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natasha2027's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
sarah_moynihan's review against another edition
5.0
Nearly a year ago, Claudia woke up hung over and alone in a Gretna Green inn with gaps in her memory and with child. Her brother, VIscount Ashwood, makes arrangements so that she can keep her pregnancy a secret so that she may later return to society and the child can be raised without the stigma of being a bastard. Claudia is devestated to have to give up her baby, but she wants to him to have the future possible. But when the carriage meant to carry her baby to his new family is ambushed by highwaymen and her son kidnapped, she can't sit by waiting for news. So she sets out on her own to track down any clue to lead her to her son.
When Garrett returned to his room in Gretna Green he found it empty. After asking the innkeeper, he discovers that his wife has been brought home by her brother. Knowing that she'll be safe with her family and duty dictating that he return to his clan in Scottish Highlands, he is delayed in following after her. When he is able to travel after her to England he does not find her, but he waits in hopes she'll return for the end of the London season. Months later their paths cross again, but Garrett is shocked to discover that she seems to have no recollection of their shared night together or of Garrett himself. Garrett is determined to do what he must tohelp her remember and so he follows after her, despite her protests and confusion.
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I loved this book. This has, hands down, been my favorite from the series. I'd been curious as to how Claudia's story would turn out and the wait was worth it.
Quite honestly I didn't care for Claudia when reading about her in book 11, Oppressed & Empowered. But I really fell in love with her character over the course of this book. She was faced with some tough situations and decisions in this book. Instead of wallowing in her misery, whining about her circumstances, and displacing blame for her misfortunes onto those around her (as we saw her do in Oppressed & Empowered), she really comes into her own. She's taking responsibility for her own actions and taking the control of her future into her own hands. She's basically a completly different character in this book, her character growth was so encompassing and I absolutely loved her for it. She grew so much and I truly respected her.
I truly adored the dynamic of Garrett and Claudia together. They balanced each other so nicely, a beautiful balance of gentle and fierce in each of their characters.
I will admit that the misunderstanding between the two of them stretched a bit long and could have benefitted from them being honest with each other a little sooner. But I also completely understand their reasonings here for not sharing sooner, both of their reasonings were sound and were taking someone other than themselves into account, which I respect far more than a character not being honest simply out of fear.
There's a mystery in this book and I am here for it. Bree Wolf pulled it off beautifully. The were some genuinely surprising twists and turns along the way and I couldn't stop reading. I definitely recommend this book.
Although this book could serve as a standalone, I would recommend reading Oppressed & Empowered first so that you can experience all of Claudia's character growth. I highly recommend this book, Claudia and Garrett are great together and this book is so beautifully written.
I recieved an electronic copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest and voluntary review. Many thanks to Bree Wolf.
When Garrett returned to his room in Gretna Green he found it empty. After asking the innkeeper, he discovers that his wife has been brought home by her brother. Knowing that she'll be safe with her family and duty dictating that he return to his clan in Scottish Highlands, he is delayed in following after her. When he is able to travel after her to England he does not find her, but he waits in hopes she'll return for the end of the London season. Months later their paths cross again, but Garrett is shocked to discover that she seems to have no recollection of their shared night together or of Garrett himself. Garrett is determined to do what he must tohelp her remember and so he follows after her, despite her protests and confusion.
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I loved this book. This has, hands down, been my favorite from the series. I'd been curious as to how Claudia's story would turn out and the wait was worth it.
Quite honestly I didn't care for Claudia when reading about her in book 11, Oppressed & Empowered. But I really fell in love with her character over the course of this book. She was faced with some tough situations and decisions in this book. Instead of wallowing in her misery, whining about her circumstances, and displacing blame for her misfortunes onto those around her (as we saw her do in Oppressed & Empowered), she really comes into her own. She's taking responsibility for her own actions and taking the control of her future into her own hands. She's basically a completly different character in this book, her character growth was so encompassing and I absolutely loved her for it. She grew so much and I truly respected her.
I truly adored the dynamic of Garrett and Claudia together. They balanced each other so nicely, a beautiful balance of gentle and fierce in each of their characters.
I will admit that the misunderstanding between the two of them stretched a bit long and could have benefitted from them being honest with each other a little sooner. But I also completely understand their reasonings here for not sharing sooner, both of their reasonings were sound and were taking someone other than themselves into account, which I respect far more than a character not being honest simply out of fear.
There's a mystery in this book and I am here for it. Bree Wolf pulled it off beautifully. The were some genuinely surprising twists and turns along the way and I couldn't stop reading. I definitely recommend this book.
Although this book could serve as a standalone, I would recommend reading Oppressed & Empowered first so that you can experience all of Claudia's character growth. I highly recommend this book, Claudia and Garrett are great together and this book is so beautifully written.
I recieved an electronic copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest and voluntary review. Many thanks to Bree Wolf.
crazychriss93's review
5.0
Loved the plot. Quite original. Of course, it's also very unlikely to ever happen that way but goodness, it's a book so who cares.
MCs?
Thought both are quite likeable.
The heroine seems like a spoilt brat in the novel dealing with her brother and she acts like that in the beginning of that one as well but she then changes. She is quite the Freigeist, free spirit, especially after what she had to do. But she also has a heart of gold and fights for those she loves.
The hero? Absolutely gorgeous. Would follow that Scot everywhere, no questions asked.
Writing style?
Good as usual. Didn't notice many editing issues.
MCs?
Thought both are quite likeable.
The heroine seems like a spoilt brat in the novel dealing with her brother and she acts like that in the beginning of that one as well but she then changes. She is quite the Freigeist, free spirit, especially after what she had to do. But she also has a heart of gold and fights for those she loves.
The hero? Absolutely gorgeous. Would follow that Scot everywhere, no questions asked.
Writing style?
Good as usual. Didn't notice many editing issues.
mparkhill's review
5.0
With this book, we get to know who Claire’s love is. There are lots of twists and turns but this bring together several characters from previous books. That only enhances this story.
The two live interests in this book capture your attention. The twists and turns keep you very interested.
I highly recommend this book!
The two live interests in this book capture your attention. The twists and turns keep you very interested.
I highly recommend this book!
kristin's review
4.0
3.5 stars
I would like to thank the author for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Claudia elopes to Gretna Green with one man only to end up sleeping with another. She becomes pregnant with his child and believes herself ruined, only to find out later that they are actually married and that he has been searching for her.
A unique storyline, bit of an Outlander vibe.
I would like to thank the author for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Claudia elopes to Gretna Green with one man only to end up sleeping with another. She becomes pregnant with his child and believes herself ruined, only to find out later that they are actually married and that he has been searching for her.
A unique storyline, bit of an Outlander vibe.
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