The Crusaders Bride by Claire Delacroix 5 stars!

Wow! Wow! Wow! Been read this spectacular author since the early 90's as all her Books are exceptional, quick page turners, that quickly engage you in the characters plots and  and some true history. Also mixed in  a beautifully written loves story with a bit of adventure, mystery, suspense and of course amour - everlasting love. The Crusaders Bride by Claire Delacroix is exactly that!  

Jerusalem, 1187


This is the story of Gaston and Ysmaine. Gaston de Châmont- Maine is one of the Templer Knights, a third son by his father's third wife and yet he had just recieved message his older brother has died and he must do his duty and leave the order and take his place as A titled lord and Baron. Now the life Gaston has known since age fifteen summers when he first joined the order is to return home to take his brothers  place. Yet before he  leave he must complete one last mssion which involves a missive and a secret relic to be relocated. Now with all reports of Saracen movement before he can even request to leave the order a last journey. He also knows he must find a wife and  perhaps have heir or two to secure the future of his family when he takes his brothers place as a Lord. He decided to find a woman at the Pilgrimage as he had no family here to find him a match plus not exactly his expertise. As Templer  Knights are pledge to be chaise to celibate. Though some do break this vow and go to houses of ill repute for sexual release. Not honorable Gaston. He is an honest honorable man and took all his vows seriously. So now he must find a bride as he watches this thin beautiful woman at the convent praying each day.

This where he find the starving Ysmaine yet when he tried to give her coin well at first she thought he thought her a harlot but when he tells her to eat she explains she wants to use the coin for apothecary to save her ailing maid. The problem is Gaston spent most of life among men and does not know  how nor does he have the time  to woo and court a woman. He only knows how to be straight forward and gets right to the point. This was the last thing Ysmaine expects or wants, after all she believes she is cursed being a widow twice before the bedding nuptials even occurred as she is still a virgin!

Ysmaine is In dire straits as her maid is so very ill and she does not have the coin to get proper herbs from the Apor. This pilgrimage has been a nightmare as her guard and family friend is murdered. So she is without coin and protection and reduced to begging.  As she is from noble family but bad luck seems to find her as they were robbed to get here and having widowed twice on her wedding night and still a virgin. Now even her sisters can't find husbands due to her curse, She thought going on the pilgrimage might help to release this curse as everyone believes she is cursed as her father can not even get he another match. Ysmaine  accepts she will never marry again but wants happiness for her sisters future and will do anything to remove this curse,

Ysmaine is as honest as Gaston and explains her curse but Gaston does not believe in curses and persuade her to marry him . Will he survive the curse? Will all the secrets be revealed? It was so much fun and fascinating watching Gaston and Ysmaine get to know each other and how they both quickly fell for each other but not with some bumps in the road too. Gaston also had little sexual experience and has no clue how to please a women and some male chauvinist views as well that Ysmaine is determined to show that she is just as valuable as his horse her competition! Also they have an imposter in their party who wants the relic and it is discovered Ysmaine has recieved wolfs bane from the Apothecary which is poison

Ysmaine at first. idea what Gaston has in mind and does not trust nor accept his generously when he gives her coins for food and apothecary to help nurse her maid. She knows there is also a price and when she find out it is for a wife  she is more then a little shocked!  Ysmaine does believe she is  curse having two husband dies before the wedding night and now even her father can't find matches for her younger sisters. Her reason for this pilgrimage to be free of this curse that is attached to her. It was fun watching these two fall in true and what they will and sacrifice too. As they have a mission to bring a Templer relic to Europe to deliver and this is when he meet Wulfe and Christina secondary characters in this story but will be the main characters in the next book Thr Crusaders Heart. Plus it is a dangerous time in Jerusalem then again even today it is a dangerous time  just different  foes and in some ways they same reasons too over religious politics. This is a time when infidels were at war with each other each wanting to gain power and control and being at war with the Christians too. War was breaking out as Gaston and Ysmaine are trying to leave the city and there is also a villain thief among them. Yet who is it? Will he cause Gaston and Ysmaine harm and possibly death?  Plus it is discovered Ysmaine has recieved wolfs bane from the Apothecary which is poison! Is her story about a curse the truth? Or perhaps she is that cuts   all her precious husbands lives short? What exactly is this relic and why so important to take so many risks for the order? You must read this magnificent  book to find out.

Also the hero and heroine of her next book Wulfe and Christine are I introduced and bit more then secondary characters too. Wulfe is a Crusader's knight and Christine is a prostitute so the following book The Crusaders Heart is going to be  amazing too and I plan to read next. Duncan's story The Crusaders Handfast  will be book three thought done in a different format then the other books in the series. This book will be done in monthly installments. The fall book will be released in July 2016. Followed by Gaston's squires book  in The Crusaders Kiss  and the last book  in the series will be The Crusaders Vow which is The Scotsman Fergus storyOf course I plan to read this entire series  all secondary characters in this book as Gastons squire will be book 3 and of course my fav is the Scot in book 4! How can you not continue this amazing riveting , thriving,  fast moving adventure!

Wow this book is absolutely mind blowing and so much of true history mixed in this fictional this story! Claire Delacroix really did a phenomenal job with this spectacular book! The reason I love read Historical romance! I highly recommend you read The Crusaders Bride and follow with The Crusaders Heart  too as this is one series you really don't want to miss. I read and reread this book two times as I absolutely fascinated and ensnared with this captivating story!  Loved it!!!





Personal note* Sadly Israel which still has its share of problems today as it did so many centuries.  In a sense not much has progressed a country still in turmoil, where no one compromises and this has been going on for over a thousand years!


(The Champions of Saint Euphemia Book Series)
by Claire Delacroix

1. The Crusaders Bride - Available now
2. The Crusaders Heart - Just Released 10/20/2015
3. The Crusaders Handfast- first installment December 2015 see review fir details.
4.The Crusader's Kiss  - TBR in 2016
5..The Crusader's Vow - TBR in 2016

The MacKinnon's Hope by Tanya Anne Crosby Releases Tomorrow 10/20/2015

Been reading this spectacular author for close to 25 years and her books are still one of my favorites on the planet  making me cry, laugh, melting my heart and always leaving me breathless....Ms. Cosby is one of those rare few authors that captures you right from that start until the very last word of the epilogue or last chapter. Always on my keeper shelf as all her books are. Impossible for me to put her books down so talented is this amazing short story revisited by all our favorite characters from both The MacKinnon's Bride's and Guradians of the Stone series, Tanya Anne Cosby is such a fabulous story teller!

Just a little history:

Northumbria was under Scottish rule when King David of Scotland was crowned King when King  Henry I died on December 1, 1135 due to his close relationship with King Henry so I found this interesting that this story begins five days after King Henry 1st death. 

