Wild Wicked Scot

Wild Wicked Scot
Julia London

Wicked intrigue unfolds as an unlikely marriage leads to a path of risky desire in the lush, green Scottish Highlands.Born into riches and groomed in English luxury, Margot Armstrong didn't belong in a Scottish chieftain's devil-may-care world. Three years ago she fled their marriage of convenience and hasn't looked back—except to relive the moments spent in wild, rugged Arran McKenzie's passionate embrace. But as their respective countries' fragile unity threatens to unravel, Margot must return to her husband to uncover his role in the treachery before her family can be accused of it.Red-haired, green-eyed Margot was Arran's beautiful bride. Her loss has haunted him, but her return threatens everything he has gained. As the Highland mists carry whispers of an English plot to seize McKenzie territory, he must outmaneuver her in games of espionage…and seduction. But even as their secrets tangle together, there's nothing to prevent love from capturing them both and leading them straight into danger.

Wicked intrigue unfolds as an unlikely marriage leads to a path of risky desire in the lush, green Scottish Highlands

Born into riches and groomed in English luxury, Margot Armstrong didn’t belong in a Scottish chieftain’s devil-may-care world. Three years ago she fled their marriage of convenience and hasn’t looked back—except to relive the moments spent in wild, rugged Arran McKenzie’s passionate embrace. But as their respective countries’ fragile unity threatens to unravel, Margot must return to her husband to uncover his role in the treachery before her family can be accused of it.

Red-haired, green-eyed Margot was Arran’s beautiful bride. Her loss has haunted him, but her return threatens everything he has gained. As the Highland mists carry whispers of an English plot to seize McKenzie territory, he must outmaneuver her in games of espionage...and seduction. But even as their secrets tangle together, there’s nothing to prevent love from capturing them both and leading them straight into danger.

Praise for New York Times bestselling author Julia London (#u02d575e6-7985-5db7-b9ff-abefb8a3b383)

“London’s new Highland Grooms series will be well worth following if this first novel is any indication.... An absorbing read from a novelist at the top of her game.”

—Kirkus Reviews on Wild Wicked Scot (starred review)

“Expert storytelling and believable characters make the romance between Arran and Margot come alive in this compelling novel packed with characters whom readers will be sad to leave behind.”

—Publishers Weekly on Wild Wicked Scot (starred review)

“London’s well-honed storytelling skills carry the day.”

—Publishers Weekly on The Scoundrel and the Debutante

“London’s engaging series is recommended for all romance collections.”

—Library Journal on The Scoundrel and the Debutante

“London’s writing bubbles with high emotion as she describes sexual enthusiasm, personal grief and familial warmth. Her blend of playful humor and sincerity imbues her heroines with incredible appeal, and readers will delight as their unconventional tactics create rambling paths to happiness.”

—Publishers Weekly on The Devil Takes a Bride

“This tale of scandal and passion is perfect for readers who like to see bad girls win.”

—Publishers Weekly on The Trouble with Honor

Wild Wicked Scot

Julia London

www.millsandboon.co.uk (http://www.millsandboon.co.uk)

For Karen, Rachelle and Teri, who accompanied meon that amazing writing retreat in Scotland.

See? I told you I was working.

Contents

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Back Cover Text (#ufa0584fb-9757-5783-a7d1-483ee966e76f)

Praise (#u987eb2e9-31a6-5bee-8a7c-f60418a025a7)

Title Page (#u80227886-9050-5966-ad42-a58440f4ef97)

Dedication (#u03ddd666-cdf6-55e1-b9c2-796b6a2a5be6)

PROLOGUE (#u6070c037-b933-5695-bec1-ff824bee3e67)

CHAPTER ONE (#u3aa0c606-fb0b-5236-a3e0-4432a8b92db0)

CHAPTER TWO (#u0c843c34-a65d-5ce8-a642-8012936daf60)

CHAPTER THREE (#ub34a1507-7360-5e8f-946c-c08c665a5055)

CHAPTER FOUR (#ube780d08-df61-5268-9127-77e77e26f280)

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