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The Taming
AS WILD AS THE WHIPPING SEA WIND...
was Cameron -- beautiful, innocent, shameless; a spark of Scotland's blazing past. With the pure, unspoiled spirit of a child and the ripening womanhood of a temptress, she was an irresistible challenge to every man who met her....
AS STRONG AND PROUD AS THE SCOTTISH COAST...
was Alex -- the dashing son of a highland warrior; tormented by a tragic past, he had vowed to live only for today. Until that windswept night when the emerald-eyed, fiery-spirited Cameron charged into his world atop a rearing black stallion....
Together they crossed the Scottish isle from the raw, sea-worn cliffs and endless moors to the lavish mirrored halls of Edinburgh's high society. Together they plunged toward the inevitable moment that would rule their lives forever -- and carry their hearts to the rapturous brink of...THE TAMING
The immortal tale of a man and a woman who dared to share a dangerous love, a reckless destiny.
was Cameron -- beautiful, innocent, shameless; a spark of Scotland's blazing past. With the pure, unspoiled spirit of a child and the ripening womanhood of a temptress, she was an irresistible challenge to every man who met her....
AS STRONG AND PROUD AS THE SCOTTISH COAST...
was Alex -- the dashing son of a highland warrior; tormented by a tragic past, he had vowed to live only for today. Until that windswept night when the emerald-eyed, fiery-spirited Cameron charged into his world atop a rearing black stallion....
Together they crossed the Scottish isle from the raw, sea-worn cliffs and endless moors to the lavish mirrored halls of Edinburgh's high society. Together they plunged toward the inevitable moment that would rule their lives forever -- and carry their hearts to the rapturous brink of...THE TAMING
The immortal tale of a man and a woman who dared to share a dangerous love, a reckless destiny.
480 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 1979
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Aleen Malcolm
6 books23 followersAILEEN MALCOLM-NARIZZANO
Artist, writer, actress, lover, mother, sister, friend, world traveler, activist, inspiration and so much more,
Aileen was born in Merton, Surrey, England, lived in Canada and the United States and traveled extensively before choosing Tortola as her home more than 25 years ago. She was a deeply private and passionate person who was blessed with a massively enquiring mind and a great joy of life. She saw beauty where others don't and championed the causes of the under-privileged and unrepresented everywhere. She had many hobby horses, which often made for lively and contentious discussion around the dinner table after a good meal and the digestifs had appeared.
Aileen was first and foremost an Artist and may be best known on Tortola for her beautiful watercolor paintings of Main Street - which are currently on display in the BVI Administration Building. Aileen was a prolific painter; published books; wrote poems and plays that were not only staged but archived in the New York City Performing Arts Library. Aileen was a lover, mother, sister, mentor, widow, world traveler, activist, protestor, planter, cook, dancer, swimmer, helper, giver, teacher, painter, writer, author, poet and golfer.
Aileen lived her life to the fullest - her way. She continues to be an inspiration to us all.
-Obituary
Artist, writer, actress, lover, mother, sister, friend, world traveler, activist, inspiration and so much more,
Aileen was born in Merton, Surrey, England, lived in Canada and the United States and traveled extensively before choosing Tortola as her home more than 25 years ago. She was a deeply private and passionate person who was blessed with a massively enquiring mind and a great joy of life. She saw beauty where others don't and championed the causes of the under-privileged and unrepresented everywhere. She had many hobby horses, which often made for lively and contentious discussion around the dinner table after a good meal and the digestifs had appeared.
Aileen was first and foremost an Artist and may be best known on Tortola for her beautiful watercolor paintings of Main Street - which are currently on display in the BVI Administration Building. Aileen was a prolific painter; published books; wrote poems and plays that were not only staged but archived in the New York City Performing Arts Library. Aileen was a lover, mother, sister, mentor, widow, world traveler, activist, protestor, planter, cook, dancer, swimmer, helper, giver, teacher, painter, writer, author, poet and golfer.
Aileen lived her life to the fullest - her way. She continues to be an inspiration to us all.
-Obituary
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December 15, 2014
"I give you my child, my bairn into your keeping."
The girl: Cameron (no last name given), has been raised by her 'grandfather' in the northern Highlands of Scotland. Although raised isn't quite the right word, since there was only her 'grandfather' and a nutty housekeeper and Cameron was allowed to run wild like a boy, until one day the old man is on his deathbed and he needs to give her into another man's care...
"What madness had made him ride the length of Scotland in answer to a curt message from a man he scarcely remembered meeting?"
The guy: Sir Alex Sinclair. Having a child put into his care was the last thing he expected, and boy-oh-boy is he surprised that the 'boy' turns out to be a girl. A very wild girl who has no concept of lady-like behavior and dresses and all those bits of clothing that go under them. Let's just say his hands are full and sparks are a-flying.
"Cameron, young ladies dinna go about throwing off their clothes at the first sign of water."
That's probably all you need to know going in, but be aware both Cameron and Alex have hot tempers and issues from their past that need to be dealt with (along with that bitch of a mistress Alex has been keeping). As dark and disturbing as some of the story twists are (and those arguments!), I couldn't stop reading and have already ordered the sequel. The resolution leading up to the HEA probably dragged on a bit too much for my preferences, but YMMV.
I do want to caution readers that this was published in 1979 and there are some old skool elements that just aren't going to sit well with some readers. I don't want to give much away, but anyone who had issues with Outlander and the infamous spanking incident probably should not be reading this book.
The girl: Cameron (no last name given), has been raised by her 'grandfather' in the northern Highlands of Scotland. Although raised isn't quite the right word, since there was only her 'grandfather' and a nutty housekeeper and Cameron was allowed to run wild like a boy, until one day the old man is on his deathbed and he needs to give her into another man's care...
"What madness had made him ride the length of Scotland in answer to a curt message from a man he scarcely remembered meeting?"
The guy: Sir Alex Sinclair. Having a child put into his care was the last thing he expected, and boy-oh-boy is he surprised that the 'boy' turns out to be a girl. A very wild girl who has no concept of lady-like behavior and dresses and all those bits of clothing that go under them. Let's just say his hands are full and sparks are a-flying.
"Cameron, young ladies dinna go about throwing off their clothes at the first sign of water."
