Dorothy Wiley's Blog

SCOTSMAN'S VALOR is officially out in the world—and I couldn’t be more thrilled. This frontier historical romance has lived in my heart for a year. Today, Marshal Lachlan Sinclair and Julianne MacKay step onto the page with grit, grace, and a love that defies the odds.

SCOTSMAN'S VALOR is the story of a Scottish baron turned U.S. Marshal. In 1826, a frontier town is haunted by mysterious murders and slave-trading. Lachlan Sinclair uncovers a conspiracy darker than anyone imagined. And, once betrayed by a woman who coveted his title, he hides his nobility. Julianne MacKay wants to marry a man of means to have the full life she wants. Does she love the marshal…or the wealthy baron?

Set against the sweeping backdrop of 19th-century America, SCOTSMAN'S VALOR is a story of redemption, resilience, and the kind of courage that changes lives. If you love historical fiction with cinematic depth and emotional fire, you'll enjoy this tastefully romantic novel.

SCOTSMAN'S VALOR is available in both eBook and print, and soon audiobook.
It is also free for Kindle Unlimited members.

I hope this novel finds a place on your shelf—and in your heart.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FWTR6ZFL?...

Coming November 13! Reserve your copy of SCOTSMAN'S VALOR - pre-order now.

A Scottish baron turned U.S. Marshal —

On the rugged frontier of 1826 Kentucky, travelers vanish without a trace at Potts Inn while free men are snatched and sold into slavery. U.S. Marshal Lachlan Sinclair is summoned to Boonesborough to join Sheriff Kent Mangum and Deputy Alexander MacKay in gathering the evidence Judge Leathers demands. Every clue points to a conspiracy darker than anyone imagined. Boonesborough’s fate rests in the hands of a Scottish baron turned U.S. marshal—if the darkness doesn’t engulf him first.

Haunted by betrayal in Scotland—when his former betrothed sought only his title and fortune—Lachlan Sinclair vows no woman will ever love him for what he owns. If he is to marry, it will only be for true love. He swears Sheriff Mangum and Deputy MacKay to secrecy, hiding his baronial rank and wealth because Julianne MacKay insists she’ll marry only a man of means. She wants more out of life than a simple cabin in the woods. Lachlan refuses to lay bare his true self to Julianne. He must know if she loves the marshal or the wealthy baron. But he risks losing the one beautiful heart he cannot live without.

SCOTSMAN'S VALOR print version coming soon. EBook may be ordered now for just $2.99! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FWTR6ZFL?...

NEWS RELEASE
Author Dorothy Wiley will release her 17th book on November 13, 2025. SCOTSMAN’S VALOR – Book Two in the Wilderness Valor Series – is an American frontier historical romance set in 1826 Kentucky.

“This book, like the first book in the series, SHERIFF’S VALOR, is dedicated to law enforcement. From the frontier days of America, local law enforcement has kept our citizens safe from threats,” Wiley said. “I greatly appreciate the daily sacrifices made by all members of law enforcement, but especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. As the heroine tells the hero, Marshal Lachlan Sinclair, in my book, ‘If it were not for men like you, the world we live in would be perilous and unsafe for all of us.’”

Amazon bestselling novelist Dorothy Wiley is an award-winning, multi-published author of Medieval Scottish and American Frontier Historical Romance. Wiley’s novels blend rich historical details and thrilling action with the romance of a moving love story to create exceedingly engaging page-turners. Her historical romances, inspired by history and true events, have more than 10,000 five-star reader reviews on Amazon.

“I strive for authenticity in my novels and conduct extensive research as I am writing,” Wiley explained. “Research into the period allows me to write books that are truthful and realistic.”

Wiley’s husband Larry, a 7th-generation Texan, provided the inspiration for her American Wilderness novels. Her husband’s courageous ancestors, very early pioneers of Kentucky and Texas, are featured characters in her Wilderness Dawning Series.

Her first two series, the American Wilderness and Wilderness Hearts Series, are set on the American frontier when Kentucky was the West. Her third series, Wilderness Dawning, continues the highly acclaimed Wyllie family saga but brings some of the family to the new edge of the West—the Province of Texas. Wiley's fourth series, Wilderness Valor, returns some family members to Kentucky, where they join heroes with extraordinary courage.

Wiley’s novels have won numerous awards, notably an American Writing Awards Legacy Category winner, Western Writers of America Finalist; a Will Rogers Medallion Award Finalist; RONE Award Finalist; Laramie Award Finalist; Chatelaine Romantic Fiction Finalist; Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award Quarter-finalist; a Readers’ Favorite Gold Medal; USA Best Book Awards Finalist; and a Historical Novel Society Editor’s Choice. Her books continue to earn high praise from reviewers.

