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The MacGregors: Highland Heirs #2.5
The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan
"Scottish romance at its very best! Deliciously romantic and sensual, Paula Quinn captures the heart of the Highlands in a tender, passionate romance that you won't be able to put down."
--MONICA McCARTY, New York Times bestselling author on Seduced by a Highlander
New York Times bestselling author Paula Quinn continues her Highland Heirs series in this not-to-be missed novella.
SHE WOULD NOT BE CONQUERED . . .
Janet Buchanan is no man's property. She refuses to marry her family's sworn enemy-consequences be damned. She'd rather take a dagger to the brute herself. Yet when a tantalizing-and infuriating-man from her past comes to her rescue, Janet finds herself undeniably tempted by his hot, hungry kiss.
HE COULD NOT BE TAMED . . .
Notorious for his prowess as a lover and a fighter, Darach Grant has only one goal in to defend his kin's land from the impending siege of a hostile clan. The last thing he needs is the delicious distraction of Janet Buchanan-the only woman who can stir his ire as deeply as she warms his blood. But Janet's intended will stop at nothing to claim her, forcing Darach to choose between surrendering his honor . . . or his heart.
(25,000 words)
--MONICA McCARTY, New York Times bestselling author on Seduced by a Highlander
New York Times bestselling author Paula Quinn continues her Highland Heirs series in this not-to-be missed novella.
SHE WOULD NOT BE CONQUERED . . .
Janet Buchanan is no man's property. She refuses to marry her family's sworn enemy-consequences be damned. She'd rather take a dagger to the brute herself. Yet when a tantalizing-and infuriating-man from her past comes to her rescue, Janet finds herself undeniably tempted by his hot, hungry kiss.
HE COULD NOT BE TAMED . . .
Notorious for his prowess as a lover and a fighter, Darach Grant has only one goal in to defend his kin's land from the impending siege of a hostile clan. The last thing he needs is the delicious distraction of Janet Buchanan-the only woman who can stir his ire as deeply as she warms his blood. But Janet's intended will stop at nothing to claim her, forcing Darach to choose between surrendering his honor . . . or his heart.
(25,000 words)
111 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2014
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Paula Quinn
58 books1,389 followersPaula Quinn is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author of medieval, Scottish historical, and paranormal romance. To date, four of her books have garnered a starred review from Publishers Weekly. She has been nominated for Storyteller of the year by RT Book Reviews and every one of her books from the Children of the Mist series have garnered Top Picks from RT Book Reviews. Check out her series, Hearts of the Highlands featuring the brave, romantic MacPhersons on Amazon now!
Also, look for her new time-travel series Echoes In Time coming soon!
Also, look for her new time-travel series Echoes In Time coming soon!
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October 21, 2014
Swept Away By Romance's Duel review for The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan
Kristen – 3 1/2 Stars
Kathleen – 4 Stars
What Worked
Kristen says: Janet and Darach's story was a nice introduction and set-up for this new series.
The witty banter between Janet and Darach. They had a love/hate relationship that was very amusing, and made it a fun read.
I also loved that this was about the third generation of the MacGregor and Grant clans from a series perspective, and I think it's fantastic that readers get to move on with this family.
Kathleen says: Paula Quinn sure knows how to write a book with authentic Scottish brogue, it REALLY added a lot to my overall enjoyment of this story.
The banter between Darach and Janet was fun to read.
I really liked that Darach was a poet and a song writer. He also said some very romantic things that made me fall in love with him.
The sensual chemistry between Darach and Janet, I could REALLY feel the attraction they had for each other.
What Didn't Work
Kristen says: A dramatic event towards the end of the book felt somewhat fabricated and wrapped up too quickly. This might have been necessary because of the book's length, but I wish the author would have considered giving this deserving couple a full length novel. Janet and Darach's story didn't reach its full potential.
Kathleen says: The ending was abrupt. I was expecting more, but the end came at 75% on my Kindle which threw me for a loop. I was NOT ready for it to end at that point, and thought there was going to be more.
Best Scene(s) and/or Quote(s)
Kristen says: When Janet realizes that Darach has returned to the castle and she needs to move back to her own room. It was a fun scene to read and I grinned the whole time.
I also loved this scene and banter between the two of them!
Kathleen says: I really enjoyed the scene when Darach realized that Janet had been sleeping in his bed chamber after he had been gone from Ravenglade for a while. It was funny reading how Janet tried to explain the letters that Darach had found in his chamber that she had written about him.
Janet heard someone playing a lovely tune on the bagpipes only to find that it was Darach who was playing them.
There was a very dramatic event involving Janet at the end which really affected Darach. Then what he did after that was a very exciting part of the book.
Favorite Character
Kristen says: Janet...she was feisty, strong-willed but yet vulnerable, the perfect blend for a heroine.
Darach...he was a full-fledged warrior with the heart of a poet. At times it embarrassed him, but I loved his hard edges along with soft side.
Kathleen says: My favorite character was Darach. I thought the fact that he was a poet, a song writer and could play musical instruments was a refreshing character trait. Of course, he was also a fearsome warrior and always ready to defend and keep his loved ones safe. He was sexy, good in bed, and said some really romantic things which added to his overall appeal. In my eyes he was the perfect Highland hero.
Overall Thoughts
Kristen says: I really enjoyed this novella, it had a lot of depth , humor and characterization considering the length of the book. However, I think Janet and Darach were a little short changed, they deserved to have their full story told, which in a way it was and sort of wasn't. The book did focus on their relationship and not so much on what went on with the secondary characters, which I appreciated, but because I enjoyed these two so much I wanted more. Maybe a short epilogue would have done the trick and satisfied my need to know more....a little peek into the future.