That's probably all you need to know going in, but be aware both Cameron and Alex have hot tempers and issues from their past that need to be dealt with (along with that bitch of a mistress Alex has been keeping). As dark and disturbing as some of the story twists are (and those arguments!), I couldn't stop reading and have already ordered the sequel. The resolution leading up to the HEA probably dragged on a bit too much for my preferences, but YMMV.
I do want to caution readers that this was published in 1979 and there are some old skool elements that just aren't going to sit well with some readers. I don't want to give much away, but anyone who had issues with Outlander and the infamous spanking incident probably should not be reading this book.
December 11, 2025
I wanted to like this
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・:〃➜ Minor in s*xual situations
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For context, this books takes place in post Jacobite Scotland; 1761~1762.
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・:〃➜ Minor in an abusive situation: physical violence, verbal violence, abuse, neglect.
・:〃➜ Minor in s*xual situations
・:〃➜ Infidelity
For context, this books takes place in post Jacobite Scotland; 1761~1762.
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January 10, 2025
Read: 1/1/25
1st book of the year! Hmm...
The story takes place in 1761, Scotland. Sir Alexander arrives at his late father's friend's house to chaos. The old Jacobite is dying and wants Alex to become the guardian of his wild "grandson," Cameron. Alex is shocked when Cameron turns out to be a beautiful 15 year old girl. She is definitely not the crazy deadman's real granddaughter. Who is she? Before he died, the old man described her as "the heart of Scotland." Yea, it wasn't hard to figure out who her real father's identity was. Cameron has been brought up on Jacobite ideals but not much else. She's been isolated her whole life. Most believe her to be a witch because of her beauty and her strange connection to animals.
These two have a tug of war to leave the crumbling estate. Cameron tries to flee and runs into danger. Surprise! She loses her beloved pet and almost her life. Along the way, Alex's attraction to Cameron grows strong. When they reach civilization, they stay at an inn. Cameron tries to seduce him, and they are caught. So Alex pronounced that Cameron was his wife. Apparently, this is all that is needed in Scotland to be married. I thought by 1760s, you would need at least a blacksmith, an anvil, and a signed paper, but I don't know Scottish law that well, so I maybe
So Alex is mad at being forced to marry and leaves his wife at his estate. He returns to Edinburg society. Here, the H does the typical hr tantrum. Still, he can't forget his wild wife, but how can he accept her into his life. Will these two make it back together or be driven apart?
Alex: I liked him most of the time. Poor Alex is straddling two worlds, the old and the new. He lost everything after Culloden Moor. His proud father turned into a blubbering mess after his wife and daughters died on the ship to America. Alex has been in charge since he was 12 years old. He joined the British army and earned some of his estates back. He had to sacrifice his pride to accomplish everything, and this wild girl could destroy it all.
Cameron: she was hard for me to like sometimes. The author does a great job of describing her. Cameron is unearthly and different. She doesn't have much experience with people. This could have been humorous and charming, but unfortunately, the author doesn't go down that route. I found her plain selfish. I understand where the author was going, but it didn't change that I wanted to put her over my knee through most of the book.
Problems:
1. The h's age is the BIGGEST problem for me! 15 years old was too young for me! Why that young? Alex is attracted to her, but the descriptions are kind of gross. He can't stop comparing her to a child sometimes. Yuck! This made it hard for me to enjoy the romance.
2. Needed editing! The story isn't bad for most of the book. It's the last 150 pages that are not needed. They are finally together (I love you moments) and are stuck in a cabin for the winter. So 150 pages of love making and the h not believing she's good enough or he doesn't really love her. ***eye roll***. Not necessary!
Conclusion:
So why did I continue with this book? I don't really know, but I like the author's writing style. I wonder what she could do with a likable h and story. AM left the book with some intriguing mysteries, so I will continue with the next book.
Sidenote: he kind of cheats on Cameron. After that marriage announcement, he leaves her at his home and continues with his mistress and other women in Edinburg. This is before they have an actual marriage.
1st book of the year! Hmm...
The story takes place in 1761, Scotland. Sir Alexander arrives at his late father's friend's house to chaos. The old Jacobite is dying and wants Alex to become the guardian of his wild "grandson," Cameron. Alex is shocked when Cameron turns out to be a beautiful 15 year old girl. She is definitely not the crazy deadman's real granddaughter. Who is she? Before he died, the old man described her as "the heart of Scotland." Yea, it wasn't hard to figure out who her real father's identity was. Cameron has been brought up on Jacobite ideals but not much else. She's been isolated her whole life. Most believe her to be a witch because of her beauty and her strange connection to animals.
These two have a tug of war to leave the crumbling estate. Cameron tries to flee and runs into danger. Surprise! She loses her beloved pet and almost her life. Along the way, Alex's attraction to Cameron grows strong. When they reach civilization, they stay at an inn. Cameron tries to seduce him, and they are caught. So Alex pronounced that Cameron was his wife. Apparently, this is all that is needed in Scotland to be married. I thought by 1760s, you would need at least a blacksmith, an anvil, and a signed paper, but I don't know Scottish law that well, so I maybe
So Alex is mad at being forced to marry and leaves his wife at his estate. He returns to Edinburg society. Here, the H does the typical hr tantrum. Still, he can't forget his wild wife, but how can he accept her into his life. Will these two make it back together or be driven apart?
Alex: I liked him most of the time. Poor Alex is straddling two worlds, the old and the new. He lost everything after Culloden Moor. His proud father turned into a blubbering mess after his wife and daughters died on the ship to America. Alex has been in charge since he was 12 years old. He joined the British army and earned some of his estates back. He had to sacrifice his pride to accomplish everything, and this wild girl could destroy it all.
Cameron: she was hard for me to like sometimes. The author does a great job of describing her. Cameron is unearthly and different. She doesn't have much experience with people. This could have been humorous and charming, but unfortunately, the author doesn't go down that route. I found her plain selfish. I understand where the author was going, but it didn't change that I wanted to put her over my knee through most of the book.
Problems:
1. The h's age is the BIGGEST problem for me! 15 years old was too young for me! Why that young? Alex is attracted to her, but the descriptions are kind of gross. He can't stop comparing her to a child sometimes. Yuck! This made it hard for me to enjoy the romance.
