The Highlander's Warrior Bride

Stolen Bride #4

by Eliza Knight

Their greatest opponent won’t be battled with a sword… But with their hearts… Ronan Sutherland is a fierce warrior. Swearing off all else, he thrives on his powerful position within William Wallace’s army. Freedom for the Scots is his mission—until he meets fair Julianna. She captivates him, intoxicates him…makes him want more out of life than what harsh dangers he’s accustomed to. Lady Julianna is no meek maiden. She’s trained in the art of war, sister to one of Scotland’s most powerful men, and tasked with keeping the future king safe. Until she’s kidnapped by a rivaling clan. Now her only hope is for the one man she trusts—and desires—to save her. Together, they’ll have to face down one of Scotland’s most treacherous foes… And keep from falling victim to the one thing they’ve both eluded thus far—love. Have you read the other books in the series? The Highlander's Temptation The Highlander's Reward The Highlander's Conquest The Highlander's Lady The Highlander's Warrior Bride The Highlander's Triumph The Highlander's Sin The Highlander's Charm Wild Highland Mistletoe The Highlander's Surrender Spin-off The Sutherland Legacy The Highlander's Gift The Highlander's Stolen Bride The Highlander's Hellion The Highlander's Secret Vow The Highlander's Enchantment The Highlander's Quest Spin-off series -- The Conquered Bride Series Conquered by the Highlander Seduced by the Laird Claimed by the Warrior Stolen by the Laird Taken by the Highlander Protected by the Laird Guarded by the Warrior

Genres: Historical Romance, Romance, Historical, Historical Fiction, Audiobook, Fiction, Ebooks

274 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 14, 2013

About the author

Eliza Knight is an award winning, USA Today and international bestselling author. Her love of history began as a young girl when she traipsed the halls of Versailles and ran through the fields in Southern France. She can still remember standing before the great golden palace, and imagining what life must have been like. Growing up in the Washington, D.C. area, her weekends were filled with visits to museums, and historical reenactments. Escape into history for courageous heroines, irresistible heroes and daring escapades. Join Eliza (sometimes as E.) on riveting historical journeys that cross landscapes around the world. She is a member of the Historical Novel Society and Novelists, Inc., the creator of the popular historical blog, History Undressed, and a co-host on the History, Books and Wine podcast. Eliza also writes contemporary women's fiction as Michelle Brandon.

While not reading, writing or researching for her latest book, she tries to keep up with her three not-so-little children. In her spare time (if there is such a thing…) she likes daydreaming, wine-tasting, traveling, hiking, staring at the stars, watching movies, shopping and visiting with family and friends. She lives atop a small mountain with her own knight in shining armor, three princesses, two very naughty Newfies, and a turtle named Fish.

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Reviews

[The Book Junkie Reads . . . · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have been wanting Ronan and Julianna’s story since the end of book one. I have been a very patient person. I have read each of the other books and enjoyed the each as they progress on the road with history, passion, loyalty, freedom, and love. I find that in this time period the warrior bride was a bit more than most would have cared to encounter, but there was something about her that I liked and enjoyed getting to know.

Watching the battles, the rescue, the love all come to play was enjoyable fast pace and worth the read to get to see it all take place. I loved watching the ups and down and ins and outs of the times with William Wallace and Robert Bruce. I found things so intriguing and reading it gave me more to get excited about. I loved Ronan. I loved Julianna. This was what I had been anticipating. The vivid clarity of the scenes. The sexy, hot, protective highlanders. The fierce ladies that command their love, loyalty and hearts. I find that there are more characters to loved aside from the ones that I want to read their HEA for. Scotland during the time of Robert Bruce and William Wallace sets hearts aflame and romance on a fierce playing field.

[Zoe · Rating 1 out of 5]

Again, I feel truly awful about my poor but consistent ratings of this author. I know her style is not my kind of thing but I somehow have to finish the series. I would have given this book 2 stars if it wasn't for Julianna. This is a extremely personal rating. I don't like the author's style and I don't like the warrior princess of a heroine.

