The Pursuit by Lindsey, Johanna - 2002

Melissa MacGregor is having a most difficult time finding a husband in the Highlands of Scotland. All her suitors have been scared off by one or more of her 16 strapping uncles, and now no man will dare come near her - save one. Lincoln Ross Burnett is visiting his childhood home when he meets Melissa, and he's instantly captivated by her innocence and charm. Her shy smile melts his heart, and he's convinced that he's found the perfect bride - if he can avoid the interference of Melissa's uncles. Lincoln knows them all too well, for they were once his friends - until a misunderstanding shattered the bond between them. Now they'll stop at nothing to make sure Lincoln doesn't marry their precious niece. But Melissa is no ordinary lass, and she'll not have her uncles destroy her chance at happiness with the man she loves."; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall .