Bøker av Hildie McQueen

A haunting tale of love amidst horror. Upon leaving years of service, Niven Ross heads out to find his destiny. When he happens upon a strange stone formation and a beautiful woman, it could be he's found it. His warrior skills are tested when having to face foes like he's never seen. Dallis Gallaher has long accepted her lot in life as keeper of the stones and protector of the people in the small village. When a handsome stranger appears, something about the man scares her. Whether friend or enemy, she is certain he brings with him a battle for souls. Clan RossA Heartless LairdA Hardened WarriorA Hellish HighlanderA Flawed ScotsmanA Fearless RebelA Fierce Archer (Note: This story was first published as part of the USA Today Bestselling Boxed set Upon a Midnight Dreary, October 2021)

Can he abandon a life of opulence to follow his heart to be with someone who possesses nothing but the richness of love?Grant Murray's extravagant lifestyle is maintained by his string of lovers. Upon an opportunity to make his own wealth, Grant uses every charm in his arsenal to convince an older lover to gift him the money. The luster of his lifestyle dulls upon meeting a beautiful woman, who although a servant, her life is richer in ways his can never be. Grant comes to the realization that he can never actually be a free man unless he breaks the ties that bind him to his extravagant lifestyle. Will he make the sacrifice?Wren Darrow is thankful for a place to live and work as a servant at a grand estate. When a handsome gentleman pursues her, she is wary of his intentions. Although he is kind to her, she is more than aware of the difference in their stations. Just as she begins to consider his courtship, she learns the horrible truth about his lifestyle. Her shattered heart demands she walk away but what about love?Rogues of the LowlandsA Rogue to ReformA Rogue to ForgetA Rogue to CherishA Rogue to Ensnare

How can a such a hauntingly beautiful man hold so much ugliness within?Duncan Ross' inner scars are even more horrifying that the visible ones. Unable to control his rages, he hides himself away from his close-knit family. A normal life that includes a wife and family will never be his, a truth he's accepted. When a beautiful woman decides to tell her family they are courting, the time soon comes for him to make a difficult decision that will break her heart and shatter his lonely soul.As the pampered daughter of a powerful laird, Beatrice Macdonald is rarely taken seriously. With a fierce protective nature, she fights to remain at Keep Ross to ensure her eldest sister is treated well. In an effort to influence her case to remain, she leads her family to believe that Duncan Ross is courting her for marriage. However, the more she gets to know the reclusive man, the more she realizes, she picked the wrong Ross brother for the ruse.

She could marry the nice local farmer, or dare she get swept away by an intimidating warrior who is very much out of reach?Gideon Ross, the youngest brother to the heroic Lion, laird to the most powerful clan finally faces his destiny and it is not at all what he would have ever expected. A clash with attackers leaves him near death and he feels as if he's failed everyone, especially the people who he's sworn to protect.When Gideon is found barely clinging to life, Alia Aldaba fights to save the man she's loved since childhood. Upon his recovery, her infatuation and reckless actions will forever change the course of their lives. If only she wasn't so impulsive, then he would not be forced to marry her against his will.These two will have your pulse racing!

Hiding under the calm and proper façade is a fierce warrior and protector.It is dislike at first sight between Caelan Ross and Glynis Macneil. She thinks him too stuffy and English-acting, and he thinks her too wild and without regard for propriety. The attraction that simmers beneath the surface is maddening to both of them.When Glynis runs away and Caelan goes after her, the argument that ensues becomes a night of torrid passion. Both are horrified afterwards. However, always a man of honor, Caelan insists they marry. Glynis, on the other hand, insists they not.Can a combination of dislike and attraction ever become love?

His touch irresistible. His kisses unforgettable. And yet she lets him go...After living under his tyrannical father's shadow and then in support of his laird brother, Stuart Ross is ready to forge a path of his own. When he falls in love with a servant girl, he proposes and vows to return to marry her.What Stuart doesn't anticipate are the obstacles of a village under siege, a horrible sickness, and a huge winter storm that will keep him away much longer than he expects.Cait Brown's entire life changes when the laird's brother proclaims his love and asks her to marry him. Despite the anticipation of marriage and a new life, being suddenly taken from her humble existence and thrown into a world of abundance is a difficult transition. The longer Stuart stays away, the more she doubts her ability to truly fit in.When Stuart finally comes back, he returns to an unrecognizable, and aloof beauty.

