Monica McCarty

SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER MEWorking for Last Chance Rescue, Cole Mathison has been to hell and back. But being responsible for the death of an innocent man is a hell like no other. Longing for redemption, Cole finds himself embroiled in the mysterious disappearance of Keeley Fairchilds young children. Rescuing the children is his missionbut falling in love with the widow of the man he inadvertently killed was never in the plans. When Keeleys life is threatened, Coles demons must take a backseat to the most important mission of his life. He might never know the heaven of Keeleys arms, but hell never survive the hell of failing to save her.

La pasión puede ser mucho más peligrosa que la venganza...

Lachlan MacLean se ha encontrado con bastante más de lo que esperaba. Este jefe de clan bregado en mil batallas acaba de secuestrar a la bella heredera de un clan enemigo y tiene intención de cortejarla y pedirla en matrimonio. Pero a este brusco hombreton no se le dan muy bien las artes de la seduccion, y mucho menos con esta mujer exasperante y terca. Sin embargo, cuando una maldicion pone en peligro la vida de Flora, Lachlan se da cuenta de que su estratagema quiza acabe arrojando reditos amorosos.

Meg Mackinnon sabe que debe encontrar un marido fiel que pueda afianzar el poder de su hermano, el futuro jefe del clan. Cuando Meg deja la corte para empezar la búsqueda de un pretendiente, cae víctima de la emboscada de unos forajidos. El tipo misterioso que sale en su rescate no cumple ninguno de los requisitos que ella tenia en mente, pero si despierta en Meg una pasion innegable. Es Alex MacLeod, que se define a si mismo como un mercenario, un hombre que no debe lealtad a nadie. Pero pronto Meg empieza a sospechar que Alex no es lo que parece, y debera aprender a confiar en su corazon si no quiere arriesgarse a perder para siempre al hombre desu vida. Picante, rapida y fascinante# una lectura que deja sin aliento. Julia London

Scouring the darkest corners of the Highlands and Western Isles, Robert the Bruce handpicks ten warriors to help him in his quest to free Scotland from English rule. They are the best of the best, chosen for their superior skills in each discipline of warfare. And to lead his secret Highland Guard, Bruce chooses the greatest warrior of all. The ultimate Highland warlord and a swordsman without equal, Tor MacLeod has no intention of being drawn into Scotland's war against the English. Dedicated to his clan, the fiercely independent chief answers to no one—especially not to his alluring new bride, bartered to him in a bid to secure his command of the deadliest fighting force the world has ever seen. The treacherous chit who made her way to Tor's bed may have won his hand, but she will never claim his heart. Although her husband's reputation is as fierce as his manner, Christina Fraser believes that something softer hides beneath his brutal shell. But the only warmth she feels is in their bed, in glorious moments of white-hot desire that disappear with the dawn. When Christina's reckless bid to win her husband's love goes awry and thrusts them into danger on the eve of war, Tor will face his ultimate battle: to save his wife and to open his heart—before it's too late.

Framed for a crime he did not commit, Duncan Campbell, the illegitimate son of a chieftain, has returned to the Highlands determined to clear his name after ten years in exile. He is drawn to the unforgettable sensual beauty of Jeannie Gordon, the headstrong girl who once pledged him her love, gave him her innocence, and then betrayed him. Now, in the glow of the moonlight, she defiantly shows Duncan the bad end of a pistol.Jeannie is stunned to discover that the broad-chested brigand she just shot is the rogue who broke her heart years ago. No longer a starry-eyed girl but a woman with dangerous secrets, Jeannie cannot forgive Duncans shattering mistrust of hernor can she sign his death warrant by turning him in. Soon passion flares hotter and bolder than before, sealing a fate the onetime lovers can no longer deny. Caught up in a deadly game of murder and intrigue, Jeannie is willing to risk everything for a man and a love she vows never to lose again.

The ruthless enforcer of Scotlands most powerful clan, Jamie Campbell will use any means necessary to vanquish lawlessness and unrest among the feuding Highland clans. Seduction is a game as easily played as subterfuge, but when Jamie poses a as suitor to a rival clans daughter in order to expose treason, the line between duty and pleasure is suddenly blurred. Ebony-haired, ruby-lipped Caitrina Lamont defies him, denies him, and arouses him like no other woman.Caitrina has no intention of forsaking her beloved father and doting brothers for a husbandespecially a hated Campbell. But Jamies raw, sensual strength and searing kiss melt her resistance. When her idyllic world is shattered, Caitrinas only hope to save her clan lies in the arms of Jamie Campbell, the enemy she holds accountable for its ruin. Can their tenuous truce, born in the velvet darkness of passionate nights, forge a love as strong as the sword that rules the Highlands?

