A broken carriage wheel at the base of the Scottish highlands is the last thing Sophie Grant needs on her trip to Scotland. Determined to make the most of her stay in the quaint village of Moy, she discovers some delightful attractions, including the Laird Mackintosh, who lives nearby.Upon an invitation to the Laird’s home, Sophie is thrust into a world of decadence, privilege, and … wealth–everything she never had. Laird Mackintosh is tempting and beguiling with his scandalously hot kisses. However, Sophie knows he’s hiding something–something that could change everything.
Brice Mackintosh is torn between his family’s expectations, and his newfound feelings for Sophie. What started out as a game, a distraction before he fills his obligations is turning into more. But when the truth surfaces, Brice worries that he may lose the only woman he’s ever loved.
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Wonderful, Adorable & Romantic
I truly enjoyed reading this book.
Tamara Gill has a wonderful way of telling a story. This quick read will have you turning the pages to find out what happens next.
Loved loved it! Great characters. Strong relationship building and sweet interactions. Made for a romantic story.
A trip to the Highlands, leads to Sophie Grant spending time at Moy Castle and falling for the Laird. However what she doesn’t know is that whilst not officially betrothed, he is promised to Elspeth Brodie and that no-one in Clan Mackintosh has ever wed a Sassenach.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book gifted by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
2.25 STARS
I purchased this as part of a bundle the author offered called KISS THE WALLFLOWER: BOOKS 1-3.
I can not stand when a lie/deceit goes on for the whole story as it did in this. I want my character’s to be honorable and loyal. This H was so far from being honorable and he takes the h’s innocence without explaining the circumstances of the women staying in the castle.
Granted the h was dumb in regards to this women. She lives with the clan next to them, but was staying in the Castle with the H, didn’t she think that was funny? The h is lose, the language and thinking too modern.
There is sex outside of marriage, heat level 4 out of 5. Since I didn’t feel a connection to this couple, it was more lust than love.
No cliffhanger, HEA, no romance since based on lie and spice. (ljb)
An enjoyable Regency romance set in the Highlands, where a young woman who is new to the world of the rich and privileged, finds herself being rescued by a dour Scottish laird. Everyone but Sophie knew that Brice Mackintosh is destined to be married to his childhood friend, despite their mutual antipathy to the match. Throwing Sophie into the mix brings all sorts of awkwardness. The attraction between the main characters is strong, but one cannot help but wonder why Brice wasn’t upfront with Sophie, and why she refused to believe the advice being given to her. When the truth is forcibly thrown in her face, Sophie turns her back on Brice, but her heart is broken. One cannot help but feel for Sophie in her naivety, and it is fortunate that Brice has his sister in his corner to give him the necessary push when most needed. This story is part of a series and although characters from previous books appear in this one too, it is nevertheless a standalone. I received a copy of this novel as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
Great read…..fast read. Is it love or lust at 1st sight? Brice and Sophie are not sure themselves. This is the first book I read and now need to read the other books in the series.
‘A broken carriage wheel at the base of the Scottish highlands is the last thing Sophie Grant needs on her trip to Scotland. Determined to make the most of her stay in the quaint village of Moy, she discovers some delightful attractions, including the Laird Mackintosh, who lives nearby.
Upon an invitation to the Laird’s home, Sophie is thrust into a world of decadence, privilege, and wealth–everything she never had. Laird Mackintosh is tempting and beguiling with his scandalously hot kisses. However, Sophie knows he’s hiding something–something that could change everything.
Brice Mackintosh is torn between his family’s expectations, and his newfound feelings for Sophie. What started out as a game, a distraction before he fills his obligations is turning into more. But when the truth surfaces, Brice worries that he may lose the only woman he’s ever loved.’
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This has been my favorite book in the series thus far. I enjoyed this story immensly and I really loved all the characters.
We met Sophie back in the first book of the series, A Midsummer Kiss. She and Stephen are twins and Louise’s younger siblings, whom Louise was working to support. She was a secondary character in that book, but from what we read of her she was both loyal and compassionate. So realizing that this book focused on her story, I was looking forward to reading it.
While traveling to stay with a friend in the Scottish highlands, Sophie’s carriage throws a wheel and leaves her stranded in a small village. While there she meets the handsome Laird, Brice Mackintosh. There’s an instant attraction between the two, but he feels obligated to keep his distance due to a long past promise to his parents to wed the daughter of a neighboring clan.
Sophie came from humble beginnings, her rank being elevated to sister-in-law to the Marquess of Graham after her sister’s marriage. But Sophie hasn’t put on airs, she’s still humble and isn’t afraid to share the nature of her up-bringing, still friends with those she had from before. I really respected and liked her character.