One thing I would recommend is that readers brush up on the past history of these families so you don't find yourself confused as to who is related to who. There is a family tree in the beginning of this book which you can reference and it's a great tool to refresh your memory, it certainly helped me.
Overall , The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan was delight to read and I am very much looking forward to jumping back into clan life with the Grants and MacGregors!
Kathleen says: The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanon grabbed my attention from start to finish. For a it had a pretty jam-packed story line. Even though Darach was my favorite character I also LIKED Janet too. She was smart, brave, strong and faced her fears head on. I could easily feel the attraction these two had for each other. Paula Quinn didn't disappoint with the heat level either. These scenes were spicy and written very well, just the way I like them. There were also a few action scenes that added excitement.
It’s been a while since I last read a book by Paula Quinn and after reading this book I can honestly say that I’ve been missing out. I now feel the need to read more of her excellent Scottish romances.
A copy of the book was provided by the author and Grand Central Publishing via NetGalley
Kristen – 3 1/2 Stars
Kathleen – 4 Stars
What Worked
Kristen says: Janet and Darach's story was a nice introduction and set-up for this new series.
The witty banter between Janet and Darach. They had a love/hate relationship that was very amusing, and made it a fun read.
I also loved that this was about the third generation of the MacGregor and Grant clans from a series perspective, and I think it's fantastic that readers get to move on with this family.
Kathleen says: Paula Quinn sure knows how to write a book with authentic Scottish brogue, it REALLY added a lot to my overall enjoyment of this story.
The banter between Darach and Janet was fun to read.
I really liked that Darach was a poet and a song writer. He also said some very romantic things that made me fall in love with him.
The sensual chemistry between Darach and Janet, I could REALLY feel the attraction they had for each other.
What Didn't Work
Kristen says: A dramatic event towards the end of the book felt somewhat fabricated and wrapped up too quickly. This might have been necessary because of the book's length, but I wish the author would have considered giving this deserving couple a full length novel. Janet and Darach's story didn't reach its full potential.
Kathleen says: The ending was abrupt. I was expecting more, but the end came at 75% on my Kindle which threw me for a loop. I was NOT ready for it to end at that point, and thought there was going to be more.
Best Scene(s) and/or Quote(s)
Kristen says: When Janet realizes that Darach has returned to the castle and she needs to move back to her own room. It was a fun scene to read and I grinned the whole time.
I also loved this scene and banter between the two of them!
“How d’ye know there are twenty-six Menzies in their camp,” she asked him. How could he possibly know for certain? “Or where their camp is exactly?”
“I counted them.” He glanced up when their cook, Kevin, her cousin twice removed, entered the Great Hall. “Ye…” He wasn’t just an arrogant fool, but also a mad, arrogant fool.
“Ye counted them?” she asked him, almost speechless. She cast her gaze to Will.
“Aye,” Darach told her, “this mornin’ while they slept.”
He was mad… or utterly fearless and possibly able to get them out of this. “Why did ye not kill them all then?”
“Because as skilled a fighter as I am, I canna’ kill twenty-six men at once. Really, Miss Buchanan, plans must be made before an attack.” He cast her brother an impatient look, then returned his gaze to her. “Ye will bring m’ plans to ruin if ye try anything foolish.”
She wanted to shout at him that she didn’t care about his plans. It was her life to be sacrificed to a bleating goat. Was she supposed to entrust her life to a man she’d met all but two times, and both times, he was beaten to a bloody mess? He could barely defend himself, let alone her and a castle. She was afraid.
Kathleen says: I really enjoyed the scene when Darach realized that Janet had been sleeping in his bed chamber after he had been gone from Ravenglade for a while. It was funny reading how Janet tried to explain the letters that Darach had found in his chamber that she had written about him.
Janet heard someone playing a lovely tune on the bagpipes only to find that it was Darach who was playing them.
There was a very dramatic event involving Janet at the end which really affected Darach. Then what he did after that was a very exciting part of the book.
Favorite Character
Kristen says: Janet...she was feisty, strong-willed but yet vulnerable, the perfect blend for a heroine.
Darach...he was a full-fledged warrior with the heart of a poet. At times it embarrassed him, but I loved his hard edges along with soft side.
Kathleen says: My favorite character was Darach. I thought the fact that he was a poet, a song writer and could play musical instruments was a refreshing character trait. Of course, he was also a fearsome warrior and always ready to defend and keep his loved ones safe. He was sexy, good in bed, and said some really romantic things which added to his overall appeal. In my eyes he was the perfect Highland hero.
Overall Thoughts
Kristen says: I really enjoyed this novella, it had a lot of depth , humor and characterization considering the length of the book. However, I think Janet and Darach were a little short changed, they deserved to have their full story told, which in a way it was and sort of wasn't. The book did focus on their relationship and not so much on what went on with the secondary characters, which I appreciated, but because I enjoyed these two so much I wanted more. Maybe a short epilogue would have done the trick and satisfied my need to know more....a little peek into the future.
One thing I would recommend is that readers brush up on the past history of these families so you don't find yourself confused as to who is related to who. There is a family tree in the beginning of this book which you can reference and it's a great tool to refresh your memory, it certainly helped me.
Overall , The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan was delight to read and I am very much looking forward to jumping back into clan life with the Grants and MacGregors!
