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Lasses of Clan Clyde #1
A Virgin for the Highland Beast
“If ye want me to touch ye, ye have to say so, wife…”Running for their lives, Emma and her sisters end up in the Beast's lands. And he catches them. Now they are at the mercy of their brother's killer...Laird Hunter may be notorious for his cruelty, but when four lasses seek refuge in his castle, he can’t turn them away. And he knows exactly what —or who— he wants in Emma.
To protect her sisters, the fiery lass agrees to marry him. But she vows to keep her distance from her new husband. Even if she quivers under the Laird’s heated gaze…*A Virgin for the Highland Beast is a steamy Scottish historical romance novel of 60,000 words (around 300 pages) written by Eloise Madigan and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, lots of steam and a happy ending.
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To protect her sisters, the fiery lass agrees to marry him. But she vows to keep her distance from her new husband. Even if she quivers under the Laird’s heated gaze…*A Virgin for the Highland Beast is a steamy Scottish historical romance novel of 60,000 words (around 300 pages) written by Eloise Madigan and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, lots of steam and a happy ending.
Get this book for free with Kindle Unlimited!
332 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 12, 2024
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October 19, 2025
DFN 45%
I hate to do it, but it's gotta be done:
What the actual f*ck was this!?? Are the people who are giving this book high ratings reading the same book I've been reading? I don't want to be mean, so I'll try my best not to be, buuuuuut:
1. Where is the plot of this book? I could not continue reading the exact same arguments and concerns I had read ten chapters before. I just couldn't. To add insult to injury, there was absolutely nothing happening. No character development, no new characters, no mysteries to uncover, NOTHING!
2. Is the author aware of time lapses within a story? Is a genuine question because I lost track of what was happening and when. I could not understand how many things can happen in ONE single night: these women showed up, had to convince him to let them stay, met his family, then had dinner, the two main characters apparently go on a walk through the castle where she accepts his proposal, they come back, he gets upset when she asks about his past and leaves, then they go to bed but she can't sleep and goes looking for him, then she finds him in his room taking a bath, goes in and they kiss, apparently she, a virgin, wanted to keep going, then he kicks her out, he can't sleep so he goes to the library to read, talk to a friend then they play chess. Mind you that these women apparently had shown up in the middle of the night to begin with. A fact that is stated several times! So, again, I ask how long is this night supposed to be? How is this possible?
3. Furthermore, this man is labelled a "beast" all because of his appearance. So you mean to tell me that this man was kidnapped, tortured and then scared I guess and comes back to his people only to have them be cruel and label him a beast because of the atrocities he endured??? Yes, sure, anyone in their right mind would be pissed off for a decade or two and be traumatised after such an ordeal, but that doesn't mean he's a beast!! What were the arguments the author used to back up her statements? I guess I missed the part where the author SHOWED instead of TELLING fourteen thousand times how ferocious and beastly this man was, which is why he was tormented and thought he didn't deserve love.
Never mind that the "love" he is referring to is a woman he met one, two or three days ago... I'm not sure because it is impossible to tell how much time has passed by in the book. I guess no one eats meals? That is literally one way to show how much time has passed in books.
This concludes my rant. I just couldn't deal with the lack of description, world building, character development, repetitiveness, and just overall senselessness.
What's more disturbing is that there are people who think this is good. My head hurts 😫! To those people who might read this review, I urge you to please look up: Julie Garwood, Judith McNaught, Lisa Kleypas Elizabeth Hoyt, Eloisa James, Kerrigan Byrne and Elisa Braden if you want something more modern, and Tessa Dare if you want something decent but with less angst. These are fantastic authors all within their own right. Ones are a but more dramatic than others, but what they all have in common is talent. The ability to pull you into their stories, their worlds to the point that you find yourself thinking about what's happening to a character in this book when you're doing other stuff in the day. You find yourself looking forward to reading what happens next. These are just a few. There are many more authors within this vast genre who write beautifully. Please look them up!
I hate to do it, but it's gotta be done:
What the actual f*ck was this!?? Are the people who are giving this book high ratings reading the same book I've been reading? I don't want to be mean, so I'll try my best not to be, buuuuuut:
1. Where is the plot of this book? I could not continue reading the exact same arguments and concerns I had read ten chapters before. I just couldn't. To add insult to injury, there was absolutely nothing happening. No character development, no new characters, no mysteries to uncover, NOTHING!
2. Is the author aware of time lapses within a story? Is a genuine question because I lost track of what was happening and when. I could not understand how many things can happen in ONE single night: these women showed up, had to convince him to let them stay, met his family, then had dinner, the two main characters apparently go on a walk through the castle where she accepts his proposal, they come back, he gets upset when she asks about his past and leaves, then they go to bed but she can't sleep and goes looking for him, then she finds him in his room taking a bath, goes in and they kiss, apparently she, a virgin, wanted to keep going, then he kicks her out, he can't sleep so he goes to the library to read, talk to a friend then they play chess. Mind you that these women apparently had shown up in the middle of the night to begin with. A fact that is stated several times! So, again, I ask how long is this night supposed to be? How is this possible?
