Highland Danger (Historical Erotic) (Highlander Deception II)

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Did not enjoy this and it was so different from the first book that I loved. This book is filled with suspense, villainy and treachery. The characters are well developed and the story is fast-paced. Lady Angelique Drummagan is half French and half Scot and she has a very poor opinion of men because her mother taught her that they can never be faithful. However, her father has passed away and she is his actual heir because they hold a title that can pass through the female line as well as the male. Sir Lachlan MacGrath has served his king well and the king wants to reward him appropriately.

The king knows that Angelique will be unable to lead the clan because she is female and French - not to mention that there is a male relative who has every intention of usurping the clan Lairdship for himself. So, the king orders Lachlan and Angelique to wed. The action starts from there and goes through to the end of the book. You'll enjoy watching Lachlan and Angelique grow to care for one another and defeat the bad guys at the same time! This is the one book in the series I wasn't sure I wanted to bother reading.

Lachlan, AKA "The Seducer of the Highlands," was presented as such a ladies' man to the point he had two illegitimate sons in the village by two different women, one could only wonder how many others he had strewn about the countryside. To Lachlan's credit he claimed and supported both sons and was determined to have a relationship with them but had no intentions to settle down and marry for many years - after all he wasn't the Chief of the MacGrath Clan and had no need to marry.

While on a mission to England on behalf of his brother, Alasdair MacGrath, Lachlan finds himself having the run of King James' court and "The Seducer of the Highlands" soon finds himself involved with the lovely ladies. What he doesn't count on is being mistakenly accused of compromising the lovely Lady Angelique Drummagan, ward of the King. It seems she is quite the spitfire and the King wants her married and out of his way so he gives her a choice of three men, including Lachlan - none of whom she desires to marry.

But, she has to marry someone so she chooses Lachlan which results in Lachlan actually becoming an Earl and the possessor of Draughton Castle, Angelique's inheritance. This story is actually quite humorous in some respects. Lachlan's good friends Dirk and Rebbie are continually by his side and Rebbie's teasing nearly drives Lachlan up the wall. Having never had to actually chase the ladies - no, it seems they have continually chased him, Lachlan doesn't quite get Angelique who wants nothing to do with him.

When she requires that he have his "tarse" inspected for disease before she will allow him to bed her, Lachlan is so determined to have her that he finds a physican and submits himself to a humiliating experience. Rebbie finds out about the exam and continues his fun at Lachlan's expense. I enjoy these parts. In time, it seems that Lady Angelique has some strong reasons to fear the act of marriage and someone is indeed set on killing her and taking their revenge. When Lachlan takes Angelique to Draughton Castle, will he be accepted as the rightful ruler?

Thankfully he has Dirk and Rebbie to watch his back. Actually, Lachlan turned out so much better than I thought he would. He is kind to Angelique, gentle and persuasive and eventually determined to become a man that she will accept as a husband. At some point, he has some internal struggles and his pride about his ability to lead and protect comes under his own scrutiny. But of course, he rises from the ashes and brings it all together.

I have read all of them and I loved Lachlan's will to change and Angelique's refusal to be just another member of his harem. This story was just so gosh darned fun! I loved Lachlan in the previous "episode" He loves ALL women and simply feels they're put on earth just for him to enjoy. He's a loveable rascal in the first sense of the word. But he's ready for a change in his life - - a new life of sorts He needs a "sense of purpose" and he feels a need to settle down; so he welcomes marriage.

His Betrothed is more of a wasp than a butterfly, but Lachlan welcomes the challenge of subduing his new Bride, and seducing her. Lady Angelique Drummagan, Countess of Draughon is the only child and heir of her deceased parents. She wants a weak husband Someone who will allow her to run her own Estates and leave her the hell alone! She vows hers will be a marriage in name only. She's a hell-cat and a real spitfire. Besides that, she is aware of Lachlans whore-man reputation and is disgusted with him.

Angelique has no real say in the matter oh the King "goes through the motions" of giving her a choice of husband, but it's all for show. I found this story to be fun and delightful with womanizer Lachlan meeting his match with a woman who doesn't want him. This is "a first" for him. And he's married to her!

