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Dunskey Castle #2
Seumas
Sasha just got her dream job at a dig in the highlands of Scotland. Where her friends ply her with celebratory champagne, throw a plaid cloak over her business suit, and take her to the 13th century to do original research on the dig site. She meets gorgeous highlander Seumas there, and — wait, is this a good idea?
240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 18, 2017
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About the author
Jane Stain
49 books137 followersJane was an actor at Paramount Ranch, California in 1988, doing the original Renaissance Pleasure Faire.
Los Angeles is her home town.
She is in her fifties and has been influenced by the writing of Diana Gabaldon, Isaac Asimov, Anne McCaffrey, and many more great authors.
Jane Stain is a pen name.
Los Angeles is her home town.
She is in her fifties and has been influenced by the writing of Diana Gabaldon, Isaac Asimov, Anne McCaffrey, and many more great authors.
Jane Stain is a pen name.
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March 24, 2019
Young persons book series
I just finished reading the Outlander series and the first book in this series popped up as a Kindle suggestion. Although time travel books are not my particular favorite, I thought why not it's free. As I started reading the first few chapters I initially thought how simplistic compared to Outlander. Then my mind placed the books into a category for preteen and early teen readers. When I read with that perspective in mind the story became much better for me. I have read the first and second book of this series. I dint plan on continuing but may read the rest when I need light reading in the middle of the night. I would recommend the books to my early teen grandkids.
I just finished reading the Outlander series and the first book in this series popped up as a Kindle suggestion. Although time travel books are not my particular favorite, I thought why not it's free. As I started reading the first few chapters I initially thought how simplistic compared to Outlander. Then my mind placed the books into a category for preteen and early teen readers. When I read with that perspective in mind the story became much better for me. I have read the first and second book of this series. I dint plan on continuing but may read the rest when I need light reading in the middle of the night. I would recommend the books to my early teen grandkids.
October 27, 2021
Seumas (Dunskey Castle, #2), my third read from author Jane Stain, an author I've wanted to read since I began acquiring her books back in 2017, I own 21 of them. I got this book back in December of 2017 & am just now getting around to reading it as I've committed to reading the Dunsky Castle series in its entirety. I look forward to the next book from her, Tomas (Dunskey Castle #3). I'll read more from this author & in this series, but what really got me going was narrator Andrew McDermott, I love his Irish brogue. “I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
August 8, 2017
A much better time travel story. Even the romance progressed better.
Seumas and Sacha seem to be so different from each other in the end they ended up well matched.
I liked the medieval setting and how the plot progressed. Not the best, most intriguing plot but clearly a much better story.
I liked Seumas . He was attracted to a strange woman, a different woman. Slowly he learned unsettling things about her however he persisted in helping her.
This story managed to make me want to continue with the series in spite of less developed romantic plot line.
Seumas and Sacha seem to be so different from each other in the end they ended up well matched.
I liked the medieval setting and how the plot progressed. Not the best, most intriguing plot but clearly a much better story.
I liked Seumas . He was attracted to a strange woman, a different woman. Slowly he learned unsettling things about her however he persisted in helping her.
This story managed to make me want to continue with the series in spite of less developed romantic plot line.
July 6, 2018
Cute family
Sasha gets to Scotland to work with Kelsey and without further ado, she gets pulled into the mystery of the druids and time travel. I don't know why Kelsey chose to tell her, but it works out and she meets Seamus. Pretty much love at first sight. I like Seamus and his soon to be niece, Diedre. They make a happy family-like group. The mystery of the Druids is still unanswered but the sword, Galdus is an interesting clue that perhaps the Druids are not the good guys. For some reason they are accruing power. That usually is not a good thing.
Sasha gets to Scotland to work with Kelsey and without further ado, she gets pulled into the mystery of the druids and time travel. I don't know why Kelsey chose to tell her, but it works out and she meets Seamus. Pretty much love at first sight. I like Seamus and his soon to be niece, Diedre. They make a happy family-like group. The mystery of the Druids is still unanswered but the sword, Galdus is an interesting clue that perhaps the Druids are not the good guys. For some reason they are accruing power. That usually is not a good thing.
January 27, 2019
This book’s approach to time travel was rather unique. It put a new spin on archaeology and wove sections of the present into the past. I did like that the lead female was a strong woman yet neither the lairds wife. It is fun to read about what women actually did all day besides order around servants. I will probably read the followup novels.
This book’s approach to time travel was unique and involved interaction with Druids rather than simply fairy magic. A refreshing perspective on time travel.