Does he bring salvation or devastation?On the brink of hanging up his sword for good, seasoned warrior Torac Bratton returns to action for a beautiful, endangered lass.Accused of murder, Leana MacKern has no choice but to trust the handsome warrior, Torac.With secrets of his own, Torac holds her heart and her fate in his hands. Find out why thousands of readers have fallen in love with Hildie McQueen's brave highlanders. You'll be up all night to finish this tale of finding love amidst the darkest danger.

She's a spy... He's the enemy... Any attraction between them could mean death.It is obvious he would not hesitate to kill her, but fear of what awaits, is stronger than approaching the warrior.. Assigned as leader of a contingency of warriors, Erik Larsen, grasps the opportunity to prove himself. When he makes a harsh decision that costs lives, he must decide whether to relinquish leadership, or charge forward and possibly loose his own in the process.When Clan Ross warriors arrive to their region, Esme volunteers to spy for leaders of her village. Despite not trusting the cruel council members, she would rather be on the side of the familiar. Upon being caught by an enemy warrior, she faces a new unfamiliar opponent, her heart.If you like Alpha heroes, strong heroines and lots of sizzle, you will devour this story.

Will he choose duty or love? Grace Darrow's life has been full of cruel twists lately. First, she survives a horrific shipwreck and washes up on shore like lost cargo. Then, her betrothed fails to show up to claim her, leaving her to survive alone in a strange place. Pushing away her pride, she offers herself to a handsome archer. Not only does he refuse her offer, but he feeds her and protects her from harm. No longer a commodity to be traded, Gracie feels like a human being for the first time in years.Seasoned Clan Ross archer Struan MacLean has seen enough of the world's ugliness and prefers to be alone. But when he meets a beauty in distress, he can't resist helping her. Turning down her offers of her body, he instead feeds her and vows to escort her safely to the laird. Then she'll be someone else's problem, and Struan can go back to being alone. Showing kindness to Gracie shines a light on the empty places in Struan's heart, and he starts to glimpse the beauty beneath her fear. Perhaps the world is not so ugly after all. But regardless of their growing desire, Gracie belongs to another, and Struan must deliver the lass to her betrothed.A story of love, loss, and redemption in the Highlands today!

A Tantalizing Highlander romance that will have you turning the pages until it's done!Preferring to spend time outdoors sketching in her drab clothing, Isobel Macdonald is shocked when a handsome laird chooses her to marry. However, as one who treasures loyalty above all, she is mortified to learn his lover lives at the family keep. After being publicly humiliated by her husband, Isobel must ensure two things, to keep her heart protected and remain a wife in name only.After his late father's ruling by fear, young laird, Darach Ross inherits a clan of people who do not trust his leadership. With the threat of an insurrection and possible attack by another clan, every move he makes must be measured. When he is captured by an enemy clan, Darach wants to know if he will leave a legacy. He then makes a mistake that can rob him of happiness forever.

Will love soften the pain of tragedy and loss, or will it bring more heartache to her already grieving heart?"Everything about Artair Ross's life is about to change. Cousin to the Laird and proud member of the warrior force, he is forced to give it all up to take over his ailing father's duties. However, when attackers overtake a village he is guarding, a shipwreck occurs and a horrible family tragedy happens, it is more than apparent Artair is in for greater battles than he's ever known.Robena Mackay is devastated when her son is ripped away by her late husband's family. After losing her parents and now her only child, she decides to fight back with all the strength she has left. Despite being a proud independent woman, when the laird's cousin insists on becoming her defender, she pushes pride aside.Afterall, the assistance of a handsome protector may be her only option in the struggle that has become her life."You will not stop reading until the very last page!"

