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A Kiss of Fate
Author: Mary Jo Putney

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Publisher: Ivy Books
Book Type: Paperback
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ISBN-13: 9780345449177 - ISBN-10: 0345449177
Publication Date: 8/2005
Pages: 416


Other Versions of this Book: Hardcover, Hardcover

Book Description:
Laird of an ancient Scottish clan, Duncan MacRae also possesses the secret powers of the Guardians— -- humans with mystical abilities to control nature's forces and see into the hearts of others. Duncan has sworn to use his abilities for the greater good, but duty is eclipsed when he meets the dazzling, independent English widow Gwyneth Owens. Though Gwynne's father was a Guardian, she believes that she has inherited only her mother's beauty, not her father's power. Then one kiss from the dangerously alluring Duncan ignites a passion that shakes her to the soul—and reveals a looming catastrophe that threatens both their nations. Only by becoming Duncan's wife, and ultimately betraying the man she loves, can she avert disaster. As fate casts them onto opposing sides, Gwynne and Duncan must push their powers and passions beyond the most forbidden limits if they are to save their love—and secure the future.

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Top Member Book Reviews

Barbara F. wrote on 5/2/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Great book! Great author!

Nicole M. wrote on 5/1/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

I really enjoyed this book. I couldn't put it down!

Debra B. (dburge64) wrote on 4/20/2007...

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Review from Publishers Weekly
Love and magic prove to be comfortable bedfellows in this enchanting mid-18th-century romance from Putney (A Twist of Fate; The Bartered Bride), which launches a new series focused on the Guardians, a group of English and Scottish folk who possess supernatural powers. Gwynne Owens, daughter of an English Guardian, has grown up as a scholar of the group's lore, though she has few powers of her own. An early, platonic marriage left her a wealthy widow, and though she values her independence, she finds it hard to resist her attraction to Duncan Macrae, a Scottish mage who is adept at manipulating the weather. As Duncan aggressively courts Gwynne, the winds of war between England and Scotland grow stronger, along with the Guardian council's sense that a catastrophe is imminent. Gwynne eventually marries Duncan, but when the uprising of Bonnie Prince Charlie occurs, she realizes she must betray her husband, who has aligned himself with his countrymen. Putney plays out the consequences of their decisions until the very end, keeping readers enthralled all the way up to the inevitable coming together of hero and heroine. Their final love scene is a touch trite, but overall, Putney does a fine job of weaving magical elements together with actual historical events to create a rich, romantic tapestry.

Sherri B. (SherriB61) wrote on 12/10/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Duncan Macrae, a Scottish laird with secred powers is dazzled when he meets the English widow, Gwyneth Owens. It is only after their first kiss that Gwyneth realizes she has mystical powers similar to her father, and she and Duncan are destined to marry.

Shannon D. (citrine0704) wrote on 10/18/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Historical romance with some paranormal aspects. First in a trilogy.

Wendy L. wrote on 9/10/2006...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Thoroughly enjoyed this mix of fantasy and romance.


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Kay (haggisinde) wrote on 7/21/2009...


Great Paranormal by a great author. It is worth the read

Barbara H. wrote on 4/28/2009...


Book was ok. Not my favorite

Arlene H. (Marlor1949) wrote on 2/7/2007...


Gwynne and Duncan are fated to meet and through all trials show that love can triumph even over differences of opinions.

Joan A. K. (Jak) wrote on 11/10/2006...


Romantic fantasy fun.

Colleen H. (senhi) wrote on 10/30/2006...


I loved it. Great Can hardly wait to get the second book in the series

Mollie G. (amethystlover) wrote on 9/6/2006...


Fantasy mixed with historical romance. Very good read.

Susan P. (sewpie) wrote on 6/15/2006...


Typical Mary Jo Putney. I liked the paranormal features of this book and I understand she has recently written another Guardian title.

Emily B. (koreanprincess24) wrote on 11/8/2005...


Another great book, but this author

Pam B. (PamelaK) wrote on 9/30/2005...


1750's Scottish romance with some paranormal stuff thrown in (he can change the weather; she becomes an enchantress)


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