Coming November 13! Reserve your copy of SCOTSMAN'S VALOR - pre-order now.

A Scottish baron turned U.S. Marshal —

On the rugged frontier of 1826 Kentucky, travelers vanish without a trace at Potts Inn while free men are snatched and sold into slavery. U.S. Marshal Lachlan Sinclair is summoned to Boonesborough to join Sheriff Kent Mangum and Deputy Alexander MacKay in gathering the evidence Judge Leathers demands. Every clue points to a conspiracy darker than anyone imagined. Boonesborough’s fate rests in the hands of a Scottish baron turned U.S. marshal—if the darkness doesn’t engulf him first.

Haunted by betrayal in Scotland—when his former betrothed sought only his title and fortune—Lachlan Sinclair vows no woman will ever love him for what he owns. If he is to marry, it will only be for true love. He swears Sheriff Mangum and Deputy MacKay to secrecy, hiding his baronial rank and wealth because Julianne MacKay insists she’ll marry only a man of means. She wants more out of life than a simple cabin in the woods. Lachlan refuses to lay bare his true self to Julianne. He must know if she loves the marshal or the wealthy baron. But he risks losing the one beautiful heart he cannot live without.

SCOTSMAN'S VALOR print version coming soon. EBook may be ordered now for just $2.99! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FWTR6ZFL?...

LARAMIE AWARD FINALIST! FRONTIER GIFT OF LOVE - FREE eBook Dec. 7 – 11.
In 1799, Sam Wyllie must do everything he can to protect the woman he married—and their unborn child—from the dangers of the Kentucky frontier. A breathtaking historical romance! Grab it now and save this inspiring tale for a Christmas season read! No Kindle? No problem. On the right-hand side of the book’s Amazon page, Amazon has a free reading app for your computer, tablet, phone, or other reading devices.

“Captivating From Beginning to End! This was my second time reading this pulse-pounding, heartwarming, and thoroughly captivating story by master storyteller, Dorothy Wiley. I have all the books in her American Wilderness Series, and I definitely recommend each and every one. This 5th addition to this incredible series lives up to its title. It is truly a gift of love for every lover of extraordinary historical romance.” - Bigedsgirl1 Amazon review.

"This is an amazing American frontier tale!" - InD'Tale Magazine, Crowned Heart for Excellence Review.

Frontierr Gift of Love

In the rolling hills of Kentucky—step back into those bygone days where whispers of history still echo through the tall trees and the air carries the scent of adventure…and danger.

SHERIFF’S VALOR captures the bravery and determination of men pitted against the country’s first serial killers. Against the backdrop of the Kentucky frontier in 1824, this breathtaking American historical romance is the latest release from Amazon bestselling and award-winning author Dorothy Wiley.

Read the early reviews -
"This is my all-time favorite series and author! Such a good story!" - K. Smith

"This book celebrates lawmen and the role they played and continue to play in keeping America safe but it also celebrates family, friendship, and the power of connection. I highly recommend it." - G. Leishman for Reader's Favorite

"Every one of Wiley's books have been five-star reads and I'd give them more stars if I could - they were all that good! Give her books a try if you haven't already. You won't be disappointed." - J. Weiss, Reviewer

Ebooks are just 2.99 and paperbacks $10.00. Grab your copy here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHXZMDRK?...

BUCKSKIN ANGEL.

Part action-adventure, part suspense, part heartfelt romance—and always a page-turner—but not always FREE. From Oct. 4 - 8, 2024, this WILL ROGERS MEDALLION AWARD FINALIST, with 4.8 Stars out of 5 and 180 reader rating will be FREE in eBook format.

BUCKSKIN ANGEL, is an intense journey back to the thrilling birth of the West. This book includes well-loved characters Captain Sam, Bear, and their two sons, Rory and Alexander, and takes them to the Province of Texas to see their brother Stephen. This is a story about two aging warriors who learn they are not too old for a good fight or a wild adventure. And it is a tale of two young men who find they still have some things to learn.

From Kathleen Ball, bestselling and award-winning author of western romance: "An extremely beautiful well-written novel. This is not just romance; it’s romance you can sink your teeth into. The details and accurate history made me feel as though I was part of the story. It’s an entertaining book that was hard to put down."