Surprisingly he takes his marriage vows seriously. Of course he's very attracted to his new Bride His confusion at her refusal to respond to his charm is a crack up. He's a spoiled, mischievious little boy in a mans body. I just loved Angeliques' character as well. She's strong, stubborn, feisty and full of pluck. She has a temper! She begins to realize the more she get's to know him that he's sincere in his desire to remain faithful to her - - that his womanizing days are over. She slowly begins to trust him. Simply hysterical dialogue at times. It was well developed and this Author puts a lot of attention to detail.

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You will have to read and find out the answers from this magnificent book! Must read this heart string puller with characters that glide off the pages right into the reader's heart. Even the secondary characters are extraordinary. Hope there is future books fo shy Fergus, Lachlan's brother Malcolm, the handsome flirtatious cousin Brodie or the best friend Alan who is direct, open and honest. I was totally delighted by this exceptional book and totally swept away! Having all the elements historical romance readers are looking for.

It has a potent mixture of true factual Scottish history with an exhilarating fictional Scottish romance! As its is set on the aftermath of the first and second Bishops wars and on the cusp of the third! As it was a horrid time of deadly treacherous political and religious plots, schemes, murder, assassination attempts, and more. Plus her fictional story is beautifully and superbly written, as she writes like a pro she has been writing novels for years!

Beautiful Scottish setting, amazing dialogue, powerful plots within plots! There is so many weaving twists and turns that the reader heads will spin, when you think you know everything and boom another surprise! Bailey is it is obvious you picked a craft you were born to do! So thrilled you decided to go on this marvelous journey as a writer and picking my favorite genre Scottish historical romance! I can't wait to read the next book in your a Highland Pride series. Definitely readers this is a new author you don't want to miss! Aug 07, April rated it it was amazing Shelves: What a captivating and seductive Scottish Romance set in Scotland.

Hard to believe Ms. Bailey is a debut author! The only thing left for her, is to run for her life and enter a convent for protection. But, she runs right into the path of Lachlan and his men. Swore to protect her, but afraid of her deception, for he knows she is not telling him everything. Is she a spy for his enemies? Battling a fierce attraction, suspicion at every turn, and political and religious intrigue, as well, as turmoil that could threaten to tear two clans apart.

Can Lachlan and Maggie find love amist intrigue and doubt? Steeped in deceit, treachery, betrayal, treason, and the brutal reality of warfare and a dangerous deception. Or lose everything to betrayal, and deceit? Well written with well-developed, captivating and seductive characters. The storyline is unique, intriguing, powerful and compelling. An emotionally charged Scottish Romance that will pull any Scottish lover into the story and hold them in rapture.

Fans of Scottish Romance, Highlanders, intrigue, treachery, treason and so much more, really should pick up "Highland Deception" for their reading pleasure. I look forward to the next installment. Received for an honest review from Net Galley. However, all opinions and thoughts are my own. Mild-Some degree of hotness Reviewed by: Jul 31, Brittany rated it really liked it Shelves: I received this from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a good story. I enjoyed it a great deal. Maggie is looking for her freedom and runs away from home to avoid being married to a horrible guy. Lachlan is a man trying to save his clan and protect his allies. The romance between the two characters was really fun to read about it. I will definitely be looking for more from this author. Aug 03, Lissette Hicks rated it it was amazing. This book was great!!

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Hard to believe that this is her first book. I loved all the characters and can't wait to read Alan's story. She writes a beautiful story and she does an excellent job describing Scottland. Aug 09, Carmella Siciliano rated it really liked it. I received a free ARC in exchange for an honest opinion. Lachlan has sworn to never marry after the woman he was betrothed to since they were kids betrays him.

Maggie has run away from home as her father planned to marry her off to a sadistic, abusive man. Maggie is on the run, dressed as a boy. Her plans are to get away and go to a Convent for the rest of her life. Lachlan and his men are trying to get home and meet with other clan chiefs as they have a letter that is proof of treachery in a very I received a free ARC in exchange for an honest opinion. Lachlan and his men are trying to get home and meet with other clan chiefs as they have a letter that is proof of treachery in a very tense political and religious time.

Maggie has stopped to water her horse and rest. She hears horses and hides and then hears more coming from the other side. Lachlan's group has met up and is skirmishing with others. The others soon leave as they know they are beat. Malcolm, his younger brother is hurt and Maggie rushes out to help him without any thought of danger to herself. She is a healer and she must help him. When Lachlan sees this he thinks his brother is being harmed and grabs Maggie, or the lad he thinks she is, slamming her back and knocking her out. As they travel Maggie keeps mainly to herself but one day she goes to wash and Lachlan follows her and discovers her secret!

