Tamed by a Laird
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Seduced By a Rogue
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Contents
Raves for Amanda Scott and her Scottish Adventures
A Preview of "Seduced by a Rogue"
RAVES FOR
AMANDA SCOTT
AND HER SCOTTISH ADVENTURES
“Amanda Scott is a master.”
—Affaire de Coeur
“A most gifted storyteller.”
—
Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
“Scott has a flair for characterization.”
—
Publishers Weekly
BORDER MOONLIGHT
“4 Stars! Scott crafts an accurate portrait of the snarled politics of the era and the vibrant people who lived, loved, and
dared to keep the peace. Excitement melds with romance in a page-turning adventure.”
—
Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
“A devilishly fun romance novel rich with intrigue, deception, tension, and love ever after. If there was ever a novel to
bring a reader’s smile alive, this is it.”
“Features Scott’s trademarks: strong-willed women and warrior men, mystery and intrigue, dashes of humor and wit, deep characterization,
complex plots, and, above all, historical and geographic accuracy in the days of ancient Scotland.”
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Sacramento Bee
“Exceptional… Another fabulous book by über-talented Amanda Scott… She fills our senses with the sights, sounds, smells, touch,
and taste of the great lands and castles of Scotland.”
“Fast-paced… An exciting Border romance with plenty of action… A terrific historical gender war.”
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Midwest Book Review
“It was hard to put this one down… A pleasure to read.”
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http://www.ReadingRomanceBooks.com
“Combines political intrigue, mystery, and romance that will leave readers wanting more.”
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http://www.RomanceJunkiesReviews.com
“The love story is funny, honest, and flares with both friendship and desire… Simon and Sibylla are outstandingly detailed
and complex characters.”
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http://www.TheRomanceReader.com
BORDER LASS
“5 Stars! A thrilling tale, rife with villains and notorious plots… Scott demonstrates again her expertise in the realm of
medieval Scotland. She combines a passionate love story with a detailed understanding of those dangerous times… a fascinating
story. I highly recommend
Border Lass
.”
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http://www.FallenAngelReviews.com
“4½ Stars! TOP PICK! Readers will be thrilled… a tautly written, deeply emotional love story steeped in the rich history of
the Borders. Scott’s use of real events and people enables her to subtly move readers into the characters’ mind-sets, which
greatly enriches the story.”
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Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
“4½ Stars! A wonderful romance with a historical setting full of action, suspense, passion, and a great plot.”
—
http://www.TheRomanceReaderConnection.com
“Scott excels in creating memorable characters… A good read.”
“Excellent… a charming romance, a tale of murder and intrigue, and an enlightening, entertaining foray into Medieval Scottish
history. I recommend [
it
].”
“Will be enjoyed by the romantic who loves historical romances set in medieval times… Scott has researched the history of
early Scotland… to give the novel a rich, believable background.”
BORDER WEDDING
“4½ Stars! TOP PICK! Not only do her characters leap off the pages, the historical events do too. This is more than entertainment
and romance; this is historical romance as it was meant to be.”
—
Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
“4½ Hearts! A very enjoyable read that is rich in history… Ms. Scott’s next book will be another must-read.”
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http://www.NightOwlRomance.com
“5 Stars! Scott has possibly written the best historical in ages!… There was not a part of this story that was not enjoyable…
the best book to come along in a long time.”
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http://www.FallenAngelReviews.com
“A journey you won’t want to miss! Scott’s gift is her ability to create people you want to know. No matter the conflict or
the story line, you’re always drawn to the people.
Border Wedding
, the first novel in a new trilogy, is no exception. Another winner!”
“Wonderful… full of adventure and history… Scott is obviously well-versed on life in the fourteenth century, and she brings
her knowledge to the page… an excellent story for both the romance reader and the history buff. I’m anxious to read others
by Scott in the future.”
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Midwest Book Review
“Don’t miss this beautiful historic tale.”
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http://www.BookCoveReviews.com
“A fun, light read… Scott’s vivid attention to details makes you feel as if you are indeed visiting Scotland each and every
time you pick up her delightful book.”
