Guest Author, Monica McCarty & GIVEAWAY!
by sue on Mar.17, 2010, under Book Chat
Monica McCarty
Borders True Romance Blog March 17, 2010
THE CHIEF (Book one in the Highland Guard Series) on sale 3/23/10
Thanks so much for having me to the blog and Happy St. Patrick’s Day! With all things Celtic in mind today, Sue asked me to share a little bit about the inspiration for my new Highland Guard Series, which gets started with the release of THE CHIEF on March 23rd.
Usually I get ideas for my stories from history books. I take a little Law & Order “ripped from the headlines” approach, using real history to spin a fictional story. But with the Highland Guard Series it happened in reverse. I came up with the fiction first, and the history just seemed to follow.
The basic idea for what I called “Special Ops in the Kilts” came not long after finishing my first manuscript (which would eventually become HIGHLANDER UNTAMED). I was sitting around brainstorming ideas and trying to think of something fresh and different to do next. In addition to Scottish historicals, I was (and still am) a huge fan of Special Forces/Black Ops/Navy SEAL romances. I remember thinking, why not put my two favorite sub-genres together? Man in kilt . . . sexy. Special Forces man in kilt . . . even sexier.
The problem was that I knew it was also a big idea, requiring extensive plotting and planning, and one that I didn’t feel ready to undertake at the time. So I waited. And waited. Flash forward eight years, seven more manuscripts, one huge outline, and I was ready.
I pitched the series as “Braveheart meets Suzanne Brockmann” and that pretty much sums is up. I loved the movie Braveheart, and when it came out (can you believe 15 years ago!), I remember being intrigued by Angus MacFayden’s portrayal of Robert the Bruce. How did this “betrayer” of William Wallace go on to become one of Scotland’s greatest kings?
Well, the Highland Guard Series picks up where Braveheart left off:
Journey back to the time of Braveheart, to a time of turmoil when Scotland was fighting to free itself from English tyranny, and Robert the Bruce was fighting for a crown. To defeat the superior forces of the heavy mounted English knights, Bruce knows he needs a new kind of warrior. He looks to the barbarian lands, to the most feared warriors in Christendom, to the ultimate guerilla fighter . . . to the Highlander.
Scouring the darkest corners of the Highlands and Western Isles, Bruce handpicks ten warriors to form a secret elite fighting force unlike any the world has ever seen. They are the best of the best, chosen for their superior skills in each discipline of warfare.
Basically, the Highland Guard is the ultimate Special Forces team, comprised of the best swordsman, the best seafarer, the best scout, the best marksman . . . you get the idea.
THE CHIEF belongs to Tor MacLeod, the ultimate Highland warlord, a swordsman without equal, and the man tapped by Bruce to lead his secret Highland Guard. But there’s one problem: Tor has no intention of being drawn into Scotland’s war. Not even the offer of the exquisite—and far too tempting—Christina Fraser as his bride can tempt him. Or so he thinks. Until she ends up in his bed.
The next two books in the series will follow later this year. THE HAWK in late August and THE RANGER in late December. Although the books are connected, each stands on its own.
So, back to inspiration. Remember how I mentioned that the concept for the series was reversed from my normal “ripped from the headlines” fact inspiring fiction approach? Well, it wasn’t until after I came up with the idea for the Highland Guard that I came across a stray mention of a “warband” of Islanders chosen to protect Bruce in the early days of his struggle for the crown. How’s that for serendipity!
You can find out more about the series and read an excerpt from THE CHIEF on my website: www.monicamccarty.com
Question for readers: Do you still enjoy Scottish stories? & what most do you enjoy of that time period?
GIVEAWAY! 2 lucky randomly chosen readers will get a special book, comment below!