This is no lad! It doesn't take long before the others know also but what bothers Lachlan is that she won't tell him who she is, where she is from. He knows she is running but has no idea why. Since he already has an issue with trusting women, this doesn't help. There is an attraction growing between them.

He finds himself protective of her as much as distrustful. Her distrust is that he will send her home. Will they both survive to enjoy the love they feel? Maggie wants nothing more than to live a normal life and be a healer. To her father, she was a pawn for political gain. Her mother only cared about getting love from a husband that was incapable of loving a woman. Lachlan tries to find every reason not to care about her but nothing will free them until the threat that waits for them both show their face! I enjoyed this book. Lachlan was a good man, he cared about his people and their welfare, he felt so betrayed by his ex-betrothed that trust was impossible.

Maggie saw that he was caring of others but felt she couldn't trust him. He knew she would never make it at a convent. These two butted heads from the beginning Aug 21, 1-Click Addict Support Group rated it really liked it. So disappointed this is a debut novel—I wish there were more! I was in the mood to escape and that is exactly what I did in this romance set in the historical Scottish Highlands. Maggie is running from a brutal life she sees no other escape from.

Maggie and Lachlan, plus his family and clan, were all characters that were immediately likable and endearing. She was bold and practical, not afraid to get down in the mud or go toe-to-toe with the alpha clan leader. She had little reason to trust but Lachlan cornered the market on distrust and suspicion.

He was a warrior despite his warming feelings for her, and it was not hard to picture him in the thick of battle with a kilt and claymore. Actually, it was quite pleasant to think of that! Surrounded by political intrigue and danger from a few different corners, how this duo managed to connect despite the secrets they both kept was a testament to true love.

With characters I adored, along with suspense, chivalry, and love, why would I want to leave? Aug 09, Amanda Richardson rated it really liked it. I enjoyed Lori Ann Bailey's "Highland Deception", it was a well written, passionate historical romance. Maggie wants to escape a betrothal to a cruel man and decides the only way to accomplish that is to run away.

Lachlan previously had his heart broken by a beautiful woman, they were engaged and he found out she was plotting his death behind his back. Maggie dresses as a boy and leaves her father's keep. When she stumble upon a battle and sees a man hurt, she doesn't hesitate, she grabs her heal I enjoyed Lori Ann Bailey's "Highland Deception", it was a well written, passionate historical romance. When she stumble upon a battle and sees a man hurt, she doesn't hesitate, she grabs her healing bag and begins to heal his almost life threatening wound.

Lachlan doesn't trust this lovely woman dressed as a boy. He knows he wants her, but he doesn't trust her at all. Lachlan takes her with him on their journey. He is determined to find out who she is and find out of it he can trust her. Maggie and Lachlan slowly fall for each other. Of course there is an instant attraction, but they take their time with each other.

This is a sweet story between Maggie and Lachlan. There were a couple of times I wished they would talk to each other and there were only a few silly misunderstandings. Maggie had a knack for putting herself into danger and Lachlan had a knack for rescuing her. Good read, I recommend it! I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review Aug 03, Brenda rated it it was amazing Shelves: Scotland, August Maggie and Lachlan must fight their growing attraction, battling suspicion and intrigue as religious and political turmoil threaten to tear their clans apart.

But Maggie's free spirit and charms enthrall him while he works to discover if she is innocent…or a spy scheming Description: This is a well written and well thought out debut novel. I loved the characters and the story. I had to make certain that this was a debut effort as I was amazed at the quality of the story as a whole.

This is an amazing debut novel that I would give a 4. I anxiously await more from this author. I received a digital ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. Aug 11, Anita rated it really liked it. While in battle, he mistakes a maiden who is trying to help with one who kills. Maggie Murray ran away from a marriage to an abusive tyrant. This is a good historical romance for anyone who loves high-spirited, intelligent women and the clansmen who love them.

