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Ransom by Julie Garwood

by Julie Garwood · Highlands' Lairds #2

1999 · 638 pages · Wheeler Publishing, Incorporated

Slow BurnForbidden RomanceWhy Choose
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💬 Mentioned in 10+ Reddit threads

📖 39k+ readers on Goodreads

⭐ Highly rated across the board

📚 Book 2 of a completed 2-book series

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Ransom A spirited young woman finds herself caught in a dangerous game of vengeance when she teams up with two formidable Scottish warriors to take down the ruthless baron who destroyed her family. With Ramsey and Brodick at her side, Gillian discovers that justice requires more than just courage—it demands cunning, loyalty, and the kind of strength that comes from unexpected alliances. This is a thrilling tale of how wounded hearts can find purpose together, blending medieval intrigue with the fierce bonds of friendship and honor. Perfect for readers who love their heroines resourceful and their heroes absolutely devoted.

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Medieval Scottish landscapes meet slow-burn tension—think folk-driven indie, haunting strings, and smoldering vocal harmonies. Include artists like Hozier, The Lumineers, and Bon Iver. Dark, brooding, yet tinged with hope and fierce determination.

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