Highland Jewel

· Macmillan + ORM
4,8
15 reviews
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The next book in the new lush Scottish historical series from USA Today bestselling author, May McGoldrick.

A REBEL AT HEART

Maisie Murray’s sweet, docile exterior masks the courageous spirit of a firebrand determined to champion women’s suffrage with like-minded friends. But fighting for her principles has swept her directly into harm’s way—and into the arms of a man she cannot resist.

A WARRIOR BY BLOOD
A trained officer with the Royal Highland Regiment, Niall Campbell has spent his life serving the Crown. Battle-weary and searching for peace, he nothing to do with trouble—until he meets Maisie. But unless Niall and Maisie can find a way to stand up to the destructive forces that threaten to divide them, long-buried secrets and political schemes are destined to stand in the way of the glorious love they’ve found...

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4,8
15 reviews
Eileen Aberman-Wells
07 October 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed Highland Jewel, the second book in Royal Highlander series by Mary McGoldrick; a fantastic historical romance. Maisie spends her time secretly writing speeches for the Female Reform Society and attending forbidden protests. Niall is a retired officer of the 42nd Royal Highlanders and just wants to find a peaceful life with his sister and nieces. Maisie and Niall's story is full of drama, humor, sexy bits, action and cover to cover suspense. I enjoyed reading Highland Jewel and look forward to my next book by May McGoldrick. Ms. McGoldrick wrote a wonderful story that is not to be missed. She provided a tale rich with interesting (old and new) characters, a swoony romance, political intrigue, and Scottish history. I recommend Highland Jewel to other readers and look forward to the next book, Highland Sword, in this series. I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
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sing neon
28 September 2019
Adventurous and somewhat dangerous plot with great characters and full of love. A Mother’s love; New love; and the love of freedom. They all come with a price. Niall is such a brave man, very smart, an expert at what he does, protective and a perfect gentleman. Maisie is so brave, a spitfire and very smart as well. They make a fierce couple; their situation is dire and as their life churns their love is undeniably bold and sustains them. Very interesting heartfelt story, page-turner which realistically captures the determination and sacrifice we willingly endure for the ones we truly love. Actually kept me up past my bedtime on a work-night reading. :)
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CoLe
22 September 2019
* = I liked it. Overall an interesting story woven around the political fight between George IV and his estranged wife, Queen Caroline, but not quite as engaging as Highland Crown. The prologue describes a scene which occurs about 60% into the book; it's like a mega-spoiler and I dislike that. I found the first half, which takes place in Edinburgh starting with the political gathering at Grassmarket, much more suspenseful than the rest. Very suitable reading at the 200-year anniversary of the Peterloo Massacre in Manchester, which is referenced in the story. The political unrest, and underlying threat of government reprisal Maisie subjects herself to, create suspense and tension. Then there is the mini-courtship between Niall and Maisie in the tea shop. The latter half I found a bit deflating and rushed; here the main characters are in the realm of the Mackintosh clan (after the prologue's scene) and there is much less suspense. Kind of sleepy, but with a nice surprise at the end. I'm interested in reading how this trilogy ends. I'm interested in reading how this trilogy ends. I received an advance copy via netgalley; the above thoughts and opinions are my own.
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About the author

USA Today bestselling authors Nikoo and Jim wrote their first MAY MCGOLDRICK romance using historical figures that Jim researched while earning a PhD in sixteenth-century Scottish and English literature. Nikoo, a mechanical engineer, is a born storyteller. She is all about characters and feeling. Jim is about action and sense of place. Together, they have crafted over forty fast-paced, conflict-filled historical and contemporary novels and two works of nonfiction under the pseudonyms May McGoldrick and Jan Coffey.

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