3. Furthermore, this man is labelled a "beast" all because of his appearance. So you mean to tell me that this man was kidnapped, tortured and then scared I guess and comes back to his people only to have them be cruel and label him a beast because of the atrocities he endured??? Yes, sure, anyone in their right mind would be pissed off for a decade or two and be traumatised after such an ordeal, but that doesn't mean he's a beast!! What were the arguments the author used to back up her statements? I guess I missed the part where the author SHOWED instead of TELLING fourteen thousand times how ferocious and beastly this man was, which is why he was tormented and thought he didn't deserve love.
Never mind that the "love" he is referring to is a woman he met one, two or three days ago... I'm not sure because it is impossible to tell how much time has passed by in the book. I guess no one eats meals? That is literally one way to show how much time has passed in books.
This concludes my rant. I just couldn't deal with the lack of description, world building, character development, repetitiveness, and just overall senselessness.
What's more disturbing is that there are people who think this is good. My head hurts 😫! To those people who might read this review, I urge you to please look up: Julie Garwood, Judith McNaught, Lisa Kleypas Elizabeth Hoyt, Eloisa James, Kerrigan Byrne and Elisa Braden if you want something more modern, and Tessa Dare if you want something decent but with less angst. These are fantastic authors all within their own right. Ones are a but more dramatic than others, but what they all have in common is talent. The ability to pull you into their stories, their worlds to the point that you find yourself thinking about what's happening to a character in this book when you're doing other stuff in the day. You find yourself looking forward to reading what happens next. These are just a few. There are many more authors within this vast genre who write beautifully. Please look them up!
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February 23, 2024
This is the start of a new series by Ms. Madigan and if they are all like this one you would not want to miss even one. Emma is the leader of her 4 sisters and when their evil cousin tries to force her to marry him by throwing her eldest sister in the dungeons as a witch they decide to run. They end up in the castle of a Laird that everyone is afraid of because he wears a mask on his face. He agrees to protect them all if Emma will marry him. Hunter has his own demons that he doesn't want to share or burden anyone else with but through time they find that the demon is one and the same. The love that ends up between the two of these people is wonderful.
July 4, 2025
Scottish historical fiction romance
The love story of Lady Emma and Laird Hunter. Emma and her sisters have been abused by her cousin Geoffrey. They run away from their clan to get away from an angry despot Geoffrey. But end up trying to seek sanctuary from a storm at the clan of laird Hunter. With his scars and fearsome reputation, it the last place they want to be.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I read it very quickly and had trouble putting it down. It has delightful characters and an awesome storyline. It's a well written book. Try it, I'm sure you'll enjoy it as much as I did.
The love story of Lady Emma and Laird Hunter. Emma and her sisters have been abused by her cousin Geoffrey. They run away from their clan to get away from an angry despot Geoffrey. But end up trying to seek sanctuary from a storm at the clan of laird Hunter. With his scars and fearsome reputation, it the last place they want to be.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I read it very quickly and had trouble putting it down. It has delightful characters and an awesome storyline. It's a well written book. Try it, I'm sure you'll enjoy it as much as I did.
May 7, 2024
Great book.
Hunter, heir to clan MacRoss was held captive for 8 years before his escape. Since then he is a changed man. Scarred, withdrawn, grumpy, and stern. Emma and her sisters were left with no choice but to flee their home in clandestine Clyde and run for their own safety from their evil cousin who has tormented them for years. When they arrived at the gates of clan MacRoss seeking sanctuary, they did not receive a warm welcome. However, their meeting with Hunter ended with a surprising proposal in return for his protection. Interesting storyline and characters.
Hunter, heir to clan MacRoss was held captive for 8 years before his escape. Since then he is a changed man. Scarred, withdrawn, grumpy, and stern. Emma and her sisters were left with no choice but to flee their home in clandestine Clyde and run for their own safety from their evil cousin who has tormented them for years. When they arrived at the gates of clan MacRoss seeking sanctuary, they did not receive a warm welcome. However, their meeting with Hunter ended with a surprising proposal in return for his protection. Interesting storyline and characters.
July 21, 2024
A wonderful story with trials and tribulations!!
Meet Hunter, he was kept in the dungeon in the worst of conditions. Then comes Nora. Clan Clyde's healer. Thrown in the dungeon because the Laird Geoffrey , wants his cousins to marry him to give him Power. Archie is Hunter's first man at arms. Nora has three sisters. All of whom steal away in the dark and end up
at Hunter's castle seeking sanctuary to save them from their cousin Geoffrey. Hunter offers them a choice. One of the sisters must marry him, and he will help
The sisters in any way they need..