Also the man Hugh FitzSimon this fictional character is Page FitzSimon MacKinnon ( the MacKinnon's Bride) father who always believed Page was the bastard child of his unfaithful wife and King Henry I. Of course anyone reading the Mackinnon's Bride know this is not true as Page  was being mistreated and mentally abused by her father her entire life! This is due to her father's jealousy and where both she and her mother were mistreated and no truth to his accusations as we all know he is her natural father. This is the reason she has been estranged from him for the past eleven years where this epilogue/ short story begins.

Northumbria, Aldergh Castle, December 6, 1135

Northumbria is now northern England and south-east Scotland

At first I thought this was going to be a version of the Christmas Carol after reading the prologue as fans of MacKinnons Bride of course in the role of the cruel Scrooge was to be Page FitzSimon'scruel father  Hugh as his dead wife visited after receiving word of her death. He lives alone and with guilt for never telling Page the truth even after he realizes all had been due to his unfounded jealousy of the king. Hugh always believing the worse, even though his wife had been faithful and loved him, as Page was not illegitimate but his natural child. Why had he not told Page the truth after all these years?  He does not even know why sadly and now it was too late. The evening he gets the message of his wife's passing he gets  a visit from her ghost.  As she does come to warn him to change his ways or he can pretty much expect eternal damnation for his future and eternity! Now does old Hugh change and listen to Page's mothers ghost whom he exiled and never ever even told Page she was alive. Page and he have been estranged for eleven years now and a lot has changed.

This epilogue which was more of a short story or novella to me as it is a lot longer then the average epilogue in my opinion. It brings you up to date on all the clans of this series and fans will see and hear about all our favorite characters from The Highland Bride series and her new Guardians of the Stone series. This was a double treat in my opinion and I loved seeing some of my favorite's like Laird Ian MacKinnon, Broc the Blond and Aiden dun Scotti, Gavin Brodie and more! A lot in this book centers on Malcolm MacKinnon, the young son who was kidnapped all those years ago by Page's father and the reason for Iain to kidnap Page the best thing that ever happened in Page's life! A father who made her feel worthless  an abductor who showered her with love and made her feel worthy and special but let her make decisions herself. 

Destruction has hit The MacKinnon's  village as a fire burned everything to the ground! Now with the help of other clans all from the previous books, it is really touching how all these friends and relatives by various marriages - each book in this series come to aid The MacKinnon's! Malcolm MacKinnon, Iain and Page's son who is very mistrusting of strangers and other due to his kidnapping as a child, but has also has a bit of the sight too and feels all is not well. He is correct in this, as there is a villain in the mist who has murder on his mind, and the murder of who is Malcolm's stepmother the only mother he has ever known and the one he loves more then life. The ending really surprised and shook my and touched by heart! Yep an emotional ending so have those Kleenex ready! You will have to read this wonderful story to find out!

I highly  recommend this exceptional epilogue and of course I highly recommend both series The Highlanders Brides and Guardian of The Stone series both are spectacular as I am looking forward to the next book in the third  and forth and upcoming Guardians of the Stone series. I having been reading this author for close to twenty-five years and hope to keep reading her marvelous books for another twenty-five as her books pretty much rock my world and have always captured my heart in her riveting  plotlines! I can't recommend Tanya Anne Crosby enough if you love book about adventure, Scottish history, mystery, honor,highland lore, conflict, mayhem and of course love then check all of Tanya Anne Crosby spectacular books! I guarantee it will melt  your heart and soften your soul as I know her books do that to me.

I was getting choked up as this book is near and dear to my heart as I have read and reread The MacKinnon's  Bride five times it is one of my favorite books on the planet.  Loved Mackinnon's Hope by Tanya Anne Cosby

Book Lists:

The MacKinnon's Bride Series by Tanya Anne Crosby 

1. The MacKinnon's Bride

2. Lyon's Gift

3.On Bended Knee

4. Lion Heart

5. Highland Song

6. MacKinnon's Hope

Guardians of the Stone Series by Tanya Anne Crosby

1.Highland Fire

2.Highland Steel

3.Highland Storm.. To be released February 2016

4.Highland Fury....Release date TBA

The Highland Curse by Dana D'Angelo

This is the second book in Dana D'Angelo's Highland strife series. Another fast paced enchanting. mesmerizing, spellbinding read that readers won't be able to put down. Ms. D'Angelo sweeps you into a love story where opposites sometimes attract. The Highland Curse is filled with passion, treachery, betrayal, terror, murder, mayhem and the supernatural in a beautiful Scottish setting, that will have readers at the edge of their seats in this paranormal Scottish historical!

Tancraig Castle, Scotland, 1560

In this story it starts off as Adrina MacGill recently has an erotic dream about a handsome braw highlander which she did not want to wake up from.  Adrina  just arrives Taincraig Castle traveling alone during a gathering of Clans to prepare for an expected upcoming English attack. Adrina asks for assistance and low and behold she meets her dream lover in the flesh one Duncan MacGregon! He is friendly enough at first and you can see he is as attracted to her and she is to him until all he finds out the real reason she is asking for assistance. Adrina believes her Clan is under some type of way enchantment from the evil former cleric Fingal who has stole her Great grandmother's book of spells and has an eerie bird as his minion that follows and reports everyone move When questioned why by the Laird Rory MacGregon from Book one The Highland Chief, as his English wife Darra and and mother-in-law Venora who is a great healer helps her make a potion to release her people of this enchantment. Duncan doesn't believe in anything in the supernatural form unless he can see it right in front of his face, as he is a great believer in logic and analyzing things thoroughly to think clearly. Another reason why he is such a great fierce warrior and have kept himself alive this long. Plus he is aware the English are gathering forces and want to go to war, as he knows the English coming up on their heals. Even this Adrina can see that a great many men of Scotland will die leaving women widows and children fatherless. Though Duncan sees this as protecting his land and people from oppression, slavery and death. Duncan voices his opinion of Adrina's over active imagination which just angers her feeling disappointment of her dream lover! She knows she sounds mad and at first though it was her imagination but then the voices came and the visions she could no longer deny, now they came in her dreams too.  So many of these visions came true where she could no longer deny her gift and knew she must save her clan from possibly death and destruction.