Kathleen says: The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanon grabbed my attention from start to finish. For a it had a pretty jam-packed story line. Even though Darach was my favorite character I also LIKED Janet too. She was smart, brave, strong and faced her fears head on. I could easily feel the attraction these two had for each other. Paula Quinn didn't disappoint with the heat level either. These scenes were spicy and written very well, just the way I like them. There were also a few action scenes that added excitement.
It’s been a while since I last read a book by Paula Quinn and after reading this book I can honestly say that I’ve been missing out. I now feel the need to read more of her excellent Scottish romances.
A copy of the book was provided by the author and Grand Central Publishing via NetGalley
October 20, 2014
Kathleen & Kristen’s Dual Review posted at: Swept Away By Romance
What Worked
Kathleen says: Paula Quinn sure knows how to write a book with authentic Scottish brogue, it REALLY added a lot to my overall enjoyment of this story.
The banter between Darach and Janet was fun to read.
I really liked that Darach was a poet and a song writer. He also said some very romantic things that made me fall in love with him.
The sensual chemistry between Darach and Janet, I could REALLY feel the attraction they had for each other.
Kristen says: Janet and Darach's story was a nice introduction and set-up for this new series.
The witty banter between Janet and Darach. They had a love/hate relationship that was very amusing, and made it a fun read.
I also loved that this was about the third generation of the MacGregor and Grant clans from a series perspective, and I think it's fantastic that readers get to move on with this family.
What Didn't Work
Kathleen says: The ending was abrupt. I was expecting more, but the end came at 75% on my Kindle which threw me for a loop. I was NOT ready for it to end at that point, and thought there was going to be more.
Kristen says: A dramatic event towards the end of the book felt somewhat fabricated and wrapped up too quickly. This might have been necessary because of the book's length, but I wish the author would have considered giving this deserving couple a full length novel. Janet and Darach's story didn't reach its full potential.
Best Scene(s) and/or Quote(s)
Kathleen says: I really enjoyed the scene when Darach realized that Janet had been sleeping in his bed chamber after he had been gone from Ravenglade for a while. It was funny reading how Janet tried to explain the letters that Darach had found in his chamber that she had written about him.
Janet heard someone playing a lovely tune on the bagpipes only to find that it was Darach who was playing them.
There was a very dramatic event involving Janet at the end which really affected Darach. Then what he did after that was a very exciting part of the book!
Kristen says: When Janet realizes that Darach has returned to the castle and she needs to move back to her own room. It was a fun scene to read and I grinned the whole time.
I also loved this scene and banter between the two of them!
“How d’ye know there are twenty-six Menzies in their camp,” she asked him. How could he possibly know for certain? “Or where their camp is exactly?”
“I counted them.” He glanced up when their cook, Kevin, her cousin twice removed, entered the Great Hall. “Ye…” He wasn’t just an arrogant fool, but also a mad, arrogant fool.
“Ye counted them?” she asked him, almost speechless. She cast her gaze to Will.
“Aye,” Darach told her, “this mornin’ while they slept.”
He was mad… or utterly fearless and possibly able to get them out of this. “Why did ye not kill them all then?”
“Because as skilled a fighter as I am, I canna’ kill twenty-six men at once. Really, Miss Buchanan, plans must be made before an attack.” He cast her brother an impatient look, then returned his gaze to her. “Ye will bring m’ plans to ruin if ye try anything foolish.”
She wanted to shout at him that she didn’t care about his plans. It was her life to be sacrificed to a bleating goat. Was she supposed to entrust her life to a man she’d met all but two times, and both times, he was beaten to a bloody mess? He could barely defend himself, let alone her and a castle. She was afraid.
Favorite Character(s)
Kathleen says: My favorite character was Darach. I thought the fact that he was a poet, a song writer and could play musical instruments was a refreshing character trait. Of course, he was also a fearsome warrior and always ready to defend and keep his loved ones safe. He was sexy, good in bed, and said some really romantic things which added to his overall appeal. In my eyes he was the perfect Highland hero.
Kristen says: Janet...she was feisty, strong-willed but yet vulnerable, the perfect blend for a heroine.
Darach...he was a full-fledged warrior with the heart of a poet. At times it embarrassed him, but I loved his hard edges along with soft side.
Overall Thoughts
Kathleen says: The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanon grabbed my attention from start to finish. For a it had a pretty jam-packed story line. Even though Darach was my favorite character I also LIKED Janet too. She was smart, brave, strong and faced her fears head on. I could easily feel the attraction these two had for each other. Paula Quinn didn't disappoint with the heat level either. These scenes were spicy and written very well, just the way I like them. There were also a few action scenes that added excitement.
It’s been a while since I last read a book by Paula Quinn and after reading this book I can honestly say that I’ve been missing out. I now feel the need to read more of her excellent Scottish romances. ~ 4 Stars!
Kristen says: I really enjoyed this novella, it had a lot of depth , humor and characterization considering the length of the book. However, I think Janet and Darach were a little short changed, they deserved to have their full story told, which in a way it was and sort of wasn't. The book did focus on their relationship and not so much on what went on with the secondary characters, which I appreciated, but because I enjoyed these two so much I wanted more. Maybe a short epilogue would have done the trick and satisfied my need to know more....a little peek into the future.
One thing I would recommend is that readers brush up on the past history of these families so you don't find yourself confused as to who is related to who. There is a family tree in the beginning of this book which you can reference and it's a great tool to refresh your memory, it certainly helped me.
Overall , The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan was delight to read and I am very much looking forward to jumping back into clan life with the Grants and MacGregors! ~ 3.5 Stars!
*A copy of the book was provided by the author and Grand Central Publishing via NetGalley*
March 13, 2016
Nothing spectacular about this story but it is a solid Paula Quinn tale. I do think the "Mist" franchise has reached its end though.
