: This book was previously published as Taming the Heiress and now has newly added content for readers to enjoy.
Genre: Historical Romance
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