Laird Oliphant’s sons have no choice but to marry. Without an heir, he’s gathered his sons—his six illegitimate sons, all born in the same year—and declared whoever presents him with a grandson first will become the next Highland laird. Reactions are...mixed.But to Finn Oliphant, this is exactly the news he’s been waiting for. You see, he’s already chosen his wife: the vivacious and intelligent Fiona MacIan, whom he fell in love with last year. She’s in love with h...

Originally released in 2015!The stakes have never been higher for Maxzyne, who is determined to save her new friends from a tragic fate. Maxzyne always has her head in the clouds, but this time she might be in over her head! When a homeless woman gives ten-year-old Maxzyne a painting of a French poodle displayed in a store window, before she knows it, a wayward freight elevator, secret tunnels, and vintage mannequins in distress entice this impulsive heroine straig...

Duncan Oliphant’s father, the laird, has insisted he—and all of his brothers—marry and start producing grandsons…like, yesterday. And Dunc is having none of it. All he wants in life is a small cottage behind his forge, and enough gold and silver to craft delicate, valuable jewelry.But he is his father’s son, albeit illegitimate, and has a duty to do. One he’s happy to postpone as he takes one more commission which has him traveling across the Highlands, gold in han...

The collection features a range of stories that reflect the social norms and expectations of the mid-19th century, often focusing on the emotional and moral aspects of romantic relationships. Hentz’s storytelling is marked by its emphasis on the complexities of love and the dynamics of marriage, offering readers a glimpse into the values and sentiments of the time.Hentz's writing is known for its emotional depth and its portrayal of the inner lives of her characters, making this collection...

In "Ernest Linwood," Caroline Lee Hentz explores the life and inner struggles of the titular character, Ernest Linwood, who is believed to be a semi-autobiographical portrayal of the author herself. The novel likely delves into themes of love, morality, and personal growth, as Ernest navigates various challenges and moral dilemmas throughout the narrative.Caroline Lee Hentz's works were known for their exploration of domestic life, moral themes, and the role of women in society. "Ernest Li...

The plot of "Helen and Arthur" revolves around the titular characters, Helen and Arthur, and their romantic entanglements. The story likely unfolds in a rural setting and may involve themes of love, family dynamics, and societal expectations.Miss Thusa's spinning wheel could serve as a symbolic or literal device within the narrative, representing traditional values, domesticity, or industry. It might also play a role in the characters' lives, perhaps as a source of livelihood or a cherishe...

A stranger was ushered into the parlour, where two young ladies were seated, one bonneted and shawled, evidently a morning visiter, the other in a fashionable undress, as evidently a daughter or inmate of the mansion. The latter rose with a slight inclination of the head, and requested the gentleman to take a chair. "Was Mr. Temple at home?" "No! but he was expected in directly." The young ladies exchanged mirthful glances, as the stranger drew nearer, and certainly his extraordinary figur...

In 'Helen and Arthur; or, Miss Thusa's Spinning Wheel,' Caroline Lee Hentz weaves a rich tapestry of mid-19th century American societal norms through the lens of personal and familial relationships. The narrative interlaces themes of love, virtue, and moral responsibility, presented with a melodramatic style characteristic of the period. Hentz expertly crafts her characters, particularly Miss Thusa, who embodies the virtues of resilience and self-sacrifice, reflecting the author's deep eng...

Rocque Oliphant has simple wants: a fine sword at his hip, a good meal in his belly, and a lusty wench by his side. His position as the Oliphant Commander, leader of men, ensures the first, and his long-term affair with Merewyn, the clan healer, ensures the second and third. She brings him joy—and pleasure—in ways he once only dreamed of!Aye, things are going well in his life…at least they were, right up until his father—the laird—demanded he marry and start produc...

Malcolm Oliphant is, beyond a doubt, the brains of the family. Since his father, the laird, announced whichever brother could marry and produce a son first would become the heir, Malcolm's brothers have been running around, falling in love willy-nilly, without using their brains at all. But not Malcolm, oh no. He plans to do this intelligently.He'll find a widow with a son or two, thus proving her ability to bear male offspring, and explain to her they wil...

Alistair Oliphant has devoted his entire life to his clan’s well-being. As one of the laird’s bastard sons, he’s determined to prove his worth by managing the Oliphants’ correspondence, alliances, land stewardship, trading schedules, and about a million other—boring—aspects of keeping a busy Highland clan going.When his father declares whichever of his sons marries and produces a son first will become the next laird, Alistair figures his destiny has finall...

The battle to determine the next laird comes down to this fierce moment…the Oliphant brothers sitting around, drinking ale, while their wives go into labor.After finishing his studies to become a doctor, Graham followed the woman he loved to Oliphant Castle and discovered—among other things—that he was not the fatherless, family-less bastard he’d always assumed. Well, he was still a bastard, but now he was an Oliphant bastard; he had father who loved him, and six b...