2. Needed editing! The story isn't bad for most of the book. It's the last 150 pages that are not needed. They are finally together (I love you moments) and are stuck in a cabin for the winter. So 150 pages of love making and the h not believing she's good enough or he doesn't really love her. ***eye roll***. Not necessary!
Conclusion:
So why did I continue with this book? I don't really know, but I like the author's writing style. I wonder what she could do with a likable h and story. AM left the book with some intriguing mysteries, so I will continue with the next book.
Sidenote: he kind of cheats on Cameron. After that marriage announcement, he leaves her at his home and continues with his mistress and other women in Edinburg. This is before they have an actual marriage.
April 28, 2024
In 1746, the battle of Culloden in the Scottish highlands destroyed the old Scottish way of life. The victorious English confiscated the lands of the "traitors", banned the wearing of kilts and playing of bagpipes, and basically tried to assimilate Scotland into "Northern England." At least, that is the point of view presented by author Aleen Malcolm in her sweeping historical romance The Taming.
Her hero, Lord Alex Sinclair, is one of the next generations of Scotsmen who decided it was more pragmatic to bend the knee to the English no matter the wound to his personal pride and nationalistic fervor. The book begins in the summer of 1761 when Sinclair is summoned to a decrepit and deserted castle lost in the Scottish highlands by Duncan Fraser, one of the last remaining "outlaws" who fought in the civil war two decades prior and who was besties with Sinclair's dearly departed father. On his death bed, Fraser leaves the guardianship of his "bairn" Cameron to Sinclair, who balks at being saddled with a 12 year old highland savage brought up to hate the English and keep to the old ways of the Scots. Except that savage is really a 15 year old girl! If it wasn't obvious that the pairing of these two represent the conflict between the glorious past and the corrupt future of Scotland, the author spells it out for us midway into the book.
The book is divided in three parts: Summer, where Sinclair and Cameron trek through the Scottish highlands encountering many adventures, bonding through a very intense love-hate relationship, and culminating in a rather contrived forced marriage before they even reach Sinclair's home near Edinburgh.
In the second part, Autumn, Sinclair goes from a potentially worthy hero to a complete and utter cad. There is no depths to which he will not sink, including parading his mistress before his wife , and being so cruel that I started rooting for the Other Man in this scenario. Frankly, it was only the wonderful portrayal of Cameron, who, despite being a screeching hellion at times, does really tug at your strings, that kept me going.
In the final part, Winter, circumstances once again throw Sinclair and Cameron into another journey back towards the highlands. The dysfunction between these two actually got worse, not better. The conclusion left this reader with a very wobbly HFN and a cliffhanger to boot. Also, the villain of the piece, Sinclair's odious mistress Fiona, is not given any comeuppance and even worse, she is apparently very much a continuing nuisance in the next book, which makes this reader quite reluctant to continue with this saga.
Her hero, Lord Alex Sinclair, is one of the next generations of Scotsmen who decided it was more pragmatic to bend the knee to the English no matter the wound to his personal pride and nationalistic fervor. The book begins in the summer of 1761 when Sinclair is summoned to a decrepit and deserted castle lost in the Scottish highlands by Duncan Fraser, one of the last remaining "outlaws" who fought in the civil war two decades prior and who was besties with Sinclair's dearly departed father. On his death bed, Fraser leaves the guardianship of his "bairn" Cameron to Sinclair, who balks at being saddled with a 12 year old highland savage brought up to hate the English and keep to the old ways of the Scots. Except that savage is really a 15 year old girl! If it wasn't obvious that the pairing of these two represent the conflict between the glorious past and the corrupt future of Scotland, the author spells it out for us midway into the book.
The book is divided in three parts: Summer, where Sinclair and Cameron trek through the Scottish highlands encountering many adventures, bonding through a very intense love-hate relationship, and culminating in a rather contrived forced marriage before they even reach Sinclair's home near Edinburgh.
In the second part, Autumn, Sinclair goes from a potentially worthy hero to a complete and utter cad. There is no depths to which he will not sink, including parading his mistress before his wife , and being so cruel that I started rooting for the Other Man in this scenario. Frankly, it was only the wonderful portrayal of Cameron, who, despite being a screeching hellion at times, does really tug at your strings, that kept me going.
In the final part, Winter, circumstances once again throw Sinclair and Cameron into another journey back towards the highlands. The dysfunction between these two actually got worse, not better. The conclusion left this reader with a very wobbly HFN and a cliffhanger to boot. Also, the villain of the piece, Sinclair's odious mistress Fiona, is not given any comeuppance and even worse, she is apparently very much a continuing nuisance in the next book, which makes this reader quite reluctant to continue with this saga.
March 1, 2016
I struggled with this book for almost a week. I wanted to like it, want to find some redeeming quality, but I just could not.
I couldn't stand either of the two main characters.
The heroine was only fourteen or fifteen years old and I just could not get over it. I cringed every time the much-older hero described her still-developing body. Not unexpectedly because of her age, she acted childishly. Every other page has her either throwing tantrums or running away. I understood her back story but it would have taken a saint to spend any amount of time with the girl and not resort to something drastic. Also, I did not find it charmingly uninhibited that she seemed unable to keep her clothes on for any length of time and refrain from humping a man she apparently distrusted.
The hero was just rubbish. He handled the heroine with zero tolerance or sensitivity. A simple honest conversation, shortly after their first meeting would have gone a long way to prevent the unfortunate incidents along the way. He seemed unable to use his brain for anything other thinking lustfully about his teenage ward.
DNF + 1 star
I couldn't stand either of the two main characters.
The heroine was only fourteen or fifteen years old and I just could not get over it. I cringed every time the much-older hero described her still-developing body. Not unexpectedly because of her age, she acted childishly. Every other page has her either throwing tantrums or running away. I understood her back story but it would have taken a saint to spend any amount of time with the girl and not resort to something drastic. Also, I did not find it charmingly uninhibited that she seemed unable to keep her clothes on for any length of time and refrain from humping a man she apparently distrusted.
The hero was just rubbish. He handled the heroine with zero tolerance or sensitivity. A simple honest conversation, shortly after their first meeting would have gone a long way to prevent the unfortunate incidents along the way. He seemed unable to use his brain for anything other thinking lustfully about his teenage ward.
