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Legendary Bastards of the Crown Series Book 1 A READER'S OPINION Cambria, 1366 From Vengeance and Strife Legends are Born. Three brothers band together for vengeance runs deep in their veins! Triplets born and meant to die at birth by their superstitious father the King. Rowen the Restless, Rook the Ruthless, and Reed the Reckless, are destined to be legends as their mother had professed. But a devastating secret was revealed that changed the course of their lives. Lady Cordelia, a widow, plans to entice the king with her dowry to allow her the choice of her next spouse—preferably someone young—but alas, plans have a way of being thwarted. A chance meeting with a handsome blonde rogue at an inn, piques her curiosity and she follows him. It doesn't take Cordelia long to realize he's the Demon Thief! Rowen has no choice but to kidnap the bewitching Cordelia. He steals a kiss . . . and more. She's definitely gotten under his skin! A plot is in the works and with Cordelia as the pawn, will Rowen win the game? Can he betray his brothers and accept the King's terms? Will his destiny be fulfilled? Follow Rowen and Cordelia on the journey to their happily ever after. Elizabeth Rose is a sensational author who never disappoints! Reviewer's Rating : 4 1/2 Stars | Content Rating : 4 Hearts | Reviewed by : Maria Rose Dariotis BOOK SYNOPSIS Rowen the Restless is one of the bastard triplets of King Edward III. At birth, the king ordered them killed, fearing the superstitions of triplets being evil spawns of the devil who would only bring him bad luck. However, someone didn't want the babies to die, and the boys' lives were saved in secret. Now, over two decades later, Rowen and his brothers, Rook and Reed, are out for vengeance on the man who sired them and wanted them dead. Finally finding out the truth of being the English king's bastards on the night of Burnt Candlemas ten years earlier, the young boys' lives changed drastically as they were split apart in the turmoil that devastated their homeland of Scotland. Being stolen and raised by pirates, Rowen now commands a ship and works with his brothers who live in the crypts and the hills, to steal from the king and bring the riches to the Scots instead. No one knows that the legendary Demon Thief who manages to always disappear before he is caught, and who can even change his hair color from blond to red to black, is not one man, but three brothers, each with a small army of their own. Lady Cordelia of Whitehaven is a young widow who wants nothing more than to have children. She happens to end up in the wrong place at the wrong time and before she knows it, she's been taken captive by a pirate who has stolen her dowry that she plans on using to convince the king to let her marry a new husband of her own choosing. The sea captain is handsome and exciting, and protects her from being ravaged by his crew. While he's mysterious, Cordelia realizes he is very restless and has deep, dark secrets that disturb him. She hopes to uncover the secrets of the restless sea lord because she sees a noble man trapped inside, making him more of a prisoner than her. Format Read : E-Book | Source: Provided by the author or publisher. #AReadersOpinion #HistoricalRomance

Ian must convince Lara she and her twins are the future he truly wants. A READER'S OPINION Willa Blair has outdone herself! I just finished reading Waiting for the Laird , written by Willa Blair. This author has done it again! I got so captivated as soon as I started turning the pages—from the first page until the very end. A real page turner! This story was fantastic! This author is a high quality writer who knows how to pull you into her story with words flowing. I could feel Ms. Blair's interest in the history and tales of Scotland. When you start this novel, you won't be able to stop. This Scottish tale tells the story of young widow, Lara, and her two nine years old twins, Amy and Alexander, who will play an important part in this story, and of course, Ian, the handsome architect. Their story is mainly set in a Scottish Cairn Dubh Manor that holds secrets, Scottish artifacts, and even maybe a ghost! Lara hired Ian to help her to restore the older parts of the manor, but as they spend more time together, their relationship will grow. Is Ian truly the man he appears to be? Is he hiding a secret? Will Lara find out Cairn Dubh's history? Let's say that while renovating the old ruins, they discover the unexpected, that might change Lara, Ian, and the twin's lives forever! I won't tell you the rest to keep the mystery going. Beautiful sweet chemistry between Lara and Ian. It's so refreshing to follow their relationship and watch it grow with kisses here and there, then a journey of teasing and seducing begins with a