A Dangerous Highland Affair by Shona Thompson

Lying to protect someone you love is a lousy decision. It can only end in destruction and pain…
Teasag, a young maid, decides to leave her old life behind and start anew as an artist in Blackness.
But the road to the village is more perilous than she imagined. And many will try to take advantage of her innocence…

Neacal is on the run, always looking behind his back, never sleeping in the same place twice. His only goal is to clear his name and get his life back.
But when he sees a beautiful maiden harassed, he has to step in.
Neacal never expected to become infatuated with Teasag. His need to protect and claim her rises inside him, but he cannot drag her into his dark world. Not when he is wanted for murder.
With the Commander on his tracks, Neacal must find evidence of his innocence quickly. If he fails, not only will Teasag learn the truth, but he will lose her forever.
With a prize upon his head and enemies hunting them, how can he keep her safe?

His lies saved her life, his truth broke her heart…