A Good Adventure with a Disappointing Romance Finale:
This was a good solid adventure story that had so much promise for a wonderful romance, but it certainly fell flat for me
The buildup of the characters magnetic relationship was so promising, and their everlasting romance could have been outstanding but to finally get to the marriage love scene that could have been wonderous was executed with a lack of feelings, no passion, no heat, a terrible intimacy scene and ever so disappointing for this unhappy reader.
This could have been a 5-star book if the author had brought in a bit of desirous sizzle. It feels like the book was written for a teenager.
The mystical parts of the adventure along with the villains made this an interesting read.
📖Book Grade for Adventure parts: A
🛏️ Grade for marriage bed scene fell flat and so did the groom😴 D-
📣Special Mention: The big dogs💖added a special treat to the story.
🧙‍♀️ I wish I could give the book 3 1/2 ⭐'s
🙋‍♀️I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy for my honest thoughts and opinion

"The Forest Bride" by Susan King is the second installment in The Highland Secrets Series, but I found it captivating as a standalone read. This series revolves around sisters, with this particular book focusing on Margret's journey.

Lady Margaret Keith faces a perilous situation when her escort group is attacked. Determined to rescue the Scottish king's daughter and retrieve a stolen seeing stone, she seizes an opportunity during an archery contest. Disguised as a boy, she inadvertently injures a lord, escapes into the forest, and is apprehended by the local justice – a man who broke her heart years ago. As they reunite under his custody, their romance is reignited.

This novel mixes historical romance, peril, and faery enchantment unfolding against the rugged Scottish Highlands. Join Lady Margaret on her adventurous and risky path, delving into a narrative of love, loyalty, and redemption with magic sprinkled in.

Thank you to Susan King, Dragonblade Publishing and NetGalley for allowing me to enjoy the advance copy of "The Forest Bride" by Susan King. Scheduled for publication on August 1st, 2024.

The Forest Bride was such a fabulous read omg. I rated it 4 stars because I really loved the plot, the characters were so immaculate and interesting. Loved!

This is. great historical fiction story set among the Highlanders. I loved the story of Margaret and Duncan, and rooted for them all the way. The plot had lots of action, deceit, loyalty , and of course romance. Any fans of this genre will thoroughly love this book.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.