[Clarice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ronan Sutherland is a fierce warrior, swearing off all else, he thrives on powerful position within William Wallace's army, Nothing would stand in his way until he meets the fair Julianna. She captivates him, intoxicates him, making Ronan want more out of life that he is accustomed to. Lady Julianna is no meek maiden. She has been trained in all the arts of war, sister to one of Scotland's most powerful men, and tasked with keeping the future king safe. Until she is kidnapped by a rivaling clan. Now her only hope is the one man she trusts and desires to save her. Together they will have to face down Scotland's most treacherous foes, them keep from falling victim to the one thing they had eluded them both so far -love.

[Laura Landry · Rating 3 out of 5]

To start off with, there was a bit too much modern slang and ways of speaking to make sense in this time period. Second....William Wallace and Robert the Bruce weren’t on the same side of the war at this point...Bruce was being forced to fight for the English at this time. And Wallace wasn’t hanging around in castles, for that matter. And even though it’s certainly possible that the Bruce had an older, illegitimate sister...it’s highly unlikely she’d have been forced to train as a warrior, much less acted as his personal body guard. And also, Robert the Bruce’s father did not betray him, but gave up his certain lands and claims to the throne so that his son would be able to take up the claim to the throne!!!!!! I sort of liked the story, but found that putting the Bruce in the role of a petulant younger brother didn’t please me at all.

And in addition, for Robert the Bruce to stay home during a battle is completely, ridiculously out of character. And then to imply he feigned illness to get out of a fight?! If nothing else, he was a warrior. The man had himself brought out onto the field of battle (before the fighting started) half dead from illness!!! He was not one to stay home and let others fight for his cause without him fighting along side!!!


And I don’t like how she doesn’t use complete sentences at times...for example on pg 239 in kindle for iPhone...”The man had to be responsible. Must have known that Ronan would return.” Could we have not used “(He) must have known.....”??? I know what she’s trying to do but she uses that technique so often it’s annoying and loses its effect.

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ronan Sutherland is the younger brother of the Sutherland Clan, he's a fierce warrior and holds an important position with William Wallace. Lady Julianna is a warrior, she's trained all her life to protect Robert Bruce and she has secrets few people know, which places her in grave danger. Together, these two make a fierce, tantalizing and impressive couple. I enjoyed how Julianna and Ronan worked together, fought their attraction, learned to trust each other and found love amongst the turmoil and ugliness that war brings. But, will Robert Bruce, wish to lose his fierce protector? Will he deny what two hearts long to have, their HEA?

"The Highlander's Warrior" is a quick read, fast paced with nail biting danger and filled with turns and turns. I thoroughly enjoyed Julianna and Ronan's story. I was captivated from the beginning and held breathlessly to the end.

Ms. Knight is a remarkable storyteller, who draws readers into her stories with her vivid details, her unpredictable but charming and engaging characters and her tantalizing plot.

If you enjoy action packed, danger filled with intriguing characters, brawn Highland warriors, fierce lasses and masterfully written stories, then "The Highlander's Warrior Bride" is a perfect story for you to read. Fantastic Medieval Scottish Romance!

I received a complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.

Rating: 4.5

Heat rating: Mild

Reviewed by: AprilR

[jj wechter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Skipping Off With The Bruce's Kin

Eliza Knight tells a good story. In this story, she explores a rarity for the time period, a female warrior, who happens to be charged with the personal protection of the Bruce. For years she has loyally and secretly served the Bruce without any intentions or desires to wed, but the Highlander, Ronan may be the one to change that. I found the story enjoyable. It should be noted that this is the 4th book in her Stolen Bride series, but can stand alone. If one overlooks the few occasions the other seems to lose track of something she'd written earlier(is: a character may tell another something, then later seem as if they never had or forgot), it would be worth reading her series. Enjoy!

