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Kiss of the Highlander (Highlander Series)

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Seriously, this was a fast paced sexy, romantic, and funny read. The characters were great, and if I could find a way to time travel back to find a brawny, sexy highlander of my own I'd pack my bags now!!!

Gwen is ready for a change. She's still a virgin, on a tour of Scotland with a group of retired old people, and not a strong handsome "cherry picker" in sight. Ok so she goes on a hike and falls in on one. What she is not aware of is the fact that her highlander has been sleeping for over 500 years and is not prepared for present day anything! But that doesn't stop him from driving Gwen insane with his funny talk, and kissing her senseless!

Drustan MacKeltar has been taking a long rest (500 years worth of long) and is thrilled when he awakens to having a wee lass sitting directly over his groin looking at his sock???? Whatis a sock? Really he has more important things to do like getting back to his own century then kissing his wee lass senseless, or trying to figure out what she is saying. She certainly is not speaking any English that he's ever heard!

Together they get Drustan back to his home or where his home should be only to find out it didn't survive, and now they have to go back in time. Problem is Gwen still thinks her cherry picker is insane (time travel... oh yeah, right all the time!)so she dumbfounded when she arrives naked, no longer a virgin (I'm not going to give that part away) and wet in Scotland 500 years earlier. Problem is the new Drustan does not know who Gwen is and has serious doubts about her sanity. One thing he can't get over is how much he wants to kiss her!

Of course there is more to the book then this. I've just given you a small taste. Trust me you won't be able to put this one down. Laughs aplenty and steamy hot chemistry and romance. Ms. Moning has become an author I'll pick up simply because her name is on the book!

Karen Marie Moning wrote a great book that is magical, humorous, sensual, and romantic to boot.
"Kiss of the Highlander." Generally I am not a fan of either Time Travel books or of books about the Highlands but I couldn't find anything else that looked interesting and thought `what the hey, I'll take a chance', and I wasn't disappointed.
Gwen Cassidy and Drustan MacKeltar are both engaging and vulnerable without being whiney or arrogant. And Ms. Moning found a great way to inject tension into the plot, the whole time travel -- do we believe each other thing -- without having to make either of her main characters behave as jerks. When one or the other is suspicious of the other character it is for good reason rather than some terminal character flaw like extreme jealousy, insecurity or just plain stupidity.
It was a great book that I devoured in one sitting and I look forward to reading all of her "Highland" books in the near future.

This is a not-to-be-missed book by Karen Moning who has, in the past, written time travel books that just don't have the sparkle of Kiss of the Highlander. In fact, I almost passed this one by based on the three previous books of hers I read. This is the 21st Century's answer to A Knight in Shining Armor and will satisfy all of us who have longed for a time travel story to match KISA. Both Gwen and Druston are strong as leading characters. Neither overwhelms the other, though Druston tries to overwhelm Gwen on practically every page and their dialogue simply sparkles. There's enough humor and heartache to satisfy every reader. The setting is very romantic and the time travel and "magical/mystical" elements adds to the intensity of the love story. The ending was surprising as I was expecting an ending similar to a Knight in Shining Armor; this was so much better! If I could think of one negative thing to say about this book, I would. But I just can't!

The writer gives us a different twist on the Sleeping Beauty story, with the virginal though nicotine impaired heroine from our times actually falling through a rabbit hole into a real Adventure in Wonderland. Events conspire to span centuries of time for the gigantic and wickedly handsome god in a kilt to meet the beautifully petite, smart, lonely and misunderstood Gwen. Misunderstandings abound as the duo determine how to fix the future and the past, and the chemistry actually jumps off the pages as the pressure builds. Lusty (to say the very LEAST) but also cleverly written, excellent characterization and a wonderful sense of setting all come together for an excellent escape from reality.

My only disappointment? The rather ginghamy looking "plaid" on the cover - obviously the cover art was not as well researched as the book.

Gwen Cassidy wanted to change her life and experience the ecstasy of desire and so she books a vacation to Scotland. But things were looking bleak: all her travel mates were senior citizens and just when she thought it couldn't get any worse, she falls through a crevice right onto a body. Not just any body, mind you, but a 6½ foot Highlander in all his glorious condition. Trouble is, he's been asleep for 500 years.