beautiful and unexpected ending! I have to say that Ms. Blair is a talented storyteller of Scottish tales. I had so much fun reading Waiting for the Laird , knowing now that it really reflects Lara and Ian's sweet and romantic story. I'm never disappointed with the author's Scottish adventures! I truly enjoyed every minute of it! Reviewed by: Nicole Laverdure This book has already been reviewed and rated for Books & Benches and received our Reader's Choice Seal of Excellence. Read the other review and learn more about the book. Format Read: E-Book | Source: Provided by the author or publisher BOOK SYNOPSIS & INFO Widow Lara MacLaren hungers for the hunky architect she hires to restore her derelict Scottish manor, but is she ready for a relationship...and is Ian ready for her twins? Ian Paterson is eager to awaken Lara's passionate side. Yet, if he reveals his ancestral claim to her estate, he risks losing her and his job. His clan’s history, lost over the years, may be hidden in the walls—along with a ghost waiting for the laird's return. When they uncover a room full of Jacobite treasure, proof of his ancestry, Ian realizes he’s out of time. If the ghost is real, it could expose his secret and destroy his romance with Lara. Ian must convince her she and her twins are the future he truly wants. Publisher: The Wild Rose Press, Inc Publication Date: October 19, 2016 #AReadersOpinion #ContemporaryRomance

Ballads of the Roses Book 5 A World de Wolfe Pack Novella A READER'S OPINION Màiri Norris brings to life the medieval world. This is the first book I've read by Màiri and I enjoyed her descriptive and lyrical way of writing. Elrik of Breda and Yrsa of Ottham are lost hearts and souls who come together by fate and circumstance. I confess the manner of speaking and some of the narrative were difficult to follow at first but the author pulled me in with the story and I soon found a nice rhythm. Elrik is an interesting hero worthy of the title but I did not think it at first. He surprised in me a good way. Yrsa is strong and willing to believe in the power of her visions. Elrik and Yrsa are worthy partners in life and love. I appreciated the author's ability to convey deep romance and affection without graphic scenes, especially in a novella. An unexpected act of courage and love, friendship, and tender romance all came together in Brábanter's Rose . Reviewer's Rating : 4 Stars | Content Rating : 3 Hearts | Reviewed by : Kaylie Morgan BOOK SYNOPSIS A mercenary with a bloodstained soul. Elrik of Breda has had enough of death and seeks a place to build a home and live in peace. An innocent with a secret. Yrsa of Ottham has lived too long with loss and rejection. She yearns for a place where she belongs. Sometimes, the intervention of Fate creates magic. Together, they embark on a quest to fulfill the longings of their hearts… but the cost may be higher than they could ever dream. Print Length: 158 pages Publisher: Kindle Worlds Publication Date: September 4, 2016 #AReadersOpinion #MedievalRomance

Ian must convince Lara she and her twins are the future he truly wants. A READER'S OPINION A contemporary romantic tale with a touch of history . . . and ghosts. Waiting for the Laird by Willa Blair is a delightful romance and unexpected adventure set in Scotland. Lara MacLaren and Ian Paterson are a well-matched pair, and the author does a nice job building up their romance while they figure out how to deal with life's unpredictable surprises. Ms. Blair has a nice and easy writing style that pulls you into the story and keeps you turning the pages. After getting to know Ian, I wanted to hop on an airplane and head over to Scotland so I could find a laird of my own. Cairn Dubh Manor is a character all on its own, and I admit I found the old manor as much of a draw in capturing my interest as the story did. Secrets and mystery abound within the walls of Cairn Dubh, and they make the story all the more satisfying. There's not a whole lot more I can say without revealing too many surprises the reader should discover on their own. Developed characters and some interesting and unexpected twists make Waiting for the Laird an enjoyable read. Reviewer's Rating: 4 1/2 Stars | Content Rating: 4 Hearts | Reviewed by: Kaylie Morgan Format Read: E-Book | Source: Provided by the author or publisher BOOK SYNOPSIS & INFO Widow Lara MacLaren hungers for the hunky architect she hires to restore her derelict Scottish manor, but is she ready for a relationship...and is Ian ready for her twins? Ian Paterson is eager to awaken Lara's passionate side. Yet, if he reveals his ancestral claim to her estate, he risks losing her and his job. His clan’s history, lost over the years, may be hidden in the walls—along with a ghost waiting for the laird's return. When they uncover a room full of Jacobite treasure, proof of his ancestry, Ian realizes he’s out of time. If the ghost is real, it could expose his secret and destroy his romance with Lara. Ian must convince her she and her twins are the future he truly wants. Publisher: The Wild Rose Press, Inc Publication Date: October 19, 2016 #AReadersOpinion #ContemporaryRomance

