HIGHLANDER’S HOPE
By
Collette Cameron
BLURB:
Not a day has gone by that Ewan McTavish, the Viscount Sethwick, hasn’t dreamed of the beauty he danced with two years ago. He’s determined to win her heart and make her his own. Heiress, Yvette Stapleton, is certain of one thing; marriage is risky and, therefore, to be avoided. At first, she doesn’t recognize the dangerously handsome man who rescues her from assailants on London’s docks, but Lord Sethwick’s passionate kisses soon have her reconsidering her cynical views on matrimony. On a mission to stop a War Office traitor, Ewan draws Yvette into deadly international intrigue. To protect her, he exploits Scottish law, declaring her his lawful wife—without benefit of a ceremony. Yvette is furious upon discovering the irregular marriage is legally binding, though she never said, “I do.” Will Ewan’s manipulation cost him her newfound love?
EXCERPT:
Highlander’s Hope Excerpt – Carriage Scene
Peeking at him from beneath her lashes, she reached up to straighten her bonnet. It hung askew off the side of her head, like a giant drooping peony. She shoved it back into place but the moment she removed her hand, it flopped over once more.
The stranger’s unrestrained laughter filled the carriage.
“Oh, bother it all.” Yvette’s patience with both her rescuer and the silly bonnet were at an end. She had no choice but to remove the dratted thing to reaffix it. Several strands of hair tumbled to her shoulders when she removed the cap from her head. Suppressing a shriek of annoyance, she placed the hat beside her. She then set about securing the wayward curls. Pinning the last strand in place, her eyes met those of her companion.
Momentarily forgetting her unanswered questions, she stilled, as did the world around her. The air hung suspended in her lungs. Her eyes widened in disbelief, her stunned gaze riveted on his face. “You exist?” Her voice was husky with awe.
Raising an ebony eyebrow, a flicker of humor softened the nobleman’s features. “So it would appear.”
A voice, deep and dark, caressed Yvette’s heightened senses. She stared. Her gaze roved across his handsome features returning, as if compelled by some unseen force, to his eyes.
Those eyes. Fringed by thick lashes, the mesmerizing turquoise pools gazing back at her sent her senses reeling in recognition. Her mouth dropped open. No, it couldn’t be. “Am I dreaming?” Giving a quick shake of her head, she lowered her eyelids for a moment. Lud, but she was befuddled. “Who are you?
AUTHOR INFORMATION:
A life-long Oregonian, Collette Cameron was born and raised in a small town along the northern Oregon coast. Today she makes her home in a rural community, 30 minutes west of Portland. Her Victorian farmhouse sits on a one-acre certified wildlife habit, interspersed with a plethora of gardens: English, rose, butterfly, rock, water, and of course, vegetable.
A voracious reader of romance since her teens, she even named her daughter after a heroine in her favorite romance novel. An enthusiast of times gone by, and anything related to romance, she writes Historical Romance, with a dash of inspiration, a pinch of humor, and a liberal portion of suspense.
Having dabbled in interior decorating in her youth, Collette returned to school, graduating summa cum laude from Oregon State University, and going on to obtain her Master’s Degree in Teaching. She is member of Romance Writers of America, Rose City Romance Writers, The Beau Monde, and Love Faith and Hope, Inc.
Some of Collette’s favorite things include unique blends of coffees and teas, trivia, Cadbury Milk Chocolate, inspirational quotes, and scented candles. Her Christian faith, husband, three adult children, and five miniature dachshunds round out her life quite nicely! When she’s not teaching or writing, she enjoys amateur photography, bird watching, gardening, interior decorating, rock-hunting, boating or fishing on the Columbia River, and reading.
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Note: The review is still in the works. I apologize. My birthday is today, and so is my daughter’s. I am behind.
Collette will be awarding a gift basket that include a gift card, blue rose tea cup, blue rose soap, vintage looking cameo pendant, shortbread, tea, and other goodies to a randomly drawn commenter during the tours. See the picture!
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15 Comments
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liked the excerpt great bunch of goodies there! – regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com
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Thanks for the excerpt. Book sounds good.
kareninnc at gmail dot com
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GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR BOOK AND THANKS FOR THE GIVEAWAY!
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Thanks for the excerpt! The dynamic between the characters sounds very interesting.
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Oh Shannon, your question is tough. The biggest challenge for me about living during the Regency period would be the lack of hygiene. People, even the wealthy, didn’t bathe very often if at all. Well, that an no clean source of water.
Carol, I’m so glad you are enjoying the excerpts.
Catherine, I believe Ruth is going to do a review; she just hasn’t had a chance too. There are 45 reviews on Amazon and a bunch on Goodreads too, if you want to take a peek.
And finally, Melinda, you’re very welcome!
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Lovin this! Thank you for the giveaway!
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Ruth…Have you had a chance to read Highlander’s Hope? I always appreciate your thoughtful reviews.
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Catherine and Colette, the review will be coming–I promise. I shouldn’t have tried to have this book reviewed on my and my daughter’s birthday. And then I woke up not feeling so well–glad I’m feeling better. I am worn out, but this book will get reviewed very shortly. I’ll comment heere when the review is up! Thanks for your patience.
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I can’t wait to read Highlander’s Hope. I love this tour and have enjoyed reading the blurbs and excerpts. Thanks for the great opportunity.
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With your love of this time period would you rather live during the regency area or do you enjoy the modern amenities too much to make the trade?
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Rita, I’m glad you enjoyed the excerpt, and MomJane, anytime you have a Regency combined with highlanders it’s going to be yummy! Kinda like peanut butter and chocolate.
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This really sounds like a very good book. I love regency era stories, and I especially love ones that are based in Scotland.
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I enjoyed the excerpt, sounds like a good read.
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