This beautifully repackaged classic - featuring four "New York Times" bestselling authors - delivers four romantic tales about bewitching lasses bound for the altar in a land of strong passions and wild beauty.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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The problem I often find with Scottish stories is that the writers often have no knowledge of Scotland except the belief that everyone wears kilts and screams "och aye the noo" at every opportunity. Granted the mythical idea of Scotland is probably more appealing than the reality so I can understand why both authors and the readers prefer it this way. However, it shouldn't be assumed that a Scottish story is good just because of the inclusion of a kilt and the surname prefix 'mac'.
Personally I can live with a few inaccuracies for the sake of a good story however I found in this collection that there were no particularly good stories let alone great ones.
Karen Ranney came out on top with the sweet story 'Bride of Glenlyon' but Christina Dodd's 'Under the Kilt' and Stephanie Laurens' 'Rose in Bloom' were stereotypical stories that provided nothing new or exciting. Lastly, Julia Quinn's story 'Gretna Greene' was by far the worst of the lot. It was contrived, unrealistic and the characters exceedingly annoying. Luckily Julia Quinn has gone on to be a fabulous author despite this dreadful beginning!
Overall, this book wasn't completely terrible but I do feel that it didn't do justice to the authors or show off their writing talents to any great length. My recommendation would be to give this book a miss and buy one of the full-length stories by any of these authors, as they're more likely to be a satisfying read.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Anthologies are usually a mixed bag, but this is good.
Christina Dodd's "Under The Kilt" is sexy, sensuous, and funny. It works despite its short length and is a worthy story of Hadden Fairchild.
Stephanie Laurens' "Rose In Bloom" is sexy and funny, but its slow pace and stereotypical heroine hampers my enjoyment somewhat. Still, a good read.
Julia Quinn's "Gretna Greene" is a light, humourous story that works despite its sometimes too-modern language. It has me laughing out loud here and there.
Karen Ranney's "Bride of Glenlyon" is my favorite - it's poignant and lovely despite its short length. It's a lovely story of moonlight courtship that had me smiling and sighing at the thought of how wonderful love can be.
This is a wonderful book. Enjoy!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Christina Dodd - Under the Kilt, Stephanie Laurens - Rose in Bloom, Julia Quinn - Gretna Greene, Karen Ranney - the Glenlyon Bride. That list is for all the people like me who want to make sure that the short stories are not previously published within another collection. C Dodd's story uses the character Hadden from Well Pleasured Lady - not bad. S Laurens story is in no way like Alcott's classic. K Ranney is an author thatt I hadn't read before, I will probably look for her other works now.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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I had never read any of the four authors in this book. However, I will now! All four stories are well written. It's just too bad they could not have been longer. A must buy for all the Scotland Romance lovers.
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These are authors that I have bought for many years and really enjoy. If you like historical romances you will definitely love these ladies.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This book has everything humor, trails and tribulations, but most of all it has four wonderful stories about love. Each story is a joy and each author a very talented treasure. This is a not to be missed anthology. Whoever decided to put these four authors together should be kissed on both cheeks. Their works compliment each other and each walks away a star. I, myself, will read this book over and over until the pages fall out. I didn't want it to end and have now added eight more wonderful characters to my family of great heros and heroines. Bravo Ms. Dodd, Ms. Laurens, Ms. Quinn and especially Ms. Ranney for a brillant job of storytelling.
3 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I enjoyed Christina Dodd's story ... I've read a couple of her books and have never been disappointed - I give her 4 stars for this one!
Stephanie Laurens and Karen Ranney remain at the top of my list! I've read every one of their books that are still available!! They both get 5 stars for their contributions!!!!!
This was my introduction to Julia Quinn ... since it was a short story and I didn't feel she developed it as well as she could, I'm going to look for one of her full length stories!
Stephanie, I'm anxiously awaiting the next Cynster story and Karen, for My Beloved! Please, ladies, hurry!!!
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