After squandering a fortune on the gambling tables, Henry Campbell agrees to join a challenge with three friends to come up with capitol for a venture that will make them rich. With a looming deadline to come up with investment money, Henry Campbell decides to marry a debutante with a large dowry. However, after stumbling upon a murder, he becomes protector to a young woman left alone as a result. Will he follow his heart and in the process lose the only way to repay his debts?When Hannah Kerr's father is brutally murdered her overwrought mother flees to a convent, leaving her alone and unprotected. Not only is a grieving Hannah hit by losing her parents, but the murderer may be stalking her household. At realizing she is becoming overly dependent on Henry Campbell's constant presence, Hannah decides to push him away. Facing danger, grief and a broken heart, the only thing left is to take matters in hand alone.A page-turning story of how dire circumstances can bring the best out in two people meant to be together.Rogues of the LowlandsA Rogue to ReformA Rogue to ForgetA Rogue to EnsnareA Rogue to Cherish

When a warrior's fiercest battle is between his heart and his oath!Warrior Kieran Ross, the youngest son of Laird Ross, is intent on finding his father's killer and exacting revenge, even if it means losing his own life. While tracking his enemy, an unexpected encounter with a familiar face could ruin all his plans.When village girl Gisela Munro happens upon the same handsome man who insulted her, she is forced to ask for his help. Little does she know; the simple action will wreak havoc on both of their lives.The day Gisela disappears, Kieran once again faces the anguish of losing someone he loves.

What if the person you love, is the one you may never trust?Ewan Ross is adrift. Without a true home or drive, he finds his purpose in avenging the attack on a woman he is drawn to. Elated that she allows him into her very small circle of trusted people, Ewan soon falls in love. And then, one misstep ruins everything. It's been over a year since the attack and Catriona Mackay is prepared to enjoy life more. Despite being attracted to a handsome archer, Catriona isn't sure she can ever be intimate with a man.Just when she is about to give love a chance, a terrible truth about him comes to light.

At times, vengeance and hatred can only be conquered with love.Bent on revenge, Keithen Fraser's focus is on killing those who kidnapped and attacked his mother and family friend. His father, Laird Fraser, proposes an alliance to end the fighting, which means he must marry the daughter of their sworn enemy, Laird Mackenzie.Ava Mackenzie is a warrior at heart. Despite a confined life, she manages to escape and fight to protect those who are under attack by her unscrupulous father. After she is married to Keithen Fraser, a man she once saved, Ava is publicly humiliated by being sent back to her clan.Word of Clan Mackenzie being under attack, Keithen must decide if he should save the woman he rejected.

From USA Today bestselling author Hildie McQueen... A temporary truce from clan war and a forced marriage change the course of many lives...Tristan Ross had a long recovery from devastating injuries. Through it all, visions of a beautiful woman trailed him. When he finally sees her again, it's under the worst of circumstances.In Merida McLeod's opinion, the only thing worse than being at war with Clan Ross is the possibility of marrying one of them. Although attracted to Tristan Ross, marriage to him means a future away from her family and everything she's ever known.

The game of seduction is easy for Evan, but this time, it can cost him all he holds dear.Can a Rogue truly change?All Evan Macleod has left, after squandering his fortune, is a half empty country estate in the outskirts of Glasgow. He recruits a trio of friends and talks them into a plan to marry or seduce rich women to get capitol and invest in a ship that is set to leave for the West Indies at the end of spring.Felicity Murray returns home from two years in London. She senses something is strange about her brother's constant secret meetings with his longtime friends. She is especially annoyed to find he keeps a close friendship with the one man she distrusts, Evan Macleod. The incorrigible man has left a trail of broken hearts in his wake with little remorse.In her bid to find a suitor and get his assistance, Felicity reluctantly agrees to help Evan in his pursuit of a widow, only to be horrified at realizing she's falling in love with him.Rogues of the LowlandsA Rogue to ReformA Rogue to ForgetA Rogue to EnsnareA Rogue to Cherish

How can a such a hauntingly beautiful man hold so much ugliness within? Duncan Ross' inner scars are even more horrifying that the visible ones. Unable to control his rages, he hides himself away from his close-knit family. A normal life that includes a wife and family will never be his, a truth he's accepted. When a beautiful woman decides to tell her family they are courting, the time soon comes for him to make a difficult decision that will break her heart and shatter his lonely soul. As the pampered daughter of a powerful laird, Beatrice Macdonald is rarely taken seriously. With a fierce protective nature, she fights to remain at Keep Ross to ensure her eldest sister is treated well. In an effort to influence her case to remain, she leads her family to believe that Duncan Ross is courting her for marriage. However, the more she gets to know the reclusive man, the more she realizes, she picked the wrong Ross brother for the ruse.