The Secret of Clan Duncraig by Cecelia Mecca
Passion ignites in the shadow of a family secret. . .
Resilient young widow Maisie has sworn off love after enduring a forced marriage. But her life takes an unexpected turn when Kieran, a fierce and enigmatic Scottish warrior, arrives at the Red Stag Inn. On a quest to find the truth about his past after a recent shocking discovery, Kieran finds himself drawn to the beautiful and capable innkeeper and decides to make the Red Stag Inn his new temporary home.
Drawn together by a twist of fate, Maisie and Kieran find themselves entangled in a love that defies their intentions—Maisie to remain independent and Kieran to focus on uncovering his past. As their connection deepens, the pair are forced to spend the night together posing as man and wife, unable to deny their growing desire for one another.
When tragedy strikes at the inn, Kieran’s heart is laid bare, revealing the true depths of his love for Maisie.
But will it be too late?
The Secret of Clan Duncraig is a standalone HEA but best read as book two in the Highland Lovers duet beginning with The Lady of Clan MacKinlay.