Celeste Barclay

Fate brought them together. Free will binds them. After months at sea, Leif Ivarrson wants nothing more than to revel in the comforts of home. Yet when word arrives that a new threat has invaded their land, Leif is forced to take up his sword once more. Tasked with rescuing a jarl's niece, Sigrid, from this malicious enemy, Leif departs on a journey that will alter the course of his fate. Since she was a young girl, Sigrid Torbensdóttir's visions have been both a blessing and a curse. Now a grown woman and powerful seer, she knew enemies would come for her, eager to exploit her gift. Yet her visions taught her that fate could not be denied or ignored. As she had foreseen it, the heroic Viking would save her and sweep them both up in the raging storm of inescapable destiny. Drawn together by the will of the gods, Leif and Sigrid battle to save their people from a rival tribe's scramble for power. Will their blossoming love survive the tests of war and family? Can a match created by fate withstand the machinations of man? Set sail for adventure in this steamy Viking romance sure to leave you breathless! Norse lore meets passion and intrigue in Leif, written by Celeste Barclay! Viking Glory is a STEAMY historical series that will transport you back to the world of the ancient Norse with brave heroes and even stronger heroines. The series follows the lives and loves of five friends. Brother and sister, Leif and Freya, along with their cousin, Bjorn, and their friends Strian and Tyra sail the seas and conquer hearts. This is a five-book series where each book can be read as a standalone but is best read as part of the series. Each of the five friends has their own story, so be sure to check out the entire series for Freya, Tyra, Bjorn, and Strian's HEA and to discover what happens to the dastardly villain. Curious about how the saga began? Check out Lena & Ivar, the series prequel.

Leif

A spinster lady in waiting... After four broken betrothals, Elizabeth Fraser believes her father's political ambitions will keep her from ever finding a husband. Content to be considered on the shelf, Elizabeth would rather be left in peace as one of the queen's ladies in waiting than engage in flirtations that lead nowhere. She never expected one chance encounter months ago would alter the future she had accepted. Will Elizabeth give Edward a second chance to prove he wants more than a dalliance? A warrior wanting to return home... Edward Bruce, the adopted younger brother of King Robert the Bruce, is tired of fighting the English in Ireland. Loyal to his brother but homesick, Edward returns to Robert's Scottish court in hopes of settling down once more in the Highlands. Edward recognizes the beguiling Lady Elizabeth from a brief meeting that involved one dance and a rushed conversation on the terrace. He still can't believe the rumor she started to protect her friends. Drawn to her dry whit and independent nature, Edward realizes that his new home will require one particular lady of the keep. Can Edward prove to his Highland lady that his intentions are sincere before time runs out? A hidden threat... When Elizabeth and Edward realize their lives are in danger, they must rely on the Sinclair brothers and their wives to help them investigate who might want them dead. Courtly intrigue follows them as their new love blooms and a home in the Highlands calls to them. Welcome to Robert the Bruce's Highland Court, where the ladies in waiting are a mixture of fire and ice. The Highland Ladies, spin off series from Celeste Barclay's The Clan Sinclair series, returns to the Medieval royal court for love and intrigue. A Spinster at the Highland Court is the much requested and highly anticipated story of Elizabeth Fraser who appeared in both His Highland Pledge and His Highland Surprise. She finally has her own steamy love story and HEA. This a full length novel. The novella previously appeared in the Once Upon a Christmas Wedding anthology.

