Like battles, some redemptions cannot be won…In early 1746, Alasdair Macintyre is headed home after the rout at Culloden on Drummossie Moor, in sight of Inverness. The battle has been lost and scar on his face that makes him so ferocious-looking that even children run from him in terror. He learns his father has betrothed him to a local lass—a nearly blind woman—in exchange for a sizeable dowry … sizeable dowry and a chunk of land. The woman brings with her a companion that hates him immediately.
He has no interest in having a chain around his neck, not even in the form of a woman he once knew as a girl—a gangly, twig of a girl.
But Beitris is no longer the girl Alasdair Macintyre remembers. She’s blossomed into a stunning woman, though one that is terrified of the scarred Highlander she’s betrothed to.
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Miraculously surviving a battle at which his side was defeated, scarred Alasdair is bitter upon learning his father has betrothed him to Beitris, a blind, sheltered, childhood friend he hadn’t seen in ages. Neither Alasdair nor Beitris are happy with the betrothal planned by their fathers. The motivation to read this quiet book is to see if they can bond and unite in time to thwart Beitris’ scheming father. I liked the characters and was rooting for them.
This book is a must read, could not put it down.
03/06/2021 I found myself ready to cry when I finished chapter one (1) of “A Highlander’s Redemption” (nook). This is a wonderful story based on the tragedy of the Jacobite rebellion in Scotland. Ms. Adams easily portrays the sad situations encountered during that time period.
I appreciated that Alasdair’s and Beitris’ joining was not steamy or erotic. Rather, it was subdued. I actually would have liked a bit more illumination of their first night together.
“A Highlander’s Redemption” is a love story which I would easily rate as 4-1/2 stars.
Wow loved this novel and the female character, how strong and thanks for including a heroic lady with disabilities. Well done !!!
Lovely story, the relationship between them is shown nicely building up. Her companion is a very interesting character.
Good story and no yukky sex.
Good historical romance of redemption.
The historical background gives the reader a look at Scottish history and the cruelty of the victors. An arranged marriage throws scarred Alasdair and blind Beitris together. Can they work through Alasdair’s emotional scars to become a couple? Their path is treacherous and heartwarming.
I read this book to learn more about Scotland and its people after their defeat at Culloden. The hero is not likable at first but becomes more endearing as he grows to admire and love his brave and capable wife.
In Love with books like this.. With the highlanders and being betrothed.
This is a lovely, quickly read book. The heroine is very sweet and alarmingly strong, which surprises her forced husband. It’s a comfortable evening read for all ages.
The characters were well thought out. The story line built overtime. There were many surprises along the way.
My favorite reading is the highland books
This charming read was so unique! Usually the led characters are perfect. Not so much is this unexpected story. I really like that it shows the strengths that a person with disabilities can have. Really different!
What a great adventure. Two unwanted people 1 blinded by birth & the other damaged by war. Brought together by evil. the road that they travel was rocky but wonderful at the end… I love the journey , you will too
Enjoyable
This story had an engaging plot and the makings of a beautiful love story. I wished the characters were fleshed out more, especially Alasdair. He seemed detached from his father, the people in his keep, and even Beatris. The story doesn’t detail how Alasdair and Beitris’ relationship developed. The process was skimmed over. They seemed to meet, decide to make a go of it, then suddenly fall in love. Detailing their mutual attraction might have shown a stronger connection (and I don’t mean in the sexual sense, it’s refreshing to read books that leave those gratuitous scenes out). Still, I enjoyed this book, and the writing was good, despite the editing issues.
A wonderful crisp story of ideal love after marriage no matter what!
The Perfect Highland Match
Alasdair Macintyre is a brawny but damaged warrior. Beitris Boyd is a petite but blind lass. Neither want to marry, but their fathers have arranged their match. So they must marry. What happens next would seem to be up to them. However, sinister forces are at work that may destroy any chance they have of a happily ever after.
A Highlander’s Redemption is a well written eighteenth century Scottish love story with just enough danger and angst to make it interesting. Beitris is a wonderful heroine who is the perfect choice to help heal Alasdair damaged soul. Not only are the main characters well developed, but so are the supporting characters.
For all intents and purposes, this is a standalone book, However, having read the synopsis of the next book, I suspect that author Aileen Adams will use characters from this book in the next one.
Content 411: This book contains a small amount of mild swearing and some violence. However, this book does not contain any sex.