[Bunga · Rating 4 out of 5]

Masih melanjutkan plot tentang perjuangan Robert the Bruce, William Wallace dan para highlander untuk melawan Inggris, kali ini tokohnya adalah Ronan dan Julianna. Ronan adalah adik dari Magnus dan Blane (hero di buku 1-2) dan Julianna sempat nongol di buku ke 3. Juliana adalah warrior wanita kepercayaan Robert The Bruce yang jago bela diri, senjatanya belati dan tusuk rambut beracun. Sebenarnya Ronan dan Juliana sdh ada tanda-tanda ketertarikan sejak di buku ke 3, makanya di buku ini cuma meneruskan gimana proses mereka untuk bisa bersama. Dengan dilemanya saat Ronan tahu siapa jati diri Juliana yang sebenarnya.

[Nancy Yohe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Freedom fighters.

Ronan Sutherland is the third son and a second in command to Wallace and the Bruce. Julianna is sister to the Bruce but no-one knows that. When she is held captive by Ross, Ronan is sent to rescue her and he does. The two already held an attraction to each other before that. When she sets out on her own to kill the Ross, Ronan goes after her again and their attraction grows. Well written story with strong characters and sizzling romance as the two serve the future king for freedom of Scotland.

[Lela · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love that Julianna is not your usual heroine, and that Ronan respects her as a warrior and a fighter.

I will say that I guessed her to be The Bruce's sister, even before she confirmed it to Ronan.

Good plot. I can't wait to see how they end up pinning Ross down though. He managed to escape, leaving a plot hanger- along with what's going to happen with Brandon Sinclair in the next story.

[Barbara Literski · Rating 5 out of 5]

WARRIOR LOVE

I enjoyed reading this book. Ronan Sutherland is the youngest of the 3 brothers. Then you have Lady
Julianne a warrior. She knows what she is doing when she getting ready for a battle. She has met her match on Ronan .

[Torre · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well, I couldn't like Julianna either. So the next book I am sure I wont be able to read as the h is the kings whore. I don't do mistresses or whores, and although I realize she probably had no choice in the matter the author did.

[Autumn Iriarte · Rating 5 out of 5]

She thought duty would never allow love. He thought duty would keep him from love. Then they met and found their duties worked in tandum and so did their love for each other. A warrior and his warrior bride.

[Judy Lea · Rating 3 out of 5]

Headline

Again, way too much filth. Close the bedroom door!!! Language not great. A book this full of history doesn't need it. Even if it is fiction it is close to the truth of what was happening in those times.

[Linda Ober · Rating 2 out of 5]

worst book in a long time

This is the 5th book I have read by Eliza Knight. At first the time period of the book is what drew me to the series. At first I found it interesting, but now everything sounds so ridiculous. I greatly disliked the h and the H did nothing for me. And the ending was a NOTHING.

[Delaney · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Tracy Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favorite in the series with strong leads and an equal partnership.

[Kay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read. A little steamier than I like but still enjoyed the character development, the intrigue of the story line and historical times. Will read others in series since they were loaned to me.

[Kimberly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved the audiobook!

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book four done. On to 5.

[John A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stolen Bride Julianna

I enjoyed the pace of the book and the two main characters were strong! The story line could have been stronger!

[Martha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another good book by Eliza Knight.

[Brenda Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

So far this was one of me favorites.

[Fiona Andrew · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous

[Natalie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Loved the main characters, loved the power dynamic being one of mutual appreciation. Didn’t enjoy how many of the romantic elements felt copy and paste from previous books in this series.

[Alisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great job by narrator. I'm loving Clan Sutherland.

[Mary-Maureen Hardie, Mary-Maure · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 4 Sutherland Stolen Brides

This is book 4. I so much enjoyed reading book 3 and book 4, more so than book 1 and 2. Characters are fantastic.

[Ann Gonzalez · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Ronan and Julianna's book. It was a great addition to the series but can be read alone. Not many slow moments as the book flows at a good pace.

[Kiesha ~ Gwenllian ferch Gruffydd · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this read. When I started reading The Highlander's Reward Ronan was probably the most interesting brother to me. In retrospect it was because he was the only one who didn't have a 'place' so to speak - Magnus was laird, Blane sold their goods @ market and then there's Ronan. Ronan was a great hero. I thought that he had a great personality, he was cunning and I felt that he kept our alpha female, Julianna at bay without violence. He appeared to study and learn her. Ronan had some moments when I was ready to throttle him for his idiocy but I couldn't stay mad at him long. He was my favorite hero from this series.

