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Beyond the Highland Mist (Highlander, Book 1) [Mass Market Paperback]

Karen Marie Moning (Author)
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Book Description

Release date: March 9, 1999
He would sell his warrior soul to possess her. . . .

An alluring laird...

He was known throughout the kingdom as Hawk, legendary predator of the battlefield and the boudoir. No woman could refuse his touch, but no woman ever stirred his heart—until a vengeful fairy tumbled Adrienne de Simone out of modern-day Seattle and into medieval Scotland. Captive in a century not her own, entirely too bold, too outspoken, she was an irresistible challenge to the sixteenth-century rogue. Coerced into a marriage with Hawk, Adrienne vowed to keep him at arm's length—but his sweet seduction played havoc with her resolve.

A prisoner in time...

She had a perfect "no" on her perfect lips for the notorious laird, but Hawk swore she would whisper his name with desire, begging for the passion he longed to ignite within her. Not even the barriers of time and space would keep him from winning her love. Despite her uncertainty about following the promptings of her own passionate heart, Adrienne's reservations were no match for Hawk's determination to keep her by his side. . . .

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Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Moning offers the promise of a terrific plotline in her debut romance: a troubled young woman, Adrienne is transported from the 20th century to 16th-century Scotland by an evil jester to take revenge on a Scottish laird. The author has the right characters: there's the heroine who doesn't trust beautiful men and a handsome hero cursed to love a woman who will not return his love. Add gypsies and Scottish mysticism, against the backdrop of the stark beauty of the Highlands, and you've got an intriguing story. The lovers endure quite a bit of torment in order to find happiness, a downer that even Moning's doses of humor can't always leaven. Unfortunately, Moning doesn't fully deliver: she too often relies on transparent plot devices, and while her falconry imagery is both poignant and sensual, it will remind readers of Elizabeth Lowell's Untamed.
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He would sell his warrior soul to possess her....

An alluring laird...

He was known throughout the kingdom as Hawk, legendary predator of the battlefield and the boudoir.No woman could refuse his touch, but no woman ever stirred his heart--until a vengeful fairy tumbled Adrienne de Simone out of modern-day Seattle and into medieval Scotland.Captive in a century not her own, entirely too bold, too outspoken, she was an irresistible challenge to the sixteenth-century rogue.Coerced into a marriage with Hawk, Adrienne vowed to keep him at arm's length--but his sweet seduction played havoc with her resolve.

A prisoner in time...

She had a perfect "no" on her perfect lips for the notorious laird, but Hawk swore she would whisper his name with desire, begging for the passion he longed to ignite within her.Not even the barriers of time and space would keep him from winning her love.Despite her uncertainty about following the promptings of her own passionate heart, Adrienne's reservations were no match for Hawk's determination to keep her by his side. . . .

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Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Dell; Reissue edition (March 9, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0440234808
  • ISBN-13: 978-0440234807
  • Product Dimensions: 1.1 x 4.1 x 6.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (328 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #80,823 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Karen Marie Moning
Karen Marie Moning is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of thirteen novels, including the urban fantasy Fever Series and the Rita-award winning Highlander series. Her novels have been translated into twenty-four languages. She's currently working on a spin-off series set in the Fever world and a graphic novel featuring MacKayla Lane. Visit her at www.karenmoning.com

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#56 in Books > Romance > Historical
#84 in Books > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Fantasy
#88 in Kindle eBooks > Fantasy
#97 in Kindle eBooks > Romance > Historical Romance
#50 in Books > Romance > Paranormal
#56 in Books > Romance > Historical
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100 of 106 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a book for lovers of romance! June 12, 1999
By A Customer
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Karen Moning with Beyond the Highland Mist brings a romance novel back to Romance. I loved this book. The kind of novel romance readers thrive on. A book to curl up with and takes you away from the everyday. The characters were well developed, the struggle between the hero and heroine compelling and the added touch of fantasy makes Beyond the Highland Mist a story you can dream on. I found BTHM witty, funny and touching. Hawk is an example of the true alpha-male, so handsome, strong and masculine in every way, but with a past that makes him vulnerable. Adrienne is not only beautiful but strong and independent. Badly hurt in the present she finds it hard to trust in the past. The catalyst for conflict is an amazing character called Adam Black, beautiful but sinister. This book has it all. Fantasy, fun and drama. Karen Moning has created with words a mind painting of romance of old. This is her first book and I for one am eagerly looking forward to her next book. I read approximately 300 romances a year and this one is a keeper.
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136 of 148 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Good But Slightly Disappointed January 27, 2000
By Tina
Format:Mass Market Paperback
The book was well-written and started out with great sexual tension and humor. The major problem I had with this book is the same one I've had with quite a few books I've read lately: they start great, end great, but the entire huge middle portion is filled with exasperation and poor attempts at trying to stretch out the inevitable sex scene with too many scenes where the heroine begins to "think clearly" at the last minute.

The heroine also takes her weariness of trusting a man too far, to the point where she was hurtful and insulting to the hero, who treats her wonderfully throughout the whole read. There were a couple scenes where she even deliberately called the hero by another man's name in the heat of passion in an effort to push him away. The first time, I was like, okay this might make for great tension. By the second and third time, I disliked the heroine immensely. She seemed too selfish and heartless for me to relate to.

The book was well-written, I give the author that much. And if you enjoy books where there is constant mistrust and outward conflict between the hero and heroine, you will like this one too. My tastes run along different lines, which is why I can't give it more than a 3.