A Spinster at the Highland Court

What happens when a lady smuggler meets a ruthless pirate? Caragh Pedrick is used to men on the wrong side of the law since she runs her Cornish village's smuggling ring. Fishing no longer feeds their families in her coastal village, so she puts her resourcefulness and bravery to use. But she's unprepared for the pirate captain who captures her during a raid. Whisked away on a pirate ship, Caragh soon discovers that her pirate captain's form of command is anything but unsavory. Tempted by his piercing blue eyes and powerful manner, Caragh finds herself giving in to the Blond Devil. Can Caragh leave her smuggler's life behind for life on the high seas? What happens when a pirate captain tries to tame the fearless woman he mistakes for a lad? Rowan MacNeil was forced from his home on the island of Barra and into a life of piracy. Now the captain of his own ship, Rowan expects obedience from the minx he unwittingly captures. When he raids the quiet village of Bedruthen Steps, Rowan decides Caragh, dressed as a lad, would make a fine cabin boy, but it's not long before Rowan discovers the curves that lay beneath her disguise. While he likes her spirit, his palm itches to lay down the law with the woman who's invaded his cabin and his life. The question is: will she give in to the Blond Devil? When misunderstanding and distrust threaten his burgeoning relationship, Rowan must put his faith in his lady smuggler. With a choice to make, Caragh must decide if she can forgive her pirate lover and make a new life with him. Can Rowan put his painful past behind him to save his burgeoning relationship? Can she curb her independent spirit in exchange for an adventurous new love? Pirates of the Isles is a STEAMY series where lust and love become tangled when pirates and their ladies toe the line between pain and pleasure. Travel to the Hebrides and the coast of Scotland as these pirates pillage and plunder not only villages and ships but the women fearless enough to take them on. Each book can be read as a standalone, but many characters appear throughout the series. This passionate love story is ready to go up in flames. It contains adult scenes with explicit content. If this type of material offends you, please do not download.

The Blond Devil of the Sea

Fans of Cecelia Mecca, Hildie McQueen, and Donna Fletcher will fall in love with The Highland Ladies. A lady-in-waiting left behind... Over the past two years, Blair Sutherland has watched her sister and friends marry and leave King Robert the Bruce's royal court. Her parents have promised her a love match, but none of the courtiers who hang on the king's coattails interest her. Just when Blair wonders if she'll ever find the love the other ladies have found, her childhood friend, Hardwin Cameron, arrives at court in need of guidance. With more purpose to her days, Blair's loneliness no longer weighs so heavily upon her. But while Blair offers her assistance, she finds it hard to pay attention when the boy she used to race is now a man who's a constant distraction. A warrior never meant to be laird... Hardwin Cameron was the last person likely to inherit the Cameron lairdship, but he's watched one man after another in his family die until the title is thrust upon him. Amidst his grief, Hardwin struggles with the duties expected of a laird when he was never trained for such responsibilities. Thrust into a role that was never meant to be his, Hardwin is forced to make an appearance before the king. When he arrives, Hardwin can't believe his good fortune when he runs into Blair, a friend among wolves. The girl he used to tease is now a woman, and Hardwin can't deny his attraction as they work side-by-side to prepare him for his new role. A romance blossoms between childhood friends, but it's put to the test when enemies approach the Camerons from every direction. Affected by the deaths of the clan's leaders, neighbors assume the Camerons have weakened. Can Blair and Hardwin protect their new relationship while battling those who would tear them and Clan Cameron apart? If you love a steamy friends-to-lovers romance, then you're sure to enjoy Celeste Barclay's hot Highlander romance, A Saint at the Highland Court. Welcome to Robert the Bruce's Highland Court, where the ladies-in-waiting are a mixture of fire and ice. The Highland Ladies, the STEAMY spin off series from Celeste Barclay's The Clan Sinclair series, returns to the Medieval royal court for love and intrigue.

A Saint at the Highland Court

Discover how it all began... If you enjoy Keira Montclair, Eliza Knight, Emma Prince, and Cecelia Mecca, meet The Clan Sinclair. A failed first impression... Liam Sinclair is less than thrilled to be entering into an arranged marriage even if it will end a feud between his clan and the Sutherlands. When his father announces Liam's betrothal to their enemy's daughter, Liam cannot imagine how the marriage can go well. Liam fails to make a good first impression when his temper and tongue get away from him. He may have destroyed his chance for wedded bliss. Can Liam redeem himself in time to convince his bride to go through with the wedding? An unassuming beauty... Kyla Sutherland is not sure what to think of this man when she interrupts his less than flattering description of his unseen bride. Tempted to return to a family where she is the only woman and the unwanted daughter, Kyla must decide whether she can trust a man who does not seem to want her. Will Kyla come to trust Liam and see past his early faults to find a love match for the ages? An arranged marriage that creates a family which endures through love, loyalty, and honor. Brought together in a betrothal made by their fathers, Liam and Kyla find love grows as they get to know one another. However, when a jealous family member tries to tear them apart, Liam proves that he will do anything to protect Their Highland Beginning. This latest installment takes us back to introduce Liam and Kyla, the patriarch and matriarch of The Clan Sinclair, a five full-length book series.

