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Highland Fire (Guardians of the Stone Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Tanya Anne Crosby (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 6,195 ratings
"Magical from the very start." —InD'Tale Reviews

Embark on a journey into magical Medieval Scotland, to a time when the shadowy Picts are in peril of vanishing from the annals of history, and Scotland itself will arise as a nation from the ashes of betrayal.

A Clash of Clans.

From the Borderlands to the Highlands, Scotland's seven kingdoms are in conflict. Struggling to unite the kingdoms altogether, King David seeks an alliance with the fierce, but reclusive mountain Scot, Aidan dun Scoti. But only one woman will tempt Aidan—the accursed beauty whose father once betrayed his clan.

Love and Betrayal.

She has been offered a choice: Kill the dun Scoti or lose your only beloved son. Offered in marriage by David of Scotia as a guise for peace and cursed by Aidan's people for the sins of her father, Lìleas MacLaren is the one woman Aidan believes he is immune to. She is also the one woman who could bring the chieftain to his knees.

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"Tanya Anne Crosby is a master of her genre,bringing the history and lore of ancient Scotland and her unforgettablecharacters vividly to life. Highland Fire will keep you turning the pages lateinto the night!" - Internationally Bestselling Author, Laurin Wittig

"Enchanting landscapes, breathtaking betrayal,and heartwarming passion herald Tanya Anne Crosby's triumphant return toancient Scotland with Highland Fire." - InternationallyBestselling Author, Glynnis Campbell

"Tanya Anne Crosby returns to writinghistorical fiction as only she can: superbly and beautifully with HighlandFire.Love, honor, suspense, passion...all the good things we lovein a Highlander Romance." - Suzan Tisdale, bestselling author ofRowan's Lady

"Magical from the very start." - InD'Tale Reviews

About the Author

New York Times bestselling author Tanya Anne Crosby is a five-time nominee for a Romantic Times Career Achievement Award. She is best known for stories charged with emotion and humor and filled with flawed characters. Tanya has written for Kensington Publishing, Harlequin, and Avon Books/Harper Collins, where her fifth book Once Upon a Kiss launched the Avon Romantic Treasures line. She lives with her husband, two very spoiled labs and two ex-stray cats in northern Michigan and grew up in Charleston, South Carolina. Her favorite color is green. She once tried to change her name to Anne (in the third grade) and has a dual citizenship (U.S. and Spain), which she fully intends to put to good use now that the kids are grown and have their own cars.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00GURKA7U
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oliver-Heber Books; 10th edition (January 15, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 15, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.5 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 335 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1942820704
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Tanya Anne Crosby is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than thirty-five novels. She has been featured in magazines, such as People, Romantic Times, and Publisher's Weekly, and her books have been translated into eight languages. Her first novel was published in 1992 by Avon Books, where Tanya was hailed as "one of Avon's fastest rising stars." Her fourth book was chosen to launch the company's Avon Romantic Treasure imprint.

Known for stories charged with emotion and humor and filled with flawed characters Tanya is an award-winning author, journalist, and editor, and her novels have garnered reader praise and glowing critical reviews. In 2013, she penned her first romantic suspense novel, Speak No Evil, which appeared on the USA Today list.

Tanya and her writer husband split their time between Charleston, SC, where she was raised, and northern Michigan, where the couple make their home.

Join Tanya on Facebook at Facebook/tanyaannecrosby or visit her Web site at www.tanyaannecrosby.com

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Customers find the book well-researched and engaging, with strong male and female characters and a fast-paced plot that moves quickly. The writing is praised for its descriptive style that pulls readers in, and customers enjoy the historical elements, particularly the ancient legends and myths woven into the narrative. The book receives positive feedback for its pleasant scenic descriptions and readability, though some find it hard to follow.

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420 customers mention "Readability"414 positive6 negative

Customers find the book engaging and well-researched, with one customer describing it as a deep engrossing epic fantasy saga.

