A Hellion at the Highland Court

Always a bridesmaid never a bride...For more than a decade Laurel Ross has been a lady-in-waiting at Robert the Bruces royal court a place where money is power. Laurel is the fourth out of five daughters and the only one unwed. While Laurel isnt exactly a pauper her father the Earl of Ross has already paid four large dowries. Sent to court to find a husband Laurels once youthful hope has turned to bitterness as one friend after another marriest. Her viperous tongue has earned her the title of hellion. Will any man accept a bride who comes with such a small dowry?Every man is guilty of all the good he didnt do...Guilt is slowly eating away at Brodie Campbell. When Brodies betrothed unexpectedly Brodies guilt doesnt come from the womans untimely death. It comes from the relief he feels that hes no longer bound to her. Brodie isnt interested in a biddable and mild bride. Intrigued by the fiery Laurel Ross Brodie wonders if this shrew can ever be tamed. Armed with wealth and charm Brodie welcomes the challenge. Will this spitfire relent long enough to find love with a man who tests her patience?When a wager puts their lives in peril Brodie and Laurel discover trust is earned not given.