I love the emotion in this book! Keeley, warrior. Here you have middle brother Alaric McCabe, who agreed to marry the heiress of clan McDonald in book 1. Lovely set of books. Three in all about three brothers Read two so far both excellent. Miraculously, his life is saved by the soft touch of a Highland angel, a courageous beauty who will put to the test his fealty to his clan, his honor, and his deepest desires. A warm, soothing buzz flowed through his veins and lulled him. I was brought to tears twice & have never cried reading any book, Do you have to read the first book to understand the second? Heat Factor: light-the-bed-on-fire sex all over the place, Character Chemistry: It was probably a combination of the sex and the angst, but it totally worked, Overall: Dont like the trope, liked the book. It shamed him that he was as weak as a newborn kitten. The book that I can just read without thinking or guessing too much. Wiping her hands down her skirts, she eyed the sleeping warrior and then decided that the best way to monitor his condition was to sleep right where shed done so before. But as conspiracy and danger circle closer, Alaric must make an impossible choice: Will he betray his blood ties for the woman he loves? By clicking Sign Up, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to Penguin Random House's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. OMG OMG OMG!!! Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. We firmly believe that there is a romance novel out there for every taste, and we want to help you find it. Shes strong, independent and has a good heart. Her taste filled his mouth, slid over his tongue like smooth honey. As a heavy reader I sometimes get "burned out" with more of the same and find myself longing for a book to shock my senses like Alaric's plunge into the loch. Just go with the flow. But on his way to claim the hand of Rionna McDonald, daughter of a neighboring chieftain, he is ambushed and left for dead. Youve overtaxed yourself, warrior, she reprimanded in a husky voice. The King himself demands the alliance. Maya Banks, the New York Times bestselling author of romance and romantic suspense has captivated readers with her steamy Scottish historical novels, perfect for fans of Julie Garwood. Soft lips brushed over his brow, lingering at his temple. I find it doesnt hurt so much when youre near.. I spent so much time being resentful and lamenting the circumstances of my life, but tis true that I wouldnt change a single thing because then I would have never known your love., Did anyone else cry in this book? //