The story is too short to really have something going between Darach and Janet but they had a history so that helped. Little romance, one sex scene, a very very very rebellious heroine (so not my thing but it obviously is Darach's) and a obnoxious hero. Paula Quinn writes well but I really hope that she comes up with a new series or leave her Mist peeps behind her sooner than later.
The story is too short to really have something going between Darach and Janet but they had a history so that helped. Little romance, one sex scene, a very very very rebellious heroine (so not my thing but it obviously is Darach's) and a obnoxious hero. Paula Quinn writes well but I really hope that she comes up with a new series or leave her Mist peeps behind her sooner than later.
October 11, 2014
The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan is number 1.5 in The MacGregors: Highland Heirs. I’ve been waiting with patience…no, that’s a lie! I have been so anxious for Darach’s book (it could have something to do with my adoration of his father Finn!) I wasn’t disappointed at all.
Janet Buchanan was promised to marry Roddie Menzie…it would happen over her dead body! Janet’s brother, as steward to Ravenglade, agreed to the marriage as a delay tactic to keep the warring Menzie clan from invading and killing all of the soldiers defending the keep of Malcom MacGregor. If Janet would marry Roddie, he would end his attacks on the castle. Their only hope would be if Malcom and his army could come in time to defeat the Menzies and stop the farce of a marriage before it happened. Malcom was otherwise occupied and sent an army…of one. Darach Grant.
Darach, son of a legendary Bard, was more of a fighter but still had a wee bit of a poet’s heart in him, though he tried hard to keep that fact hidden from his cousins. Malcom convinced Darach to go to his holding to protect it from the Menzies, who were determined to take it over. Darach would rather be with his cousins, chasing down pirates who had abducted Malcom’s sister, but he went to Ravenglade. He stood a fair chance at winning the battle against the Menzies, but against Janet Buchanan…he was helpless.
When I met Darach and Janet the first time in The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell, I knew they were a perfect match. Darach, the Casanova of Scotland, never thinks about a lass after he has leaves her bed, and he doesn’t grace the same bed twice. But he can’t seem to get the fiery, contrary Janet out of his mind…and he’s never even bedded her! Janet has lost her heart to the feckless Darach, who cares for nothing but his own pleasure and fighting. When they get together the sparks fly and tempers clash and I fall in love with them. I not only fell in love with the tender side of the warrior who saved fair Janet, but I fell in love with the heroine in this story too. Janet is a woman after my own heart, taking control of her own future, not waiting for mere men to do the job for her.
There were so many poignant moments in this novella, I had trouble picking the one that moved me the most, but I think I’ll choose the scene with the pipes and Darach leaning on the castle wall. I listened to Paula’s playlist (found in her bonus section at www.paulaquinn.com) that she used while writing this book and I highly recommend you do the same!
Ms. Quinn is permanently on my auto-buy list and I am anxiously awaiting each new book. Even though this was a novella, it had more substance than most full length books I’ve been reading lately. Next up is The Wicked Ways of Alexander Kidd, due to be released October 28th 2014 (yes, I’ve pre-ordered it!) In the meantime, download this one and enjoy the afternoon with a sexy roguish Highlander and the bane of his existence, Janet ;-)
Until Next Time!
xxoo Terree
Janet Buchanan was promised to marry Roddie Menzie…it would happen over her dead body! Janet’s brother, as steward to Ravenglade, agreed to the marriage as a delay tactic to keep the warring Menzie clan from invading and killing all of the soldiers defending the keep of Malcom MacGregor. If Janet would marry Roddie, he would end his attacks on the castle. Their only hope would be if Malcom and his army could come in time to defeat the Menzies and stop the farce of a marriage before it happened. Malcom was otherwise occupied and sent an army…of one. Darach Grant.
Darach, son of a legendary Bard, was more of a fighter but still had a wee bit of a poet’s heart in him, though he tried hard to keep that fact hidden from his cousins. Malcom convinced Darach to go to his holding to protect it from the Menzies, who were determined to take it over. Darach would rather be with his cousins, chasing down pirates who had abducted Malcom’s sister, but he went to Ravenglade. He stood a fair chance at winning the battle against the Menzies, but against Janet Buchanan…he was helpless.
When I met Darach and Janet the first time in The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell, I knew they were a perfect match. Darach, the Casanova of Scotland, never thinks about a lass after he has leaves her bed, and he doesn’t grace the same bed twice. But he can’t seem to get the fiery, contrary Janet out of his mind…and he’s never even bedded her! Janet has lost her heart to the feckless Darach, who cares for nothing but his own pleasure and fighting. When they get together the sparks fly and tempers clash and I fall in love with them. I not only fell in love with the tender side of the warrior who saved fair Janet, but I fell in love with the heroine in this story too. Janet is a woman after my own heart, taking control of her own future, not waiting for mere men to do the job for her.
There were so many poignant moments in this novella, I had trouble picking the one that moved me the most, but I think I’ll choose the scene with the pipes and Darach leaning on the castle wall. I listened to Paula’s playlist (found in her bonus section at www.paulaquinn.com) that she used while writing this book and I highly recommend you do the same!
Ms. Quinn is permanently on my auto-buy list and I am anxiously awaiting each new book. Even though this was a novella, it had more substance than most full length books I’ve been reading lately. Next up is The Wicked Ways of Alexander Kidd, due to be released October 28th 2014 (yes, I’ve pre-ordered it!) In the meantime, download this one and enjoy the afternoon with a sexy roguish Highlander and the bane of his existence, Janet ;-)
Until Next Time!
xxoo Terree
November 11, 2014
❤❤❤❤
Setting: Fall, early 18th century.
