Three stories in one collection.The Beginning (Short Story)Tired of loving Gabriel Campbell from afar, shy lady's maid, Grace MacNab announces her interest by showing him what she has to offer—her heart.Taken unaware, Gabriel dismisses her feelings as a temporary infatuation.Can Grace make him see the woman she is—and win his love? Or will he hold on to past perceptions and deny the passion between them?The Courtship (Novella)When lady's maid Grace MacNab captures the eye of fierce warrior, Gabriel Campbell, the man she has loved for more than a year, she hopes to one day wed the man of her dreams. But Grace holds a secret about her past that may stand in the way of their happiness.Gabriel Campbell desires Grace with a passion just as fierce as his loyalty to the Campbell Clan, but she wants marriage and he's not ready to lay down his sword to raise babies. Gabriel can't reject Grace's love and hurt the woman who's penetrated his defenses, but neither can he dishonor her with less than a commitment.Can trust end their doubts and seal their love?The Wedding Night (Full-length Novel)Highland warlord Gabriel Campbell plans to wed Grace MacNab, but is stunned to learn the banns have been challenged on the grounds Grace is a lady by birth. They cannot marry under the king's law without permission.The man Grace fears most has come to Caisteal Sith to force her into marriage. And there are others eager to offer for her in exchange for access to the charter the king's regent has given her, but she's in love with Gabriel. Though she doubts the depth of Gabriel's feelings, she's convinced he's still the best man to lead her clan and fulfill her heart's desire.Can the two stand together to fight tradition and win? Or will their chance at happiness be forever out of reach?