DNF + 1 star
January 20, 2019
Alex is a 25 year old man that finds himself saddled with a 15 years old wild girl, Cameron, that had to grow up on her own without much help from her guardian.
While Alex represents the new generation of Scots chosing to bend the knee to the english crown setting aside their nationalistic pride, Cameron has only known the way of living of an old warrior full of hatred for England and still clinging to what remains of that scottish pride.
She's mostly survived on her own, with her loyal dog Torquil at her side and Alex scares her because he tries to force her away from the only life she has always known.
Little by little she overcomes her fears and discovers she's actually attracted to him...
At the beginning, Alex tries to keep his distance because she's his responsability and she's so young.
Soon there's intimacy between them and Cameron is eager to explore her sexuality while Alex is still unsure about bedding her.
She wasn’t sure, but her young thrusting body knew.
Alex longed to penetrate and explode inside her, but he feared for her youth and knew he’d not be able to face her or himself if he did. He fought for control as he told himself that in less than two days they would be home and Fiona would be available to him.
I didn’t like that he thinks about his mistress Fiona while in bed with the heroine, Nor did I enjoy their interactions when she acts sex-crazed and he rejects her:
Alex lay back, seduced by her hands as she gently touched the tip, sighing with excitement. Then coming to his senses he firmly removed her hands and, picking her up, deposited her in the cold tub of water.
Cameron sat, too shocked to speak, as he pulled on his breeches, muttering to himself about how he should be the one cooling off in the tepid water. Cameron gave out a loud scream of rage and beat at the foam that still floated on top, splashing the water all over the floor as a flood of abuse poured out of her mouth.
He also ends up being a jerk to her, even if he knows well she raised herself with no guidance whatsoever!
“Doesn’t even know her own name! Doesn’t know how old she is! Doesn’t even know her parentage! Or what a birthday is! Acts like a bitch in heat! There she is, everybody, my wife. Lady Sinclair. Has no table manners, talks with her mouth full of food, oh, but she can swear like any barroom trollop and throw a knife better than any cutthroat scum.”
Cameron tried to block the cruel stream of words and tried desperately to prove him wrong by dressing herself.
“Need help, Lady Sinclair?” he asked mockingly.
He's so awful to her I wanted to strangle him!!
Cameron has never known affection and love and it doesn't take much to realize that's why, when Alex tries to protect her, her feelings are amplified!
She stepped out to be embraced by the fire-warmed towel Alex held. She stood in front of the fire like a docile obedient child as Alex dried her hair and body with the coarse towel. Never before had she felt so safe. There had never been tender mother’s hands for her and, without her understanding why, Alex’s ministrations fed a hunger that Cameron didn’t know she had.
The writing wasn't bad, I just wasn't into the plot and I had too many issues with the romance to keep on reading.
DNF at 28% but I read further on bits and pieces that made me even angrier about this story.
The supposed "hero" decides it's a good idea to "turn off" the affection he's developing for Cameron by screwing around even if he's already married to her while she tries her best to change herself into a proper Lady to get his attention back.
A cheating and stupid asshole, a doormat child-bride, a crazy mistress... NOPE!
⭐ 1 Stars ⭐
~ My Ratings ~
Writing: --
Plot: --
Hero: --
Heroine: --
Secondary Characters: --
MC's chemistry: --
Steam: --
Triggers: Hero is attracted to underage heroine (but in the '700 -'800 it was normal for a 14 years old girl to marry a 25-30 years old man often much older than that), hero cheats on her after marriage (not properly consumated ) with OWs and an official mistress, OW drama.
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June 4, 2018
<< SPOILERS>>>
I'm not done reading it but I am on the verge of just putting it aside. I can't tell who is suppose to be the heroine here at this point. The supposed heroine or the mistress.
The hero and the heroine spends 2 weeks together and get into some very heavy patting. She's enchantingly free and unspoiled by her surroundings, this makes her wanton, a wild child, in a intriguingly endearing way. All of this was just so refreshing and wonderful to read about for me. This girl literally had me rolling and roaring at her antics. I really thought I found a keeper here!
But then, the hero hit the " I'm fighting my feeling" phase that's so annoyingly common in a romance novel. Thus he spends months and months screwing other women, while he's apart from the heroine. Mean while, that courageous heroine turns into a limp noodle, trying to change herself into a Lady (doormat) in hopes of attracting the stallion who's off busy screwing his mistress.
True, he and the heroine never officially had intercourse ( and they won't until page 380) but they did get into some very heavy patting. Furthermore, they're married and this phase the hero is going through is just over-long and dragged out, which utterly killed my earlier enchantment with the book.
For the next 150 pages all we see is him acting like a dog, being abusive to his mistress and some poor, hungry 16 year old prostitute he picks up off the streets. Moreover, I can't believe he actually forced them to join him in a 3-some (although he didn't penetrate them), but he was part of it mostly before leaving. This scene almost had me gagging. I'm serious. I was sick to my stomach.
Heh so anyway, I'm sitting here pondering if I should finish the last 100 page, or ditch it.
She IS a wonderful writer, but I guess all this adultery is just ruining this book for me. Do read this book, although I personally didn't find it satisfying, I'm sure this story may appeal to many.
Heroine is 14-15yrs old. (oddly enough her age didn't bother me.
Hero is 25.
I'm not done reading it but I am on the verge of just putting it aside. I can't tell who is suppose to be the heroine here at this point. The supposed heroine or the mistress.
The hero and the heroine spends 2 weeks together and get into some very heavy patting. She's enchantingly free and unspoiled by her surroundings, this makes her wanton, a wild child, in a intriguingly endearing way. All of this was just so refreshing and wonderful to read about for me. This girl literally had me rolling and roaring at her antics. I really thought I found a keeper here!
But then, the hero hit the " I'm fighting my feeling" phase that's so annoyingly common in a romance novel. Thus he spends months and months screwing other women, while he's apart from the heroine. Mean while, that courageous heroine turns into a limp noodle, trying to change herself into a Lady (doormat) in hopes of attracting the stallion who's off busy screwing his mistress.