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Previously published as Wishes No Matter How Fast You Run. . .The newborn baby boy is beautiful, perfect, and hers for the asking. All Kate Summers has to do is agree to one condition--she must disappear from Boston and never breathe a word about the adoption to anyone. Or How Far You Go. . .Fifteen years later, Kate has built a good life for herself and her son, Jon, in Hopewell, Oregon. Still, she is haunted by the fear that he will somehow be taken away. Then Daegan O'Rourke arrives in town and strikes up a friendship with her and Jon. But Daegan has his own past to hide--one with shocking ties to hers. A Killer Will Always Find You. . .Someone is watching Kate, watching her son, and is willing to go to any lengths to claim him. And the one man Kate is tempted to trust has dangerous secrets that could change her world forever. Soon the past Kate thought she could outrun will explode, unearthing a legacy of lies and treachery, and a fury powerful enough to kill. . .
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July 4th, 2010 on 7:59 am
thanks for the comment on my blog ,i return heare on the blog
June 4th, 2010 on 5:49 am
Wonderful to read!
May 8th, 2010 on 10:47 pm
I,m at a loss-I’ve finished all your books Monica & my hunger for more is overcoming my need for more. I’ve held a road map of Great Britain in one hand & your books in the other & I go back in time & picture that beautiful country of Scotland. It is the land of my forefathers, been there and the need to stay grows more desirable everyday. I want my ashes spread up there at “Rest and be Grateful” God what a picture that is. Ate Fish & Chips at Oban looking out on that restless ocean, my heart playing leapfrog all over my chest. Please, Monica, write faster.
May 5th, 2010 on 11:14 am
I love your books and I can’t wait to read it!
March 26th, 2010 on 11:30 am
I AM YOUR BIGGEST FAN!!!!
I love Highlanders and Kilts and Scotland and all that but I really love how Monica puts it altogether!The history and the relationships touch me like others have not. Thank You Monica!
March 25th, 2010 on 12:56 pm
I would love a chance to win this! Thanks
March 22nd, 2010 on 5:43 pm
Thanks for the great giveaway! I love descriptions of scenery… and you can’t get much better than Scotland! Thanks!
March 20th, 2010 on 2:23 pm
My favorite Scottish hero is Lachlain from A Hunger Like No Other. I adore Scottish romances, especially midevals!
March 20th, 2010 on 1:54 pm
I do still like Scottish stories. I guess I like the manliness of the men. I’m not sure I’d want one of them in real life, but it’s lovely reading about them!
March 20th, 2010 on 1:21 pm
Hi Monica!
I LOVE Scottish stories! I enjoy the most of that time period the nature and the simple way of life. The life was slower and I like that veryyyyy much!
And of course I love castles and kilts!:P
Thank you for this giveaway!^O^
Giada
March 19th, 2010 on 10:19 pm
I ’still’ enjoy Scottish stories but then I read perhaps 2 or 3 of them a year so I don’t overdose on them at any particular time! =)
March 19th, 2010 on 8:39 am
Hi Monica!
thanks for being here - and yes, I like Scottish stories… for a few month I couldn’t read them, because there were too many books out there which seemed all the same, but after a period without them I love reading them again
I like them because of the way of life they show!
greetings, Ina
March 18th, 2010 on 10:10 pm
I love the loyalty these men show for thier clans and the love and protectivness they show for thier women, amd who couldn’t love thier brogues and muscles, love stong arms.
Zina
March 18th, 2010 on 4:56 pm
I think Scottish series are making a comeback and I do enjoy them. I hope there will be more of it coming back soon ~
March 18th, 2010 on 4:50 pm
can’t wait to read it!
March 18th, 2010 on 1:50 pm
These sound like great read! I do love me some highlanders so please enter me!
March 18th, 2010 on 11:20 am
Chelsea, Fedora, and Mariska–more accents fans! There really isn’t much sexier than a good Scottish brogue, is there? Think I need to go find a youtube video with Gerry on it now . . . (waving to Fedora! Hope you enjoy the next three, too!) Sue, I love alpha heroes, too, and you are right–there’s much more flexibility in historicals. I hope you get a chance to read THE CHIEF. Tor should fit the bill.
Sagi and Susan, so glad the cover caught your eyed! I love to hear that. And Michelle, thank you so much for your kind words and support. I’m totally flattered! I hope you enjoy THE CHIEF as well. As you can probably tell, I’m super excited about it.
