PRE-RELEASE REVIEW
PRE-RELEASE REVIEW
The Highlander
3rd Book in the Victorian Rebels Series
by Kerrigan Byrne
St. Martin’s Press
St. Martin’s Paperbacks
Romance
Pub Date 02 Aug 2016
Synopsis:
Can the fiercest master of battle conquer a woman’s heart?
They call him the Demon Highlander. The fearsome Lieutenant Colonel Liam MacKenzie is known for his superhuman strength, towering presence, and fiery passion in the heat of battle. As Laird to the MacKenzie clan, the undefeated Marquess has vanquished his foes with all the rage and wrath of his barbaric Highland ancestors. But when an English governess arrives to care for his children, the master of war finds himself up against his greatest opponent. . . in the game of love.
Defying all expectations, Miss Philomena is no plain-faced spinster but a ravishing beauty with voluptuous curves and haughty full lips that rattle the Laird to his core. Unintimidated by her master’s raw masculinity and savage ways, the headstrong lass manages to tame not only his wild children but the beast in his soul. With each passing day, Liam grows fonder of Miss Mena—and more suspicious. What secret is she hiding behind those emerald eyes? What darkness brought her to his keep? And how can he conquer this magnificent woman’s heart . . . without surrendering his own, in The Highlander by Kerrigan Byrne.
“Romantic, lush, and suspenseful.” —Suzanne Enoch on The Highwayman
My Thoughts:
Kerrigan Byrne has done it again. I have read and reviewed all of this series by this amazing new author. This, the 3rd book in the series has all of the elements that made the debut novel, The Highwayman so unforgettable. After reading that one I just didn’t see how she could get any better, but I found The Highlander to be the best yet.
The characters are well developed and the storyline is nothing short of amazing. . I highly recommend this book and this series. If you’re a fan of Edgy and Explosive Historical Romance this is one of the best ones I’ve read lately.
I gave this book a 4.75 star rating. The only reason it’s not a 5 star is that some of the language is a bit strong. and some readers may find this offensive.
I received a digital ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. I also received a paperback ARC which I won through Goodreads.
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SYNOPSIS of “The Highwayman”
Meet Dougan Mackenzie, bastard son of a Scottish laird and a bit of a rebel living at Applecross Orphanage and Farah Leigh who is also an orphan, placed there by her parents’ estate manager after their deaths.Two orphans who find each other. Fast forward 17 years to an adult Farah who works at Scotland Yard and the infamous Dorian Blackwell, king of the London criminal underworld. How is it that these two are immediately attracted to each other. You’ll have to read the book to find out.
MY THOUGHTS:
This is a book that had me HOOKED from Chapter 1!! I found it totally engaging and had a hard time putting it aside when I needed sleep. The characters are well developed and make you fall in love with them right away. The book is full of surprise, twists and turns. You never get bored. I had not previously read anything by this author but when invited to read an ARC of it from the publisher through Netgalley, I couldn’t resist. This is a book well worth your time to read. If you’re a fan of Edgy, Raw and Explosive Historical Romance this is one of the best ones I’ve read in a while. If you like your Romance on the SWEET SIDE this will not be your cup of tea. Be prepared!! It’s going to knock you socks off!!!
Synopsis of “The Hunter”
They’re rebels, scoundrels, and blackguards-dark, dashing men on the wrong side of the law. But for the women who love them, a hint of danger only makes the heart beat faster…
A scandalous proposal.
Christopher Argent lives in the shadows as the empire’s most elite assassin. Emotion is something he tossed away years ago, making him one of the most clear-eyed, cold-hearted, wealthiest, and therefore untouchable men in London. But when his latest target turns out to be London’s own darling, Millicent LeCour, Christopher’s whole world is turned upside down. Overwhelmed by her stunning combination of seduction and innocence, Christopher cannot complete the mission. She has made him feel again. Now, he will do anything to save her life, so that he can claim her as his own…
A perilous passion…
When Millie learns what Christopher was hired to do, she is torn between the fear in her heart and the fire in her soul. Putting herself in this notorious hunter’s arms may be her only path to safety-even if doing so could be the deadliest mistake she’s ever made. But how can she resist him? As the heat between her and Christopher burns out of control, danger lurks in the shadows. Is their desire worth the risk? Only the enemy knows what fate has in store…
My Thoughts:
The story of these flawed heroes continues from the debut novel The Highwayman.
Much like our flawed hero in the first novel, Christopher Argent comes from very tragic and humble beginnings. Like the Highwayman this is a not to be missed read. Although it starts out with the brutal and tragic death of our heroes mother, this tragedy is what builds his character and is a very important part of what makes him who he is.
I truly loved this book and would give it a solid 5 stars. Like The Highwayman before it, the characters are well thought out and the story line is nothing less than spectacular.
The Raven’s Moon
The Border Rogues Series, Book 2
by Susan King
Digital List Price: $4.99
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Desperate to help her wrongly imprisoned brother, Mairi Macrae takes to the Scottish highways to steal the execution warrant, and waylays the wrong man when she takes down Border officer Rowan Scott.
A notorious deputy on a secret mission, Rowan wants nothing to do with the beautiful Highland thief—yet soon they are caught in an intrigue over lost treasure and a mysterious portent.
As passion steals both their hearts, Rowan and Mairi must take every risk—and lay down their lives to save each other.
