Mia Pride

Falling through time was part of her plan. Falling for him was out of the question.2023Growing up an orphan, the only family Emilie Wilshire ever had was her best friend, Caitriona. But ever since Cait fell through the veil of time, Emilie's attempts to follow have fallen flat. The same cave that pulled her friend through rejects Emilie every time. Now she'll never see Cait again or meet her son, Lucas. Living alone in a small flat in the heart of Edinburgh, Emilie works as a tour guide and spends her nights researching her geology, making a fascinating discovery: she is a descendant of Caitriona's son. After leading a tour of Edinburgh's haunted underground vaults, a terrifying encounter leaves Emilie with a head injury. When she awakens, she finds herself in another place and time - Cait's time. However, Emilie's reunion with Cait is compromised when she discovers why she was sent back in time: Lucas is in danger, and only Emilie can save him. If she fails, her entire family line disappears-including herself.686 ADGoodwin Mac Dougal has long been satisfied with his life as a warrior, guard to the royal family, best friend to the king, and casual relationships with women. But ever since King Brodyn fell in love with a woman from the future, Goodwin has been restless, seeking more from life than fighting enemies and meaningless encounters with women. But in this wee village, no lass strikes his fancy. When a strange woman arrives, bound and slung across another warrior's horse, Goodwin is immediately drawn to this mysterious woman-and he knows that wherever she is from, it is not the year 686. She claims to know Queen Caitriona, and Goodwin recognizes her odd ways. Emilie, a beauty unlike any other, is from the future. Though she has a bonny face, her arrival means danger looms. When he's tasked with guarding her, Goodwin must also guard his heart, for she will return home soon, and their intense connection may be more dangerous than the enemy lying in their midst. Pict by TimeWhere the Thistle GrowsWhere the Stars LeadWhere the Ocean Ends

Falling through time was unavoidable. Falling for him was disastrous.2023Scotland is a land of lore and legend, but archeologist Caitriona Murray prefers physical evidence to ancient tales. Joining a major excavation off the northern Scotland coast, Caitriona cannot wait to discover a cave's buried secrets. Because of reoccurring dreams of an ancient man's death, she is convinced that a Pictish king is buried within those cave walls. But soon, Cait discovers more secrets in that cave than just bones. Finding herself face to face with the man who haunts her dreams, Cait is thrown into the lost world she'd spent her entire life studying and is faced with an undeniable reality: she has traveled back in time, this king believes she is his bride, and Cait isn't sure she will ever make it back home. Danger threatens from every direction, but falling in love with a man destined to die brutally in battle may be her greatest downfall.685 ADKing Brodyn Mac Cuill is determined to keep his people safe, even if it means marrying a strange woman from a rival tribe. An alliance is his only chance at gathering an army large enough to defeat their southern enemies, the Angles, who challenge him daily. When his bride arrives, she is confused and resistant to marriage. She isn't the bride he'd hoped for, but lives are at stake. His new bride confuses him with her strange behavior, yet he finds her fascinating and irresistible. When danger follows in her wake, Brodyn must question her loyalties and everything he ever knew. Their connection is undeniable, but can he trust his bride, who claims to be from the future, or is she a trap sent by his enemy?

I want ye with a ferocity that frightens me. Abandoned as a wee bairn and lovingly raised by the Keiths, Matilda has spent her entire life pondering her identity. When the truth proves more sinister than expected, she is desperate to hide her shameful secret despite the missives that continue to arrive, threatening both Matilda and her kin. Even death is preferable to losing the trust of those she loves, for surely, the Keiths and Irvines will disown her if they discover their enemy's blood runs through her veins. Preferring the life of a traveling knight, Reginald Irvine lives for the moment, never focusing on tomorrow. When ordered to discover the contents of Matilda's mysterious missives, Reginald relishes the task. He will charm the truth out of the lovely lass, then be off on his next journey. But when Matilda pushes him away and finds herself in danger, Reginald determines to protect her at all costs, even if the cost is losing his life... or his heart. Tired of the threats, Matilda takes matters into her own hands, and Reginald gladly follows. If their plan succeeds, they will save hundreds of lives. If they fail, they have more to lose than just their heads. But, when tempers flare, desires are spoken, and attraction turns to passion, the enemy on their heels is no longer the only threat to life as they know it. Irvines of DrumBook 1 - For Love of a Laird Book 2 - Like a Laird to a Flame ​​​​​​​Book 3 - Maid for the Knight