The Lairds wife Darra refused to allow Adrina to travel back alone home,though she has a limited amount of time to get back to her clan while the complicated potion is most potent. At first Rory assigns Duncan to escort Adrina home, but he directly refuses! Duncan  feels he is needed home to defend his clan against upcoming war and not go on this silly quest of Adrina's. Then his younger brother Griogair offers to be her escort and Adrina is relieved, yet when she leaves it is Duncan who comes stating there was a change of plan!  Adrina is both  disappointed and frustrated and doesn't hold back from her feelings. Of course Duncan tries to use charm and wit to overcome her and isn't used to being rejected from the female sex. Of course as their journey continues and peculiar things start to happen. Duncan and Adrina come to let their guards down and true feeling out you can feel the sizzling chemistry, attraction and passion they feel which sizzles off the pages! Even though he admits having no interest in marriage, plus he needs to find out why her father has ignored several messages to attend his clan's Gatherings and needs to fine out why. Plus Adrina knows she has to marry her father's choice for the clan, it was the usual way for a Lairds daughter. She had always knows Duncan had another reason for escorting her home when he so adamatly had previously refused. Of course now she knew she was in love him with Duncan as well realizing he said as not the self absorbed conceited man she originally thought but a caring, loving man that wants to defend those he cares about.

Duncan starts to open his eyes and feel things he never did for another and when he sees they have two of her clansman looking for her wishing her ill, plus this eerie bird following them! He is starting to believe her but still questions his logic as well. Then Duncan sees the evil Fingal the cleric who is using magic and spells to use and overcome her clan is convinced Fingal is correct and this poor lass is just delusional and perhaps insane! Adrina realizing she is in love with Duncan knows he is under Fingal's power now. Though her heart is broken she is relieved Fingal allows Duncan to return to his home at Tancraig Castle and the even though he leaves Adrina not realizing to fight for her life! 

Is Adrina's clan doomed forever? Will all her visions of doom and murder come true? Has Duncan abandoned Adrina never to see her again? Adrina's has a broken heart never to be mended will it ever heal? Will she even be alive long enough to see it healed? Lots of twists and turns and ups and downs in The Highland Curse that you will have to read to get the answers. Definitely a lot of strife in this one, I can't wait for the next book in the strife series! You can read this as stand alone book, but there are character's from The Highland Chief where I personally think it's more fun to read both. Again it is the readers choice. You can follow the story easily either way. So give yourself an fun, exciting, and heart warming adventure and read The Highland Curse by Dana D'Angelo!

Strife Series by Dana D'Angelo

1.The Highland Chief- Rory and Dara

2. The Highland Curse- Duncan and Adrina

Rogue Knight by Regan Walker just released today!

http://www.amazon.com/review/R4ZRA80Z4YC0V/ref=cm_cr_dp_title?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B014ZCMWZ4&channel=detail-glance&nodeID=133140011&store=digital-text

My 5 star amazon review highly recommend

Rogue Knight by Regan Walker reviewed by Celtic Barb


Happy release day Regan Walker Here is my 5* review of Rogue Knight by Regan Walker. Loved it!

This is book 2 in Regan Walker's Medieval Warrior Series. I absolutely loved this story. I am a big fan having of true history being weaved into a fictional story and Rogue Knight successfully accomplishes that in spades! This is the story of the years after the Norman Conquest and how King William the Conquerer wants "to put all of England under his rule as well.. This story it it how William wants to conquer  the the city of York and was ruthless how he goes about it and how the people of York hated him and his Norman invaders. Also how everything was for the taking from the young, the old and the innocent. The people had enough with his treatment of them and his outrageous taxes but this time they were determined they wouldn't lose with the help of the Danes. Although I don't think anyone expected Williams's wrath to be so great, to burn and salt everything  that forced the people into starvation, which those he didn't out right murder died of starvation. Most of York did die  Sadly it would take centuries until York would be inhabited and livable again.

York, England, 1068

The hero of this story is Sir Geoffroi de Tornai the fair haired knight some might remember from book one, Renauld de Pierrepont the Red Wolf's Prize, best friend and rejected  would be suitor of one of Lady  Serena's widowed ladies. As he is commanded by King William to come to York and quash the rebellion,but it here he see's the most beautiful women he has ever laid eyes on. He know she hates everything Norman and understands it too, but he is determined to become her protector offering his service if ever needed. Renauld, also nicknamed the Red Wolf, could not join in this journey due to an injury and wife's upcoming birth of thier first child. Therefore, Sir Renaud appointed Sir Geoffroi as the leader of this mission.

The heroine of this story is Emma of York . Emma's father in the story and  Maerleswein, former Sheriff of Lincolnshire, true  historic figure who was a wealthy English Thegn, one of the leaders of the rebellion. When she first meets Geoffroi de Tornai she feel the attraction as does he but feels guilty even feeling after all he is her enemy. Geoffroi sees the goodness in Emma who helps other like taking in and the care two twin orphans, her dog, and anyone else under her care. Emma can never tell Sir Geoffroi  as her life and those of her father's would be forfeit. There could never be a future for she and Geoffroi, but Geoffroi is determined to change her mind thinking he wants this women! What will happen when he finds out who her sire truly is?Also the fact he father wants her to marry nobility,the handsome Earl of Bamburgh, former Earl of Nothumbria and cousin to King Malcolm of Scotland and also another true historical figure! Will she be forced to marry her father's choice? You will have to find out the answers by reading this magnificent medieval read!

This book sweep you into the history of William the Conquerer and all that suffered from his wrath plus the amazing details was just fantastic. Another suberbly written story that draws you in with the blend of  history and a few true historical figures and the fictional love story will melt your heart. This book also sweeps you in with so much emotion with treachery, murder, rape, hate, betrayal, forgiveness and of course love. Will Geoffroi finally get his happily ever after or is he determined to be a bachelor forever? Plus what will happen if he finds out Emma's betrayal of not confiding in him of her father being one of the rebel leaders? Will he betray her and give her name to William? This would mean her certain death or to hold over the head of her father to hopefully stop this rebellion.  Also would mean to put her father in prison or worse with his betrayal to the King? Will Emma ever see Geoffroi  as being more then her enemy? You will have to read this exceptional book to find out! There area lot of beautiful and touching scenes with the adopted children and their love for all the caring adults in this story and if you are a dog lover like myself you will fall with Emma's very large dog. All in all, I highly recommend Rogue Knight by Regan Walker, another riveting faced paced page turner... Loved it!

New releases tomorrow 10/6/2015 Terri Brisbin and Suzanne Enoch

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Cadha's Rogue By R.L.Syme

5.0 out of 5 stars R.L. Syme's beautiful heart stopping high sea romantic adventure you won't be able to put down! Spectacular read!, October 3, 2015

Reviewed By Barb Batlan-Massabrook

This review is from: Cadha's Rogue (The Highland Renegades Book 5) (Kindle Edition)



Horn Holland, 1303

This is the the fifth book in R.L. Syme's Highlander Renegade series which you can also and easily read as a standalone book too. As I have loved this series which has been a sheer joy to read and this book is no exception. Another quick paced page turner, flawlessly plotted, lined with warmth and genuine love and so beautifully written. I totally got swept away in Cadha's Rogue by R.L. Syme

1303, Hoorn, Holland

In this book the heroine of the story is about a Dutch woman Cadha de. Witt whose father is a privateer and was awaiting for her beloved. Her family renamed him Maas Maasen, also hed been an orphan, Scottish boy, her family found and adopted as a child being so young and alone. Due to their different is classes, Cadha and Maas have a secret betrothal her family is not aware of and so when he doesn't return and remains in Scotland without a word Cadha is her heart broken and devastated! Her family knows that Cadha is very close to Maas but are clueless as the depth of her true feelings, as they think she thinks of him as her favorite brother. She decides to go hire a boat secretly and go find Maas In Scotland and find out what is going on and this is where she also meet Valc. Valcymer Vanhorn who falls for Cadha like a ton of bricks except he is dressed like a woman! They go on an unforgettable journey and danger and pirates seems to lurking at every corner, plus this is a very dangerous time to be traveling to Scotland by seas during the renegade war better knows the war of independence.

