Showing posts with label Sue-Ellen Welfonder. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sue-Ellen Welfonder. Show all posts
Sunday, July 24, 2011

Reviews & Giveaway x 3 - Forever Historical Romance Blog Tour




Series: Children of the Mist #3
Author: Paula Quinn
Available: Now
Reading Level: Adult

My thoughts: 

This is a series I absolutely adore. After literally devouring the first two books in the matter of days, the long wait for Connor and Mairi’s story was torture, but oh so worth it. Paula Quinn’s writing stayed true to the swoon worthy romances I’d enjoyed so much in the first two books of this series, Ravished by a Highlander and Seduced by a Highlander. I adored the main characters, and also enjoyed the secondary characters immensely. The plot also featured a nice mix of mystery and political intrigue. I don’t usually enjoy political elements, but it works well in this series without being overwhelming. The ending was stellar and has left me pining for Colin’s story. This is an author and series you don’t want to miss!

Books in this series:

Ravished by a HighlanderSeduced by a Highlander (Children of the Mist)Tamed by a Highlander




Series: The Daughter’s of Erin #3
Author: Laurel McKee
Available: Now
Reading Level: Adult

My thoughts:

I had difficulties getting into Lady of Seduction initially simply because I hadn’t read the two earlier books in this series. It was apparent main characters, Grant and Caroline, had a tempestuous history I was not privy to. The author did try to highlight events from earlier books, but unfortunately I found I did myself a serious disservice by diving into this series with the final book. This was in no way the fault of the author. Thankfully the amazingly developed characters and beautifully creepy setting caught my interest and kept me reading. This was another historical romance with a healthy dose of political intrigue and seriously troublesome villains. It also featured a very passionate romance with some very erotic scenes. Not what I usually expect from this genre, but it worked perfectly to highlight the intensity of Grant and Caroline’s connection. I’d wholeheartedly recommend this series, but please read in order. You’ll thank me later ;)

Books in this series:

Countess of Scandal (The Daughters of Erin)Duchess of Sin (Daughters of Erin)Lady of Seduction (Daughters of Erin)


Series: Highland Warriors #2
Author: Sue-Ellen Welfonder
Available: 8/1/11
Reading Level: Adult

My thoughts:

Temptation of a Highland Scoundrel takes us back to the beautiful Glen of Many Legends. I fell in love with the world Sue-Ellen Welfonder created when this series debuted earlier this year. In the first book of this trilogy the sisters of the chieftains of three rival clans vow to woo and marry a man from the rival clan to help keep peace in their lands. This installment explores the unconventional romance of Kendrew Mackintosh and Isobel Cameron. Both are unlike any character I’ve encountered in the historical romance genre. Kendrew portrays himself as quite the mad man until the lovely Isobel gets under his skin. I truly admired Isobel’s moxie and go get ‘em attitude. This is a romance for anyone who enjoys watching two stubborn and strong-willed individuals losing themselves to love.

My absolute favorite thing about this trilogy is it features not only knee weakening romances, but also an intriguing mix of legends and ghost stories.  I can’t resist the pull to a book set in a beautiful historical setting when it is paired with a healthy dose of fantasy. Sue-Ellen Welfonder’s fascinating trilogy is just that!

Books in this series:

Sins of a Highland Devil (Highland Warriors 1)Temptation of a Highland Scoundrel (Highland Warriors 2)

Giveaway Details:

I also have 3 sets of Tamed by a Highlander, Lady of Seduction, and Temptation of a Highland Scoundrel up for grabs courtesy of Hachette Book Group.

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Friday, January 21, 2011

Review & Giveaway: Sins of a Highland Devil by Sue-Ellen Welfonder



Title: Sins of a Highland Devil
Series: Highland Devils #1
Author: Sue-Ellen Welfonder
Available: Now
Genre: Historical Romance
Reading Level: Adult


4 out of 5 Stars












Description from Goodreads:


The first book in the Highland Warriors trilogy, in which three heroes make a pact to insure that a rival clan does not take over their Glen of Many Legends. At the same time, three women plot to marry these heroes to ensure peace.


In SINS OF A HIGHLAND DEVIL, James Cameron is concerned when the King's decree states all three neighboring clans must have a battle to the death in order to lay official claim to the scared Glen of Many Legends. James attempts to make a pact with the heads of the other clans to fight this decree. But he ends up fighting his own fierce desire when coming head-to-head with Lady Catriona of the opposing MacDonald clan, who has her own plan for peace.



My thoughts:


Sins of a Highland Devil begins the story of three clans, The Camerons, The MacDonalds, and the Mackintoshes, forced by the King to battle for rights to the Glen of Many Legends after the heiress to the land passed leaving no testament of who will inherit. Until this point things have been mostly amicable among the clans. James Cameron, chief of the Cameron clan, finds himself falling for Lady Catriona MacDonald, sister of the chief of the MacDonald clan. The feelings they have intensify, but both know a marriage between them can’t work because they come from rival clans, and the battle for the land they both call home is looming. 


This is a fantastic start to a new series. A delightful mix of romance and fantasy. Both the main and secondary characters are well developed, and truly a pleasure to spend time with. The author has an amazingly descriptive style of writing. I was impressed that she wrote the romantic rendezvous and blood drenched battles with equal passion and narrative. I felt as if I was standing among the Highlanders on the Glen of Many Legends. The ghost story that played out over the course of the plot was a nice addition. 


As far as main characters are concerned, James and Catriona are top notch. Catriona’s embodies such a large amount of sass and fire. I loved her passion for life. The sexual tension between the two love birds was intense. James was kind without sacrificing the strength and power that goes along with being a Highlander. Such amazing characters! I’ve also developed a little crush on James’s cousin Colin. As if I needed another book boyfriend ;) I hope we see more of him as this series continues. This is a series I can’t wait for more of. I’d recommend this to fans of historical romance and ill-fated love.





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I also have 3 copies of Sins of a Highland Devil up for grabs courtesy of Hachette Book Group!

Rules:

Open to residents of the US & Canada
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Winners are subject to the one copy per household rule
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Comments will not count as an entry, but are always appreciated :)
Ends 2/5