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42 of 44 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW! March 20, 1999
By A Customer
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Aoibheal, Queen of the Fae, told her court about "the Hawk". She told of how he could win any woman's heart and soul. She even made some believe Hawk had stolen her favor, as well. The King of the Fae, as well as "the Fool" Adam, decided upon revenge. Adam traveled through time until 1997. It was there he found a perfect woman who hated beautiful men, for very good reason.

Adrienne de Simone was whisked through time to the sixteenth century and forced to wed a man known as Hawk. She wanted nothing to do with such a good looking man. Beautiful men mean trouble and pain. Hawk could not believe she would have nothing to do with him. Worse yet, a smithy suddenly appeared in town, named Adam Black and was determined to woo her away from him! Adrienne, wanting nothing to do with either of them, was made into a pawn of which only Aoibheal, who ruled over all, could save.

***WOW! I loved this book. It is definately "a keeper"! Here is one that will never see the inside of a used book store. Powerful, romantic, and leaves you believing in Fairies.***

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32 of 34 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Poorly researched and barely credible - not for anybody that's ever actually been to Scotland! January 2, 2011
By H. Riley
Format:Kindle Edition
Bought this book on the strength of the good reviews. Being Scottish I also thought I'd enjoy a "time travel" story set in Scotland.
I was sorely disappointed.
The story has some enjoyable aspects to it, but the total disregard for historical fact, the clear lack of research, and the ridiculous use of language meant that I became increasingly frustrated with the novel and the author's sloppy work.
Despite the book being set for the most part in the early 16th century, characters drink tea and coffee (neither of which became popular or even available in Scotland till much later), eat potatoes (which hadn't even been introduced to the country) and stroll in gardens full of rhododendrons (again a much later import).
The use of the "Scots" language is downright silly, and reads more like somebody's hackneyed idea of what a Scot might talk like, based on a couple of viewings of Braveheart and Brigadoon. The scenes of castle life are utterly unrealistic and clearly unresearched.
Most irritating of all is the author's insistence on using the word "smithy" throughout to refer to Adam the blacksmith. A smithy is a blacksmith's workshop, not a person.
There are many more inconsistencies and factual errors, most of which are inexcusable and could have been easily researched by the author.As a result, I would not recommend this book to anybody who's ever been to Scotland or has any knowledge whatsoever of British history.
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28 of 31 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Slow To Start...But A Good Ending!!! November 27, 2003
By Kristi Ahlers
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I must admit that this has not been one of my favorites by this author. I think she has finally come into her own since penning this novel. I think it's unfair though to compare her to other authors based on the fact that they share the same genre, and location.

My biggest problem with this book was Adrienne. I realize that she was abused and hurt but hello...to base your judgement on a person based on what they look like is shallow and in my opinion a waste of time in a romance book. There were many different times I just wanted to shake her and say alright already!!! The fact that it took her more then half the book to see beyond Hawk's looks to see the good in the man was upsetting.

Hawk on the other hand may have had the looks but he was hurting on the inside and found himself tied up with a shrew...still he saw past the facade to the goodness that was buried deep in Adrienne. Just like a hero should.

This book was very slow to start but did pick up and Ms. Monings trademark humor and style began to shine out in the end. For the most part this book had all the good things it needed to be a winner, time travel, yummy men in kilts, fairies, and intrigue...it was just not put together all that well. If you are knew to Ms. Moning this is a good example of her earlier work and worth taking time to read...just be aware that she does have better books out there!

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Great start to an amazing series!
This is the first book in Karen Marie Moning's Highlander series. This is the book that made me fall in love with KMM and her writing. This is Hawk and Adrienne's story. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Mel
2.0 out of 5 stars For lovers of ripped bodices and heaving bosoms
This book is so cheesy that it almost reads like a parody of the quintessential bodice ripper. The hero is hung like a stallion; his rival is equally handsome but a Bad Boy, and... Read more
Published 10 days ago by someproseandcon
5.0 out of 5 stars Great job
I have to say that I really enjoyed this book. As I read I felt what the characters felt. I cried with them, I hurt with them and I was angry with them.
Published 16 days ago by Anita Armstrong
5.0 out of 5 stars great read
I could not put it down. This is the kind of time travel romance I enjoy. I laughed, cried, and wanted to hit something. What a wonderful ride.
Published 17 days ago by Taleah Wright
4.0 out of 5 stars SEXY HIGHLAND ROMANCE!!!
This is my 2nd re read of Beyond The Highland Mist. I first read it in 2010. I am writing this review now because of some of the negative reviews the book has gotten. Read more
Published 19 days ago by Edwina "I Love books"
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
Any book that leaves me with happy tears streaming down my face gets 5 stars from me. Can't wait to read more books by Ms. Moning.
Published 1 month ago by P. J. Edwards
4.0 out of 5 stars Loved This Book!
It was a little tough at first, the way that Hawk was treated. But it was a great story. If you enjoy reading romance, this is the book for you!
Published 1 month ago by Dawn Reynolds
4.0 out of 5 stars Very Well Done
This was the first book I've read by this author and I really liked it. I plan to read the rest of the series!
Published 1 month ago by Zaborator
2.0 out of 5 stars So Historically Inaccurate
If you're looking for good HISTORICAL fiction, look elsewhere. There's absolutely nothing of this time period, culture, or people reflected in this book. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jacqueline A. Wheatley
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
I was unsure when I started this book. But I got hooked and I loved it. Can't wait to read the next one.
Published 1 month ago by Brandi Diane Gentry
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