True, he and the heroine never officially had intercourse ( and they won't until page 380) but they did get into some very heavy patting. Furthermore, they're married and this phase the hero is going through is just over-long and dragged out, which utterly killed my earlier enchantment with the book.
For the next 150 pages all we see is him acting like a dog, being abusive to his mistress and some poor, hungry 16 year old prostitute he picks up off the streets. Moreover, I can't believe he actually forced them to join him in a 3-some (although he didn't penetrate them), but he was part of it mostly before leaving. This scene almost had me gagging. I'm serious. I was sick to my stomach.
Heh so anyway, I'm sitting here pondering if I should finish the last 100 page, or ditch it.
She IS a wonderful writer, but I guess all this adultery is just ruining this book for me. Do read this book, although I personally didn't find it satisfying, I'm sure this story may appeal to many.
Heroine is 14-15yrs old. (oddly enough her age didn't bother me.
Hero is 25.
September 10, 2016
4 and ½ Stars! A Poignant Love Story from the Highlands of Scotland After the Battle of Culloden
This post Culloden story set in Scotland, beginning in 1761, tells of Sir Alex Sinclair, the son of a laird who was exiled following the battle in 1746. When we first meet Alex, he is 25 and living in Scotland, called to Cape Wrath at the top of the country by a friend of his father (the author includes a great map!). Once there, he learns he is to become guardian of a young hellion, Cameron (no last name), who rides a magnificent black stallion across the wild moors. Alex decides to bring the child back to his estate north of Edinburgh to try and tame the hellion. Along the way he discovers his ward is actually a 15-year-old girl, and worse, he’s attracted to her.
This story echoes the heart of the Highlands and the Scots who lost so much on the Culloden Moor. Alex tries to straddle two worlds—the past and the “new” Scotland dominated by the English. Cameron reminds him of “the spirit of true Scotland…wild and free but, alas, undisciplined and with no direction.” For her part, Cameron is struggling to live in a civilization she does not understand. She wants only to ride free and bathe naked in the lochs of the far north. She hates shoes and the female attire she is forced to wear in Edinburgh. She is courageous and endearingly honest, though at times her anger directed at Alex got tiring. Still, you can’t help but love her.
Just to tease you, I’ll tell you her past hides a powerful secret.
The story held my interest and the characters were wonderful, some even memorable. If you love the real Scottish historical romances, I think you might like this one. I recommend it.
This was my first by Malcolm and I intend to read more (see the trilogy below). The story of Alex and Cameron continues in book 2.
The Cameron trilogy:
The Taming
Ride Out the Storm
The Daughters of Cameron
This post Culloden story set in Scotland, beginning in 1761, tells of Sir Alex Sinclair, the son of a laird who was exiled following the battle in 1746. When we first meet Alex, he is 25 and living in Scotland, called to Cape Wrath at the top of the country by a friend of his father (the author includes a great map!). Once there, he learns he is to become guardian of a young hellion, Cameron (no last name), who rides a magnificent black stallion across the wild moors. Alex decides to bring the child back to his estate north of Edinburgh to try and tame the hellion. Along the way he discovers his ward is actually a 15-year-old girl, and worse, he’s attracted to her.
This story echoes the heart of the Highlands and the Scots who lost so much on the Culloden Moor. Alex tries to straddle two worlds—the past and the “new” Scotland dominated by the English. Cameron reminds him of “the spirit of true Scotland…wild and free but, alas, undisciplined and with no direction.” For her part, Cameron is struggling to live in a civilization she does not understand. She wants only to ride free and bathe naked in the lochs of the far north. She hates shoes and the female attire she is forced to wear in Edinburgh. She is courageous and endearingly honest, though at times her anger directed at Alex got tiring. Still, you can’t help but love her.
Just to tease you, I’ll tell you her past hides a powerful secret.
The story held my interest and the characters were wonderful, some even memorable. If you love the real Scottish historical romances, I think you might like this one. I recommend it.
This was my first by Malcolm and I intend to read more (see the trilogy below). The story of Alex and Cameron continues in book 2.
The Cameron trilogy:
The Taming
Ride Out the Storm
The Daughters of Cameron
May 15, 2012
Another one I read when I was around the 12-14 age range and absolutely loved. Again, who knows if I'd like it today, I really don't care. It's all about the nostalgia :).
dnf-for-now
February 6, 2023DNF at 20%. I haven't dnfed a book in a while but the characters are doing nothing for me and the long descriptions are not helping either. 🙃 also, the insta lust was so out of the blue and the heroine is a child at this point still. Meh.
December 10, 2021
I WON'T LIE. I CAN'T EVEN TRY TO BE COOL ABOUT THIS STORY, EVEN THOUGH I HAVE READ PLENTY OF ANGSTY BODICE RIPPERS, AND HISTORICAL CLASSICS THAT WOULD TEST EVERYONE'S PATIENCE. THE CHARACTERS HERE WEREN'T LIKEABLE AT ALL...THEY FLUCTUATED FROM HOT TO COLD, AND SO INDECISIVE AND IMMATURE...I DREW THE LINE AT TRYING TO LIKE IT AT ALL.
I'm well aware that historical romances written by authors of older days tend to be more "accurate" as you would have it, to the times of the 1800s or 1900s where women generally didn't have much rights, men were veritable assholes in frock coats and hitting women was their right.
Let's get started with the characters :
ALEX when he was young adored and placed his father upon a pedestal which came crashing down when he witnessed the man bawl like a baby and lost his penchant for living after the death of his beloved wife. It was then, Alex made up his mind not to ever feel strongly for a woman to bring him to such ruins. Relegated to become the adult at 10 -15 years of age, while his father wasted away, Alex resented his old man for becoming a shell of himself, destroyed by love. I couldn't blame Alex for feeling that way, but I also felt sorry that he did. I suppose if he hadn't MANNED up at such a malleable age, he would have been dead long ago. So, let's just say he's PRACTICAL, LEVEL HEADED and NOT TO PRONE TO HYSTERICS.
