Terrible writing, cardboard characters, senseless plot… I picked up this book based on the raves of Amazon readers, but after painfully making my way through the first 75 pages (though its idiocy is apparent from early on) I can only assume the high praise comes from the illiterate! While I don’t expect LIT-ER-A-TURE from guilty pleasure romance novels, this book was an insult to the English-speaking public.
Kinley MacGregor, if this is the best you can do, go back to your day job. You join the ranks of Teresa Medeiros and later Johanna Lindsey as talentless hacks!
For those who seek believable dialogue, complex yet endearing characters, historical accuracy and well-constructed plots with fully realized storytelling, there is plenty of talented writing out there — Susan Elizabeth Phillips, Lisa Kleypas, Mary Jo Putney, Lavyrle Spencer. The list goes on… Compare the difference, and see how a really well-written romance can engage your mind as well as your heart. The payoff is tremendous, and these authors should be rewarded with your readership. It is said that Braden MacAllister, English baron and proud Highlander warrior, can fell an enemy with a single blow — and a woman with a single kiss. continue reading.
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