Branwyn ap Owen knows it's appointed for men "once to die, then the judgment," but his hell is to live again and again until he rights an ancient wrong. Unlike other such souls caught on a karmic wheel, he remembers the past, and he always remembers her. Liza of Carlisle knows nothing of the vow trapping her in Bran's judgment, yet when he walks into her inn, their instant connection is unnerving. She fights the inevitable, knowing instinctively this wanderer could destroy the life she loves. Determined to repair the damage of his first betrayal, Bran uses the knowledge of a thousand years to woo Liza. Yet just as he regains her heart, a fresh betrayal threatens their last hope for love.
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Keena Kincaid has written a masterful historical/paranormal romance in her debut novel, ANAM CARA. In Celtic spirituality, anam cara literally means "soul-friend," signifying the overlap of two people's auras. I've read a number of romances in my day, and one area that impresses me the most is when an author can write a book where I honestly don't know what will happen or how it will come to pass. Kincaid sprinkles subtle details throughout a well-paced plot, so we don't know the characters' next steps any more than they do. She has a talent for drawing the reader into a scene so much that one feels the brutal sun of the draught, hears the melody of the bard's harp strings and feels the roughness of the stone wall. Bran is a strong male character, complete with passion, gentleness and mystery and Liza has the self-possession, confidence and the mission to protect her own that any woman would envy. The dialogue between them and the secondary characters (Bran's brother and Liza's daughter to name two) is impeccable. Kincaid clearly did her research of the terminology and language of the day. A fabulous read! Her next novel, which I can't wait to read, is called ART OF LOVE and takes place in Paris. --Dark Angel Reviews, September 2008
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Anam Cara is a wonderful story richly told by Keena Kincaid. I literally couldn't put my laptop down - and stayed up way too late reading! This is a writer who obviously loves history and romance. The story is terrifically well written, with a rich plot and compelling subplots, and the characters come to life on the page. I kept trying to figure out what was going to happen next and was surprised at every turn. Ms Kincaid is definitely someone who knows her facts - Anum Cara is excellently researched - and I learned more about life in the 1100s than I could have from any text book. She has weaved tradition, history, myth and the paranormal into a wonderful tale of abiding love that stands the test of time. A must read.
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Anam Cara reunites Soul Friends,
By Steph "Author of "The Giving Meadow"" (California) - See all my reviews
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Keena Kincaid weaves a love story that spans the centuries in "Anam Cara." Anam Cara means soul friend, and that's what Bran ap Owen has found in Liza, his soul friend that he's traveled the centuries with. Unfortunately for Bran, no matter what he does to right the wrong that put him on the karmic wheel he's on, Liza's headstrong nature threatens to derail him. Full of angst and longing, Anam Cara tells a mesmerizing tale of soul friends and their journey to find love.
The story begins with Bran having a memory as a Roman soldier and the event that put him on the karmic wheel, his betrayal of Liza. Several centuries later, it is 1161 and Bran is a mistral, traveling with his younger brother, Aedan. They encounter an inn run by Liza. The moment Bran sees Liza, he feels an immediate connection. She's the inn's alekeep and while she accepts the mistrals, she's not fond of them. Bran and Aedan reveal they have roots in Duncarnoch,nearby land, and have the ability to read each other's thoughts. It's something they keep to themselves. Duncarnoch isn't far away from the inn. While at the inn, the local nobleman, Michael Wakefield, attacks Liza's daughter, Tess. Bran and Aedan stop it, but the nobleman has gone to the sheriff seeking retribution for being attacked. The sheriff does his investigation and recommends the case to the Earl of Duncarnoch. The Earl is gone for a bit, so the sheriff allows Liza to stay at the inn with Bran watching over her. Tess and Aedan soon fall in love and she gives her heart to him. They make love in the fields. They don't tell Liza because Liza is very protective of Tess and they worry that she'll hurt Aedan. As Tess and Aedan get closer, Bran is making headway with Liza. Liza soon relaxes around him and the couple becomes lovers. The Earl has returned to Duncarnoch and the sheriff sends for Liza and Bran. Bran is cousin to the Earl's wife, Kathryn, and is well received in Duncarnoch. The Earl hears Liza and Wakefield out. He also "outs" Liza's secret - she's a high born noblewoman. The Earl, Richard, rules on the side of Liza. Wakefield, upset, kidnaps Tess. Aedan goes after Tess and almost dies at Wakefield's hand. The novel engages an interesting concept, karmic love throughout the ages and I read the book interested in how the author would explore the topic. Bran is a very likable character. The reasons for his motivations are fleshed out well. Liza has been so hurt over the ages, she's developed a thick "skin," but eventually warms to Bran. The supporting cast is interesting. The plot is credible and the pace of the novel was just right. Kincaid's love scenes are tasteful and sensual. The author's love of medieval history shines in the story. Bran speaks with an accent throughout the novel. This brings authencity to the character, but I found it hard to read at times, and it did slow me down as I stopped to figure out what he was saying at times. Overall, I found this compelling read. "Anam Cara" proves that love does last forever.
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Stirring Historical Love Story!,
This review is from: Anam Cara (Paperback)
I fully encourage anyone who has a passion for true love; eternal love, to read Keena Kincaid's "Anam Cara". It's a stirring, well written novel.
Having never read this genre, I was initially drawn in by the rich imagery of life in 12th century England, complete with vibrantly colorful characters who are so real, they practically walk off the page and into your mind. Bran is the mystical Pagan Bard who carries a memory from a thousand years ago deep within his soul. Liza is the mysterious alekeep of the 'Knight's End' inn who is suddenly caught up in Bran's mission. Resist though she may, their lives become entwined. Add to this the author's fine use of dialogue and social commentary and the novel becomes a book you will want to read again. And that's exactly what I plan to do. And by the way, as a guy, I would recommend to anyone that this would make an excellent gift for your male partner or friend. Bran is a "man's man" and the action & plot are very satisfying. That it's an endearing romance makes it perfect.
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A Perfect Story,
By P.L. Parker (Idaho) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Anam Cara (Kindle Edition)
He travels as a bard, disguising his real purpose - as a teacher and priest of the old ways. He struggles through the centuries to right a wrong which occurred numerous lives in the past. He finds her soul again and again but never achieves her forgiveness. But perhaps this life will be the one . . . It isn't often I read a book and find it a perfect compliment of romance, adventure, sex and a wonderful ending, but I found it in Anam Cara! Ms. Kincaid writes a gripping tale from the beginning to the very last page. My only criticism was that it ended too soon! If you like history, paranormal and romance all rolled into one, you'll love this story, as I did.
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