You can feel the chemistry and heat between Valc and Cadha on heir high sea adventure with plundering pirates with an evil physic captain can tell if you speak the truth or a lie in a matter of a few words. I found the pirate captain's "now finally the truth" rather eerie and some what amusing myself. This book has everything you looks for on a spectacular historical romance:mystery, murder, mayhem, suspense, betrayal, desire, rejection, human trafficking and of course true love. So there is a bit of a triangle and plus the fact she hasn't been exactly honest and straightforword with Valc about Maas who goes by the name Erlan Mason now. Who will she choose, the man from her past, her first love or the or the man who had taught her love and desire in a short period of time? You will have to read this wonderful, powerful book to find out. Personally, I sure hope the man Cadha did not pick gets his own love in a future book. R.L Syme is is one of those rare gifted author's that's stories know how to capture the romance readers heart and Cadha's Rogue definitely ensnared mine! Loved it! I recieved this arc for an honest review which I gladly gave

The Highland Renegade Series

1.The Outcast Highlander
2.The Runaway Highlander
3. The Pirate Highlander
4. Lachan's Revenge
5. Cadha's Rogue

Some Like it Scot by Suzanne Enoch To be released 10/6/2015

Some Like It  Scot by Suzanne Enoch best selling award winning author as always I am all consumed by her exceptional talent  as it just spills over each and every page from cover to over. A definite quick paced riveting page turner that is both captivating and fascinating that the reader will feel they are in historic scotland taking this adventure with the book characters.


Scotland around 1818

Laird Munro MacLawry called Bear due to his size as he is one big mon and being fierce, protective  of those he cares for, yet can make a mon piss on his boots with just one look! Also in the way he carries himself. Bear  is the total package six foot seven inches tall,  long black hair, gorgeous with both braw and brains and the sexiest brogue in Alba (Scotland). Though some treat him as he is an empty headed lug only good for a rowdy brawl! Weel the big lad is also a wee bit of rogue bedding at most of the lasses in the Highlands. As of late Bear is is disgusted with his siblings as the love big has hit them all, some of MacLawry most fierce warriors too! He is miserable with the changes feeling lonely and very much alone as of late, due to his sibling marriages filling up  their home and clan with drooling bairns! He is determined and positive that will never happen to him!  He has bedded about three quarters  of the women in the Highlands, but only sees it as an evening of fun,  definitely not a lifetime. Giving Bear the chills to just to think of himself being tied down to one lass for the rest of his life! No way, definitely not for him, but as his brother The Marquee Ranulf explains times are changing ....

Cartriona ( Cat) MacColl is a lass some might call or describe her as a  hoyden, mannish, or has a boyish nature -as she enjoys dressing as a lad, wearing trousers, cursing like a man and is an independent, self sufficient  young woman. Cat excels in hunting, fishing  and is a crack shot with a flintlock musket. She can can do this better then most men well all men except for one  Munro ( Bear) MacLawry. Of course this ginger haired lass is also beautiful no matter how much she hides it in big oversized shirts and hat yet not realizing the trousers makes her more enticing to a man such as Bear MacLawry. Catriona is hiding her 19 yr. old  English half  sister Elizabeth  from an unwanted forced English marriage from an English Duke, who is forty-two years her senior and has a reputation of killing off his wives! The plan is to stay on the run until she reaches her majority at age twenty-one. At least that is the plan for the reunited sisters, whom had been separated for the past eleven years. Then this giant Bear of a man enters her life,no matter what she does to get him to leave her alone, even aiming a flintlock musket  at his chest! Bear lusts after Cat and tries to get in her in his bed which she keeps refusing quite a blow  and set down for this ladies man as she is the first lass that has ever rejected him ever! It is usually quite the opposite way for Bear,  as he is usually the one being chased. Of course he also realizes these sisters are going through hard times living off the land on his property in the old falling apart haunted Abbey unknown to them. So Bear keeps leaving food, supplies and little gifts for them which just frustrates Cat  though Elizabeth appreciates his gifts even is more trusting then Cat. Cat doesn't want his charity, is stubborn and determined to take care and protect she and Elizabeth on her own with out this big mon's  or anyone's help. Plus she doesn't trust easily and for good reason. Bear is determined to get her in his bed he is just surprised when she enters his heart as well. Cat doesn't realize who  that Bear is MacLawry and assumes he is just a trapper ot poacher and most likely stealing from the MacLawrys. Bear also thinks if she knew he  his true identity she would high tail I'd off the property never to be seen again. It's the first time in awhile Bear has felt needed and someone to protect which is what he fiercely enjoys to do he thinks his heart isn't  but he is in for one big surprise....

So will Cat fall in his arms and weaken? Will she find out his true identity and if she does will she feel duped and betrayed? Will Elizabeth be able avoid this murdering Duke. Will Bear find his happily ever after as his sibling or will he be alone forever? Lot of bumps on Cat and Bear's road that need to be ironed out bit is that even possible? You will have to read this all consuming powerful marvelous book and find out and more.

Lots of surprises in this wonderful read about forced alliances and betrothals and the true reason Cat and her sister had been separated for the past eleven years that just blew me away but I loved it. I found this book fascinating as it has all the elements readers want in a fabulous Scottish historical romance adventure, mystery, suspense, secrets, mistrust,m intrigue, heartbreak, conflict, betrayal,  humor as some parts were hilarious and at long last love! I absolutely loved the pairing of Bear and Cat. You can read this as stand alone or in book order, readers choice either or but it definitely is a book you don't want put  down and stays with you long after you have read. I recommend in book order as you will see characters from previous books  and I feel you are more connected to the characters and family plus it is always fun connecting the dots. Again you can read this book as a stand alone too  it's a personal choice.