I wish to drive ye mad for the rest of yer life Mary Hamilton is no stranger to scandal. As the former Laird of Drum's lover, she has been on the receiving end of many dark stares. But when he died in battle, leaving her alone and carrying his unborn child, darkness was all she had left. A woman cannot raise a child alone without scorn, but she would prefer to face the judgment of others than marry to save her reputation. The need for an advantageous marriage is a burden that Sir William Keith, Laird of Dunnottar and Marischal of Scotland, is all too familiar with. If only every prospective bride did not make him wish to jump off the cliffs surrounding his castle. When an invitation arrives to celebrate the Yule with his Sister at Drum Castle, William is eager to accept and escape the constant reminder of his plight... until the reason for his invitation becomes as apparent as the contempt Mary holds for him. She needs a husband and a father for her child. He needs a wife and an heir. But a marriage of convenience has never felt less convenient as they seem to fight more than they breathe. However, despite William's resolve to keep his distance, there is a spark in the darkness that surrounds the lass, one that draws him in-like a moth to a flame. But, just like a fire burning out of control, the heat between them may only burn them both in the end. Irvines of DrumBook 1 - For Love of a LairdBook 2 - Like a Laird to a FlameBook 3 - Maid for the Knight

She was a wonder of the world, and she was married to his brother. Betrothed to the elderly laird of their enemy, disillusionment and duty are all Elizabeth Keith has ever known. She may never know true love, but her people will finally know peace. However, when tragedy strikes more than once, and Elizabeth is pawned from laird to laird, unexpected desires for one man threaten to compromise her dutiful existence, forcing her to defy the rules. As the spare to the heir, Robert Irvine understands his obligation to the clan during these volatile times. But, marrying his brother's beautiful widow is more than he bargained for, and nothing he is prepared for. When all he never wanted becomes all he ever needed, Robert suddenly stands to lose it all. When war is a constant threat, and a marriage to Elizabeth is the key to peace, Robert will do all he can to secure both, until he discovers she has done something that may destroy them both. Irvines of DrumBook 1 - For Love of a LairdBook 2 - Like a Laird to a FlameBook 3 - Maid for the Knight

She was a wonder of the world, and she was married to his brother. Book 1 in the NEW "Irvines of Drum" series is now available Betrothed to the elderly laird of their enemy, disillusionment and duty are all Elizabeth Keith has ever known. She may never know true love, but her people will finally know peace. However, when tragedy strikes more than once, and Elizabeth is pawned from laird to laird, unexpected desires for one man threaten to compromise her dutiful existence, forcing her to defy the rules. As the spare to the heir, Robert Irvine understands his obligation to the clan during these volatile times. But, marrying his brother's beautiful widow is more than he bargained for, and nothing he is prepared for. When all he never wanted becomes all he ever needed, Robert suddenly stands to lose it all. When war is a constant threat, and a marriage to Elizabeth is the key to peace, Robert will do all he can to secure both, until he discovers she has done something that may destroy them both. Irvines of DrumBook 1 - For Love of a LairdBook 2 - Like a Laird to a FlameBook 3 - Maid for the Knight

BrentIn college, I had everything I could ever want: A budding career and the love of my life, Crystal Macintosh. She was my high school sweetheart and my twin sister's best friend. But one night, a practical joke went bad, and the joke was on me. I lost Crystal that day, and along with her, all I ever wanted. Soon, I had a daughter to raise, but when Grace was diagnosed with autism, her mother took off. I was all alone... until the day Crystal walked into a conference room with the key to my daughter's success, and the key to my heart. However, convincing her I'm worth a second chance is proving much harder than I ever imagined, and asking her to meet Grace and face the ghosts from our past may be more than either of us are ready for. CrystalBrent Stevenson broke my heart in college. I never knew why he did what he did, but it took years for me to bury the pain - with bad dates, one-night stands, and my passion for working with kids with autism. Just when all my hard work was about to pay off, I discovered the man who ripped my heart out years ago was now the financial investor of my biggest project. Now, I have to convince him to fund my life's work, and he isn't going to make it easy. After being assigned to work with his daughter, in his home, I find myself facing some hard truths. The circumstances that drove us apart aren't what they seem, I'm still in love with Brent, and... I'm falling in love with his daughter, Grace. The baby that once drove us apart, is now the little girl bringing us together. Raising Grace is a full-length steamy, romantic comedy that will tug at your heartstrings and prove that love knows no boundaries, nor does autism.