Their Highland Beginning

What happens when an immovable object meets an unstoppable force? Sparks fly and love blooms. Freya Ivarsdóttir is not only the daughter of a jarl and sister to a future jarl but a well-renowned shield maiden. Committed to fighting the evil forces threatening her tribe and her neighbors, Freya does not welcome the attention of Erik Rangvaldson, the son of their neighboring jarl. Forced to work together to defeat their common enemy, Freya must put aside her dislike for the arrogant man who follows her everywhere. Erik may be the most handsome man she has ever seen, but he also aggravates her unlike any other man she knows. Can Freya trust a man every woman wants? Erik Rangvaldson has made no attempt to hide his interest in Freya. Attracted to her beauty from the moment he first saw her, and drawn to her fiery spirit from the moment they met, Erik is determined to win Freya over. Sent on a mission together to Scotland, Erik finds himself as focused upon proving his love to Freya as to tracking down the enemy who would steal the land from his father and Freya's. Will Erik's interest last once the chase ends? Can this couple trust one another when their lives are in danger? Can they work together to not only defeat their enemies but to find love? Viking Glory is a steamy historical series that will transport you back to the world of the ancient Norse with brave heroes and even stronger heroines. The series follows the lives and loves of five friends. Brother and sister, Leif and Freya, along with their cousin, Bjorn, and their friends Strian and Tyra sail the seas and conquer hearts. This is a five book series where each book can be read as a standalone but is best read as part of the series.

Freya

A notorious Highland warrior who inspires fear in many, except for one lady beyond his reach... As a member of the Clan Sinclair, Tate Sinclair carries on his family's legacy of honor, duty, and loyalty. While the clans compete during a Highland Gathering, a man Tate's known most of his life turns to him during a crisis. He must navigate politics and tangled alliances while supporting his friend and battling wits with the intriguing woman just beyond his reach. Can Tate discover who's bent on destroying his friend's pending nuptials? Will he recognize his blossoming feelings before time runs out? A strong-willed lady, unafraid of the warrior's reputation but refuses to be captivated by his charm... Adelaide Grant refuses to admit to herself or anyone else that her growing attraction to the visiting warrior might be the basis for a love that rivals any of the other Sinclair couples. With political alliances tested while her family hosts the Highland Gathering, Adelaide must protect her own friend from an enemy who would destroy two clans' future. Can Adelaide help repair her friend's fractured relationship? Will she admit she's drawn to the braw Highlander before he returns to his home? A couple drawn to each other must work together... Despite their initial animosity, Tate and Adelaide must join forces when an enemy threatens to tear apart their friends' relationship. As they work together to help, Tate and Adelaide find themselves increasingly drawn to each other. With the help of their friends, who can see what Tate and Adelaide are too stubborn to admit, the two are thrown together time and time again. But just as they begin to explore their feelings, an enemy refuses to relent and threatens to tear another couple apart. They must fight to protect not only their love but their lives. Can Tate and Adelaide's budding relationship survive the machinations of an enemy bent on destroying everything in their path? The Clan Sinclair Legacy is Celeste Barclay's STEAMY spinoff from The Clan Sinclair and The Highland Ladies. This highly in demand new series takes readers back to where Celeste began with the next generation of the Clan Sinclair. This STEAMY collection will continue to prove that in the Sinclair family, the men are strong, and the women are fierce.

Highland Devil

"When we are truly alone, Lia, then I will kiss ye properly. I long to taste ye." All of ye. 13th century Scotland: A land on the brink of war. As the Scots organize and plan to defend their homeland from the English King Edward I, alliances form, subterfuge abounds, and true love is born. Hamish Sutherland was never meant to be laird. Instead, he finds himself not only leading his clan as the Earl of Sutherland, but embroiled in a violent feud with his neighbor, the Earl of Ross. A Highlander, Hamish longs to return to his rugged home-until he finds himself craving the enigmatic young lady he danced with and whose intelligence charms him. Knowing only her first name, Hamish refuses to allow anyone to stand in the way of the woman he wants. There's one problem... Amelia Ross never imagined the commanding warrior with his imposing size could be so gentle as his touch brings her alive. Nor did she imagine that the one man she would wish to make her own would be her father's most reviled enemy. Sworn to serve the queen, tested by a rival, and torn between love and duty, Amelia is nobody's fool. A skilled diplomat and strategist, she's the only person who can create a truce between Hamish and her father as they prepare alongside Robert the Bruce and William Wallace for the Battle of Stirling Bridge. No matter the outcome, one thing is certain: Hamish will stop at nothing to be with the woman he loves. Discover how the House of Clan Sutherland began with Highland Love Comes Calling, the exciting prequel that introduces the couple who will forge a dynasty. This story picks up where Celeste Barclay's Their Highland Beginning, the prequel to The Clan Sinclair, ends. House of Clan Sutherland is the newest edition to Celeste's romantic, but often violent, medieval Scottish world that includes The Clan Sinclair, The Clan Sinclair Legacy, The Highland Ladies, and The Highland Ladies Always series. A world where family, love, loyalty, honor, and duty are everything. Content Warning: A braw alpha hero, a fierce heroine, and scorching passion. No cheating, no cliffhangers, lots of steam, and a happily ever after.

