From USA Today Bestselling Author Madeline Martin is a steamy, suspenseful full-length novel in her Borderland Ladies series where dangerous lands make dangerous ladies…A LADY WHO WILL DEFEND HER FAMILY AND HER CASTLE…Lady Marin Barrington, eldest of the Earl of Werrick’s five daughters, is a born protector. Not only has she taken on the role of mistress of the castle and caregiver to her … the role of mistress of the castle and caregiver to her sisters upon their mother’s death, she also acts in her father’s stead while he is serving the king abroad. Dedicated and resolute, failure is never an option for her. So, when a reiver forces his way into the castle, Marin won’t surrender easily and takes it upon herself to kill the usurper. Except plans go awry when passions are awoken and matters get complicated.
A MAN WHO MUST SUCCEED NO MATTER THE COST…
Bran Davidson’s sister is going to be hanged, unless he agrees to take Werrick Castle. Ever a pawn in a rich man’s game, Bran has no choice but to force his way into Werrick on behalf of the Scottish Middle March Warden. He quickly discovers getting into the castle is the easy part. Dealing with its mistress, however, will take every ounce of cunning and determination he can muster, especially when she turns his blood to fire.
A PROMISE THAT CHANGES IT ALL…
In a game where desperation and love dictate the lives of many, a simple promise can change the tide of favor and open the door to pleasure and danger alike.
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Lady Marin Barrington daughter to the third Earl of Werrick knows all about the cost of war all she has is her sisters. Being on the boarder between Scotland and England has brought heartache and constant worry of invasion one such invasion she lost her mother to reivers the Grahams her mother was never the same she was raped and it broke her. Now after the death and birth of her youngest sister she is mistress to Werrick castle her father is gone to fight with King Edward. But when her Catriona is captured by reivers she will have to make a sacrifice save her sister our loose her.
Bran Davidson has risked all to take the castle and save his sister Ana from death when a boarder warden takes her she is all the family he has left her crime marriage to a Englishman. Now if he could only convince the castle’s fierce and passionate mistress that he doesn’t want any trouble but she will do anything to get rid of him even kill him if only he didn’t want her so badly. But after several failed attempts to kill Bran she will make another sacrifice she will marry him if he saves her sisters who have escaped and are headed into danger. She soon falls for her husband when she discovers the reason for taking her home shevis furious but when the Grahams come to take her castle they will need to work together our be put in further danger. And Marin could possibly suffer her mothers same fate and what will happen if her father and his soldiers never return there are reports that he may be dead already.
Wow, wow and wow! What a start to the Borderland Ladies series. I literally could not put the book down. It is the story of Bran, and Marin, Lady Of Werrick Castle, in her Fathers absence. It is a wonderful story with emotional ups and downs, crying and wishing for love. Madeline Martin has always been an amazing author, but this one was beyond amazing. I personally can’t wait for the next book. The book includes enough drama, past guilt, uncertain feelings, a battle, enough to keep you on your toes and wanting more. This is an excellent example of why I love Scottish historical romance. Through Ms. Martin the characters come to life. Please do yourself a favor and read this. You won’t be sorry. I was gifted this book and am voluntarily reviewing. Five+ stars. (less)
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Two tough souls come together under even tougher circumstances. They are destined to be together but will their circumstance tear them apart? This delightful story told during the time of the Scottish and English fight for power and land, will leave you cheering for both underdogs, biting your nails during battle, and praying that loved ones are rescued and returned whole. It is action packed, passionate and romantic and makes the reader want more. I look forward to reading the rest of the books in this series.
Wow just wow what a great start to a new series. Marina promise is such a great read. The castle is seized. She must get it back but how. She tries several times to kill the man that seized her home. When that fells. she send hers sisters away only to find out she sent straight into danger, she must make a deal with the man that seized her castle in Oder to save her sisters. How will it end. I guess you’ll have to read it to find out
This is the first book in Madeline’s new Borderland Ladies series, and it was absolutely wonderful! The characters were colorful and very likable. The story was well-written, exciting, suspenseful and full of wonderful romance. If you like a romance book with a strong heroine along with a strong, handsome hero then this is the book for you! Loved it so much! Highly recommended!
