A Clan Chief, A Dragon and Evelyn [Paperback]

Aysel Arwen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 30, 2006

Setting – Ireland, 1630---So much killing, such a waste of life! Clan Chief Dylan MacTavish was sick to death of seeing his people decimated one at a time, and thought to sacrifice himself for the good of the clan. The plan he came up with was to kidnap and marry the Butcher’s daughter, Evelyn, even though she was rumored to be as cunning and vicious as her father “Brian the Butcher”. Seeing her for the first time, trussed up, gagged and spitting angry fire from her eyes, Dylan agreed with the rumors that she was a force to be reckoned with, yet uncommonly beautiful, and marry her he would – for the good of his clan! Evelyn was furious! After her Aunt Mary had died, she had trekked through the forest anxious to arrive at the castle, said to be the home of her father, Brian Roche, a man she’d never met. She was just about to end her cold journey when she was grabbed from behind, bound, gagged, rolled up in a dirty rug, and carried off. To hear her captors talk, they knew all about her which was confusing since she’d just found out herself that brian Roche was her father. Her Aunt Mary had given her the impression that he didn’t know she existed. Now, here she was about to be married to a giant of a man (albeit a very handsome giant) who she’d just met! Well, she wasn’t about to go down without a fight! Soon, Evelyn would find the real fight would be to save the husband she’d come to love!

Editorial Reviews

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Aysel Arwen bases her story around two wonderful characters that create an innovative tale filled with intrigue and romance. -- Anita, The Romance Studio

Aysel Arwen’s latest romantic adventure was a delight; from the very first page to the last! -- Marilyn Rondeau, The Best Reviews

Ms. Arwen did a fantastic job weaving a wonderful tale. I will definitely be looking for more of her work. -- Teresa, Mystic Castle/Pink Heart Reviews

Ms. Arwen gets better and better with each of her efforts. Her latest is romantic, humorous, and entertaining! -- Kristi Ahlers, The Best Reviews

She generates an astonishing story that leaves a booming impact. -- Cherokee
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From the Author

Over the past twelve months, my readers have been shipwrecked with a dark and delicious pirate (A PIRATE, A SECRET AND ROSE)...they’ve traveled back in time and experienced a sexy seduction by an Ancient Egyptian pharaoh (A PHARAOH, A SPELL AND JADE)...and then, for the hopeless romantic in all of us, we celebrated February 14th by laughing and learning about the new definition of ROMANCE (ROMANCING THE STARS).

My next romantic suspense novel A CLAN CHIEF, A DRAGON AND EVELYN is now out and just wait until you meet Dylan, High Chief of the McTavish Clan...he’s guaranteed to bring an early spring thaw! Wishing You Great Romance, Aysel

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Product Details

• Paperback: 229 pages
• Publisher: Capri Publishing (April 30, 2006)
• ISBN-10: 0976913267
• ISBN-13: 978-0976913269
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,307,425 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Story - A Must Read, April 19, 2006

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Karen Dryden (Toronto, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Clan Chief, A Dragon and Evelyn (Paperback)

This heartwarming story of revenge, redemption and love touches your heart and leaves you wanting more of these delightful characters.
Chan-Chief Dylan McTavish kidnaps his enemy's daughter in order to stop further bloodshed between the two warring clans.
Evelyn Roche's world has been turned upside down. Her aunt has died, she must find the father she never knew and now the handsome, yet distant Dylan McTavish has kidnapped her and is holding her captive. Evelyn is determined to fit into her new clan, even though the members don't accept her.
Can these two people stop the bloodshed, resolve the hatred between the clans and find the love they are destined to share?
Aysel Arwen is a gifted author who has written an intriguing story with vibrant characters dealing with realities we all face; forgiveness, respect and love. A Clan-Chief, a Dragon & Evelyn is a brilliant story and a must read for romance lovers.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Yet another engaging tale with extraordinary characters that will stay with you long after you put the book down!, August 20, 2006

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Meagan Hatfield (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Clan Chief, A Dragon and Evelyn (Paperback)

After reading Miss Arwen's, A Pharaoh, A Spell and Jade, I eagerly picked up this previous effort. I'm happy to say I wasn't disappointed. This author's lyrical prose, vivid imagery and attention to detail had me immersed in a thrilling world of adventure, betrayal, danger and love.

Clan Chief, Dylan McTavish, is a man at the end of his rope. His people are suffering needlessly at the hands of a man they call Brian the Butcher. Seeing no other alternative, he hatches a plan to kidnap and wed his arch enemy's daughter. Dylan is certain he's doomed himself to be wedded to a woman as much a monster as her father, but believes it is the right thing to do to save his people. Yet when his men bring the lass, bound and gagged before him, he can't help but be taken by her beauty. How can one born of evil be so fair, seem so innocent?

To say Evenly Roche is having a bad week is putting it mildly. The only mother she's known, Aunt Mary, passed from a sickness, leaving Evelyn with nothing saves for the name of the father she'd never met. When her bone weary journey to meet up with this Brian Roche finally seems at an end, she's kidnapped and forced to wed an irritable Scotsman, who accuses her of horrid atrocities against his people. Understandably her new husband's clan is anything but welcoming and no one seems to believe she's not a fiend. Still, Evelyn finds it in her heart to come to love her handsome husband and his clan. However nothing will deter her from her quest to find her true family. Will the secrets Evelyn uncovers about her identity help mend the hate between the feuding clans and heal her husband's heart? Or will they tear them even further apart?

I have to say, Miss Arwen is one clever and inventive storyteller. This was a rich and enjoyable read that had me hooked from page one. Dylan is a true Alpha male and Evelyn a nicely rounded and strong heroine. It was pure joy to watch these two compelling characters love for one another develop and unfurl. In addition, some of the secondary characters were so well written and engaging, I hope to see a couple of them in future books. I highly recommend that you pick up this and other works from Miss Arwen. You'll be in for a wonderful treat!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Magical Story!, May 26, 2006

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Kristi Ahlers (Illinois) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Clan Chief, A Dragon and Evelyn (Paperback)

Ms. Arwen gets better and better with each of her efforts. Her latest is romantic, humorous, and entertaining!

Dylan McTavish is tired of seeing his people coming to such sad end and decides that he will sacrifice himself for the good of his people. He decides to kidnap and marry the daughter of Brian the Butcher...her name is Evelyn and she is thought to be just as her father is. Cunning and vicious. When he lays eyes on her for the first time he can't ignore the fact that the trussed and gagged woman is a true beauty. It won't be that much of a hardship to marry such a lass.

Evelyn has been seeking her father Brian Roche and her journey has been long, taking her through a forest. Cold and tired and almost at her journeys end when from out of nowhere she is captured, gagged and bound and then further insult she is rolled into a filthy carpet only to be carted off so she can be married to a man! Well, the groom to be is handsome...but this is not what she had planned for herself. If this man wants to marry her...well, he's going to have to fight to get what he wants. And Evelyn may just find something she wants herself...the love of her husband.

Ms. Arwen's latest effort is incredibly crafted story with equally matched characters. Her make believe world was a pleasure to visit. She has managed to balance humor, romance, and suspense in this entertaining read. I eagerly look forward to reading this talented author in the future. Ms. Arwen is a writer I have no trouble recommending!