MacKendimen Clan

A Highland woman desperate for a hero...A Highland warrior destined to save her...Will love be enough to unite them forever? Anice MacNab barely survived the brutal treatment of her wedding night, leaving her with a shattered life, body and soul. Now, the death of her husband forces her to flee another planned political alliance, seeking the help of the only man she trusts…. Robert Mathieson, raised as the son of a steward, discovers instead that he is the son of the MacKendimen laird. Denied recognition and refused his heritage, Robert still finds himself drawn into the intrigue surrounding Anice and wanting the one person he cannot have-his half-brother's wife. Secrets of the past threaten the MacKendimen Clan and vows made will be broken as Robert and Anice claim the love, once forbidden, that could destroy many lives or could unite them forever. "A lavish historical romance in the grand tradition from a wonderful talent." -- NYT Bestselling Author Bertrice Small Romantic Times Magazine ---- "Ms. Brisbin explores the deep emotions between her characters and tackles issues, such as abuse and estrangement, with sensitivity. " -- Robert Mathieson is chosen as an RT K.I.S.S. hero (Knight in Shining Silver) for "Pushing the boundaries of love and winning the heart of the woman he adores is what makes Robert Mathieson a hero to remember." Romance Reviews Today ---- "ONCE FORBIDDEN does not disappoint. True to Ms. Brisbin's previous style, it is a character-driven tale which evokes intense emotion from the reader, drawing them into the lives and woes of the hero and heroine, and filling them with elation at their triumphs over adversity." This book was previously published by Berkley/Jove in its Highland Fling Scottish romance line and is re-released by the author via Luckenbooth Press.

A Highlander's Hope – A MacKendimen Clan Novella An Unlikely Heroine – Robena has a place among the villagers of Dunnedin, the stronghold of the powerful MacKendimen Clan, and that is as a harlot in their village. Her life is her own and she finds meaning in the pleasure she gives and her work with the midwife and healer. The great wound she'd suffered in her past and the emptiness it caused within her will never be filled, but Robena does not allow that to control her. As the year's end and its festivities and holidays approach, the news that a certain man will spend time here, and time with her, brightens her spirits in ways she cannot explain. And in ways she dares not examine too closely. An Unexpected Hero – Iain MacKillop has led a full life-as the commander of his clan's warriors and uncle to the new chieftain, his opinions matter and he protects everyone under his care. As busy as his life is, it is empty, too. Urged to remarry, Iain decides to take a wife, but it's not the one his kith or kin expects even if she is the one he wants. For Iain has fallen in love with the one woman who will not have him-Robena MacKendimen. A Time for Miracles? When Iain visits Dunnedin for the holidays, he begins his fight to prove to Robena that she is the perfect woman to marry him. He expected to face an angry family and shocked friends, but he never expected that Robena would be the biggest obstacle in his quest for their happiness. Can the magic of Christmas and the Highland tradition of First Footing help them find the love they both deserve and need? "WOW, what a terrific love story this turned out to be. I couldn't put it down and my brain hasn't let go of it yet. What wonderful characters and story line…I would give this story 10 stars if I could. I absolutely loved and hope to read more from this author." Goodreads Reader C.S. "An emotional novella showcasing going after what you want against the odds, with intelligence, determination, emotion and love. Ms Brisbin has written an emotional love story that I will remember. 5*" Goodreads Reader L.G. This MacKendimen Clan series novella was first published by St. Martin's Press/Swerve and is now republished by the author with Luckenbooth Press.