~ARC from the publisher, via NetGalley~

This is one of those books that was funny and like a what the moment.

Okay not really, but the way Graeme and Marjorie met was anything but ordinary. So are the succeeding scenes after that. I still can't help but laugh every time I remembered the series of kidnapping in this book. Granted, it was for a good cause, but man!

First off, I can really feel how much Marjorie wanted to belong to the society she was suddenly trust in. However, during the time period of this book, people do not just accept you because you suddenly become a Lady. It takes more than that. That is one of the reasons, I hate that period. People are quickly judge. As for Graeme? He has his reasons for not loving. And I must say, I cried. At a young age, he had to be the Laird and the guardian to all his sibling. I admire him for his actions.

But what I truly like about this book was the way Gabriel and Graeme converse to each other. Yup, truly enjoyed that part.

You do not need to do what society see fit just to find your place in the world. All you have to do is be you. Society does not defines you, its your action and how true you really are.

~That was my thought on Marjorie's situation, in the end, she was able to be in the place where her heart righteously belong to.

Looking forward for the next book.

Another beautifully written story that flowed well and was engaging throughout the book. I liked the first book in this series, but did not love it. I loved this book and is why I read Ms. Enoch. Graeme and Marjorie are written so as to be interesting and you need to know what is going to happen. There are misunderstandings and I wanted to say “Graeme, you big lunk, just say what you really mean”. Men! The interaction between Graeme and Marjorie and the lads makes you feel like you are right there with them.

"My continued well-being would seem to be at your whim, sir," she returned. "I wouldn't call that level ground for an argument."

A slight smile curved his mouth. "Ye do have a point."

Arrogant man. Smiling at her as if he knew exactly how handsome he was and meant to use that to sway her weak little feminine brain into thinking him charming. Ha. And ha again. "I know I do."

FINAL DECISION: My enjoyment of this book grew as the story continued. By the end, the relationship between Graeme and Ree was so sweet and romantic that I would highly recommend this book especially for lovers of men in kilts!

THE STORY: Graeme, Viscount Maxton, is in a difficult position. The Highlander is offered wealth and status if he helps the head of the clan defeat his enemy, the new Duke of Lattimer. Hearing the offer, Graeme's three young brothers decide the kidnap the sister of the duke, who happens to be passing by. Now Graeme has to decide what to do with the woman without implicating his brothers. Lady Marjorie Forrester has recently been raised from a lady's companion to a lady herself with her brother's taking of the title. Ignored in London, she desperately wants respectability but finds herself captivated by the wild land and the Laird of the castle.

OPINION: This story built page by page until I was entirely enthralled when Graeme finally declares his love to Ree. One of the best parts of this book is that both characters are so eminently likeable.

Ree is a woman who expected a life of service until the fortunes of her brother changed (he unexpectedly inherited a dukedom) and thus her life changed as well. Determined to finally gain acceptance from society which had looked down on her despite her having the same education, Ree has lived a lonely life in London in the months since she became Lady Marjorie. The story really pulls out the tension of Ree wanting to belong and being determined that those who dismissed her will acknowledge her while at the same time making herself miserable. She isn't able to accept the idea that she might actually belong in Scotland because it isn't the future she imagined.

Graeme also has a blindness when it comes to Ree. He doesn't see her as a woman he could love -- because Graeme is determined never to fall in love. He has seen a destructive side to love which has made him shy away from that possibility. Instead, he has been a wonderful brother and substitute father in raising his three younger brothers. I loved that Graeme is such a responsible and caring man.

The relationship between Graeme and Ree develops with such a wonderful progression. They start out as combatants as Ree is kidnapped by Graeme's brothers and she is being held against her will. The two argue and fight and have all types of their passion raised in the process. While both have personal reasons for not giving in completely to their passionate attraction, the real issue keeping them apart is external rather than their own demons. When they both acknowledge their feelings for one another, I really felt the walls coming down between them. The scenes and language was so romantic and sweet that I could read them again and again.

The resolution satisfied, the characters are truly partners, and there are all kinds of possibilities for future books.

WORTH MENTIONING: Marjorie's brother makes a significant appearance for those who have read the first book.

