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The Miller's Bride
House of McLeod (Related to this series)
- Author
- Liz Harris
- Narrator
- Helen McAlpine
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 27 May 2026
- Run Time
- 9 hours 34 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Generational sagas, Historical fiction, Historical romance, Fiction: general and literary, Romance, Family life fiction, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Social issues
- Rating
- 3.0 (1 review)
What to expect
When independence comes at a price...
Scotland, 1885
Grace McLeod’s life changes overnight when her father sells the family grocer’s shop and moves the family from their Highland village to a distant fishing town. But Grace refuses to follow.
Desperate to maintain her independence, she reluctantly agrees to an arranged marriage to Angus MacKenzie – a stranger who makes it clear he doesn’t want her, and who is in love with another woman. When Grace arrives at the mill she now must call home, she finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and ambition. Unknown to her, Angus’s cousin is plotting to take over the mill and destroy her marriage from within, and he’s enlisted Angus’s former lover to help him.
As secrets and sabotage threaten to ruin everything Grace has tried to build, she must decide whether to fight for a life she never wanted – or walk away with nothing.
A sweeping, emotionally rich saga about betrayal, resilience, and a woman brave enough to demand more.
‘Romantic and atmospheric; a story rich in historical detail and plot twists’ Bestselling author Elaine JohnsPraise for Liz Harris:
'An absorbing and emotional tale of hard choices and a courageous young woman battling for her dues in an arranged marriage. Intrigue, jealousy and ambition collide, creating a compelling 5-star page turner. I loved it.' **Bestselling author Kay Brellend
'The Miller’s Bride is an enjoyable, well-plotted read.' The Historical Novel Society
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A five-star read that lovers of Rosie Clarke and Rachel Brimble books will adore.' Reader Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An excellent story perfectly plotted and peopled with characters to love’ Reader Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was engrossed with this deeply insightful story' Reader Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This was a beautifully written book...the ending had me with a lump in my throat and tears threatening.' Reader Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The blurb intrigued me, but the story itself bewitched me.' Reader Review
User Reviews
Book 3.0
Narration 2.0
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3.0 2.0
It was OK. Some parts were good but I felt the author at times were using the story as an education and it could have been written so much better.
The narration was not great and I really wish the book could have been read as it is without taking on different voices for the male characters.Jane B 2026-06-05
Details
- Author
- Liz Harris
- Narrator
- Helen McAlpine
- Duration
- 9 hours 34 minutes
- Release Date
- 27 May 2026
- ISBN
- 9781807031138
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Generational sagas, Historical fiction, Historical romance, Fiction: general and literary, Romance, Family life fiction, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Social issues
- Rating
- 3.0(1 review)
- Narration
- 2.0(1 review)
Synopsis
A BRAND-NEW gripping Victorian Scottish historical saga from AWARD-WINNING author Liz Harris. 📖 Perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Anna Jacobs!'A well written, authentic Victorian story set in Scotland. It is rich in detail and emotion.' Bestselling author Fenella J Miller When independence comes at a price...Scotland, 1885Grace McLeod’s life changes overnight when her father sells the family grocer’s shop and moves the family from their Highland village to a distant fishing town. But Grace refuses to follow.Desperate to maintain her independence, she reluctantly agrees to an arranged marriage to Angus MacKenzie – a stranger who makes it clear he doesn’t want her, and who is in love with another woman. When Grace arrives at the mill she now must call home, she finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and ambition. Unknown to her, Angus’s cousin is plotting to take over the mill and destroy her marriage from within, and he’s enlisted Angus’s former lover to help him.As secrets and sabotage threaten to ruin everything Grace has tried to build, she must decide whether to fight for a life she never wanted – or walk away with nothing.A sweeping, emotionally rich saga about betrayal, resilience, and a woman brave enough to demand more.‘Romantic and atmospheric; a story rich in historical detail and plot twists’ Bestselling author Elaine Johns Praise for Liz Harris:'An absorbing and emotional tale of hard choices and a courageous young woman battling for her dues in an arranged marriage. Intrigue, jealousy and ambition collide, creating a compelling 5-star page turner. I loved it.' **Bestselling author Kay Brellend'The Miller’s Bride is an enjoyable, well-plotted read.' The Historical Novel Society⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A five-star read that lovers of Rosie Clarke and Rachel Brimble books will adore.' Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An excellent story perfectly plotted and peopled with characters to love’ Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was engrossed with this deeply insightful story' Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This was a beautifully written book...the ending had me with a lump in my throat and tears threatening.' Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The blurb intrigued me, but the story itself bewitched me.' Reader Review
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