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Child of the Mist (These Highland Hills, Book 1): These Highland Hills Series, Book 1 [Kindle Edition]

Kathleen Morgan (Author)
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In the harsh Scottish highlands of 1565, superstition and treachery threaten a truce between rival clans. It's a weak truce at first, bound only by an arranged engagement between Anne MacGregor and Niall Campbell-the heirs of the feuding families.

While Niall wrestles with his suspicions about a traitor in his clan, Anne's actions do not go unnoticed. And as accusations of witchcraft abound, the strong and sometimes callous Campbell heir must fight for Anne's safety among disconcerted clan members. Meanwhile his own safety in threatened with the ever-present threat of someone who wants him dead.
Will Niall discover the traitor's identity in time? Can Anne find a way to fit into her new surroundings? Will the two learn to love each other despite the conflict? With a perfect mix of a burgeoning romance and thrilling suspense, this book is historical fiction at its best.

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In the harsh Scottish highlands of 1565, superstition and treachery threaten a truce between rival clans. It's a weak truce at first, bound only by an arranged engagement between Anne MacGregor and Niall Campbell - the heirs of the feuding families. While Niall wrestles with his suspicions about a traitor in his clan, Anne's actions do not go unnoticed. And as accusations of witchcraft abound, the strong and sometimes callous Campbell heir must fight for Anne's safety among disconcerted clan members. Meanwhile his own safety in threatened with the ever-present threat of someone who wants him dead. Will Niall discover the traitor's identity in time? Can Anne find a way to fit into her new surroundings? Will the two learn to love each other despite the conflict? With a perfect mix of a burgeoning romance and thrilling suspense, this book is historical fiction at its best.

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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 2558 KB
  • Print Length: 333 pages
  • Publisher: Revell (31 Dec 1992)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language English
  • ASIN: B00275EDPO
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #147 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Free in Kindle Store)

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51 of 52 people found the following review helpful
By ROROBLU'S MUM TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
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This book had a similar-ish tale to AFFF, in that both were set in Scotland, both involved feuding clans, and both clan leaders and leads were called Niall, and the settling of the feud involved a union between the clans.

This one had SO much more going for it: it had proper Scottish brogue, it actually tells you what year it was set in, it was fast-paced and with intrigue, treachery and feuding. Basically, it had all that the other lacked and more, but only had a chaste romance - but that suited the tale.

I enjoyed this read, perhaps mostly so because of the opening paragraph in this one, where Niall is in a state of grief as his beloved wife dies in childbirth, and as a year on, when everyone expects him to remarry and put the needs of the clan first, he refuses as he is not yet done with his mourning of his beloved, irrespective of what people might say.

Anne, the female lead, had backbone and was headstrong and independent, which was refreshing for a woman of her time, and for Niall to dismiss calls that she was a witch because of her healing skills, was a nice change.

An enjoyable, though without any love scenes, authentic Scottish romance. I don't think I've read a romance without any love scenes that I've enjoyed as much, since my very first Mills&Boon in 1981 (Golden Apples by Rose Elver), deliberately chosen due to its tameness, as my mum insisted on reading it first to make sure it was innocent enough!
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Child in the Mist 4 Jan 2012
By LucyC
Format:Kindle Edition
I don't normally read this kind of book, but as it was free, and I wanted to test out my new kindle, I thought I would give the first chapter a read then delete it from my kindle. How wrong I was; unable to put it down, I read it in two days. I found the writer captured the essence on the era, the pages of writing took me right into the midst of the moment. An excellent read, well written and left me wanting more from this author
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By Cheryl M-M TOP 500 REVIEWER
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It is a good example of its genre and type, which is a Mills and Boone type romance set in the scottish Highlands. Complete with brogue and kilt clad handsome Highlanders. The writer has included issues of superstition and faith of that era, which is an added bonus. Romance readers will probably enjoy this light and easy read.
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The Child of the Mist
This was such a disappointment, the synopsis looked to be far more exciting than the story actually was. Far too Mill and Boon for may tastes. Read more
Published 1 month ago by P. A. Cunningham
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loved this book it was a real good read, I look forward to other books by tnis author. Would recommend it to those wanting a celtic romance story
Published 1 month ago by pontymam
Too long but likable!
I was unsure whether this novel would be for me when I started reading it, and I have to admit that I ended up liking it more than I expected myself to. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sophie Mayer
This isnt a great read
Child of the mist says its going to be a"DAVID GEMMAL" type adventure its a mills and boon reject, soft plot soft caracters a waist of time. Read more
Published 1 month ago by ALISTAIR BURDESS
A really good story apart from..........
the American spelling. It is a real bugbear of mine to read a book about Scotland or England or the UK in general and find american spelling in it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Neferra
This book has it all, nearly
this was so much better than i thought. an enjoable and easy read. the plot has enough murder, romance & old family feuds to keep you reading. Read more
Published 2 months ago by taija kirby
Very well written and gripping
Couldn't put this book down. It was so well-written-- great storyline and fantastic setting. I loved it and will be looking for more books by this author now!
Published 2 months ago by Lindsay Glover
Child of the Mist
I thought this book could be a bit rubbish as it was FREE but I thoroughly enjoyed it and will be purchasing Book 2.
Published 2 months ago by Ells Bells
Holiday light reading
I enjoyed this book because I did not have high expectations other than to be entertained with some light reading. Again it is an historic romance with a predictable ending. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sukie
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A good historical tale. lots of suspense - hoping that the main characters don't fail and overcome the odds. Cliffhanger all the way through. Read more
Published 2 months ago by PaulV
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