The Chieftain: Number 4 in series (Return of the Highlanders)

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Mass Market Paperback
2013
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Four young Highlanders-Connor, Ian, Alex and Duncan-hurry home from France after hearing news of the disastrous Battle of Flodden against Henry VIII's forces. With his father among the dead, Connor must take his place as chieftain. Before he can lead his clan through the perilous times ahead, however, he must first dislodge the usurper who has taken his family's castle and claimed leadership of the clan.
Connor's cousins and best friend will stand shoulder to shoulder with him in every fight. They are willing to give their lives for their clan and their new chieftain. But taking wives to serve the clan's interests is a different matter altogether...

Synopsis

Four young Highlanders-Connor, Ian, Alex and Duncan-hurry home from France after hearing news of the disastrous Battle of Flodden against Henry VIII's forces. With his father among the dead, Connor must take his place as chieftain. Before he can lead his clan through the perilous times ahead, however, he must first dislodge the usurper who has taken his family's castle and claimed leadership of the clan.

Connor's cousins and best friend will stand shoulder to shoulder with him in every fight. They are willing to give their lives for their clan and their new chieftain. But taking wives to serve the clan's interests is a different matter altogether...

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Format: Mass Market Paperback
Pages: 432
Publisher: Forever
Published: 28 Mar 2013
ISBN 10: 0446583111
ISBN 13: 9780446583114
Book Overview: Margaret Mallory returns with the final book in her Scottish historical series that will appeal to fans of New York Times bestselling authors Karen Hawkins, Cathy Maxwell, and Lynsay Sands.

Media Reviews

[S]izzling and captivating...Mallory weaves a fine yarn with plenty of spice and thrills.
--- Publishers Weekly on The Sinner
4 1/2 Stars! The sizzling sexual tension between the hero and heroine will leave readers breathless.
--- RT Book Reviews on The Sinner
The story sizzles with romance and adventure.
RomRevToday.com on Knight of Desire
Readers will appreciate the well-developed romance, historic detail, and red-hot passion as they root for two strong protagonists who bravely face danger at every turn. --Publishers Weekly
THE CHIEFTAIN, the bittersweet, but gloriously triumphant final installment to Margaret Mallory's Return of the Highlander series, has achieved what few series are capable-a conclusion that's every bit as addictive, tantalizing, entertaining and satisfying as its predecessors, if not more. --RomanceJunkies.com
TOP PICK! 4 1/2 stars! Mallory imbues history with a life of its own, creating a deeply moving story. Her characters are vibrantly alive and full of emotional depth, each with their own realistic flaws. Her sensuous and highly passionate tale grabs the reader and doesn't let go. --RT Book Reviews on The Guardian
Spellbinding! Few writers share Margaret Mallory's talent for bringing history to vivid, pulsing life. --New York Times bestselling author Virginia Henley on Knight of Desire
The story sizzles with romance and adventure.
--RomRevToday.com on Knight of Desire
4 1/2 Stars! A must-read for Scottish medieval fans. --RT Book Reviews

Author Bio

MARGARET MALLORY abandoned a career as a lawyer to become a romance novelist. Why this surprised everyone, she doesn't know. Who wouldn't rather have thrilling adventures with handsome Highlanders than write briefs and memos? Margaret lives in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with her husband, a goofy dog, and a crabby cat. With her children off to college, she spends most of her time working on her next book in the RETURN OF THE HIGHLANDERS series. Margaret loves to hear from readers.