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Would you sacrifice everything for the person you love, knowing you can never be together?


A desperate Scottish lady.
Lydia Farnsworth—the sole surviving heir to the Laird of Tornbury Fortress—has lost nearly everyone she loves. Now her father lies on his deathbed. And as if this isn't dire enough, he's invited men from the surrounding area to a warrior’s contest—the winner to claim Lydia as his bride.

A Scotsman dueling with his past. Alasdair McTavish, son of Craiglocky Keep's war chief, is a seasoned warrior in his own right. So when he's sent to Tornbury to train the Farnsworth soldiers, he's more than equal to the task.

A danger unseen.
When a dangerous adversary makes a move against Lydia, a dastardly scheme comes to light, and Alasdair realizes only he can protect Lydia.

266 pages, ebook

First published May 24, 2017

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USA Today Bestselling author Collette Cameron® is renowned for her captivating, humorous, and heartwarming Scottish and Regency historical romance novels. With over 65 published titles, over 1.6 million books sold around the world, and multiple writing awards to her credit, Collette is a well-known author in the world of historical romance.

Readers love her witty and relatable characters including daring rogues, dashing scoundrels, and the strong and spirited heroines who capture their hearts. From the rugged highlands to the refined drawing rooms of Regency England, Collette’s novels will transport you to another time and place, where love and adventure are just a page away.

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242 reviews5 followers
May 23, 2017
This is my first read by Collette Cameron and I was totally blown away. I now this is a series book but you can really read this as a standalone story as well. I can't wait to go back and read the previous books. There on my to read next list for sure. 


A very well written story that I loved how the dilogue was and how she brought the story to Life in her writing. I felt I was in the story with them and getting to it all. The characters were wonderful I loved getting to know them and going on there journey with them. 


A heartwrenching story with some humor as well in this story. I would definitely recommend this story you won't be disappointed. 


I volutarly received a ARC of this book from Tasty Book Tours to give my honest opinion.
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1,850 reviews72 followers
May 4, 2017
Passion and Plunder by Collette Cameron is yet another amazing and exciting Scottish Historical Romance in this thrilling series. Set in Tornbury Fortress, Scottish Highlands 1819. While, #5 in her highly anticipated "Highland Heather Romancing a Scot" series, it can be read as a stand alone.

This is the story of Lydia Farnsworth, the daughter of laird Bailoch Farnsworth and the only remaining heir to Tornbury Fortress due to a series of misfortunes. Her beloved father is dying as well. And, Alasdair McTavish, son of Craiglocky Keep's war chief. He is a seasoned warrior, as well as brawn, strong and determined with a secret. He's sent to Tornbury to train the Farnsworth soldiers as requested by laird Bailoch to Alasdair's clan laird.

OMG, what a thrilling, exciting story with suspense, a bit of mystery, betrayal and the possibility of love and finding a HEA.

"Passion and Plunder" has twists and turns, a few surprises, and a passion for life. Lydia, being the only true heir, except for her mother's sniffling nephew, Ross, to Tornbury Fortress, believes her dying father will name her as his sucessor, so she tries to prove her worth to him and the clan. Alasdair, has dreamt of Lydia for awhile, but couldn't act on his feelings because of his secret, until trouble threatens Lydia's life, then all bets are off, he'd do anything to protect her and her clan.

"Passion and Plunder" is a fast paced story with a smoothly flowing plot, that is easy to follow. The characters are well rounded, well-developed as well as, engaging and captivating. This story was one of those Scottish reads where, the characters and the plot are believable and realistic for the Era.

I throughly enjoyed Lydia and Alasdair's story, how they came to stop fighting their feelings, and got down to what they truly wished. Until....Alasdair's secret came to life, then things change, for both he and Lydia. Can they find their way to a HEA, and their true love?

I enjoy Collette Cameron's writing style, her vivid details, her charactizations, her detailed plots and her true sense of the Scottish clans, and the troubles that plague them. A truly masterful and brilliant storyteller. I was once again glued to the pages of "Passion and Plunder". A very exciting and intriguing story! A great read for fans of Scottish Historical Romance, ones who enjoy a great story of romance, danger, betrayal and the passion of life. Another hit for Collette Cameron!! A true treasure!
I received a complimentary copy.