Highland Love Comes Calling

Lady Blythe Dunbar knows the type of man she's expected to marry. After her oldest sister marries a Scottish man raised by the English King Edward I, and her middle sister unexpectedly marries a widower, Blythe knows her parents expect her to settle down with a more staid husband. But that's the problem: Blythe doesn't want to settle. Not when she can't forget the devilish man who appears at court just often enough to break her heart. Michail MacLeod has faced death and survived too many times to curb his daredevil ways. Sent too often to court by his father, Laird Torrian MacLeod of Assynt, Michail rails against the strictures. His only reprieves are his brief encounters with Blythe. But as beautiful and intelligent as the lady-in-waiting is, Michail knows he's not the dependable man her father expects her to find. When an emergency forces Blythe to return to the border, the only man she trusts to lead her through the fray is the one man who wreaks the most havoc on her mind and heart. Will Michail realize in time that his need for adventure doesn't have to endanger his life? If you love a steamy opposites attract romance, then you're sure to enjoy Celeste Barclay's sizzling new Highlander romance, A Devil at the Highland Court.

A Devil at the Highland Court

A wallflower... Maude Sutherland grew up racing the boys, but when adolescence arrived, she became the ugly duckling of her clan. Sent to the Scottish royal court of King Robert the Bruce, forced to navigate the social machinations of courtiers, Maude is certain no man will choose her over the more elegant ladies-in-waiting. When a Highland laird arrives and sweeps her off her feet, Maude finds hope that she might grow into a swan. Can he convince her to trust his intentions are true? A protector... Kieran MacLeod arrived at court to settle clan business and to have a dalliance or two. But when he discovers a woman with lush curves crying on a terrace, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to the shy lady-in-waiting. Kieran finds he must use patience and kindness to lure Maude out of her shell. Can Kieran help Maude overcome her self-consciousness to stoke the passion stirring between them? Can he prove that his love can protect her from the cruel words of the other ladies-in-waiting? A family that would keep them apart... This slow burn romance bursts into flames as Kieran and Maude must unite to defend their love when she is put to the test by the MacLeod clan. Can Maude withstand the scrutiny? Or will Kieran's family have the last word? Welcome to Robert the Bruce's Highland Court, where the ladies in waiting are a mixture of fire and ice. The Highland Ladies, the STEAMY spin off series from Celeste Barclay's The Clan Sinclair series, returns to the Medieval royal court for love and intrigue.

A Slow Burn Highlander Romance

A Wallflower at the Highland Court

Always a bridesmaid, never a bride... For more than a decade, Laurel Ross has been a lady-in-waiting at Robert the Bruce's royal court, a place where money is power. Laurel is the fourth out of five daughters, and the only one unwed. While Laurel isn't exactly a pauper, her father, the Earl of Ross, has already paid four large dowries. Sent to court to find a husband, Laurel's once youthful hope has turned to bitterness as one friend after another marriest. Her viperous tongue has earned her the title of "hellion". Will any man accept a bride who comes with such a small dowry? Every man is guilty of all the good he didn't do... Guilt is slowly eating away at Brodie Campbell. When Brodie's betrothed unexpectedly, Brodie's guilt doesn't come from the woman's untimely death. It comes from the relief he feels that he's no longer bound to her. Brodie isn't interested in a biddable and mild bride. Intrigued by the fiery Laurel Ross, Brodie wonders if this shrew can ever be tamed. Armed with wealth and charm, Brodie welcomes the challenge. Will this spitfire relent long enough to find love with a man who tests her patience? When a wager puts their lives in peril, Brodie and Laurel discover trust is earned, not given.