AWARDS:
RT Reviewer’s Choice Award: Best Medieval
REVIEWS:
“A wonderfully dark and delectable read. Susan King evokes the Lowlands as few writers have—with all the passion, intrigue, mystery and beauty of the land—and tells a unique, well-crafted romance.” ~Kathe Robin, Romantic Times
“A marvelous Scottish tale. Absolutely wonderful characters, breakneck pacing, and a great setting. I couldn’t put it down.” ~Patricia Potter
THE BORDER ROGUES, in series order
The Raven’s Wish
The Raven’s Moon
The Heather Moon
THE CELTIC NIGHTS, in series order
The Stone Maiden
The Swan Maiden
The Sword Maiden
Laird of the Wind
OTHER TITLES by Susan King
The Black Thorne’s Rose
ABOUT Susan King:
Susan King is the bestselling, award-winning author of 22 historical novels and novellas praised for historical accuracy, master storytelling and lyricism. Learn more about Susan’s books at www.susanfraserking.com, www.susankingbooks.com and www.wordwenches.com.
The Feast of All Saints
Audio Book
by Anne Rice
Narrator: Courtney B. Vance
Published: 1979
©1979 by Anne O’Brien Rice; (P)1991 by Random House, Inc.
Category: Sci Fi & Fantasy
Provider: Random House AudioBooks
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List Price: $14.95
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In the days before the Civil War, there lived in New Orleans the gens de couleur libre – copper-skinned half-castes, liberated by their “owners,” but confined by their color to a life of political non-existence and social subordination. Still, an aristocracy would emerge in this society: artists, poets and musicians, plantation owners, scientists, and craftsmen whose talents and reputations would extend far beyond the limits of their small world. Best selling author Anne Rice’s probing, lyrical style sweeps you into their midst as she introduces Marcel, the sensitive, blue-eyed scholar; Marie, his breathtakingly beautiful sister, whose curse is to pass for white; Christophe, novelist and teacher, the idol of all young gens; and stunning Anna Bella, whose allure for the well-to-do white man would become legend. Here is a compelling and richly textured tale of a people forever caught in the shadows between black and white.
A Loving Spirit
Lessons in Temptation Series, Book 1
by Amanda McCabe
Digital List Price: $2.99
On Sale for $0.99 Until 07/31/2016 at: Amazon
Following the death of her parents, Miss Cassandra “Cassie” Richards returns to England, 
and accepts Lady Royce’s invitation to Cornwall.
Upon arriving at the 500-year-old Royce Castle complete with secret rooms and friendly ghosts, Cassie encounters Lady Royce’s son Phillip, the bookish and painfully reserved Earl of Royce.
A man of logic and order, Phillip has no patience for Miss Cassandra’s frivolous notions of ghosts and hauntings.
Fortunately, there’re a couple of loving spirits willing to give the couple a helping hand.
REVIEWS:
“An intriguing and clever mix of the living and the dead, this lively tale is sure to please.” ~Romantic Times
“An engaging romp with a romance that’s sure to please.” ~Romance Reviews Today
LESSONS IN TEMPTATION, in series order
A Loving Spirit
A Lady in Disguise
A Tangled Web
ABOUT AMANDA McCABE:
Award-winning author Amanda McCabe wrote her first romance at the age of sixteen, and never stopped. Now she lives in Oklahoma with two cats, a Pug, a very bossy miniature Poodle, and far too many books.
Sea Lords and Ladies Boxed Set
NEW! A limited time Multi-genre Collection of Romance and Passion on the High Seas
by Elizabeth Rose
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This is a Limited Time multi-genre collection of a variety of Elizabeth’s works that take place on the high sea or on/near a body of water.
This set includes:
A Viking’s Promise:
(Sweet Viking Novella)
Brandr Gunnison makes a promise to his sweetheart, Kadlin Olvisdotter to return from a raid to marry her. But things don’t go as planned and a promise sealed with the gift of a dainty blue Forget-me-not is left hanging in the balance.
The Sheik and the Siren
Book 4, Elemental Series
(Medieval Paranormal Romance)
Tied to the mast of his ship, Captain Asad (Ace) of Thorndale sails his ship through Death’s Door in order to be the only man to ever hear the song of the siren and live to tell about it. What he doesn’t expect is for Ebba Tyne, a siren, to board his ship with her small army of misfit men and rob him blind while he stands by and watches, unable to stop her. And when he returns to her island to collect his belongings, his life changes forever.
The Baron’s Bounty
Book 2, Barons of the Cinque Ports Series
(Medieval Romance)
Conlin de Barose, Baron of the Cinque Ports, saves a girl from a shipwreck at sea only to find the Scottish lass is the proxy of his betrothed. Isobel MacEwen does her cousin’s bidding, being tempted by a pair of shoes. Isobel loves shoes of every kind and her infatuation with them keeps getting her into trouble. Now she’s to marry the handsome baron in her cousin’s stead, but doesn’t plan on falling in love with him and becoming fond of his young daughter in the process.
Lady of the Mist
Book 4, Legacy of the Blade Series
(Medieval Romance)
Sir Garrett of Blackmore is a Baron of the Cinque Ports and it is his duty to keep the channel free of pirates. But when he overtakes a pirate ship in a storm he finds himself separated from his own men and at the mercy of the pirate Captain Powell ap Llyr and his feisty but beautiful daughter, Echo.
Saving Simon
Book 5, Tarnished Saints Series
(Contemporary Romance)
Simon Taylor is the son of a preacher along with his eleven brothers. However, they are far from saints, they are nothing but trouble. Once an officer in the Navy, Simon now works as Safety Officer aboard a cruise ship. When a woman falls overboard, he risks his life to save her. And when he returns home to the little town of Sweet Water, the woman he’s saved, Piper Westwood, happens to show up to close down the town’s coveted marina.
