I didn't get this review posted on here the other day since my grandchild minding duties were in high demand. I read the novel below very quickly when I got my pre-ordered copy from Amazon.
A Highland Captive by Cathie Dunn
I thoroughly enjoyed the Scottish locations in this enthralling
medieval adventure, the descriptions of highlands and islands very atmospheric.
The choice of which faction to back during the late thirteenth century Scottish
Wars of Independence was a tough one and many clansmen ended up being on the
wrong side of a sword blade. Sometimes this was through gullibility, though
treachery was also rife as we experience in A Highland Captive.
Isobel de Moray
has some tough choices to make since placing her trust isn’t easy when faced
with unenviable situations. I very much enjoyed how the author portrays her vulnerability,
though Isobel’s definitely no wimp. When options for a woman of status were
limited, it was great to follow Isobel’s reasoning, even if it seems skewed as
seen through my twenty-first century lens.
The endearing hero Cailean makes
decisions that are honour bound but he’s also got some deep personal issues to
work through which he manages very effectively. There are some well-described
secondary characters, balanced by some nasty double-crossers that you would not
want to meet on a little boat carrying you between the Scottish mainland and
the islands.
A Highland Captive is definitely recommended for readers who
enjoy a historical Scottish romantic adventure!
Wishing you enjoyable reading...
Slainthe!
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