The Sword Maiden

Rating:
Summary: The weak sister of the trilogy
Review: This book is not a bad read, but I did not find it as compelling as the Swan Maiden or the Stone Maiden. The legend itself was not as gripping as the other two, and I did not find the main characters as complex or interesting. Life in the Scotland of the time is as well drawn as I have come to expect in Susan King's stories, but everything else seemed less fully-featured. Still, a mediocre Susan King is better than many other authors' best. If you haven't read The Swan Maiden or The Stone Maiden, try them first,but if you are without something to read on a rainy day or a chilly evening, this one is okay company.

Rating:
Summary: o.k.
Review: This is an o.k. story. It wasn't anything special. It didn't make me want to hurl it so that is good. But I did have a hard time finishing it. It wasn't as sensual or romantic as i am use to and the plot was slow and dull for my tastes. I like more to be at stake and this story just didn't do it. There was nothing really wrong with this book it is just that I have read better.

Rating:
Summary: Beautiful romance from a special writer
Review: This is the very best kind of historical romance -- unforgettable, original characters and a love story based in history with a touch of mystical magic. Ms. King is a beautiful writer, with a style that rises from the traditions of ancient Celtic legends, and THE SWORD MAIDEN ranks among her best work.
If you're looking for a stereotypical lairds-and-lassies-lovin'-in-the-highlands romance, than this isn't for you. But if you're looking for a special book you can savor, with a love story that will linger with you long after the last page, than try THE SWORD MAIDEN. A genuine five-star-winner!