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Conquered Bride #2
Seduced by the Laird
She vowed never to love again... Lady Kirstin MacNeacaill is determined to lead a life of piety in hopes of erasing a past filled with pain and transgressions. She takes vows at the abbey on the Isle of Skye that has sheltered her since she was a girl. But when Scotland erupts in turmoil, and she is sent as an envoy to Melrose, she runs straight into one of her past transgressions. Old feelings arise, never truly forgotten. Forced to face her past, she must choose between penance, and allowing herself to fall passionately in love all over again. He's determined to change her mind... Laird Gregor Buchanan receives devastating news for Scotland and must travel to Melrose where Robert the Bruce is laying low. With his country divided between those who are for Scottish Independence and those who have sided with the English, he must ferret out those who threaten their very freedom. On his way to meet his future king, Gregor intercepts a small party, coming face to face with the woman he’s always loved and never forgotten. For the past ten years he’d searched for her, never coming close. Gregor does not want to let her go this time—and he’s praying she’ll give him a second chance.
256 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 1, 2015
About the author
Eliza Knight
144 books1,986 followersEliza Knight is an award winning, USA Today and international bestselling author. Her love of history began as a young girl when she traipsed the halls of Versailles and ran through the fields in Southern France. She can still remember standing before the great golden palace, and imagining what life must have been like. Growing up in the Washington, D.C. area, her weekends were filled with visits to museums, and historical reenactments. Escape into history for courageous heroines, irresistible heroes and daring escapades. Join Eliza (sometimes as E.) on riveting historical journeys that cross landscapes around the world. She is a member of the Historical Novel Society and Novelists, Inc., the creator of the popular historical blog, History Undressed, and a co-host on the History, Books and Wine podcast. Eliza also writes contemporary women's fiction as Michelle Brandon.
While not reading, writing or researching for her latest book, she tries to keep up with her three not-so-little children. In her spare time (if there is such a thing…) she likes daydreaming, wine-tasting, traveling, hiking, staring at the stars, watching movies, shopping and visiting with family and friends. She lives atop a small mountain with her own knight in shining armor, three princesses, two very naughty Newfies, and a turtle named Fish.
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For more information about book club visits, downloadable reader guides, upcoming author events, book news, newsletter and more, visit her website: www.elizaknight.com
If you love history and want to dive in for some fun, visit Eliza's popular, award-winning blog:
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While not reading, writing or researching for her latest book, she tries to keep up with her three not-so-little children. In her spare time (if there is such a thing…) she likes daydreaming, wine-tasting, traveling, hiking, staring at the stars, watching movies, shopping and visiting with family and friends. She lives atop a small mountain with her own knight in shining armor, three princesses, two very naughty Newfies, and a turtle named Fish.
CONFESSIONS OF A GRAMMAR QUEEN out now! LOST IN THE SUMMER OF '69 out June 9, 2026!
For more information about book club visits, downloadable reader guides, upcoming author events, book news, newsletter and more, visit her website: www.elizaknight.com
If you love history and want to dive in for some fun, visit Eliza's popular, award-winning blog:
http://historyundressed.com or her history podcast: https://historybooksandwinepodcast.bu...
To connect on social media, visit/follow Eliza at the following:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/elizaknightfi...
Instagram: @ElizaKnightFiction
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April 22, 2019
As always Eliza excels at what she does , this book is wonderful
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July 22, 2021
Listened on audible. Did not finish. Story was boring. I felt no connection to the characters. The narrator did fine with the men’s voices but the ladies voices just sounded silly. I’ve listened to many books and there are male narrators that really do a good job with the female characters. This one was not great.
March 25, 2023
Another wonderful read by Eliza Knight and I always know it's going to be an exciting story when Robert the Bruce is in it!! In a time when Scotland is fighting for its independance, danger lurks around every corner and no one is to be trusted, Gregor and Kirstin wage their own personal battle. He wants a second chance with her, she wants nothing to do with him. The hurts of the past is overwhelming and not easily overcome.
Between the characters, the storyline and the backdrop, I must say I thoroughly enjoyed this book!
Between the characters, the storyline and the backdrop, I must say I thoroughly enjoyed this book!
May 10, 2022
Outlander meets Braveheart
Aside from the insults levelled at ALL of the English, softened only slightly by the presence of sympathetic Sassenachs, I enjoyed this romance and adventure a lot. Kirsten is a nun with a past and Gregor is that past. Thrown together after nearly a decade, can they overcome the challenges that face them? Spies, treason and danger at every turn. The characters and voice of the story are solid, despite some timeline problems.
