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Maiden of Inverness
A Woman Born To Greatness
In a time of war, Meridene is just an innocent child, yet she is also the revered Maiden of Inverness, ordained by birth to place the ceremonial sword of Scottish rule in her husband's hands, But Edward I, King of Britain, cunningly betroths her to a lowly butcher's son.
A Man Destined To Rule
Of common blood, yet noble in his dreams of a united Scotland, Revas MacDuff accepts his destiny—while his enraged in-laws would rather kill his young bride than honor such a marriage. Only retreat to an English nunnery saves the young Maiden's life, leaving a boy alone with his vow to one day win her back.
A Passion Fated To Possess Them Both
Thirteen years later Revas will find not a grateful wife, but a fighting fury of a woman who despises Scotland, its clans, and the Highlander who calls himself her mate. Planning merely to seduce her, Revas begins to care. Determined to hate him, Meridene begins to surrender, Now amid evil and treachery, the kindling of love's bright fire can save a great land—or destroy a Maiden's hopes...her soul...her heart.
In a time of war, Meridene is just an innocent child, yet she is also the revered Maiden of Inverness, ordained by birth to place the ceremonial sword of Scottish rule in her husband's hands, But Edward I, King of Britain, cunningly betroths her to a lowly butcher's son.
A Man Destined To Rule
Of common blood, yet noble in his dreams of a united Scotland, Revas MacDuff accepts his destiny—while his enraged in-laws would rather kill his young bride than honor such a marriage. Only retreat to an English nunnery saves the young Maiden's life, leaving a boy alone with his vow to one day win her back.
A Passion Fated To Possess Them Both
Thirteen years later Revas will find not a grateful wife, but a fighting fury of a woman who despises Scotland, its clans, and the Highlander who calls himself her mate. Planning merely to seduce her, Revas begins to care. Determined to hate him, Meridene begins to surrender, Now amid evil and treachery, the kindling of love's bright fire can save a great land—or destroy a Maiden's hopes...her soul...her heart.
368 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published March 1, 1995
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Arnette Lamb
19 books66 followersArnette Lamb was an American writer of 13 romance novels from 1995 to 1998. She was born in 1947 in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A. and she died prematurely from cancer on September 18, 1998. Her funeral service was held in the Rothko Chapel in Houston, Texas.
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June 18, 2010
I picked up a book called the Border Bride by Arnette Lamb, someone I had never heard of and liked it very much. The next one I found was Maiden of Inverness. The beginning was promising. Edward I of England took pleasure in strange things. In this novel he gives the rule of a Scots clan to a butcher's son, betroths him to the child heiress and puts said child in an English nunnery.
The stage is set for a grown Revas McDuff to claim his bride and the two rule together. Premise for am exciting novel but this ain't it. It took me forever to get through this book because I could plow through only a little than stop. Too bad because Ms. Lamb, before her early death managed to write 8 other very readable books. My copy is a signed advance copy.
The stage is set for a grown Revas McDuff to claim his bride and the two rule together. Premise for am exciting novel but this ain't it. It took me forever to get through this book because I could plow through only a little than stop. Too bad because Ms. Lamb, before her early death managed to write 8 other very readable books. My copy is a signed advance copy.
October 21, 2014
Nope. I have reached my maximum patience level. Too boring. Too bland. Too stupid.
August 2, 2022
Meridene is a pawn in a political game. She is the Maiden of Inverness and her destiny is to give her husband the ceremonial sword that makes him king of the Highlands.
Meridene and Revas are married as children by King Edward. When her father, the current owner of the sword, tries to kill her, King Edward sequesters her in an English convent.
Revas, born a butcher's son, is now destined to rule the Highlands. He is all that is good, noble, kind and is a true leader. He kidnaps Meridene from the convent because his spy has told him she now hates Scotland and will not return willingly.
The rest of the book is Revas trying to convince Meridene to accept her role as the Maiden of Inverness, and Meridene, stubbornly refusing. There is a lot of verbal sparring to that end, which becomes tedious after a while.
I found the ending a bit anti-climatic.
It is with great sadness that I just read in one of the reviews that Arnette Lamb died some time ago. Although I just liked this book, there were many that I loved. She is a great loss to the historical romance community.
Meridene and Revas are married as children by King Edward. When her father, the current owner of the sword, tries to kill her, King Edward sequesters her in an English convent.
Revas, born a butcher's son, is now destined to rule the Highlands. He is all that is good, noble, kind and is a true leader. He kidnaps Meridene from the convent because his spy has told him she now hates Scotland and will not return willingly.
The rest of the book is Revas trying to convince Meridene to accept her role as the Maiden of Inverness, and Meridene, stubbornly refusing. There is a lot of verbal sparring to that end, which becomes tedious after a while.
I found the ending a bit anti-climatic.
It is with great sadness that I just read in one of the reviews that Arnette Lamb died some time ago. Although I just liked this book, there were many that I loved. She is a great loss to the historical romance community.
January 14, 2021
If you want your highland stories filled with as much action as romance then this one might not be your favourite. Technically not a lot actually happens in this book plot wise but once I got into the swing of their relationship I had trouble putting it down (even being the slow reader that I am.) The banter between the leads is great, even the most casual of conversations between them is engaging and you wish them well from the very beginning. I can see this being too slow for some people but it just really hit with me and I loved it.
