There is plenty of background story to flesh it out and even though the story goes between two time points it is still easy to follow. The history is rich and from page one as a reader you are thrown into the political turmoil of the late 18th and early 19th Century Scotland and England. “Another outstanding historical novel!….I love the fierce but very real characters that May McGoldrick brings to life through her books and Maisie, Fiona and Niall are no exception. Weaving real historical events with fiction with such a deft touch the lines blur into insignificance, there are history lessons blended with a wonderful romance in every story.” I have every confidence they’ll manage it in some satisfying but unexpected way, though, because honestly this pair of authors are some of the best you’re going to find writing historical romance today.

“I still can’t quite see, given the historical context of the time, how Cinead and Isabella can get any sort of satisfyingly happy ending considering the impressive forces arrayed against them (and the fact that I know very well he didn’t get to be King of Scotland :P) but I can’t wait to read the third book in the series, Highland Sword, to find out how May McGoldrick manage to wrap this all up. I was completely swept away, and I couldn't have loved it more.” And oh, what a romance! Maisie is so sweet, so perfect for Niall, and oh boy is he worthy of more than a few swoons! An love story for the ages, to be sure, yet it also felt like these were everyday people that we'd be friends with in real life. Still the same all-consuming historical detail that requires frequent reality checks to make sure you're still in the 21st Century, but this one was a little more sweetly focused on the romance. “Fantastic historical romance! As much as I loved Book 1, Highland Crown, I have to admit I love this one more. The story line was interesting, and the characters were complex and rich with life. It had all the essential elements that make for a great, historical romance read. “This was an absolutely-delightful, romantic romp through the Highlands. I was a simple bystander to one of the greatest stories I have ever had the pleasure of reading.

They did what had to be done with no thoughts as to how what might happen to themselves. They were both courageous, strong, and loyal to their causes. These two characters were so well matched in every way. From the second I started reading I surrendered my heart to Maisie and Niall. May McGoldrick does it again and it's even better then the last.

Highland jewel by may mcgoldrick