"...Magic and mysticism doesn't overpower the story, however, it only adds more depth and color to the tale...." Read more

"...A sweet, humorous, and fun read for relaxing...." Read more

"...to wed. There is Scottish mysticism, Scottish folklore, political intrigue, deception, mystery, spying, interesting plot twists/turns and lastly a..." Read more

"...kill her, well from here it gets really interesting,there are surprises,love action, drama,all things i did not expect,OH please read this it..." Read more

168 customers mention "Romance"135 positive33 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in this historical novel, particularly appreciating the love story between the hero and heroine, with one customer noting how the highlands and their people come alive in the narrative.

"...describe how this story just flows right off the pages and into the reader's heart...." Read more

"...and I loved the surrounding characters even the perfect villian for this type of romance...." Read more

"...mystery, spying, interesting plot twists/turns and lastly a wonderful romance between Lili and Aidan that really takes you on a roller coaster all..." Read more

"...the story would have been twice the length, because the happy ending was so perfect that I just wanted to bask in the happiness and contentment I..." Read more

138 customers mention "Character development"131 positive7 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, particularly noting the strong female and male characters with interesting histories, and one customer mentions the tension between them.

"...Familiar characters make cameo appearances, but not so much that a reader couldn't fully enjoy this book as a stand alone story...." Read more

"...The two main characters were adorable, and I loved the surrounding characters even the perfect villian for this type of romance...." Read more

"...I have read really do have great interesting stories with memorable lovable characters much like this new fascinating interesting book!..." Read more

"...The descriptions, the story line and the connection between the characters was amazing. So why 4 stars in stead of 5?..." Read more

97 customers mention "Writing quality"77 positive20 negative

Customers appreciate the writing quality of the book, noting its descriptive style that pulls readers in, and find it easy to read and well thought-out. They particularly like the old language usage and find it believable.

"...This author is talented with regards to creating a story, and uses better grammar than many who publish digital books...." Read more

"I enjoyed this a lot. It was "boy meet girl and win her" but very well written and fun to read." Read more

"...bartering system; was done in a manner that was very interesting & easy to read...." Read more

"...It’s a well-written, fast-moving, romantic saga about midieval Scots that held my attention to the bloody end!..." Read more

88 customers mention "History"85 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the historical elements of the book, appreciating the little mystery woven into the culture and the love of ancient legends and myths. They particularly enjoy learning about Scottish history and culture.

"...others in the Highland Brides Series, incorporates a bit of the mystical elements that were so much a part of the life of the peoples living in the..." Read more

"...in love but yet are forced to wed. There is Scottish mysticism, Scottish folklore, political intrigue, deception, mystery, spying, interesting plot..." Read more

"...This author is talented with regards to creating a story, and uses better grammar than many who publish digital books...." Read more

"Very good history and romance book. Highland men and women were strong willed and physically strong because of the weather they live in...." Read more

33 customers mention "Pace"25 positive8 negative

Customers enjoy the book's pace, describing it as fast-moving with a nice flow, and one customer notes that the action keeps the plot moving along.

"...It’s a well-written, fast-moving, romantic saga about midieval Scots that held my attention to the bloody end!..." Read more

"It was fun and quick and I enjoyed reading it...." Read more

"...The characters are exquisite and believable. The plot moves quickly with terrific twists and turns...." Read more

"...plot of treachery and contaminated water supply but the pace is excruciatingly slow making it overall a very boring read...." Read more

31 customers mention "Description quality"31 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's vivid descriptions, noting its pleasant scenic depictions and great detail, with one customer highlighting the wonderful imagery created by the Scottish settings.

"...I love how you brought the lovers together. Love your beautiful descriptions of the Highlands." Read more

"...produced well developed characters, was knowledgeable and detailed in her settings and it kept me interested through out the book...." Read more

"...Ms Crosby gave a good look at life in this era and was able to add humor to the story...." Read more

"...I enjoy the settings and I feel like I am part of the story as it p Ljubljana says out" Read more

17 customers mention "Difficulty to follow"6 positive11 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's readability, with some finding it very hard to put down while others struggle to follow it.

