CLAIMED BY A SCOTTISH LORD

Author: Melody Thomas ISBN: 9780061898709 7/2010 HISTORICAL Publisher: AVON
Time Period: 1750s England and Scotland

The Dragon's Captive Raised behind the walls of Hope Abbey, Rose Lancaster's sheltered upbringing never prepared her for a man like Lord Roxburghe. The fabled "Black Dragon," Ruark Kerr hasn't been seen in his Scottish homeland for more than a decade—and now he has burst into Rose's world to take her hostage, intending to trade her for the life of his young brother. But Rose does not fear this savage, powerful lord . . . and she guards a dangerous secret. Villainy called Ruark back to the borderlands, but now that he's claimed his "prize" his path is less certain. If he does not turn her over to his enemy, a boy may die. Yet gentle, lovely Rose soothes his vengeful spirit, and the longer she remains with him, the hotter his passion for her burns.

RRAH's THOUGHTS AND PONDERINGS:

CLAIMED BY A SCOTTISH LORD is a tempestuous love story filled with intrigue, deception, and an undeniably passionate romance. I am especially fond of the hero, who kept me guessing (although I thought I knew it all!) until the end.

As much as I enjoyed reading this one, I have to admit to finding some of it confusing. I still am not 100 percent on board with the part of the story that details the heroine's "value," for lack of a better term. Or exactly how the hero destroying his own property is a win. Well, I get it, as he needed to leave that part of his life behind, but I don't exactly like it, I guess!

With its secrets, most impressive characters, and ever evolving plot, CLAIMED BY A SCOTTISH LORD is an unforgettable romance read.

Shannon Johnson