When everything caves in on itself I was so invested. I wanted to be mad, but I also understood where each was coming from. I don’t want to give anything away, so I’ll leave it at that.
I recommend this book. If you haven’t been quite a fan of the first two in this series, I urge you to give this one a read. It’s much stronger than the first two. The story is sweet and engaging. Perfect if you’re looking for a quick book to read.
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I never miss a opportunity a book by Tamara Gill, and A Kiss in Spring is a another wonderful story to add to my growing collection of her books. I loved reading and following Sophie and Brice’s story. Who doesn’t love to read about a Scottish Laird.
An amazing story of forbidden love. A Kiss in Spring by Tamara Gill is book 3 in the Kiss the Wallflower series and what a really great series. Though in a series this regency story can be read as a standalone. Tamara writing, in my opinion, just keeps getting better and better. You fall in love with the hero and heroine and alway hate the evil ones. I found this to be an easy read and the story original. This story has an arranged marriage, a broken carriage wheel, an injury, duty, a promise to one’s parents, a rise in station, confusion and love. I highly recommend this book and any of Tamara Gill’s books. You won’t be disappointed.
***This book was gifted to me and I am voluntarily reviewing.
Sophie Grant is on her way to Scotland to visit a friend. An accident with her carriage causes a delay and a stay in the town of Moy. Moy is the home of Brice MacKintosh, Laird of Clan Mackintosh and a Scottish Earl. Sophie is a friend of his sister Elizabeth who invites her to stay with them until she can travel on. Sophie is introduced to Elspeth Brodie, another friend and Brice’s sort of intended. When Sophie falls in love with Brice (and he with her she thought), she doesn’t know that he is expected to marry Elspeth. When she finds out, she feels betrayed and immediately returns to London. Brice has made a real mess out of this situation. What will he do when he learns that Sophie is to marry someone else? Is there anything he can do to convince her that he really loves her and wants her to marry him? Can he even get to London in time to try? This is a quick, cute story with a tiny bit of turmoil and interesting characters. This is the third story in the Kiss the Wallflower Series. I enjoyed and recommend A Kiss in Spring and the series.
Highlands Scotland 1805
Miss Sophie Grant was on her way to see her friend when a carriage accident provoked an unplanned stop in the town of Moy. She, her maid Gretel, a footman and the coachman sought refuge in a small inn, owned by the local laird, Brice Mackintosh. Sophie takes it all in stride; they’re stuck there for a while, why not go exploring a bit. Sophie had intended to meet the Laird Mackintosh, and she did. But not precisely as planned!
I loved Sophie! What a charming heroine: calm, pleasant, fun-loving and adventurous but in a very believable way for the era. Brice was just as lovely in his brawny, Scottish way. The connection was immediate but the relationship evolved organically; nothing was rushed but Brice is now torn. Sophie’s arrival in his life forces him reconsider his future. And to think it really all started with A KISS IN SPRING!
In spite of the secret that hovers over Sophie and Brice like an ominous dark cloud, I liked that it was not stressful while Sophie and Brice fell in love, but the menace was there, always looming in the background. And when things go south, oh my! I Nothing quite happened as I expected; I was (agreeably) shocked. I had loved Sophie from the start, but she really demonstrated her inner strength where most heroines become dishrags or stupid. Brice didn’t behave like most heroes either; my goodness, it was refreshing!
I loved discovering the Highlands through Sophie’s eyes, and it was nice that there was just a sprinkling of Scottish dialect; it did not overwhelm the dialogues, which I find distracting. In A KISS IN SPRING, I found passion, humour, joy and sadness – I knew there would be a happily-ever-after, but if it hadn’t been guaranteed (it’s a romance, after all), I would have been very worried. My heart broke there for a moment… And all this awesomeness was beautifully wrapped up in a delightful epilogue! Come to think of it, this novella packed a serious punch!
Oh yes, a kiss in spring, summer, fall, winter and any day of the year from a handsome devilish Scot! A delightful story as only Tamara Gill can weave, Englishwoman Sophie Grant meets Laird Brice Mackintosh as a broken carriage wheel brings them together! Fate? Oh yes I would say so….
Stranded in a small Scottish town due to their conveyance needing a wheel, Sophie and her maid were able to secure a room at the local inn until her coachman could have it repaired. Of course the local Laird invites her to his home and that is when the journey begins!
Brice and Sophie have an attraction that sizzles, but he is expected to marry a family friend and knows he needs to honor his family. But sometimes the heart is punctured by that little arrow and the only way to heal it is to defy convention. Can he do it and they be happy?
