The Scotsman's Lady

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Summary: warm, intreguing, sensual to the point, beautifully descibed
Review: A romance novel with a real story line! Enjoyed partaking of Linda Madl's research on boxing in 1828 London, also her handling of the orphans and children of the street was a great addition. Wonderful portrayal of hero and heroine. The mental attitude of twins, Charlotte and Cassie was refreshing! Thank you Ms Madl for a great 'read'!

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Summary: Hooray for the Brawlin' Scot!
Review: A romance novel with a real story line! Enjoyed partaking of Linda Madl's research on boxing in 1828 London, also her handling of the orphans and children of the street was a great addition. Wonderful portrayal of hero and heroine. The mental attitude of twins, Charlotte and Cassie was refreshing! Thank you Ms Madl for a great 'read'!

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Summary: additional reviews and my comments on THE SCOTSMAN'S LADY.
Review: THE SCOTSMAN'S LADY is about a girl, Charlotte, who sets out to change the most gorgeous man she's ever seen. He sets out to change her. He is successful, but not in the way he intends to be. Along the way they discover that they love each other despite their differences. Connor is a K.I.S.S. Hero according to Romantic Times. Bell, Book and Candles says, "Ms. Madl's wit and humor are brilliant. Excellent!" Belles and Beaux says, "THE SCOTSMAN'S LADY is fantastic." The Old Book Barn Gazette writes "Linda Madl's best book yet." Read THE SCOTSMAN'S LADY and let me know what you think.

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Summary: warm, intreguing, sensual to the point, beautifully descibed
Review: This was the first i have read of Ms. Madl's writings, very well done. I was most impressed with history of the time, the sensitivity of the characters and the family ties. I would be very eager to read other books by her. I only would have like to know the outcome of Gray Glen and Forbes.

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Summary: Disappointment in the last chapter of the book
Review: This well put together story held my interest until the last chapter. My first disappointment was Cassie's attitude towards her betrothed. Most of all I had hoped there would have been a better resolution between Connor, Ramsey Forbes and the whole Glen Gray affair. Maybe Ms Madl has a sequel in mind? This book left a lot of open doors. If there is a sequel, I'd certainly be interested in reading it.

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Summary: The "Brawlin' Scot" and the bluestocking
Review: What a wonderful read. When reading the reviews for the follow up to this book, The Scotsman's Bride, this book is much maligned. Pay them no heed, the book was wonderful. Connor McKensie, Earl of Kinleith, need to gain back Glen Gray - a former property of his clan and a much disputed piece of land between the McKensies and their enemies the Forbes. The problem is Glen Gray is currently in the possession of Davis St. John, Charlotte's father. In order to earn funds he desperately needs to attempt to buy back the land he becomes a prizefighter. Both Charlotte and Connor are attracted at first sight, and Connor thinks that cultivating their acquaintance can be good in the long run for his dealings with her father. Charlotte is gentle, studious, naive, reserved and wholly against boxing. Connor is bold, very physical, and actually enjoys his fighting. Sounds like they have nothing in common. Except each other. They arrange to show each other opposite sights in London. He shows her how the other half lives (foundling shelters, street fairs, etc.) while she takes him to see the sights and to literary groups.

The story was great and you can actually see them falling in love. The only part that I didn't care for was Connor's behavior during the championship fight. I didn't understand Ms. Madl's reasoning behind Connor's actions, but aside from that the story was definitely worthwhile.

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Summary: The "Brawlin' Scot" and the bluestocking
Review: What a wonderful read. When reading the reviews for the follow up to this book, The Scotsman's Bride, this book is much maligned. Pay them no heed, the book was wonderful. Connor McKensie, Earl of Kinleith, need to gain back Glen Gray - a former property of his clan and a much disputed piece of land between the McKensies and their enemies the Forbes. The problem is Glen Gray is currently in the possession of Davis St. John, Charlotte's father. In order to earn funds he desperately needs to attempt to buy back the land he becomes a prizefighter. Both Charlotte and Connor are attracted at first sight, and Connor thinks that cultivating their acquaintance can be good in the long run for his dealings with her father. Charlotte is gentle, studious, naive, reserved and wholly against boxing. Connor is bold, very physical, and actually enjoys his fighting. Sounds like they have nothing in common. Except each other. They arrange to show each other opposite sights in London. He shows her how the other half lives (foundling shelters, street fairs, etc.) while she takes him to see the sights and to literary groups.

The story was great and you can actually see them falling in love. The only part that I didn't care for was Connor's behavior during the championship fight. I didn't understand Ms. Madl's reasoning behind Connor's actions, but aside from that the story was definitely worthwhile.