Haunted & Revered - The Scotsman's Destined Love

by Bree Wolf

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They loved once without doubt. Now they grieve with distance. And still—they hold on. Alastair Brunwood, Highlander and husband, has always seen Deidre as his heart’s home. But after loss upon loss—and the death of their infant daughter—he becomes convinced that his pain is punishment, and his presence a burden. When a prophecy suggests Deidre will find new love by Christmas, he dares to believe that letting her go might bring her peace… even if it breaks him.

She lost everything. Except her belief in them. Deidre has suffered, yes. But her grief doesn’t make her love Alastair less—it makes her need him more. Yet the man beside her retreats deeper each day, pushing away the comfort she aches to give. When whispers of fate and flowers reach her ears, she refuses to let prophecy decide. Her love was chosen long ago—and she isn’t done fighting for it.

Grief divides. Love bridges. And tomorrow is always unwritten. In the hush of winter and the shadow of loss, Alastair and Deidre must face the painful truth: healing doesn’t arrive all at once, and comfort isn’t weakness. Their bond was forged in fire and tenderness—it can survive even this, if they let it. Because no prophecy, no pain, no silence can erase what was real… and what still is.

They’ve lost more than most. But love lives. And maybe this Christmas, it blooms again.

🌿 If you’ve ever been afraid that grief made you unlovable—and longed for someone who still chooses you, even when choosing is hard… this story is yours.

NOTE: Each love story in this series can be read as a stand-alone. However, most readers prefer to read them in order.

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Book Details

Genre

Historical Romance

Subgenre

Regency (1811–1820)

Series

Love's Second Chance Series • Book 15

Audience

Adult

Bell Peppers

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Profanity

2 Mild

Violence

2 Mild

Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco

2 Mild

Publication Date

January 2, 2020

Language Versions

English

Fiction Form

Novella

Sensitive Themes

Death of a child, Grief or loss of a loved one, Miscarriage or infertility, Pregnancy/childbirth on-page, Sexual assault or rape (off-page), Unwed pregnancy

Representation

Adoption or foster-care representation

About the Author

Hi, I’m Bree Wolf—a USA Today bestselling author, former academic, and life-long lover of stories. I studied English and Specialized Translation, wandered the halls of universities, spending more years than I should have trying to be reasonable.Eventually, that quiet, persistent voice in my head said: It’s time to write.I’ve since published over fifty historical romances, each one stitched together from pieces of my own heart: doubts, regrets, fears, and messy, hopeful dreams. I love chocolate (especially when chapters get emotional), cry far too easily at my keyboard, and have a deep spiritual bond with cats… which is tragically one-sided, as I’m terribly allergic. A lifelong heartbreak, truly.

Wonderful writing as always

I love anything by Bree Wolf.. This story had me crying from start to finish. Love for another person is a thing to be cherished and sometimes fought for and that is true within this story..

Emotionally charged

I had an inkling as to what may happen in this book. After reading the ending of the last one. If you haven’t that’s ok, it’s gets mentioned here too. But it turned out better than I had hoped, no surprises there with this amazing author. But be prepared to uses the tissues as it will leave gasping.A love that knew no bounds, a love that endured many heartbreaks. The death of their child tore them apart. Deidre doesn’t know how to get her husband back as he slowly slips through her fingers.She had kept a letter secret from her husband but now she is going to use it in a hope of bringing him back to her. It leads to more than either could have hoped for.You must read thisI received this as a complimentary copy and I am giving my honest review voluntarily

Haunted & Revered: The Scotsman’s Destined Love

I do recommend this book. I enjoyed reading it.It is a romantic story. It took a while before I got interested.

Love truly is a miracle!

Wow! What a poignant story this was. The emotions flowing through this book are strong and varied. The reader is taken on a roller coaster ride as we follow the ups and downs of the main characters, Deidre and Alastair. The pain they share, is faced better together than apart, but circumstances do not allow this to occur. You will probably need your tissues handy when reading this one. This is such a beautiful story, and shows the characters a true miracle at Christmas. You don’t want to miss this one in such a great series. I highly recommend it.

Lovely and heartwarming in it's bittersweet portrayal!!

Short yet beautifully formed romance that tangled me up so fully I couldn't help but shed tears throughout; as I shared in Deidre and Alastairs joy, heartache and warring turbulence of emotions.To experience two people so much in love yet desperately grasping to hold onto each other as they struggle with the debilitating grief and traumatic loss of a child/ren is heart wrenching to the extreme.A well written tale that interweaves the fear of loss and heartache with intense love and bittersweet yearning. Highlighting the healing power of leaning on another, sharing burdens and keeping an open heart.Endearingly heartfelt addition to the series!