Devil in a Kilt (Mass Market Paperback)

~ (Author) "'t is said he's merciless, the devil's own spawn.""..." (more)
Key Phrases: old seneschal, black stag, former bedchamber, Sir Marmaduke, Eilean Creag, Sir Duncan (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Couldn't put down. Loved your characters, internal dialogue, plotting. Thank you for sharing your vivid imagination and talent with me." -- Sandy Blair, Author, upon the 2001 release of DEVIL IN A KILT

An eminently sexy hero. A totally engrossing plot. One of the best debuts this year. -- Romance Reviews Today -- Sondrea Cash

An engaging read, very fast-paced, with fascinating characters and interesting plot twists. A keeper. -- L. Mikulski, Writers Club Romance Group on AOL, July 2001

Elusive mystery and smouldering romance make DEVIL IN A KILT the perfect read. -- The Romance Reader's Connection -- Jennifer Russell

Marvelous writer. A warm, loving tale. Welfonder's love of Scotland is clear in her words. Do NOT miss this one. -- DeborahAnne MacGillivray, RIO, Reviewers Organization International, The Best Reviews

Winner of RT's Reviewers' Choice Award for Best First Historical Romance of 2001 !! -- Romantic Times Magazine

Product Description

Honorable Mention for The Historical Romance Club's Favorite Historical Romance of the Year for 2003!

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: Forever (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446610259
• ISBN-13: 978-0446610254
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 3.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #72,255 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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44 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Welfonder's series, 4.5, June 29, 2005

By	Amanda "([e-mail])" (Florida) - See all my reviews

I really enjoyed getting lost in all of Welfonder's stories in this series. Her characters are Dynamic and will definitely stay with you. Different plots drive all of the stories and there were some extremely memorable scenes. I can't wait till her next one.

A couple of things were annoying though. For one thing, these hero's thoughts don't stray far from their "Phallus." Which did make for frequent sexual situations, thus one of the reasons we all love the genre, so I'm not so sure I'm complaining. And secondly, I started to "skim" parts of the book (which I NEVER do). It's just that I found myself frequently at points where, for instance, the heroine will say something and then it's 12 paragraphs of anything the hero could possibly be thinking or feeling till he responds to her. Or five paragraphs in the middle of the conversation to describe how the shutters are rattling against the windows! And unfortunately, I'm not exaggerating.

Having said that, I will still buy and devour anything and everything by this author. And would definitely recommend this series to be enjoyed mostly if read in order. Her first book is 1) Devil in a Kilt, then read 2) Bride of the Beast, then 3) Only for a Knight. And The MacLean Trilogy order is: 1) Knight in My Bed, 2) Master of the Highlands, and then 3) Wedding for a Knight.

So you know where my tastes lie: For the absolute best in Highland romance I would recommend Julie Garwood's "The Bride," "The Wedding," "The Secret," "Ransom," and "Saving Grace." Karen Marie Moning, and Marsha Canham. For Medieval: Garwood's "The Prize," "Honor's Splendor," & "Gentle Warrior." Also Amanda Quick's "Mystique," "Desire," & anything by Kinley Macgregor a.k.a. Sherrilyn Kenyon.

21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A good ole fashioned Scottish romance..., February 22, 2002

By	K. Melissa Galyon "melreads" (Rockwall, Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Sue-Ellen Welfonder's first novel, *Devil in a Kilt*, is definitely a treat for fans of historical romance, particularly those set in Scotland. The book has a fast pace, with lots of romance, danger, and suspense. I don't read a lot of romance novels these days, but this was a great one to reacquaint myself with the genre.

Linnet MacDonnell is coerced by her father into marrying Duncan MacKenzie, the Black Stag, as he is called by his enemies (Duncan is great friends with Robert the Bruce). Duncan chose to wed Linnet sight-unseen based on her 'plain' looks and sixth sense. Duncan's alleged son, Robbie, may be the child of his wife and dispicable half-brother, and he wants Linnet to find out once and for all, the truth. Once he actually lays eyes on her, however, he finds himself in the midst of an uncontrollable lust for Linnet, a naive woman in her own right.

The novel spins a tale of back and forth love between the two main characters and Duncan's multiple run-ins with Kenneth. Readers will be expecting the storybook ending, but it's still a fun ride. *Devil in a Kilt* is one of those novels you read when you're in the mood for comfort food (and books). Enjoy!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A page turner that will have you coming back for more!, February 10, 2004

By	sylvia stanczyk (Erie, Pa) - See all my reviews

Setting her quill to parchment, Ms. Welfonder has chosen to relate a tale straight from the Highlands of Scotland...Duncan Mackenzie known as the Black Stag... is a father who fears to love fully....Robbie an innocent child who is caught in a web of suspected parental infidelity and Linnet MacDonnell... who's powers of second sight may solve the myustery.

Duncan wants to belive that Robbie is His son... and sends for Linnet.. hoping she will use her gift to find out the truth. But upon seeing the child... she has second thoughts about going through with it... Robbie's future depends on her answer...will the truth release Duncan from the chains of doubt or forever bind him in a prison of his own making???

Her rousing call to battle scene in the Great Hall with Duncan on the trestle table had me ready to grab a broom and soup ladle from the scullery and join the Mackenzies on the castle walls.

She's created a wondrous tale and draw the reader back to the wild Scottish Highlands where love, adventure and suspense keep you on your bench waiting for her to continue her story.

Keep your eye on Ms Welfonder and save a place on your keeper shelf for all of her upcoming books.