Welcome to McCollum Castle!
I am Heather McCollum, USA Today Bestselling author of 16th and 17th century Scottish romances full of adventure and intrigue, sprinkled with humor, history, and spice. Brawny Highlanders and feisty heroines are my favorite characters!
My newest book, THE HIGHLANDER & THE COUNTERFIET QUEEN, has just released!
Enemies to Lovers * Mistaken Identities * Forbidden Love
Daughter of a traitor, Cordelia Cranfield seeks her freedom by proving her loyalty to the English crown. Since she looks like a young version of the great Tudor queen, she agrees to stand in for her on a delicate mission. But the simple masquerade turns treacherous when a Highlander, working for the French, abducts her, thinking her the great Queen Elizabeth I.
Spy for Scotland, Marcus Ruthven has been tasked with infiltrating the French to rescue the English queen, whisking her away to Scotland so she can be thankful and name King James her heir. Marcus ignores the warning signs that this woman is too young and lovely to be Elizabeth Tudor because she’s also clever and courageous, and Marcus is desperate to succeed. They work together to evade the French as well as their growing attraction. One can’t just tup a queen no matter how good she feels in his arms.
When Cordelia is revealed, the dam she and Marcus held against their passion for one another, shatters. Missions ruined, emotions raw, they must work together now to save the real queen. But remaining secrets surface, all masks come off, and Cordelia doesn’t know if she can trust the spy who has stolen her heart.
While you’re here, feel free to roam around in the “rooms”. Books are in the library, recipes are in the kitchen, ovarian cancer information in the apothecary. There is a secret stairway in the bedroom, although it is password protected and available only to my monthly newsletter subscribers. And now I have a Fun for Readers page! Try out some games and see the adventures with my Highland coo, Flora.
And you might be wondering about Eleri Drake. Who exactly is this author with the lovely name and magic room in my castle? Check her out!
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I’m so excited to win the National Excellence for Romance Fiction Award for HIGHLAND WARRIOR! |
Reviews
This book is definitely one to put on the shelf keeper and to read again. It’s has all the elements that historical readers love from weaving true historical facts with an extraordinary fictional romance.
— Barbee, Goodreads, about Highland Warrior
I can’t get enough of Heather McCollum. I have read most of her novels and fall in love every time. Highland Conquest was no exception!
— Julie D., NetGalley
Smexxy highlanders, a feisty heroine, a cursed isle, an alleged witch and pirates! From start to finish The Highlander’s Unexpected Proposal is a book impossible to put down! Highly recommend!
— Veronica W., Goodreads
Heather McCollum expertly combines her historical knowledge with romance and many surprises in this wonderful tale of two people who come together in an unexpected way. Adventure, action and hidden secrets all make this story a page turning romance you will not want to miss. Who can resist a Scottish Highlander? A wonderful start to a new series!
— Romance Book Blog
I was hooked from the start of this fabulous story and I could not stop turning the pages. Unputdownable!
— Ann L., Goodreads, about The Scottish Rogue
This story was action packed with daggers and swords, secrets and lies and some twist and turns thrown in.
— Michelle V., Goodreads, about The Highland Outlaw
Highland Conquest by author Heather McCollum is a read that grabs your attention with the many marvelous characters therein. A fabulous beginning in the Son’s of Sinclair series by Ms. McCollum!
— Talking Books Blog
Two strong, clever heads of opposing clans are the perfect match on and off the battlefield in Highland Conquest . Heather McCollum has kicked off her Sons of Sinclair with an engaging enemies-to-lovers tale.
— Wit and Sin Blog
Gosh, how I loved this book. It had everything that makes a fantastic historical romance.
— Swept Away by Romance blog, about Tangled Hearts
Crimson Heart marks the first time I’ve read a book in a series without having read the ones that came before – but kilts and magic? Then adding in the bonus of a historical bent? Come on. It’s a complete home-run, book wise. For me, anyway.
— All Things Urban Fantasy
5 Stars: There is SO much to love about this book!… It’s passionate and steamy and I loved every passage and word. Tor is a magnificent lover and with Ava, they literally set the pages on fire.
— Kilts and Swords, about The Beast of Aros Castle
5 Stars: The Rogue Of Islay is one of those books where you want to shut out the world, curl up under a blanket and just read! Heather McCollum transported me back to 16th Century Scotland, and for a while, I was more than happy to stay there!
— Mary's Bookcase
5+ Stars!! What a great book!! I enjoyed this story!! If I could, I’d give it MORE stars! (Iloved it that much!) I was very entertained by this story- I couldn’t put it down!! Now I want a Cullen Duffie of my very own!
— Carey,Goodreads.com, about The Rogue of Islay Isle
The Wolf of Kisimul Castle was a delight to read. It was heartwarming, had me laughing and crying. This book is a must read!
— USA Today bestselling author, Madeline Marin
This was a very romantic story that had everything it needed to keep me captivated. The characters were amazing and the plot was emotional. It even had a couple of twists and some suspense. The author delivered a wonderfully written romance that has me looking forward to more of her books.”
— Debra, Night Owl Reviews, about The Wolf of Kisimul Castle
Heather McCollum has become my one click must read for highland romance and adventure! Cain Sinclair is a fierce warrior and compassionate lover, and I’ve totally added him to my book boyfriend list! Loved and highly recommend!
— Veronica W., Goodreads
Two strong, clever heads of opposing clans are the perfect match on and off the battlefield in Highland Conquest. Heather McCollum has kicked off her Sons of Sinclair with an engaging enemies-to-lovers tale.
— Wit and Sin Blog