CONNECTED BOOKS: MY ONE TRUE HIGHLANDER is the second book in the No Ordinary Hero series. This book can be read as a standalone, but is much better with the background from the first book in the series.

STAR RATING: I give this book 4 stars.

NOTE: I received an ARC of this book via Netgalley in order to provide a review. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions contained herein are my own.

I was anxious to read "My One True Highlander" and thought the beginning of the book to be very engaging. Lady Marjorie Forester is now everything she dreamed of--a fine young lady living in Mayfair. Unfortunately, the ton see her as nothing but the sister of an up jump duke. They shun her at every turn. That leads Marjorie on a trip that will change her life. While she journeys to visit her newly minted duke brother in the Scottish Highlands, she is kidnaped by a pair of the Laird Graeme Maxton's brothers and taken to their home. When Graeme realizes what his brothers have done, he tries to salvage the situation as best he can without turning her over to his clan chief who is enemies with her brother Lattimer.

Ms. Enoch is a talented author and I did like the lively banter between Marjorie and Graeme throughout the book and how their relationship changes from enemies to something more. Connell, the youngest Maxton brother is an absolute delight and added quite a lot of amusement to the circumstances. However, I was disappointed in how quickly Marjorie and Graeme fell into bed together. Marjorie hardly protested the loss of her virtue and for an young lady, this was paramount to attracting a husband. For me, this part of the story did not ring true to her character. The plot moved along well and kept my interest to the end.

I was super excited to receive an ARC of this book through netgalley because Suzanne Enoch is an author that has been in my TBR pile for a while. I generally hate reading books out of order, so I even found the first book, "Hero in the Highlands" at my library and read it first. I gave it two stars and you can read my review of it on that book's page. Mostly, it left me with high hopes that this one would be better. And, it was.

"My One True Highlander" started with great promise - I loved seeing Graeme interact with Dunncraigh and his brothers. Even the kidnapping itself had me turning pages and eager to keep reading. It was once Marjorie was at the Lion's Den that things slowed down. And then slowed down even further. The pacing went from edge of your seat, stay up all night reading to yawning because the characters were having the same conversations over and over again. Then, all of a sudden, there was action again in the last 7% of the book that moved quickly and was nail bitingly good. It was just that 70% in the middle that was hard to slog through.

I have two big issues with the plot's reasons for keeping Marjorie at Graeme's house. First, it was the issue of the marriage license. Did it ever arrive? Wasn't the whole "rush to Gretna Green" perk of marrying in Scotland because you could do it immediately without a lot of paperwork or fuss? So, why were they talking about waiting until the license arrived when it was just a formality for the peerage documentation anyway. And, secondly, you can't tell me that Graeme and his brothers couldn't have gotten Marjorie from their home to Lattimer without Paulk knowing about it when he was two miles away. Two miles across the Scottish Highlands. It isn't like he could look out a window and see them walking past. I don't think that was much of a reason to keep her at the Lion's Den if he really wanted her to be gone.

Which brings me to the romance. It was an enemies-to-lovers story line, but I never really felt the chemistry between Graeme and Marjorie. At least there wasn't the predatory edge that existed between Gabriel and Fiona, but, it still progressed at an odd pacing for my tastes. If anything, I would have liked to see more between Hortensia and the blacksmith.

Overall, this series does provide a fun romp through the Highlands with heroes that are rather unusual and unexpected. But, the pacing on this book made it difficult to read. The beginning and the ending, though, make it worth your time.

