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Highly recommend, February 2, 2001
Fans of LOVE FROM THE ASHES and BEST BUDDIES will recognize Denise Agnew's rich voice in her latest novel, BRIDGES THROUGH THE MIST. In this novel, Agnew's characteristic spirit and passion shine through with intense clarity and ingenuity, providing a captivating read.
On the day before her wedding, Alenna Carstairs found her fiancé in bed with another woman. When she threw a hissy fit back at the law office where they both work, she was fired. Alenna had nothing left to lose, so she left America behind for a once in a lifetime opportunity at an archeological dig at a dark Scottish castle with a lurid past. As she scrapes away dirt, Alenna unexpectedly discovers a lovely garnet ring. She places it on her finger, returns to digging, and moments later she realizes that her surroundings have radically changed. A horse and knight loom out of the mist and nearly trample her.
Thrust into the fourteenth century, Alenna confronts the societal restrictions enforced by the time. Her independent, outspoken nature refuses to yield as demanded, gaining her the attention of the knight, Tylan of MacBrahin. A sexy, powerful man, she feels unaccountably attracted to him, almost as if they have known one another before. Indeed, feelings of deja vu that began at the archeological dig quickly confirm a world she has somehow known before, right down to the appropriate moment to curtsey to the castle owner's Baron.
Unfortunately, the very spirit that attracts Tylan also attracts the attention of the Baron, a man capable of unspeakable evil. Tylan finds himself irrepressibly drawn to Alenna, both by feelings he's kept long hidden, and determination to protect her from danger she doesn't understand. Nevertheless, he desperately tries to resist his feelings, as he has vowed never to become involved with another woman, believing he is cursed after what happened to the last two women in his life.
Lovers of time travel romance will delight in BRIDGES THROUGH THE MIST. Agnew has a remarkable ability for story telling, making the reader a participant in the story. She doesn't shy away from the taboo; yet she presents shocking events with grace and insight, creating a believable, beguiling tale of romance.
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A Book for All Lovers of Historical Romance, February 12, 2000
I will think of this book the next time I find a ring lying on the ground! Like a genie, if I could rub the ring and be transported into the arms of a man like Tynan of MacBrahin, I'd barely notice the culture shock and likely wouldn't care.
This is a wonderful historical that is thoughtfully written in a clear and riveting style that pits today's woman with yesterday's hero of legends we all dream about. What manner of man in ancient history would not be embarrassed by a mere lass saving his life? It's supposed to work the other way around.
The book is a must read, with the characters containing a subtle underlying humor that can't fail to intrigue you. I highly recommend this book. -Lee Emory
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Highly Recommended, May 7, 2011
I usually do not like historical novels but this was just a fantastic read. A marvelous story with time travel taken to a different level. The chemistry between Alenna and Tynan was just electrifying with a ending I did not suspect. A definite must buy!!!!!!!!!!!
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