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Taming the Kilmartins #2
Wedded to the Heartless Highlander
“There is nae competition, lass. Ye were mine the moment I decided to play.”
When her father declares a competition for her hand Erica is devastated. But before she can flee, a dangerous man joins. And he intends to make her his.
Death follows Laird Hunter everywhere he goes. So he vows never to take a wife. Only, he still needs a mother for his niece. And winning Erica’s hand might be his only chance–if he keeps his distance. No matter how tempting his bride of convenience is.
Yet when he finally claims Erica’s lips, she tastes like his downfall…and Hunter is ready to drown in her.
*Wedded to the Heartless Highlander is a steamy Scottish Medieval Historical romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 pages) written by Maddie MacKenna and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, lots of steam and a happy ending.
When her father declares a competition for her hand Erica is devastated. But before she can flee, a dangerous man joins. And he intends to make her his.
Death follows Laird Hunter everywhere he goes. So he vows never to take a wife. Only, he still needs a mother for his niece. And winning Erica’s hand might be his only chance–if he keeps his distance. No matter how tempting his bride of convenience is.
Yet when he finally claims Erica’s lips, she tastes like his downfall…and Hunter is ready to drown in her.
*Wedded to the Heartless Highlander is a steamy Scottish Medieval Historical romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 pages) written by Maddie MacKenna and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, lots of steam and a happy ending.
- GenresHistorical Romance
455 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 29, 2024
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January 23, 2025
Marriage in name only.
Hunter, Laird MacKinnon is under pressure from his council to wed and sire an heir. When Laird MacFair holds some Highland Games and offers the winner the hand of his daughter Erica in marriage, he decides that will kill two birds with one stone. Hunter needs a mother figure for his niece, Lily. She is the only remaining blood member of his family and he will do anything for her, even a marriage of convenience. But, others are not happy with this arrangement and soon mysterious and dangerous then begin to happen.
Hunter, Laird MacKinnon is under pressure from his council to wed and sire an heir. When Laird MacFair holds some Highland Games and offers the winner the hand of his daughter Erica in marriage, he decides that will kill two birds with one stone. Hunter needs a mother figure for his niece, Lily. She is the only remaining blood member of his family and he will do anything for her, even a marriage of convenience. But, others are not happy with this arrangement and soon mysterious and dangerous then begin to happen.
December 5, 2024
obsession
Hunter and Erica are strong characters. I enjoy books with strong female characters. The interactions between them keeps the book flowing and a great read. The winner of the Highland Games, Hunter takes his prize Érica home. A black shadow hangs over Hunter but it’s all only rumors. Torn between love of family and tragic loss of family torments them both until the end. I highly recommend this book.
Hunter and Erica are strong characters. I enjoy books with strong female characters. The interactions between them keeps the book flowing and a great read. The winner of the Highland Games, Hunter takes his prize Érica home. A black shadow hangs over Hunter but it’s all only rumors. Torn between love of family and tragic loss of family torments them both until the end. I highly recommend this book.
December 6, 2024
great highland romance
This is the story of a young highland lady that had treated of becoming a school teacher one day to have her fragile father hold a competition for her hand in marriage without saying anything to her until it was time to start the games. The Laird that won the competition was a large gruff man that she couldn’t keep her eyes off of but at the same time he intimidated her. Will they come to terms each other
This is the story of a young highland lady that had treated of becoming a school teacher one day to have her fragile father hold a competition for her hand in marriage without saying anything to her until it was time to start the games. The Laird that won the competition was a large gruff man that she couldn’t keep her eyes off of but at the same time he intimidated her. Will they come to terms each other
December 10, 2024
Heartless Highlander Finds A Loving Wife
I wasn't fond of her family but I guess that was the norm in that time. To have highland games to find a husband. When they were married they left to go to his right after the wedding. They left early because he had a young niece at home that needed them. Her name was Lily and she was so happy to meet her new member of the family. Things were going along fine when someone took Lily and everything changed
I wasn't fond of her family but I guess that was the norm in that time. To have highland games to find a husband. When they were married they left to go to his right after the wedding. They left early because he had a young niece at home that needed them. Her name was Lily and she was so happy to meet her new member of the family. Things were going along fine when someone took Lily and everything changed
January 22, 2025
I was excited to read this since I loved book 1. Unfortunately, these two MCs exhausted me. The hot, cold, hot, cold was just too much. They would take 1 step forward and then go right back to doubting and mistrusting each other.
