Historical Romance
Date Published: June 25, 2014
The past is something he’d sooner forget…
Aaron McNally hates his past. Banished from his home for betrayal, he trades his tartan for a Norwegian title and sword to win back his honor.
She has a warrior’s heart…
It’s difficult for Kara Dalgaard to act like a lady, even when her father demands it. After the handsome Jarl Aaron McNally arrives at her home recruiting for the king’s army, she’s forced to participate in a cruel deception to humiliate him.
Drawn to his strength and passion, she quickly regrets what she’s done. But duty comes before happiness.
Aaron wants a second chance at life—and Kara is everything he’s dreamed of. But the past always has a way of catching up with you. Will Kara trust him or condemn him to a life of loneliness?
My Review:
Five
Copy received from Reading Addiction Blog Tours for an honest review
The minute I saw Blind
Redemption (Blind Series Book 3) by Violetta Rand I jumped at
the chance to read it. This is the third
book in the series but it is easily a standalone. I tend to think that the stories are more
gratifying when they are read together but it wouldn’t make the story less
enjoyable.
The characteristics that I loved about Blind Mercy
were also present in Blind Redemption. I loved the authors ease in unfolding
the story and her writing style. The
story instantly grabbed my attention. I
also really enjoyed the characters. Kara
Dalgaard was a fantastic heroine.
She was strong, determined and admirable. Aaron McNally blew me away! It was hard to believe he was the same Aaron
from Blind Mercy! I loved how the author really showed all sides of him! He
truly was a perfect example of redemption!
The story was also a perfect blend of strength and romance. I
loved that one aspect didn’t overshadow the other! Kara and Aaron were perfect together!
They were a perfect balance but they had just the right amount of tension!
Finally, I loved learning about the Vikings! I really enjoyed seeing how they
showed courage, and loyalty! I have only one regret and that is that I didn’t
read Blind Allegiance first! I highly enjoyed and recommend this fantastic
book! Anyone that likes to read about history, relationships, adventure, and
mystery would love this great story! Is it too much to hope that there will be
a fourth?
Excerpt:
Truly,
he wanted to kiss her pouty lips. His body reacted violently to her.
He tried to convince himself with a sire as shrewd and dominating as
Erik, she’d never really resort to trickery on her own. She only
did as she was commanded. How could anything so sweet willingly
deceive the king’s loyal servant? Rage and lust collided inside
him. Why deprive himself of the opportunity?
“Will you stand
there gawking all night or are you going to say something
intelligent?” she asked.
“Shall
I tell you what you
are?”
He didn’t wait for her to answer, but gripped her by both shoulders
and then slanted his mouth over hers. The kiss awakened a powerful
desire for more of her. Aaron didn’t hesitate before clamping both
hands onto her hips. In turn, she palmed his chest, perhaps
regretting her words. He laughed at her feeble attempt to hold him
back. Inside, he roared as wildly as a beast. Mine.
It translated into a fierce kiss. He forced her lips apart with his
tongue, wetting her bottom lip. Sweet Virgin Mary … his groin
throbbed cruelly. She tasted so goddamned delicious. A prudent man
wouldn’t tempt his enemy’s daughter. Consequences were certain.
She
drew back and slapped his face. “I didn’t give you permission to
kiss me.”
“Did
I misinterpret your smiles in the great hall?” he asked innocently.
“I’ve never been given a more clear invitation.”
She
opened, then closed her mouth. “You’re a fool.” She fisted her
hands. “Stay away from me.”
He
laughed and edged closer. “You speak boldly for a girl only half my
age.” For a moment, Aaron thought he saw a flash of amusement in
her beautiful eyes.
“How
old are you?” She frowned.
“Twenty-six.”
“Thirteen?
You think me a foolish girl of thirteen?” Her chin jutted forward.
He
chuckled. Why were women obsessed with appearing older when they were
younger, and younger when they were older? Pleased to have found a
point of contention, he continued teasing. “Maybe fourteen, but not
a day older.”
“My father told me
what an insolent, blind bastard you are.”
He
reacted without thought, grasping her arm. “Didn’t he teach you
to respect your elders?”
She
thrust her hand on her hip. “My father says respect isn’t given
freely.”
Damn
him to the lower realms of Hel if her eyes didn’t glow as brightly
as the stars. He let her go. “Your sire is wise.”
“I’m
glad you’re honorable enough to acknowledge it,” she said turning
to go. “And don’t ever kiss me again.” She left him standing
alone.
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Violetta Rand
Violetta Rand holds a bachelor's degree in Environmental Policy and a master's degree in Environmental Management. Serving as an environmental scientist in the state of Alaska for over seven years, she enjoys the privilege of traveling to remote places few people have the opportunity to see.
Violetta has been "in love" with writing since childhood. Struck with an entrepreneurial spirit at a young age, at five, she wrote short stories illustrated by her best friend and sold them in her neighborhood. The only thing she loves more than writing is her wonderful relationship with her husband, Jeff. She enjoys outdoor activities, reading whatever she can get her hands on, music, and losing herself in the worlds she enjoys bringing to life in the pages of her stories.
Website: http://violettarandromance.com/
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