Lady Marjorie Forrester is being ignored in London, she had more acknowledgement when she was a lady’s companion but since her brother Gabriel unexpectedly became the Duke of Lattimer she’s been ostracised. She receives a letter from Gabriel saying he’s getting married so Marjorie decided to surprise him & head to Scotland for the wedding, accompanied by Mrs Hortensia Giswell her companion. Rugged Highlander Graeme Maxton’s loyalty to his clan means that their enemies are his own even when that includes his neighbour, the Duke of Lattimer. It’s a fight he doesn’t relish, but when Graeme’s reckless younger brothers Brendan & Dughlas foolishly kidnap Lattimer’s younger sister, all bets are off.
Lady Marjorie Forrester may be aligned with the enemy, but capturing her puts Graeme squarely in the middle of a war. If he turns Marjorie over to his clan chief she could be killed. If he lets her go, his brothers could face prison or be hung. Graeme keeps Ree locked in a bedroom & even shackles her. However he binds the shackle so it won’t bruise her leg, which proves to be a mistake as by unravelling the binding she’s able to free herself. Only to walk into Graeme’s uncle Raibeart & the Duke of Dunncraigh’s right hand man Hamish Paulk, Ree saves the day by saying she is the tutor to Connell.
I found this to be a fun book to read, yes parts of it were implausible but it’s fiction. Graeme was so endearing trying his best for his brothers & then having to sort out their messes. Ree was also very likeable, no swooning debutante. The interaction between the pair had me laughing at times, there was an attraction between the pair from the start but they fought it as how could a captor be attracted to his Sassenach captive & vice versa how could a captive gently brought up lady be attracted to a wild highlander. The answer in both cases is very easily. Connell of course stole the book, an adorable eight year old who had a menagerie of animals he’d rescued.

Publisher's Description:
DARE TO FALL IN LOVE
Scotland, 1812—Rugged Highlander Graeme’s loyalty to his clan means that their enemies are his own—even when that includes his neighbor, the Duke of Lattimer. It’s a fight he doesn’t relish, but when Graeme’s reckless younger brothers foolishly kidnap Lattimer’s younger sister, all bets are off…

Lady Marjorie Forrester may be aligned with the enemy, but capturing her puts Graeme squarely in the middle of a war. If he turns Marjorie over to his clan chief, she could be killed. If he lets her go, his brothers could face prison. In addition, the woman can’t stop trying to civilize the lot of them! What’s a Highlander to do, then, but keep the stubborn lass close…and explore the unexpected passion that develops between them? But how can Graeme protect Marjorie and his brothers when both Lattimer and his own clan are on the warpath—and will do whatever it takes to tear these two star-crossed lovers apart, in My One True Highlander, the next No Ordinary Hero Scottish romance from New York Times bestselling author Suzanne Enoch.

My Thoughts:

I laughed, cried and trembled with fear for our heroine and her hero in this delightful new novel by Suzanne Enoch. Suzanne Enoch never fails to entertain me.

This book is number two in this wonderful new series and I loved every minute of this story. The addition of a very delightful eight year old little boy who collects a menagerie of animals such as rabbits, foxes, and mice adds just the touch of humor needed in this very well written book.
After his younger brothers kidnap Marjorie, Graeme decides forcing her to marry him is the answer to most of his problems but he never counted on actually falling in love with her.
I found the characters in this story to be well developed and the storyline to be exceptional.
Connell is a scene stealer with his effectively childish innocence. This book would not be the same without him.
I gave this book a lofty 5 of 5 stars for storyline and characterization and a sensual rating of 3.5 of 5 flames.
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley to read. This in no way affected my opinion of this title which I have voluntarily reviewed.

My One True Highlander by Suzanne Enoch is the second instalment in the "No Ordinary Hero" series, but can easily be read as a stand-alone novel. I didn't read the first novel and it didn't affect this storyline at all.

After Lattimer, a mere soldier, unexpectedly inherited the dukedom and became the new Duke of Lattimer, he generously gave his sister Marjorie (Ree) the London townhouse, and she has been desperately trying to fit in with the ton and failing miserably even with the help of her hired companion Mrs. Hortensia Giswell. The transition from being trained as a lady's companion to becoming a Lady however, has proved to be a difficult one. When her brother writes that he is going to marry, Majorie impulsively decides to attend his wedding and sets off for Scotland without sending word of her impending visit. Marjorie needs a much needed break from her companions and ignores Mrs. Giswell's words of wisdom and sets off on a walk--alone. Lo and behold, she is kidnapped by Highlanders.