Aside from the insults levelled at ALL of the English, softened only slightly by the presence of sympathetic Sassenachs, I enjoyed this romance and adventure a lot. Kirsten is a nun with a past and Gregor is that past. Thrown together after nearly a decade, can they overcome the challenges that face them? Spies, treason and danger at every turn. The characters and voice of the story are solid, despite some timeline problems.
March 19, 2019
Oh hum
The story was a good start to what seemed like would be a great read. The story just sort of fizzled. Felt like the characters and the story rushed toward me and then ZAP nothingness.
The scenes were well set up but left me let down with a weak presentation of the action.
The story was a good start to what seemed like would be a great read. The story just sort of fizzled. Felt like the characters and the story rushed toward me and then ZAP nothingness.
The scenes were well set up but left me let down with a weak presentation of the action.
December 27, 2015
wasn't as good as the first one but still enjoyed it I would of liked it more to be not so centred inside the abbey didn't feel like i went on a journey as my imagination was stuck inside lol
May 3, 2022
This is an OK Medieval romance, but the couple was difficult to like at times. There were a few situations that I found very unbelievable, and I got irritated with the couple at times. It gets 3 stars from me.
Gregor was hard to like, because of what he had done to Kirstin years before. He didn't seem to understand for a long time that he deserved for her to leave him, and that what he had done was awful. He just kept blaming her for leaving so he couldn't apologize. He did get better, after she told him what she had endured, but still ...
I had a really difficult time believing that a nun would be able to get away with the things that Kirstin did. She first met Gregor, and got involved with him, when she had run away from the Abbey. Then, when they meet again, she keeps doing things with him that would absolutely be unacceptable behavior for a nun. I get that her aunt was her Mother Superior, but I still find it difficult to believe she would have gotten away with that behavior. I'm not a Catholic, but I do know that nuns have to follow very strict rules -- and I believe the rules in medieval times were much stricter than they are now.
I also really wondered why Kirstin still loved Gregor after what he had done to her. Most women would not want to see a man like that ever again, and certainly wouldn't still be in love with them.
This is not the author's fault, and it didn't affect my review, but this makes several times recently when I've found a Medieval romance unsatisfying. They always contain so much violence, which bothers me. I also think maybe I'm a little too liberated to handle the way women were treated in those days. Even when a woman had a good husband, she was still his property, and had almost no independence. Maybe I should stick with romances from a more contemporary time period ...
My rating system is below.
1 star -- Hated it, or did not finish. I usually only give this rating if some of the content is truly objectionable to me, like if one of the main characters does something really awful, and gets away with it.
2 stars -- Didn't like it. This rating usually means that I thought the writing wasn't very good, the editing was terrible, I didn't like the characters, or it had other major flaws.
3 stars -- I liked it, but had some minor issues with it. This rating means that there were minor editing issues, the story needed more character development, it was just too unrealistic, or had some other fairly minor issue. The majority of books I read get this rating – I do not consider it a bad rating.
4 stars -- I liked it a lot. This is a high rating for me, and I rarely give a higher one.
5 stars -- I loved it, and will probably read it again. Very few books are good enough to get this rating from me. The ones that do are usually classics.
Gregor was hard to like, because of what he had done to Kirstin years before. He didn't seem to understand for a long time that he deserved for her to leave him, and that what he had done was awful. He just kept blaming her for leaving so he couldn't apologize. He did get better, after she told him what she had endured, but still ...
I had a really difficult time believing that a nun would be able to get away with the things that Kirstin did. She first met Gregor, and got involved with him, when she had run away from the Abbey. Then, when they meet again, she keeps doing things with him that would absolutely be unacceptable behavior for a nun. I get that her aunt was her Mother Superior, but I still find it difficult to believe she would have gotten away with that behavior. I'm not a Catholic, but I do know that nuns have to follow very strict rules -- and I believe the rules in medieval times were much stricter than they are now.
I also really wondered why Kirstin still loved Gregor after what he had done to her. Most women would not want to see a man like that ever again, and certainly wouldn't still be in love with them.
This is not the author's fault, and it didn't affect my review, but this makes several times recently when I've found a Medieval romance unsatisfying. They always contain so much violence, which bothers me. I also think maybe I'm a little too liberated to handle the way women were treated in those days. Even when a woman had a good husband, she was still his property, and had almost no independence. Maybe I should stick with romances from a more contemporary time period ...