We've had some fantastic books reviewed since August and because we're all about sharing and highlighting great books, we'll do so on occasion with "10 Books" lists. All books listed below have received either 4, 4 1/2, or 5-star rating from one of our reviewers. Happy Reading! Summit Lake by Charlie Donlea Read the Review A Highlander's Christmas Kiss by Paula Quinn Read the Review Wicked Rivals by Lauren Smith Read the Review Scandalous Redemption by Amanda Mariel Read the Review Between Love & Lies by Jacqui Nelson Read the Review Paradox Forged in Blood by Mary Frances Fisher Read the Review A Splendid Boy by Melanie Martin Read the Review Unhinged by JB Schroeder Read the Review The Color of Promise by Julianne MacLean Read the Review The Enchanted by Genevra Thorne Read the Review #10BooksList

" Another captivating story for The MacGregors: Highland Heirs! Fans of Scottish adventures are in for a real treat! " — Books & Benches It brings me great pleasure to welcome Paula Quinn, the NYT bestselling author of numerous Highlander and historical romance novels. I first discovered Paula's books when I one of the Books & Benches reviewers recommended A Highlander's Christmas Kiss . I was so delighted with how much I enjoyed the story, that I plan to soak up her other books. “Poignant, sensual, adventurous, and with a keen attention to rich detail and compelling characters, Paula Quinn appears to have mastered the art of Highland romance. ” —MK McClintock, award-winning author of Alaina Claiborne Q&A WITH PAULA QUINN On her love of Clan MacGregor and Writing "Scottish romance at its very best! Deliciously romantic and sensual, Paula Quinn captures the heart of the Highlands in a tender, passionate romance that you won't be able to put down." —Monica McCarty, New York Times bestselling author on Seduced by a Highlander Without further ado . . . MK : Your first book, Lord of Desire , was published in 2005. A couple of years later, you introduced Highlanders into your writing with Laird of the Mist, with many more to follow. What sparked your interest in Highland romance? What do you enjoy most about the genre? PAULA : I love anything historical and romantic…and knights. Oh, I love stories about knights. It was no shocker that my first books would be about them. But Scotland has always pulled at my heartstrings. You know those old songs about “going home to the Highlands”? I cry every time I hear them. But my passion for Scotland is almost too strong and though I had wanted to write about it, it was too overwhelming. How do you capture the hearts of people whose swords are stained by honor’s blood? How would I ever write about the mist-covered mountains and wind-swept heather moors? And who would be my hero? The whole MacGregor storyline began with a series of events. It’s still a little surreal when I think of it. I had just turned in my manuscript for Lord of Seduction when my computer became possessed. Every time I searched for something…anything, this pop -up would appear that said “Come home to Skye.” I’d click it off and promise myself someday. I don’t usually read the news but one morning I sat down and opened the paper. There was a full spread on Camasunary in Skye. The picture was of the most incredible place I’d ever seen. That picture is now framed on my wall near my desk. I figured I’d do a little research on clans and maybe…maybe try my hand at writing a Scottish romance. After a week or so, I still hadn’t decided which clan I wanted to write about. They all have such compelling histories. I remember the day when I knew it would be the MacGregors. I was sick and had taken a nap, only to be awakened by a hauntingly beautiful voice. The movie Moulin Rouge was on the TV and Ewen McGregor was singing Come What May. I tell you, I bolted up and said MacGregor! MacGregor? At the time, there wasn’t too much about them on the internet. Made some soup. Went back to bed. A few hours later, I was awakened again by a man’s deep, melodic voice saying, “I’m Rob Roy MacGregor!” Liam Neeson. Need I say more? More research. Deep research. We’re talking about months, even a year of learning about this amazing outlawed clan. (The research took so long because every thing I found left me crying over my keyboard.) Their story was the one I’d heard whenever I listened to bagpipes, soul-stirring, sorrow-filled, and needing to be told. Laird of the Mist is their story, told by clan chief Callum MacGregor, my ultimate hero. And the