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The year 1296 sees Julian Challon eager for peace after fighting the bloody wars for England's king. The black dragon knight wants nothing more than a home, a wife, children. He arrives in Scotland weary of battle, weary of Longshanks demands. Yet, he's determined to claim the lands held by the McShane sisters - lands awarded to him for service to the crown. He wants to raise strong sons and forget the haunting memories of past sufferings. He doesn't expect to meet a fiery Scottish lass who threatens his sanity. He doesn't expect to find love.
For the spirited Tamlyn, Countess of Glenrogha, the black knight's coming was foretold, her second-sight sees this, but she's caught off guard by the knight's commanding presence and her world spins off its axis. She doesn't want to surrender her home or herself to him, but their mutual desire is beyond controlling.
Their love grows and matures amidst upheaval. However, in each other they find a peace and contentment that only the other can give.
This debut medieval novel by author DeborahAnne MacGillivray is a delight to read. I was capitvated from the first page. The author's talent weaves a believable story with engaging characters and an intriguing plot that keeps the reader wanting more. MacGillivray has a wonderful grasp of medieval Scotland, easily transporting the reader into the era. I enjoyed the author's subtle switch between humour and drama. The main characters were well supported by stand-out secondary characters, (including an appearance from William Wallace), who all deserve books of their own!
I highly recommend this book to all those who enjoy great writing and wonderful storytelling.
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This brilliant anthology has that unique ability to make you feel good. Firstly, the reader feels pleased that just by buying the book she is doing good, as all profits go to breast cancer research. However, secondly, and more importantly, the reader is given a thoroughly diverse group of short stories to enjoy - all written by some talented authors!
If you buy this book you will laugh and smile and nod your head in complete understanding as a whole bunch of true-to-life characters take you on some very crazy but always entertaining journeys!
Everyone should have a copy of this book!
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A Restless Knight (Zebra Debut) by Deborah Macgillivray
AnneWhitfield46, May 3, 2006
The year 1296 sees Julian Challon eager for peace after fighting the bloody wars for England's king. The black dragon knight wants nothing more than a home, a wife, children. He arrives in Scotland weary of battle, weary of Longshanks demands. Yet, he's determined to claim the lands held by the McShane sisters - lands awarded to him for service to the crown. He wants to raise strong sons and forget the haunting memories of past sufferings. He doesn't expect to meet a fiery Scottish lass who threatens his sanity. He doesn't expect to find love.For the spirited Tamlyn, Countess of Glenrogha, the black knight's coming was foretold, her second-sight sees this, but she's caught off guard by the knight's commanding presence and her world spins off its axis. She doesn't want to surrender her home or herself to him, but their mutual desire is beyond controlling.
Their love grows and matures amidst upheaval. However, in each other they find a peace and contentment that only the other can give.
This debut medieval novel by author DeborahAnne MacGillivray is a delight to read. I was capitvated from the first page. The author's talent weaves a believable story with engaging characters and an intriguing plot that keeps the reader wanting more. MacGillivray has a wonderful grasp of medieval Scotland, easily transporting the reader into the era. I enjoyed the author's subtle switch between humour and drama. The main characters were well supported by stand-out secondary characters, (including an appearance from William Wallace), who all deserve books of their own!
I highly recommend this book to all those who enjoy great writing and wonderful storytelling.
(29 of 33 readers found this comment helpful)
No Law Against Love by Cissy Hassell
AnneWhitfield46, May 3, 2006
This brilliant anthology has that unique ability to make you feel good. Firstly, the reader feels pleased that just by buying the book she is doing good, as all profits go to breast cancer research. However, secondly, and more importantly, the reader is given a thoroughly diverse group of short stories to enjoy - all written by some talented authors!If you buy this book you will laugh and smile and nod your head in complete understanding as a whole bunch of true-to-life characters take you on some very crazy but always entertaining journeys!
Everyone should have a copy of this book!
(6 of 11 readers found this comment helpful)