The action and suspense made me want to see what happened next, and I stayed up late to find out. I want to read more from this author because I believe this will be a successful series. An Advanced Reading Copy was received in exchange for an honest review. Aug 07, Debra Martin rated it really liked it. I was impressed with this debut book by Ms. There was a solid plot with a few twists thrown in. The descriptions of landscapes were vivid and brought them alive for me.

She did a good job of letting us know what Lachlan and Maggie were thinking and feeling.

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Their growing attraction despite Lachlan's reservations was believable. I was glad to see that Maggie was not a timid little mouse, but had a bit of a wild streak. Growing up with 3 older brothers allowed her to develop skills that yo I was impressed with this debut book by Ms. Growing up with 3 older brothers allowed her to develop skills that young women were usually denied. There were a few spots where I would have liked to know more, but overall, this was an enjoyable Highland romance. Fans of Scottish romance stories will definitely enjoy this one. I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Aug 24, A Klue rated it liked it Shelves: This debut author definitely has the writing style to make it big in the the competitive world of Scottish historical romance. From her authentic details, intriguing storyline, and interesting characters, who have just enough Scottish brogue to make any lass swoon, she has me wanting to know more about each and every character. However, as an avid true romantic at heart, there are some major character issues that leave me very disappointed, which caused me to lower my overall rating.

I decided t This debut author definitely has the writing style to make it big in the the competitive world of Scottish historical romance. I decided to break my review down into two categories to help clarify facts vs. Right from the start, Laird Lachlan and Maggie dance around each other and try to deny their instant attraction. He has so much baggage from a manipulative ex-fiance he refuses to ever trust a woman or his heart again. Each move he makes will be about protecting his people. By refusing to reveal her true identity, he assumes she is hiding a secret that could lead to clan war or may even be a spy sent by his greatest enemy, Conall.

He ultimately decides to just use her for bedsport, then take her wherever she wants to go once he is bored with her. Margaret Murray is definitely on the run. Yes, she does have a connection to Conall, but it is an unwanted one. Well, not if she can get to a nunnery first! After Lachlan mistakenly almost kills her, he reluctantly takes her to his castle. She knows if she reveals Conall as her betrothed, Lachlan will immediately take her back to her father to avoid any possible clan conflict.

He often admitted he would be tossing her aside once he was bored with her. How gracious of him to be the one to volunteer to despoil her virtue! After the truth came off, he got off with a simple apology, folks. That also did not sit well with me. Maggie had little self-respect for herself, as well. At least, she finally did try to leave Lachlan after thinking he had been with another woman. After all, it is called romance for a reason. I look forward to reading this author again, but hope she will give us a more deserving couple who will stop at nothing until they get their HEA.

Highland Pride Book 1 , Author: Lori Ann Bailey, Pages: This review is based on ARC ebook received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest, unbiased opinion. No monetary compensation was made. View all 5 comments. Aug 03, Laura rated it it was amazing Shelves: I am finding it hard to believe this is a book by a debut author. It was as woven together and solidly written as some of my favorite Highland romance authors.

It had everything that made it impossible to put down; treachery, betrayal, suspense, romance and love. Maggie was a strong female character fleeing from her home in order to escape a disastrous marriage set up by her father who did not have any redeeming qualities himself. She runs into Lachlan, who is the complete opposite of man she h I am finding it hard to believe this is a book by a debut author. She runs into Lachlan, who is the complete opposite of man she has ever met. He had so many strong character traits that were likely due to the loving home he was brought up in.

His most endearing quality was a heart for those who couldn't fight for themselves and his one major flaw was some major trust issues he had been burned in the past. Maggie hid her identity from Lachlan for more than halfway through the book and while that is something that typically annoys me it worked with their storyline. I typically like a little more heat in a Highland romance but it was still wonderful and I hope the follow up story is just as riveting. Aug 13, Ann Fanni Ann rated it it was amazing. I would never have known that Lori Ann was a debut author, I was captivated by this story from the very first page and couldn't put it down.

I loved the characters, especially Lachlan , my new book boyfriend, and thought they interacted really well, I do hope she keeps them in mind for other books. I'm looking forward to reading more from her. This is the story of Lachlan Cameron and Margaret Murray, they both have issues, he has been hurt and betrayed by his betrothed and doesn't trust women and I would never have known that Lori Ann was a debut author, I was captivated by this story from the very first page and couldn't put it down.