Thank you all!
March 18th, 2010 on 9:43 am
Your first book was the first book I read after a long absence from reading. I was so addicted I read all six highlander books in a week. I love love love your books. I can’t to read the Chief, I preordered it a month ago.
Thanks for all your books and genius ideas.
March 18th, 2010 on 6:44 am
this looks great, love the cover!
March 18th, 2010 on 5:47 am
I LOVE the book cover
its really nice 
- thank you very much for the contest 
March 18th, 2010 on 4:56 am
I like that Scottish historical stories have true alpha males, unlike with contemporary stories where they get watered down by the need to be politically correct. I like that there’s a strong family ancestry with the Scottish clan system.
March 18th, 2010 on 1:32 am
Yeap, i love reading scottish stories. and i’m hooked with the accents
March 17th, 2010 on 10:46 pm
Oh YES!! I love Scottish stories–something about the accents and the landscape and the castles and the men–they all come together for some very appealing stories!
Can’t wait for your next set, Monica! 
March 17th, 2010 on 10:22 pm
Oh, I ADORE Scottish stories! Especially the way authors write the accents….*sigh* gotta love those accents
March 17th, 2010 on 10:02 pm
Tracey, just realized I spelled your name wrong…sorry about that. Thanks for the fantastic comments and the great welcome today. And special thanks to Sue for having me. Hope that those of you who enjoy Scottish romances will look for THE CHIEF next week.
Margaret, so glad you found the post–Barbara is such a great voice for romance. I had a chance to meet her in NY a few years back at a conference. Tami, I have books to thank for my travel bug. I fell in love with Scotland through reading and now I can’t get enough! Pam, great to see another Braveheart fan! Cybercliper, what a great summary–thank you! Barbara, Chey and Jennifer, thanks for chiming in on the honor and loyalty. Seems like they are almost as popular as kilts, LOL. And Jennifer, glad to see another Julie Garwood fan! Kaetrin, how can we have gone all day without talking about Jamie Fraser? Probably one of my all time favorite male characters. I’m dittoing your sigh. Zina, I always wonder about the Gaelic. I know some readers love it, some not so much. I use enough to give a flavor, but hopefully not enough to confuse people. Amanda, I love that accent, too.
Katharine, I think I was definitely channeling. It was one of those moments you have as a writer when the stars seem to align. 
Hope I got everyone! Thanks again for the fun day talking about all things Scottish. Hope you all had a wonderful St. Patrick’s day!
March 17th, 2010 on 8:58 pm
Monica, I love it how real history inspires your story ideas! Marvelous how you discovered Bruce’s “warband” after you had invented your own. Mayhap you’re channeling…
March 17th, 2010 on 8:51 pm
I love the accents!!!!
March 17th, 2010 on 8:39 pm
I love the kilts and the accents and when the writer uses Gaelic. I also love how the men (after they have fallen head over heels for the herione) cherish them and protect them even more than they did before they fell. In one or two books I have read the men selected the best portions of thier platters to feed to their woman. Sigh
March 17th, 2010 on 7:23 pm
I still enjoy Highland books! I love the loyalty and honour.
March 17th, 2010 on 7:22 pm
I love the kilt and the accent. (Jamie Fraser!! sigh) and my favourite actor is Gerard Butler, so yeah, I like a good Scottish story.
March 17th, 2010 on 6:28 pm
Hello,
I have to say the covers on Monica McCarty’s books are quite appealing. Anyway, I do enjoy stories of Higlanders. Although, I have not read a one in a while. Julie Garwood wrote some of my favorite stories set in Scotland. My fave things about Scottish stories are the men in kilts, the brogues, the castles and the clans.
March 17th, 2010 on 6:25 pm
Yes, I still love Scottish stories, especially those hunky Highlanders. I love the kilts, the lilting language, the wonderful landscape, the honor and courage of the people, it’s all fabulous.