This book’s approach to time travel was unique and involved interaction with Druids rather than simply fairy magic. A refreshing perspective on time travel.
January 26, 2018
Nice Quick Read
What did I like? This is a good continuation of the storyline and a bit less trite than several other time travel series. Depending on your reading speed you could knock each of these out in an hour or two.
This continues on with Kelsey’s colleague Sasha & Tavish’s good friend Seamus (Shay-mus) in the 1400s era Scotland castle. The stories are so short to share any would give it all away.
What did I like? This is a good continuation of the storyline and a bit less trite than several other time travel series. Depending on your reading speed you could knock each of these out in an hour or two.
This continues on with Kelsey’s colleague Sasha & Tavish’s good friend Seamus (Shay-mus) in the 1400s era Scotland castle. The stories are so short to share any would give it all away.
October 31, 2017
After thoroughly enjoying book #1 in this series, I immediately picked up book #2, Seamus to continue. As much as I like the first story, I liked this one even more. I always love a good time-travel story, and if Scottish Highlanders are involves, so much the better.
While in book #1 there was more travelling back and forth between the current time and ancient Scotland, most of this second story takes place 800 years in the past. It has all the same wonderful characters, with a few news ones added.
This one is also a bit more adventurous and of course, there are a couple of sweet romances developing as well. I got to know more about all the characters in this story, and grew to love them even more.
I highly recommend this author and this series. I've already started book #3.
While in book #1 there was more travelling back and forth between the current time and ancient Scotland, most of this second story takes place 800 years in the past. It has all the same wonderful characters, with a few news ones added.
This one is also a bit more adventurous and of course, there are a couple of sweet romances developing as well. I got to know more about all the characters in this story, and grew to love them even more.
I highly recommend this author and this series. I've already started book #3.
January 15, 2018
This is the second in a series of three. It's best to read them in order.
ABOUT THIS BOOK:
The story is all action, with plenty of adventure and magic. The title character in this book is the most appealing of the three leading men in the series. Two alpha personalities in love make for an exciting story.
ABOUT THIS BOOK:
The story is all action, with plenty of adventure and magic. The title character in this book is the most appealing of the three leading men in the series. Two alpha personalities in love make for an exciting story.
August 16, 2020
Seumas
If you are a reader whom enjoys excellent time travel novel. It is a worthy read. Jane Stain, has been in my library selves with "The Captive " and "The Cove series. This series has captivate my interest, as with all the other author's that I have on my selves.. Which deal with time travel and the Scottish man.
If you are a reader whom enjoys excellent time travel novel. It is a worthy read. Jane Stain, has been in my library selves with "The Captive " and "The Cove series. This series has captivate my interest, as with all the other author's that I have on my selves.. Which deal with time travel and the Scottish man.
May 25, 2017
Another great novel
This second book in this series expanded on the time traveling crew by adding two new characters that become lovers. The book is easy to follow and plot has good flow to it. It made it difficult to put down. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
This second book in this series expanded on the time traveling crew by adding two new characters that become lovers. The book is easy to follow and plot has good flow to it. It made it difficult to put down. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
July 20, 2017
Seumas
The second book in the Dunskey Castle series. Kelsey and Tavish have another quest and this time they take Sasha with them. Seumas takes to Sasha at first sight. Yet something off is going on.
Love the characters. Clean romance.
The second book in the Dunskey Castle series. Kelsey and Tavish have another quest and this time they take Sasha with them. Seumas takes to Sasha at first sight. Yet something off is going on.
Love the characters. Clean romance.
April 22, 2021
Even better
This book was even better than the first of the series. Still some wonderful characters and some new ones added. Especially Deidre! I am loving this series. Read #2 in one setting and about to start #3.
This book was even better than the first of the series. Still some wonderful characters and some new ones added. Especially Deidre! I am loving this series. Read #2 in one setting and about to start #3.
May 13, 2021
Poor editing, mistakes everywhere. Timeline and periods are inconsistent. Author uses incorrect situations that are not of the period. Sadly, these books were recommended for Outlander fans. Poor comparison, not as rich or interesting as Diana Gabaldon’s books, nor as well researched.
December 27, 2022
lovely and adventurous
This book is interesting with lovable characters. The adventures even out the romance to keep it from being nauseating. I find anything historical and Scottish fascinating.
This book is interesting with lovable characters. The adventures even out the romance to keep it from being nauseating. I find anything historical and Scottish fascinating.