The war for Scotlands sovereignty rages onas Robert the Bruce is crowned king and the Highland Guard, his elite fighting force of legendary warriors, battle for land . . . and love. Prized for his snakelike stealth and deadly strikes, Lachlan Viper MacRuairi is a warrior to enlist but not to trust. His only loyalty is to his purse, his indifference sealed by bitter betrayal. All that changes when Lachlan is tasked to protect and deliver Bella MacDuff to the kings coronationand the proud, lushly sensual countess unwittingly challenges him to his greatest battle yet: to love again.Passionate and devoted, Bella has defied Britains king and her own husband to place the crown on Bruces head, and for this she pays a terrible price: Losing her daughter and her freedom to her husbands vengeance. Imprisoned with barbaric cruelty, she vows to reclaim her child, even if it means selling her souland her bodyto a dark, lethal warrior whose eyes glint like steel, but who makes her skin tingle and her breath race. Together they embark on a rogue mission with sinister twists and turns that threatens not only Bellas gamble to save her daughterbut also her heart.

NATIONAL BESTSELLERAs King Robert the Bruce of Scotland plots to retake his English-occupied castles, he needs the stealth and skill of his elite soldiers, the Highland Guard. Fearless and indomitable, no men are more loyal to their king, or more cherished by the women they love. The talents of legendary marksman Gregor Arrow MacGregor are crucial now, as Bruce moves to reclaim his Scottish holdings. Gregor is considered the most handsome man in Scotland, and his fame as an archer is rivaled only by his reputation with the lasses as a heartbreaker. But when his infamous face is exposed during a covert mission, Gregor is forced to lie low. He returns home only to find a new battle waiting: a daring game of seduction involving his now very grown-up and very desirable ward, Cate of Lochmaben. A born fighter, Cate was clinging to life when Gregor rescued her after a vicious English raid on her village left her mother dead. But five years later, the once scrappy orphan Gregor took under his protection has become a woman. Brave, strong, and skilled in warfare, Cate is determined to lay claim to the warrior who refuses to be trapped. The heat in his eyes tells her she has his attention . . . and his desire. But will Gregor allow his heart to surrender before danger finds them, and the truth of Cates identity is revealed?Praise for Monica McCarty and The Arrow [Monica] McCartys gift lies in writing strong characters into wildly entertainingoften unexpectedscenarios. Readers cant go wrong with her latest.The Washington Post The Highland Guard come to life as McCarty fills her tales with historical accuracy and moving romance. The ninth in the series is well paced, emotional and powerfully told. Dont miss it!RT Book Reviews (Top Pick!) One of the best Highlander historical series out there.The Reading Cafe Heart-wrenching . . . The Arrow made a lasting impression on me.Under the Covers A mixture of passion, history, and great wit to create a tale to captivate your senses! To die for!Addicted to Romance There is danger, laughter, and sweet love and secrets revealed. All the characteristics of a wonderful read.Tea and Book Monica McCarty is an absolutely superior author! Her Highland Guard series has to be one of the absolute best Highland series out there! Fun, fast paced, fact driven and totally fantastic!Bodice Rippers, on The Raider McCarty is a master at writing Highlander romance . . . keeping her Highland Guard series fresh, with spectacularly riveting plots and fabulously romantic couples. . . . If youve not read this series yet, then I strongly suggest that you do.Night Owl Reviews, on The Hunter

