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  • Published: 1 October 2013
  • ISBN: 9780345543912
  • Imprint: Random House US Group
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 400
  • RRP: $15.99

The Hunter

A Highland Guard Novel




A new sizzling installment in New York Times bestselling author Monica McCarty's exhilarating Highland Guard Scottish historical romance series.

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY RT BOOK REVIEWS

The war for Scotland’s freedom continues as King Robert the Bruce battles on. At his command is an elite army of trained warriors, soldiers dedicated to their king, their country—and to the remarkable women they love.
 
Prized for his unbeatable tracking skills, Ewen “Hunter” Lamont accepts a dangerous assignment: locate a missing undercover courier. But this is no ordinary target. Ewen has met his prey before as “Sister Genna,” a fiery, forbidden woman forever etched in his memory after one stolen, sinful kiss. Now that he knows her real identity, he’s more determined than ever to keep her safe. But without the protection of the veil between them, fighting the allure of the beautiful lass may be the toughest battle this extraordinary warrior has ever faced.
 
After her ill-fated attempt three years ago to rescue her twin sister, Janet of Mar has found salvation acting as a royal messenger—until she surrenders to a darkly handsome warrior whose rough, sensual kisses stir feelings the woman in her can’t deny. But when betrayal leads to danger, and a crucial communiqué is put in jeopardy, Janet has no choice but to put her faith in the hunter who can find anything—perhaps even her heart.

Praise for The Hunter
 
“[Monica] McCarty breathes life into her memorable characters as they face dangerous adventures. The fresh plots, infused with romance and passion, are also brimming with history and drama. She’s outdone herself with this fiery story of a forbidden love. What a fantastic addition to the series!”—RT Book Reviews
 
“McCarty creates an enjoyable romance with torrid chemistry, appealing characters, and believable historical situations.”—Publishers Weekly
 
The Hunter is another strong addition to an excellent ongoing series about the lives and loves of the Highland Guards. . . . The research of the time period is very well done, and with an earnestly believable personal story woven in seamlessly. This is another highly enjoyable action-filled read for fans of the series, but can easily be read standalone.”Fresh Fiction
 
“McCarty is keeping her Highland Guard series fresh, with spectacularly riveting plots and fabulously romantic couples. . . . McCarty is a master at writing Highlander romance. . . . If you’ve not read this series yet, then I strongly suggest that you do. The Hunter is a must read for all historical romance readers.”—Night Owl Reviews
 
“The adventures of the Highland Guard never disappoint in providing excitement and political intrigue in this series. The historical aspects of the era are finely woven into the wonderful storytelling. . . . But, the romance is the real jewel this time and made The Hunter a truly exceptional story.”—The Book Nympho
 
Praise for Monica McCarty
 
“Monica McCarty is a master of blending fact and fiction.”—Romance Junkies

  • Published: 1 October 2013
  • ISBN: 9780345543912
  • Imprint: Random House US Group
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 400
  • RRP: $15.99

About the author

Monica McCarty

Monica McCarty’s interest in the Scottish clan system began in the most unlikely of places: a comparative legal history course at Stanford Law School. After a short but enjoyable stint practicing law, she realized that her legal vocation and her husband’s transitory career as a professional baseball player were not exactly a match made in heaven. So she traded in her legal briefs for Scottish historical romances with sexy alpha heroes. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and their two young children. Visit her website at www.MonicaMcCarty.com.

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Praise for The Hunter

  • "McCarty is a powerhouse storyteller, and this multilayered, intense novel proves it."--RT Book Reviews, on The Saint
  • The straightforward story allows the lush and steamy romance to shine in a solid stand-alone even new readers will enjoy." -Publisher's Weekly, on The Ranger
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