Drustan MacKeltar, a old-school Druid, had been put under a spell, asleep until awakened by his savior: a unlikely, wee lass whose spunkiness more than made up for her lack of height. The two of them embark on an odyssey through the 20th century as Gwen helps Drustan return to his family home in the hopes of returning to his own time. Along the way, Drustan gets a quick lesson in future history, current fashion trends and the way of modern women. Gwen learns what it was she wanted in a man and eventually the desire and love she so craved.

They stand within the circle of magic stones and Drustan prepares to go back in time only to have something go wrong with his calculations. Within moments, Gwen finds herself in 1518 Scotland with her Highland laird. Except he has no memory of her and they find themselves pitted against a nameless enemy bent on destroying them both.

This is the first book I've read by this author, but it won't be the last. Ms Moning's flair for creating likeable and sympathetic characters, snappy banter between the characters and detailed research (as noted in the list of source books used for research) all come together to form a delightful story that will stay with the reader long after the book is finished.

My husband picked this book up for me while I was sick. I normally hate time travel romances, but because I was so bored from being sick for a week and my husband bought it for me I read it. I started the book and couldn't put it down. I read it straight through from beginning to end, the story captured me that well. Now I can't wait for "Dark Highlander" to come out so that I can read the continuation of Drustan & Gwen MacKeltar's story. Along with hopefully some more information on Drustan's twin, Dageus. Unfortunately it does not come out until fall of 2002, but I will still be able to enjoy Karen Marie Moning's work as my husband made me buy her other three books for my birthday.
I will never ignore the delights that can be found in time travel romances again.

This is book 4 in a line of 7 books that are loosely connected. KMM's books are typically light reads. You can polish one off in a few hours. Sexy, funny, adventurous... Good enough to keep you reading, but not anything that will haunt your thoughts. However, every single book, thus far, is so similar I'm not sure if I can stand it. Part of the draw is the romance, Scottish laird, etc. but goodness, there has to be more to it. Every single man is dark haired, over 6 and a half feet tall, a Scottish laird and warrior and has some major issues. Every woman in petite, blond, blue eyed and a virgin. Every book ends with babies. Every single book (maybe 5-7 are different). A small bit of variety would be great. Overall, the first few are good, but it starts getting really boring by book 4 because every character is the same as in the previous book.

This was the first book I've read by this author - I really enjoyed it. The main character, Gwen, is a strong female full of sass - she has no problem dealing with Druids, time travel, and a very sexy Scot. The issue of time travel was very well done - with a nice twist thrown in here and there (i.e. not the usual reincarnation plot). If you're looking for a quick read with some steamy sex and laughter, you'll enjoy this book. Be sure to check out the story about Durstan's brother - The Dark Highlander. I'm half-way through it now and it is just as good as the first story.

If books can be fattening, then Moning's morsel is jam packed with tempting calories in the form of delectable words. I loved the previous 3 books in the series, but this one I adored. It had everything I could possibly look for in a romance novel ... a gorgeous sexy, dominant yet sensitive hero -- a pretty yet intelligent, sassy and brave heroine --sizzling chemistry between the two which leads to page-melting lusty sex -- lots of humor -- endearing secondary characters who I was genuinely interested in -- a great plot with lots of unpredictable twists and turns along with a surprise ending
-- and magic that weaved an enchanting spell around me. Gwen and Drustan's story of enduring love is sure to keep the reader glued to the pages well into the wee hours of the morning. I just finished the book and am writing this review at 2:30 am. Proof enough! Thank's for the great read, Karen ... I can't wait for Daegus' story!

Karen Marie Moning has done it again! Karen is at the TOP of the List for time-travel romantic writers right beside Lynn Kurland and the few other wonderful writers who create wonderful love stories with the weaving of time.

I was waiting with much anticipation for her 4th book called the "Kiss of the Highlander" and I was not disappointed. Once again I purchased her book on a Saturday and could not put it down till I was finished. And what a great story of "love will conquer all." Now I am in dire need for her next one called "Dark Highlander", but will have to wait another year. Absolutely the best....a MUST read for you will not be disappointed.