Highland Knight of Dreams

Highland Dynasty #4.5

by Amy Jarecki

When Alice Lamont discovers Quinn Campbell, grandson of her clan’s most hated enemy, sleeping on the very ground where her father’s blood was spilled, she readies herself for battle. But her cryptic grandmother has other ideas. She gives Alice a rosebud to place beside Quinn as he sleeps. But this is no ordinary rose. Legend foretells of love that rises upon the blooming of this bud. And as Quinn awakes dreaming of a ravishing beauty, he pricks in finger on a thorn and realizes his dream was real. Driven by insatiable desire, Quinn will face heaven and hell to find her. But when he does, will Alice possess the courage to love?

Genres: Historical Romance

90 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 12, 2019

About the author

Known for her action-packed, passionate romances, USA TODAY Bestselling Author Amy Jarecki has received reader and critical praise throughout her writing career. She won the prestigious RT Reviewers' Choice award for THE HIGHLAND DUKE and a RONE award from InD’tale Magazine for Best Time Travel for her novel RISE OF A LEGEND. In addition to being a USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Amy has earned the designation as an Amazon All Star Author. She holds an MBA from Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland and now resides in Wisconsin with her husband where she writes immersive historical and contemporary romance novels.

Become a part of her world and learn more about Amy’s books on amyjarecki.com!

Reviews

[Nikki · Rating 2 out of 5]

Rating: 2.75 Stars

“Quinn awakes dreaming of a ravishing beauty, he pricks in finger on a thorn and realizes his dream was real. Driven by insatiable desire, Quinn will face heaven and hell to find her.”

The synopsis is misleading.I thought that the MMC’s “insatiable desire” was a result of the curse—that pricking his finger on the thorn was the spell’s activation—but the “insatiable desire” was just ordinary lust fueled by the frivolous, yet iconic, insta-love of fairy tales. I also thought that “Quinn will face heaven and hell to find her,” meant that there would be a long separation in which the MMC endures monumentous challenges during his search for the FMC…but he literally finds her again the next day, and they’re never separated after that. That being said, I didn’t really enjoy the story, and only finished it because of how short it is—even then, I skimmed a bit.

The FMC came across as entitled despite her humble upbringing.

”She’d lived her life in a shabby cottage. Aye it was cozy, but thanks to the Campbells, Alice had been deprived of growing up in fine style. She’d been deprived of lavish gowns and a marriage arranged to strengthen bonds between clans.”

Her maturity was that of a teenager, rather than a twenty-four-year-old—granted, she was isolated for most of her life, and therefore is lacking in personal experience, and therefore personal growth. It still annoyed me how she goes from claiming the MMC as her mortal enemy to drooling over his physique.

“Alice didn’t want to like him, but it was impossible not to fall victim to the handsome contours of his face.”

I also didn’t care for the MMC. He was constantly waxing poetic about the FMC’s beauty, and overall, just treated her like a coveted possession.

“Aye, dozens of women around would give their eyeteeth to lie with him this night, but not a one would suffice but the beauty who gazed upon him without a smile.”

The romance just didn’t work for me. It was too shallow. I wouldn’t even consider this an insta-love romance, as their relationship was built on, and consisted of, their instant attraction.

Title: Highland Knight of Dreams (Highland Dynasty #4.5)
POV(s): Dual—Third Person
Interconnected Series: Yes
Standalone: Yes
Cliffhanger: No
HEA: Yes
Relationship: M/F
Genre(s): Scottish Historical Romance, Clean Romance, Novella
Triggers: N/A
Tags/Tropes:
❖ Enemies-to-Lovers
❖ Fast-Burn
❖ Heroine-Heals-Hero
❖ Highlands-1670
❖ Insta-Lust
❖ Laird-Hero

[Lori D · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Highlands of Scotland 1670
I am not sure how I missed this story when it came out, but I could not wait to read it! Why you ask? Well the author is the fabulous Amy Jarecki who always wraps her stories around my heart! Then the cover is my fav cover model. Yes, I know I digress. But had to get that out of the way!
"It is a wise man who can harness the power of the rose. Brawn and bravery may come and go but only wisdom can reverse the curse."
Alice was to speak this when she placed the rose beside the sleeping Quinn Campbell who was grandson of the man who had killed all of her grandmother and her clan years ago. Now was time for their revenge.
Quinn and his two friends were on their way to the Isle of Bute and had stopped at the old ruins of the castle their grandfather had destroyed and taken the land from another clan years ago. While he was asleep he dreamed he was visited by a beautiful woman that he thought he had glimpsed earlier in the day.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story with a braw highlander and a little magic that would pull Quinn and Alice together! Don't miss it!

[Christine Woinich · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a quick story. Warring families were tricked into working together. Alice wanted revenge, but her grandmother gave her a different task. Alice was sent to attend a meeting of the clans and started with the instructions of her grandmother when she found Quinn. He thought it was a dream, but he became more driven to make Alice his once he realized that she was not. Plans sent them on one path while another event was taking place. Alice was strong, determined, and a smart chief. Quinn was protective and willing to compromise. I enjoyed the story.

This was the first time I listened to a story narrated by the author. She did a good job bringing her characters to life.

This is my unsolicited review.

[Sara Marquez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Feuds or Curses

This was short and sweet but I still enjoyed reading it. I enjoy reading the highland series; the adventure and romance brings the story to life. The author keeps you interested, I couldn't stop reading.

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

Little disappointed. I want the more betweens Quinn and Alice and more actions. There's not even love scene, only dialogues.

I did enjoyed reading this short sweet story. In fact, too sweet and clean.

Quinn ♥️ Alice

[Ada Geringer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highland Might of Drrams

I love your stories and the ending are so great. You do a great job, keep it up. Now on to the next one. Thank you again. Ada G.

[Beachbaby]

In boxed set - "The Highland Dynasty Series"

[Melissa Cannito · Rating 5 out of 5]

Any way you tell the legend of the rose is sweet. This book was no exception. I like how this is a real rose and how lives throughout the story.

[Janice Short · Rating 5 out of 5]

The surprise of a little magic.

A surprise in every chapter of this book. A little bit of magic makes it more interesting! You won't be able to put this book down.

[Elizabeth Hogan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bobby tale!

Well written short story. Wonderful ending story for the Highland Dynasty Series. No need to read other 4 books but have enjoyed all of them immensely.

[Vicki Rakus · Rating 4 out of 5]

Highland Knight of Dreams

I loved the whole series. Unpredictable adventure & surprises . loved your characters & plot. Watching the unconditional love in the words.

[Mary Ellen Hall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Highland Knight of Dreams

I never like d novelle stories. They are too short and a lot of times we miss out on a lot of facts. I am happy the two clans became one.

[Nora Griswold · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was very enjoyable story, love the connection with the rose!

[Brigitte · Rating 5 out of 5]

This novella is sweet and well presented. Love and a damask rose can heal the ongoing feud between two clans.

Quinn, heir to the Earl of Argyll is on his way to defend his Highland title when he spots Alice. She takes his breath away and he goes in persuit to no avail.

Alice lost her father in a feud between the two clans, and is brought up by her grandmother. On seeing Quinn, she is quite taken by his looks and demeanour, but no matter, his clan is responsible for her father's demise.

Her grandmother, on the other hand has different ideas. She places her faith in the rose, and low and behold, peace is on the horizon.

This story might be short, but it portrays a full and captivating story. Love is a powerful healer. A delightful read.