A Hellion at the Highland Court

The Dark Heart of  the Sea

They were born for swordplay, but fighting their feelings is a losing battle. Tyra Vigosdottir, the shield maiden that any warrior with half a brain would fear, does not need to be coddled by any man--especially not the one who broke her heart. The only thing more irritating than an overprotective Norseman is how her mind won't stop picturing them together. When they must travel together once more to defend their tribe, Tyra and Bjorn find it's impossible to deny their feelings any longer. Danger awaits but so does passion. Can Tyra trust the man who broke her heart? Can she set aside her grudge over a misunderstanding? Bjorn Jansson has been in love with Tyra since he was seven. He never imagined she shared his feelings, but one grave misunderstanding born of jealousy and rejection ruins their chance for the next ten years. Both orphans, Bjorn and Tyra find the depth of their grief has molded them into the people they are now, and those two people have more in common than they realize. Missed opportunities abound until Bjorn and Tyra can no longer ignore what everyone around them has known for years. Can Bjorn repair the damage done to their relationship? Or will he nurse a broken heart? This Viking couple will sail away with your heart. You will love Tyra & Bjorn, because it is a steamy tale of a big-hearted Viking with a huge sword and a warrior woman with a huge attitude. Get it now and escape to the land of Norse lore and battlefield love! Viking Glory is a steamy historical series that will transport you back to the world of the ancient Norse with brave heroes and even stronger heroines. The series follows the lives and loves of five friends. Brother and sister, Leif and Freya, along with their cousin, Bjorn, and their friends Strian and Tyra sail the seas and conquer hearts. This is a four book series where each book can be read as a standalone but is best read as part of the series.

Tyra & Bjorn

Unwanted and unloved... Siùsan Mackenzie has spent a lifetime feeling unwanted and unloved after her mother dies in childbirth and her father abandons her for a new wife and new family. Forced to start her life in her clan's village and then brought to the castle as no more than a servant, Siùsan longs for the chance to escape her clan and the hurt of being ignored. When her father, the Mackenzie chief, unexpectedly announces her betrothal, Siùsan is filled with fear that her father is sending her off to an ogre who will treat her no better or possibly even worse. When she discovers who her intended is, she seizes the chance to leave behind those who sought to punish her and manipulate her. Could Siùsan's father finally have done right by her? Will Siùsan find happiness in her new home, or is her future only to repeat her past? Unaware and unready... Callum Sinclair, the heir to Clan Sinclair, knows that he will one day have to marry to carry on his clan's legacy. He just did not know that his bride-to-be would arrive less than a week after his father announced the betrothal. Enjoying the company of women has never been a struggle for Callum, but as are all the men of Clan Sinclair, he is committed to being a faithful husband. When Siùsan arrives, Callum is unprepared for the gift his father has given him in his soon-to-be wife. Callum is eager to get to know his fiery haired bride who barely comes up to his chest, and Siùsan is tempted by Callum's whisky brown eyes and gentle nature. But if only it were that easy. A tangled web of jealousy and deceit is woven when members of Siùsan's clan join forces with outsiders to keep them apart. Will Callum be able to reach Siùsan to prove to her that she will never be unwanted or unloved again? Can Siùsan put her trust in a man she desires but barely knows? Meet the members of Clan Sinclair in this second installment of the five book Highland romance series. The Clan Sinclair features Mairghread and her four brothers, Callum, Alexander, Tavish, and Magnus. Each member of the Scottish clan faces challenges as they meet their fated match. Each novel in the series is a stand alone, but they are best read together.