Wow! What a great book to start off the series! The series is about the 5 daughters of the Earl of Werrick. All the characters in the book are wonderful, but this book is about the eldest daughter, Lady Marin. Lady Marin has been the mistress of the Castle and caregiver to her younger sisters since her mother died. She is strong willed, stubborn and will do what is necessary to take care of her family and people. Bran is a reiver and in order to save his sister he has to take over the castle and hand it over to Lord Kerr when he arrives. The story grabs the readers attention and keeps it through out the entire book. There is plenty of action, mystery, danger and romance in the story. I can’t wait to read the next books in the series!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Marin’s Promise by Madeline Martin is book One in the Borderland Ladies Series. This is the story of Bran Davidson and Marin Barrington.
Bran has had to make a living for his sister and himself being a border reiver / raider. But the one thing Bran and his crew knew that no women or children would be hurt or raped..it was just one of the rules they had. When Bran sister is taken by Kerr who swears to put her to death if he doesn’t take the Werrick Castle over. Bran does find a way into the Castle but then he finds out that may have been the easy part…because meeting the protector Marin sets up a whole new obstacle.
Marin as the eldest daughter of the Earl of Werrick she had to take on the role of mother, protector and overseer of the Werrick’s Castle after her mother was raped and died in childbirth. This set the sister’s father on a downward spiral for a while, and when he was able to go on with his life he went off to war for the King. So Marin is the barrier of protecting her family and will do anything for her family but feelings can’t be stopped between Bran and Marin.
WOW…what a great start to a series! I am such a fan of Ms. Martins writing and she never lets me down …one of my go to authors! Excited to read more in this series and of course by Ms. Martin.
Outstanding story of a family of daughters whose father has gone to war in old Scotland. The eldest fights to keep her sisters, home and people safe from harm. The warrior who captures the keep in the early pages of the novel doesn’t know what he’s gotten himself in for; neither does she. For once it was a book that didn’t end too soon. The story carried on with new twists and turns. I loved it.
Lovely characters that grow and change through the story. I really enjoyed it! This book is extremely well written and had a bit of a different twist!!!
An action-packed steamy store. I could have done without so much explicit sex.
This is a typical historical romance fiction but a delightful read
I love Marin’s strength!
Loved the characters!!
Captivating! This is my first book I’ve read by Ms. Martin and I was thrilled with the content! Full-bodied page-turner with steamy passion and wonderful characters! Well done!!
Brutal fight. Love wind in the end.
When you pick up a romance book there are certain expectations. How delightful when an extra surprise is tossed in! Nice, quick read!
This story deserves more than 5 stars.
This story is the best story I have read in quite some time.
You could tell it was going to be a bit different in the story line and romance.
Wonderful characters made this story that is filled with lots of emotions, mistrust,
a shocking request, erotic intimacy that was so sensual that my tummy was fluttering,
terrifying battles, and I have to mention the bathtub scene is not to be missed.
Madeline Martin is now on my list of authors not to miss.
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Heat Level; 5 out of 5
Great heroine!
This first book in a series comes in very strong, with strong characters and an intricate storyline. Lady Marin as the oldest of five daughters has the authority of the castle as her father, The Earl of Werrick is away. When reivers force their way into the castle to take it over, Marin decides to do what she must to protect her sisters and her people. But Bran is no ordinary reiver, and the solid storyline will surprise the reader and Lady Marin.
Great action, well flushed out characters and a strong story gives this new series a great lift off. This is the first book I’ve read by this author, but will definitely not be the last.
Wonderful, Action & Romance
An interesting & Wonderful story.
Marin believes she has to take care of not only her father but her 4 sisters after her mother passed away. She is headstrong & refuses to cower to anyone.
Bran is trying to keep his sister from hanging so he does what he must.
You would think taking over a castle when the person in charge is a lady.
Boy Bran has his work cut out for him.