Viscount Graeme Maxton is a chieftain of the Maxwell clan and his property borders that of Duke Gabriel Lattimer's land, his sworn enemy. When Graeme's three younger brothers kidnap Lattimer's sister Lady Marjorie Forrester thinking to help Graeme - he is torn. He can't afford to turn her over to the Duke at the cost of his brothers' freedom, but neither can he let her go

This novel is a witty, lighthearted story with likeable characters that will draw you in, and evoke an array of emotions that will have you laughing out loud or holding your breath in anticipation. After the kidnapping, it had a bit of a lull and was slow-going for a bit, but picked up about halfway through. There were also a few inconceivabilities I questioned, but it did not detract from my enjoyment. I rate this novel 3.75 out of 5 stars.

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for providing a copy of this novel in exchange for a fair review. https://moesbookblog.wordpress.com/

Reviewed: March 26, 2017. Novel Publish Date: April 4, 2017.

I've got to stop reading Highlander romances. In my defence I think I got offered this because I'd read the first in the series. But I didn't have to say yes.

In fairness, this is a perfectly fine romance. I didn't like the tropes and had some issues with some of the language choices, but if you don't have a problem with lots of 'ye ken" and "doon" and similar (and are American so don't notice the Americanisms) you may be fine.

Suzanne Enoch never disappoints. Her books are always rich with wonderful vibrancy characters. This story was not different. I enjoyed the couple and their journey to HEA. Scotland is a setting I love. It is one of my favorites. This story I will definitely read again.

A thread of danger and loads of laughs throughout this endearing story. Marjorie and Graeme have chemistry from their first meeting and throughout the story.

ummary

Marjorie, had the shock of her life when she learned that her brother had inherited a title and she went from servant to lady of the Ton overnight. Marjorie, however, never truly found acceptance among society but she was determined to be accepted even if it killed her. When she hears word from her brother that he is engaged. Marjorie is tired of never seeing her only family, so in an effort to surprise him travels to Scotland with only her lady companion and two drivers to accompany her. But while taking a rest at a inn, she finds herself kidnapped by three young boys and lands in the lap of none other Grame, a highlander and Scottish Laird and Viscount. Graeme is working on getting funds to build up his clan and keep from being embroiled in a war. But when he learns that his three younger brothers have kidnapped an innocent lass, he is outrage and has no choice but to keep Marjorie in his home until he figures out how to fix the situation. Soon Marjorie goes from being held captive, to earning her captor’s trust, and discovering a fresh new outlook on life in the rugged Highlands and a passion with one certain Highlander who has only shown her tenderness. But she needs to make a choice her dreary life in London, or a life full of passion and love and family in the Highlands…
The Hero

Graeme, was just a young man when his mother died and his father committed suicide, leaving him and his three younger brothers to fend for themselves and a clan to take care of. Graeme, took up the responsibility of seeing to his brother’s upbringing and seeing to the needs of every man, woman and child under him that looked to him for leadership. But it was never something he ever asked for. Graeme made a vow to himself to never fall into the trap called “love” like his father did, leaving behind children in need of care. Grame was a hero you can easily swoon head over heels for. He is strong, a leader, compassionate and kind when needed but firm with his siblings. I love the way he is with his brothers and most especially the youngest—eight-year-old Connell. But what really wins you over is how he is with the heroine. I loved how he doesn’t hide his feelings from her or the truth, he is always honest. I liked how he could be playful and serious and in between both.The Heroine

Marjorie was only a young girl when she lost her parents, and then her brother went to serve in the military and she was forced on her own in a boarding school. She became self-sufficient, thinking she would spend her life as a paid companion or servant or even a governess the rest of her life. Her world gets turned around when she learns that she is to be trained to be a lady. Even though she knows the protocols of being in society, she soon learns that being accepted in Society is way more difficult. At first you aren’t sure what to think of Marjorie, since she is so driven to do what she can to be the “proper lady” in London. But we see deep down its her desire to be loved and accepted. Marjorie goes through her own self journey in this book, discovering what really matters and to fight for what you want. She is practical but still has her own dreams too.
Plot and Story Line