Rating: 4.5
Heat rating: Sweet
Reviewed by: AprilR
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454 reviews43 followers
May 18, 2017
Originally posted on lampshadereader.com

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.



Passion and Plunder by Collette Cameron is a pleasant sweet read full of family drama and heartache. And I do mean a lot of heartache.

I really don’t know how much heartache a character can take. Lydia seems to have suffered through everything. Being dumped by the man she supposedly loved, the loss of her mother, her two brothers, and has an ailing father. Not to mention a sniveling useless uncle. But more on him later.

Might have seemed a bit overkill, but there’s a sense of suspense because it just seemed too coincidental that all those events took place one after another. The whole warrior’s contest to win Lydia’s hand in marriage was a good premise and I kind of wished there was more to that.

Alastair, I loved. Hands down or should I say swords down? :) Kind of romantic, who has a huge crush on Lydia, and has a MAJOR secret. Reading about this secret, I was led to believe the worst with my own prejudices about the character, kind of sneaky of the author. It’s what happens later on in the story that really made me tear up. Forget about the romance between Alastair and Lydia, that little sidestory about Alastair and his “problem” really made the story for me. Well, maybe I was hasty about the romance part. There were some swoon worthy quotes from Alastair that really gave me the feels.

"Och, every part of me from me bones to the air I breathe, cries out fer ye, and even though I ken I dinna deserve ye, dinna deserve yer love, I'd forsake everythin' from now until eternity to make ye mine. I love ye, Lydia, have fer months, passionately, wildly, and unendingly."

♥♥♥




"I'd not only win the contest and claim ye as my wife, but I'd plunder yer sweet body from dusk to dawn."




Now, back to the snake in the grass uncle. It was pretty obvious about his character, there were was subterfuge, and he was all out jealous and conniving. Perfect villain. Lydia couldn’t see it right away, even with some telling signs. Thank goodness for Alastair, seriously Lydia how can you pass that hunk up? Oh wait, yes, the SECRET. Which later on comes out in the open and then causes Lydia to hem and haw. But it wouldn’t be a historical romance with that kind of drama, now would it?

Overall, this was an entertaining read. The romance was sweet, just kissing and only hints of making love. A little surprises thrown here and there, and just a smidgen of danger. This can be read as a standalone.

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444 reviews
May 24, 2017
This book is tied with "Heartbreak and Honor" as my favorite of this wonderful series. It is also hard to review, as I want to entice you to read it without spoiling this wonderful story with its twists and surprises.

Lydia Farnsworth has lost her mother, brothers and is taking care of her ailing father, the Laird of Tornbury. She worries for her father's health and also who will be their laird when he dies. She also has to worry about her Uncle Gordon, a sneaky, greedy man who wants Tornbury for himself. Receiving an invitation from Ewan McTavish to a party at Craiglocky Keep, her father insists she go and hopes she looks for a husband while there.

Alasdair and Gregor McTavish are out hunting for the house party when they come across Lydia's overturned carriage. Alasdair secretly loves Lydia and is furious her uncle is doing nothing to help the women stuck in the carriage. Lydia is relieved when she sees Alasdair as she knows he'll help them. She also wants him to return to Tornbury with her to become their war chief, at least temporarily.

Alasdair agrees to return home with her and train their men. That's when the excitement and danger start and secrets are revealed. They do, eventually, get their HEA. Very good book. Thank you for giving me an ARC Collette.
1,353 reviews38 followers
May 24, 2017
Lydia Farnsworth’s mother and brothers died within a year, and now her father’s heart is weakening; he might not have long to live. The man Lydia loved married another; her life is in shambles. When her father dies, she wants to be the next clan chieftain but she’s not sure if she can do it, and still as sick as he is, her father wants her to get married soon.