Well, that was what I believed until he met our heroine. You see, when an old friend of his father's lie in his deathbed, Alex inherited the role of guardian to a wayward child with intriguing green eyes which he assumed belonged to a boy. How wrong he was, to discover HE was a SHE. My excitement soared to new heights when he was forced to drag the petulant 15 year old across country, back to civilization. Their forced encounter forged a bond - a little fragile - but it counted for something...a potential to bloom into a strong love. And when they reached Alex's home, the author just ruined it with all the stupid angst, cheating and inability to just COMMUNICATE. And yes, BE WARNED THERE IS CHEATING if one constitutes him being married against his will but never consummating the marriage as well...a real one. In the end, he was PETULANT, OFTEN SELFISH, and SELF-INDULGENT. It's like a spoilt brat who wants people to applaud for his misdeeds if not he'll throw a tantrum.
Now, Introducing CAMERON - and yes, she's a girl. The age gap had me cringing a little but then again, I'm found guilty of watching PRETTY BABY and the heroine was 15 at the time as well. And heck, my grandmother's sister was wedded at aged 14! True story. Anyways, I liked and disliked Cameron. She had her moments but I was willing to forgive the fact that she was only a child, and her tantrums were warranted. NO ONE WOULD EXPECT A 14 GOING on 15 YOUNG GIRL to understand the nature between a man and woman, and to be mature enough like a lady! Especially not one who has been living in the wilderness and can hunt better than any man. Honestly, I believed Cameron was a victim because the adults around her should know better, and no one protected her at all. Their first kiss had me cringing....I just can't shake the feeling that Alex was taking advantage of her...and maybe because it's my 21st century mind screaming at me...but introducing sex to a 14 year old is just....isn't that illegal?!
Well now, pardon my prudish behaviour, let us get to WHAT I DIDN'T ENJOY ABOUT THE STORY :
1. VIOLENCE is an unfortunate foundation in most bodice ripper novels, and it often leaves a bad taste in the mouth. Here, I absolutely hated it when Alex turned into a complete ogre. He was no better than a child with tantrum at aged 25 and allowed his anger to goad him into hitting Cameron often, especially when she talked back. My goodness! That was an instant demerit of Alex's character in my opinion. He could have talked to her, or who cares if he raised his voice but, Alex proved he was impatient and as petulant as his 15 year old bride. As the OLDER human being, he should have treated her kindly, with respect and patience. Not to mention, they were both in what we would call a TOXIC RELATIONSHIP in the 21st century. Alex insulted Cameron a lot because of her ignorant ways (which HELLO, no one taught her. You can't expect TARZAN to know shit about society when he has been raised by gorillas all his life, can you?!), and he jeers at her, laughs at her and belittles her, even gaslighting her. It was by no means a healthy relationship. And Cameron often retaliates which in turns earns her another slap or two. My gosh!
2. CRADLE ROBBING - I have no issues with age gap but this leaves a little to be desired when the heroine's barely even 15. She was I believe 14 going on 15, and her mentality betrayed her age. Cameron despite her wild ways, is filled with insecurities and the desire to be loved. You can imagine how traumatizing it is to be saddled with a man who constantly belittles you, and then flaunts his mistress in your face and expect you behave like a lady. Cameron didn't deserve Alex at all.
3. CHEATING - Boy, do I love a good angst but perhaps I already dislike Alex that I don't find his entire continuous sleeping with his mistress ACCEPTABLE. Heck, I don't mind cheating in certain stories just for the hell of angst but here...I don't know...the way Alex kept returning to the woman he doesn't even feel feelings for...made me think he was WEAK. I can't even say if it's of the flesh or mind. He knows he doesn't even like the woman but he fucks her anyway and VERY INDIFFERENTLY I MIGHT ADD. I almost feel sorry for Fiona, because Alex was clearly using her as a fuck hole and THAT IS ALL.
OVERALL if I had to list all the faults of the book, then I might as well have told you the whole story. I KNOW THIS BOOK WAS WRITTEN WITH THE ACCURACY OF HOW MEN AND WOMEN BEHAVED DURING THAT ERA but this time, I couldn't appreciate it like some of my fellow reviewers whom I usually share a common opinion with. I'M AFRAID I'M COULDN'T BE AS COOL AND APPLAUD the story for its authenticity this time.
I had expected a time skip in the middle where the heroine might have grown up and mature (and secretly hoped she would make the hero bite his own tongue, and regret what he has done to her). The fact that she sought Alex's approval and when faced with difficulties gave up so easily, I was honestly disappointed that she didn't GROW at all and was horribly indecisive. THIS WAS NO EASY BOOK TO READ, I ASSURE YOU. It was not only riddled with annoying traits, but it portrayed human insecurities, travesties and just TOO MUCH PRIDE. Yes, that's it. The characters both have too much pride to love and I don't think they deserved to BE proud. All they've done is hurt each other and mostly everyone. Alex isn't the first unlikeable hero I've read but the ENDING didn't even have closure. I was left with questions such as....what happens to his mistress? Will they be returning to Edinburg together and live life as a true married couple? What are they planning to do next? Are they truly reconciled?
400+ f**king pages later, and I'm left with a hole in my chest and NOT the bawl my eyes out kind. I asked myself, HAVE I JUST WASTED HOURS OF MY LIFE READING THIS?! It wasn't utter rubbish but, it also wasn't a masterpiece as well. Ughh, you get the gist. I believe I've turned into a freaking relationship counsellor/psychologist while writing this. For the first time in the year, I felt eager to rip into writing the review just to vent my frustration.
I doubt I'll be touching another story by this author. A suggestion - if you want good angst bodice ripper stories, do check out Connie Mason. Somehow, her stories make you want to tear your hair out but somehow still appreciate them as a whole - like art, ya know?
I'm well aware that historical romances written by authors of older days tend to be more "accurate" as you would have it, to the times of the 1800s or 1900s where women generally didn't have much rights, men were veritable assholes in frock coats and hitting women was their right.
Let's get started with the characters :
ALEX when he was young adored and placed his father upon a pedestal which came crashing down when he witnessed the man bawl like a baby and lost his penchant for living after the death of his beloved wife. It was then, Alex made up his mind not to ever feel strongly for a woman to bring him to such ruins. Relegated to become the adult at 10 -15 years of age, while his father wasted away, Alex resented his old man for becoming a shell of himself, destroyed by love. I couldn't blame Alex for feeling that way, but I also felt sorry that he did. I suppose if he hadn't MANNED up at such a malleable age, he would have been dead long ago. So, let's just say he's PRACTICAL, LEVEL HEADED and NOT TO PRONE TO HYSTERICS.