"...of the sentences in this book is strange, making those entries confusing for the reader...." Read more

"...immediately not only was my interest captured but I simply could not put this book down!..." Read more

"...The Stone of Destiny and Sword just never seemed to be fully explained and it was of very little use in the storyline, because King David and the..." Read more

"...Excellent, despite being a bit of a complicated read to understand all the interactions among the various clans, but entertaining to those who enjoy..." Read more

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  • Past Romance
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Most Beautifully Written Romances Ever -- A Must Read
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2014
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    This is simply a breathtakingly beautiful book. Even an crabby old English teacher with a well-worn red pencil would gleefully give this new novel by Tanya Anne Crosby an A+. I found myself reading passages over and over again just to fully let the beautiful imagery fully sink in.

    For example, when Lileas first lays eyes upon the "barbarian" she is to wed in the name of peace, the author describes him as such:

    "Painted with intricate blue markings wherever his flesh was bared, he watched her approach with canny eyes. She could tell their color even at this distance for they were unnaturally green. The man towered over everyone who stood near him, his shoulders wide and brown--and bare, despite of the lateness of the summer. His claymore, a massive weapon meant to cleave men in two, was sheathed within his belt. His boots were laced and his legs were bare as well, revealing thighs that were as strapping as oaks."

    Phew! What a man.

    And on their wedding night, as he is giving her one more chance for freedom and a way out of the marriage, he tells her "If you stay, if you lie beneath me...I will never ever let you go. Do ye ken?"

    At that point, I nearly dropped my Kindle.

    Tanya Anne Crosby paints a picture of medieval Highlanders with rich brushstrokes dripping in full technicolor. I'm just at a loss for words to fully describe how this story just flows right off the pages and into the reader's heart.

    Having already read The Highland Brides Series and the novella HIGHLAND SONG, I already knew that this book would use the places, clans, and characters of those 5-Star stories and couldn't wait to get glimpses of more of that world. Familiar characters make cameo appearances, but not so much that a reader couldn't fully enjoy this book as a stand alone story. Having read the others only adds to the experience, but not having done so doesn't lessen the impact of the story in the least.

    This book, as with the others in the Highland Brides Series, incorporates a bit of the mystical elements that were so much a part of the life of the peoples living in the The Mounth at that time. Magic and mysticism doesn't overpower the story, however, it only adds more depth and color to the tale.

    If it were possible to give a higher rating than 5 stars, this novel would certainly earn that. I highly recommend it, along with the entire Highland Brides series. Download them all today and lose yourself in the Highlands!
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  • Tabitha D.
    4.0 out of 5 stars A sweet, humorous
    Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2018
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    A sweet, humorous, and fun read for relaxing. There were moments where I was a little iffy, some issues I had in regards to editing, but outside of that I enjoyed the book. The two main characters were adorable, and I loved the surrounding characters even the perfect villian for this type of romance. I do wish there'd been a little more discussion in regards to certain discoveries(ie the curse) in more of an effort to help with the acceptance, forgiveness, and growth, but also respect that Lileas was a character who often worked through issues of that nature on her own to come to terms with them. I can respect a character of this nature as I've done this myself with certain issues.

