Highland Warrior

Clan Campbell, Book 1

By: Monica McCarty

Narrated by: Roger Hampton

The ruthless enforcer of Scotland's most powerful clan, Jamie Campbell will use any means necessary to vanquish lawlessness and unrest among the feuding Highland clans. Seduction is a game as easily played as subterfuge, but when Jamie poses as a suitor to a rival clan's daughter in order to expose treason, the line between duty and pleasure is suddenly blurred. Ebony-haired, ruby-lipped Caitrina Lamont defies him, denies him, and arouses him like no other woman. Caitrina has no intention of forsaking her beloved father and doting brothers for a husband-especially a hated Campbell. But Jamie's raw, sensual strength and searing kiss melt her resistance. When her idyllic world is shattered, Caitrina's only hope to save her clan lies in the arms of Jamie Campbell, the enemy she holds accountable for its ruin. Can their tenuous truce, born in the velvet darkness of passionate nights, forge a love as strong as the sword that rules the Highlands?

©2009 Monica McCarty (P)2012 Tantor

Critic reviews

"Sexy, full of action, and realistically violent, this story of 17th-century Scotland touches on issues of family loyalty and duty and expertly kicks off McCarty's back-to-back Clan Campbell trilogy." ( Library Journal)

Very Enjoyable

Would you consider the audio edition of Highland Warrior to be better than the print version?

Did not read it in print.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Highland Warrior?

The whole book was memorable, however, the scene when Katrina is unconscious and a Campbell warrior is about to rape her, I was so happy when she was saved by Jamie. I appreciated the fact that early on Jamie told Katrina that she could not get in the way of his duty. Jamie had strong principles and Katrina kept trying to change him. I was happy that he stood firm, even when it came to Katrina's brother. In the end Jamie even gave him a choice. He truly was a fair man.

What does Roger Hampton bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

You could actually see the scenes and the characters. He was great. I will listen to more narrations by him. I loved the use of his voice for Jamie (the strength in the voice) and how in the story that deep voice is commented on.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I had an extreme reaction to Jamie. He represented a strong man, one you could lean on and always feel safe. Jamie and Kartrina had a strong sexual attraction to each other. Jamie wanted her so much and he wanted those feelings returned, but he gave her a choice to stay or go. Katrina had to learn how special her man was.

Any additional comments?

From the very beginning the sparks flew between Katrina and Jamie. Katrina was spoiled and early on in the story Jamie tells her this. Jamie let's her know how she was blind to so many things and she needed to open her eyes and grow up. I understood Katrina's battle with trust issues and of course Jamie was a Campbell. When you are raised to have a hatred for someone or something and you are isolated by your own town or Keep, it can be hard to change your views, that's all you know.

This book was so enjoyable and I will listen to the next one in the series.

Yum! Katrina chose well!

Would you consider the audio edition of Highland Warrior to be better than the print version?

For sure! Narrator was great!

What other book might you compare Highland Warrior to and why?

Hard to compare, because it was so good! I wish I could be guaranteed a read (listen) this good every time!!

Have you listened to any of Roger Hampton???s other performances before? How does this one compare?

He's always good...but the excellent story and characters make it all come together!

Any additional comments?

Best use of a credit, ever!

Really nice listen!!

It was nicely put together. Kept me interested. Loved the two leads in the story. Great voice, could listen all day and night!!!

Romance, Seduction, Hot, love a kilt!!

McCarty builds two complex, lovable, frustrating characters with Jamie Campbell and Catrionia Lamont. Love scenes are HOT without violence. The Campbell’s Trilogy is one of her best!

ok

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

the story it self was good, but it want on and on in some places. i think it would better to just read it.

Would you recommend Highland Warrior to your friends? Why or why not?

in book form yes

Did Roger Hampton do a good job differentiating all the characters? How?

it was ok

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

no