What happens when a lady smuggler meets a ruthless pirate?
Caragh Pedrick is used to men on the wrong side of the law since she runs her Cornish village’s smuggling ring. Fishing no longer feeds their families in her coastal village, so she puts her resourcefulness and bravery to use. But she’s unprepared for the pirate captain who captures her during a raid. Whisked away on a pirate ship, … ship, Caragh soon discovers that her pirate captain’s form of discipline is anything but unsavory. Tempted by his piercing blue eyes and dominant manner, Caragh finds herself submitting to the Blond Devil. Can Caragh leave her smuggler’s life behind for life on the high seas?
What happens when a pirate captain tries to tame the fearless woman he mistakes for a lad?
Rowan MacNeill was forced from his home on the island of Barra and into a life of piracy. Now the captain of his own ship, Rowan expects obedience from the minx he unwittingly captures. When he raids the quiet village of Bedruthen Steps, Rowan decides Caragh, dressed as a lad, would make a fine cabin boy, but it’s not long before Rowan discovers the curves that lay beneath her disguise. While he likes her spirit, his palm itches to dominate the woman who’s invaded his cabin and his life. The question is: will she submit to the Blond Devil?
When misunderstanding and distrust threaten his burgeoning relationship, Rowan must put his faith in his lady smuggler. With a choice to make, Caragh must decide if she can forgive her pirate lover and make a new life with him. Can Rowan put his painful past behind him to save his burgeoning relationship? Can she curb her independent spirit in exchange for an adventurous new love?
Pirates of the Isles is a STEAMY series where lust and love become tangled when pirates and their ladies toe the line between pain and pleasure. Travel to the Hebrides and the coast of Scotland as these pirates pillage and plunder not only villages and ships but the women fearless enough to take them on. Each book can be read as a standalone, but many characters appear throughout the series.
This passionate love story is ready to go up in flames. It contains scenes with spanking, light bondage, and anal play. If this content offends you, please do not download.
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What more can you ask for? A handsome fearless pirate, who raids a village and the strong, beautiful female smuggler he captures and thinks at first she is a lad? Set sail for a adventure on the high seas where pirates rule and women love them. Or at least maybe not at first, but anything can happen! Rowan, known as the Blond Devil and Caragh were a fiery couple and sparks flew between them. But the journey to happiness may seems like the ebb and flow of the sea. Can they survive?
A great start to a new series by the fabulous Celeste Barclay who knows just how to pull a reader in and keep them fascinated until the end!
I really enjoyed this story. It is a great adventure with strong well written characters. I was drawn into the story right from the beginning and didn’t want to put it down. There is explicit sex which at times includes spanking. If that bothers you then you may want to pass. If you like a good adventure with romance and don’t mind the sex then take a read you won’t be disappointed
Another exciting story written by Celeste Barclay which involves a sexy alpha pirate, a beautiful smuggler, a high seas adventure and heated passions! I really enjoyed Caragh and Rowan’s story, both characters are so strong and even though they have their moments, the passion they share is a beautiful thing to behold. Together they experience the highs and lows during their journey and just when you think things are not going to work out, the author puts in a little twist and a little turn! There are scenes of light discipline but it’s all so well written, I didn’t mind it at all.
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Rowan McNeil was the Captain of Lady Grace. He sailed the high seas with his Cousin Ruari
Captain of Lady Charity. The two became Pirates after leaving their Clan over Family matters.
Caragh was a young girl who helped her family and her village by hiding contraband and thieving.
Rowan and Caragh met in a most dangerous way. Their relationship started off as a Captive, but
built into something so much more.
This story has Adventure, Relationship, Surprises, and Yes, Very Hot Passion. a read that is For
Just Fun.
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The Blond Devil of the Sea: A Steamy Enemies to Lovers Pirate Romance (Pirates of the Isles Book 1) by Celeste Barclay
4 Stars
Pirate Erotica! If you love sexy pirate captains matched with intuitive, beautiful, and every mans dream woman, combined with extremely hot and steamy romance that will surely leave a sun burn, then “The Blond Devil of the Sea” is your next must read!