Moving on to the heroine.

Alpha female is probably an understatement. I usually dislike alpha females but this character had much more depth than most. I was familiar with Julianna from The Highlander's Lady and I dreaded reading about her journey of love. What I discovered was a vulnerable girl who'd basically had her destiny chosen for her--as so many women did back in those days but in the form of marriage; for Julianna, being a warrior was her destiny. Although she was tough as nails, we also get a glimpse of her softer side. We see the insecure girl who longs to do her duty and be loved by Ronan. She had a few cases of shrewitis but she usually apologized or addresses the issues fairly quickly. She knew when she was wrong and would admit it freely in most cases. It was nice seeing her transform from a Warrior Woman to a Warrior Woman in love. ♥

I loved these two together. Ronan complimented Julianna's fiery and impulsive temper (she was somewhat impulsive in the sense that she was quick to anger). Julianna in turn accepted Ronan for what he was, no matter his station in life. Now that is not to say that I didn't want to give these two a three stooges type headbutt while yelling "chuckle heads!" They had quiet a few misunderstandings but as I said, they were addressed fairly quickly.

The plot was great. Even though this isn't my first time reading this book, I was very engaged. I have to say that one of my favorite characters in the series is WILLIAM WALLACE. Corrie James does his voice perfectly and he's hilarious! I love his gruffness. I also enjoy how the author portrays Robert the Bruce as somewhat unsure about himself and his destiny. I initially rated this book 4 but upon listening again, it deserves 5 stars. Probably the best out of the series.

[Edwina " I LoveBooks" "Deb" · Rating 3 out of 5]

JUST OK!!!

The Highlander's Warrior Bride picks up right wear bk 3 The Highlanders Lady ends. Julianna is being held prisoner by Laird Ross. She is being badly treated. Julianna has helped Myra from bk 3 escaped captivity by Ross. Ross is working for the British. Julianna escapes easy enough. Why didn't she escape before. I guess she was waiting because she wanted them to think she was weak. Ronan was sent to Robert the Bruce and William Wallace to train the warriors for there up an coming battle with the British. He and Julianna have a great chemistry and attraction to one another. I guess I am just sick of the evil Laird Ross storyline and I am sad about what really happens in history with Robert the Bruce and William Wallace. Ronan thinks Julianna is the lover to William Wallace or Robert the Bruce. Julianna has a secret as to who she really is. She is a true warrior women and she is not an innocent Miss. She is a grown experienced women who knows her own mine and desires. She just won't act on them. I am not sure how I feel about her being not virtuous. I think I prefer the innocent Miss, but it makes sense since she is a warrior. The angst or misunderstanding between the H/H is one that is so easy resolved. It really didn't make all that much sense. She won't tell who she really is and she is a warrior and can't have a relationship. He can never marry because he is a warrior and he thinks Julianna is someone else s lover..

[Rumpusparable · Rating 3 out of 5]

I've been enjoying this series but this one felt rather flat to me.

I liked the angle of the strong and capable fighting heroine and them fighting together. Also that it wasn't the standard virgin-lady setup.

But the romance felt lacking, like the spark between them fell short and just wasn't that believable.

And the ending was terribly frustrating for me. Like so many romances, to include in this series, the book ends after they marry and are oh so happy to be. Now, I admittedly prefer those that go on after the wedding some or even start with the wedding and go from there, but the wedding ending is completely appropriate to most romances.

This one though... she's a warrior women, he's a warrior man, the book puts special and on-going importance on how they love this about each other, the fact that they find they fight so well together, and the political war state of the English vs Scottish with the big battle coming up. Then they get married just before the battle and the book ends. I looked forward to reading on about how this fight went with this warrior couple together as man and wife.

It just stopped before a big action sequence involving the basis of their attraction and interactions through the book.

Frustrating. I didn't like the end at all.

So three stars as it wasn't bad but wasn't great, either.