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Also, the child endangerment was a bit too much for me.
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This had a lot of potential - loved the start with the competition and both of the MCs back stories. Wish it hadn't been quite so all over the place and they could have trusted each other a bit sooner.
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Also, the child endangerment was a bit too much for me.
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This had a lot of potential - loved the start with the competition and both of the MCs back stories. Wish it hadn't been quite so all over the place and they could have trusted each other a bit sooner.
February 12, 2025
This is a well written highlander story with strong characters and an interesting storyline. The author does a great job developing the story and takes you into their lives with emotions, banter, chemistry and romance and kept me turning the pages with mystery and danger. She moves the story fluidly and delivers a terrific read.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and are freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and are freely given.
December 22, 2025
Great story!
Hunter was a laird. He lost his whole family when a sickness was spread. His niece was the only one left. Now he knows he needs to have a wife, someone to help with his niece. So there were games announced that would win the hand of Lady Erica. He went and won, but not to get a wife. He went to help Lily, his niece . He thinks that he does not deserve a wife…please read to see how really great this story is!
Hunter was a laird. He lost his whole family when a sickness was spread. His niece was the only one left. Now he knows he needs to have a wife, someone to help with his niece. So there were games announced that would win the hand of Lady Erica. He went and won, but not to get a wife. He went to help Lily, his niece . He thinks that he does not deserve a wife…please read to see how really great this story is!
December 3, 2024
Erica gets informed that she will be marrying the winner of a competition, which she doesn’t want to happen. Laird Hunter is a man whom rumors follow. He is the one of the main competitors, much to Erica’s horror. The other is a local widower, James.
This book is wonderfully written and draws you in quickly. Characters are likeable and relatable. Absolutely worth the purchase and read!
This book is wonderfully written and draws you in quickly. Characters are likeable and relatable. Absolutely worth the purchase and read!
December 3, 2024
Great story
Once I started this wonderful story, I couldn't stop reading it. My housework could wait. It has some real twists. It took some time for them to figure out that they loved each other. Lily was a sweet girl. You don't want to miss reading this great story by Ms MacKenna.
Once I started this wonderful story, I couldn't stop reading it. My housework could wait. It has some real twists. It took some time for them to figure out that they loved each other. Lily was a sweet girl. You don't want to miss reading this great story by Ms MacKenna.
December 5, 2024
She is told that she will be married off to the winner of the competition hosted by her father. Hunter wins and takes her with him to look after his niece, but he is also captivated with Erica. He aims to stay away from her, but will he be able to keep his distance to keep Erica safe. Hunter and Erica kept me all caught up in this wonderful story.
January 3, 2025
Wedded to the Heartless Highlander
Erica goes through a maelstrom of worries and situations. Her strong, stubborn self stood against the odds and then some but pulled her through and giving her everything that she needed. This story is filled with excitement, mystery and mixed emotions but all comes together for a great read!
Erica goes through a maelstrom of worries and situations. Her strong, stubborn self stood against the odds and then some but pulled her through and giving her everything that she needed. This story is filled with excitement, mystery and mixed emotions but all comes together for a great read!
October 30, 2025
A past obsession can be hard to detect.
A marriage due to challenges turned out to be much more than it should be. There were many obstacles before a happy ending. Everyone who likes highlander stories and the emotional turmoil that occurs before solving a difficult problem will love this story.
A marriage due to challenges turned out to be much more than it should be. There were many obstacles before a happy ending. Everyone who likes highlander stories and the emotional turmoil that occurs before solving a difficult problem will love this story.
December 4, 2024
Winner
Hunter comes to Erica's home to a set of Highlands games to win a wife. He wins and takes her home to his castle. He is the guardian of a young girl. There seems to be someone that won't let them live in peace and they finally have to have a full battle to win forever.
Hunter comes to Erica's home to a set of Highlands games to win a wife. He wins and takes her home to his castle. He is the guardian of a young girl. There seems to be someone that won't let them live in peace and they finally have to have a full battle to win forever.
December 7, 2024
Another great story
Feeling guilty that his entire family died while he was left alive drove hunter to marry for the sake of his niece. He had no idea that he'd fall in love with his wife.