My One True Highlander was simply fantastic and I had such a good ole time reading this book and man Suzanne Enoch did a superb job writing this book. I will admit I was nervous about this one, since book one was alright but not my favorite and didn’t know what she would do with this one. But she really stepped up for this novel and I was so delightfully pleased with how it turned out. This story is a enemies to lovers trope so we have a slight angst in the story especially in the beginning, but it doesn’t have a super strong angst feel to it. It might have some angst between the couple but their bantering is so amusing and fun, that it leaves you with a breath of fresh air. You have a delightful mix of a couple here especially at first. Our heroine is so prim and proper at first which clashes with our hero who is rugged, swears frequently and doesn’t care what others think and says exactly what is on his mind. So these two definitely have words….but what fun their interactions were and I just wanted more of it. Then we add in some fun side characters, an intriguing and suspenseful plot and some sensual moments and this book packs a punch. I want to mention that characters that you fall in love with. First is Connell. Now he was such a cutie. He is an eight year old, very curious about the world around him. And I just loved seeing that and he is so wonderful for Marjorie. He also has such a kind heart and is always taking in stray animals especially those that are orphans because he is an orphan like his brothers. So I fell in love with his character pretty quickly. The next character that made an impression is Mrs. Giswell. She is Marjorie’s companion and she was a delight. She is so proper all the time but has a good sense of humor and I really enjoyed her role in the story. We do get to see Marjorie’s brother again and it was interesting to see how he and Graeme clashed, no surprise when two alpha’s enter a room together hehe. Then we have the romance, and what a delightful mix this was. I seriously couldn’t get enough of seeing these two together especially once they let go of the animosity between them and embrace what they feel which doesn’t take too long. They build a foundation of trust and desire and the dynamics over all were very well developed.The writing here is compelling and pulls the reader pretty quickly in the story and I just didn’t want to put this down. So another win for Suzanne Enoch and highly recommend this to romance lovers everywhere.


The Cover

What a gorgeous cover, probably one of my favorites that this publisher has done. I love the colors with the green and red and I like the hint of plaid, and I just get a kick out of the way the couple here are situated…very sensual.
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My One True Highlander is a delightful mix of sexy bantering, hints of sensuality, a picturesque Scottish setting and likable character that will keep you thirsting for more. A WINNER

MY ONE TRUE HIGHLANDER by Suzanne Enouch was very enjoyable.... Suzanne took me right there and I felt like part of the story. There was a little of everything including a HEA. Graeme took over the raising of he three younger brothers and as Laird of his clan at 20. Marjorie "Ree" also an orphan was sent to the best schools by her brother but was a companion to the wealthy until her brother became a Duke with the death of a distant relative. She got the title of "Lady" a fine house and income but was not accepted by society. Kidnapped by Graeme young brothers she and Graeme come together. I am looking forward to the next book in the A ORDINARY HERO NOVEL series.

My honest review in return for this ARC is that this is a FANTASTIC read. Complex story and characters and absolutely worth buying! I loved, it!!!!

3.5 Stars

It's been a while since I last read any Suzanne Enoch's books and I found this one as delightful as always. My One True Highlander is the second entry of "No Ordinary Hero" series. While I haven't read Hero in the Highlands, I had no trouble following this story.

Marjorie Forrester, sister of the previous book hero, was on the way to pay a surprise visit to her brother at MacKittrick castle when she was abducted by three Maxton striplings who thought to help their eldest brother to make right with clan chieftain, Dunncraigh of Maxwell. The act put the Maxtons and their small estate smack in the middle of dispute between Dukes of Dunncraigh and Lattimer. Not to worsen the situation, Graeme decided to keep Marjorie in his house during which - of course - the attraction sparked between them.

The story was told alternately from Graeme and Marjorie's POVs in third person; with a side of secondary characters' voice. My One True Highlander employed - to a lesser degree - the animosity between Scotsmen and Englishmen and the reluctant attraction between a Highlander and a Sassenach woman. This is a typical romanticized Stockholm Syndrome story with a dash of humor and sexy times.

Both MCs were quite a likeable characters and their battle of wits were quite amusing though personally I thought Graeme's first step of being intimate with Marjorie was rather heartless and out of character. That part of the story just didn't sit well with me; the hero went ahead to have intercourse with the heroine because she's ruined anyway? That's just UGH.

Which is very fortunate the youngest Maxton came to the rescue with his menagerie of adopted animals. Yes, Graeme's youngest brother Connell was the highlight of this book for me. The young lad was a delight to read, whatever mischief he got up to. His exchange with Graeme was especially adorable and those scenes really helped to boost my opinion on the hero of the book.