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY RT BOOK REVIEWSThe war for Scotlands freedom continues as King Robert the Bruce battles on. At his command is an elite army of trained warriors, soldiers dedicated to their king, their countryand to the remarkable women they love. Prized for his unbeatable tracking skills, Ewen Hunter Lamont accepts a dangerous assignment: locate a missing undercover courier. But this is no ordinary target. Ewen has met his prey before as Sister Genna, a fiery, forbidden woman forever etched in his memory after one stolen, sinful kiss. Now that he knows her real identity, hes more determined than ever to keep her safe. But without the protection of the veil between them, fighting the allure of the beautiful lass may be the toughest battle this extraordinary warrior has ever faced. After her ill-fated attempt three years ago to rescue her twin sister, Janet of Mar has found salvation acting as a royal messengeruntil she surrenders to a darkly handsome warrior whose rough, sensual kisses stir feelings the woman in her cant deny. But when betrayal leads to danger, and a crucial communique is put in jeopardy, Janet has no choice but to put her faith in the hunter who can find anythingperhaps even her heart.Praise for The Hunter [Monica] McCarty breathes life into her memorable characters as they face dangerous adventures. The fresh plots, infused with romance and passion, are also brimming with history and drama. Shes outdone herself with this fiery story of a forbidden love. What a fantastic addition to the series!RT Book Reviews McCarty creates an enjoyable romance with torrid chemistry, appealing characters, and believable historical situations.Publishers Weekly The Hunter is another strong addition to an excellent ongoing series about the lives and loves of the Highland Guards. . . . The research of the time period is very well done, and with an earnestly believable personal story woven in seamlessly. This is another highly enjoyable action-filled read for fans of the series, but can easily be read standalone.Fresh Fiction McCarty is keeping her Highland Guard series fresh, with spectacularly riveting plots and fabulously romantic couples. . . . McCarty is a master at writing Highlander romance. . . . If youve not read this series yet, then I strongly suggest that you do. The Hunter is a must read for all historical romance readers.Night Owl Reviews The adventures of the Highland Guard never disappoint in providing excitement and political intrigue in this series. The historical aspects of the era are finely woven into the wonderful storytelling. . . . But, the romance is the real jewel this time and made The Hunter a truly exceptional story.The Book Nympho Praise for Monica McCarty Monica McCarty is a master of blending fact and fiction.Romance Junkies

Chosen to help Robert the Bruce in his quest to free Scotland from English rule and claim his crown, the legendary team of warriors known as the Highland Guard battles on. Embedded deep behind enemy lines, Arthur Ranger Campbell is prized for his razor-sharp senses and his ability to blend into the shadows. But when Arthur infiltrates the clan of the chieftain who murdered his father, his heart is locked on revenge. Inside he faces unexpected resistance from the sweetest of obstaclesa honey-haired siren who is his enemys daughter.Intrigued by this ruggedly handsome newcomer to her fathers forces, the vivacious, enchanting Anna MacDougall is a woman whose skill at uncovering deception rivals Arthurs own. Though yearning for a quiet life with a good man to love, Anna is drawn to this mysterious knight whose eyes devour her but whose words push her away. As danger, treachery, and the threat of looming war draw them closer into each others arms, a warrior made of steel must make a choice from the heart: love or revenge.

Robert the Bruce consolidates lands and loyalty in a bold war for Scotlands independence, as his elite team of warriors, the Highland Guard, fight for king, country . . . and love. Magnus MacKay is the ultimate Highlander: tough, proud, able to master any terrain and to best his enemies. Called the Saint for his refusal to discuss women, as well as for his cool and steady leadership, Magnus hides a painful truth. It isnt virtue or piety that keeps him silent, but a wound of love and loss that cuts so deep he cannot bear to speak of it. But when the woman who refused him is betrothed to his friend and fellow Guardsman, Magnus is tested by loves battle cry. A wild and innocent beauty, Helen chose family duty over her desire for Magnus. Now the anger in his eyes mirrors the tormented regret in her heart. But as deadly subterfuge stalks the King and his Guard, Helen vows to right her youthful mistakes with a womans determined spirit. Still, Magnus harbors secrets and an iron will not to weaken to temptationor heartacheagain. But as danger looms, its the kiss not of a saint, but of a sinner, that can save them.

SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME Working for Last Chance Rescue, Cole Mathison has been to hell and back. But being responsible for the death of an innocent man is a hell like no other. Longing for redemption, Cole finds himself embroiled in the mysterious disappearance of Keeley Fairchilds young children. Rescuing the children is his missionbut falling in love with the widow of the man he inadvertently killed was never in the plans. When Keeleys life is threatened, Coles demons must take a backseat to the most important mission of his life. He might never know the heaven of Keeleys arms, but hell never survive the hell of failing to save her.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER After consolidating his gains against the enemy English, King Robert the Bruce of Scotland sends his best soldiers to fortify the lawless borders. These legendary warriors of the Highland Guard let nothing come before king and countryexcept the calling of their heart. Of all Bruces elite warriors, Robert Raider Boyd is the most formidable. A true patriot whose bare hands are a deadly weapon, Robbie is the fierce enforcer of the Guard, and his hatred of the English has been honed to a razor-sharp edge. But vengeance proves bittersweet when his enemys beautiful sister falls into his hands and he finds himself fighting temptationa battle he badly wants to lose. Lady Rosalin Clifford barely recognizes the rebel prisoner she saved from execution six years ago. Though her girlish ideals for fairness have matured into a passion for justice, Rosalin believes she betrayed her brother when she helped this dangerous man escape. Now her traitorous act has come back to haunt her. But she cant deny the longing this tormented warrior ignites in her, or deny the passion that turns sworn enemies into lovers. Is the gentle love of a true English Rose enough to free Scotlands most brutal warrior from a path of vengeancebefore its too late?Praise for The Raider McCartys latest Highland Guard novel is a deeply moving and delightful read . . . once again proving that McCarty is a master storyteller.RT Book ReviewsMonica McCarty is an absolutely superior author! Her Highland Guard series has to be one of the absolute best Highland series out there! Fun, fast paced, fact driven and totally fantastic!Bodice Rippers A powerful tale of love, woe, hardship and the power of true love . . . If you enjoy Scottish warriors, Medieval Scotland, romance, and passion, then you will enjoy The Raider. . . . A must-read!My Book Addiction Reviews If you are a fan of historical romance, or any romance for that matter, you will want to not only read The Raider, but the entire Highland Guard series. It is just that good!Coffee and Characters A stimulating romance with a rich historical setting, a conflict to put you on your toes, and a love story to pull at the heart strings . . . well done!Addicted to Romance

Die Highlands ungezahmt und voller Leidenschaft!Einst als Verrater beschuldigt und aus den Highlands vertrieben, kehrt der verbittert auf Rache sinnende Duncan Campbell zehn Jahre spater zuruck, um seinen Namen reinzuwaschen. Nur die Frau, die er einst liebte und verlor, kann ihm dabei zur Seite stehen. Jeannie Grant traut ihren Augen nicht, als Duncan plotzlich vor ihr steht und ihre Hilfe erzwingen will. Vertraute Lust flammt zwischen ihnen auf, doch Jeannie hutet Geheimnisse, die ihrer beider Zukunft gefahrden konnten

Handsome and dangerous, Patrick MacGregor is a wanted man, possessing the tough, tenacious spirit of his outlawed clan. He will stop at nothing to save his people from destruction, even if it means marrying Elizabeth Campbell, the daughter of his worst enemy. Yet the flaxen-haired beauty disarms him from the start. Her sweet, unspoiled softness touches the cold depths of his ravaged souland makes him want much more than revenge.Inside the shy and dutiful Lizzie is a passionate woman longing to emerge, a woman ready for love. So when the piercing emerald eyes and searing kiss of a stranger spark in her a desperate hunger, she surrenders to Patricks glorious seductionunaware that his daring deception has just found its one and only chance for redemption: a love more powerful than hate.

Praised by Julia London as breathless and enthralling, Monica McCartys novels featuring the MacLeods of Skye have won the hearts and minds of romance readers with riveting historical adventure, delightfully independent heroines, and the steamiest Scottish warriors this side of the Highlands. Now McCartys unforgettable trilogy is available in a single eBook bundle: HIGHLANDER UNTAMED Rory MacLeod is a powerful Highland Chief with only one allegianceto his clan. He vows revenge against the rival MacDonald clan, though duty demands a handfast marriage to Isabel MacDonalda bride he has no intention of keeping. Blessed with incomparable beauty, Isabel is prepared to use every means possibleincluding seductionto uncover her husbands most guarded secrets. Instead Rory awakens Isabels deepest desires and her sweetest fantasies. Now Isabel has found the happiness shes always dreamed of . . . with the very man she must betray. HIGHLANDER UNMASKED A hardened mercenary on a secret mission to protect his clan, Alex MacLeod must keep his true purpose hidden. But his dangerous endeavor is threatened by a beautiful woman he saves from outlaws, never dreaming she will appear at court and put his plans in jeopardy. As Meg Mackinnon challenges Alexthe midnight rescuer whose smoldering blue eyes and raw sensuality left her breathlessto reveal his secrets, the stakes grow perilously high, especially for the bold woman who dares to unmask a highlander. HIGHLANDER UNCHAINED A born leader possessing brute strength, Lachlan Maclean will do whatever it takes to protect his claneven if it means abducting the most willful woman in the Highlands. But Lachlan is unprepared for the beautiful spitfire who digs beneath his chiseled exterior. Flora MacLeod is determined to avoid her mothers fate of being bartered away as a marriage prize. Vowing to make her captor pay, she boldly engages him in a battle of wills, sweetening the challenge with dangerous passioneven as the deadly ghosts of a past tragedy reach out to thwart a love that has yet to be spoken.

