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  KILTED DESIRE – RUSSIAN ROULETTE

  By A.B. McKINLEY

  Amazon Edition

  Copyright 2012 A.B. McKinley

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  All characters appearing in this book are fictitious. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead is purely coincidental.

  Acknowledgments

  “Thank yer tae everyone fer taking the time tae review my book.

  I truly appreciate it.”

  A.B. McKinley

  Book Reviews

  “A Highly Recommended read! Once again, Author A.B. McKinley has given the reader a story packed with sexy romance and thrilling action. Hero Scott Maclaren races to beat the clock while traveling around the globe with old friends and new.

  The love interest in his life, inspires him to face brutal villains with the skills of a warrior and the honor of a solider. Travel with Scott to California, Colorado and Russia and experience hot action, sexy romance combined with white-knuckle danger leaving you on the edge of your seat. Romance lovers, action thrillers, suspense junkies will burrow deep for uninterrupted time to read Kilted Desire - Russian Roulette. It’s simply impossible to put down once you start reading.”

  ~Margie H., PA

  “Never before has a book held more heart-felt betrayal. Scott Maclaren only wanted a peaceful life after he returned from Baghdad. As you move through the pages and away from the Ohio setting, the story becomes more suspenseful. It evolves into a fast-paced action-adventure, romance. You will fall even more in love with the main character, who has once again risked life and limb to do what is right.

  This time, Scott Maclaren’s honor and integrity places him in danger, and his military skills and background will be utilized to their fullest! This was my favorite part of the book. I truly loved the Scottish duo, and the dynamics between these two characters. Scott Maclaren; in my opinion; is Scotland’s James Bond.

  There are characters you will love and ones you will love to hate even more! All questions you may have carried from book one will be answered… There is conflict, right from the start, very sensual romance and of course, betrayal… as only A.B. McKinley can deliver with his art of storytelling.”

  ~Kim H., CO

  “Kilted Desire - Russian Roulette is an amazing follow up to the first Kilted Desire. AB McKinley has truly done it again!! This book has Action, Adventure, Intrigue and of course Romance...

  McKinley takes his hero Scott Maclaren, to new heights of awesomeness. He goes on a mission, fights the bad guys, deals with betrayal, and finds a way to work in some fun.

  I love how this author makes you feel like you are there with the characters, and feel exactly what they are feeling, from the adrenalin rush of the fights to the passion of the love scenes. I would recommend this book to everyone that I know...* * * * * 5 Stars”

  ~Elizabeth K., MI

  “This book has everything you could ask for action, adventure, betrayal, love and a main character to make any woman's heart beat faster.”

  ~Donna D., NY

  “The sequel in A.B. McKinley’s Kilted Desire series was fabulous. The romance was sweet, the betrayals bitter, and the suspense leaves one thinking, just one more chapter. Once again Scott is our Scotsman in shining army; be prepared to swoon, ladies! Superb. Kudos to A.B. for another impressive adventure! Anticipating the next.”

  ~Tiffany A., CA

  “This is the second installment in A.B. McKinley’s, Kilted Desire Series.

  In Kilted Desire - Russian Roulette, Book Two, there is betrayal coming from every side of main character, Scott Maclarens’ life. This story is an action-packed, on the edge of your seat adventure.

  I finished this book in one day and was sad when it ended. We are taken on a whirlwind ride to Russia.

  “Just as always, he is still a man of his word and follows through completely with what he says he will do. Meet Batman and Robin out to save the day, with a new Scottish ‘hotty’ introduced. When I am reading one of McKinley's books, I find it brings me to Scotland, the way he talks. I swoon all day.”

  ~Diana J., LA

  “Kilted Desire 2 is the kind of excitement and fervor I crave ! The story wasn’t predictable, which kept me more intrigued with every page I read! Suspense combined with sultry passion is the perfect recipe in a book, and I'm HUNGRY for more!!!!!”

  ~Michelle S., TN

  “I just read Kilted Desire – Russian Roulette by A.B. McKinley and I loved it! Lots of action, adventure, romance and mayhem. This book is just as good as book one. No let me rephrase that, book two is much, much better than book one.

  There is passion and betrayal. What follows is fast paced, exciting, scary, dangerous with romance thrown in for good measure. You MUST read this book to find out what happens with the intrepid, brave Scotsman, Scott Maclaren.

  Hopefully, this will be the second in what will be a long series of action/adventure books featuring Scott Maclaren and maybe his Scottish mate. They make an excellent team.”

  ~Sue K, IN

  “This second book by A. B. McKinley, Kilted Desire - Russian Roulette is as intriguing, suspenseful and enthralling as his first. Piquing your interest from page one, you anxiously turn each page to see what sorts of exploits Scott Maclaren will be involved in and how he will handle what faces him next.

  You will be captivated by Scott’s passionate and romantic side as well as experience heart pounding apprehension as you follow him into his latest ‘mission’. If you want a book that is action packed as well as giving you a glimpse into the softer side of the author, this is the book for you. I highly recommend it and look forward to book three.”