Another wonderful addition to this exciting series!!
A Kiss in Spring by Tamara Gill is book Three in the Kiss the Wallflower Series. This is the story of Brice Mackintosh and Sophie Grant. I have read (and Loved!) the previous books but feel you could make this a standalone book if you wish to do so. Sophie is traveling to visit a friend when her carriage breaks down. This leads her to meet Brice who is a Lair and he offers her to stay with him and his family. Sophie and Brice are of course attracted to each other but Sophie feels that something is going on with Brice. Brice we learn has made a past promise to marry someone else but is having torn feelings between obligation and his heart.
Loved their story and of course Ms. Gill’s writing.
I really liked this book. It is a sweet forbidden romance between Scotsman Laird Brice Mackintosh and an English woman Miss Sophie Grant. Brice the handsome devil ought to have told Sophie he was expected to marry someone else. But he did not and could not resist his attraction to her. Immediately seeing Brice for the first time Sophie was smitten. They engaged in innocent kisses and flirtation until one day they went all the way like man and wife. When Brice broke the news to his prospective bride and mother-in-law all heck broke loose and Sophie was treated with several slurs and insults. The truth finally out about everything Sophie brokenhearted and ruined, packed and went back to London. She spent the next few months miserable and continued to accept suits from other men. When Brice found out from his sister, he could take no more and finally decided to do something about. A delightful read. I received an Advanced Readers Copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I thoroughly enjoyed Brice & Sophie’s romance. The storyline was entertaining and I simply fell in love with these characters. I thought that there was a real sweetness to this story of a chance meeting, unexpected emotions and duty. Secrets, drama, passion and romance capture your attention and will keep you entertained as you read this book. I thought this was a great read.
Brice Mackintosh is a laird and an earl who feels that he needs to wed a certain lass because of the promises he made to his deceased parents. Sophie Grant did not grow up in an aristocratic family. Her sister was a lady’s maid who married the Marquess Graham, their story is featured in book 1 of this series. On a trek north to Scotland to visit a friend Sophie’s carriage breaks and she is stuck in Moy for a while and in the company of Brice.
I really enjoyed the slow burn of this book. The main characters have a great attraction which they try and fight but cannot. I’m loving this Kiss the Wallflower series and I am really looking forward to book 4! I received an ARC of this book and chose to post a review.
How can anyone not love (and forgive) a Scottish highlander? No-one, that is who. What I really liked about this story was that they realized their feelings and did not deny them (even though Brice tried to). But when he did try, he was in a heap of trouble and almost, almost let Sophie get away. This is a feel good story that I enjoyed reading.
I received a complimentary copy from the author.
4.5 Stars
Sophie Grant is travelling to visit her friend Jane when a broken carriage wheel means she has to stay in the quaint village of Moy whilst a replacement is found. whilst out walking with her friend / companion Gretel Sophie falls & bangs her head. Gretel seeks help & Laird Mackintosh carries Sophie to safety. Upon an invitation to the Laird’s home, Sophie is thrust into a world of decadence, privilege, and wealth. Brice Mackintosh is torn between his family’s expectations, and his newfound feelings for Sophie.
This is the third book in the series whilst it could easily be read on its own Sophie is the younger sister of Louise from the previous book. I loved the chemistry between Brice & Sophie & how they fell or each other. I really liked Sophie who was quite open about her background & her feelings. Whilst I liked Brice I could have given him a good shake for not being honest with everyone about how he was feeling. Also Elspeth could have been more open too. However if they had been open & honest the book wouldn’t have been so very entertaining. A delightful read that I read in a sitting as I couldn’t put it down. I’m now really looking forward to Stephen’s story
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
When the attraction between a Scottish Laird and and an English lass can’t be ignored, does duty overcome love? A short book that moves quickly looking for an HEA, eventhough the hero could use a swift kick in the butt. I love reading these short books. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
Loved the story. Sophie’s carriage suffers a broken wheel while traveling in Scotland and she eventually ends up staying with a Scottish laird and his sister along with a woman who is believed to be his future wife. Brice is taken with Sophie and is tempting her at every chance he gets. Sophie is not aware of Elspeth’s connection to Brice and allows herself to fall in love with him. After allowing him into her bed, Sophie learns of Elspeth’s connection to Brice. She feels betrayed and leaves immediately for home. There is a lot happening in this story and since it is a romance there is a HEA but it does not come easily and is almost lost to them. The story is well written, entertaining and has well developed characters. I would highly recommend this book.