He’d give his life for her, but his heart was never part of the bargain.
Haunted by guilt, he craves peace… Former privateer and agent for the crown Bryston McPherson only wants one thing. Oblivion. A respite from the crushing grief and guilt he’s felt since his wife’s murder. But peace remains elusive. Until he meets her. The fiery Highlander is everything he never thought he’d have again—light, happiness, joy. Too bad he doesn’t deserve her and can never claim her for his own…
She seeks freedom and adventure… Branwen Glanville craved excitement, but she got way more than she bargained for with Bryston. When a case of mistaken identity puts her in grave danger, the surly Scot spirits her away to his ship…and steals her heart in the process. It’s just her unfortunate luck that he’ll never allow himself to return her affections.
Bryston’s resolve is put to the test as he races to outwit a vengeful pirate and protect Branwen. But it’s not long before he starts to think a happily ever after with the Scottish lass of his dreams just might be possible after all … if he can keep Branwen alive long enough to claim it. ____________________________________________________________________________ Sexy Scots, spies, and secret treasures. This sigh-worthy Scottish historical by a USA Today bestselling author will have you sitting on the edge of your chair to see if Bryston and Branwen find their hard-won happily ever after.
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