From the Publisher
As always, [Sands’] characters are pitch-perfect for the time and place, and readers will relish this enjoyable tale.” — RT Book Reviews
“A love story as bighearted and exciting as the highlander at its heart.” — Kirkus Reviews
“The lovers’ courage and passion match the mounting dangers, cementing the bond between them in this enjoyable romp.” — Publishers Weekly
RT Book Reviews
As always, [Sands’] characters are pitch-perfect for the time and place, and readers will relish this enjoyable tale.
Suzanne Enoch
Lush, lively and romantic—Lynsay Sands hits all the right notes.
Christina Dodd
You can’t help but fall in love with Lynsay Sands!
Hannah Howell
Humor and romance wrapped around an intriguing mystery. Another winner from Lynsay Sands!
Eloisa James
Praise for Taming the Highland Bride: “Sands spins a funny, laughable tale; you’ll cheer as the drunk and the shrew discover they are a ‘perfect match’.
MARCH 2017 - AudioFile
Narrator Elle Newlands's gentle Scots burr is perfect for capturing the the young Lady Murine Carmichael, who falls victim to her half-brother's plan to sell her to the Highland warrior Dougall Buchanan for a few horses. Dougall refuses as a matter of honor and even attempts to help her—falling in love in the process. His goal is to wed her—but first he must convince her of his love. As the story evolves, Newlands runs into trouble keeping the various characters' voices distinct, especially in differentiating Dougall and his three brothers. Sometimes even Lady Murine's lilting voice blends with that of the youngest brother. The lack of distinctive character voices makes for a slightly disappointing audio experience. K.M. © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine
Kirkus Reviews
2016-12-06
A Scottish lass goes rogue. When Lady Murine Carmichael runs away from home on the back of a bull, she doesn't know where she'll end up. She only knows she has to get away from her wicked English half brother, who's just offered her body to Dougall Buchanan in lieu of cash payment for some horses. When she ends up running into that very same Scotsman and his brothers, her hasty plan seems doomed even though they were also horrified by her brother's offer. But when they find out she's a Scot, too, as well as a beloved friend of their sister Saidh, they instantly agree to escort her to their home. This quickly becomes a dangerous endeavor; not only have many of Murine's family members met with suspicious deaths, but it's clear that Murine herself is at risk after several attacks from anonymous villains. Despite the danger, Murine and Dougall are unmistakably attracted to each other, and through a few fits and starts, begin a romance on the run. After Murine is kidnapped, their new love is tested, and Sands' quick pacing adds remarkable suspense to the straightforward story. Readers with a weakness for gallant Scottish lairds will be delighted by the simplicity and purity of Murine and Dougall's romance—especially the few wild and erotic scenes out in the elements. A love story as bighearted and exciting as the highlander at its heart.