His Bonnie Highland Temptation

FROM POPULAR HISTORICAL ROMANCE AUTHOR CELESTE BARCLAY COMES A COLLECTION OF STEAMY VIKING NOVELS. Welcome to the Norse world of Viking Glory. Return to the days of adventure and honor, with brave but flawed warriors and the women who challenge them. Love Romance and Alpha-Males? Discover the heroes within these pages. Over 1600 pages of adventure, romance, and swoon-worthy passion that will keep you reading well into the night. This collection contains: Leif – Drawn together by the will of the gods, Leif and Sigrid battle to save their people from a rival tribe's scramble for power. Set sail for adventure in this steamy Viking romance sure to leave you breathless! Freya – What happens when an immovable object meets an unstoppable force? Sparks fly and love blooms. Attracted to her beauty from the moment he first saw her, and drawn to her fiery spirit from the moment they met, Erik is determined to win Freya over. Tyra & Bjorn – They were born for swordplay, but fighting their feelings is a losing battle. You will love Tyra & Bjorn in this steamy tale of a big-hearted Viking with a huge sword and a warrior woman with a huge attitude. Strian – Torn apart during one battle only to be reunited during another, Strian and Gressa must learn to trust one another again, sharing the truth of their time apart while relying upon one another to survive. Lena & Ivar – Lena & Ivar is the prequel novel to the Viking Glory series. Meet the generation that laid the foundation for the unstoppable characters from this suspenseful and steamy series. Norse lore meets passion and intrigue, only from master storyteller Celeste Barclay.

Viking Glory Complete Collection Books 1-5

What happens when an immovable object meets an unstoppable force? Sparks fly and love blooms. Freya Ivarsdóttir is not only the daughter of a jarl and sister to a future jarl but a well-renowned shield maiden. Committed to fighting the evil forces threatening her tribe and her neighbors, Freya does not welcome the attention of Erik Rangvaldson, the son of their neighboring jarl. Forced to work together to defeat their common enemy, Freya must put aside her dislike for the arrogant man who follows her everywhere. Erik may be the most handsome man she has ever seen, but he also aggravates her unlike any other man she knows. Can Freya trust a man every woman wants? Erik Rangvaldson has made no attempt to hide his interest in Freya. Attracted to her beauty from the moment he first saw her, and drawn to her fiery spirit from the moment they met, Erik is determined to win Freya over. Sent on a mission together to Scotland, Erik finds himself as focused upon proving his love to Freya as to tracking down the enemy who would steal the land from his father and Freya's. Will Erik's interest last once the chase ends? Can this couple trust one another when their lives are in danger? Can they work together to not only defeat their enemies but to find love? Viking Glory is a steamy historical series that will transport you back to the world of the ancient Norse with brave heroes and even stronger heroines. The series follows the lives and loves of five friends. Brother and sister, Leif and Freya, along with their cousin, Bjorn, and their friends Strian and Tyra sail the seas and conquer hearts. This is a four book series where each book can be read as a standalone but is best read as part of the series.

Unwanted and unloved... Siùsan Mackenzie has spent a lifetime feeling unwanted and unloved after her mother dies in childbirth and her father abandons her for a new wife and new family. Forced to start her life in her clan's village and then brought to the castle as no more than a servant, Siùsan longs for the chance to escape her clan and the hurt of being ignored. When her father, the Mackenzie chief, unexpectedly announces her betrothal, Siùsan is filled with fear that her father is sending her off to an ogre who will treat her no better or possibly even worse. When she discovers who her intended is, she seizes the chance to leave behind those who sought to punish her and manipulate her. Could Siùsan's father finally have done right by her? Will Siùsan find happiness in her new home, or is her future only to repeat her past? Unaware and unready... Callum Sinclair, the heir to Clan Sinclair, knows that he will one day have to marry to carry on his clan's legacy. He just did not know that his bride-to-be would arrive less than a week after his father announced the betrothal. Enjoying the company of women has never been a struggle for Callum, but as are all the men of Clan Sinclair, he is committed to being a faithful husband. When Siùsan arrives, Callum is unprepared for the gift his father has given him in his soon-to-be wife. Callum is eager to get to know his fiery haired bride who barely comes up to his chest, and Siùsan is tempted by Callum's whisky brown eyes and gentle nature. But if only it were that easy. A tangled web of jealousy and deceit is woven when members of Siùsan's clan join forces with outsiders to keep them apart. Will Callum be able to reach Siùsan to prove to her that she will never be unwanted or unloved again? Can Siùsan put her trust in a man she desires but barely knows? Meet the members of Clan Sinclair in this second installment of the five book Highland romance series. The Clan Sinclair features Mairghread and her four brothers, Callum, Alexander, Tavish, and Magnus. Each member of the Scottish clan faces challenges as they meet their fated match. Each novel in the series is a stand alone, but they are best read together. Post a review here on Amazon or Celeste's GoodReads page!