My rating system is below.
1 star -- Hated it, or did not finish. I usually only give this rating if some of the content is truly objectionable to me, like if one of the main characters does something really awful, and gets away with it.
2 stars -- Didn't like it. This rating usually means that I thought the writing wasn't very good, the editing was terrible, I didn't like the characters, or it had other major flaws.
3 stars -- I liked it, but had some minor issues with it. This rating means that there were minor editing issues, the story needed more character development, it was just too unrealistic, or had some other fairly minor issue. The majority of books I read get this rating – I do not consider it a bad rating.
4 stars -- I liked it a lot. This is a high rating for me, and I rarely give a higher one.
5 stars -- I loved it, and will probably read it again. Very few books are good enough to get this rating from me. The ones that do are usually classics.
May 23, 2018
Lady Kirstin MacNeacail is determined to lead a life of piety in hopes of erasing a past filled with pain and transgressions. She takes vows at the abbey on the Isle of Skye that has sheltered her since she was a girl. Then Scotland erupts in turmoil, she is sent as an envoy to Melrose. Kirstin runs straight into her past transgressions. Forced to face her past. Kirstin is forced to chose between penance or allowing herself to fall passionately in love all over again. Laird Gregor Buchanan received devastating news for Scotland and must travel to Melrose, where Robert the Bruce is laying low. With is the country in turmoil and fighting for their independence. Laird Gregor must ferret out those who will threaten their very freedom. On his way to meet the future king, Gregor intercepts a small party, coming face to face with the woman he has always loved and never forgotten. For ten long years, he has searched for her, never coming close to finding her, now that he has found Kristin again, Gregor, will not let her go. He is hoping that Kirstin will give a second chance to prove that he has never stopped loving her.
May 22, 2019
Amaz-za-zing!!!
I loved it.
Kat or Sister Kristen was astounding, the strength behind the woman without claiming it. Her struggle more mental than anything and yet how can you not weep with her and feel for her.
Gregor a more gental but deadly soul. I can only imagine him as a giant Scot teddy bear with his character so perfect.
This book being about regret and forgiveness.
They only complaint I had was what about the Isle of Skye? It leaves it open for the next book and so on having you grasp for answers.
Though, all in all I found it a perfect love battle, a perfect struggle and the learning to forgive trust and trust your heart. I applaud the author for such a well written book. Look forward to reading more of Eliza Knight's stuff!
Lastly in my opinion for a rainy day or a beach read I give this a thumbs up. Also there is some steamy parts that you cannot pass up. Gotta love the passion between your soul crossed main charcters!
I loved it.
Kat or Sister Kristen was astounding, the strength behind the woman without claiming it. Her struggle more mental than anything and yet how can you not weep with her and feel for her.
Gregor a more gental but deadly soul. I can only imagine him as a giant Scot teddy bear with his character so perfect.
This book being about regret and forgiveness.
They only complaint I had was what about the Isle of Skye? It leaves it open for the next book and so on having you grasp for answers.
Though, all in all I found it a perfect love battle, a perfect struggle and the learning to forgive trust and trust your heart. I applaud the author for such a well written book. Look forward to reading more of Eliza Knight's stuff!
Lastly in my opinion for a rainy day or a beach read I give this a thumbs up. Also there is some steamy parts that you cannot pass up. Gotta love the passion between your soul crossed main charcters!
July 29, 2021
I love it when stories cross over!
We are around the Sutherland’s world. This time, we follow Kirstin, who has become a nun after the tragic attack on her family. I absolutely adore the fact that we learn that she is far from the demure, shy and reserved lady we have met in the previous book! In fact, she is downright adventurous! She has met Gregor before and their previous encounter is unexpected in every way! Gregor is a steadfast, strong man, who has evolved from a rogue and having an irresponsible way of life to become a very respected laird. He will have to go WAY out of his comfort zone before being able to win Kirstin! Magnus, Arbella, Aliah and Blane make a quick appearance: that was very sweet! Loved it! Make sure to read the stories in order: this way, you’ll be able to enjoy all the little innuendoes here and there!
We are around the Sutherland’s world. This time, we follow Kirstin, who has become a nun after the tragic attack on her family. I absolutely adore the fact that we learn that she is far from the demure, shy and reserved lady we have met in the previous book! In fact, she is downright adventurous! She has met Gregor before and their previous encounter is unexpected in every way! Gregor is a steadfast, strong man, who has evolved from a rogue and having an irresponsible way of life to become a very respected laird. He will have to go WAY out of his comfort zone before being able to win Kirstin! Magnus, Arbella, Aliah and Blane make a quick appearance: that was very sweet! Loved it! Make sure to read the stories in order: this way, you’ll be able to enjoy all the little innuendoes here and there!
