New York Moments bestselling author Lynsay Sands welcomes readers back to the Scottish Highlands, where a gallant warrior vows to safeguard a beautiful runaway .

Female Murine Carmichael has known her talk about of misfortune. However when her debt-ridden half brother tries to market her off in exchange for some Scottish horses, it’s the last straw. If keeping her freedom means escaping through severe countryside alone, therefore be it. She has hardly begun her trip when she lands an unlikely escort-the brawny Highlander who simply refused to buy her virtue.

Dougall Buchanan was disgusted by Lord Danvries’ shameful offer, but Murine tempts him beyond measure. Even bedraggled and dusty, the lass glows with beauty and bravery. Dougall wants to do more than just help her flee. He really wants to safeguard her-with his existence and his heart-if she’ll only allow him. For Murine may be pursued by a powerful foe, but nothing at all comes even close to the fiery courage of a Highlander in love.