rest, as they say, is history. MK : In your latest book, Temperance and Cailean in A Highlander’s Christmas Kiss are delightful, and I enjoyed their story immensely. How did their story come about? What inspires your characters? PAULA : All the characters in every book after Laird were being “born” as I wrote the previous series. So, Rob, Tristan, Mairi, and Colin MacGregor from the Children of the Mist series came to life for me while writing Laird of the Mist and A Highlander Never Surrenders . Likewise, those character’s children came to me for my Highland Heirs series. These people exist in my head. I see their lives, their children, what kinds of parents they are, etc. It’s a family. A big one. And they love dogs. Cailean showed me who he was in The Taming of Malcolm Grant . (His brother’s story.) Losing his beloved dog, Sage was the catalyst for him changing into someone he’d never wanted to become. He’s a warrior, but a sensitive one. He writes, paints, cooks—but everything kind of just shut down for him after the woman he was falling in love with (in Malcolm Grant) died in his arms. It was just too much and he had to harden his heart in order to survive. I knew Cailean needed to be saved. And he needed a compassion, strong heroine to bring him back into the light. Even if she had to drag him. Honor inspires my characters. They always strive to be the best they can be. I’d kill them off if they didn’t. :) MK : As we can see from the family tree on your website, the MacGregor and Grant clans are interwoven over the course of several books. Was the intentional from the beginning, or did it just happen? What books can readers find members from both families? PAULA : Yes, once I wrote Laird of the Mist , and met Graham Grant, dearest friend to Callum MacGregor, I knew I would combine their families. Historically, the Grants were one of the few clans that stood by the MacGregors during the proscription, even at the risk of death. Both clans appear in the entire series. Some books, like Ravished By A Highlander , The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell , The Wicked Ways of Alexander Kidd , and A Highlander’s Christmas Kiss , feature members of both clans more than the others. Tamed By A Highlander actually features a Grant hero and a MacGregor heroine. MK : From seeing the first book in print to the glowing reviews we all hope for, but worry we won’t get, authors experience a multitude of highs and lows throughout their careers. Up to this point, what has been one of your greatest joys or experiences as a writer? PAULA : Definitely the love shared by my readers. There’s nothing better. Another high happened with the current clan chief of the MacGregor’s wife wrote to me to tell me how much she loved Ravished by Highlander . She thanked me for getting the clan’s proscription out there. That was big for me because not many people know what the MacGregors endured and I wanted the world to know. MK : You also write paranormal romance as Generva Thorne. Can you tell us how that alter-ego came about? What interested you in the paranormal genre? PAULA : Oh, paranormal/fantasy has always been my first love. I grew up on Marion Zimmer Bradley, Raymond Feist, and my all time favorite author, Guy Gavriel Kay. (Seriously, read him. You won’t be sorry) My Faerie Tale series began after reading a poem about a man who had been enchanted by a faerie and could no longer see the beauty around him. It made me wonder what that would be like, to live in a drab, colorless world because of magic, and how could the spell be broken. I wrote The Enchanted and put love to the test. It’s really one of my favorite stories. Then again, The Beloved, book two in the series…well, I don’t want to gush, but I LOVED writing about a man fashioned of magic and timeless, irresistible beauty falling in love with a scarred woman. Ash and Eden have so much to overcome. I hope that readers come away with a sense of beauty being in the eye of the beholder. MK : What can readers expect from you next? PAULA : I’m currently working on book 6 in the Highland Heirs series. We don’t have a title just yet, but it features Patrick MacGregor, Cailean’s cousin. Patrick is a rogue who would rather wipe the dust of his kin’s ideals from his boots, until, of course, he meets Charlotte (Charlie) Cunningham, a woman who brings those ideals to life and sets his world spinning and him on his hot, Highlander arse. MK: I'm looking forward to reading that one, Paula! Thank you so much for joining us at Books & Benches. A HIGHLANDER'S CHRISTMAS KISS "Paula Quinn's special and unique style of writing paired with her perceptivity is a potent combination that demonstrates why she is an author whose books take residence on favorite's bookshelves everywhere." — Jenerated Book Reviews BUY AT AMAZON A