The characters are clearly described physically and very well-drawn as well. Bailoch Farnsworth asks Lydia to lie, he doesn’t want it known that he’s ailing and that Tornbury Fortress might go without a Laird. However, Lydia’s uncle Gordon Ross desperately wants to be chieftain, very desperately. Lydia is brooding, when she receives an invitation to Craiglocky, to attend the McTavishes’ week-long Valentine house party, home of the very enticing Alasdair McTavish. On their way to Craiglocky, the coach meets with an accident, and Lydia, accompanied by her American cousin Esme, need ministrations, where of course the charming Alasdair volunteers. Alasdair has always had a tender spot of Lydia, but he has sworn to never marry again. In fact, he can’t because of a foolish mistake he made when he was 19. His wife left him after two months, and he has never asked her for a divorce, he doesn’t even know if she’s still alive. However, Lydia is not at Craiglocky only to attend the party, but to seek someone to stand in for a war chief to train the men at Tornbury Fortress in case the worst happens. Alasdair is the one. The more time they spend together, the more Lydia forgets her almost fiancé; Alasdair is very easy on the eyes and a very nice man as well. But Alasdair knows they cannot be, unless he tells her about his wife…

PASSION AND PLUNDER is one epic romance! Alasdair and Lydia are some of the most complex characters Ms. Cameron has ever written, and there is also a lot of action and drama. This book is not as light as what we’re used from this author, but I believed she just might have written her finest book yet. The story, which at the beginning didn’t look too complicated, became extremely complex as Lydia and Alasdair faced many issues, and most of them quite unexpected. PASSION AND PLUNDER is extremely fast-paced, and there are many, many twists and turns, most of which I never saw coming; the plot is very intricate and so captivating. And there is a lot of action as well.

Lydia is sublime: even though she doubts her abilities to become clan chieftain, she has what it takes, she just doesn’t realise it. And she’s an expert archer! And Alasdair is just dreamy, however he is not perfect, and his character is so multi-faceted, I could say prismatic! He is as far as from your ubiquitous rogue as you can get. And what a romance it is between Lydia and Alasdair! They respect each other, they like each other a lot, but Lydia is not so bent on getting married, especially in a hurry, which could happen if she became chieftain, while Alasdair has always pined for Lydia, he won’t rush her, and besides he can’t, he won’t.

A character that shall remain nameless plays a pivotal role in PASSION AND PLUNDER and has one of the most extraordinary stories I have ever read, and is influential in providing some exceptional character development. Another character surprised me as well, and while some things were rather obvious, I never expected such cunning and nastiness. That got your attention, didn’t it?

Ms. Cameron’s prose is as refined and elegant as usual, the dialogues sparkle as always, the tone is always right, as are the witty bons mots always good for several chuckles, but what I found most noticeable in PASSION AND PLUNDER was a newly found depth to Collette Cameron’s writing. PASSION AND PLUNDER has much in common with a lot of classic literature: a very intricate and captivating plot, a grand romance with difficult choices to make, political unrest and treachery. PASSION AND PLUNDER is an exceptionally moving and unforgettable story.


I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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474 reviews
May 24, 2017
This is the 5th book in the series but it is not necessary to have read the previous books. Though the previous books are wonderful and so worth reading.

In this book we see 2 people who have had lost love and are very heartbroken. They are weary of love and cautious. Lydia Farnsworth fell in love with an English aristocrat. He married another and she is recovering her heart. On top of this her 2 beloved brothers were killed in a freak accident and than a short while after her mother died of an illness. Now her father is on his deathbed and his one wish is for Lydia to be happily married. The reason this is so important is her father is the Laird Blailoch Farnsworth, chief of the Tornbury clan. He has no heirs and is to name that person male or female.

Than we have Alisdair McCreary who is the war chief for the clan Craglocky and he has been asked to train the men of Tornbury's keep. He is attracted to Lydia but he doesn't trust women and he has some deep secrets and a bit of a mystery too.

So with a lot of misunderstanding, a lot of strong wills and some seedy characters and I forgot to mention an evil uncle the story is a wonderful series of missteps, twitze and turns before we get to our HEA.

Wonderful story I just couldn't put down. I highly recommend this book and all the books in this series. You will not be disappointed.

I was gifted this book.
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201 reviews1 follower
May 2, 2017
I received a review copy of this book.

I love the way Collette brings her stories to life and takes the reader on an emotional journey. Lydia Farnsworth and Alisdair McTavish develop feelings for each other. Yet they are both honorable and will do the right thing even if it means they don't get to be together.

There were some surprises in the book related to some secondary characters. I would like to say more but I don't want to spoil the story.

