Book Review: Journey to Bongary Spring by Kasey Stockton - Clean Historical Romance
- Apr 11, 2024
- 4 min read
Updated: Jan 4
Amidst Scotland's rolling hills and shimmering lochs, unfolds the tale of Journey to Bongary Spring, a clean historical romance novel by Kasey Stockton.
At-a-Glance
Tone: Sweet, tender, and lyrical with moments of adventure
Setting: Scotland, historical period
Genre: Historical romance
Themes: Love and longing, personal growth, overcoming obstacles, patience and understanding
Best for readers of: Clean, character-driven romances; slow-burn love stories; cozy historical adventures
Highlights
A sweet love story set in a captivating historical era with elements of loyalty and sacrifice.
The complexities of family and community.
A satisfying resolution to the love story.
Book Review of Journey to Bongary Spring by Nichole Vann
In Journey to Bongary Spring, Isobel McEwan is a spirited woman torn between duty and desire, while Kieran Buchanan is a man driven by revenge—yet life has a way of surprising both of them. When Isobel sets off on a risky journey to the healing well at Bongary Spring, Kieran is tasked with bringing her home, and along the way, danger and unexpected moments of connection test their limits. Their romance unfolds slowly and sweetly, with tender chemistry and heartwarming interactions that make their story truly memorable.
The novel shines with lyrical writing that vividly brings historical Scotland to life, creating a rich backdrop for this engaging love story. While Isobel and Kieran’s romance is complete, the book ends on a major cliffhanger, hinting at more adventures to come. Clean, easy to read, and full of charm, Journey to Bongary Spring is perfect for readers seeking a cozy, character-driven historical romance with a touch of adventure.
Note: Although Isobel and Keiran's love story is complete, this book ends on a cliffhanger. A big one. Now, I don't mind a good cliffhanger, really, especially since there is another book. I only wish the second book were about the secondary character who most intrigued me in book one. Alas, I must wait for book three (but I will read book two).
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Book Information
Book 1 of 3: Myths of Moraigh Trilogy
Publisher: Golden Owl Press
Publication: August 30, 2021
Book Type: Novel
Reviewed by: MK Content: Clean Read
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About the Book
Journey to Bognary Spring by Kasey Stockton
(Retailer Description)
He only has eyes for revenge, and she only has eyes for him.
Isobel McEwan has been beholden to her chief for eight years—ever since he took her in and gave her a home after her parents died. So when he asks her to marry a rival laird to aid the clans in finding peace, she has little choice but to agree to his request. The only problem: she’s desperately in love with another man.
To free herself from the burden of unrequited love before entering into a marriage of convenience, Isobel devises a plan to journey to the healing well that has helped so many others, certain that if she can drink from its spring, she will be healed from her lovesickness for Kieran and prepared to marry the rival laird. But her chief will never willingly let her go, so she must sneak out in the dead of night and cross through dangerous lands alone.
After watching a rival clan kill his father in an ambush, Kieran Buchanan’s only ambition in life is to see them pay for what they did. Biding his time until he can accomplish his goal, Kieran dedicates his life to helping his uncle’s clan train and defend themselves. He’s sworn fealty to his uncle, so when the man asks him to track down Isobel and bring her home, he complies.
With the man she loves close on her tail, Isobel must hurry to the spring if she has any hope of callusing her heart against him. But what can she do when he catches up to her on enemy territory?
Book one in the Myths of Moraigh Trilogy. The books are not stand-alone novels and must be read in order for full comprehension, but each novel has its own satisfying love story.
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