STRANGER'S SMILE Christmas may be coming to Linavar, but Temperance Menzie is far from joyful. Grief-stricken over the death of her father at the hands of the Black Riders, she almost didn't see the wounded stranger in the woods. And now she's determined to give this braw, brooding Highlander the help she couldn't give her father. But there's a secret lurking in the depths of his blue-gray eyes. And Temperance won't rest until she uncovers it . . . A LOVER'S KISS A killer for hire. It's the last thing Cailean Grant ever thought he'd become, but being part of the Black Riders was his only way to survive. Now, his guilt grows day by day, along with his desire for the beautiful, brave lass nursing him back to health. As Christmas, the season of miracles, draws near and the truth of his identity threatens to come out, Cailean must risk the only thing he has left to lose-his heart. ​ Series: Highland Heirs Publish Date: September 27, 2016 THE AUTHOR Paula Quinn is a New York Times bestselling author and a sappy romantic moved by music, beautiful words, and the sight of a really nice pen. She lives in New York with her three beautiful children, six over-protective chihuahuas, and three adorable parrots. She loves to read romance and science fiction and has been writing since she was eleven. She's a faithful believer in God and thanks Him daily for all the blessings in her life. She loves all things medieval, but it is her love for Scotland that pulls at her heartstrings. To date, four of her books have garnered Starred reviews from Publishers Weekly. She has been nominated as Historical Storyteller of the Year by RT Book Reviews, and all the books in her MacGregor and Children of the Mist series have received Top Picks from RT Book Reviews. Her work has also been honored as Amazons Best of the Year in Romance, and in 2008 she won the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence for Historical Romance. Visit her website and on Facebook . #AuthorInterview #HistoricalRomance #HighlandRomance

THE BOOK The League of Rogues, Book Four A READER'S OPINION Lauren Smith has done it again! A real page turner! Lauren Smith's series, The League of Rogues , is so much fun to read! I just love her books and her style of writing. Her 4th story, Wicked Rivals , is a must to read if you love historical romances filled with passion and intrigue! It's a story of betrayal, forgiveness and trust. Previously, I really enjoyed Godric, Lucien and Cedric in their own stories, and this time the author really pulled me into Ashton and Rosalind's story. It was fun and refreshing to discover a heroine who was a business woman in charge of an empire for that period of time. Rosalind is an intelligent young widow, and she really knows what she wants in life. However, when it concerns Ashton she looses all her willpower. Ashton, a member of the infamous League of Rogues, is her rival in business and will do anything to gain power over her. And, Rosalind has no place for a second marriage, and doesn't trust men, especially this devilish lord who has a big ego. Ashton, too, doesn't want to be leg-shackled. However, his mother Regina really wants to match her son to a woman like Rosalind. So, Ashton proposes a deal to Rosalind, a proposition that she cannot refuse. But, while being together and playing seduction games, sparks will flare and ignite a sizzling passion! They are perfect for each other if they ever stop competing against each other. Beautiful hot chemistry between Ashton and Rosalind! In Wicked Rivals we meet again characters from her previous books and the women who caught their hearts! The League of Rogues are six famous men with resources like money and power who are not afraid of scandal! They are so much fun to follow! I devoured this book! This series is truly addictive . . . well for me it is! Reviewer's Rating : 5 Stars | Content Rating : 5 Hearts | Reviewed by : Nicole Laverdure BUY AT AMAZON | VIEW OUR RATING SYSTEM BOOK SYNOPSIS A LORD WITH LEGENDARY CONTROL… Merciless and powerful, Ashton Lennox is a wealthy man because he puts business before everything else, especially love. As a member of the infamous League of Rogues, he’s no stranger to scandal. His bedroom conquests are as legendary as his fortune. As he searches for a way to bring down an old enemy bent on destroying the lives of his friends, the last thing he needs is a Scottish widow getting in his way. A FIERY WOMAN WHO WON’T BACK DOWN… The daughter of a Scottish lord with a dark and treacherous past, Rosalind Melbourne has spent years distancing from her past. After escaping her tyrannical father and marrying an aging English lord, she has become a powerful widow with a business empire at her command. Her business dealings are everything to her, leaving her no time for love. Especially not with