A forced marriage. A sworn enemy. A passion that could end a clan war—or spark one.In the unforgiving Highlands of 16th-century Scotland, peace comes at a steep price. When two rival clans threaten to plunge the region into renewed bloodshed, the King's Regent delivers an ultimatum: their heirs must wed, or war will decide their fate.Ailis Robertson never dreamed her future would be tied to a MacPherson—especially not Bhaic, a brooding warrior with ice in his stare and battle in his blood. She's proud, clever, and loyal to a fault, but now she must marry into the clan she's been raised to despise.Bhaic MacPherson didn't want a bride, let alone the daughter of his father's enemy. Yet from the moment he meets Ailis, her fire unsettles him. This is no meek lass—she challenges him, stirs him, and may be the only woman who can match his strength.Their union is meant to be political. But as clan tensions simmer and trust builds slowly, duty turns to desire. And desire becomes a dangerous gam