I have been reading Ms. Enoch's books for a good twenty five years think her regency The Black Duke's Prize was my first and I have a shelf full of her books as they always remain on my keeper shelf.  Some Like It Scot is not different except with the exception I think it is now my favorite.  Yes The entire Scandalous Scots series is magnificent and somewhat addictive in my opinion as I just want more in this series!  I sure she continues writing more Scottish historical romances as she writes them so beautifully.p It's was one of those books that steals heart and warms your soul. Some Like It Scot had plenty of action which made it a fun, quick paced page turner yet I didn't want it to end. I highly recommend this spectacular superbly written book as it is was one you  definitely don't want to miss in this  magnificent romantic Highland adventure!

Scandalous Scot Book List By Suzanne Enoch

O.5  One Hot Scot
     1.The Devil Wears Kilts
     2.Rogue with a Brogue
     3. Mad, Bad, and Dangerous in Plaid
     4. Some Like it Scot - TBR on 10/7/2015

***I received this advance readers copy from netgalley.com in exchange for ane honest review which I gladly give.***

Vonda Sinclair Highland Adventure 7 Book set review by another reader

Disclaimer:This is not Celtic Barb's review just another readers review and. This is author Vonda Sinclair's comment.


I love this awesome review posted at Amazon!! Thank you so much, Jenny!! <3 "I spent my week vacation relaxing and reading Vonda Sinclair’s entire Highland Adventure series :) I love how she writes her characters – she is able to weave depth, emotion, love, and despair masterfully throughout her books. She can also set up a great scene – I almost feel like I’m in Scotland, right in the middle of all the action."
http://www.amazon.com/Highland-Adventure-7-Book-Series/dp/B014HJ4OLU/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

The Taming of Malcolm Grant by Paula Quinn TBR 9/29/2015

"The Taming of Malcolm Grant" is another exceptional read by the talented Paula Quinn. This is the fourth book in her wonderful (The MacGregors, Highland Heirs Series) you can read this as a stand alone or in series order. Worth a bazillion stars as it was really one to melt your heart and warm your soul. I read this in one sitting as I was totally absorbed and with this delightful read!

Hepburn England, early 18th century

This is the story of Malcolm Grant rogue of men who always left women with broken hearts. He has decided to take his 21 year old  brother Cailean to lose his virginity at brothel, Fortunes Smile his good friend Harry Grey own. Cailean already spotted a redhead prostitute he was attracted her name was Alison,but she was already paid for by the sadistic and evil Baron of Newcastle's brother Andrew. Then Malcolm meets Harry's attractive sister Emmaline who asked for her dog Gascon to come in from the cold rain. The brother and sister only recently reunited. This is when Malcolm first meets Emmaline Grey whom is called Emma. Harry hasn't let Emma's dog inside when Malcolm  and Cailean sided with Emma as a dog lover himself and convinced Harry. It was the first moment Malcolm Grant stirred something in Emma. It was also when Malcolm realized she needed her dog to be her eyes for her as Emma was blind.

Then all hell broke out as Cailean saw Alison being roughly handled by Andrew Winthers and Cailean when after the man. In the end Malcolm amd Cailean were a force to be reckoned with until they realize Andrew Winthers is dead and the Winther's come back with reinforcements and shoot both the brothers. Emma who is also a healer ,but keeps that secret as she watched the woman who saved her life after Harry had abandoned her when she was forst going blind at age ten. In France Her family all contacted a bad fever that killed their parents and left her blind but her friend Clementine saved her and taught her the healing arts. Yet the people who Clementine healed turned on her older friend who was like a mother to her and they had hung her and then burned her sweet friend who was kind to everyone. This is why Emma left France and came to England and reunited with her brother that she forgave knowing he was only fifteen and scared of getting the decease and dying.

Malcolm is known as a rogue and a heartbreaker a man known never to get emotionally involved and always the one to leave. He is a major heartbreaker. Yet as of late people don't realize the change in him. He feels he's been as used as others he has used until he meets Emma a woman who can't see his seductive smiles or dimples In his cheeks. After Malcolm and his brother are injured Emma is required to heal them and Malcolm is impressed how a blind girl can treat and heal others. He admires her independence and how she see's with her hands and her honesty and he knows she had been untouched by any other man. Yet he doesn't think he can love a requirement Emma has, to bed and marry a man. Also though Malcolm and Cailean's deaths are faked there is a couple spies among them and also unknown to all one is Sebastian  (Fletcher) Winthers who wants to get away from his evil sadistic brother plus he starts to like the brothers, but knows he has to avenge Andrew's. death. Also there is also a manipulating prostitute who is favored among the customers Bess who is obsessed with Malcolm and will do anything to get him back! As Malcolm and Bess had a relationship years prior if you can call it that from a paying customer. Bess is extremely jealous of Emma and had even threatened to kill her dog Gascon if she doesn't stay away from Malcolm. Bess knows Malcolm wants Emma she sees how he looks at her, but Malcolm always sees how Emma holds her own when going head to head with Bess and never allows herself to become a victim. Another trait he admires about her that is her braw and strength. Yet Bess tries to put an end of Emma and Malcolm's relationship before it even begins as she is a master manipulator. So there are many mountains and obstacles in the way of this couple's happiness with blackmail, murder, mystery, betrayal, mayhem, abduction and perhaps even love Also many risks plus how could Emma ever leave Harry when she has just recently been reunited with him?Will Oliver and Sebastian murder the Grant brothers or shall Bess or Oliver murder Emma? Will Cailean be able to marry the prostitute Alison who had fallen in love with him and has became Emma's dear friend and healing assistant? You will have to read this fabulous book to find out.

This book was absolutely spectacular with so many ups, downs, twist and turns I was holding  on to my seat by a thread! I read this in one day as I was so absorbed and glued to this book I could not put this full length book down.  This is a major really fast page tuner so superbly written that the near ending had me sobbing. It was emotional too so have some Kleenex handy. The Taming of Malcolm Grant was magnificent  and believe me you don't want miss this amazing wonderful read!

I recieved this from netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review

The MacGregors, Highland Heirs Series by Paula Quinn

1.The Seduction of Amelia Bell
1.5 The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchannan - Novella
2. The Wicked Ways of Alexander Kidd
3. Scandalous Secret of Abigail MacGregor
4.The Taming of Malcolm Grant - TBR on September 29, 2015

The Irish Warrior by Ashley York will be released 9/30 pre-order for only 1.99

This is one you don't want to miss and if you scroll down my reviews you will find my 5 star review for The Irish Warrior as it is another riveting page turner that you won't be able to put down as I highly recommend!

Lord Ruthven's Bride by Tarah Scott

Here is my Reciew of Lord Ruthven's Bride by Tarah Scott I. This wonderful analogy in Highland Flames

Lord Ruthven's Bride by Tarah Scott is the second book in her Highland Regency series as the first on Lord Greyson's Bride was originally in the Scroll of the Cridhe, Highland Winds, volume 1 and recently a 2015 RONE award winner as this is in the Guardians of the Cridhe, Highland Flames volume 2. 