March 17th, 2010 on 5:57 pm
I love Scottish stories!!! Nothing says ‘yum’ like the image of a kilted, sword swinging highlander. Seriously though, the time period and the history alone is amazing. The myths and legends, the way people lived their daily lives, the codes by which people conducted or were expected to conduct themselves is so amazing and probably what fascinates me the most. Honor and honesty, loyalty to family and country, and being ready to risk life and limb to protect - I think this is at the core of what makes greatness and makes Scottish stories enduring.
March 17th, 2010 on 5:29 pm
You are a new to me author & how I love to discover new reads. I loved the movie Braveheart & would love to read more in that vein though I haven’t read it before.
Love & Hugs,
Pam
March 17th, 2010 on 5:10 pm
i like stories set in other places due tome never traveling
March 17th, 2010 on 5:08 pm
Tracy and Arwen, I’ll definitely add you guys to the kilt list!
And Julia, glad you like the cover, like I said earlier, those abs are even nicer close up! Aimee, I love stumbling! So glad you found them. Cynthia, you are a woman after my own heart–the best of both world to my mind, isn’t it? Estella, there is so much fun history and political machinations in this period after Braveheart, you’ll have to check it out.
March 17th, 2010 on 5:02 pm
(posted on Publishers Weekly as Maggie Mae Short) *waves to SueG from Borders*
I LUV BarbaraV because she not only throws the best virtual parties but she writes amazing blogs introducing me to new places and new authors. She also is a fun lady to hunt Dark Hunters in NOLA with!
March 17th, 2010 on 5:01 pm
I love the stories because Alpha Men appeal to me, add in the eye/ear candy of a hot guy in a kilt with a sexy accent and how can you go wrong? *giggles*
I love historicals in general because you get to view another way of life, one where the personalities can flourish without all the distractions of modern life. Those set in Scotland (and Ireland) are especially dear to me for the sense of magic the area evokes.
I found this via the post at Barbara Vey’s Party on Publisher’s Weekly where I post as Maggie Mae Short (a long lost friend from Ireland dubbed me that and it’s sort of stuck). Here’s what I posted about her over there:
March 17th, 2010 on 3:50 pm
As some posters have mentioned, it’s the kilts and the accents that get me! I love a rugged man in a kilt.
March 17th, 2010 on 3:32 pm
I really do enjoy this type of book. I stumbled across these books by accident and now I can’t wait to get started!
March 17th, 2010 on 3:23 pm
I am mad for the kilt and the burr. I have always loved historicals but set them in Scotland to make me the happiest. I like the brawny he-man and the obstinate heroine clashing. Sparks make me grin.
I saw your comment on Barb Vey’s blog so thought I would drop on by.
March 17th, 2010 on 3:10 pm
I really want to win that book. I keep coming back and looking at the cover, it is lovely. Delicious. I want it to grace my bookshelf and shame all the other book covers.
March 17th, 2010 on 3:05 pm
I do like Scottish romances. I think it’s the rugged land and the emphasis on clans or families that are appealing.
March 17th, 2010 on 3:00 pm
Monica,
Oh, yes, I like my Highlanders. Also, I am a devotee of Special Ops/Black Ops/Navy Seals. Your series is right up my alley. Yeah, your “Special Ops in Kilts” will be on my bookshelf.
March 17th, 2010 on 2:50 pm
I still love Scottish stories. Enjoy the scenery and political machinations of the era.
March 17th, 2010 on 2:47 pm
Belinda, I hope you’ll look for it next week. Believe me, those abs are even better up close than they are on the screen.
Maered, I think The Bride is my all time favorite romance. I agree, what’s not to love?
March 17th, 2010 on 2:45 pm
So glad to hear that the love for Scottish is still alive and well.