Well, that was what I believed until he met our heroine. You see, when an old friend of his father's lie in his deathbed, Alex inherited the role of guardian to a wayward child with intriguing green eyes which he assumed belonged to a boy. How wrong he was, to discover HE was a SHE. My excitement soared to new heights when he was forced to drag the petulant 15 year old across country, back to civilization. Their forced encounter forged a bond - a little fragile - but it counted for something...a potential to bloom into a strong love. And when they reached Alex's home, the author just ruined it with all the stupid angst, cheating and inability to just COMMUNICATE. And yes, BE WARNED THERE IS CHEATING if one constitutes him being married against his will but never consummating the marriage as well...a real one. In the end, he was PETULANT, OFTEN SELFISH, and SELF-INDULGENT. It's like a spoilt brat who wants people to applaud for his misdeeds if not he'll throw a tantrum.
Now, Introducing CAMERON - and yes, she's a girl. The age gap had me cringing a little but then again, I'm found guilty of watching PRETTY BABY and the heroine was 15 at the time as well. And heck, my grandmother's sister was wedded at aged 14! True story. Anyways, I liked and disliked Cameron. She had her moments but I was willing to forgive the fact that she was only a child, and her tantrums were warranted. NO ONE WOULD EXPECT A 14 GOING on 15 YOUNG GIRL to understand the nature between a man and woman, and to be mature enough like a lady! Especially not one who has been living in the wilderness and can hunt better than any man. Honestly, I believed Cameron was a victim because the adults around her should know better, and no one protected her at all. Their first kiss had me cringing....I just can't shake the feeling that Alex was taking advantage of her...and maybe because it's my 21st century mind screaming at me...but introducing sex to a 14 year old is just....isn't that illegal?!
Well now, pardon my prudish behaviour, let us get to WHAT I DIDN'T ENJOY ABOUT THE STORY :
1. VIOLENCE is an unfortunate foundation in most bodice ripper novels, and it often leaves a bad taste in the mouth. Here, I absolutely hated it when Alex turned into a complete ogre. He was no better than a child with tantrum at aged 25 and allowed his anger to goad him into hitting Cameron often, especially when she talked back. My goodness! That was an instant demerit of Alex's character in my opinion. He could have talked to her, or who cares if he raised his voice but, Alex proved he was impatient and as petulant as his 15 year old bride. As the OLDER human being, he should have treated her kindly, with respect and patience. Not to mention, they were both in what we would call a TOXIC RELATIONSHIP in the 21st century. Alex insulted Cameron a lot because of her ignorant ways (which HELLO, no one taught her. You can't expect TARZAN to know shit about society when he has been raised by gorillas all his life, can you?!), and he jeers at her, laughs at her and belittles her, even gaslighting her. It was by no means a healthy relationship. And Cameron often retaliates which in turns earns her another slap or two. My gosh!
2. CRADLE ROBBING - I have no issues with age gap but this leaves a little to be desired when the heroine's barely even 15. She was I believe 14 going on 15, and her mentality betrayed her age. Cameron despite her wild ways, is filled with insecurities and the desire to be loved. You can imagine how traumatizing it is to be saddled with a man who constantly belittles you, and then flaunts his mistress in your face and expect you behave like a lady. Cameron didn't deserve Alex at all.
3. CHEATING - Boy, do I love a good angst but perhaps I already dislike Alex that I don't find his entire continuous sleeping with his mistress ACCEPTABLE. Heck, I don't mind cheating in certain stories just for the hell of angst but here...I don't know...the way Alex kept returning to the woman he doesn't even feel feelings for...made me think he was WEAK. I can't even say if it's of the flesh or mind. He knows he doesn't even like the woman but he fucks her anyway and VERY INDIFFERENTLY I MIGHT ADD. I almost feel sorry for Fiona, because Alex was clearly using her as a fuck hole and THAT IS ALL.
OVERALL if I had to list all the faults of the book, then I might as well have told you the whole story. I KNOW THIS BOOK WAS WRITTEN WITH THE ACCURACY OF HOW MEN AND WOMEN BEHAVED DURING THAT ERA but this time, I couldn't appreciate it like some of my fellow reviewers whom I usually share a common opinion with. I'M AFRAID I'M COULDN'T BE AS COOL AND APPLAUD the story for its authenticity this time.
I had expected a time skip in the middle where the heroine might have grown up and mature (and secretly hoped she would make the hero bite his own tongue, and regret what he has done to her). The fact that she sought Alex's approval and when faced with difficulties gave up so easily, I was honestly disappointed that she didn't GROW at all and was horribly indecisive. THIS WAS NO EASY BOOK TO READ, I ASSURE YOU. It was not only riddled with annoying traits, but it portrayed human insecurities, travesties and just TOO MUCH PRIDE. Yes, that's it. The characters both have too much pride to love and I don't think they deserved to BE proud. All they've done is hurt each other and mostly everyone. Alex isn't the first unlikeable hero I've read but the ENDING didn't even have closure. I was left with questions such as....what happens to his mistress? Will they be returning to Edinburg together and live life as a true married couple? What are they planning to do next? Are they truly reconciled?
400+ f**king pages later, and I'm left with a hole in my chest and NOT the bawl my eyes out kind. I asked myself, HAVE I JUST WASTED HOURS OF MY LIFE READING THIS?! It wasn't utter rubbish but, it also wasn't a masterpiece as well. Ughh, you get the gist. I believe I've turned into a freaking relationship counsellor/psychologist while writing this. For the first time in the year, I felt eager to rip into writing the review just to vent my frustration.
I doubt I'll be touching another story by this author. A suggestion - if you want good angst bodice ripper stories, do check out Connie Mason. Somehow, her stories make you want to tear your hair out but somehow still appreciate them as a whole - like art, ya know?
September 27, 2019
Hero of this book is a nightmare abuser who should have been strangled at birth, but this book was crazy addictive and if you read an old school book called The Taming, you pretty much know what you are going to get so I can’t complain too much.
June 19, 2015
I'm always hopeful when the book is set in Scotland, but this was not my thing. (sorry, misfit!) The characters were awkward together and their relationship was tiresome. Far too much roaring and crying and "shaking with rage."