Why this book has to be novella? Only if it were a bit longer, I would rate it 5 solid stars! I loved the main characters; Darach has great and Janet is feisty, and their romance was sweet. The suspense scenes were enjoyable too.
Recommended.
RD: Oct. 7, 2014.
Setting: Fall, early 18th century.
Why this book has to be novella? Only if it were a bit longer, I would rate it 5 solid stars! I loved the main characters; Darach has great and Janet is feisty, and their romance was sweet. The suspense scenes were enjoyable too.
Recommended.
RD: Oct. 7, 2014.
November 23, 2014
3.5 Stars
After reading a little about Janet and Darach in The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell last year, I was very intrigued. Janet and Darach had so much tension between them in that book that I thought their story would be great. Unfortunately, it’s not what I expected.
Janet is to marry a man who she despises due to her duty to her family, but she’d be damned if the wedding actually happens. Of course just in time, Darach comes to help with the situation. Feeling out of choices, he decides the best way out is to marry Janet himself.
Janet and Darach’s story was short and sweet. I love that Janet is strong willed and maybe even fierce. She is always willing to fight for what she believes in. Darach, well, what don’t I like about him. He is the epitome of a bad boy in quilt and a sword. Most definitely fierce and man, I would love to go camping with him. But what I didn’t like so much was the angst between them and quickly replaced with love in a heartbeat. I know they’ve known each other from before and had some connection, but their romance came too quick for me. Given some scenes were a must, due to duty or circumstance, but I would've liked to see a little more courtship or at least some time to truly fall for each other. I feel that the story was rushed, and it would’ve been a more satisfying story if perhaps, it was a full-length novel.
*ARC provided by publisher
After reading a little about Janet and Darach in The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell last year, I was very intrigued. Janet and Darach had so much tension between them in that book that I thought their story would be great. Unfortunately, it’s not what I expected.
Janet is to marry a man who she despises due to her duty to her family, but she’d be damned if the wedding actually happens. Of course just in time, Darach comes to help with the situation. Feeling out of choices, he decides the best way out is to marry Janet himself.
Janet and Darach’s story was short and sweet. I love that Janet is strong willed and maybe even fierce. She is always willing to fight for what she believes in. Darach, well, what don’t I like about him. He is the epitome of a bad boy in quilt and a sword. Most definitely fierce and man, I would love to go camping with him. But what I didn’t like so much was the angst between them and quickly replaced with love in a heartbeat. I know they’ve known each other from before and had some connection, but their romance came too quick for me. Given some scenes were a must, due to duty or circumstance, but I would've liked to see a little more courtship or at least some time to truly fall for each other. I feel that the story was rushed, and it would’ve been a more satisfying story if perhaps, it was a full-length novel.
*ARC provided by publisher
October 10, 2014
Fireworks Fly & Passion Flares!
Fireworks fly and passion flares as Janet and Darach try to resist their attraction to each other. I loved this novella, as usual Paula's writing is addicting and her characters are swoon-fully delicious. If you like strong females then you will love Janet. Janet's demeanor is one every woman should have - strong willed, stubborn, independent, caring, passionate, and fierce when called for. Yes Janet is a woman I can totally identity with - no man controls her life and she makes her own decisions.
Darach is a bit of a rogue but his tender heart bleeds songs of passion for a woman that is more thrilling and beautiful inside and out than any other woman he's ever met or been with. . Darach doesn't want to tame and rule over Janet, no he wants her beneath him squirming and begging for more. Funny, Janet like Darach pens her words of passion but when it comes to expressing their feelings they find themselves boiling with frustration because they don't know how to approach the truth of their feelings. But with one uncontrollable kiss and one night of claiming, everything they dreamed, penned, or love song sung bares their irresistible love.
This Beautiful story written with visionary words makes me want to live in their world forever. I highly recommend this adventurous Highland novella and look forward to the next addition in the series.
EXCELLENT READ!
*I was provided a copy by author via NetGalley for a fair and honest review*
Fireworks fly and passion flares as Janet and Darach try to resist their attraction to each other. I loved this novella, as usual Paula's writing is addicting and her characters are swoon-fully delicious. If you like strong females then you will love Janet. Janet's demeanor is one every woman should have - strong willed, stubborn, independent, caring, passionate, and fierce when called for. Yes Janet is a woman I can totally identity with - no man controls her life and she makes her own decisions.
Darach is a bit of a rogue but his tender heart bleeds songs of passion for a woman that is more thrilling and beautiful inside and out than any other woman he's ever met or been with. . Darach doesn't want to tame and rule over Janet, no he wants her beneath him squirming and begging for more. Funny, Janet like Darach pens her words of passion but when it comes to expressing their feelings they find themselves boiling with frustration because they don't know how to approach the truth of their feelings. But with one uncontrollable kiss and one night of claiming, everything they dreamed, penned, or love song sung bares their irresistible love.
This Beautiful story written with visionary words makes me want to live in their world forever. I highly recommend this adventurous Highland novella and look forward to the next addition in the series.
EXCELLENT READ!
*I was provided a copy by author via NetGalley for a fair and honest review*
November 3, 2014
In ‘The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell’ (book one of this series and my review of it here), is where these two first meet, but you don’t need to read that book to understand their story in this novella.
Be warned though that this is not a full novel but a short novella. That said, I loved it as it was and think it accomplished all the criteria for telling a full and rich love story which was sweet and held my interest from start to finish.