Thanks to all the comments. I think I’m detecting a theme of hot men in kilts, LOL, Lisa, Deb, Peggy, Raelene, Joder, Cories and Heather, I’m so with you. Danielle, I agree completely about not wanting too much reality, give me the “romance” version anytime (my heroes love their baths!). Peggy and Denise, I love that loyalty, too. Debra, Biki and Jane–do you have a favorite of the Julie Garwood’s? I love The Bride and The Prize, but I re-read them all. (Waving to Debra! Yes, this is the book I’ll be talking about at the book group–can’t wait to see you guys). Jane, Lori and Karen, thanks for mentioning the previous books–so glad you’ve enjoyed them. Brooke, I’m the same way with looking stuff up. I think that’s why I’ve always focused on real people and actual events. Karyn, I can’t even tell you how much plotting! LOL. Organizing the series was a huge project. Thanks for the well wishes. Cheryl, thanks for mentioning the covers! I’ve been so so lucky. Definite cover Gods. I actually just got my coverflats for THE HAWK in the mail and they are gorgeous. Thanks also for mentioning the website. It’s a huge amount of work, so it’s nice to hear that readers are enjoying it. Dawn, I’m a huge Karen Marie Moning fan, too. Haven’t re-read in a while, maybe I’ll have to do that… Virginia, ah, Gerry. What’s not to love? He’s been one of my favorites for years, only recently knocked off the top position in my “star crushes” by Andy Whitfield who plays Spartacus in the new Starz series. Scorpios, Pamela Clare’s series is great–I think you’ll really enjoy it.
March 17th, 2010 on 2:35 pm
I just love Scottish Highland stories. Some of my fav romances include The Bride by Julie Garwood. How can you not love Highlander heroes?
March 17th, 2010 on 2:27 pm
Hello Monica and congrats on the new series. Oh my, look at that cover *wipes mouth on sleeve*
I haven’t read any books that had Scottish stories. I think it’s about time I changed that because it seems like lots of people are enjoying them.
March 17th, 2010 on 2:19 pm
I do love a man in a kilt with a nice accent… I need to start reading more scottish books for sure..
March 17th, 2010 on 2:17 pm
Hi Monica,
Congrats on the upcoming release. I can’t wait to read “The Chief.” I love your “Special Ops in kilts” tagline. I do enjoy Scottish historicals. I became a fan after reading Julie Garwood’s “The Bride” and “Saving Grace.”
March 17th, 2010 on 2:09 pm
I love Scottish books. I’ve been hooked since I fell in love with Julie Garwood’s books so long ago, lol. There’s something really sexy about them, don’t know why… maybe it’s the accent, lol!
March 17th, 2010 on 2:06 pm
I absolutely adore the Highlander series! I like the close-knit clans, the hot men and the fiery women.
March 17th, 2010 on 1:59 pm
Scottish stories are always good. I just ordered Pamela Clare’s MacKinnon’s Ranger series, can’t wait to start them. Lot’s of sexy lads
Thanks for blogging!
March 17th, 2010 on 1:49 pm
Awesome post and I’m loving all the covers, very nice to look at! =)
March 17th, 2010 on 1:23 pm
I definitely still love Scottish stories! I love the alpha men with their accents and kilts.
March 17th, 2010 on 1:16 pm
Hello, Monica! Your comments were very enjoyable! It was so interesting to follow your process for structuring a story. Being of Scottish descent, I have a life long love of all things Scottish. There is truly something magical about “small but mighty” Bonnie Scotland. I would never tire of reading Scottish stories featuring Highland Hunks with heart! Earlier today, I watched a live interview with Gerard Butler on “Good Morning America”. Oh, MY! He adopts many different accents on film, but to hear him speak in his native Scottish burr is something else! Is it any wonder we love our Highlanders?
March 17th, 2010 on 12:57 pm
I absolutely love Scottish stories! Time period isn’t a big deal as long as there are kilts involved
March 17th, 2010 on 12:56 pm
I think I will always love historical romances, especially Scottish ones. I have a weak spot for sexy men in kilts. Scotland sounds like such a beautiful, magical place.
Diana
bookofsecrets(at)yahoo(dot)com
March 17th, 2010 on 12:52 pm
Hi Monica,
This series sounds like something I would love to read. Other series I have enjoyed are the Highlander series by Karen M. Moning. Great reads…
Thanks for being here.
Dawn Chartier
http://www.dawnchartier.com
March 17th, 2010 on 12:57 pm
Sue, I forgot to mention I saw your post on Barbara Vey’s anniversary blog.