This book is the fifth of the Highland Heather Romancing a Scot Series. It is standalone but I recommend reading the rest of the books as the hero and heroine are in the previous book and you'll get to know them better.
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633 reviews3 followers
May 25, 2017
I received this book as a gift and read it immediately as I love stories by Collette Cameron. A story about Alasdair McTavish and Lydia being the last child of Laird Farnsworth. She knows her father is about to die and she believes she will become the next Laird. The trouble is her mother's nephew feels he should get the honor since he is a man. So her father sends the both of them to Craiglocky to ask Ewan for help in training their men and Ewan chooses his cousin Alasdair.
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783 reviews17 followers
May 17, 2017
Lydia Fransworth is the last living heir to her father Laird of Tornbury, through unfortunate events she's lost almost everyone in her family. Now her father is on his deathbed and doesn't have much time, he needs to name her Laird but she needs to prove her worth that she's strong enough, smart enough and not an emotional woman governed by sentiment.....heaven forbid her snivelling cousin on her mothers side gets the title. Her father has pulled a last ace from his sleeve he has plans for her. A tournament and the prize will be her hand in marriage. For Lydia the only man worthy of her hand is Alasdair McTavish and lately he wants nothing to do with her.
Alasdair McTavish has secretly coveted Lydia's affections but because of a secret he can never have her. She can never know how she makes him feel.
But when a foe endangers Lydia he will move heaven and earth to keep her safe. Maybe his secret isn't worth being kept if the love of his life will be lost to him.

A wonderful love story that will keep you glued till the end. It has all the elements an intriguing plot villains a sexy Highlander and a fearless heroine that despite the hardships women faced she fought hard to be viewed as an equal if not better than some men. I love that she wasn't portrayed as a simpering brainless woman with no voice. I highly recommend this awesome story let yourself be taken away with Collette Cameron's Passion and Plunder.

I received a complimentary copy from the author for my honest opinion.
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330 reviews6 followers
May 1, 2017
Passion and Plunder ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️written by Collette Cameron
(Highlander Heather Romancing a Scott, #5

Tornbury Fortress, Scottish Highlands 1819, Lydia Farnsworth, the daughter of laird Bailoch Farnsworth and only living heir is devastated by all the recent family deaths. Her two brothers and her mother all died within months of each other. She wonders if they are cursed. As the only living heir she could become the next laird as per her father. But will he make her the laird, a good question. As her father becomes decidedly sicker it is obvious he will not live very long a decision needs to be made.

Her father sends her to Craiglocky Keep to enlist the help of Alasdair McTavish to come to Tornbury to train their much neglected warriors.
Lydia as a young maid became enamoured with Lord Flynn a Marquess of the ton. Soon Flynn realized both he an Lydia did not fit as a match and left her to marry another.

Lydia has pined his leaving and as Alasdair being her friend for many years he knew how she carried this torch. Alasdair also harbored a secret he never shared and that was that he was married eight years prior and his wife left him after aborting their child. Alasdair hates his wife and this hatred formed his jaded feelings about love. Alasdair always had feelings for Lydia but as a married man he kept them in check.

When Alasdair returns to Tornbury with Lydia he finds he is very protective of her and extremely suspicious of her uncle Gordon the Stewart of Tornbury. The close proximity of Lydia and Alasdair kindles deep feelings that neither can overlook.

To write more in this review would spoil the great read you have in store for you. Ms Cameron brings in an extraordinary twist that could not be seen. The characters in this novel are so compelling you find yourself hoping for them to find a way out of the many dilemmas put before them. As a reader you truly see the scope of this author's talent and sensitivity.





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148 reviews
May 22, 2017
Whether you are a fan of Collette Cameron, or new to her writing, you will not be disappointed with the latest installment in the Highland Heather Romancing a Scot series. Collette Cameron's storytelling is full of details and sweeps you away to Tornbury Fortress, where you are immersed in the lives of Lydia and Alasdair. She has a great talent for writing! The banter between the characters will have you laughing, you will be cheering for their bravery and heroics, and the heartbreak they endure will having you in tears. The intrigue captures you from the very beginning and holds you until the last page. I was torn between wanting to learn how Lydia and Alasdair's story ends but not wanting the book to end.
This is the 5th book in the series but can be read as a stand alone novel. If you are a fan of Scottish historical romance you cannot go wrong with this wonderful story! I thoroughly enjoyed it!!
I received this ARC and happily give my honest opinion and review.
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191 reviews5 followers
May 23, 2017
Passion and Plunder is book 5 in Collette Cameron’s Highland Heather Romancing a Scot Series. The setting is Tornbury Fortress in the Scottish Highlands 1819.