Feeling guilty that his entire family died while he was left alive drove hunter to marry for the sake of his niece. He had no idea that he'd fall in love with his wife.
December 18, 2024
I Wonder ??
Ok so have u ever read a story and then ask yourself if this could have been written by the same author as previous stories you've read by the same author? So that's all I'm going to say.
Ok so have u ever read a story and then ask yourself if this could have been written by the same author as previous stories you've read by the same author? So that's all I'm going to say.
December 18, 2024
Amazing romance
Amazing romance full of excitement and kept me enthralled from the very beginning and throughout the story, I love the wonderful characters and the storyline was great!
Amazing romance full of excitement and kept me enthralled from the very beginning and throughout the story, I love the wonderful characters and the storyline was great!
December 21, 2024
Awesome adventure
Loved reading this very exciting adventure. What they had to go through was amazing! The characters were really great. The adventure was incredibly interesting and exciting! The ending was perfect! Thanks for sharing your story!
Loved reading this very exciting adventure. What they had to go through was amazing! The characters were really great. The adventure was incredibly interesting and exciting! The ending was perfect! Thanks for sharing your story!
February 26, 2025
Over the top
I love historical romance and you can't get anything better than this story. There's humor, sadness, anger and danger that is all twisted about into a wonderful relationship with love winning through it all.
I love historical romance and you can't get anything better than this story. There's humor, sadness, anger and danger that is all twisted about into a wonderful relationship with love winning through it all.
June 28, 2025
Good Book
I loved the story of Hunter and Erica, this book was entertaining with lots of twists and turns. Loving this series, can't wait to read the next book. I would recommend this book to anyone.
I loved the story of Hunter and Erica, this book was entertaining with lots of twists and turns. Loving this series, can't wait to read the next book. I would recommend this book to anyone.
December 10, 2024
Wedded to the Heartless Highlander
This was a great book. The story line was so engaging and very well written. A perfect ending to a great story.
This was a great book. The story line was so engaging and very well written. A perfect ending to a great story.
December 11, 2024
Other reviewers have given great summaries of this book, and I agree with them. I give it 5 stars!!!
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December 12, 2024This is such a wonderful Powerful well-written Scottish tale . Which I highly recommend.
December 18, 2024
HEA highland treat
It takes awhile to figure out who is trailing them. Are they after one or all; and why are they there. Evil fails
It takes awhile to figure out who is trailing them. Are they after one or all; and why are they there. Evil fails
December 25, 2024
Lovely story
Kept me page turning in anticipation..lovely storyline though ikedtheway the characters of the story interfaced ..till the found their HEA you will enjoy⭐️
Kept me page turning in anticipation..lovely storyline though ikedtheway the characters of the story interfaced ..till the found their HEA you will enjoy⭐️
January 10, 2025
missing info
What happened with the miserable councilman. We thought he was crooked but he was forgotten.
Great story, I thought maybe Calvin would end up with Kara.
What happened with the miserable councilman. We thought he was crooked but he was forgotten.
Great story, I thought maybe Calvin would end up with Kara.
January 16, 2025
Nice
This was a well written and interesting story. I enjoyed reading about Hunter and Erica’s story. I recommend reading this book.
This was a well written and interesting story. I enjoyed reading about Hunter and Erica’s story. I recommend reading this book.
February 21, 2025
Wedded to the Heartless Highlander
I think this book was irritating at times and it was good too. I think Erica and her highlander needed some help.
I think this book was irritating at times and it was good too. I think Erica and her highlander needed some help.
March 31, 2025
great
So far I’m loving this series. It’s heartwarming and keeps you reading. It makes you know that love and family can get you through anything.
So far I’m loving this series. It’s heartwarming and keeps you reading. It makes you know that love and family can get you through anything.
October 11, 2025
great to the last page
Exciting with twists and turns a plenty. The building of a family and melting a lairds frozen heart was never better.
Exciting with twists and turns a plenty. The building of a family and melting a lairds frozen heart was never better.
October 11, 2025
Most Engaging!
The story is engaging. The characters are truly engaging! The flow and pacing is pleasant. Overall a very good read indeed!
The story is engaging. The characters are truly engaging! The flow and pacing is pleasant. Overall a very good read indeed!
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