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The Laird’s Sinful Claim: Scottish Auction Romance
"When I raised my hand at that cursed auction, I kent fine I was damning myself. But the moment my eyes found ye, lass… hell itself seemed a bargain."
When Lady Elinor Rose is auctioned off to pay her father’s debts, she expects ruin—never rescue. But the man who steps from the shadows is no savior—he is the sinful Scottish laird who will claim her with one bold bid.
Laird David MacDonald is bound by a cruel covenant that stole his freedom long ago. Ordered to wed an English bride, he defies the crown with one reckless, wicked he buys the woman who was meant to mean nothing…
She stirs his blood with every breath. Her kiss tastes of freedom—and the man who sought to own her has no claim now that MacDonald has taken her for himself.
And this laird never releases what he claims.
Not in his bed… and not in his heart.
One bold bid. One stolen bride. One sinful Scottish laird.
This is a Historical Scottish romance novel of more than 400 pages. STANDALONE story, No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Scroll up and GET IT NOW!
Laird David MacDonald is bound by a cruel covenant that stole his freedom long ago. Ordered to wed an English bride, he defies the crown with one reckless, wicked he buys the woman who was meant to mean nothing…
She stirs his blood with every breath. Her kiss tastes of freedom—and the man who sought to own her has no claim now that MacDonald has taken her for himself.
And this laird never releases what he claims.
Not in his bed… and not in his heart.
One bold bid. One stolen bride. One sinful Scottish laird.
This is a Historical Scottish romance novel of more than 400 pages. STANDALONE story, No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Scroll up and GET IT NOW!
516 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 17, 2026
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Shona Thompson
86 books71 followersShona Thompson is an American based author of Historical Scottish Romance. She spent her student years in the majestic city of Edinburgh, where she fell in love with the history, the legends and the people of Scotland.
Her own Highlander husband was the one who inspired her and awoke her passion for writing. He became her muse, and all her love stories are dedicated to him.
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March 9, 2026
After receiving a summons to appear at court because the Regent had decided David needed an English wife to further seal the bonds between the two kingdoms David decided that he would choose his own wife and no one was going to tell him who he had to marry. He and Tristan went to Berwick to discuss grain shipments with a minor Border lord when he saw two men tugging on the arms of an English lass trying to pull her away from the other and she ended up being struck causing her mouth to bleed. Elinor was trying to get them to let go of her. Her father was one and he was trying to drag her inside to auction her off and the other, Sir Edmund Langley, claimed he was her betrothed but her father said the price he offered for her was not enough so he was auctioning her off to get a higher price. In the process Elinor was hit in the face splitting her lip and that saw David seeing red! When they went inside he and Tristan followed as the auction was about to start. When they went inside bidding started and when it looked like Langley was going to outbid the others David stepped in and outbid him. Now he may have started a war on both sides, he went against the Regent and made an enemy of Langley and he now had a bride that probably hated him too! This is an excellent book and another instalment in the Highland Sinners Series and one you won’t want to miss!!
Cherie
Cherie
January 20, 2026
Absolutely phenomenal!
This book is amazing! David finds himself summoned to be wed to an English bride chosen by the Regent to build an alliance of peace. Tired of doing everything expected of him by others, he’s determined that his wife will be chosen by him. Elinor’s father is heavily in debt and turns to an auction to solve his problems. Sir Edmund Langley offered for her hand but her father refused. It is at the auction where she will meet David and it will change everything. An altercation before the auction involving Langley and Elinor’s father will put David in a position where he will decide that saving Elinor will solve both their problems. It’s a bit of an adventure when he leaves the auction with Elinor in tow and an angry Langley left behind. I love how their relationship begins with her negotiating and bargaining to get her way. But time will soften the rough edges of their beginning and lead to genuine feelings developing between the two. But Langley refuses to give up and there will be danger brought to David’s home. In the end, Langley will be defeated by David and Elinor working together and it will allow them to move forward to a beautiful future together.
I read an ARC copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
This book is amazing! David finds himself summoned to be wed to an English bride chosen by the Regent to build an alliance of peace. Tired of doing everything expected of him by others, he’s determined that his wife will be chosen by him. Elinor’s father is heavily in debt and turns to an auction to solve his problems. Sir Edmund Langley offered for her hand but her father refused. It is at the auction where she will meet David and it will change everything. An altercation before the auction involving Langley and Elinor’s father will put David in a position where he will decide that saving Elinor will solve both their problems. It’s a bit of an adventure when he leaves the auction with Elinor in tow and an angry Langley left behind. I love how their relationship begins with her negotiating and bargaining to get her way. But time will soften the rough edges of their beginning and lead to genuine feelings developing between the two. But Langley refuses to give up and there will be danger brought to David’s home. In the end, Langley will be defeated by David and Elinor working together and it will allow them to move forward to a beautiful future together.
I read an ARC copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
March 1, 2026
Not as expected!
While the characters were carefully created and engaging, the storyline was lacking in development. The set up of the first chapter in which Langley was developing his assault strategy was followed by two chapters, one being romantic, leading the reader to anticipate an assault during a romantic scene, which was most unsettling. Poor planning and execution of the story. Additionally, some modern words like micromanage for example were incorporated that that would not have been used during that period. The final attack scene was well done however.
While the characters were carefully created and engaging, the storyline was lacking in development. The set up of the first chapter in which Langley was developing his assault strategy was followed by two chapters, one being romantic, leading the reader to anticipate an assault during a romantic scene, which was most unsettling. Poor planning and execution of the story. Additionally, some modern words like micromanage for example were incorporated that that would not have been used during that period. The final attack scene was well done however.
January 22, 2026
What an exciting story. It has an evil man trying to take a woman that he thinks he loves but really wants to possess. Whereas David goes against the crown, but gets the love of his life that he never expected. It's a wonderful story about how they grow to love each other and protect each other. You have to laugh at the painting scene. She turns into a strong woman and the final scenes are proof. You don't want to miss this story.
January 19, 2026
Great adventure
A beautiful and exciting adventure! The characters were very brave and awesome. The battle was incredibly exciting. The plot was incredibly deceptive. Thanks for sharing your story.
A beautiful and exciting adventure! The characters were very brave and awesome. The battle was incredibly exciting. The plot was incredibly deceptive. Thanks for sharing your story.
January 22, 2026
Rescued from an obsessed man
Loved this story. Elinor had to adjust to being a wife to a laird who had a last to vet over. David had to decide that his past fears had no place for his future. A must read.
Loved this story. Elinor had to adjust to being a wife to a laird who had a last to vet over. David had to decide that his past fears had no place for his future. A must read.
February 8, 2026
ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I HAVE EVER READ. DAVID BUYS ELINOR AT AN AUCTION TO OUTWIT THE REGENT OF THE KING. ANOTHER MAN WANTED ELINOR AND CAUSES TROUBLE LATER ON. THE REGENT HAS HIS EYE ON THEM TOO. THERE IS A BATTLE AND SPIES AND A LOT OF ACTION.
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