Meet Hunter, he was kept in the dungeon in the worst of conditions. Then comes Nora. Clan Clyde's healer. Thrown in the dungeon because the Laird Geoffrey , wants his cousins to marry him to give him Power. Archie is Hunter's first man at arms. Nora has three sisters. All of whom steal away in the dark and end up
at Hunter's castle seeking sanctuary to save them from their cousin Geoffrey. Hunter offers them a choice. One of the sisters must marry him, and he will help
The sisters in any way they need..
February 16, 2024
Such A Good Story!!
I so enjoyed reading this one. I can’t wait for the other sisters stories. I loved the characters and storyline so much. From start to finish I didn’t want to stop reading. I had a feeling of who was responsible for the killings. He was nasty too! They took a chance and it worked out so well. Emma and Hunter were perfect for each other. On to my next story. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜💜💜😊😊😊😊😊
I so enjoyed reading this one. I can’t wait for the other sisters stories. I loved the characters and storyline so much. From start to finish I didn’t want to stop reading. I had a feeling of who was responsible for the killings. He was nasty too! They took a chance and it worked out so well. Emma and Hunter were perfect for each other. On to my next story. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜💜💜😊😊😊😊😊
February 18, 2024
To protect her sisters after they flee their home and run to Mac Ross Castle, Emma agrees to marry the Laird but vows never to succumb to him. This emotionally charged story drew me in and had me all caught up in the characters and secrets they all had. It is a well written story that kept me glued to the pages as I connected with Hunter and Emma.
I am volunteering to leave a review for an ARC of this book.
I am volunteering to leave a review for an ARC of this book.
February 29, 2024
Good Read,
I am a very big fan of historical romance though this one did not disappoint it was a good read. I do which more of a physical description was given to the characters especially the women, it helps to visualize and bring the characters to life along with the plot. Anyway it's A good read looking forward to the next sister story, hope it has more action but then I guess that depends on the plot.
I am a very big fan of historical romance though this one did not disappoint it was a good read. I do which more of a physical description was given to the characters especially the women, it helps to visualize and bring the characters to life along with the plot. Anyway it's A good read looking forward to the next sister story, hope it has more action but then I guess that depends on the plot.
April 13, 2024
Highland Beast has a soft spot
8 years locked away then finally free the highlander meets runaway sisters who requested safety from their cousin their clan laird. Hunter the highlander's name agrees to give them their request but one must become his bride. Who he wants as a wife you must get this book to find out. Good story flow...... I had to go and purchase the next book to see what the next sister is up to.
8 years locked away then finally free the highlander meets runaway sisters who requested safety from their cousin their clan laird. Hunter the highlander's name agrees to give them their request but one must become his bride. Who he wants as a wife you must get this book to find out. Good story flow...... I had to go and purchase the next book to see what the next sister is up to.
February 19, 2024
Outstanding story that keeps you glued!!
Fascinating to follow these 4 sisters in such danger! I was glued to Hunter & Emma’s interactions & struggling relationship. Perfect ending! Delightful tale to read over & over. Eloise descriptive writing has you walking thru the corridors & dungeon with the characters!
Fascinating to follow these 4 sisters in such danger! I was glued to Hunter & Emma’s interactions & struggling relationship. Perfect ending! Delightful tale to read over & over. Eloise descriptive writing has you walking thru the corridors & dungeon with the characters!
February 26, 2024
There’s a beast in all of us.
If you like Highland romance, suspense, with love and a bit of mystery then you will love this! I love the intrigue of the story and the presentation of it and its characters. You fall in love with them and the situation they are all in. A great entertaining read.
If you like Highland romance, suspense, with love and a bit of mystery then you will love this! I love the intrigue of the story and the presentation of it and its characters. You fall in love with them and the situation they are all in. A great entertaining read.
March 2, 2024
Who is the enemy?
An exciting story of deception, fear of tomorrow, and hope for the future! Emma and her three sisters are running from their evil cousin, who has taken over their clan when parents died! Come to the castle of Laird McRoss, Hunter, who is at first wary of them, thinking ambush. But as ladies slowly let their story out, troubles begin!
An exciting story of deception, fear of tomorrow, and hope for the future! Emma and her three sisters are running from their evil cousin, who has taken over their clan when parents died! Come to the castle of Laird McRoss, Hunter, who is at first wary of them, thinking ambush. But as ladies slowly let their story out, troubles begin!
May 4, 2024
I enjoyed this read but there weren't mention of Laird's scar? Laird were swimming without the leather mask. Lady don't see his scar, like ever? How was her reaction when he removed his leather mask? Did the author forget or wasn't important to write about it? Or did I download a bad file? Comon give me something. Also the ebook has more typos.
