![]() She sucked in a sharp breath, tensing as the water level rose, announcing her husband’s presence. Wrapping her in his arms, he snuggled her soft body closer, until she was cocooned within his embrace. Her silky head fit perfectly beneath his chin. She murmured something intelligible and scooted closer to him, then nestled her head in the crook of his arm. Lowering himself until his head rested on the same pillow she slept upon, he lay watching her sleep. She shoved it back into place but the moment she removed her hand, it flopped over once again. It hung askew off the side of her head, like a giant, drooping peony. Peeking at him from beneath her lashes, she reached to straighten her bonnet. There is an undeniable chemistry between them and watching them negotiate the rocky patches in their relationship made for a pleasurable read. I enjoyed seeing Yvette discover that her wealth need not be a burden but a way she could not only help Ewan’s people but also Ewan.Įwan and Yvette are an engaging couple and their romance is funny, emotional, romantic and, at times, steamy. I understand why she is so wary of Ewan’s motives for entering into the “fake” betrothal, fears which only seem to be ratified when she discovers how Ewan has tricked her. She is determined to live her own life, marrying only for love to a husband of her choice. Her wealth is something of a millstone because she always fears that her suitors have more interest in her money than herself. She certainly has spirit not to mention “ a gun in her valise and a blade in her reticule“! Though well-educated, strong-willed and independent, she has an air of vulnerability. Yvette had to deal with lot – the mysterious deaths of her parents, her equally mysterious riding accident and her step-brother’s attempted abductions, culminating in her escape to England. He also willingly acknowledges how much he regrets betraying Yvette’s trust and I could feel the uncertainty he endures not knowing what her decision might be regarding the future of their marriage. I understood why his fear of losing Yvette compels him to conceal the truth about their marriage and I felt he genuinely thinks he is doing his best to protect Yvette from the ever-present danger. It was also refreshing to see him in love with a reluctant Yvette rather than the more common scenario of the heroine hopelessly in love with the hero. I loved Ewan’s playful nature and wit but also how strong, protective, caring and loyal he is. This was Collette Cameron’s debut novel and the first book in her Castle Brides series. ![]() Which I do not think was what the author was striving for.īoth this book and its sequel have remarkably high ratings, so if you like Highlander stories these might be worth a try. So, I was distracted by all of the "achs" and "dinnaes" and "yees," but, when the French villainess told the heroine that "E keeled my brother," and "Eet was peetch black dat night," well I laughed out loud. Witness the success of Jennifer Ashley's Highland Pleasures series, where the Mackenzies have only the slightest hint of an accent. Frankly, I do not believe that it's necessary to write a Scottish accent for a Scots hero. I realize that this is a matter of taste among aficionados of Highlander romances, but in this case I firmly believe that less is better. I liked the hero and heroine and found them to be engaging and fairly believable.īut - here is what kept this from being a four-star book for me: the accents were over the top. The characterization is quite good, and the author did a very nice job with a variety of secondary characters, especially the odious Mrs. There is romance, adventure, angst, and humor, and the plot moves along briskly from London to the Scottish Highlands. I'd give this debut author a 3.5 for writing a good, but not great, book. Join Collette's VIP Reader Club: bit.ly/TheRegencyRoseGiftīe the first to know the latest news, contests, releases, and enter her giveaways! Visit to enter her world of witty and inspiring historical romance. With over 60 books published and multiple writing awards, Collette infuses her captivating historical romances with a touch of humor, inspiration, and the occasional appearance of dogs and birds. Sign up for her mailing list at /TheRegencyRoseGift for free gifts, entertaining newsletters, and the chance to participate in book news, giveaways, and contests. Stay up-to-date on Collette’s latest releases and sales by following her on Amazon and BookBub. Her focus on Scottish and Regency settings, featuring rogues and rapscallions as well as intelligent heroines, has earned her accolades from both readers and reviewers. Collette Cameron®, USA Todaybestselling author, creates Sweet-to-Spicy Timeless Romance® tales that are both "witty" and "impossible to top".
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