A Striking Result: A feel-good, injured footballer and nurse romance

Scottish Island Escapes #8

by Margaret Amatt

She’s about to tackle everything he’s trying to hide.


When unlucky-in-love Carys McTeague is offered the job of caring for an injured footballer, she goes for it even though it’s far removed from the world she’s used to.

Scottish football hero Troy Copeland is at the centre of a media storm after a serious accident left him with career-threatening injuries and his fiancée dumped him for a teammate. With a little persuasion from Carys, he flees to the remote Isle of Mull to escape and recuperate.

On Mull, Carys reconnects with someone unexpected from her past and starts to fall in love with the island – and Troy. But nothing lasts forever. Carys has been abandoned more than once and as soon as Troy’s recovered, he’ll leave like everyone else.

Troy’s smitten by Carys but has a career to preserve. Will he realise he’s been chasing the wrong goal before he loses the love of his life?

Genres: Contemporary

310 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 28, 2022

About the author

Margaret Amatt is the author of heartwarming contemporary romance novels set in Scotland, filled with close-knit communities, unforgettable characters and uplifting happily-ever-afters.

Her stories are filled with friendship, family, humour, emotional journeys and a sprinkle of spice. Whether they're set beside a sparkling loch, on a windswept Hebridean island or in a bustling Highland town, every book celebrates the people and places that make Scotland so special.
Margaret is the author of four romance series:

The Glenbriar Series – an interconnected collection of cosy small-town romances set in the fictional Highland town of Glenbriar, where each novel follows a different couple while familiar faces return throughout the series.
The Glenbriar Castle Series – continuing the story of Glenbriar with a fresh focus on Dairvin Castle and the Bruce family, while keeping all the warmth, community spirit and romance readers have come to love.
Scottish Island Escapes – an interconnected collection of standalone, feel-good contemporary romances set on the beautiful Isle of Mull, featuring stunning scenery, fresh starts and an unforgettable island community.
Love on the Edge – Barra – an interconnected collection of standalone contemporary romances set on the spectacular Hebridean island of Barra, where family, friendship and second chances are never far away.

Although the books are interconnected, every novel can be enjoyed as a standalone. Readers who start from the beginning will enjoy spotting returning characters, revisiting favourite places and watching the communities grow with each new story.

Margaret has been making up stories since she was five years old, when her primary school teacher wrote, "Margaret has a flair for creative writing." Thankfully, she never stopped writing. These days she's a full-time professional daydreamer, lifelong book lover and unapologetic chocolate enthusiast who still believes there's nothing better than getting completely lost in a good romance.
If you're looking for somewhere romantic, you've found the right place.

Reviews

[Evie Alexander · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you like Roy Kent in 'Ted Lasso' then you'll love Troy Copeland in 'A Striking Result'.

This book has a hot grumpy footballer and a fabulous female lead. It's got love, mystery, humour and heart, all set against the stunning background of the isle of Mull. I loved this story so much!!!

[Alison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another work of art by Margaret Amatt and probably my favorite in the series so far! Carys is a determined young women with big dreams but deals with abandonment issues. Troy Copeland is an injured football player who behaves lofty and arrogant in order to hide a secret he's ashamed to admit. When chance pairs Carys as Troy's carer and therapist, they find the strength and courage that they need in each other in order to face their demons head on. This book was an absolute joy to read!

[Lyndsey Gallagher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another absolute gem from Margaret Amatt!
With stunning scenery, a utterly endearing heroine and a gorgeous hero in need of saving from himself- this book has it all!
Full of heart warming moments and hilarious dialogue, I highly recommend this book!

[patricia mctaggart · Rating 5 out of 5]

very Good , less stuff about the bedroom and more story this time ...

[Grace Power · Rating 5 out of 5]

When football star Troy is involved in a car accident he employs Carys as his carer to help his recovery. Carys hasn’t a clue about football and doesn’t realise Troy is a Celtic and Scotland International star player. Her dad is a fanatic Rangers fan!.
The press are bothering Troy, so he buys a property on Mull and Carys goes with him. On Mull they are in for a few surprises as the press photograph them and Carys comes face to face with her stepmother.
A story which uncovers Troy’s dyslexia and his recovery and forces him to think about what he really wants.
Is football the way forward for Troy or is there another path mapped out for him. These two belong on the same team!

[Louise Hudson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Carys and Troy are the perfect example of grumpy vs sunshine. Set on the Isle of Mull, this is a beautiful backdrop for a story full of self discovery and second chances.