her business rival Ashton, a man with a scandalous reputation as striking as his blue eyes. A GAME OF WITS TURNS TO A GAME OF SEDUCTION… Ashton is fascinated by the strong-willed, intelligent and sensual lady who, up until now, had outsmarted him at every turn. Rosalind wishes she could deny she is falling for the brooding, handsome baron. How can she possibly trust him when doing so could cost her what she values most—her freedom? When Ashton discovers Rosalind might hold the key to saving the League of Rogues, he knows he will do anything to woo his wicked lass. As their pasts return to haunt them and dark forces rise to keep them from exposing a deadly spymaster, their game of love turns to a game of survival… Warning: This book includes a brooding baron who’s wild in bed, a crafty Scottish lass who never knows when to quit, a wicked game of strip chess, and a merry band of rogues whose first instinct is to run they hear wedding bells ring. Series: The League of Rogues (Book 4) Genre: Historical Romance Print Length: 369 pages Publication Date: October 17, 2016 Format Read : E-Book | Source: Provided by the author or publisher. VIEW FTC DISCLAIMER REGARDING BOOK REVIEWS Receive our weekly roundup of posts, reviews, interviews, and special deals directly in your inbox. Delivered once a week—no spam . #AReadersOpinion #HistoricalRomance #5Stars

Congratulations to Paula Quinn, author of A Highlander's Christmas Kiss , winner of the September 2016 Readers' Choice Cover Contest. Head on over to check out the cover finalists for October . Voting opens 10.01.16! #CoverContestWinner #HighlandRomance #HistoricalRomance

THE BOOK Highland Bodyguards, Book Two A READER'S OPINION Spellbinding Scottish tale! This is the first time that I've read a book by Emma Prince, and I truly enjoyed her second story, Heart's Thief, in the Highland Bodyguards series. I had so much fun reading this fantastic tale! Ms. Prince nicely blended fiction and fact! She created a Scottish adventure, added two likeable main characters, and a dash of intrigue and romance! Et voilà, Heart's Thief ! This story is about political intrigue, betrayal, suspense and of course, a touch of romance! What happens when a sexy highlander meets a bewitching female thief? Remember, this happens in Scotland where anything magical can happen! To forget a past betrayal, Colin now devotes his life for the cause of Scottish freedom. Sent by Robert the Bruce, Colin is chosen for a delicate mission: find a spy who is intercepting Bruce's missives and by doing so, helping the enemy. Colin suddenly discovers that this spy is none other than an intriguing woman thief! Sabine has been a thief most of her life and is under the supervision of Fabian, a very manipulating man. What will happen to her? Having been betrayed once, Colin is not about to lower the walls that protect his heart! But can he resist Sabine's bewitching charm? Still under Fabian’s control, she will do anything to please him, even spy for him. However, Colin will fall under her spell and decide to help her in any way he can. Will she get a second chance? Will they choose loyalty or love? I haven't read her first book in this series, but didn't have any problem reading Heart's Thief as a stand alone novel! A fascinating, fast paced, and intriguing adventure to recommend! Reviewer's Rating : 5 Stars | Content Rating : 5 Hearts | Reviewed by : Nicole Laverdure BUY AT AMAZON | VIEW OUR RATING SYSTEM BOOK SYNOPSIS A dangerous mission… Although Colin MacKay is thought a charmer, he hides an old wound behind his quick smile and dancing blue eyes. To ease the pain of a past betrayal, he has devoted his life to the cause for Scottish freedom. When King Robert the Bruce fears his strategic communications have been compromised, he sends Colin on a crucial mission: ferret out the spy and deliver an urgent missive to the King’s brother. When Colin discovers that the deceptively enchanting Sabine has been intercepting the King’s correspondence, he holds her captive until he can deliver his missive and hand her over to the King’s judgement. But detaining the sable-haired beauty proves far more dangerous when lust flares hot between them. A deadly game of seduction… Sabine has known only the life of a thief. Scooped from the streets as an orphan child, she thinks of the man who saved her as a father, though his dark moods and cruel manipulations keep her frightened of being abandoned again. Under his tutelage, she learns that with a suggestive smile or a heart-wrenching tale, she can lower men’s guards just long enough to steal their secrets. But when she is sent to seduce a handsome, golden-maned Highlander bearing a message from the Bruce, soon she cannot tell who is playing whom, or if it is a game at all. Colin’s searing touch crumbles the walls around her heart, forcing Sabine to realize that her loyalty to her boss may come with a price—her life. When unseen forces threaten to tear their world apart, Sabine and Colin must choose between duty, loyalty, and love to save themselves—and each other. Print Length: 295 pages Publication Date: September 29, 2016 Format Read : E-Book | Source: Provided by the author or publisher. VIEW FTC DISCLAIMER REGARDING BOOK REVIEWS Receive our weekly roundup of posts, reviews, interviews, and special deals directly in your inbox. Delivered once a week—no spam . #AReadersOpinion #HistoricalRomance #HighlandRomance #5Stars

