Laird of Lochbuie

A survivor of the Hundred Years’ War, Hector is a dark mercenary with an even darker past. Hector has found himself the unlikely chieftain of Lochbuie, and is eager to stay ahead of his reputation since changing his life. That will prove difficult when he’s forced to form a marriage alliance with the family of the friend he’s hurt most.

Hidden Talents: Battle Axe Fighting, Close Combat

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Weaver

After enduring a brutal first marriage, Cara follows her mother-in-law Margaret to Lochbuie hoping for a new start. Although Cara is kind & humble, she’s still an outsider to the untrusting MacFadyen clan. Forced to leave her loom behind in Ireland, she must gain the clan’s trust to find work and support Margaret.

Hidden Talents: Arithmetic, Sean-nós singing

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Intendant en Chef des Greniers Royaux

The illegitimate son of the Chief of the MacKinnons and his French leman, Léo travels to Lochbuie to facilitate a marriage alliance between his half-sister and his old battle partner, the man who saved his life. As a distinguished member of the French court, Léo is entrusted with ensuring his sister’s happiness, but he still resents his former friend.

Hidden Talent: Dagger Fighting, Negotiation

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Lady of Dun Ringill

Beautiful, accomplished—the widow of a low level chieftain, Elspeth MacKinnon is the prize of the Kingdom of the Isles. Out of all her brothers, Elspeth is closest to her half-brother Léo. In order to save the Isles from the Wolf, Elspeth is asked to form a marriage alliance with Chieftain MacLean. It would be an easier task if the man wasn’t so repulsive.

Hidden Talents: Archery, Influence

Fear-Taic of Lochbuie

Hector and Lachlan MacLean’s uncle, and Margaret MacFadyen’s former beau. Padraig is Hector’s most trusted confidante and mentor. When Hector returns to the Isles after eight years away, Padraig helps him rebuild his life. Now as Fear-Taic of Lochbuie, he is in charge of the harvests and clan matters, and provides Cara with work.

Hidden Talents: Organization, Advice

Mother-in-Law

After enduring years of hardship and heartache, Margaret returns to her homeland on the Isle of Mull after the death of her son. Able to root in faith and endure, Margaret helps guide her former daughter-in-law as she finds her way in Lochbuie. When Cara catches the eye of Chieftain MacLean, Margaret’s guidance will help Cara trust God’s plan.

Hidden Talents: Tidiness, Encouragement

Chief of Clan MacLean, Laird of Duart

Chief of Clan MacLean, and the son-in-law of the King of the Isles, Lachlan has a great responsibility to protect his family and his clan. For five years he’s helped his brother Hector rebuild his life, and now, for the first time—he’s asking him for a favor. Since boyhood Lachlan and Hector have always been on the same side, but when Hector pledges to protect Cara, Lachlan can’t stand behind him.

Hidden Talents: Cunning, Fatherhood

Lady of Duart, Daughter of the King of the Isles

Raised a noble island princess, Lady Mhairi MacLean has a gift for leadership and putting others at ease. The mother of five boys, Mhairi knows how to manage a crowd while nurturing everyone around her. Mhairi has become close friends with her brother-in-law Hector, and is able to read his moods. When Mhairi learns Cara’s darkest secret, her loyalty to her brother-in-law is tested.

Hidden Talents: Leadership, Motherhood

Healer

After living an isolated life as Lochbuie’s healer, Ursula MacFadyen is thrilled when her sister Margaret, and Cara O’Ballevan return to the Isle of Mull. Ursula opens up her sheepcote (which she shares with her pet mink Fluffy) to Cara and Margaret, providing them the first peaceful home they’ve had in years. In her spare time, Ursula raises flowers and herbs, and practices beekeeping to support herself.

Hidden Talents: Beekeeping, Cooking

Commander of the Lochbuie Guard, Tànaiste of Jura

Raised on the remote island of Jura, Calum MacLean is the tànaiste for the Jura MacLeans and preparing to take over the chieftainship from his father. A skilled fighter of Norse descent, Calum is the commander of the fierce Lochbuie guard under his cousin Hector.

Hidden Talents: Running, Dancing

Master of the Lochbuie Bowmen

The son of humble sheep farmers, Murdoch MacFadyen lost his entire family during the Lochbuie famines. When the MacLeans take over the MacFadyen clan, Murdoch proves himself to be a loyal ally. Murdoch’s skill with a bow has helped him earn the position of Master of the Lochbuie Bowmen.

Hidden Talents: Slingshooting, Flute Playing

Seneschal of Lochbuie

Intelligent, and a brilliant planner, Tavish MacFadyen spent his youth in England studying at Cambridge. His aptitude for clan matters helps Hector become the most successful harvester in the Council of the Isles. Tavish’s diplomacy becomes crucial as Hector forms his marriage alliance.

Hidden Talents: Languages, Courtly love

Chief of Clan MacLeod, Laird of Dunvegan

Iain MacLeod is the youngest, and most noble, of all the chiefs on the Council of the Isles. A skilled seaman, Iain is renowned for his sailing ability. After losing his parents at only fifteen, Iain has developed an observational sense of humor in order to see the lighter side of life. He is closest to his twin sister, Eilidh.

Laird of Sanaigmore

A second generation chieftain, Angus MacKay has found his chieftainship to be the source of much contention in the Isles. Raised as the son of tenant farmers, the life of a laird is still foreign to Angus. Painfully shy and introverted, Angus has a talent for tracking and disguise.

High Chief of Clan Chattan, Chief of Clan MacKenzie

A rugged Scottish warrior, Chief David MacKenzie is the superior chief of Clan Chattan, a confederation of twelve highland clans. David has been waging war against the Wolf for more than 10 years. As High Chief he attends the Council of the Isles in order to protect Highland interests in the Morvern Peninsula.

Lady of Dunvegan

Iain MacLeod’s twin sister, and the young Lady of Dunvegan. Like her brother, Eilidh has a quick wit and fiery personality. Despite losing her mother as a young woman, Eilidh has a caring nature with a touch of romance and silliness.

King of the Isles, Lord of the Isles, Chief of Clan MacDonald

The most celebrated King of the Isles, and the Lord of the Isles within the Scottish court, King John has forged a parliamentary style system of independent governance in the Hebrides, which he desires to protect by any means necessary.

Baler

A good local woman who speaks her mind and is quick to make a friend. The mother of four children, Rhona is able to discern good character and isn’t afraid to stand up for those she loves.