Lydia Farnsworth has lost all immediate family members except her father, who is now ill. She must prove to him that she’s able to take over as Laird. One way or another.
Alastair is War chief at a neighboring stronghold and agrees to help Lydia and her father with the training of their warriors.

This is another book that’s going on my read-in-a-day shelf. I felt the chemistry between Lydia and Alasdair immediately. There’s a few twists that I didn’t see coming and an emotional twist that almost had me in tears.

I received a copy for review at Celtic Dragon Book Reviews All opinions are my own.

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339 reviews8 followers
May 24, 2017
I'm not sure how Collette Cameron keeps delivering these fabulous Scottish Highland stories, but I am sure glad she does. This one is extra special as it is Lydia and Alisdair's story. I have been anxiously waiting for it and it does not disappoint.
From the first words, I could visualize the characters, even the despicable Uncle Gordon. I could hear the lilt of the Scottish language by reading the written words. I could see the Scottish Highlands in my mind with the vivid descriptions.
I'm not going to share any spoilers. Please take my word and those of the other reviewers that this is a fabulous book in a wonderful series. While this can be read as a standalone, it's fun to have read the entire series as the characters feel like old friends.
The book is full of passion, anxious moments, frustrations, secrets, heartache and love. Truly fabulous.
I received an ARC of this book. The choice to read and review it was all mine.
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842 reviews1 follower
May 24, 2017
This is Book 5 in the "Highland Heather Romancing" Series and as always Ms cameron delivers a tale that I couldn't put down!

In this book we meet Lydia, a Scotish lass next in line to become Laird of Tornbury but to be able to do it she needs to find a man who wants to be by her side and help her while treating with respect. Alistair McCreary has suffered a lot for love. His wife left him and became a prostitute.

When they meet, the chemistry between Lydia and Alistair is just amazing and the book is very entertaining! Great Read!
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3,086 reviews86 followers
May 18, 2017
Lydia Farnsworth has faced far too much tragedy this last year, and now her beloved father is deathly ill. Since she is the last of her family she is hoping her father will name her as the next Laird of Thornbury Fortress. There are unfortunately many that don't think a woman should be Laird is her father one of them?
Alisdair McTavish has been asked to stand in as war chief at Thornbury to protect the Fortress in this time of change. That will put quite a temptation in front of him.
The worst of the danger is a lot closer to home.
Both our hero and heroine have been hurt before, can they put the past behind them?
A very emotional story, with danger, intrigue and woman fighting for her rights.
This book will drag you in from the first page and not let you go until the end.
I loved it.
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927 reviews24 followers
May 28, 2017
In the fifth installment of Collette Cameron's Highland Heather Romancing a Scot series the beautiful heir to the Laird of Tornbury Fortress must seek out the son of Craiglocky Keep's war chief in order to safeguard her inheritance as her father lies on his deathbed. As secrets, danger and powerful attraction take hold can true love be a possibility?

Passion and Plunder's Lydia Farnsworth officially joins the elite company of Collette Cameron's exceptional heroines! Full of understated grace, whether confronting the challenges of leading her clan or coping with a multitude of losses, Lydia is a character readers will hold dear. You might think that no hero would be worthy of Lydia but along came Alasdair McTavish with his quiet strength and kind heart, no doubt the catalyst for many a page turned by means of dreamy sighs. Surprises and action set this story on a speedy course held steady by this couple's unwavering devotion to each other and a lovely attraction that built further in their knowledge of their mutual support. Ms. Cameron's writing embodies an old school refinement that she adorns with her unique playful humor and far reaching sensitivity for the ultimate reading encounter. To quote the beginning of this book "Life's never predictable" and after reading another of this author works I can say that while life may not be predicable Collette Cameron's stories are always predictably wonderful!