February 11, 2018
Gregory and Kay a.k.a Kristrin
Book 2- This is the second time I've read this and as in most books I come away with a completely different view and pick up things I didn't get before. Of course life has marched on for me as well, so it makes it more interesting. Gregor and Kay is truly a book where the term " second time around" is a good example. The first time they met, they were younger, this time they both had lived a life but their love never getting lost. After finding Kay again, then having too rescue her from a man who has no morals...well read the book and find out what happens. Oh did I forget to tell you Kristin is a nun???
Book 2- This is the second time I've read this and as in most books I come away with a completely different view and pick up things I didn't get before. Of course life has marched on for me as well, so it makes it more interesting. Gregor and Kay is truly a book where the term " second time around" is a good example. The first time they met, they were younger, this time they both had lived a life but their love never getting lost. After finding Kay again, then having too rescue her from a man who has no morals...well read the book and find out what happens. Oh did I forget to tell you Kristin is a nun???
July 5, 2021
Great romantic adventure
I loved this story of a young nun qith a secret past, Kirsten, who is sent on a journey as the behest for the head of her abbey.
It's on this journey that she is forced to face her past in the form of Gregor. He's a handsome Laird whose path she crosses in her travels.
The two become involved in a tale of intrigue involving their loyalty to the King of Scotland and those out to destroy him. Their lives are in danger, and their relationship is in question, but their attraction to each other is hotter than ever.
I read it from start to finish and really enjoyed it. I highly recommend it.
I loved this story of a young nun qith a secret past, Kirsten, who is sent on a journey as the behest for the head of her abbey.
It's on this journey that she is forced to face her past in the form of Gregor. He's a handsome Laird whose path she crosses in her travels.
The two become involved in a tale of intrigue involving their loyalty to the King of Scotland and those out to destroy him. Their lives are in danger, and their relationship is in question, but their attraction to each other is hotter than ever.
I read it from start to finish and really enjoyed it. I highly recommend it.
September 17, 2017
Definitely a 5 star performance once again by Antony Ferguson as he pulls the characters from the book out into our imagination. Eliza Knight never fails to provide us with an awesome adventure filled with romance, suspense, action and unforgettable characters. I'd say this is a must read book as well as a must have audio book! While I love both regular books and audio books, I can get a lot more accomplished listening to an audio and imagining I'm watching the events.
November 23, 2017
I love Eliza Knight's books just because they're really low key and cheesy and even with the angst it feels lighthearted because the characters aren't very deep lol. This was really cute and good for a few hours of escape and happy ending without much problems novel. Her writing is also pretty concise. Usually highlander novels from the Scottish Independence War era are fun without much heartbreak. Even though this did have heartbreak, it was mended pretty fast lol
August 21, 2021
Seduced by the Laird
Wow, just when one sister's story captured my heart, this amazing story of love lost and the road back again was outstanding. Once you give your heart to someone can you be satisfied with giving your life to the church? Kristin tried but fate had a plan. This story of murder, kidnapping, treason and betrayal was so very captivating, I couldn't stop reading. Tears and smiles all through. Loved it.
Wow, just when one sister's story captured my heart, this amazing story of love lost and the road back again was outstanding. Once you give your heart to someone can you be satisfied with giving your life to the church? Kristin tried but fate had a plan. This story of murder, kidnapping, treason and betrayal was so very captivating, I couldn't stop reading. Tears and smiles all through. Loved it.
August 24, 2021
This one was decent but I’ve definitely read better Highlander books and books by this author. So it wasn’t really any issue with the author that I didn’t like, just the storyline. I didn’t like how the H pushed the h away and I sure didn’t like that it took almost the entire book for them to be back together. 9 years is a huge amount of time to be apart and while the h didn’t seem happy during their separation, it didn’t seem to me the H had suffered much being away from her.