1823 Inverness, Scotland

This is book's heroine is Annabelle Montagu who is betrothed to Callum MacLennan and James Ruthven one that saves her life. I kept hearing the song torn between two lovers and loving only one while reading this fantastic storyline!  Yes I sometimes have a music soundtrack while reading books though usually it is Scottisj pipes and fiddles! Lord Ruthvren's Bride is another fabulous fast paced page turner which is the usual for me with talented Tarah Scott books! Another riveting tale of mystery, drama, suspense, espionage, kidnapping, murder and love!

The heroine is the lovely Lady Annabelle Montagu sister of Josephine from Lord Greyson's bride she finds herself curious seeing one of Lord  Monroe Harley  burying a mysterious box and decides to investigate under an oak tree and Lady Morgan's  and decided to discover clues at his home during a party. This is the is how she meets the handsome Lord Ruthven, James Waterson, the new Viscount who was also snooping on Lord Harley but for very reasons . This is when Annabelle's life starts to go out of control, as she tries to hide and is caught and to cover up for her Lord Ruthven gives her a kiss like no other and later feels guilty as she has a betrothed who she intend to marry Callum MacLennon, Marquess of Northington. 

There is someone murdering prostitutes and Ladies of good breeding in Inverness that James had been investigating and fearing Annabelle's might be next victim and then when he saves her life. You can feel the chemistry between James and Annabelle and the guilt Anabelle feels though she would never betray her fiancé either but is torn as is James watching her and knowing he can never have her. Plus knowing she is probably the next to be murdered James feels a need to protect her and frustrated Annabelle takes unnecessary risk's that drive James crazy. Now Annabelle cares for both men and who will she chose?  You will have to read this wonderful novella to find out ,

This is a quick faced paced book that readers won't be able to put down and wonder what will happen next. I do hope the man Lady Annabella did not choose will get his own story too as he was a good man too. I felt sorry for him as he loved her too. Tough when two wonderful men care for you but you have to choose only one! I highly recommend! Another spectacular Tarah Scott read and this book really had so many twist and turns not knowing what was going to happen next it was totally exhilarating! Loved it! 

Other Books by Tarah Scott

Lord Greyson's Bride originally in Scroll's of the Cridhe, Highland Winds, volume one, 2015 RONE winner

Highland Lords series

1.My Highland Lover

2.My Highland Lord

A MacLean Highlander Novel

1. To Tame a Highland Earl

Stand Alone books ( random selection no particular order)

1.Claimed

2.Lord Keeper

3.A Knight of Passion

4.Seduced

5. The Pendulum Legacy: Legacy of the Celts Brooch and When a Rose Blooms 

Highland Awakening By Kathryn Lynn Davis

This is my review for Kathryn Lynn Davis book from this amazing analogy! Remember in sale for .99 cents for a limited time and it's amazing

HIGHLAND AWAKENING BY KATHRYN LYNN DAVIS
5*


Kathryn Lynn Davis is another in this wonderful group of authors and wrote a magical and mesmerizing about soulmates  a young girl Esmé MacGregor where a family tragedy at nine years of age scars her for the rest of her life. She feels this tragedy is her fault without giving anything away and it happened outside the home and for the past eleven years she has not left her house feeling it will keep everyone safe. This is the story of Caela Rose  (A Tear For Memory) Granddaughter Esmé  so I was super excited to read this! Again it has seer Caela Rose and her magical paintings many years later. Fans of this book will be excited hear this I am sure as I know I was! This was also in Scroll's of Cridhe, Highland Winds, Volume 1 and recent 2015 RONE award winner!


The Isle of Lewis, 1820

The hero of this story is about Laird and healer Malcolm MacLeod who has not been happy since his betrothed Julie ended and fir someone much bellow his station  a bookkeeper from Edinburgh and  as if that not enough his brothers and father want to start a war over it and force Julia to marry him. Malcolm and Julia had been betrothed since childhood but he does not want to force anyone to marry him. He wants to be wanted and plus the face clan do not start wars over broken betrothals as in the days of old and of he doesn't go to war his father has threatened to take the lairdship away and give to one of his two warrior brothers.

Both Esmé and Malcolm are having dreams of each other yet they have never met and love far from each other. Esme has never been interested in other men as they all looked grey to her and the voices come have a meaning as does an old crone to guide them. Both Malcolm and Esmé believe in the old ways and  their beliefs plus the way Esmé seems to be able to read animals thoughts and is a healer as well. Though not a experienced as Malcolm though Malcolm's big hand get in the way when healing anyhow small when they do finally meet it is quite beautiful. As they both follow their dreams and voices without question and go on this magical journey to basically save Scotland! Time is of the essence as a special magical creature needs to be saved and both Esme and Malcolm seem to be the only humans on earth to be trusted but will they be able to save him?

They both have feelings like they have known each other forever, but you can feel that they are destined to be each other's soul mate yet what will happen when their adventure  ends living so far from each other? Family is everything to Esmé and she would never leave them so will Malcolm sacrifice his a lairdship? Of course it had been something he never wanted though he does enjoy caring for the people and the land. As for Esmé will she be able to trust her innocent heart? As this is her first experience with love. Or will she leave with a broken heart? Plus can Malcolm even open his heart again after being crushed so recently? You will have to read this beautiful touching story  which will definitely melt your heart and steal your soul a wee bit too.

It did not have any steamy love scenes which I felt was perfect considering Esmé had never even been kissed before and it wasn't needed. It would of felt really rushed if she was to get her first kiss and loose her virginity in one day so I applaud Ms. Davis for not writing one in. It really is a wonderful story and I loved the bits of past celt and droid past and how everything connected and I loved Esme's family especially her painter seer Grandmother  Caelia Rose of course from "A Tear for Memory"  and loved the close relationship they have. Hopefully she will write a story for her sister Breda. I did not like Breda is the beginning but it shows how she matured during Esme's absence and really grew up and was likable toward the end of the book.

Loved this book and definitely recommend this wonderful magical story about tragedy, betrayal, trust , belief, love at first site and soulmates. Highland Awakening by Kathryn Lynn Davis

Other books by Kathryn Lynn Davis

1. Child of Awe

  Too Deep For Tears trilogy
1. Too Deep for Tears
2. All We hold Dear
3. Somewhere Lies the Moon

A Tear For Memory ( Caela Rose's story as a young girl) also originally in Scroll's of Cridhe Volume One, Highland Winds and also *2015 RONE award winner*.



I highly recommend Highland Awakening it was another enchanting and magical story by the talented Kathryn Lynn Davis as for fans of Tears for Memory. Again I loved it!

Happy Book Release Day Kate Robbins!