He expected a reunion. Instead, he found disaster... Brennain Mac Greine can have any woman in all riu. Unfortunately, the only woman he wants is still in Alba, across the sea. Years of dreaming and wondering if he will ever see her again become a reality when his king orders him to travel to Alba and seek out their enemy. He will do as his king commands... and seek the woman who has consumed his mind in the process. But when he arrives, he is forced to face a distasteful truth. Morna has loved Brennain for years, but she lost him and any hope of a future with him when he returned to riu. When he shows up once again in Alba, she is faced with memories of a love she never forgot. Brennain wants her back but there is only one problem: she's no longer available. Married out of necessity, Morna doesn't care that her husband turned traitor and abandoned her and his daughter. She is glad to be rid of him and plans to dissolve the marriage, but Brennain has other plans... whether she approves or not. Surrounded by a foreign army and an old enemy from riu, war is imminent and Brennain's loyalty must be to his king, but that will not stop him from having victory both in battle and in love... even if he must risk his honor to achieve it.

She is determined to be his wife... All her life, Brianna Math na vowed to one day marry her childhood companion, Robert O'Faolain. The eldest of the Wolf Brothers, Robert is strong, handsome, and all she could ever want in a husband. After years of waiting for an offer of marriage, she finally receives one... from the wrong brother. Living in poverty, her dying father implores her to accept the offer. Letting go of her dream, Brianna marries Ferghus knowing she may love him someday, but can she ever stop loving Robert? He must choose between his brother and the woman he loves... After years of avoiding his feelings, Robert must face the truth: he is desperately in love with Brianna. Unfortunately, she is now his brother's wife. Known as the Wolf Brothers, the two men have been inseparable their entire lives, and Ferghus means everything to Robert... but so does Brianna. By the time he is ready to settle down and marry her, Ferghus has already made his intention to wed the lass known. How can Robert ask for Brianna's hand, without crushing his brother's heart? When Ferghus offers for Brianna, Robert is forced to hide his love for his own brother's wife, cursing himself for waiting too long. But when the worst loss of his life also brings him a second chance at love, can Robert push past his grief and accept the last wish of his brother, or will his loyalty to Ferghus's memory push him further away from all he ever wanted: a chance to finally make Brianna his wife?

****2019 InD'Tale Magazine RONE Award Finalist**** Growing up under the threat of constant attack, Flynn knows that remaining vigilant is the only way to survive. When one enemy falls, another rises. As his king's best informant, his days are spent traveling in dangerous territory. His life is one of duty. There is no time for women or love, even if a particularly bonny healer continues to catch his eye. Growing up surrounded by violent men, Maggie fears them all. Though a talented healer, being around the warriors of the village terrifies her, making her duties more than difficult. Only Flynn Mac Greine makes her question her fears, but no matter what, she must avoid him... even if he is the first man to make her feel something more. He is still a warrior and, therefore, prone to violence. But, when word arrives that Flynn is mortally wounded and stranded alone in the woods, Maggie must face her fears and risk all to save him, but he may not be the only one to be saved. "The pacing is engaging, the main characters are well-thought-out and likable, and the ending is powerful There is a hint of mysticism in the Celtic origins of this tale, which adds interest and intrigue. This is an original story with wonderful characters " - InD'Tale Magazine Rated 18+ due to adult content

She will not be tamed... Aislin Mac Cecht is not like other lassies. She prefers her bow, connecting with nature, and most importantly, her freedom. Marriage and children would only tie her down. No man could ever possibly accept her as she is, feral and stubborn to a fault, and she refuses to change for anyone, despite her family's insistence that she settle down. He would never dream of trying... Alastar Mac Murray vowed never to get married. He much prefers to spend his nights with as many lassies as possible, living a life of ease and freedom, even if his easy smile and witty banter hide the painful shadows of his past. But when he first sees Aislin in her short hide dress, bow slung over her shoulder as she berates her brother, all his plans change. He will have Aislin Mac Cecht, and taming her is the last thing on his mind. One reckless wager, the kiss of a lifetime, and an opportunity to secure the lass of his dreams has Alastar proposing a handfast to Aislin. She keeps her freedom and silences her family, and he wins the girl... for only one year and one day. She vows to leave when it's over. He vows to keep her forever. Can two people who value freedom over love find happiness in both? Rated 18+ due to adult content

