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Highland Yearning - Release Day Blitz with Review and Giveaway

7/20/2016

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                            Highland Yearning
                                                               The Mackay Saga
​                                       By Dawn Ireland
                                          Genre: Highland Time Travel (set in 1775)
                                                 Publisher: Soul Mate Publishing
                                                    Date of Publication: July 20th

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​Caden Mackay would never bed a Sutherland, let alone marry one. Bloody hell, what had possessed his twin brother to propose to one of the she-devils? And what is Caden to do with the Sutherland beauty who appears, as if by magic, in his library? The defiant intruder is the enemy, but she is unlike any woman Caden’s ever known, and her tantalizing curves and wide green eyes could tempt a monk. He must devise a way to stop the wedding. But can he stop the desire that makes him long to make Ariel Sutherland his own?

Ariel’s life had never gone the way she’d hoped, but ending up in eighteenth century Scotland was a stretch, even for her. If not for her dog, Scruffy, she might have thought she’d walked into a romantic daydream. Especially since the object of her desire appears to be entirely too virile. But can she find her way back to her time, before her too-handsome Highlander makes her believe that love can conquer in any century?
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​Caden turned to his cousin. “We’ll search the windows above. By now the coward has fled, but we may yet find something to unmask our would-be assassin. Then we’ll attend to your urgent matter.”
He drew Ariel aside far enough that Ian couldn’t hear them. His expression screamed, I’d rather fight a dozen well-armed warriors than be in debt to a Sutherland. “Thank you for . . .” He simply stared at her.
“Saving your life?” She waited. Nothing. “Kissing you?” She raised her eyebrows. “Just trying to fill in the blank here.”
He blanched, but then heat filled his eyes. “Aye.”
“Well, one of us had to take the bull by the horns.” Okay, best not to dwell on that image. “I mean, I was curious. I wanted to kiss you. No big deal. It was just a kiss.”
“Aye.”
“Will you stop agreeing with me.”
His smile was genuine and she felt it to the tips of her toes. Good heavens, the man had charisma.
“I’ve nae had a woman who wanted me to disagree with her.”
“Well, I’m not like most women.” That was true enough. She’d never done the ‘let’s talk about boys, clothes and makeup thing’ with a group of girls. Somehow, she’d never fit in.
He smiled down at her. “Aye.”
“There you go, agreeing again.”
“Perhaps it’s because you make yourself so agreeable.”
She couldn’t contain the laughter that burst from her lips. “Really?” The word came out between gasps. “Oh, I wish you could have been there to tell my teachers. Not that they’d believe you. They thought I questioned everything.”
“Then they didnae ken you.” His brows drew together. “I believe the stone was meant for me, but just in case, I want you to take care.
Her laughter died. “Why would anyone want to kill me?”
“Have you offended anyone aside from Ranald, the Countess or Robertson since I met you?”
“I don’t-So, I speak my mind. Is there a law against that in this century?”
“No. And I prefer plain speaking, but I’m nae most men.”
“No, you’re not.”
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 Absolutely enthralling! After reading the first book in this saga, I was completely blown away by this one! From the very beginning, I was captivated and immediately thrown into a completely enchanting story of time travel, steamy love and adventure! The storyline was very original and the author keeps everything pretty historically accurate as you're immersed into Highland clans and their social structures. The main character Caden just about burned my pants off - he's the embodiment of my every highlander fantasy and I'm left daydreaming about him at random moments. The heroine Ariel is strong, fiery and has just a sparky fun attitude considering she just got thrown back in time 200 years. With plenty of plot twists and a sprinkling of mystery, this book kept me completely enthralled and eagerly devouring the pages. The writing was very well executed and descriptive, flowing smoothly without a single dull moment. The romance was spicy yet still sweet and not too dirty-  but definitely enough to make my toes curl at times. Overall, this book was a true treat to experience and I wish the book could just go on forever! I really didn't want it to end! I'll definitely be on the lookout for more from this author!
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​“Once Upon a Time” are four of Dawn’s favorite words, because she never knows where they will lead. She writes stories to remind herself that even though things may seem bleak, there is always the possibility of a “Happily Ever After.” If along the way she makes readers smile, cry or see the magic in their everyday lives, then she’s done her job.

Dawn’s written several award-winning novels set in Georgian England and the Highlands – an era filled with rules and intrigue. Her characters often defy “Society” as they pursue love, run away, pursue, run away – well, you get the idea.
Then again, she might write romance in order to do the research. What other profession encourages you to sit in the audience at Harlequin’s Male Model search, and take notes, or just sigh?

When she’s not writing, Dawn may be found singing, gardening, learning to play the harp or wood carving. She lives in a Victorian home in Upstate New York with her husband and very independent cats.

Dawn hopes you’ll read her books, and together you’ll bring to life characters that aren’t perfect, but have a story to tell.

​www.dawn-ireland.com
www.authordawnIreland.wordpress.com
www.smpauthors.wordpress.com
www.Twitter.com/AuthorDIreland
www.Facebook.com/DawnIrelandAuthor
www.writeblogconnect.wordpress.com
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3 Comments
Dawn Ireland link
7/20/2016 07:44:17 pm

Thank you for sharing in my release day for Highland Yearning!!! I appreciate your help:)

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tracee
7/25/2016 09:42:40 am

What a fun excerpt

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Maia Silverdagger
7/25/2016 09:51:00 am

I adored this book!!

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