The Brotherhood of the Scottish Templars Series by Gerri Russell, Mary Balogh, Trish Albright

Sir William Keith owed allegiance to no one save the mysterious brotherhood of the Scottish Templars. But his task to protect the legendary Templar treasure brought him straight into the path of a bold lass who demanded he help find her kidnapped father, the treasure’s previous guardian. William dared not abandon Lady Siobhan Fraser to her enemies. She was the best hope for finding the holy artifacts--and a dire temptation to his vow of chastity... moreSir William Keith owed allegiance to no one save the mysterious brotherhood of the Scottish Templars. But his task to protect the legendary Templar treasure brought him straight into the path of a bold lass who demanded he help find her kidnapped father, the treasure’s previous guardian. William dared not abandon Lady Siobhan Fraser to her enemies. She was the best hope for finding the holy artifacts--and a dire temptation to his vow of chastity. How long could he deny the ecstasy that awaited him in her arms? For he knew all too well it’s the forbidden fruit that tastes the sweetest . . . less

Templar knight Sir Alan Cathcart and the Moorish princess, Jessamine Burundi, whom he saves from an arranged marriage must search for the legendary Ark of the Covenant. It’s a journey that takes them from the deserts in the cradle of civilization to the misty heathered Highlands of Scotland. But for these two who thrive on adventure, the greatest risk of all is abandoning themselves to the pleasures they find in each other’s arms.

The artifacts were legendary—the sword of Charlemagne and the Holy Grail. And now they were gone, stolen by those who hoped to use their mystical powers to destroy Scotland. Sensuous as sin and wild as the Highlands, Sir Simon Lockhart must reclaim the treasure while protecting his fellow Templars against a madman who wants to wipe out the order and guarding his heart against a red-haired beauty whose greatest wish is to run headlong into danger. Brianna St... moreThe artifacts were legendary—the sword of Charlemagne and the Holy Grail. And now they were gone, stolen by those who hoped to use their mystical powers to destroy Scotland. Sensuous as sin and wild as the Highlands, Sir Simon Lockhart must reclaim the treasure while protecting his fellow Templars against a madman who wants to wipe out the order and guarding his heart against a red-haired beauty whose greatest wish is to run headlong into danger. Brianna St. Clair had trained nearly her whole life to be a knight and is haunted by premonitions of a terrible battle. It’s these very visions that Simon hopes will lead them to the treasure and the traitor. But while Brianna can wield a sword as well as any man, she has no defense against the seductive pull of… A Knight to Desire . less

Set around both a holiday and engagement theme, these three charming novellas are the perfect way to escape a hectic schedule. Even in a short format each author’s style shines through and charms readers. Trish Albright - True North Reunited childhood sweethearts get a second chance at love. When a beautiful sea watchmaker and her captain discover that passion has no clock and time can stand still while they hunt a thief... moreSet around both a holiday and engagement theme, these three charming novellas are the perfect way to escape a hectic schedule. Even in a short format each author’s style shines through and charms readers. Trish Albright - True North Reunited childhood sweethearts get a second chance at love. When a beautiful sea watchmaker and her captain discover that passion has no clock and time can stand still while they hunt a thief. Gerri Russell - Border Lord's Bride (The Brotherhood Of The Scottish Templars #4) Templar Lucius returns to the Borders as a laird and discovers part of his responsibilities include marrying Englishwoman Elizabeth. Lucius believes Elizabeth loved his deceased brother, but she desires him and must prove her love when a jealous cousin attempts to destroy him. Mary Balogh - The Betrothal Ball Heartwarming, tender and beautifully characterized as an outspoken governess wins the heart of the earl who values a woman’s mind as well as her body. less

A man on a mission... To protect his sisters from disaster, Lucius Carr leaves the Templar Knights and returns home to his Scottish estate to assume the family's earldom little expecting to inherit a bride in the bargain. A woman from his past... Elizabeth Huntingdon had spurned him once before in favor of his brother. Lucius bears the physical scars of battle as well as the emotional scars of betrayal. He vows to guard himself against the one woman who enchanted him heart and soul... moreA man on a mission... To protect his sisters from disaster, Lucius Carr leaves the Templar Knights and returns home to his Scottish estate to assume the family's earldom little expecting to inherit a bride in the bargain. A woman from his past... Elizabeth Huntingdon had spurned him once before in favor of his brother. Lucius bears the physical scars of battle as well as the emotional scars of betrayal. He vows to guard himself against the one woman who enchanted him heart and soul. A desire neither can resist... Neither Lucius nor Elizabeth expects to join forces for the sake of his sisters. Or have their loyalties tested as they struggle against the potent desire that threatens to consume them both. She is the last woman on earth he wants to marry, yet the only woman he could ever imagine as the...Border Lord's Bride. less