This is a Highland Chiefs Novella, book one, about Gwendolyn MacGregor whose family was stripped of their titles, wealth and lands due to her greedy unscrupulous Uncle who throws away their family fortune. In turn at a young age  she and her sisters and Gwendolyn into service for the Chief of the Chattan Clan where she is personal maid to Lady Aileana to help support her family.

The hero of this story is Calum MacIntosh the brother of her ladies betrothed. It is also the story of instant attraction and chemistry which sizzles across the pages. Also at one time a man like Calum would of been attainable for Gwendolyn but now there social classes did not mix, yet that doesn't stop Callum for his pursuit of this fair maiden. Also he is of Christian beliefs and she with a pagan beliefs though this also doesn't seem to bother Calum in the least either, This story was so much fun to read and I loved the twist and role reversal as far as sexual experience is concerned. As Calum is the virgin and Gwendolyn is not, this is when the couple are put to the test as Callum has a hard time understanding or accepting or even forgiving her past. Will he? Plus will she be able to forgive his not very accepting and narrow minded view not to mention some harsh vile words he attacked her with. Will she be able to forgive and forget and move forward?  You will have to read this captivating, dazzling story and find out.

 I found Gwndolyn's background  pagan beliefs and healing abilities and so in tune with the earth which I also loved and seeing and feeling one's aura was absolutely fascinating. I really enjoyed reading about this unique and interesting character.

This was quick paced fast moving enchanting story that was totally delightful and so much fun to read! Highlander Bewitched by Kate Robbins  be released on 9/23/2015.  I highly recommend you read this exceptional novella.

Highland Chiefs Series by Kate Robbins

Bound to the Highlander

Promised to the Highlander

Enemy to the Highlander

One Knight Standing by Kate Robbins and Ian Gillies is available in print now

 Kate hits another winner with this captivating novella about a Laird's sheltered, curious and intelligent  eldest daughter, the beautiful Catherine St Clair. The heroine of this story, Catherine is 18,the eldest of three sisters ,whom is heartbroken over the death of her best friend, teacher, confident, and elderly priest Father Duceppe. The death is mysterious and seems to involve a secret order as well, the secretive well famous Templar Knights!

The hero of this story is about the sheltered William Gillies who was the seventh son born of a seventh son which some believe he has been born with special privileges and abilities. Will has been waiting all  his sheltered life  for his destiny as he knows he is to eventually to join the church and take his vows and become a priest. The main reason he has never paid attention and avoided females known he is never to marry and he has remained celibate his entire twenty years.  As this is what he has been trained for with warrior skills and instincts as well. He can whirl a sword or dagger as any accomplished warrior, or seasoned Captain the guard as well.

As in all mysterious stories full of suspense, murder, espionage and intrigue things or not as what they appear to be. First off Will and his dark skinned companion, best friend and teacher Ash are to go to St. Roslyn and as the new Priest replace, yet at the same discover all of it's secret as well. All will think him a real Priest when he actually is not. All will find it easy to believe all but the ever curious and observant Kathryn St. Clair who will do anything to find out the truth about this imposter priest who had his own guard. Who ever heard of a Priest needing a personal guard at the peaceful St. Roslyn's church and village.Catherine is full of suspicion of this new handsome Priest she is very attracted to, even knowing it is a sin and wrong to have any type of romantic feeling to ones own Priest!

Of course Will soon realizes his destiny is going off course once encountering the beautiful Lady Catherine. What is he to do about it before all these lustful feelings he has never encountered before and want to act on, but hold himself back. Women and marriage is not in a Priest's destiny and future but was it in his? He can imagine how disappointed his father, Ash, and not to even think about the order would think of all his bottled up feelings not that he would ever share. He decides avoidance is the best solution but he is Lady Catherine's priest how can he not hear her confession!

You must read this enchanting, spellbinding, fantastic read to find out how all of this plays out what the results come to be. I always found the true history and biography of the Templars Knights both fascinating and tragic so I loved how Ms. Robbins centered them and their mysteries in this exceptional amazing fictional novella. Another one she has knocked out of the park, just a fabulous entertaining read you won't be able to put down!

High recommend this was a beta read I was given by Ms. Robbins for an honest review.mww


(Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy Name give Glory) ****Templar Motto***

Other books by Kate Robbins

Guardians of the Cridhe

1. Highland Winds, Volume one, ( Spirit Stone) 5/5* reviewed
2. Highland Winds, Volume two ( One Knight Standing) with six other Guardian stories {release date 9/21/2015}
3. Spirit Stones by Kate Robbins ( stand alone novella) 5/5 star reviewed by me *
 

Highland Chiefs Series ( *all  5/5 reviewed by me btw and highly recommend*)

1.Bound to the Highlander
2. Promised to the Highlander
3. Enemy of the Highlander

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Winter Fire by Sue-Ellen Welfonder in Highland Flames analogy

This is a fabulous novella by USA bestselling author Sue-Ellen Welfonder and another magnificent read that anyone would enjoy. Especially for those who have a love for the mother country Scotland and I love the mythology, legends and folklore of this wonderful story.

Winter Fire, Return to Kintail book 2 by Sue-Ellen Welfonder



Eilean Creag Castle
The Western Highlands, Winter 1352

The Black Stag of Kimtail Laird Duncan MacKenzie can't find a husband for Katla  Mackenzie kitchen lass at Eilean Creag , they all think she is a bit mad since she claims she in love with a God, the Lord of Winter  and at Odin's Fire has given her virtue to him as well. Katla is fine with that since making love with Lord of Fire two years earlier and will take nothing less then her Lord of Winter. The only man she will ever love and never forget!  A lot is happening as the MacKenzie's and MacLeod's have been mortal enemies for hundreds are about to make a peace truse. Wise woman Devorgilla is visiting the castle which means she is up to her meddling shannigans again,Then Katla finds out her a Lord of Winter is just a mortal man and of all things a MacLeod and not just any MacLeod but a lairds son. Katla now is steaming mad and feels used and betrayed by one Gunnar MacLeod, her Lord of Winter! Gunnar who is also in love had good reason not to tell Katla who he was due to he being a MacLeod and she a MacKensie of enemy clans. Also he was leaving for what he thought was a short time as he had thought his Da had just died and his Uncle responsible. He hopes to win Katla back somehow but can he plus there are villains one planning on murdering both Gunnar and Katla. Will this dark force prevail? Katla doesn't believe a laird son would want anything from a kitchen maid but a quick romp and is heartbroken will Gunnar be able to convince Katla of his sincere love? You will have to read this beautiful superbly written story to find out.

Again Ms. Welfonder blows me away with another book I couldn't put down and I love how descriptive she is with describing the setting as I got so absorbed felt I was actually in historic Scotland. Of course as always and a lover of beasties myself I love that MacKenzies are a lover of dogs and the relationships with the animals.I loved Katla's dog Glaum so adorable and expert beggar of treats! Again I loved seeing characters from previous books too. I recommend you read the first novella in this series. The Taming of Mairi MacKenzie another exceptional reads I recommend. You can can read as a stand alone too, readers choice of course.