Jeoffrey is done with war and women. Both only leave disaster in their wake. A warrior by birth, all he wants is a new start at a peaceful life, forgetting the horrors of his past. But some wounds never heal, especially those caused by a red-haired lass who haunts his dreams and fuels his nightmares. When that very lass turns up in his village badly beaten and holding a child, his nightmares become a reality. She may be the last person he ever wished to see again, but now she is staying in his home, consuming his life. Honor forces him to help her recover but prides demands he keeps his distance. Some secrets go to the grave, and Clarice has enough to fill her own. But she isn't prepared to face death yet. When a violent man forces her into marriage, she risks all to save her and her son, never expecting her journey to bring her back to Jeoffrey. Her love for him is just as strong as ever, as is his hate for her. His terms are clear. He will care for her, then he will send her away. But nothing stays buried forever, and when truths are revealed, Jeoffrey may discover that Clarice and forgiveness can be the best salvation of all. A steamy Celtic romance.rated 18+

Nothing about the legend has gone as expected... After almost twenty years with no word from the gods, the Sisters of Danu have begun to believe their legendary fate has been forgotten. With their children almost grown, the Sisters enjoy their well-earned peace. But war is imminent and old enemies threaten to upend their peaceful existence. When a druid arrives with a final task from the gods, the Sisters of Danu discover they must go to war and finally fulfill their destiny to save all of riu. Their daughters have different plans... Having grown up without any evidence that the legend is true, Treasa, Alyson, and Leannan have more important things on their mind than fulfilling destiny and fighting wars...such as handsome lads and love. But when they seek love in all the wrong places, nothing but danger and turmoil follow. When love leads to war and war leads to love, can the Sisters of Danu keep their family together and still win the final battle to fulfill their fate? Or will the desire for forbidden love tear them all apart? This is book 3 of the Sisters of Danu Series and is best read in order. Intended for 18+ due to adult content

She will not be the unwanted bride... Ceara has been promised to Garreth Mac Cecht her entire life. Arranged marriages are not at all common within her tribe, yet she had accepted her fate long ago, reveled in it even. Being arranged to marry a man as handsome as Garreth was no hard fate...until the day he made his true feelings known. Ceara now knows she means nothing more to him than another responsibility, and one he is determined to avoid at all costs. Ceara has no idea why her mother arranged her marriage so many years ago, but if her mama will not release her from her duty, she will release herself. Ceara refuses to be ignored by her intended husband any longer. Tis time to forswear their cursed fate. He is not ready to take a wife... Garreth has been ignoring Ceara determinedly for years. Why chase the one lass he is destined to marry, when he can have all the other lassies, first? It was a fine idea, until the day he took it too far. In his need to keep her at arm's length, he insulted her pride in order to save his own. Ignoring her is easier than accepting the truth: he cares for Ceara more than he wants to admit. But pushing her away is the only control he has over his otherwise sealed fate. So, he pushed hard, too hard, and potentially destroyed any remaining affections she held for him. Enough. Tis time to prove to Ceara that he will make a fine husband. But, on the very night he decides to finally do right by Ceara, she breaks off their agreement completely. He deserves it, fool that he is, but he will not allow it. Nay. He will have Ceara back. But convincing her that he is worthy will be quite a task. Fortunately, Garreth is up to the challenge... This is a Sisters of Danu Novella and can be read in any order along with the main three books. Chronologically, it takes place three years before the start of book one, Forbidden Fate. Rated 18+ due to some adult content

She will not give in... When her mother passes away, Una must rely on the protection of her foster-brother, Brocc Mac Greine. Mayhap it would not be so bad if she had not so recently turned down his offer of marriage... again. Brocc offers to take Una in as his ward, but it doesn't take long for Una to discover that he has no intention of giving up his pursuit to marry her. With Brocc's reputation with the other lassies of the village, she decides a future with him could only lead to heartache. No good can come from loving a man like Brocc Mac Greine. No good at all... He will not be denied... Brocc used to pull Una's hair and tease her for her gangly, awkward legs. But there is nothing gangly or awkward about the woman Una has become. And there is nothing brotherly about the feelings he has for his foster-sister. All Brocc wants is to make Una his, but with her repeated refusals, his only option is to offer his protection. But, the attraction between him and Una is slowly driving him mad and the lass continues to refuse his advances while occupying his home... and his every thought. But, when Brocc comes face to face with two women who look identical to Una, his world is turned upside down. They claim to be in search of their missing sister and that his love for Una is foretold by an ancient legend. Brocc agrees to lead them to her on one condition: he wants to earn Una's love on his own, without the aid of her sisters or knowledge of the legend. Convincing Una they are meant to be may just be the greatest challenge of his life, but Brocc is determined to make his ward his wife.