
"Highland Bride" by Hannah Howell is a historical romance novel set in the Scottish Highlands. The story follows the protagonist, Gillyanne Murray, a strong-willed and independent young woman who faces challenges from three neighboring lairds vying for her hand and lands. Despite the pressure, Gillyanne cleverly navigates the situation, outsmarting her suitors and ultimately choosing Connor MacEnroy as her husband. The novel explores themes of love, humor, and suspense as Gillyanne and Connor navigate their unconventional courtship and marriage, showcasing Howell's signature storytelling style filled with twists and turns.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings may include themes of forced marriage and elements that could be perceived as assault.
Has Romance?
The book contains a moderate amount of romantic elements, characterized by the couple's evolving relationship.
From The Publisher:
Though she has yet to be courted by any man, spirited Gillyanne Murray decides the time has come to visit the dower lands gifted to her by her father's kinsmen. She arrives to find the small keep surrounded by three lairds, each one vying for her hand. . .and property. Though resolved to refuse them all, the threat of battle on her threshold forces her to boldly choose a suitor: Sir Connor MacEnroy, a handsome, daring knight of few words. As his wife, Gillyanne is stunned by his terse, cold distance-and her own yearning to feel passion in his arms. Now, bringing her healing touch to a land and a keep ravaged by treachery and secret enemies, she dares to reach out for the one thing she fears she may forever be denied. . .her husband's closely guarded heart.
Praise for Hannah Howell and her Highland novels. . .
"Few authors portray the Scottish highlands as lovingly or colorfully as Hannah Howell." - Publishers Weekly
"Expert storyteller Howell pens another Highland winner." - Romantic Times
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