Review: An Excellent Sequel to An Irresistible Shadow
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 20, 2014
As other reviewers have indicated, this sequel picks up after Madeline is taken away by her brother from the Baron's castle.  She is then taken to her family's home, Castle Campbell, where she is offered up as a wife to the clansman who can win the highlander tournament hosted by her father.Alexander, a guardian appointed to her by the Baron, follows her to her family's home.  Once he is assured that she is safe, he plans to leave and return to his post with the Baron.  However, he has a change of heart once he lays eyes on Madeline again.  Madeline's brother Angus convinces Alexander to enter the tournament, after he realizes his sister is indeed in love with him.The tournament is rife with angry clansmen who don't want to lose to anyone, especially Alexander whose family is from the lowlands.  Alexander proves himself to be an excellent swordsmen, though not as adept at throwing tree stumps.  Whether or not he can outwit and outmaneuver the other clansmen vying for Madeline's hand in marriage I'll never tell!I recommend this book to readers who love Highlander themed books, and individuals who can't resist a good old fashioned love story.  If you're on the edge about buying this book, let me assure you that the female characters are not hot-house flowers, rather they are surprisingly tough for the times.  This includes Madeline's little sister Heather, who can wield a knife and scale castle walls better than an adult!  The love interest is tough when he has to be, loyal and tender when he needs to be - in my opinion, a perfect leading man.I received this ACR in exchange for a fair and honest review.