Dawn Chartier
March 17th, 2010 on 12:52 pm
Hi, Monica! I have loved your Highlander stories, and the covers aren’t bad, either.
I enjoy Highlander stories because of the strength and honor of the heroes. I am drawn to the stong family connections and the loyalty to clan. I must compliment you on your website. I love to look at the pictures of the settings of your books. I recommend that everyone here take a “trip” to Scotland via your website.
I also recommend that everyone visit the Publishers Weekly blog today. It is Barbara Vey’s 3rd anniversary, and they are giving away books to commenters. He blog is always informative and entertaining.
March 17th, 2010 on 12:39 pm
I’ve so enjoyed Monicas other Highland series and am really looking forward to this new one. Thank you for having her as a guest!
March 17th, 2010 on 12:33 pm
I love, love, love Scottish stories! Men in kilts, bare chest, long hair and the roll of the tongue Scottish accent. They make the best books to settle and read in any season of the year whether it’s summer in the sun or snuggled in by the fire during winter. I truly love them!
March 17th, 2010 on 12:07 pm
I never get tired of Scottish stories, whether set in medieval times of Regency/Victorian. Love them all. Men in kilts. It is the whole warrior and honor thing that gets me every time!
I just love the sound of your book! Wow, it must have taken a ton of plotting, this is going on my wish list!!
All the best for your release!
March 17th, 2010 on 11:33 am
Love Scottish stories… It reminds me of home, sorta. Honestly, as long as it’s well written I enjoy reading about a time that wasn’t really all that long ago but is now gone. The history is also what gets me interested because sometimes after reading the book I look up a war or place I read about.
I’m surprised I haven’t seen these books/author before and will have to look for her next time I’m out.
March 17th, 2010 on 11:30 am
I love stories set in Scotland and the Scottish Highlands at that. Men in kilts, you know.
I think it is intriguing to read about a Scottish hero that is rough and tough, yet gentle with the woman he loves and admires.
March 17th, 2010 on 11:20 am
I totally agree with Danielle Yockman and everything she said applies to me.
I’ve read your previous books and loved them also so I am really looking forward to the new series.
I know it’s not terribly helpful but I’ll take a good looking man in a kilt in any time period!
March 17th, 2010 on 11:16 am
I love the Scottish books. They never get tried for me. I can’t tell you how many times I have reread Julie Garwood’s Scottish books. I love getting lost in the story of the Highlands.
Monica, look forward to the new book. You are coming and talking about the book with the group?
March 17th, 2010 on 11:14 am
Hi Monica,I do enjoy reading Scottish books.I think what draws me to them is there loyalty to there own.The accent that the author adds to there stories.There just seems to be something magic to there stories.And the kilts does help.
March 17th, 2010 on 10:58 am
Good morning everyone, thanks so much for the great welcome! (And thanks to Sue for having me!) I’m here on the west coast so I’m a little late.
Hope you all are having a wonderful St. Patty’s day so far. It’s a big day in the McCarty household–one of our favorite holidays. My daughter Irish dances so her performances help us get into the celebratory mood!
But back to Scotland…
You can probably already guess that I love Scottish romances, too. (Big surprise, right?) I fell in love with Julie Garwood’s Scottish medievals many years ago and started to devour everything I could find. I’m drawn to the same things you guys are: Like Kristen said, the landscapes, nature and castles; like Laurie mentioned the clan loyalty and struggle to survive, like Carol said the big heart’s when it comes to the women; like Donna pointed out the strong family connections; like Sabrina, Kara and Christal mentioned the Alpha maleness; like Elisa mentioned getting to know a different culture; like Pearl said the clan feuds and politics; and like quite a few of you mentioned: the kilts! Sigh.
I think all of these are what makes Scottish romance resonate with readers. Katrina, I hear you on the same old thing, I find that myself when I’m reading too much of one sub-genre. I think the challenge when you are writing in an established sub-genre like Scottish is to try to keep things fresh. I’m hoping my Special Ops spin will do that.
