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The Highlander’s Fake Wife: A Highlanders Historical Romance Novel
“Which part of ‘I own ye now’ did ye nae understand, lassie?”
Trying to escape a cruel fate, Olivia ends up in a lake, fighting to stay alive.
Until she is saved...by the man she hates the most.
Now she owes him her life.
And noone says no to a Devil like him. Noone wants to.
***
Having killed her kin at war, Laird Arthur shouldn't care what happens to the little hellion.
But her own people turned against her because of him.
So the only way to protect her is to claim her...Or pretend to.
For the next few weeks Olivia is his.
His to protect.
His to possess.
His to ruin.
*The Highlander’s Fake Wife is a steamy Scottish historical romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 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!
Trying to escape a cruel fate, Olivia ends up in a lake, fighting to stay alive.
Until she is saved...by the man she hates the most.
Now she owes him her life.
And noone says no to a Devil like him. Noone wants to.
***
Having killed her kin at war, Laird Arthur shouldn't care what happens to the little hellion.
But her own people turned against her because of him.
So the only way to protect her is to claim her...Or pretend to.
For the next few weeks Olivia is his.
His to protect.
His to possess.
His to ruin.
*The Highlander’s Fake Wife is a steamy Scottish historical romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 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!
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Published July 31, 2025
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August 11, 2025
This is the fourth book in the Legacy of Highland Lairds series. Unfortunately, I haven't yet read the previous books, but I will go back and read them. Therefore, I am not sure if I have missed any background on the characters and other clans involved in the book. This, however, didn't stop my enjoyment. I just know from the author's other works that she tends to mention characters from other books throughout her series.
Trying to escape torture or worse, Olivia and her Mother, Kathleen, are running to escape their clan, who have turned on them, when they are separated. Olivia manages to get away, only to be pulled out of the water by her worst enemy, the laird responsible for killing her father and Brother and putting them in this predicament. To keep her safe, he insists the pair start pretending to be betrothed. But it becomes quite apparent that it might not be just pretend.
I enjoy the author's writing style and the banter she creates between her main characters. Arthur and Olivia were a great match, and their constant rivalry and witty comebacks had me turning the pages. Whilst it is not a bodice ripper per se, there are enough steamy moments as their relationship blooms to keep the reader entertained.
Trying to escape torture or worse, Olivia and her Mother, Kathleen, are running to escape their clan, who have turned on them, when they are separated. Olivia manages to get away, only to be pulled out of the water by her worst enemy, the laird responsible for killing her father and Brother and putting them in this predicament. To keep her safe, he insists the pair start pretending to be betrothed. But it becomes quite apparent that it might not be just pretend.
I enjoy the author's writing style and the banter she creates between her main characters. Arthur and Olivia were a great match, and their constant rivalry and witty comebacks had me turning the pages. Whilst it is not a bodice ripper per se, there are enough steamy moments as their relationship blooms to keep the reader entertained.
August 11, 2025
Such Promise
This story started with a bang and slowed down to a fizzle. The story gets lost with all the side details. The story refers to Arthur murdering the heroines father and brother, but he is conveniently in the woods just in time to save her from drowning. Within a couple of chapters, he is forgiven. They have known each other for less than a week. The villain and true plot are introduced at the end of the book. Arthur is such a great warrior that has no problem defending against multiple adversaries several times . Not the best read.
This story started with a bang and slowed down to a fizzle. The story gets lost with all the side details. The story refers to Arthur murdering the heroines father and brother, but he is conveniently in the woods just in time to save her from drowning. Within a couple of chapters, he is forgiven. They have known each other for less than a week. The villain and true plot are introduced at the end of the book. Arthur is such a great warrior that has no problem defending against multiple adversaries several times . Not the best read.
September 4, 2025
Good Read !!
I enjoyed Arthur's and Olivia story, it was quite an adventure that captured my interest from the beginning until the very end. I've enjoyed each story in this "Legacy of Highland Lairds"series, I think Arthur is very well written his strength, humor, compassion when needed ,his love for his family and clan a strong Alpha Laird. Every character is very well written as was the continued plot of this series also continued characters, and of course finding and falling in love in the end is always a happy ending 🤗 a Good Read .
I enjoyed Arthur's and Olivia story, it was quite an adventure that captured my interest from the beginning until the very end. I've enjoyed each story in this "Legacy of Highland Lairds"series, I think Arthur is very well written his strength, humor, compassion when needed ,his love for his family and clan a strong Alpha Laird. Every character is very well written as was the continued plot of this series also continued characters, and of course finding and falling in love in the end is always a happy ending 🤗 a Good Read .
August 4, 2025
Sweet love story
Not a lot of steam, if that's what you're looking for, but there are a couple of open door scenes.
The story shows the emotional growth of Arthur from being a rake to finding love with one woman. I enjoyed the story but found that there were some story lines or situations that were not fully developed and could have been explained more in depth.
Not a lot of steam, if that's what you're looking for, but there are a couple of open door scenes.
The story shows the emotional growth of Arthur from being a rake to finding love with one woman. I enjoyed the story but found that there were some story lines or situations that were not fully developed and could have been explained more in depth.