On top of that, I wasn't particularly fond with the way the book ended; the dire issue was not really resolved and the final chapter felt rushed to me. However, this book was more than okay to reacquaint myself with the author's works. For sure, I will backtrack and catch up with first entry in the series after this.

Advanced copy of this book is kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

marjorie forrester never thought she'd be lady marjorie forrester. she was destined to be a paid companion to old ladies, a spinster who lived an unappreciated life, someone who would grow old and live alone. but when her brother unexpectedly inherited a dukedom, everything changed. except that no one in society wanted anything to do with her. they hadn't bothered to look at her when she was a lowly paid companion, but they made a point to not look at her now that she was their social equal. and marjorie wasn't sure which was worse.

oh, but she dreamed of being accepted by society. she wanted to make a life for herself. she wanted someone to care about her, she'd spent her whole life being an afterthought. maybe it was finally time that changed. but changing society's mind about her is going to be hard and humiliating and expensive, so when her brother writes and tells her he is getting married, she decides to escape society for a while and surprise him on his estate in the scottish highlands. except her brother forgot to mention that he'd embroiled himself in a war with the clan chief and that maybe it wasn't the right time to be traipsing about the highlands with nothing more than a paid companion and two coachmen in tow.

graeme maxton is also in the thick of things. his estate borders the duke of lattimer's who has is essentially at war with their clan chief, the duke of dunncraigh. graeme is a mere viscount but he has no interest in being at war with anyone. he just wants his cotters and his family the chance to live and farm in peace. but when his idiot brothers kidnap lattimer's sister, marjorie, he's not just in the thick of it. he's up to his neck in it and there doesn't appear to be a solution that will not involve all out war with someone more powerful than he is.

the only thing going for him is that no one knew marjorie was travelling to lattimer's estate. so no one is actually looking for her, because no one is missing her. when marjorie argues that this is a perfectly good reason to just let her go, graeme refuses. he says it's because he can't trust her, and maybe that is partly the reason. but the other part of it is that something about marjorie appeals to the heathen highlander in him, and now that he has for all intents and purposes kidnapped her, he's not interested in letting her go.

while marjorie is at first very put out by the kidnapping thing, and then the possibility of being forced to marry graeme, she soon finds that she's not so much demanding her release, and more that she wants to stay at the lion's den (graeme's ancestral home). for the first time in her life she's part of a household in a way that she's never experienced. she's a friend, a lover, a sister, a part of the family. and how can she give that up? how can she give up graeme, who looks at her as if she were his whole world? no one has ever seen her like he does. and even better, he doesn't expect her to behave a certain way, she doesn't need to be a perfect paragon of society. he likes it when she stands up for what she believes. he sets her free in ways she never thought possible.

my one true highlander lets us see how being together allows graeme and marjorie be themselves, their true selves, without worry about what is expected of them or what society might think. being together might be the first thing either of them has ever done just for themselves. and it's oh so enjoyable to read. and while the duke of dunncraigh and sir hamish paulk are proper villians, the rest of the cast of characters are all so charming, especially connell, graeme's youngest brother.

reading about how graeme and marjorie figure out their way to a happily ever after, you almost regret getting to the end of the story. because spending time in the lion's den with these characters is really just so delightful. i guess it's a good thing when an author leaves you wanting.marjorie forrester never thought she'd be lady marjorie forrester. she was destined to be a paid companion to old ladies, a spinster who lived an unappreciated life, someone who would grow old and live alone. but when her brother unexpectedly inherited a dukedom, everything changed. except that no one in society wanted anything to do with her. they hadn't bothered to look at her when she was a lowly paid companion, but they made a point to not look at her now that she was their social equal. and marjorie wasn't sure which was worse.

oh, but she dreamed of being accepted by society. she wanted to make a life for herself. she wanted someone to care about her, she'd spent her whole life being an afterthought. maybe it was finally time that changed. but changing society's mind about her is going to be hard and humiliating and expensive, so when her brother writes and tells her he is getting married, she decides to escape society for a while and surprise him on his estate in the scottish highlands. except her brother forgot to mention that he'd embroiled himself in a war with the clan chief and that maybe it wasn't the right time to be traipsing about the highlands with nothing more than a paid companion and two coachmen in tow.

