Laura H. (MamaHendo3) - , reviewed on 1/30/2011 + 40 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 2

This is my first book by this author and I must admit I almost quit reading it. It's historical fiction with a little bit of romance but so little I wouldn't classify it as a historical romance. I felt the story was very slow for about the first 100 pages, which is why I almost gave up on it, but I think it was because there were so many characters introduced due to the historical backdrop and if you aren't familiar with 18th century Scottish history and language it was a bit overwhelming at times. But I stuck with it and am glad I did! The author even included a Scottish glossary in the back of the book which was a tremendous help. Once I got the setting and the characters figured out, it was a very entertaining story -- a story of a prominent Scottish family choosing the "wrong side" and the fallout from their choice. Of particular interest to me was the author's use of my maiden name for one of the characters. My maiden name is not that common here in the States but apparently quite common for Scotland. It was a thrill to see the Grassie name in print. For those with a fondness for 18th century Scotland and its war with England, I highly recommend this book. I plan to read others by this author and have them on my TBR list.

Story = B+
Romance = B+
Originality = A
Characters = A-
BOOK = A-

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