Synopsis: In
bestselling author Vanessa Kelly’s irresistible Clan Kendrick series,
Christmas in the Highlands means family, celebration—and for one
brother, the beginning of a passionate adventure . . .
Being
thrown over by the man she expected to marry was humiliating enough.
Now that Donella Haddon, grandniece of the Earl of Riddick, has also
proven a failure as a nun, she has no choice but to return to her
family’s estate. The brawny Highlander sent to escort her is brash,
handsome, and the only thing standing between Donella and a gang of
would-be kidnappers. But the scandal in her past can’t be so easily
outrun . . .
Wealthy
widower Logan Kendrick was expecting to meet a plain, pious
spinster—not a gorgeous, sharp-tongued lass who can hold her own in any
ambush. Though she’s known as the Flower of Clan Graham, Donella is no
shrinking violet. In fact, she might be the perfect woman to bring
happiness back to his lonely little son’s life, just in time for
Christmas. But first he must protect her from ugly gossip and a
mysterious threat—and convince her that their wild, unexpected desire is
heaven sent.
My Thoughts: I loved this book so much! I am a huge fan of romance novels centered around the holidays but this book was so much better than the usual holiday stories I've read. Ms. Kelly is a masterful storyteller; this book was action packed, the characters were great, and the romance was equal parts sweet and steamy. It was completely perfect!
I was sucked in immediately; I mean who wouldn't be intrigued by a wannabe nun getting kicked out of a convent? I loved seeing Donella and Logan avoid the kidnappers and try to avoid the growing attraction between them. They were really quite adorable. I also loved seeing them fight back against the judgemental people in their circle who had issues with Logan's son and Donella's mother. Donella was pretty feisty and managed to stir up a lot of trouble in defense of those she cared about.
I also enjoyed the large cast of supporting characters. Logan and Donella's family members were completely lovable and each had their own unique back story. Ms. Kelly built a wonderful little world made up of amazing characters and the day I finished this book, I went to the library and found as many of her other books as I could to get to know these characters even better. I'm completely hooked at this point!
I feel like this is a must read for any fan of the romance genre. I'm so glad I was given the opportunity to read this book, it's one of my new favorites for the year! 4 1/2 stars.
The Highlander's Christmas Bride
I was sucked in immediately; I mean who wouldn't be intrigued by a wannabe nun getting kicked out of a convent? I loved seeing Donella and Logan avoid the kidnappers and try to avoid the growing attraction between them. They were really quite adorable. I also loved seeing them fight back against the judgemental people in their circle who had issues with Logan's son and Donella's mother. Donella was pretty feisty and managed to stir up a lot of trouble in defense of those she cared about.
I also enjoyed the large cast of supporting characters. Logan and Donella's family members were completely lovable and each had their own unique back story. Ms. Kelly built a wonderful little world made up of amazing characters and the day I finished this book, I went to the library and found as many of her other books as I could to get to know these characters even better. I'm completely hooked at this point!
I feel like this is a must read for any fan of the romance genre. I'm so glad I was given the opportunity to read this book, it's one of my new favorites for the year! 4 1/2 stars.
I received this book from HFVBT in exchange for an honest review.
About the Author:
Vanessa
Kelly is a USA Today Bestselling, award-winning author who was named by
Booklist, the review journal of the American Library Association, as
one of the “New Stars of Historical Romance.” Her Regency-set historical
romances have been nominated in a number of contests, and she has won
multiple awards, including the prestigious Maggie Medallion for Best
Historical Romance. Her books have been published in nine languages.
Vanessa’s
latest book, The Highlander Who Protected Me, was a USA Today, Barnes
& Noble, and BookScan bestseller. Her Renegade Royals Series was a
national bestseller, as was The Improper Princesses Series. My Fair
Princess was named a Goodreads Romance of the Month and is a USA Today
and BookScan bestseller. The Highlander’s Princess Bride, book 3 in the
series, was a Barnes and Noble top 50 bestseller.
When
she’s not dreaming of plots for her next Regency novel, Vanessa is
writing USA Today Bestselling books with her husband, under the pen name
of V.K. Sykes.
You can find Vanessa at vanessakellyauthor.com or at vksykes.com. For all of Vanessa’s latest news and contests–and to receive a free story–please sign up for her newsletter on her website.
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