*I was given an advanced copy. All opinions expressed are my own.*

*While part of a series this work can be read as a stand alone.*
3 reviews1 follower
May 28, 2017
My mother’s family traveled from Inverness, Scotland to North America in the late 1600s. The Cattanach family was part of the Clan Chattan. I grew up hearing tales of the clan, a family castle and more. Reading PASSION AND PLUNDER, was like traveling home to the tales I was told in my youth of a time long ago. Lydia Farnsworth is the last living child of the Laird of Thornbury who is in failing health and must appoint the person who will replace him upon his death. Lydia is smart, strong willed, capable of besting any man with a bow an arrow, and fully capable of taking on the title of Laird. Will her father agree or pass her over for a man to lead the clan? When Alasdair McTavish, of nearby Craiglocky Keep, is sent to Thornbury to whip the fighting men into battle readiness, he and Lydia rekindle their friendship into something more. When they learn that the Laird has invited members of the neighboring clans to compete in a competition to win Lydia’s hand in marriage, the pair must find a way to change her father’s plans. Lydia’s uncle is a slimy, conniving, weasel of a man who wants to be the next Laird and is willing to kill anyone who stands in his way. These elements and more make for a grand tale that will keep you reading long past your bedtime.
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1,717 reviews311 followers
May 24, 2017
This novel is romantic yet comical, heartfelt and exciting. It is a brilliant read on all fronts. I love how realistic everything was. The unique storytelling and plot development that Cameron wields creates a whole that I couldn't put down. Romance and comic relief vie for center stage and Cameron transports readers back in time in such a manner that I really felt as if I'd lived it.

Cameron has created characters who never fail to make me giggle, regardless of the predicament that they find themselves in. I fell in love with the characters as I got to know each of them. Their realism and imperfections made them so much fun to journey alongside. These are the type of people that you truly want to get to know and read about.

Once again Cameron has created a one of a kind novel that is a fantastic read alone or as part of this series. It's one that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others.

Please note that I was a gifted a copy of this novel. All of the opinions expressed here are my own.
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1,011 reviews47 followers
May 30, 2017
I loved this story by Collette Cameron! It is the fifth book in her Highland Heather Romancing a Scot Series.
Lydia Farnsworth has lost almost her whole family and is now facing the fact that her father will be gone soon. Because he worries about her, his lands and people he comes up with a plan for a competition and the winner will not only get her hand in marriage, but become the next chieftain of the clan.
Asking Alasdair McTavish to come to train the men makes perfect sense. It also gives Lydia and Alasdair a chance to get to know one another. They soon realize that their feelings have changed and maybe them marrying can be the answer to all the clan's problems, but someone within the clan wants it and has been doing all he or she can to make that happen by putting the family and clan members in danger.

I was given an ARC from the author/publisher. All conclusions are mine and mine alone.
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921 reviews41 followers
May 24, 2017
This is book five in Highland Heather Romancing a Scot series but it can definitely be read as a standalone.

The first word that came to my mind as I read the last page was WOW! This story was chalk full of wow's. The setting of Scottish Highlands was wow; the heroine's strength and bravery is wow and the hero is to die for, so wow for him as well.

As usual, Ms. Cameron gives us an intriguing plot, and coupled with a fast pace and great characterization, this story was vastly entertaining as well as heartwarming. I adored the main characters and thoroughly enjoyed their road to happily ever after. The chemistry between the two was electric!

If you're a fan of kilted men that speak with a burr, this story is for you. If you're a fan of Scottish Highlands, you'll let Ms. Cameron take you there. Her wonderful prose and descriptive story telling will enchant you.

Melanie for b2b

Gift copy provided by the author for an honest review
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293 reviews
May 24, 2017
I think that this is the first 5-star rating I have given to a historical romance set in Scotland. I have to admit that I am usually put off by the language, but this time the story was so strong and the characters so well written that I found myself engrossed in the story and not bothered by the brogue.

The story of Lydia Farnsworth and Alasdair McTavish is full of romance and intrigue. The way Collette Cameron writes, you feel transported to both the time and place of the story and into the characters’ lives. This book is so good, I may have to re-think my normal aversion to Highlands romance. I will definitely start with Collette’s other Highlands books as I have already been a big fan of her other works.

5 stars.

