Review: Wonderful histroical novel, with mystery, intrigue and romance.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 9, 2014
This is a historical novel set in 1822 Scotland. I was immediately swept up in the mystery, politics and relationship between the main characters,David Lauriston and Lord Murdo Balfour. David is an idealist and believes in being true to ones self. Balfour is a privileged youngest son, who believes in living life for it's pleasures and bending rules to fit his needs. They seem to be complete opposites but there is a chemistry between them that tempers and brings out the best in both of them. I enjoyed the secondary characters very much, especially Elizabeth Chalmers.When I finished the book, I realized it is a part of a trilogy. this book ends with the mystery solved but feeling like it was not quite the end. Not necessarily a cliffhanger. More like taking a deep breath and getting ready for the story to continue. I am glad book 2 is already out and I am able to continue the journey.Very enjoyable read.