A spinster lady in waiting... After four broken betrothals, Elizabeth Fraser believes her father's political ambitions will keep her from ever finding a husband. Content to be considered on the shelf, Elizabeth would rather be left in peace as one of the queen's ladies in waiting than engage in flirtations that lead nowhere. She never expected one chance encounter months ago would alter the future she had accepted. Will Elizabeth give Edward a second chance to prove he wants more than a dalliance? A warrior wanting to return home... Edward Bruce, the adopted younger brother of King Robert the Bruce, is tired of fighting the English in Ireland. Loyal to his brother but homesick, Edward returns to Robert's Scottish court in hopes of settling down once more in the Highlands. Edward recognizes the beguiling Lady Elizabeth from a brief meeting that involved one dance and a rushed conversation on the terrace. He still can't believe the rumor she started to protect her friends. Drawn to her dry wit and independent nature, Edward realizes that his new home will require one particular lady of the keep. Can Edward prove to his Highland lady that his intentions are sincere before time runs out? A hidden threat... When Elizabeth and Edward realize their lives are in danger, they must rely on the Sinclair brothers and their wives to help them investigate who might want them dead. Courtly intrigue follows them as their new love blooms and a home in the Highlands calls to them. If you love romance with intrigue and characters that come to life, then you'll love Celeste Barclay's steamy A Spinster at the Highland Court.

A Spinster at Highland Court

Old enough to love, too young to wed... Sixteen year old Magnus Sinclair did not realize when he stumbled upon thirteen year old Deirdre Fraser he was meeting his soulmate. Three years of meeting at Highland Gatherings and Royal Hunts, along with countless letters, build an unbreakable love between Magnus and Deirdre, and they secretly pledge themselves in a handfast. When Deirdre's parents discover their daughter's actions, she is whisked away to become a lady in waiting to the queen as her parents' status grows within the royal court. A boy grown into a man determined to never surrender his love again... Seven years of separation have not lessened Magnus's love but have made him taste the bitterness of rejection. Sent to court as the Clan Sinclair's representative, the last person Magnus thought to find is Deirdre Fraser, and the last thing he thought to learn is she will soon be betrothed--to a man other than him. A girl grown into a woman willing to disobey to regain her lost love... Deirdre has served the royal court ever since her parents pulled her from Magnus's arms. She has been a dutiful daughter and dutiful companion to the queen, but she never let go of her love for Magnus or her hopes that they would be reunited. Stunned to find Mangus walking past her, Deirdre's heart calls to him despite her parents' political ambitions. Caught between expectations and desire, Magnus and Deirdre must work together to find a way to finally build their life together. Can they prove to everyone that they still belong together, that theirs was not a childhood infatuation but a love for the ages? Or will they have to defy those who attempt to control them, so they may fulfill His Highland Pledge? Meet the members of Clan Sinclair in this fourth installment of the five-book Highland romance series. The Clan Sinclair features Mairghread and her four brothers, Callum, Alexander, Tavish, and Magnus. Each member of the Scottish clan faces challenges as they meet their fated match, but all of the Sinclairs find their HEA. Each novel in the series is a standalone, but they are best read together.

His Highland Pledge

A confirmed bachelor with no intentions of settling down... Tavish Sinclair cannot imagine life with only one woman, not when so many catch his eye. As the third son of Laird Liam Sinclair, he has two older brothers and their children ahead of him for the lairdship. Tavish is stunned when his father informs him the king has arranged his marriage to a woman from the most notorious clan in Scotland, and one he has never met. Drawn as much to her intelligence as her looks, Tavish is unprepared for his spunky bride-to-be when she goes toe to toe and head to head with him at every turn. Can he protect Ceit from herself as much as the dangers that lurk at court? A spirited lady-in-waiting with no plans to change... Ceit Comyn is the niece of one John Comyn and the cousin of the other, making her a member of the most despised clan in the country. Sent to the royal court as a peace offering to mend torched bridges, Ceit is forced in the king's services just as her uncle would control her for the same purposes. She has no interest in marrying a rogue, but when the kind-hearted and honorable warrior champions her, she may discover he's more saint than sinner. Meet the members of Clan Sinclair in this fifth installment of the five book Highland romance series. The Clan Sinclair features Mairghread and her four brothers, Callum, Alexander, Tavish, and Magnus. Each member of the Scottish clan faces challenges as they meet their fated match, but all of the Sinclairs find their HEA. Each novel in the series is a standalone, but they are best read together.

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