graeme maxton is also in the thick of things. his estate borders the duke of lattimer's who has is essentially at war with their clan chief, the duke of dunncraigh. graeme is a mere viscount but he has no interest in being at war with anyone. he just wants his cotters and his family the chance to live and farm in peace. but when his idiot brothers kidnap lattimer's sister, marjorie, he's not just in the thick of it. he's up to his neck in it and there doesn't appear to be a solution that will not involve all out war with someone more powerful than he is.

the only thing going for him is that no one knew marjorie was travelling to lattimer's estate. so no one is actually looking for her, because no one is missing her. when marjorie argues that this is a perfectly good reason to just let her go, graeme refuses. he says it's because he can't trust her, and maybe that is partly the reason. but the other part of it is that something about marjorie appeals to the heathen highlander in him, and now that he has for all intents and purposes kidnapped her, he's not interested in letting her go.

while marjorie is at first very put out by the kidnapping thing, and then the possibility of being forced to marry graeme, she soon finds that she's not so much demanding her release, and more that she wants to stay at the lion's den (graeme's ancestral home). for the first time in her life she's part of a household in a way that she's never experienced. she's a friend, a lover, a sister, a part of the family. and how can she give that up? how can she give up graeme, who looks at her as if she were his whole world? no one has ever seen her like he does. and even better, he doesn't expect her to behave a certain way, she doesn't need to be a perfect paragon of society. he likes it when she stands up for what she believes. he sets her free in ways she never thought possible.

my one true highlander lets us see how being together allows graeme and marjorie be themselves, their true selves, without worry about what is expected of them or what society might think. being together might be the first thing either of them has ever done just for themselves. and it's oh so enjoyable to read. and while the duke of dunncraigh and sir hamish paulk are proper villians, the rest of the cast of characters are all so charming, especially connell, graeme's youngest brother.

reading about how graeme and marjorie figure out their way to a happily ever after, you almost regret getting to the end of the story. because spending time in the lion's den with these characters is really just so delightful. i guess it's a good thing when an author leaves you wanting.

I loved these characters. I had a hard time putting this book down and ended up finishing it in a day.

I loved how Marjorie dealt with the unexpected situations that came her way. Graeme is a hero who is easy to fall in love with. He cares about his family and will do what it takes to protect them. He is a leader with a soft side and although busy, makes time for his family.

Suzanne Enoch writes a well thought out story of the Scottish clans and the antagonism towards the English. The two main characters, Graeme and Marjorie, find themselves thrown together after Graeme’s younger brothers kidnapped Marjorie on her way to her brother’s (Duke of Lattimer) wedding. Graeme’s youngest brother Connell will be a character that I hope Enoch develops in the future. In many ways, he stole the limelight; however, Graeme and his obvious affection for his brothers, was such a delight and I enjoyed his humour and approach to Marjorie. Enoch captures the feel of the countryside and the manner of the people effectively. You can’t help but be taken for the journey.

I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a fun, fantastic and fairly sweet read. Graeme is a likeable hero. You really feel for his circumstances and have to give him his due. He s a great older brother and does his best to take care of the younger rapscallions. I love his little brothers they add that much more humor and cuteness to this story. Marjorie is quite a character. I love her spunk and how she is trying to make her new lot in life conform to her and not the other way around. I wish Graeme was a little more..assertive/arrogant/ alpha. I like my hero's more bloody he was more cuddly which is not a bad thing. All in all this was a cute little read with humor, hijinks and a dash of romance.

One "true" thing about this - it started out pretty good and had some cute moments throughout. Unfortunately, I didn't quite feel the romance between our leads. When they first meet, you just know that sparks are gonna fly, but it doesn't quite get there. I also wish that some of these authors wouldn't have the couples hopping into to bed so soon after they meet! Take a little time to at least give us the pretense that they are falling in love.
I did love Graeme's interaction with his brothers though. The youngest one is a cutie patootie.
Overall, this was just ok for me. The writing is good as usual, but this is not my favorite of her books.

**Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley in exchange of an honest review.**