Paula Quinn is a master at storytelling and I love the way she takes me into the Scotland of long ago and introduces me to these intriguing and voluptuous characters that are ... thanks for jumping to b2b to finish reading my review ...
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Be warned though that this is not a full novel but a short novella. That said, I loved it as it was and think it accomplished all the criteria for telling a full and rich love story which was sweet and held my interest from start to finish.
Paula Quinn is a master at storytelling and I love the way she takes me into the Scotland of long ago and introduces me to these intriguing and voluptuous characters that are ... thanks for jumping to b2b to finish reading my review ...
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Melanie for b2b
Complimentary copy provided by the publisher
September 17, 2014
The romance was short but sweet and it held me captivated the entire way. This was a good historical highland romance.
Darach MacGregor and Janet Buchanan reunite in this short novella. Janet was a strong heroine, the perfect woman for a fierce MacGregor. As I'd expected, Darach lived up to his family legacy. He was a great alpha hero willing to do anything to save the woman he loved.
Things moved fairly quickly, and the plot flowed smoothly. For me these characters were wonderful and their romance utterly enthralling. All in all, it was a lovely story that I enjoyed very much.
October 28, 2014
********I WAS PROVIDED WITH A COPY BY PUBLISHER VIA NETGALLEY FOR EXCHANGE OF A FAIR REVIEW.*******
A highlander of so many lasses, when less expected, has had his heart conquered by a woman of a rival clan.
Janet and Darach story starts on "The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell"(book 1), their story is small , you know there is attraction between them but you get to know more about it in The Sweet surrender of Janet Buchanan.
Janet is very independent , strong, smart and fearless woman, sister of Will Buchanan , chief of the Clan Buchanan.I could not stand Janet in book 1, but she had grown on me.
The Buchanan clan were living at the Ravenglade castle, propriety of the Grants, (read The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell to know more about it) when the chief of the Clan Menzie , Roddie Menzie, demanded to the Buchanan chief to give up the castle to him. So, Will Buchanan asked Malcolm Grant ( owner of the castle, cousin to Darach) to come to take of the matter but since he could not go because his sister was kidnapped by pirates (which lead us to book 2 "The Wicked ways of Alexander Kidd")he sent Darach instead. In the meantime Will promised his sister to Rodie Menzie , just to have some time until Grant get there. But what Janet did not expect was Darach to come to her rescue, yes, he went to her rescue there was no way that Darch was going to let Janet marry other man . Janet and Darach argued all the time, they never wanted to admit their feeling they have for the other, until , once in the castle Darach found out how she felt about him and that changed everything. These two were made for each other, they deserve each other.
I became a fan of Paula Quinn with only reading 2 of her books, and I want more!
The romance is very well developed; each character has their own and unique personality; you don't get bored with Paula's books, they are also funny, very romantic, The writing style is great, It makes wish I could live in one of her stories.
A highlander of so many lasses, when less expected, has had his heart conquered by a woman of a rival clan.
Janet and Darach story starts on "The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell"(book 1), their story is small , you know there is attraction between them but you get to know more about it in The Sweet surrender of Janet Buchanan.
Janet is very independent , strong, smart and fearless woman, sister of Will Buchanan , chief of the Clan Buchanan.I could not stand Janet in book 1, but she had grown on me.
The Buchanan clan were living at the Ravenglade castle, propriety of the Grants, (read The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell to know more about it) when the chief of the Clan Menzie , Roddie Menzie, demanded to the Buchanan chief to give up the castle to him. So, Will Buchanan asked Malcolm Grant ( owner of the castle, cousin to Darach) to come to take of the matter but since he could not go because his sister was kidnapped by pirates (which lead us to book 2 "The Wicked ways of Alexander Kidd")he sent Darach instead. In the meantime Will promised his sister to Rodie Menzie , just to have some time until Grant get there. But what Janet did not expect was Darach to come to her rescue, yes, he went to her rescue there was no way that Darch was going to let Janet marry other man . Janet and Darach argued all the time, they never wanted to admit their feeling they have for the other, until , once in the castle Darach found out how she felt about him and that changed everything. These two were made for each other, they deserve each other.
I became a fan of Paula Quinn with only reading 2 of her books, and I want more!
The romance is very well developed; each character has their own and unique personality; you don't get bored with Paula's books, they are also funny, very romantic, The writing style is great, It makes wish I could live in one of her stories.
October 24, 2014
Hold onto your Tartan, this Highlander romance is passionate, tender and HOT!
The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan by Paula Quinn is a romance filled with a hunk of a Scottish Highlander, a feisty & strong willed woman and a storyline that is perfect for this sweet novella. This is the story of Janet Buchanan and Darach Grant, who have this wonderful distaste for each other, but also an unbelievable attraction to each other. She has a mind of her own and is no man's possession; He is arrogant, confident and adept with the ladies... and never shares the same bed twice.
The story begins with Janet being ceremoniously offered up in marriage to save an attack on the castle and lands her brother is steward of. This is suppose to be just a delay tactic, while they wait for the true lord of the castle, Malcolm MacGregor, to come and protect his keep. While Malcolm is otherwise engaged, he sends none other than Darach Grant, the man who stole Janet's heart and left many months ago. But that's all he sends! Janet doesn't know which is worse, being married off to save the castle or having Darach back in her life, and him being the sole answer to her problem makes it even worse!