    The only other parts I was iffy about were concerning certain things like the Picts, textiles, uisge, etc. but then I read the Afterword in which the author admits to all the liberties she took along with her reasons. At that point I realized that this book is heavily more alternative/AU historical romance and not just run of the mill historical fiction. So the issues I had in that regard were easily cleared up. I can't wait to read some of the other books I have of hers as well as the other books in the Guardians of the Stone series.
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  • Roslynn
    5.0 out of 5 stars review of highland fire
    Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2014
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    I have seen and heard of this book on Ms. Tanya Anne Crosby’s website and couldn’t wait to get it! I just loved how it had some of the characters from her highland brides series which also combined part of the story of the highland brides with some wonderful new characters that I can’t wait to read more about! I really do enjoy Ms. Crosby’s Scottish highlander stories even though I haven’t read all of them but the ones I have read really do have great interesting stories with memorable lovable characters much like this new fascinating interesting book!
    What a story of the cursed beautiful heroine Lileas is betrothed to a true highlander but considered by everyone a savage hero Aidan. Even though Lili is desired and everyone wants to claim her no one wants to love her due to the curse but despite the curse Lili cares for everyone and makes up for it by being sort of an amazing mystic healer. Lili hides a horrible secret from Aidan which could cause her to lose him. In all of this Lili loves Aidan plus doesn’t want to hurt him therein lies the dilemma. Ms. Crosby not only made this not a standard story of two opposite people who fall in love but yet are forced to wed. There is Scottish mysticism, Scottish folklore, political intrigue, deception, mystery, spying, interesting plot twists/turns and lastly a wonderful romance between Lili and Aidan that really takes you on a roller coaster all thrown into this great book!
    Ms. Crosby also had such lovely and amazing minor characters Una was just fabulous! I can just see her in my head gazing into her keek stane reading everyone’s destiny despite her prophesies never making any sense at the time she was just brilliant and hitting everyone with her cane. I also just loved Aidan’s sisters Cailen especially Sorcha and hopefully she will have her story told too well except for Lael she kind of scared me and I think she had a lot of baggage that I don’t think she could fall for any man. I see her beating up and killing any man that would attempt to get close to her. That I can hardly wait for the next installment of the guardians of the stone that’s why I rated the book five stars. Well done Ms. Crosby and I am eagerly awaiting more of your Scottish stories!
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  • Mrs M
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 25, 2022
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    Words alone cannot describe how much I enjoyed this story but I will do my best.

    It started off telling us about Lili and her son Kellen who lived with her brother in law, Rogan, since her husband's tragic death. Rogan was creepy and mean to both of them but they were powerless to do anything about it. Lilith had been cursed previously and everyone believed that whoever she married would die young. King David decided to marry her off to Aiden who was a Pict in order to get rid of him as he didn't support David's claim to the throne.

    I found the story very interesting as it told of the Picts which I haven't come across before in a highland book. It had sadness, treachery, fierce mother's love, family drama, danger, romance and a few steamy encounters. I liked all the characters and they were very different from each other. I loved how the relationship developed between Lili and Aidan despite both of them starting off not wanting to get married or trusting each other.

    I would have liked more story written between the last chapter and the epilogue as there seemed to be a big gap in the storyline. e.g. something about what happened with Lili and Aidan after their encounter with Rogan or the interaction between Kellen and Aidan's family. Despite this, I loved the story and it brought tears to my eyes at the end so I highly recommend it as well as the author. This is the first book I have read by this author but it won't be the last.
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  • D.L.R
    5.0 out of 5 stars Highland Fire
    Reviewed in Australia on May 7, 2018
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    Lìli has a son named Kellen she is now a widow. Rogan wants to marry her but she will not agree. David suggested she be wed to another named Aidan. They believe she is a witch but she is really just a healer. Rogan takes her son as hostage because he wants Aidan dead. He gives Lili a ring with poison to take his life and if she does she can have her son back. Lili doesn’t really want to take a life.

    I enjoyed the story line. I must say there is a bit of adult content.
    What really bothers me, would be the Scottish slang. It’s a bit horrid.
    I do understand keeping in characteristics for that time. It was just annoying as I can’t understand the words.

    My disclaimer...
    I was given a copy of this book for my honest review.
    Any book or novels I leave reviews on are not dependent on the book/novel review author’s opinion. No one influenced my voluntary review for any of the books or novels I read, they are my own opinions
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  • GT
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great series
    Reviewed in Canada on August 19, 2023
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    Have only read 3 of the 5 books in this series but I am LOVING them!!!! Lots of history, and just enough erotica that it doesn't overload; just gives enough. I do get tired of the books where the author feels there has to be constant erotica -- this series (and this author) has just the perfect amount. Can't wait to read moe books from her .....
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  • Madhu
    4.0 out of 5 stars Ok
    Reviewed in India on September 27, 2020
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  • Eva
    5.0 out of 5 stars Highland fire
    Reviewed in France on January 1, 2020
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    Once you start this book , forget about anything else till you finished it and then you will want more of those books written so thoroughly so intense you want to go Scotland and hunt those hills!! A must to read thank you!
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