This is the story of Lachlan Cameron and Margaret Murray, they both have issues, he has been hurt and betrayed by his betrothed and doesn't trust women and so decides never to marry, she is betrothed to a monster who has sworn he will break her when they are wed, she has managed to put off the inevitable, but now her time has come to an end and she knows that her father won't break the contract as it is an aid for his political alliance, so she flees and thinks to go to a convent knowing it would be a better life than being used in the ways of men and alliances, and she doesn't want a marriage where her husband only sees her as chattel.

There is a lot more to the story, and this is just the opener. You'll find adventure, disloyalty, jealousy, bewilderment and romance in this want to read again and again book. Aug 18, Petula rated it really liked it. Maggie Murray has run away from from her father's castle.

She will not marry the monster that she has been betrothed to. Her father and brothers don't believe her when she tries to tell them what he is like. During her escape she finds herself in the middle of a battle. She must not let anyone know who she is. They will send her back to her Powerful Father. Laird Lachlan Cameron is returning home from Edinburgh with evidence of a dangerous conspiracy and a boy that needs to be protected. The need Maggie Murray has run away from from her father's castle. The needs of his clan must come before anything or anyone.

A grand highland adventure for a very protective Laird and a brave young healer. The characters are all great entertainment. This story caught me on the first page and kept the pages flying past. A sexy interesting read. Aug 24, Debbie Glenn Brown rated it it was amazing. Maggie Murray has ran away from a marriage to an abusive tyrant that her father insist is best for the Clan. A great story with Lachlan and Maggie learning to trust each other filled with intrigue, treason, and betrayal and find their HEA. Aug 22, Tammy rated it it was amazing.

Maggie is running away from home to escape a horrible marriage to an abusive man. When she is wounded she is rescued by Lachlan Cameron as their attraction grows for each other, Lachlan wonders how much he can truly trust her and what will he do when he finds out her identity. This is a fast paced historical read with great characters and plenty of drama and suspense. Aug 10, Bridget Hall rated it it was amazing. Lori Ann Bailey wove a wonderfully magical tale in this book. The plot was well thought out and the characters were artfully defined.

There were just enough heart pounding moments to make keep you captivated. Lachlan and Maggie are a very entertaining match, each with their own idiosyncrasies to keep you both guessing and laughing. I cannot wait to read more of her books especially looking forward to Alan's story! Jul 22, Diane rated it really liked it. Aug 23, Ida Oakes rated it it was amazing. This is a great love story! You would never know this is a debut novel.

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Such a beautiful story of two people who had given up on love and happiness. I couldn't put it down! Definitely a MUST read!!! Jul 22, Isabelle Morebooksthanlivros rated it really liked it. He wanted-no, needed to see those blue eyes filled with pleasure, her head tilting back as she accepted his body into hers. I can see the book in it after reading, I can guess is in Scotland, the title is pertinent to the book, the red on the grass backdrop is beautiful. This book had a great plot.

In fact, there are a few sub-plots going on with some twists. I love the concept of a woman rebelling against the outdated idea of arranged marriage. I love all the characters. Maggie, the kick-ass heroine that ran away from home dressed as a boy and knows how to ride and work the bow. Lachlan the huge, alpha warrior that is tempted by the girl but is hung up on the past. The secondary characters are also amazing. I love the romance, the couple's chemistry was instantaneous and undeniable.

The lovemaking is beautiful! With good descriptions, creativity, and real enough. It was a hard to put down book. I have ended wanting more. I'm really looking forward to read I guess Lachlan's sister love story. It's not a book with a lot of fresh new ideas, but it's masterfully crafted that you don't miss the great originality. He was her first, and he would be her only. He never wanted another man to see that look she'd given him as she'd climaxed beneath him.

This review was originally posted on More Books Than Livros Aug 23, Erin Kelly rated it liked it. As a fan of all things Scotland, I was predisposed to like this book although, while Bailey does a great job with her debut, it was a tale of two cities for me.

On the road, she unwittingly falls in with a group of men from another clan while showcasing her healing skills. Fearing that they will return her to her fate, she refuses to tell them who she is, which is a problem for their leader, Lachlan. Lachlan falls for her; conflicts arise. My Thoughts- This story began with a bang and hooked me immediately. I did identify with Maggie, which could be why I took her mistreatment to heart.

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