August 7, 2025
“Olivia…what if ye’re me reason fer living?”
This is a good story, one that will keep you guessing......
Arthur is that Laird who never expected to marry until he rescues his Selkie, Olivia. He proposes a "fake" betrothal to protect her, but can she change his mind.
An un expected enemy lurks, can they take the love they develop and survive to win at life and live.
This is a good story, one that will keep you guessing......
Arthur is that Laird who never expected to marry until he rescues his Selkie, Olivia. He proposes a "fake" betrothal to protect her, but can she change his mind.
An un expected enemy lurks, can they take the love they develop and survive to win at life and live.
August 12, 2025
Enemies to lovers in the Highlands!
Lady Olivia flees betrayal and danger, only to be rescued by Laird Arthur—her father’s enemy. A fake engagement turns into real love as Arthur protects her from repeated threats and discovers he wants more than duty—he wants a future with Olivia.
Romantic, redemptive, and rich with Highland heart.
Lady Olivia flees betrayal and danger, only to be rescued by Laird Arthur—her father’s enemy. A fake engagement turns into real love as Arthur protects her from repeated threats and discovers he wants more than duty—he wants a future with Olivia.
Romantic, redemptive, and rich with Highland heart.
August 13, 2025
the clans
Olivia and her mother are running away from the massacre of their clan. They get separated. Olivia runs into Arthur and he saves her from drowning. She ends up as his betrothed to keep his council off his back and they find that they really want to be married live together.
Olivia and her mother are running away from the massacre of their clan. They get separated. Olivia runs into Arthur and he saves her from drowning. She ends up as his betrothed to keep his council off his back and they find that they really want to be married live together.
January 7, 2026
Love & Loyality
Selkie, a nickname for Olivia and Arthur had several. She was a sharp tongued lass rescued from drowning, while escaping her traitorist clan, by Arthur. Their love story grows from there and is a lesson in loyality and strength of love. I gave this read 5 stars because of the depth of characters and storyline not to mention a very handsome, caring hero.
Selkie, a nickname for Olivia and Arthur had several. She was a sharp tongued lass rescued from drowning, while escaping her traitorist clan, by Arthur. Their love story grows from there and is a lesson in loyality and strength of love. I gave this read 5 stars because of the depth of characters and storyline not to mention a very handsome, caring hero.
August 4, 2025
Wonderful
This story flows brilliantly! It had the most amazing angst, trepidation and joy. From start to finish I loved the characters and story. But the ending was simply the best.
This story flows brilliantly! It had the most amazing angst, trepidation and joy. From start to finish I loved the characters and story. But the ending was simply the best.
August 5, 2025
Arthur saves Olivia then suggests a fake betrothal. However, she wants children and he doesn't. Her clan wants her and her mother dead. Can he protect them? This story has a wow ending that you don't see coming. Loved it!!!
August 11, 2025
Great adventure
This was a very interesting and exciting adventure to read. The battle scenes were incredible. The characters were amazing. I loved Rosie and Maisie!!! Thanks for sharing your story!!!
This was a very interesting and exciting adventure to read. The battle scenes were incredible. The characters were amazing. I loved Rosie and Maisie!!! Thanks for sharing your story!!!
August 19, 2025
great
A lovely love story of Arthur and Olivia, he finds her drowning in the tarn, saves her and talks her in to being his fake betroth. The book has a great storyline with plenty of action to the story. I really enjoyed this book
A lovely love story of Arthur and Olivia, he finds her drowning in the tarn, saves her and talks her in to being his fake betroth. The book has a great storyline with plenty of action to the story. I really enjoyed this book
August 7, 2025
The Highlander’s Fake Wife
This was a good book. I loved Arthur and Olivia story. I liked her nickname SILKY they had adventures mysteries clan fighting but most of all love.
This was a good book. I loved Arthur and Olivia story. I liked her nickname SILKY they had adventures mysteries clan fighting but most of all love.
August 11, 2025
Delightful story!
Twisting plot to follow! Good story of love growing despite danger & intrigue. Fun dialogues. I enjoyed all these characters!
Twisting plot to follow! Good story of love growing despite danger & intrigue. Fun dialogues. I enjoyed all these characters!
August 13, 2025
Rescued by the enemy
This story is a lot about clans and how much emotions are keys in how clans react. Olivia and Arthur have to figure out how to get along. Loved it!
This story is a lot about clans and how much emotions are keys in how clans react. Olivia and Arthur have to figure out how to get along. Loved it!
August 18, 2025
Well Done!
The story is captivating! The characters are most engaging especially the muscular sexy males and Arthur so intriguing! The pacing is good! Yes, a good read!
The story is captivating! The characters are most engaging especially the muscular sexy males and Arthur so intriguing! The pacing is good! Yes, a good read!
October 3, 2025
steamy?
Not hardly . Your books are not steamy at all one isolated scene in the whole book. I won’t be reading any more of your stories… ugh
Not hardly . Your books are not steamy at all one isolated scene in the whole book. I won’t be reading any more of your stories… ugh
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