  ~Terri Z., CA

  Chapter 1

  It was late when they awoke the next day. There was a considerable amount of New Year’s action going on in the bedroom until the early hours of the morning, so they both slept in.

  “Guid morning,” said Scott, as he cupped her breasts. He was lying behind her, his body pressed against hers and his arms wrapped around her.

  “Morning. I like waking up like this.”

  “Aye, me too,” he said, nibbling on her neck.

  “You’re bad,” she replied, as she reached her hands behind her and caressed his thigh.

  “Damn, I love waking up with yer,” he said, still holding her tightly from behind, as they remained on their sides.

  “Good. Because you are going to be doing it for a very long time.”

  “Suits me! I guess we should think aboot getting up. It’s nearly noon.”

  “I suppose so.”

  “Unless yer want tae go again.”

  “Come on. Let’s get up, we’ve got things to do,” she said, laughing. They both got out of bed and got dressed.

  They planned to go to Katie’s parent’s house later that afternoon. It was already arranged for Michael to drop the girls off over there at 5:00 p.m. It was fast approaching 3:00 p.m. Scott sat on the couch and watched a basketball game on TV. He waited patiently for Katie, as she finished doing her hair and make-up so they could leave.

  The game had just gone to a commercial break when he heard something. A car pulled up outside the house. He drew back the curtain and saw Michael and the girls just as they were getting out of the car. Michael grabbed
the girl’s suitcases from the trunk and handed them to his daughters. The girls started walking up the slippery walkway towards the house.

  Scott opened the door, and walked halfway down the path to help them. They struggled to pull the heavy cases up the slight slope, due to the ice. Michael appeared not to care. He walked back around the car and reached for the driver’s door. He stopped. He looked across the yard at Scott. Pointed at him, and made a slashing motion with his hand, as he moved it across his neck. He then got into his car. Scott understood the meaning. Michael was letting him know that he intended to kill him. Which did not bother him in the least. Scott was only sorry the girls witnessed it. ‘Michael is an idiot!’ Scott thought. Michael screeched the car’s tires as he pulled away. Scott quickly ushered the girls into their warm house.

  Katie came down the stairs to find both girls visibly, very upset. She managed to get them calmed down and distracted them by letting them play video games. She walked back into the living room to talk with Scott.

  “He did this on purpose! He knew he was to take them to my parent’s later. He came here early, because he knew you would be here.”

  “Aye, that does nae surprise me.”

  “The girls said he’s been mean to them all week! He has asked them questions about you and they don’t know what to say. That’s it. He’s never taking them again,” she said angrily.

  “He does nae care aboot them Katie, yer know that. But, yer cannae stop him reet now from seeing them. We’ll have tae talk tae an attorney tae see what can be done and where we stand.”

  “They saw what Michael did to you before he got in the car. They told me he slashed his throat and pointed at you. I’m not letting someone like that be around them.”

  “I understand and I agree with yer. It did nae bother me. But, I could nae believe he did it in front of his own girls. We will talk with someone, dinnae worry.”

  “That’s just the type of person he is! I’ve been telling you this all along,” she said, and started to cry.

  “It will be fine, Katie. We’ll get it all sorted oot,” he said, hugging her.

  “I have had just enough of it all! I need a break from all the drama,” she replied, trying to hold back the tears.

  “It will be fine. Trust me baby.”

  Later that afternoon, they drove to her parent’s home for dinner. They all enjoyed the evening playing games and just being together. They arrived back home around 10:00 p.m., the girls were sleepy and went straight to bed. Scott and Katie stayed up for a while and talked about what they should do about the visitation issue. She continued to receive lewd and threatening text messages from Michael throughout the evening and Scott told her to save the messages, so she would have evidence to take to the police. She agreed in principle, although she feared getting the police involved would just evoke more drama and trouble.

  The following morning, Scott was out front. He decided to go out and shovel the driveway. Overnight, a snowstorm graced the yard with about six inches of the white stuff. Katie did not want Scott to shovel, as he was still weak, but he insisted. He was feeling better and stronger every day and liked to feel helpful. As he was almost finished, a car drove up the street and stopped at the end of the driveway. It was Michael. He got out of the car and walked towards Scott. He slowed his aggressive stride the closer he drew to Scott, he realized how big a man he truly was. He hadn’t looked that big yesterday from a distance. Michael glared at him from almost ten feet away.

  “So then. You’re the guy who broke up my family,” he said, aggressively.

  “I did nae break up any family. She’d left yer afore she met me,” Scott replied, he did not want any trouble. There was no way he could get back into the house without going past him. He would try and talk his way out of it and hope Michael would see some sense and leave.

  “That’s bullshit! You were seeing her before I left. Do you feel proud of yourself that you’ve ruined those little girls’ lives?”