July 6, 2021
Meh, rather disappointing. I found this in a used book store recently and picked it up because I’ve read other books by this author and enjoyed them. This book dragged. The characters were not well developed and the story was not even remotely compelling.
July 22, 2021
Amazing...
The hero is a real charmer..
The heroine is stubborn..and afraid..and courageous too..
Tell you how your childhood fears can rule you most of your life , if not all..
The heroine's fear, her fight, her bravery..
Very well written..
A wonderful book...
The hero is a real charmer..
The heroine is stubborn..and afraid..and courageous too..
Tell you how your childhood fears can rule you most of your life , if not all..
The heroine's fear, her fight, her bravery..
Very well written..
A wonderful book...
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August 11, 2019I enjoy this book and like to re-read every so often. The characters are fun.
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May 31, 2022Appreciated the non-noble hero, unfortunately too dated for me. Not sure what of the detail is real. DNF.
March 22, 2014
First of all I want to start by saying that I LOVVVVEEEE this book. This is the fifth book I have read by Arnette Lamb and it's my favorite one from her thus far. Also I love stories that take place in Scotland so this was also a bonus! I love Scottish history and culture and although this novel is fiction you still learn a few pieces of history.
It's a beautiful story with great characters, mainly Revas MacDuff. I love this character. He is funny, charming, gentle, and understandable. I really enjoyed his sense of humor. There are many good qualities in his character that automatically makes a reader like him. He is so passionate in what he does and I think that him and Meridene make a great couple. Although at the beginning her character seemed trying, once u keep on reading you understand why she feels the way that she feels. I empathize with her. I found really sweet Revas's relationship with his daughter Gibby, if not for other reasons that would have won me over.
I just finished this book last night and I couldn't stop reading it so I finished most of it yesterday. This book is awesome and I'm so happy I've read it. I was also waiting for Meridene's story since I read Chieftain before this one. Even right now I am still in awe :D
I recommend this book to anyone who loves reading a good story about Highlanders and Scottish historical romance!
It's a beautiful story with great characters, mainly Revas MacDuff. I love this character. He is funny, charming, gentle, and understandable. I really enjoyed his sense of humor. There are many good qualities in his character that automatically makes a reader like him. He is so passionate in what he does and I think that him and Meridene make a great couple. Although at the beginning her character seemed trying, once u keep on reading you understand why she feels the way that she feels. I empathize with her. I found really sweet Revas's relationship with his daughter Gibby, if not for other reasons that would have won me over.
I just finished this book last night and I couldn't stop reading it so I finished most of it yesterday. This book is awesome and I'm so happy I've read it. I was also waiting for Meridene's story since I read Chieftain before this one. Even right now I am still in awe :D
I recommend this book to anyone who loves reading a good story about Highlanders and Scottish historical romance!
September 19, 2008
Married to the butcher's son at age eight, and then promptly cloistered by the English king, Meridene has lost her heritage as Maiden of Inverness and holds nothing by hatred for the Scotland that betrayed her. Now thirteen years later, Meridene is roused from her sleep and kidnapped by her husband Revas, who has fought to reclaim her and her place in Scotland's future.
It is the mark of a good author that I spent the book vacillating between being indignant about Meridene's plight and her role as a pawn, and marveling at how perfectly Revas is portrayed, always solicitous and thoughtful. I also thought that the escalating danger was handled very believably, never straining belief.
It is the mark of a good author that I spent the book vacillating between being indignant about Meridene's plight and her role as a pawn, and marveling at how perfectly Revas is portrayed, always solicitous and thoughtful. I also thought that the escalating danger was handled very believably, never straining belief.
June 26, 2008
Enjoyable read. Meridene is betrothed to Revas when they are both no more than children. King Edward sends her away to England shortly after the wedding ceremony is performed when an attempt is made on her life by her own kin. Young Revas vows he will come for his child-bride.
Thirteen years later, Revas makes good on his vow. Unfortunately, Meridene wants nothing to do with him or Scotland.
Revas was adorable...a strong, handsome warrior determined to win over his bride. Meridene was a bit stubborn but her fears were not unfounded. I found this to be a charming story with a likable hero and heroine and secondary characters guaranteed to bring a smile to one's face.
Thirteen years later, Revas makes good on his vow. Unfortunately, Meridene wants nothing to do with him or Scotland.
Revas was adorable...a strong, handsome warrior determined to win over his bride. Meridene was a bit stubborn but her fears were not unfounded. I found this to be a charming story with a likable hero and heroine and secondary characters guaranteed to bring a smile to one's face.
October 17, 2016
This was such a struggle it was just boring and plain. Every time I thought there would be a spark it just fizzled. The author tries to make the banter between the h/h witty but fails. For so long Meridene refuses Revus I just stopped caring.
November 18, 2008
One of the best romances I've ever read.
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September 2, 2013"Historical Romance"
September 8, 2013
2-1/2 stars
When I finished, I thought, "thank goodness I can stop reading this now"
When I finished, I thought, "thank goodness I can stop reading this now"
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May 22, 20254.5/2** (AM) Med
December 1, 2013
Levné knihy - Nevěsta z Inverness
October 22, 2015
It was awful. Not the worst, but awful all the same.
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