Sunday, October 7, 2012

Sneak Peek Sunday



Men in kilts, the rugged Scottish Highlands and a romance to warm any reader's heart.  What's not to love? Today we have sneak peeks at two new medieval romances from authors who never fail to give me an enjoyable read.  First up is Never Seduce a Scot by Maya Banks, first in her new trilogy, The Montgomerys and Armstrongs. (9/25/12).  

 Eveline Armstrong is fiercely loved and protected by her powerful clan, but considered “touched” to outsiders. Beautiful, fey, with a level, intent gaze, she doesn’t speak. No one, not even her family, knows that she cannot hear. Eveline taught herself to read lips and allows the outside world view her as daft, content to stay with her family. But when an arranged marriage with a rival clan makes Graeme Montgomery her husband, she accepts her dutyunprepared for the delights to come. Graeme is a rugged warrior with a voice so deep and powerful she can hear it, and hands and kisses so tender and skilled he awakens her deepest passions.

Graeme is intrigued by his new bride, whose silent lips are ripe with temptation, whose bright, intelligent eyes can see into his soul. As intimacy deepens, he learns her secret. But when clan rivalries and dark deeds threaten the wife he has only begun to cherish, the Scottish warrior will move heaven and earth to save the woman who has awakened his heart to the beautiful song of a rare and magical love.





Next up is The Recruit, the much anticipated sixth book in Monica McCarty's highly acclaimed Highland Guard series. (10/30/12)



Scotland's King Robert the Bruce is retaking his kingdom from the invading English. To win, he'll need all the grit and courage of his elite band of warriors, the Highland Guard, men who fight without fear and love without limits.

Fiery, aggressive, and bold, Kenneth Sutherlandis a true champion—skilled with any weapon and driven to win. Now Kenneth is ready for his greatest challenge: joining Robert the Bruce’s secret army to fight among the elite. Kenneth’s best chance to attain that honor is by winning the Highland Games. Focused and prepared for victory, he is caught off guard by a lovely wisp of a woman—and a stolen moment of wicked seduction. Her innocent arousal and her shameless hunger fire his blood. He will win his place in the guard—and in Mary of Mar’s bed.

The ruggedly handsome hero-in-the-making stirs a heart that should know better. Mary vows her surrender will be sport only—no promises, no heartbreak, just one night of incredible passion. Nothing, she swears, will persuade her to give up her hard wrought independence and put her fate in the hands of another powerful man. But with every gentle touch and heart-pounding kiss, Kenneth makes her want more. Now Mary wants his heart. But is this determined champion willing to surrender everything for love?





Random House Giveaway! 


 Two randomly selected people leaving a comment on today's blog will receive a copy of Never Seduce a Scot. (U.S. only - winner will be selected October 10th) 

One randomly selected person leaving a comment will receive a copy of The Recruit. (U.S. only - winner will be selected October 30th) 

~PJ

25 comments:

  1. M&M's aren't just a wonderful chocolate treat! Maya & Monica are a wonderful treat for any reader as well!

    I love both of their books because both of them have such wonderful characters and whenever you read one of their books you'll not only be "hooked" but keep coming back for more!

    Thanks for highlighting two of my favorite authors!

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    1. You're welcome, Jeanne! They're favorites of mine as well!

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    2. PJ - Obviously great mind think alike!

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  2. I'm so excited about "The Recruit." I'm a fan of Monica's Highland Guard series.

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    1. Me too, Jane! Monica has been an auto-buy for me since her debut.

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  3. I love all historicals set in Scotland. Hope to visit someday! I'd want to read Maya and Monica's books.

    Thanks for the chance to win one of them.

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  4. I have been looking forward to BOTH of these books. They are both on my "too buy" list. I would love to win a copy of either or both. Thank you for this opportunity!

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  5. I have never read anything by Monica but love men in kilts. I love Maya Banks and hope I cvan win that one (either would be nice) thanks for the reviews I always find something that I would like here...


    Donna

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    1. Hope you give Monica a try, Donna. I highly recommend any of her books!

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  6. Sounds good...New adds to my TBR list. Thanks for another great giveaway.

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  7. Two fabulous novels that sound like they are guaranteed to make the reader sigh with pleasure. Looking forward to these and am adding them to my wish list. Happy Sunday!

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  8. Two great books here. I have been wanting Maya's new book so thinks for the chance to win.

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  9. Love the Scottish theme...I like it so much I'll be naturalized Scottish one of these days!!!Lovely books these two =)

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  10. Men in Kilts!! Count me in, please. There is something so alluring about a romance set in Scotland; I fall for it every time!
    Recently Eloisa James recommened Maya Banks' new book and with you recommending it too, PJ, it's a double endorsement for me! They are both going on my list right now!

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  11. These books sound good.

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  12. Highlanders are my absolutely favorite type of read and sorry to say I've not read either of these authors although I have heard a lot of good things about them both. More books for my tbb pile :)

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  13. Oooooooh... those books are preeeeetty :) Thanks for the sneak peak and the giveaway! Running to add them to my wishlist now!

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  14. It just warms my heart to see a medieval hit the shelves! That is where my true reader heart lies, even though I love historicals in general. Both these books look to be great and I cannot wait to read them. :)

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  15. I haven't read anything by Maya Banks, yet, though I look forward to doing so. I have enjoyed Monica McCarty's Highland Guard novels.

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  16. Love me some Highlanders, almost missed the blog!

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  17. I have the Maya Banks story on my TBR pile and I will be looking for Monica McCarty's story since they both look great.

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