But! At least no one said "mayhap."
But! At least no one said "mayhap."
did-not-finish
August 31, 2015I don't think me and the Highlands are ever meant to be; I've tried several but can never get into them. Maybe it's all the cannaes and dinnaes? This one had the temptation of being a bodice ripper but it didn't ever get going for me and became a DNF. Yawn. Ye ken me?
July 14, 2016
Read this romance paperback as a teen. My mom's bookshelves were full of the old fashioned bodice rippers. They were not kind to women.
November 19, 2017
A 3 Stars Read
The Taming by Aleen Malcolm has been on my to-read shelves since 2015, so I've finally decided that it was high-time that it be read. It is considered one of the most popular historical romances of the 70s-80s era. However, as most HR's of that period almost always included a heroine taming a wild & savage-like hero, The Taming is an exception in that it is an unusual opposite. Aleen Malcolm created a tamed and refined hero, Alexander Sinclair, set out to tame a wild, unruly heroine, Cameron. Cameron was raised like a boy in the Scottish highlands, and as Aleen Malcolm put it, she was the "embodiment" of Scotland, 'wild and free'. Therefore, she is not used to behaving as proper ladies of the 18th century should. Cameron was an orphan who, when she was only a wee bairn, was given over to Duncan Fraser, who would become her ward. While on his deathbed, however, Duncan had a death wish and it was that Alexander would in turn become Cameron's ward and fulfill all responsibility over her, thus "handing" her over to our hero. Alexander would then take Cameron with him to Edinburgh and forcefully submit her into the resplendent world of the Scottish nobility. Cameron only finds herself entangled in a sophisticated, classy world of which she does not belong and encounters jealous mistresses, gossip, & mockery.
While the story and plot seem fair enough, keep in mind there is a large age difference between Alex, 25, and Cameron who was only a tender girl of 13-14. This was one of the issues I'd had with this story. The attraction between Alex & Cameron was mere child's play, not to mention very unrealistic. It is very hard to believe that in the 18th century, a man of class would fall in love with an unsophisticated, unruly young girl of 14 years. I was appalled and disgusted throughout most of the story, especially during the intimate scenes, they just made me quesy. It'd made the story a whole lot better if Aleen Malcolm had created a long separation between them, thus allowing time in the storyline for Cameron to become of proper age. This would've lent more credibility to the story as well.
The Taming by Aleen Malcolm has been on my to-read shelves since 2015, so I've finally decided that it was high-time that it be read. It is considered one of the most popular historical romances of the 70s-80s era. However, as most HR's of that period almost always included a heroine taming a wild & savage-like hero, The Taming is an exception in that it is an unusual opposite. Aleen Malcolm created a tamed and refined hero, Alexander Sinclair, set out to tame a wild, unruly heroine, Cameron. Cameron was raised like a boy in the Scottish highlands, and as Aleen Malcolm put it, she was the "embodiment" of Scotland, 'wild and free'. Therefore, she is not used to behaving as proper ladies of the 18th century should. Cameron was an orphan who, when she was only a wee bairn, was given over to Duncan Fraser, who would become her ward. While on his deathbed, however, Duncan had a death wish and it was that Alexander would in turn become Cameron's ward and fulfill all responsibility over her, thus "handing" her over to our hero. Alexander would then take Cameron with him to Edinburgh and forcefully submit her into the resplendent world of the Scottish nobility. Cameron only finds herself entangled in a sophisticated, classy world of which she does not belong and encounters jealous mistresses, gossip, & mockery.
While the story and plot seem fair enough, keep in mind there is a large age difference between Alex, 25, and Cameron who was only a tender girl of 13-14. This was one of the issues I'd had with this story. The attraction between Alex & Cameron was mere child's play, not to mention very unrealistic. It is very hard to believe that in the 18th century, a man of class would fall in love with an unsophisticated, unruly young girl of 14 years. I was appalled and disgusted throughout most of the story, especially during the intimate scenes, they just made me quesy. It'd made the story a whole lot better if Aleen Malcolm had created a long separation between them, thus allowing time in the storyline for Cameron to become of proper age. This would've lent more credibility to the story as well.
July 8, 2018
This book is intolerable. It starts out pretty well, although the old lady stripping off her clothes and humping a corpse should have tipped me off. The heroine Cameron is a low intellect total brat. If there was a drinking game for how many times she runs away from the hero Alex or how many times she strips off her clothes and walks around naked to be antagonistic, we’d all be dead of alcohol poisoning. I have a feeling the author had no idea where she was going with the plot line of this flimsy story so she just repeated the same scenes over and over. The hero is a dullard. Not much of an real man, kind of a pampered Lord. They deserve each other. The only good character was the dog. Poor dog to have such a careless annoying owner.
May 5, 2012
I would have rated this book 3.5 stars if I could because I did like it. I just got really bored toward the end and it was hard for me to finish it. I wish AM hadn't dragged the ending out. I have the book that follows I just haven't felt like picking it up because I lost interest by the end of this one. I had high hopes for this book due to the reviews and I couldn't wait to get it. I loved it until the last hundred or so pages but that's just me it seems.
May 17, 2025
Well written, it's hard to find writers who write like that anymore. Not boring, you want to finish it in one sitting. But the story is old school. Many trigger warnings, as mentioned in other reviews. Its series and story continue on other books. Heavy, kind of sad, not a light romance.
June 7, 2017
I loved it
January 3, 2020
Unable to get over the ick factor of heroine being a kid of 15. She's also portrayed as a wild feral child. The writing is nothing to regret chucking it.
October 25, 2021
1.5 stars
February 6, 2024
I pilfered this book from my mom’s stash when I was 15 and read it then. That was 1980. So my rating is based on how I liked it when I was 15. My friends liked it too.
Want to read
March 20, 2025Summer Pile
February 16, 2015
Sweet story but tame compared to it's reviews. Anti-climatic ending. I kept thinking of her age as she never stopped acting the fifteen yr old stubborn brat. Otherwise, could have been 4 stars.
November 25, 2015
3 stars / 3 flames. Full review and giveaway posted at Bambi Unbridled on Nov. 26, 2015.
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