THE BOOK Ladies and Scoundrels, Book Three A READER'S OPINION Amanda Mariel knows how to deliver a heartwarming and sensual love story! Lady Claudia Ackford has not been lucky in love! She's been tricked into marriage and denied the man she's loved. Lord Luvington has been physically and emotionally abused, and Lady Claudia hasn't lived a normal life since she married the man she calls husband. FREE! She's finally free after years shackled to the devil! She's celebrating by getting intoxicated. If only she can get over the scandal that follows her since that fateful day she barrelled into Lord and Lady Luvington's townhouse declaring her love for him! Widowed, she chooses to live a life of her own choosing and that means only one thing She.Will.Never.Marry! She doesn't need a husband . . . though perhaps a lover. Lord Henry Shillinton is not quite the rogue, slightly clumsy, the quiet type with smouldering eyes that tempt you to sin. The Luvingtons are his friends and after Lady Luvington helped him get over a rejected suit, he can't betray her. Claudia knew she shouldn't have drank that much until she realized the wall she stumbled upon is a man. Ever the gentleman, Henry can't leave a damsel in distress he accompanies her in the garden. The connection is instantaneous after the scorching kiss Claudia bestows upon his lips! Henry realizes that the sensuous lips and kiss belong to the notorious, scandalous Lady Claudia Akford! Their connection is strong enough between them to warrant her his friendship, but it can never be more. The friendship blossoms into something more, but can Claudia let go of her past? He can't seem to let her go for she's gotten under his skin. He knows she's been hurt and he's willing to wait for her forever, but he can't accept her offer to be his mistress. Henry has a secret that could destroy everything, but is he willing to reveal it to Claudia? Or will the scandal that follows her be the ending of everything that could be theirs? Follow Henry and Claudia as they navigate their emotional hurts, for in the end of their struggles is the prize! Reviewer's Rating : 4 1/2 Stars | Content Rating : 3 Hearts | Reviewed by : Maria Rose Dariotis BUY AT AMAZON | VIE W OUR RATING SYSTEM BOOK SYNOPSIS She never wanted him… Ruined by scandal, Claudia Akford survived years of marriage to a cruel brute. Widowed, she is determined to regain her standing in society, but Lord Shillington personifies temptation. Kind and gentle, yet masculine and sinfully handsome, he would make the perfect lover, but he wants more than she is willing to give. He needed her… While Henry Shillington knows a little of the beautiful but notorious Lady Claudia Akford, he is struck by her kindhearted, accomplished, and witty demeanor. The more time he spends in her company, the more he dreams of a future with her. But the lady resists his honorable overtures, and a mistress will never do for him. Can two wary people overcome past hurts, an old scandal, and social strictures to embrace true love? Print Length: 149 pages Publication Date: May 31, 2016 Format Read : E-Book | Source: Provided by the author or publisher. VIEW FTC DISCLAIMER REGARDING BOOK REVIEWS Receive our weekly roundup of posts, reviews, interviews, and special deals directly in your inbox. Delivered once a week—no spam . #AReadersOpinion #HistoricalRomance #412Stars

THE BOOK Can Philip trust in his newfound faith to lead the way? A READER'S OPINION Heartwarming western novella! A Mountain Man's Redemption is the second book that I read by author Christi Corbett! Set during the 1880’s period in Montana Territory, this short story is well paced to keep your interest, well written, and filled with lots of emotion! In this book you will follow Philip and Hannah's journey into Montana Territory. Philip is a man who prefers his solitude by living in the wilderness and fur trapping. Several years have passed now, and he is ready to accept his destiny. But when he discovers a young woman with her infant son who was battered by her husband, he will offer his help. Is there hope for this young mother? Along their journey to safety, she will start to trust him and share her secret, but Philip has his