  “That’s nae true. I have nae ruined anyone’s life.”

  “I ought to beat the crap out of you right now.”

  “That’s probably nae a guid idea.”

  “Why shouldn’t I? After what you did.”

  “I guess it’s up tae yer. I’m just saying it’s nae a guid idea. Besides, I have nae done anything.”

  “You do know she has been sleeping with me while she’s been seeing you, don’t you?”

  “I dinnae believe that fer a minute.”

  “Yeah, she has! Even a couple of times just a few weeks before Christmas. She is a f…..g whore.”

  “Watch yer mouth. I think it’s best if yer leave now,” Scott was starting to get angry. As of now, he still remained calm. He really wanted to avoid any conflict.

  “Me and you are going to do this right now,” said Michael. He raised his fists and started bouncing up and down.

  Michael must have thought he looked like an expert fighter, as he limbered up, throwing warm-up punches. Scott thought he looked ridiculous. He knew he had no idea what he was doing, and was not alarmed at all by his actions. He just wanted to avoid any conflict, mainly because he didn’t want to risk the girls witnessing anything like that.

  “Trust me. It will be much better if yer just leave now,” Scott said, still trying to diffuse the situation.

  “What’s the matter, are you scared?”

  “Nae. But, yer wee girls are in that house. What if they look oot and see yer in the street? Yer must care how they will feel if they see their Dad fighting?”

  “Don’t talk to me about my kids, let’s go now. Ha, of course you shouldn’t be scared, you’ve got a shovel in your hand, but that’s not going to help you,” he said, as he walked slowly towards Scott.

  “This is yer last chance tae leave,” Scott stated calmly. He tossed the shovel to the ground behind him.

  “F..k you and your whore!” he yelled, as he continued to move forward and aggressively swung a few punches at Scott.

  Scott easily avoided his attempts. Enough was enough. He threw one accurate, hard counter-punch right into Michael’s solar plexus. He crumpled, into a heap in the snow. He gasped and struggled for breath.

  “I told yer tae leave. But, yer would nae listen,” Scott said, as he knelt towards Michael.

  Katie had come outside, she witnessed Michael’s attack. Scott had only defended himself. Michael attempted to speak, but was yet unable to.

  “Katie, go back inside, I’m coming,” Scott called to her, as he knelt down to Michael again.

  “Yer can lay there fer a minute until yer get breath back, then leave and dinnae bother us again or next time I will nae hit yer just once,” he said to him, before he stood up and walked back inside the house.

  “What happened?” Katie asked frantically, as Scott came inside.

  “He turned up when I was shoveling and started tae get aggressive, he said some nasty things then tried tae attack me. I did nae start anything, I just tried tae get him tae leave.”

  “I know I saw him attack you, what did he say?”

  “He’s an idiot, he said I broke up his family and I ruined the girls’ lives. Where are they? Did they see anything?”

  “No, I don’t think so. They are upstairs. I’m not even sure if they’re still awake.”

  “That’s guid, I did nae want that tae happen,” Scott said, as he looked out of the window and saw Michael getting back into his car.

  “I know you didn’t.”

  “He’s leaving now. I just hope he goes away and we dinnae see him again.”

  “Me too, but I doubt it. What did you do to him anyway? You only hit him once.”

  “Aye, I did nae want tae hit him at all. But, he was attacking me, so I defended myself. And, once is all yer need tae hit somebody, if yer do it properly.”

  “I see that. I hope he doesn’t go to the police and start any trouble.”

  “Me too. He does nae have any witnesses and will nae have any marks on his body. That’s
why I did nae hit him in the face. I really wanted tae though, after what he said.”

  “Okay, what do you mean? About you ruining the girl’s lives and breaking up his family?”

  “Aye, that and something else too.”

  “What?”

  “I’d rather nae talk aboot it. It’s over now.”

  “Tell me, I want to know what he said,” she replied angrily.

  “Okay! He said yer were still sleeping with him. Even just a few weeks afore Christmas yer slept with him. And he called yer a whore.”

  “That’s nice,” she replied.

  “Well, are yer going tae deny it?” Scott demanded. He was angry now that she made him repeat what Michael said, because he truly did not want to. He waited for her to say it did not happen. But, she remained silent.

  “Katie, tell me it did nae happen,” he pleaded. He was starting to worry.

  She looked down at the floor. She refused to make eye contact with him and started to cry.

  “Oh, yer have tae be kidding me,” Scott said, as the realization of what had happened started to sink in.

  He could not face this happening again! He did not want to know anything, so he walked away, out the front door and down the street. He needed a walk to clear his head. It was freezing outside and it started to snow again. He did not care. He just needed to walk and to think for a while.

  Scott returned two hours later; he was tired, cold and very perplexed. Katie had taken the girls to her parent’s and waited for him to return. She knew he would be back sooner or later and she had some explaining to do. As he walked in shivering, Katie was sitting on the couch, and asked him to join her so they could talk.