The Saint

A Highland Guard Novel, Book 5

By: Monica McCarty

Narrated by: Antony Ferguson

Magnus MacKay is the ultimate Highlander: Tough, proud, able to master any terrain, and to best his enemies. Called "the Saint" for his refusal to discuss women, as well as for his cool and steady leadership, Magnus hides a painful truth. It isn't virtue or piety that keeps him silent, but a wound of love and loss that cuts so deep he cannot bear to speak of it. But when the woman who refused him is betrothed to his friend and fellow Guardsman, Magnus is tested by love's battle cry.

A wild and innocent beauty, Helen chose family duty over her desire for Magnus. Now the anger in his eyes mirrors the tormented regret in her heart. But as deadly subterfuge stalks the King and his Guard, Helen vows to right her youthful mistakes with a woman's determined spirit. Still, Magnus harbors secrets and an iron will not to weaken to temptation - or heartache - again. But as danger looms, it's the kiss not of a saint, but of a sinner, that can save them.

©2012 Monica McCarty (P)2013 Tantor

Critic reviews

"McCarty is a powerhouse storyteller, and this multilayered, intense novel proves it." ( RT Book Reviews)

Like a Shakespearan tragedy almost

I love Monica McCarthy. The mix of true historical facts with some minor name changes and twists, makes reading the books interesting and enjoyable. I love Scottish History especially the First War of Independence for Scotland. Robert the Bruce is a fascinating person in history and his story is one for the ages. Her introduction to a Highland Guard that acts like one of the first special forces is so entertaining. It is so believable that it makes me want to go back in time to see for myself. War Names Saint and Angel. this is one of the sadest stories, no spoilers, but a lot happens in this book. Bruce survives assassins and sickness and continues to unite the country to wage war against England. saint and angel were in love since children, but the 2 families are feuding, so the love can never be. now the country war torn, their paths cross again and this time love will prevail.

Saint gets his Angel.

Sad beginning. Two friends , almost like brothers and a woman.only one outcome. I was disappointed with it but it goes with the storyline. This was my least favorite audiobook mostly because i had hoped a different outcome for one of the characters. The story becomes more exciting midway. Anthony Ferguson love your narration. Hats off to the wonderful author.

Each book of the Highland Guard is my favorite

What did you love best about The Saint?

I read the comments of other readers. I have to disagree! I LOVED this one! Romance is alive and well. Action! Passion! History! A must read!!!!

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Saint?

When Helen went to Magnus' bedroom and climbed into his bed naked! She wanted Magnus to make love to her.

Which character – as performed by Antony Ferguson – was your favorite?

ALL OF THEM!

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

What made me want to cry was the love both Magnus and Helen had for each other. How hard it was to except love. When Magnus was waiting for Joanna.

Any additional comments?

Must read!

FAVORITE COUPLE AND BOOK IN SERIES!

I absolutely loved the love story between Magnus and Helen!

This one *really* brought Robert the Bruce to life. Out of all of the Highland Guard, “the Bruce” develops a fondness for Helen, who saved him more times than the guard in this one, has him refereeing and darn near matchmaking the two as Magnus fights his strong LOVE and sexual attraction to his childhood friend and bestfriend’s widow after he is personally assigned to protect the king which brings him in daily proximity to the one person that is driving him mad with desire.

This story is filled with just the right amount of sexual angst, action, humor, suspense and mystery too. I guarantee you will circle blocks and sit in parking lots finishing chapters!

The love story between Magnus and Helen
created a “Saint and Angel” fan in me!

Antony Ferguson is an awesome narrator! Frankly, Robert McNab ruined the other stories for me. He voice sounds much older and stuffier than the *hot* rough, warrior characters of the Scottish highland guards in my opinion.

very good

loved this couple. I wondered how it would work out and while saddened by the path the had to Initially travel. I was happy with the outcome.