Monica McCartys novels of Scottish historical romance are the gold standard in a genre known for sensual intrigue. In this riveting trilogy, the men and women of the Campbell clan lose themselves in the velvet darkness of passionate nights, play deadly games of murder and treason, and fight to forge a love as strong as the sword that rules the Highlands. This up-all-night eBook bundle includes: HIGHLAND WARRIOR The ruthless enforcer of Scotlands most powerful clan, Jamie Campbell will use any means necessary to vanquish unrest among the feuding Highlanders, but when he poses as a suitor to a rival clans daughter, the line between duty and pleasure is suddenly blurred. Caitrina Lamont has no intention of forsaking her father and brothers for a husbandespecially a hated Campbell. But Jamies raw, sensual strength and searing kiss melt her resistance. When her idyllic world is shattered, Caitrina finds that her only hope lies in the arms of the enemy. HIGHLAND OUTLAW Handsome and dangerous, Patrick MacGregor is a wanted man who will stop at nothing to save his outlawed clan, even if it means marrying Elizabeth Campbell, the daughter of his worst enemy. Yet the flaxen-haired beauty makes him want much more than revenge. Inside the shy and dutiful Lizzie, a passionate woman longs to emerge. So when the piercing emerald eyes of a stranger spark a desperate hunger, she surrenders to Patricks glorious seductionunaware that his daring deception has just found its one and only chance for redemption. HIGHLAND SCOUNDREL Framed for a crime he did not commit, Duncan Campbell has returned to the Highlands to clear his name. After ten years in exile, Duncan is drawn to the headstrong girl who once betrayed himand who now shows him the bad end of a pistol. No longer a starry-eyed girl but a woman with dangerous secrets, Jeannie Gordon cannot forgive Duncans shattering mistrust of her nor can she sign his death warrant by turning him in. Soon passion flares hotter and bolder than before, sealing a fate the onetime lovers can no longer deny.

THE LEGEND OF THE HIGHLAND GUARD CONTINUES. . . . Handpicked by Robert the Bruce to help him in his quest to free Scotland from English rule, the elite warriors of the Highland Guard face their darkest days. When Bruce is forced to flee, his bid for freedom rests on the shoulders of one extraordinary warrior. Erik MacSorley is a brilliant seafarer who has never encountered a wind he could not harness or a woman he could not winuntil he drags a wet, half-naked nursemaid out of the waters off the Irish coast. Ellies ordinary appearance belies the truth: She is in fact Lady Elyne de Burgh, the spirited daughter of the most powerful noble in Ireland. Worse, this irresistible woman is determined to prove herself immune to Eriks charmsa challenge he cannot resist. Her captor may look every inch a rugged warrior, but Ellie vows that it will take more than a wickedly suggestive caress to impress her. Yet Erik will sweep away Ellies resistance with a desire that resonates deep within her heart. Still, he is a man driven by loyalty, and she is a woman with secrets that could jeopardize Bruces chance to reclaim his throne. As the battle for king and country sounds across the shores, will Ellies love be enough to finally tame the legend known as the Hawk? Surrender to the pleasure of this novel from the Highland Guard series

A hunt for dangerous secrets leads to explosive chemistry in this exhilarating romantic suspense novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Going Dark.A team of Navy SEALs go on a mission and disappear without a trace--they are The Lost Platoon. Investigative reporter Brittany Blake may have stumbled upon the story of a lifetime in her search for her missing brother. When he seemingly disappears overnight, she refuses to accept the Navys less-than-satisfying explanation. She begins her own investigation, which leads her to top-secret SEAL teams, covert ops, and a possible cover up... John Donovan is having trouble biding his time, waiting for his Commanding Officer to figure out who set up their platoon. Johns best friend and BUD/S partner, Brandon Blake, was one of the many lives tragically lost in the attack against his team. When Brandons sister, Brittany, tracks John down, looking for answers, he realizes that she may be their best bet--or bait--for finding out who is targeting SEAL Team Nine.