The Saint
Author: Monica McCarty
Published By: Ballantine Books
Date Published: 2012
Pages: 414
Genre: Historical Romance
Rating: (1-5 ) 4
Summary:
The Saint is part
of this author's A Highland Guard Series. It focuses on Magnus McKay,
called “the Saint” by his friends and Helen Sutherland. Several
years earlier Helen chose her family over her love for Magnus and
they have not seen each other sense. However, Helen and Magnus are
once again thrown together and Helen vows to make Magnus love her
again despite his cool actions toward her. Soon the two are facing
more than just the danger to their hearts as they fight to protect
their king Robert the Bruce and the country they both love.
Christina's Thoughts:
This is the first
novel I have read by this author. The description caught my
attention because I love Scottish historical romances. I liked the
way the author began the book. She introduced us to the main
characters in a prologue which takes place 3 years earlier. I know
some readers do not like prologues but I felt that this one added to
the story. It provided important back story in an interesting way.
As the story
progresses the author does a good job of interweaving action, with
romance and intrigue. All of the characters add to the fullness of
the story. No one is added simply to take up space.
As a reader I was
able to feel the emotions that both Magnus and Helen were struggling
with. At times I did feel as if they both needed a good knock to the
head, but considering the circumstances that is understandable.
Overall opinion
I really enjoyed this book. The author
provided just the right amount of tension, romance, and history to
keep me satisfied. I will definitely check out the other books in
this series and I recommend The Saint to anyone who enjoys Scottish
historical romances.
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