Carol and Kara–just what I love to hear! I can’t wait for THE CHIEF to hit stores, too. Lucy, Sharia and GSM–thanks for being on the lookout–hope you guys get a chance to check it out.
March 17th, 2010 on 10:51 am
Sigh. I so love a man in a kilt. I am of Scottish heritage so I love stories set in Scotland. Yes, I do realize that it is highly romanticized…lets face it living without the creature comforts of today would SUCK! But I so love the alphaness of it all. Big stron men wielding huge swords… *cough* Sorry I’m back. Yes I love a good Scottish historical. Bring ‘em on!
March 17th, 2010 on 10:48 am
I love reading Scottish books. I love the tough male role and strong family ties. I would love to read your books.
March 17th, 2010 on 10:44 am
I haven’t read too many Scottish themed books.
March 17th, 2010 on 9:38 am
I do like Scottish stories. The men are tough, untamed and sexy.
March 17th, 2010 on 9:35 am
I’m always looking for new series to read, enjoy this time period because I love a man in Kilts!
March 17th, 2010 on 9:33 am
I love the Scottish stories. They were proud and fierce people. I like the stories that add a flair of fantasy or paranormal, whatever you would call it, as the majority do seem a bit redundant to what I have been reading for many years!
Your books look great, I will be watching for them!
Thanks for stopping by and sharing with us today!
March 17th, 2010 on 9:31 am
I like well-written historical romance–wherever it’s set. I love the concept you’ve laid out for your series. What a creative blend of history and modern thought. This is a definite add to my TBR list. Thanks for visiting. Happy St. Pat’s Day.
March 17th, 2010 on 9:27 am
Monica…I love Scottish stories and your books sounds incredible! It’s going on my TBB list right now, which I’ll admit is rather hard to do these days as my TBR shelves are so full, but a great book must be read and I love the fresh premise you’ve come up with for this one. Thanks for sharing it here.
~ Hugs!
March 17th, 2010 on 9:24 am
I love Scottish romance because of the Clan politics involved and the scenery. Just love to lose myself in the green Highlands and the intriguing Clans.
Hugs,
Pearl
March 17th, 2010 on 8:52 am
Definitely the alpha highlanders!! I love this time period and can’t seem to get enough of these kinds of books. Congrats on the release of The Chief…looking forward to reading it.
March 17th, 2010 on 8:38 am
I love reading about foreign cultures especially the Scottish. Love reading about the history of castles and the people living in them. I cannot turn down a sexy man in a kilt.
March 17th, 2010 on 8:14 am
I love highlander stories - something about the time period mixed with the sense of honor and umm…maleness. LOL DEf. a good combo.
March 17th, 2010 on 7:41 am
I enjoy a good highlands book. They’re strong, proud, and “live life to the fullest” characters with a strong connection to family — whether by blood or friendship. What’s not to appreciate in that particularly when combined with a hero who’s handsome & fierce warrior determined to protect those he cares about.
March 17th, 2010 on 6:53 am
Hi Monica,
I’m waiting anxiously for The Chief. I am addicted to Scottish Highlanders and their kilts. What can I say ?
I’ll never tire of them. I love your stories and have reread all of them. The accent, the kilt, the heather, castles and most importantly the devotion of the clan. The tough fighting highlanders who also have very big hearts when it comes to their women.Love them..
Carol L.
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March 17th, 2010 on 5:05 am
I like: the clan loyalty, the Highlands beauty, the struggle to survive. The fight for independence from England reminds me of our colonies fight for independence from England.
March 17th, 2010 on 3:12 am
I love the landscapes, the wild nature surrounding the H/H. I love all the castles, good solid bricks and spiral stairs. I love the accents they have and him calling her lass. I Love LOVE love the kilts. Every girl knows real men wear kilts. I like that the people are strong and brave and a little bit raw round the edges. I just thoroughly enjoy Scottish stories!
March 17th, 2010 on 3:07 am
I do enjoy Scottish stories, but I don’t read as many as I used to. I read one recently that I didn’t like because it seemed like the same old thing that I’ve read dozens of times before. I like it when novels have a…well, novel approach to their plots.