secrets, too. What will happen next? This story is about trust, hope, and faith, which all make it a very touching story! Christi Corbett is a talented storyteller and a very descriptive writer. Her stories are heartwarming and filled with strong emotions! If you don't mind the subject of battered women, then I recommend this story to you! Reviewer's Rating : 4 Stars | Content Rating : 0 Hearts | Reviewed by : Nicole Laverdure BUY AT AMAZON | VIEW OUR RATING SYSTEM BOOK SYNOPSIS Eighteen years ago, Philip Grant—overcome with regret for what he couldn’t foresee and memories of what he couldn’t prevent—abandoned all to live the solitary life of a fur trapper. Years spent roaming ridgelines and riverbanks in Montana Territory left his body weary and his confidence weak, so he decides to turn in his last bundle of furs and await the inevitable in a cabin. Alone. Then a body-shaped lump wrapped in a quilt changes everything. Philip discovers a battered woman and her infant son, on the run from a ruthless abuser with a penchant for whiskey. Seventy miles of snow-covered mountain peaks and windswept flatlands stand between them and safety—the woman’s aunt’s house. Can Philip trust in his newfound faith to lead the way? *Content Warning: Domestic Violence/Abuse* Print Length: 129 pages Publication Date: October 16, 2015 Format Read : E-Book | Source: Provided by the author or publisher. VIEW FTC DISCLAIMER REGARDING BOOK REVIEWS Receive our weekly roundup of posts, reviews, interviews, and special deals directly in your inbox. Delivered once a week—no spam . #AReadersOpinion #HistoricalWesternRomance #ChristmasBook

THE BOOK The Highland Moon Series, Book 4 A READER'S OPINION Lady Kila Murray's life is in danger . . . a woman betrothed with one man in love with another! Accepting the betrothal to Laird Colin Monro that her father had arranged before his death, she accepts wanting to honour his last wish. Left with her uncle and his wife, her evil step mother, Lady Verona, and her cruel brother, they are the only people to call family. She sets forth on the journey to her new husband and home—Whitestag Castle. Fate has other plans for Kila . . . a brawny handsome highlander named Duncan MacDonald! One kiss and his fate was sealed. Duncan knew he shouldn't have kissed the voluptuous beauty! He has been given the task to escort the beautiful Lady Kila to her betrothed. How can he hand her over to another man when his heart beats for her! Coveting another man's soon-to-be wife is sinful, but just like their kiss, it feels so right. The plot thickens when one attempt after another is made on her life and not one suspect is in sight! With her life in peril bringing them closer, keeping her from harm's way becomes his mission, and he vows to keep her safe even at the risk to his life! Can Duncan find the villain attempting to kill Kila before they succeed? Can they convince Colin to void the marriage contract without an all out clan war? Wonderful story with enough twists to keep the pages turning! Reviewer's Rating : 4 Stars | Content Rating : 4 Hearts | Reviewed by : Maria Rose BUY AT AMAZON | VIEW OUR RATING SYSTEM BOOK SYNOPSIS Lady Kila Murray learns her father, before his untimely death, betrothed her to Laird Colin Monro, a man she had previously met and thought to be most attractive. She agrees to the marriage and is soon on her way to Whitestag Castle to wed. While staying at an inn, she is kept from being trampled to death by a handsome Highlander, Duncan MacDonell. She is quite taken with her rescuer, and cannot push him from her thoughts. Unbeknownst to Kila, Lady Verona Murray, her devious young stepmother, poisoned Kila's father, and is now bent on doing away with Kila anyway she can—as she has fallen in love with Laird Monro herself—and the only way to have him is to get rid of her stepdaughter, leaving the path to the altar open for herself. While on his way to see the Earl of Riverglen, Duncan MacDonell ends up rescuing the beautiful and enticing Lady Kila Murray, for whom he has an undeniable attraction. Finding himself alone with the desirable lass, he ends up kissing her—which was the wrong thing to do—for now he can't get her out of his mind. Thinking he'll most likely never see Kila again, he is surprised when the earl asks him to escort her to Whitestag Castle and hand her over to her betrothed. Duncan soon finds himself in love with Kila, and realizes he'd rather die than see her married to Monro. Print Length: 219 pages Publication Date: August 31, 2016 Format Read : E-Book | Source: Provided by the author or publisher. VIEW FTC DISCLAIMER REGARDING BOOK REVIEWS Receive our weekly roundup of posts, reviews, interviews, and special deals directly in your inbox. Delivered once a week—no spam . #AReadersOpinion #HighlandRomance #HistoricalRomance