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  • 5 Books
  • 2013 – 2015 Published

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How to Read the Scandalous Highlander Series

If you want to experience the full charm, clan clashes, and banter of the MacLawry family, the best way to read the series is in its publication order. While each book features a self-contained romance for a different character, the overarching growth of the family, recurring characters, and evolving clan tensions flow best when read chronologically.

Here is the recommended reading order for the Scandalous Highlander books:

  1. One Hot Scot (Novella #0.5) – Focuses on Duncan Lenox and Julia Prentiss.
  2. The Devil Wears Kilts (Book 1) – Focuses on Ranulf MacLawry and Lady Charlotte Hanover.
  3. Rogue with a Brogue (Book 2) – Focuses on Arran MacLawry and Mary Campbell.
  4. Mad, Bad, and Dangerous in Plaid (Book 3) – Focuses on Rowena MacLawry and Lachlan MacTier.
  5. Some Like It Scot (Book 4) – Focuses on Munro "Bear" MacLawry and Catriona MacColl.

The Scandalous Highlander Books in Detail

1. One Hot Scot (2013)

Though published as a prequel novella (often numbered as Book 0.5), One Hot Scot introduces readers to the wild Highland setting. The story follows Julia Prentiss, an Englishwoman fleeing a fortune-hunting kidnapper in the Highlands. When she runs into Duncan Lenox—a MacLawry clansman living precariously in Campbell territory—sparks fly as he reluctantly takes her under his wing. It is a quick, passionate introduction to Enoch's blend of English restraint and Scottish grit.

2. The Devil Wears Kilts (2013)

The first full-length novel shifts focus to the core MacLawry siblings, led by Ranulf MacLawry, the formidable Marquis of Glengask. When his headstrong sister Rowena runs away to London to experience a proper English debutante season, Ranulf storms the city to drag her back. Instead, he clashes with Lady Charlotte Hanover, a witty Englishwoman who detests hot-tempered men. Their cultural clashes and slow-burn chemistry drive this Regency romance set in 1819.

3. Rogue with a Brogue (2014)

Set in 1817, the second novel centers on Arran MacLawry, who is determined to avoid an arranged match. At a London masquerade, he shares a sizzling connection with a mysterious woman in a vixen mask, only to discover she is Mary Campbell—granddaughter of the chief of Clan Campbell, the MacLawrys' oldest and most bitter rivals. Their forbidden romance forces them to choose between clan loyalty and true love.

4. Mad, Bad, and Dangerous in Plaid (2015)

Winnie (Rowena) MacLawry finally gets her own spotlight. Having spent years harboring a childhood crush on her older brother's best friend, Lachlan MacTier, Winnie heads to London to move on and reinvent herself. When she returns to the Highlands as a sophisticated, sought-after woman, Lachlan suddenly realizes what he has missed, leading to a delightful, jealousy-fueled chase as Winnie makes him work to win her back.

5. Some Like It Scot (2015)

The final novel follows the youngest brother, Munro "Bear" MacLawry. As the last unmarried sibling, Munro is out hunting when he crosses paths with Catriona MacColl. Catriona, dressed in trousers and holding a rifle, is hiding in an abandoned abbey with her half-sister to escape an unwanted marriage. Despite clan politics involving Clan MacDonald, Munro becomes determined to protect Catriona, resulting in a fiery, action-packed conclusion to the family saga.

Chronology and Reading Caveats

While the books follow a clear path, there is a minor chronological quirk regarding the settings: Rogue with a Brogue is set in 1817, whereas The Devil Wears Kilts is set in 1819. Despite this slight historical overlap, we strongly recommend reading them in publication order. The introduction of the family dynamics in London during The Devil Wears Kilts sets up the siblings' motivations and the overall tone of the series, making it the most natural starting point for new readers.

What to Know Before You Start

Suzanne Enoch designed the Scandalous Highlander series to read like a 1930s screwball comedy wrapped in a Regency kilt. The dialogue is snappy, the heroines are fiercely independent, and the heroes are rugged yet capable of being thoroughly charmed by clever women. The series transitions back and forth between the high-society ballrooms of London and the dramatic, storm-swept strongholds of the Scottish Highlands.

Connecting to the Broader Suzanne Enoch Universe

If you finish the MacLawry family saga and want more Scottish romance, you are in luck. Suzanne Enoch has built an interconnected universe across several of her series. Characters from the Scandalous Highlander books make cameos elsewhere:

  • No Ordinary Hero Series: This trilogy (beginning with Hero in the Highlands) features the MacLawrys in supporting roles, with Arran MacLawry making a notable appearance.
  • Wild Wicked Highlanders Series: Focusing on the MacTaggert brothers (starting with It’s Getting Scot in Here), this series shares the same lighthearted, high-energy tone and features thematic crossovers that fans of the MacLawrys will easily recognize.

Frequently Asked

Can the Scandalous Highlander books be read as standalones?

Yes, each book features a self-contained romance with a satisfying conclusion. However, because of the recurring family dynamics and the progression of clan rivalries, it is highly recommended to read them in order starting with The Devil Wears Kilts.

Where should I start reading the series?

You should start with The Devil Wears Kilts (Book 1) to get the best introduction to the MacLawry family, or read the prequel novella One Hot Scot if you want a quick taste of the Highland setting before diving into the main novels.

How is Duncan Lenox related to the MacLawry siblings?

Duncan Lenox, the hero of the prequel novella One Hot Scot, is a MacLawry clansman living in Campbell territory rather than a direct sibling to Ranulf, Arran, Winnie, and Munro.

Are there any crossover characters in other Suzanne Enoch books?

Yes, members of the MacLawry family, including Arran MacLawry, make cameo appearances in Suzanne Enoch's companion series, most notably in Hero in the Highlands (the first book of the No Ordinary Hero trilogy).

What is the historical setting of the Scandalous Highlander series?

The series is set during the late Regency era (specifically between 1817 and 1819), splitting its time between the rugged Scottish Highlands and the fashionable ballrooms of London.