Scotland, 1125, the Legend Begins ...For two centuries, Aidan dun Scoti's kinsmen have guarded Scotland's greatest secret, awaiting a worthy successor to arise and unite the Highland clans. His people are the last of the "Painted Ones," the guardians of the true Stone of Destiny.A Struggle for PowerThe Highland tribes are fractured. Scotland's King David seeks an alliance with the fierce mountain Scot. But only one woman will tempt Aidan dun Scotiþʻ4the accursed beauty whose father once betrayed his clan ...Tempted by revengeCursed by Aidan's people for the sins of her father, L♭Oleas MacLaren is the one woman he believes he is immune to. Offered in marriage by David of Scotland as a guise for peace, she is also the one woman who may bring the fierce chieftain to his knees.Rich with history and lore, HIGHLAND FIRE brings back favorite characters from The Highland Brides and introduces you to new ones..