I loved and highly recommend Winter Fire by Sue-Ellen Welfonder comes out September 21st in Highland Flames, Scrolls of Cridhe, Volume 2.

On a personal note I also love this story since Eilean Donan Castle and Kintail is part of my Scotttish ancestry Clan MacRae and used to fight under  their ally Clan Mackenzie colors since they did not have a chief. I am one of the scattered children of Kintail.


Books by Sue-Ellen Welfonder

The Taming of Mari MacKenzie #1 Return to Kintail
Winter Fire #2 Return to Kintail in Highland Flames, Scrolls of the Cridhe, Volume 2 - TBR 9/21/2015

Scandalous Series
1. To Love a Highlander
2. To Desire a Highlander

Highlander Bewitched By Kate Robbins, Book 1 Highland Chiefs

This is a Highland Chiefs Novella, book one, about Gwendolyn MacGregor whose family was stripped of their titles, wealth and lands due to her greedy unscrupulous Uncle who throws away their family fortune. In turn at a young age  she and her sisters and Gwendolyn into service for the Chief of the Chattan Clan where she is personal maid to Lady Aileana to help support her family.

The hero of this story is Calum MacIntosh the brother of her ladies betrothed. It is also the story of instant attraction and chemistry which sizzles across the pages. Also at one time a man like Calum would of been attainable for Gwendolyn but now there social classes did not mix, yet that doesn't stop Callum for his pursuit of this fair maiden. Also he is of Christian beliefs and she with a pagan beliefs though this also doesn't seem to bother Calum in the least either, This story was so much fun to read and I loved the twist and role reversal as far as sexual experience is concerned. As Calum is the virgin and Gwendolyn is not, this is when the couple are put to the test as Callum has a hard time understanding or accepting or even forgiving her past. Will he? Plus will she be able to forgive his not very accepting and narrow minded view not to mention some harsh vile words he attacked her with. Will she be able to forgive and forget and move forward?  You will have to read this captivating, dazzling story and find out.

 I found Gwndolyn's background  pagan beliefs and healing abilities and so in tune with the earth which I also loved and seeing and feeling one's aura was absolutely fascinating. I really enjoyed reading about this unique and interesting character.

This was quick paced fast moving enchanting story that was totally delightful and so much fun to read! Highlander Bewitched by Kate Robbins  be released on 9/23/2015.  I highly recommend you read this exceptional novella.



Highland Chiefs Series by Kate Robbins

Bound to the Highlander
Promised to the Highlander
Enemy to the Highlander

THE IRISH WARRIOR BY ASHLEY YORK BOOK 3 Novella

A Wonderful novella by Ashley York as she writes another quick paced page turner though it is is lengthy for a novella which is alway a plus for me long enough to get attached to the character which in this book is Sean and Thomasina .

Blackpool, England 1075

Fan of Ms. York will remember Sean O'Cisoghe in The Gentle Knight Brighit and Peter's book 2 of her Norman Conquest series and not in the most favorable light. Let's just say he doesn't take rejection like a gentleman. So he now has left Eire to get over his broken heart and had major chip on his shoulder. After a two year absence he is planning to return to his Clan in Eote and this is when he meets spitfire Thomasina MacDonnell who accuse's him of taking her horse without permission! Thomasina is dressed as a lad for her own protection. Her brother Niall had her hiding in a cave as her drunkard father gave her away to town evil and unscrupulous man. Plus the idea of bartering  with your own daughter in a way to pay off your debts is disgusting and wrong on so many levels. Now what will happen of her father and her so called betrothed catch up to her?

Thomasina is also looking for her missing brother who was out stealing sheep and Sean who recognizes Tommy ( Thomasina) as a female right away but doesn't let her know. Sean teaches her how to act more manly and they go on this journey together as he has become her protector but not without some danger that involves the evil Ivan From The Gentle Knight and as evil as ever and might even cost Sean his very life. You can feel the sparks and chemistry between Sean and Thomasina which made this such a fun read!

This was a wonderful read that has drama, humor, heart melting moments, danger and  romance. The love scenes were sizzling and beautiful. It was another spectacular read that has you rooting for the couple and  readers of the series will be happy to see Sean moving on with his life, becoming the man he was meant to be. I loved it. You can read as a stand alone book but I personally find it more fun reading in series order to know the background of characters from previous books. Again it is not necessary but a personal choice.

I have been reading Ms. Ashley's novels since her debut as a wonderful author. Her book's always capture my attention from cover to cover filled with riveting adventure, mystery, suspense, drama, conflict, passion and of course love - plus detailed setting, amazing dialogue with character's that come to life and capture my heart!

I can wait for book #4 in Ms. York's Norman Conquest series, { The Seventh Son} which will be released on 3/30/2016!

The Irish Warrior by Ashley York is another exceptional, superbly written, !riveting story you don't want to miss! I highly recommend! ~B

*** I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review through netgalley.com***



Books by Ashley York

1.The Bruised Thistle

The Norman Conquest Series

2.The Gentle Knight
3.The Irish Warrior
4.The Seventh Son - TBR 3/30/216 the pre-order is available now

BEDDED HER HIGHLAND ENEMY BY B.J. SCOTT

Another wonderful B.J. Scott read that starts off very emotional right from the beginning as Brianne Dunbar of Clan husband and three month infant son are murdered by one of their clan's worst enemies Clan MacClurry as there was a brooch with the Clan MacClurry crest and a piece of bloodied cloth with the colors and pattern often worn by this clan. The one thing Brianne promises her deceased husband was to protect the Druid stone her deceased husband Tieran Dunbar clan has protected for generations no matter the cost.

Then from orders from Gavin, the leader of the Clan Mac Clurry entourage as the King James has ordered that Brianne marry Laird MacClurry's  womanizing,drunkard, eldest son Dermid . For the soul reason to stop the bloodshed between clans and fetch the newly widowed Brianne.

Brianne's sire,John Keith of  Glen Ceiteach has not seen or spoken since Brianne ran away with her husband to marry. Since her fathers bride price was too high of a price as he lusted after the Druid stone though it is just heresay, as it is a much guarded secret by her husbands clan. They being madly in love since the marriage price was too high they ran off to get married anyway and Brianne had not spoken to her father since. He was a very self absorbed selfish man and since she ruined his plans to use her as a pawn to increase his lands with rich alliances and marry to an old man three times her age.

All things are not what they seem and some betrayals are hard to forgive. It a very touching story of murder, deceit, treachery and lies yet also beauty, love, happiness, forgiveness and rebuilding. I highly recommend to read this captivating Scottish historical romance. The suprprise ending shall surely capture any lover of romance's heart.

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