December 29, 2022
"Seamus" is an excellent read!
I really enjoyed "Seamus"! true romance, true adventure and, best of all, not all the Spicy bits that are inundating the book realm!
Thank you, Jane Stain for such an enjoyable read!
I really enjoyed "Seamus"! true romance, true adventure and, best of all, not all the Spicy bits that are inundating the book realm!
Thank you, Jane Stain for such an enjoyable read!
March 22, 2017
Great
A wonderful tale that takes up where the first novel ends. I recommend reading in order so as to keep track of the characters. This is a great time travel story, full of adventure and fun. Unexpected twists and turns. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can not wait foe number three in may.
A wonderful tale that takes up where the first novel ends. I recommend reading in order so as to keep track of the characters. This is a great time travel story, full of adventure and fun. Unexpected twists and turns. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can not wait foe number three in may.
July 21, 2017
Great Read
Just as wonderful as Tavish will still more adventures. Enjoyed it greatly. Now on to the 3rd book, it is Tomas.
Just as wonderful as Tavish will still more adventures. Enjoyed it greatly. Now on to the 3rd book, it is Tomas.
December 22, 2017
As good as the first
Seumus has been another brilliant book. I can't wait to read Tomas as Seumus was left on a huge cliffhanger.
Seumus has been another brilliant book. I can't wait to read Tomas as Seumus was left on a huge cliffhanger.
December 23, 2017
Awesome Story
I love these books. I can't wait to see the next one in the series. Full of action and suspense.
I love these books. I can't wait to see the next one in the series. Full of action and suspense.
January 7, 2018
Fun!
Easy read, fun, fast paced and entertaining. I recommend this series for any age level. Now, sit back and enjoy!
Easy read, fun, fast paced and entertaining. I recommend this series for any age level. Now, sit back and enjoy!
June 4, 2018
Not enough depth to get you excited to pick up where you left off. I feel like just when you get to a good place for the book to go, the author skips forward.
May 30, 2018
Time travel with very realistic characters to the ancient Highlands of Scotland in this interesting magical story with a few twist and turns. Looking forward to the rest of the series.
January 16, 2019
Good read
I enjoyed reading this love story.especially since it was so clean, also the actions of the bad guys . I recommend for light reading.
I enjoyed reading this love story.especially since it was so clean, also the actions of the bad guys . I recommend for light reading.
January 18, 2019
Amazing!
A wonderful tale of time travel and Celtic history. I truly recommend this book to everyone to read. Can't wait to read the next one.
A wonderful tale of time travel and Celtic history. I truly recommend this book to everyone to read. Can't wait to read the next one.
June 2, 2020
Good book
This is a pretty good book, not one you can't put down but still pretty good. It has some romance and love mixed in with some science fiction.
This is a pretty good book, not one you can't put down but still pretty good. It has some romance and love mixed in with some science fiction.
April 25, 2022
This was a freebie from Amazon Kindle. It could have been a really awesome story but it was written rather oddly. Fairly amateur. 2 1/2 stars.
June 28, 2024
The book was enjoyable. One does not expect a Hemingway with this sort of literature. Consequently, the book lived up to my expectations. Again, an enjoyable read.
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March 21, 2017
Adventure, time travel, love story,and so much more.
A 6 year old saves the day while Druid Bria.tries to sacrifice the heroine. Seuss's meets his true love in a most unexpected way. I don't usually order and buy books but this was a real essential. If you enjoy a non explicit love story this is the one for you
A 6 year old saves the day while Druid Bria.tries to sacrifice the heroine. Seuss's meets his true love in a most unexpected way. I don't usually order and buy books but this was a real essential. If you enjoy a non explicit love story this is the one for you
March 15, 2017
Each book in this time travel series gets better! I enjoyed this one even more than the first of the series Tavish (and I truly enjoyed it). Clever change of pace for time travel. If you like time travel then I suggest you read this. I received this book for free for an honest review.
March 4, 2017
I love this book very much. the mystery, the suspence , and the romance in this book are just steller. Some have shown favoritism to this book as compared to the first but i'm not partial i like them both equally.In this story we pick up where the first one let off with Kelsey taking her friend Sasha into past. Sasha meets her first highland hunk who is none other then Seamus. They hit it off right away. One problem Sasha keeps having visions of bad things happening. Deidra drowning and Seamus gettng injured in a battle just to name a few. I wont say no more i hate spoilers. There is a tiny cliff in this and i do reccomend reading book one first just because its good and you want all the info on what's going on.
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