June 14, 2018
Awesome
This was such a wonderful book I so much enjoyed it they had all the elements of it fantastic book Adventure excitement little sensual little heartbreaking I really enjoyed the characters will so real and the story was written so well I truly enjoy this story I think you will too by the book you will enjoy it
This was such a wonderful book I so much enjoyed it they had all the elements of it fantastic book Adventure excitement little sensual little heartbreaking I really enjoyed the characters will so real and the story was written so well I truly enjoy this story I think you will too by the book you will enjoy it
April 13, 2019
A wonderful read of love lost and found
I would highly recommend this story of love lost and found. Although years have passed since they were together, Kirstin and Gregor have never lost their love. Through the intrigue of the situation with William Wallace these two travel through danger to find each other again.
I would highly recommend this story of love lost and found. Although years have passed since they were together, Kirstin and Gregor have never lost their love. Through the intrigue of the situation with William Wallace these two travel through danger to find each other again.
July 6, 2021
Hero's and Herions
Do you love adventure?
Do you love Scotland?
Do you love fantasy?
Do you dream of travel?
Do you want to travel to the Celtic Isles?
These are the things I want and so many more because I have missed all of these things!
Missed out on more than I can tell you!
Love your stories Eliza Knight! 😚 👩💻 💻. I do hope you don't mind the emojis!
Do you love adventure?
Do you love Scotland?
Do you love fantasy?
Do you dream of travel?
Do you want to travel to the Celtic Isles?
These are the things I want and so many more because I have missed all of these things!
Missed out on more than I can tell you!
Love your stories Eliza Knight! 😚 👩💻 💻. I do hope you don't mind the emojis!
April 19, 2022
Saints
Hero had the patience of a saint. One flaw and wish that a better job was done in proofreading. The first chapter starts august 1305 in the chapter it has been a year that her sister has been married. If you are following the series it should be Aug 1306 and the epilogue should be Dec 1306. Just a little thing but frustrating. Love the series and I'm on to the next.
Hero had the patience of a saint. One flaw and wish that a better job was done in proofreading. The first chapter starts august 1305 in the chapter it has been a year that her sister has been married. If you are following the series it should be Aug 1306 and the epilogue should be Dec 1306. Just a little thing but frustrating. Love the series and I'm on to the next.
June 29, 2021
Wonderful
I truly enjoyed this book. Anything with The Bruce in it excites me. Gregor and Kay was a true love story with lots of love and forgiving. But in the end loves usually always wins and I love a happy ending.
I truly enjoyed this book. Anything with The Bruce in it excites me. Gregor and Kay was a true love story with lots of love and forgiving. But in the end loves usually always wins and I love a happy ending.
November 12, 2021
Enchanting
I realized I had already read this series once started, but I read it again. It’s that good! The conquered Bride Series is wonderful and I thoroughly recommend it to anyone who enjoys good Highland stories!
I realized I had already read this series once started, but I read it again. It’s that good! The conquered Bride Series is wonderful and I thoroughly recommend it to anyone who enjoys good Highland stories!
September 30, 2022
Kirstin and Gregor were so much fun to read and follow. or someone to go through what she did and be away from her family so long, she was amazing. She finally got what she deserved all those years ago. His persistence was admirable. He never gave up on her. Sir John was a really surprising addition.
February 16, 2023
I hated this. I listened to the audiobook on my commute and the narrator did a horrible job. The plot was boring and vapid and incredibly historically inaccurate. The writing is terrible. I don’t know what I was expecting given the amateur photoshop job that is the cover. Also, the title has nothing to do with the book. There’s no seduction happening. I was very tempted to not even finish this book. I physically cringed throughout the entire thing.
February 21, 2023
Not believable that a man would pine for a woman for ten years who he only knew for one. The audio narrator cannot do women's voices. He sounds like when the members of Monty Python dressed up like women and used those ridiculous voices
September 29, 2025
Audiobook Review:
Overall – 5
Performance – 5
Story – 5
I loved it!
This was even better than the first book. A bit of mystery, some angst and some smexy time. Once again Antony Ferguson did a great job performing this story.
Borrowed with Audible Plus.
Overall – 5
Performance – 5
Story – 5
I loved it!
This was even better than the first book. A bit of mystery, some angst and some smexy time. Once again Antony Ferguson did a great job performing this story.
Borrowed with Audible Plus.
April 19, 2018
A good read
December 16, 2018
Another piece of the puzzle comes together. The tension is mounting. What will Olivia do? How will this affect what is going on between Colt and Olivia?
June 2, 2019
Good
Kristin became a nun she hides from her pain and loss. While being sent to another abby she runs into no other then her last her hearts love that broke her.
Good book
Kristin became a nun she hides from her pain and loss. While being sent to another abby she runs into no other then her last her hearts love that broke her.
Good book
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