Available in both eBook and print formats on Amazon at https://amzn.to/30h2KQ2

FREE, yes FREE, a 4.7 star eBook, Feb. 18 – 22, 2024!!! LETTERS OF FIRE AND SWORD, my last novel, merges Scotland’s gut-wrenching history with an extraordinary love story. In 1306, patriots of Scotland, support Robert the Bruce’s fight to free both their conquered country and his family, imprisoned by the English king. Powerful knights like Highlander Sir Alexander MacMillan join the struggle fighting battle after battle for eight long years. All the while, Alexander’s first love, Lady Erca MacNeill, is imprisoned alongside the woman who dared to crown Bruce king of Scotland, Countess Isabella MacDuff. The brutal English king also cruelly imprisons Bruce’s wife, young daughter, and two sisters. To ransom all of them, Bruce and his greatly outnumbered army will have to win one final battle—the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. They fought like Scotsmen and won their freedom. But that is just the beginning for Sir Alexander and Lady Erca. While she was imprisoned, the English seized her castle in the Highlands and murdered most of her clan. This time, with Alexander’s help, she will fight to reclaim what is rightfully hers.

By the way, Chief Alexander MacMillan who lived in the fifteenth century, inspired this story and was my ancestor. He lived at Castle Sween, considered the oldest castle in Scotland. The castle ruins are located on the west coast of Scotland.

FYI, this book is a tastefully written romance with no explicit scenes.

Here’s the Amazon link to the free book:
https://www.amazon.com/LETTERS-FIRE-S...

WILL ROGERS MEDALLION AWARD Finalist!
4.6 Stars With 380 Ratings!
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RED RIVER RIFLES continues the highly-acclaimed Wyllie family saga. Kicking off the Wilderness Dawning Series, this novel is set in 1818, in a place where death and life held equal strongholds. Only the bravest of the brave dared to settle a narrow strip of land along the Red River in Texas. The new leading edge of the West was an exceedingly dangerous place. For Samuel Wyllie, his family's land south of the Red River at Pecan Point was a nearly sacred place, as beautiful as heaven must be. He has big plans for the future and will do what it takes to carve a new life out of the wilderness.

Louisa Pate and her young brother Adam, new arrivals in the settlement, are subjected to the tyranny of a cruel father. He intends to marry her off for profit to a brash filibuster who plans to challenge the Spanish for control of Texas. She also faces a frontier teeming with Indians, raw wilderness, deadly quicksand, and men who would use her for their own gain. Denied any chance for happiness, she is determined to survive and protect her little brother. And she will do what she must for Adam's sake.

Time and again, Samuel must boldly stand between her and disaster. The vastness of Texas is not big enough to hold his courage or his love.

Review of RED RIVER RIFLES by author Jennifer Scoullar: "Dorothy Wiley has a talent for drawing readers into the worlds she creates. I am an Australian who has never been to America, but after a few chapters, I felt right at home in pioneering Texas! The story is fast-paced with a great blend of adventure, romance, and history. Five stars!"

RED RIVER RIFLES FREE (https://www.amazon.com/Rifles-Wildern...)

I'm so proud to announce the release of my latest novel—LETTERS OF FIRE AND SWORD! This book is a Medieval Scottish Historical Romance based on actual historical events. The eBook is available at a special price of just .99:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BYTDSQ3V?...
A print version is also available.

“Highest praise for this riveting read that plunges readers into Scotland’s turbulent past. Ms. Wiley’s dynamic writing style ensnares readers in a suspenseful historical adventure from page one. Her vivid characters and descriptions immerse the reader in an authentic experience. From nail-biting to sigh-worthy moments, LETTERS OF FIRE AND SWORD captivates, intrigues, and satisfies. You won’t be able to put this enthralling novel down.“— USA Today Bestselling Author Collette Cameron

Book description:
With LETTERS OF FIRE AND SWORD, Dorothy Wiley has merged Scotland’s gut-wrenching history with extraordinary fiction.

In the year of our Lord, 1306, patriots of Scotland, support Robert the Bruce’s fight to free both their conquered country and his family, imprisoned by the English king. Powerful knights like Highlander Sir Alexander MacMillan join the struggle fighting battle after battle for eight long years. All the while, Alexander’s first love, Lady Erca MacNeill, is imprisoned alongside the woman who dared to crown Bruce king of Scotland, Countess Isabella MacDuff. The brutal English king also cruelly imprisons Bruce’s wife, young daughter, and two sisters. To ransom all of them, Bruce and his greatly outnumbered army will have to win one final battle—the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314.

They fought like Scotsmen and won their freedom. But that is just the beginning for Sir Alexander and Lady Erca. While she was imprisoned, her castle in the Highlands was seized and her clan viciously murdered. This time, with Alexander’s help, she will join the fight to reclaim what is rightfully hers.

FYI, this book is a tastefully written romance with no explicit scenes.
Both eBook and print are available from Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/LETTERS-FIRE-S...