*I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily reviewing it.
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206 reviews1 follower
May 25, 2017
Collette Cameron has done it again I was captivated from the beginning, and couldn’t put this book down! This book has a sweet and quirky heroine and a steamy hero tangled together in a complicated romance readers will root for. Passion and Plunder is the 5th book in the Highland Heather Romancing a Scot Series. You can read this as a standalone but I highly recommend you read all 4 books before it. I was gifted a copy of the book and that all opinions are my own.
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6 reviews3 followers
May 26, 2017
Amazing! What a great read, one of my favorites. I love that Collette has the heroin as the leader of the clan. I couldn't put the book down till I finished reading it. I am now counting the days till her next book release. I received a copy of this book as a gift, but I purchased it as well because I loved it so much.
1,296 reviews1 follower
May 30, 2017
Sweet story

This is actually the first book I read in the series. I had no problems reading it as a standalone though I plan to go back and read the whole series. I can't wait to find what lead up to the two people pulled in too many directions who still find love.
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1,283 reviews40 followers
May 24, 2017
I received this book as a gift and so happy I did! This story kept me wanting more, could not put the book down and I wish the story kept going on and on! The characters are complex. I love Lydia and Alisdair. This book will make you laugh and cry, and you will feel as if you are in the scenes with the characters. This is a story of love and strength, heartbreak and joy. I loved this book!
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487 reviews
May 24, 2017
'Passion and Plunder' is another great Regency Romance novel by Collette Cameron. At times it makes you laugh out loud and at other times it's bitter-sweet. But both are well balanced. The twists and turns in this book kept me hooked and I found myself not wanting to put it down until the end. Ms. Cameron has a wonderful way with words. The descriptions of the characters' surroundings were so interwoven with the story that I never felt like I was reading a travel brochure the way I did with some other books of the same genre. The only thing I cannot comment on is the Scottish language since I am not familiar with it. But I highly recommend the book to all Regency Romance lovers.
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2,753 reviews23 followers
May 25, 2017
This is an emotional, dramatic and romantic story that has heartache and humor. The characters are strong, independent, charming and interesting. It's a page turner that gets you completely engrossed in the story. The dynamics between the characters are fascinating and entertaining. This one goes to the top of your TBR list so you can enjoy the excitement of it.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my voluntary and honest opinion of it.
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596 reviews
July 24, 2017
Intrigue, secrets, and one hell of a love story in Cameron's latest installment in the Highland Heather Romancing a Scot Series, Passion and Plunder. As both of the hero and heroine's secrets unravel throughout the story, you are pulled into their story. A very enjoyable historical romance to read.
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June 10, 2017
CAPTIVATING PAGE TURNING IN FOR A SURPRISE ROMANCE

Passion and Plunder is book 5 in Highland Heather Romancing a Scot series. This book leaves the reader feeling more than WOW! Full of suspense, strength, bravery, betrayal, and mystery, I didn’t want to lay the book down until I reached the last page, and then I could have started all over again. Collette Cameron’s books always include a sexy hero and heroine with strength and many emotions along with her own style of humor, which, makes me absolutely love her style of writing.

What does it take for a person to sacrifice everything for another person, even knowing they may never be together? The sole surviving heir to the Laird of Tornbury Fortress, Lydia Farnsworth, has almost lost everyone she loves. And now with her father on his deathbed, she doesn’t know what to think, with him inviting warriors from all around to participate in a contest with the winner claiming Lydia as a bride.

The son of Craiglocky Keep’s war chief, Alasdair McTavish, a warrior with his own skills, is sentf to Tornbury to train Farnsworth soldiers. He finds that as danger comes close to Lydia he must rely on himself to protect her.

Passion and Plunder is a fascinating page turner from page one through to the last, I am very much looking forward to the next release. I very highly recommend this book, or any other book written by Collette Cameron. This author has a permanent place on my reread keeper shelf. This is a five-star read and should be placed at the top of your to be read list.
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37 reviews7 followers
May 25, 2017
Everytime I read a book By Ms.Cameron I swear its my favorite...This time its true. This is my very favorite Of the Highland Heather Romancing a Scot series.
Alasdair's story is one I've been waiting forever to be told & it is well worth the wait. No one writes dialogue like Ms.Cameron, Witty & humerous. The plot brings you in from the very beginning, intrique & a great attention to detail.
this is a definite page turner, with just the right amount of passion, heartache & a plot twist you don't see come....There is alittle bit of something for everyone, plus we get our HEA ...Hooray !!!
this should be at the top of your "Must-Read" list. A 5+ novel
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