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Summary: I Loved it!!!!
Review: This is definately one of my all time favorite books and... I have read a number of them. The plot, characters, and dialouge are well thought out and well developed. The book, Castles, comes before this in the series and it is also very enjoyable. If you haven't read this book, do so.
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Summary: Kind of hard to believe
Review: This book was harder for me to get through than most. I found it a little plodding and contrived. The historical content and language were poor - I prefer to read historical novels that at least attempt to keep with the language and characteristics of the time. This one did not. I found Gillian to be a little weak in just succumbing to Brodick's wishes and getting caught or in trouble whenever she didn't. Some central characters, such as the little boys who were the initial start of some of the trouble and Gillian's sister Christen, were not dealt with to my satisfaction. It is almost like they were created, then forgotten and then brought back again just so they could be wrapped up. While I won't say this is a bad book, it was somewhat disappointing. Be prepared to suspend your belief and get through some plodding moments and you can manage to enjoy this book for the most part. I just didn't after a while.
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Summary: TRULY EXCELLENT
Review: this is really an excellent read, it is sweet and gripping and just plain good! I swear there are parts in the book (when Brodick says "she will not make a sound") that you will just adore. though this book may be a lot like other garwood books who cares? It's enjoyable!
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Summary: My most favorite romance novel!
Review: I've been reading romance novels for the last 10 years. This is without a doubt my absolute favorite!! I reread it within a week after the first reading. My sister, who doesn't typically read romance novels, enjoyed it so much that as soon as she finished reading, she started over at the beginning. I can't recommend this book enough. Anyone who enjoys historical romance novels will love it!
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Summary: Take me to Scotland!
Review: I haven't read of mid-evil Scotland in years, though it used to be one of my favorite topics studying history in school. It was nice to read a novel that wove through the Highlands of Scotland, including history as well as a wonderful plot. I have enjoyed many of Garwoods books, and this one does not disappt.
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Summary: Beautiful & Captivating!
Review: As a new reader to Julie Garwood I found myself falling in love with her books even thou this was only her 2nd book I had read. I lost myself in this story for hours and couldnt put the book down for anything. It was beautifully written and I felt as thou I knew Brodick and Gillian by the end of the book forever. I hope she continues to write more books in the Highland settings due to the fact the Lairds time period was fascinating. It was very enjoyable and I would highly recommend it!
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Summary: outstanding - garwood does it again
Review: I loved this book. Brodick is rough but believeable and "Lady Buchannon" is full of courage and spirit and I was completely drawn into her story. All the characters are larger than life but funny, and interesting. Even Brodick's guards are enchanting. Garwood is fast becoming my favorite author. Her detail sets you in the middle of the scene and the plot flows well - you laugh and get teary-eyed... It's a keeper.
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Summary: highland heaven
Review: this book was fantastic.i love all of julie garwood's books,but her highland books are my favorite(the secret,saving grace,and now ransom)i absolutely love broderick and gillian and also brigid and ramsey.it was great having the characters ian and judith from the secret back again too.this book was well worth the wait.... since ms garwood's current book isnt a historical ,i hope her next one will be another scotland or england book.
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Summary: I'm torn between praise and disappointment...
Review: This is the second Julie Garwood novel I've read now, the first was 'The Secret' which overlaps with 'The Ransom.' I was, I think now, unduly impressed with 'The Secret'--I thought it was remarkable for busting out of the romance genre's strictly adhered to rules and formulas. What I've found, now that I've read a second Julie Garwood novel, is that, while she eschews the genre's standard tripe, she's created a set of rules and formulas of her own. I suppose I'm naive to be surprised and disappointed by this, but I am. Now, to be fair, I enjoyed 'The Ransom.' The story is actually more fraught and intriguing than 'The Secret.' The novel begins with a series of tragedies in a toddler's young life--her mother dies, her home is invaded by brutal warriors, she's separated from her older sister, and she witnesses her father's murder at the hands of one of the invaders. Thus begins the adventure that sets the heroine on the path that will eventually lead her into the arms of her strong, heroic, handsome highlander. Our heroine proves to be strong-willed and brave, and, of course, gorgeous and sweet. I enjoyed the adventures as well as the romance, but was disappointed with the limited role that the characers from 'The Secret' played, and the overly quick progression of the romantic track. I found this novel less charming than 'The Secret,' but that may mostly be due to the transparancy of Garwood's formula now shining through and detracting from the novel's impact.
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Summary: Ransom
Review: I've read every book Julie Garwood has written. I started in paperback and have watched her books go to hard cover. It's a testimony to how much I enjoy her books, that I can't ever just wait for the soft cover. I rush out and get the book the day it releases. Ransom lived up to all of my expectations. If they asked me to pay twice I would have. The characters are engaging and the dialogue is witty and intelligent. The romance is sweet and romantic in spite of the Buchanans reputation.
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