The banter between them is funny and sweet, and stinging at times. AND it is wonderful! The romance starts of teasing us and then it is hot, HOT, HOT! As soon as I started reading this story, I could not stop. The writing is wonderful! Paula Quinn sets the stage with an authentic Scottish landscape, wonderful characters that are fully fleshed out, and a believable & fun romance.
My only complaint with The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan is that is was too short! I thought Janet and Darach deserved more to their story, and the ending seemed a bit abrupt. But this is a novella and just a little present to the readers of her The MacGregors: Highland Heirs series. This book is 1.5 in the series, so I can only hope Janet and Darach make another appearance!
The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan by Paula Quinn is a romance filled with a hunk of a Scottish Highlander, a feisty & strong willed woman and a storyline that is perfect for this sweet novella. This is the story of Janet Buchanan and Darach Grant, who have this wonderful distaste for each other, but also an unbelievable attraction to each other. She has a mind of her own and is no man's possession; He is arrogant, confident and adept with the ladies... and never shares the same bed twice.
The story begins with Janet being ceremoniously offered up in marriage to save an attack on the castle and lands her brother is steward of. This is suppose to be just a delay tactic, while they wait for the true lord of the castle, Malcolm MacGregor, to come and protect his keep. While Malcolm is otherwise engaged, he sends none other than Darach Grant, the man who stole Janet's heart and left many months ago. But that's all he sends! Janet doesn't know which is worse, being married off to save the castle or having Darach back in her life, and him being the sole answer to her problem makes it even worse!
The banter between them is funny and sweet, and stinging at times. AND it is wonderful! The romance starts of teasing us and then it is hot, HOT, HOT! As soon as I started reading this story, I could not stop. The writing is wonderful! Paula Quinn sets the stage with an authentic Scottish landscape, wonderful characters that are fully fleshed out, and a believable & fun romance.
My only complaint with The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan is that is was too short! I thought Janet and Darach deserved more to their story, and the ending seemed a bit abrupt. But this is a novella and just a little present to the readers of her The MacGregors: Highland Heirs series. This book is 1.5 in the series, so I can only hope Janet and Darach make another appearance!
October 8, 2014
This is book 1.5 in The MacGregors: Highland Heirs
Darach Grant is sent to save his cousin's home from the enemy. Unfortunately, that means that he has to see Janet Buchanan again. Darach is not ready to settle down and Janet is the one woman that would make him change his mind.
Janet was expecting Darach's cousin to help get rid of the enemy, not the man she can't seem to get out of her head even while sleeps.
Can these two strong-willed highlanders realize that what they need is right in front of them?
I fell in LOVE with the MacGregor/Grant cousins when I read The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell (the first book of Quinn's that I had read). If you haven't read it, I would definitely read it before this one because Darach and Janet's romance really starts in that story and then continues with this one.
This was a quick read but I read it right after the previous book and felt like I never left my group of friends. It was fun watching Darach and Janet together. They each knew what what to say to get the other one going. Quin did an excellent job with the back and forth between the two of them.
I noticed that the next two books in the series don't feature the male cousins, but I hope they make an appearance in them as I can't wait to visit them again!! I'm also going to have to go back and read the stories about the cousin's parent and grandparents because Quinn gives us bits of their past that has me itchin' to read their stories too!!
Thanks go out to Forever via NetGalley for a copy of the book in exchange of an honest review.
Darach Grant is sent to save his cousin's home from the enemy. Unfortunately, that means that he has to see Janet Buchanan again. Darach is not ready to settle down and Janet is the one woman that would make him change his mind.
Janet was expecting Darach's cousin to help get rid of the enemy, not the man she can't seem to get out of her head even while sleeps.
Can these two strong-willed highlanders realize that what they need is right in front of them?
I fell in LOVE with the MacGregor/Grant cousins when I read The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell (the first book of Quinn's that I had read). If you haven't read it, I would definitely read it before this one because Darach and Janet's romance really starts in that story and then continues with this one.
This was a quick read but I read it right after the previous book and felt like I never left my group of friends. It was fun watching Darach and Janet together. They each knew what what to say to get the other one going. Quin did an excellent job with the back and forth between the two of them.
I noticed that the next two books in the series don't feature the male cousins, but I hope they make an appearance in them as I can't wait to visit them again!! I'm also going to have to go back and read the stories about the cousin's parent and grandparents because Quinn gives us bits of their past that has me itchin' to read their stories too!!
Thanks go out to Forever via NetGalley for a copy of the book in exchange of an honest review.
September 14, 2014
A sweet little historical romance, The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan was a lovely read and I really enjoyed it.
Janet was a strong-willed heroine. She was definitely a force to be reckoned with and the perfect match for a brash highlander. Sometimes her sharp tongue would cross the line to shrewish but, for the most part, she was a great character.
Darach was great, also. He didn't want to admit that he had fallen in love but, once he was forced to face his feelings, he would have done anything to protect Janet. He was a sweet, likable hero.
The romance was great. There was an already established relationship between the two and, upon reuniting, all those feelings came back and grew. They were a sweet couple, and there was definitely some spice in there was well.
The plot moved quickly and I was kept interested the entire way through. The story was sweet and enjoyable and the ending was lovely.
The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan was an enjoyable historical romance. Sweet and romantic, it was a lovely read. Romance lovers, this is a book worth checking out.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
Janet was a strong-willed heroine. She was definitely a force to be reckoned with and the perfect match for a brash highlander. Sometimes her sharp tongue would cross the line to shrewish but, for the most part, she was a great character.
Darach was great, also. He didn't want to admit that he had fallen in love but, once he was forced to face his feelings, he would have done anything to protect Janet. He was a sweet, likable hero.