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http://www.ArmchairInterviews.com
“A winner… Few authors do medieval romances as consistently excellent as Amanda Scott’s… brings to life the late fourteenth
century.”
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http://www.HarrietKlausner.wwwi.com
“Well-written narrative and dialogue… exciting plot…
Border Wedding
proves great stories of Scotland don’t only arise out of the Highlands.”
KING OF STORMS
“4 Stars! An exhilarating novel… with a lively love story… Scott brings the memorable characters from her previous novels
together in an exciting adventure romance.”
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Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
“Passionate and breathtaking… Amanda Scott’s
King of Storms
keeps the tension moving as she continues her powerful saga of the Macleod sisters.”
“A terrific tale starring two interesting lead characters who fight, fuss, and fall in love… Rich in history and romance,
fans will enjoy the search for the Templar treasure and the Stone of Scone.”
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Midwest Book Review
“An engaging tale with well-written characters and a wonderful plot that will keep readers turning pages… Fans of historical
romances will be delighted with
King of Storms
.”
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http://www.TheRomanceReaderConnection.com
“Enjoyable… moves at a fast pace… It was difficult to put the book down.”
“Intrigue and danger… Readers will enjoy the adventures and sweet romance.”
“Enchanting… a thrilling adventure… a
must
read…
King of Storms
is a page-turner. A sensual, action-packed romance sure to satisfy every heart. Combine this with a battle of wits, a test
of strength, faith, and honor, and you have one great read.”
KNIGHT’S TREASURE
“An enjoyable book for a quiet evening at home. If you are a fan of historical romance with a touch of suspense, you don’t
want to miss this book.”
—
http://www.LoveRomanceAndMore.com
“Filled with tension, deceptions, and newly awakened passions. Scott gets better and better.”
LADY’S CHOICE
“Terrific… with an exhilarating climax. Scott is at the top of her game with this deep historical tale.”
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Midwest Book Review
“Enjoyable… The premise of Scott’s adventure romance is strong.”
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Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
“A page-turner… her characters are a joy to read… sure to delight medieval historical fans.”
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Romance Reviews Today
“Plenty of suspense and action and a delightful developing love story… Another excellent story from Scott.”
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http://www.RomanceReviewsMag.com
PRINCE OF DANGER
“Phenomenal.”
—
Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
“RITA Award-winning Scott has a flair for colorful, convincing characterization.”
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Publishers Weekly
“Exhilarating… fabulous… action-packed… Fans of fast-paced historical tales… will want to read Amanda Scott’s latest.”
—
Midwest Book Review
“Scott is a phenomenal writer… I am not sure if perfection can be improved upon, but that is exactly what she has done in
her latest offering.”
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http://www.RomanceReaderAtHeart.com
LORD OF THE ISLES
“Scott pits her strong characters against one another and fate. She delves into their motivations, bringing insight into them
and the thrilling era in which they live.”
—
Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
“Scott writes great tales.”
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http://www.RomanceReviewsMag.com
“Scott’s storytelling is amazing… a captivating tale of intrigue… This is a defi nite keeper.”
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http://www.CoffeeTimeRomance.com
A HIGHLAND PRINCESS
“Delightful historical starring two fabulously intelligent lead characters… Grips the audience from the onset and never [lets]
go.”
—
Affair de Coeur
“Perfect for readers who enjoy romances with a rich sense of history.”
—
Booklist
“A fabulous medieval Scottish romance.”
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Midwest Book Review
“A marvelously rendered portrait of medieval Scotland, terrific characters, and a dynamic story.”
—
Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine
O
THER
B
OOKS BY
A
MANDA
S
COTT
BORDER MOONLIGHT
BORDER LASS
BORDER WEDDING
KING OF STORMS
KNIGHT’S TREASURE
LADY’S CHOICE
PRINCE OF DANGER
LORD OF THE ISLES
HIGHLAND PRINCESS
THE SECRET CLAN: REIVER’S BRIDE