September 12, 2024
it was a good read
The story was good but not very descriptive. I really like stories that describe the characters (especially the main characters) in detail. This story did none of that . You didn’t get even so much as the hair color or eye color of Emma . It needed more and also had some typos.
The story was good but not very descriptive. I really like stories that describe the characters (especially the main characters) in detail. This story did none of that . You didn’t get even so much as the hair color or eye color of Emma . It needed more and also had some typos.
October 21, 2024
Two souls coming together for family
Trying to find out what and why they took Hunter from his family and why Emma and her sisters are are forced to run from her family. Bringing both together to find answers that they may not want to face. But the need to face it is what will bring a new way forward.
Trying to find out what and why they took Hunter from his family and why Emma and her sisters are are forced to run from her family. Bringing both together to find answers that they may not want to face. But the need to face it is what will bring a new way forward.
July 17, 2025
Sweet story!
I enjoyed this story very much however I will say better proof readers are needed as the last fourth of this book has many typos and misspellings, (in the kindle version). You feel the horrific memories that Hunter struggles with daily and Emma's heartache as she tries to understand his actions and roller coaster emotions.
I enjoyed this story very much however I will say better proof readers are needed as the last fourth of this book has many typos and misspellings, (in the kindle version). You feel the horrific memories that Hunter struggles with daily and Emma's heartache as she tries to understand his actions and roller coaster emotions.
February 22, 2024
What a romantic story in the highlands. The passion between Emma and Hunter is off the charts! I loved that she thought to sacrifice her happiness for her sister's protection, however, she finds so much more with laird Hunter.
April 10, 2024
good read
I am newer reader of Ms.Madigans and I am enjoying her books very much! She is a talented writer and knows how to tell a story! Characters are well developed and you come to love their story! Looking forward to more!!
I am newer reader of Ms.Madigans and I am enjoying her books very much! She is a talented writer and knows how to tell a story! Characters are well developed and you come to love their story! Looking forward to more!!
April 29, 2024
I love a historical romance and this one caught me with sharp hooks at the beginning but i ended up skimming through rolling my eyes to get to the plot line that was at best, just a time filler!
Good premise and the first chapters were good, but just lost its way alittle.
Good premise and the first chapters were good, but just lost its way alittle.
May 2, 2024
Another good story
Fleeing for safety in ancient Scotland is full of danger. When Emma saves her eldest sister and helps the younger sisters escape, she never realized the grouchy laird might be her saviour or at least her way out.
Fleeing for safety in ancient Scotland is full of danger. When Emma saves her eldest sister and helps the younger sisters escape, she never realized the grouchy laird might be her saviour or at least her way out.
June 29, 2024
Lasses of Clan Clyde
This is a great start for a series. I read book 2 before I read this Book. The storyline and the characters are intriguing. I love reading Highland Historical Romances.
This is a great start for a series. I read book 2 before I read this Book. The storyline and the characters are intriguing. I love reading Highland Historical Romances.
February 18, 2024
Beast
Hunter has to relive his past to see his future with his wife and continued being the Laird of his clan
Hunter has to relive his past to see his future with his wife and continued being the Laird of his clan
February 25, 2024
hot hot and more hot
Wow, had to turn the fan on for this awesome read. Read this awesome book and it will tell you all you need to know about it.
Wow, had to turn the fan on for this awesome read. Read this awesome book and it will tell you all you need to know about it.
February 29, 2024
Heartwarming love story
A heartwarming love story about love overcoming hardships and endearing characters, A real page turner that I really enjoyed reading.
A heartwarming love story about love overcoming hardships and endearing characters, A real page turner that I really enjoyed reading.
March 7, 2024
Love abounds
Eloise Madigan writes a story with so much feeling. Although a love story of the ages the steamy parts are so romantically written. A little steamy and slot of love.
Eloise Madigan writes a story with so much feeling. Although a love story of the ages the steamy parts are so romantically written. A little steamy and slot of love.
March 28, 2024
Virgin For The Highland Beast
A good story,. Sad how greedy and evil some people are. Its nice to see the good and true rise above and win in the end.
A good story,. Sad how greedy and evil some people are. Its nice to see the good and true rise above and win in the end.
March 29, 2024
Pretty good
This book was OK. Not very exciting though. It dragged on but I kept reading. I would not purchase this book.
This book was OK. Not very exciting though. It dragged on but I kept reading. I would not purchase this book.
April 21, 2024
Good
This author tells great stories, except for the extended ending. I will no longer follow this author. I am so
This author tells great stories, except for the extended ending. I will no longer follow this author. I am so
May 20, 2024
Nice story line.
This was a nice adventure and refreshing book. It was a great read for my weekend trip. I can not wait to read the next sister's story.
This was a nice adventure and refreshing book. It was a great read for my weekend trip. I can not wait to read the next sister's story.
May 21, 2024
3.5 stars
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