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The MacLomain Series - Early Years

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Sweeping magical adventures, timeless romance, and rich medieval history. Join Clan MacLomain's diverse and exciting characters in The MacLomain Series- Early Years, a steamy Highlander Time Travel Fantasy Romance Boxed Set.

HIGHLAND DEFIANCE- Mildred, a young woman living in New England during the onset of World War II, worries about her family. What is to come? Little does she anticipate change is to come not from war but from an unexpected trip back in time to medieval Scotland. Laird Adlin MacLomain will never forget the moment he lays eyes on her. Mildred redefines the man he thought he was. Her quick wit and perseverance humble his natural arrogance. Her sensuality cripples his defenses. The maddened determination of a rival chieftain threatens their very existence. Caught together in time, they must find a way to evade the mighty MacLeods and keep peace in the Highlands.

HIGHLAND PERSUASION- Iosbail MacLomain will do whatever it takes to bring Laird Alexander Sinclair to his knees. Even if it means she has to travel through time to eleventh-century Scotland and manipulate a king into marrying her off to the enemy. What she doesn't anticipate is a bitter rivalry between King Edgar and Alexander Sinclair. It seems the man she just married is by birthright a threat to the throne. Their lives on the line, Alexander and Iosbail are forced to flee across the country. Fraught with risk, adventure, and wild, unexpected desire, they struggle against overwhelming odds.

HIGHLAND MYSTIC- Alan Stewart loves the lasses. Beautiful all, he's never been one to settle. Until, that is, Caitriona appears. Shy yet alluring, her unexpected and rare gift gains his respect. But Caitriona is not who she seems. Her fate was foreseen long before birth, and so important it will impact all future MacLomains. When dreams of Alan begin, she knows the time has come. But how to convince a Highland laird from another century that he must die for her?Especially when it soon becomes apparent that she couldn't bear his death. When their paths cross with Stephen and Arianna of the Broun clan, a powerful prophecy begins to unravel.

These books contain strong sexual content and are recommended for a mature audience.

537 pages, ebook

First published December 11, 2013

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Sky Purington

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Sky Purington is the bestselling author of over ninety novels and novellas. A New Englander born and bred who recently moved to Virginia, Purington married her hero, has an amazing son who inspires her daily, and two ultra-lovable husky shepherd mixes. Passionate for variety, Sky's vivid imagination spans several romance genres, including historical, time travel, paranormal, and fantasy. Expect steamy stories teeming with protective alpha heroes and strong-minded heroines.

Purington loves to hear from readers and can be contacted at Sky@SkyPurington.com. Interested in keeping up with Sky's latest news and releases? Visit Sky’s website, www.SkyPurington.com or sign up for personalized text message alerts. Simply text 'skypurington' (no quotes, one word, all lowercase) to 74121

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165 reviews1 follower
July 27, 2014
After reading the box set Calum's Curse I had to know more about Adlin. I must say I usually am not found of historical/medieval stories but I liked the first set so much I decided to try it. I was not disappointed, loved the Time travel and very well developed characters (in more ways than one). There was not a lot of focus on history which I find tedious but certainly enough to get a feel for the time period and understand what the characters were forced to deal with.

When I got done I needed more so onto the next MacLomain set..
233 reviews2 followers
March 5, 2018
Fantastic read!

~The MacLomain Series- Early Years~ 

Highland Defiance- Book One 

Honestly my first thought was that the book was too short. Adlin is the type of character that you will find in each book and you will learn more about his past and who and what makes him. He is an incredible character.

Highland Persuasion- Book Two 

Iosbail is the original hellion. She is strong and fierce. She has a heart of gold and appreciates those who show compassion for others. Her story is one of great sacrifice and leadership.

Highland Mystic- Book Three 

Absolutely loved. Caitriona & Alan will capture your heart. They are both the best of who we all could be. She is the healer with an open-heart full of compassion for others and passion for life. Alan is the happy-go-lucky guy everyone wants to be around. He is the fiercest of warriors and respected by many. 

Truly inspiring and creative. Each book delves into a world of mystery and intrigued. A world where there is not just one God, but a God who is respected alongside the old God's. A world that still believed in the power of magic. Words have meaning and to every action is a reaction.

There is so much that happens in each of these stories that blends into the next. Each one is unique and will amaze you  how  much they differ. You truly become immersed in this world as various characters continue in the storyline of each book. Things that happened in one makes sense in another. 

Happy Reading!
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360 reviews3 followers
May 15, 2020
Ah yes !

Have you ever read a book ,and wondered what had come before all the characters had been . This set of books is your chance to get to know where they all started . Very well written , thought out and yet still leaves you wanting more . Since I started somewhere in the middle of all the sets of books ,now I feel like my reading has just begun again . Sky Purington will keep you happy with her stories for as long as this quarantine lasts (and into the future ) .
216 reviews3 followers
June 5, 2019
I love the MacLomains! I especially love Adlin, but then all of the characters in this book have something to look forward to! The plots are well developed and always keep you guessing the directions it will take. The only thing that you can be sure of, love will triumph in the end but what San adventure reading this series!
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1,491 reviews
July 19, 2020
I just finished this boxed set. I found all 3 books to be very interesting that I had to get the set that was after these that was in that was a prelude to this series. I did very much enjoy reading this set and read some the others, I will finish the other 2 in the next set and gradually build on this series. As I did enjoy reading it.
149 reviews
February 26, 2021
Superb!

I have just started reading the entire series. So far so good. I was confused a bit with all the moving about in time but I did enjoy the background story to the characters that will be showing up in their own adventurer. I am quite looking forward to them.
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227 reviews
May 19, 2021
Great story line! Wizards, beautiful strong women and handsome strong highlanders!

Love can concur all even a prophecy that says someone has to die! Keeps you on your toes and keeps you interested in what will come next! Time travel at its best!
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773 reviews4 followers
July 4, 2024
Magic

Well thse books are very long with Irish Scottish and even English magic. Seems like everyone in these stories has some type of magic. The is talk about the new God (Christian) and the old gods.
161 reviews2 followers
June 8, 2019
The MafLomain eArly years

Read the 3 books in this series. Very good. Looking forward to reading the next series. I love to read. So glad I do. It's fun.
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2 reviews
September 13, 2019
Ladies, this is a series you would not be able to put down. Every opportunity I had to pick my book up I read it.
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5 reviews
May 11, 2020
Great read

This series keeps you interested and draws you in to the story like you are there yourself. I recommend this series to everyone
560 reviews4 followers
May 18, 2021
What can I say?

Ever read a book and find yourself speechless after? This series does that. And at the conclusion you will never view the claddagh ring the same way.
1 review
July 20, 2025
AMAZING!!

If you like the tv series Outlander you will love this! Time travel and Scottish romance. I can’t wait to continue this journey!
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324 reviews2 followers
June 21, 2019
Superb

This is a box set of three books. Three books each of grand settings, cherished well made characters to love, and a romp back and forth in time of Sky Purington's exquisite imagination. Highly recommended.
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4,192 reviews23 followers
November 9, 2020
Three very good and exciting books. Magic, highlanders and their true loves go on adventures, to the betterment of their clans.
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827 reviews13 followers
May 3, 2017
Where it all begins

What a great beginning to a remarkable series! Ms. Purington has created a world of magic and enchantment that crossed the boundaries of time and place the lives of so many are inextricably woven together, and this collection shows how it. Heroic magical warrior and dauntless mystical maidens all play a part in the universe's plan to combat the forces of evil and darkness, and I look forward to reading the other books set in this world. Highly recommend.
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