The romance was great. There was an already established relationship between the two and, upon reuniting, all those feelings came back and grew. They were a sweet couple, and there was definitely some spice in there was well.
The plot moved quickly and I was kept interested the entire way through. The story was sweet and enjoyable and the ending was lovely.
The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan was an enjoyable historical romance. Sweet and romantic, it was a lovely read. Romance lovers, this is a book worth checking out.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
October 16, 2014
**I received a copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased and honest review**
Review:4 stars
General: I enjoyed this book a lot but wished it could have been a little longer. Janet and Darach had a relationship from book 1 so there was a bit of insta chemistry that I felt was wonderful. As always the world was effortless to read and picture. I also liked there was a slight role reversal with the sexy highlander having fallen in love first and harder than his heroine. The plot was a nice read and a good balance of the issue and the romance, but I felt like a lot of was left out. The connection between the two was great. I just felt storywise there could have been more to it whereas this seemed a touch like a gap book to get to the next full novel.
Review:4 stars
General: I enjoyed this book a lot but wished it could have been a little longer. Janet and Darach had a relationship from book 1 so there was a bit of insta chemistry that I felt was wonderful. As always the world was effortless to read and picture. I also liked there was a slight role reversal with the sexy highlander having fallen in love first and harder than his heroine. The plot was a nice read and a good balance of the issue and the romance, but I felt like a lot of was left out. The connection between the two was great. I just felt storywise there could have been more to it whereas this seemed a touch like a gap book to get to the next full novel.
October 28, 2014
A novella. #1.5 in "The MacGregors: Highland Heirs", while, can be read as a stand alone, I would suggest reading book 1. Set in 18th Century Scotland. A quick, fast paced read filled with engaging characters, a brawny Scottish Highlander and a fiery, feisty Lady. Well written with the right mixture of passion, danger, and romance. A wickedly delicious Scottish Romance. Well worth the time to read.
*Received for an honest review from the publisher through Net Galley*
Rating: 4.5
Heat rating: Mild
Reviewed by: April R, courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
*Received for an honest review from the publisher through Net Galley*
Rating: 4.5
Heat rating: Mild
Reviewed by: April R, courtesy of My Book Addiction and More
April 28, 2015
Great Novella
I loved this novella. Darach and Janet are wonderful leads. Their story started in The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell. The attraction between them in that book was undeniable. This story picks up 7 months later - with both of them still attracted to the other but still trying to deny it.
The banter between these two is priceless. And Darach's inner musings are hilarious.
This story is short - but it is so good. The love scenes are steamy and Darach's declaration of love is sweet and moving.
I love this series and would recommend it to anyone.
I loved this novella. Darach and Janet are wonderful leads. Their story started in The Seduction of Miss Amelia Bell. The attraction between them in that book was undeniable. This story picks up 7 months later - with both of them still attracted to the other but still trying to deny it.
The banter between these two is priceless. And Darach's inner musings are hilarious.
This story is short - but it is so good. The love scenes are steamy and Darach's declaration of love is sweet and moving.
I love this series and would recommend it to anyone.
March 16, 2015
This novella gives meaning to the phase quality vs. quantity. While a novella, The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan gives the reader the satisfaction of reading a full novel with it's well crafted story. Part of the The MacGregors: Highland Heirs series, never a dull moment with the story of Darach and Janet. Looking for a highly enjoyable read in a time crunch this is it!
October 25, 2014
I really liked this novella and thought the story was well written and very developed for a short read. I also thought it was a perfect set up for Caitrina's story, which I believe was the intent. I cannot wait for The Wicked Ways of Alexander Kidd. In my mind, I am already reading it...
September 24, 2014
This was a great little novella. I was able to read through it very quickly. Surprisingly, I found that even with this being a novella that I was pulled right into the story and it did not lack for anything. I look forward to reading more from Paula Quinn.
January 13, 2015
Too damn short!! This one should of been a full length novel..gave it four stars because it was just not enough for me, I wanted more. Like where are they going to live, what will his kin say, is there going to be a war?
Why do the poets only get novellas? Not fair man.
Why do the poets only get novellas? Not fair man.
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October 12, 2014
Short, but sweet.
November 16, 2014
a fun quick read.
August 28, 2017
Boring
Couldn't finish it
Just another book that has same plot and boring banter with snappish heroine and cheerful hero
Read it because I wanted to try out this author for first time
Nothing original or funny halfway through book
Couldn't finish it
Just another book that has same plot and boring banter with snappish heroine and cheerful hero
Read it because I wanted to try out this author for first time
Nothing original or funny halfway through book
July 4, 2021
I wish I could give this story more than three stars because I absolutely looooved Darach and Janet from the first book but since this was basically a novella the rushed element of the story really was present and I just love the usually slower pace Quinn's stories have.
March 25, 2022
Great story, wish it was a full novel.
I really enjoyed Darach & Janet’s characters, the play and chemistry between them. I do wish that this was a full novel and not a novella. It just was too short and left me wanting more!!!
I really enjoyed Darach & Janet’s characters, the play and chemistry between them. I do wish that this was a full novel and not a novella. It just was too short and left me wanting more!!!
March 9, 2019
This one was sweet and fullilling even so it is short. I like to read the scottish brogue. The bard detail gave the story something unique.
January 31, 2021
This book was as if an unfinished chapter, the writer wanted to finish..
It started and just ended..
nothing..
Nothing..
Interesting..
It started and just ended..
nothing..
Nothing..
Interesting..
August 13, 2021
Not bad
April 10, 2023
No audiobook version available, sad.
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