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Content Note: Adult, 5 out of 5 flames with explicit erotica open door romance, including minor bdsm.
Author Note: The first third of this book appeared as a novella in the Pirates, Passion & Plunder anthology. It has since been expanded to add more than two hundred pages of new content.
Celeste Barkley brings us an action packed high seas adventure with a super plot that brings everything together perfectly, while holding you riveted to your seat. Not to mention there’s an amazing romance that just sizzles on the pages. There’s lot’s of drama, suspense, intrigue, emotion and swirling passions to keep you interested.
Her characters are strong, vulnerable and simply put, unforgettable, dialogue is witty and smart and her imagery is impeccable.
Be forewarned this is a steamy read but Celeste makes it work together for an exciting story. Well written and tastefully executed, this story has it all, sizzling steam and rich romance all wrapped in adventure.
Thank you Celeste for such fascinating, adventurous romance!
The Blond Devil
by PLC
A great story set in Scotland. Pirates plundering the coast taking captives and then falling in love with the captives. Reuniting with long lost family.
Could not put it down.
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This book 1 in the Pirates of the Isles Series was a wonderfully well-written story of love, honor and duty. These characters are very well crafted and you feel you know them and feel their feelings, frustrations, and victories. This is the a must read.
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The Blond Devil is a great romance read. It’s a great combination of a live story, highland warrior, and pirate story. Rowan’s backstory is so tragic. You understand almost immediately what makes him tick. Caragh is awesome. She writes her own story. When she’s forced into a situation where she has little control she grabs what she can and doesn’t let go. I love that she’s not afraid or ashamed of her sexuality. Lovers of Celeste Barclay won’t be disappointed by the story. I’m looking forward to the cousin’s story. 5 star read! Very sexy! There is anal sex and violence so be warned if that isn’t your thing.
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It doesn’t matter if it is Vikings, Highlanders the royal court or pirates Celeste Barclay really is able to capture the essence of not only the time but the atmosphere.
This book is a little different from the others of hers I’ve read in the past. Caragh runs her village but is t that well versed in some things. When she’s captured Rowan assumes gender and turns out to be wrong, he plans fill his vacant cabin boy post but it doesn’t take him long to realize Caragh is a woman.
Caragh has so much strength and is determined to make the best of her situation. For someone who’s as inexperienced Caragh sure knows how to turn it on high. Be prepared though as this book also features some sexual interactions between Caragh and other people, although it is in front of Rowan. There is also pleasure from pain which I know can be a trigger for some people.
The story is a lot more involved than just these two characters and Rowan has a very detailed backstory which is revealed and eventually leads the plot.
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Pirates, bounty and tough love! Rowan and Caragh meet as adversaries, pirate and smuggler; only she’s a gregarious lad with no seeming fear! I enjoyed the sparring between them and facets of their developing relationship. Liked Caragh’s fierceness. Didn’t like when she gave in or some other family developments. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I very much enjoyed reading about this blond devil and his woman. Caragh is independent and strong for the times and is just what Rowan needs in his life. The author did a great job with the characters here they were not perfect but they are perfect for each other. The descriptions were lovely and at times I could imagine myself on that ship in the ocean air. The action in this book kept me turning the pages until the very end.
I look forward to the next book in this series and recommend this book to anyone who loves an erotic historical book about pirates and the naughty ladies they fall for.
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I love pirate romance stories, and this one did not disappoint!! Lots of action, steamy sex scenes & wonderful characters. Add The Blonde Devil to your TBR list today!!
(Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2019)
Oh contacts… What happens under the mistletoe at the company Holliday party, starts by Callie losing hers!! Who knew not being able to see who you are kissing can be so hot and embarrassing at the same time?! Good thing her boss, Matt, found their steamy kiss hard to forget!! A great read that will keep you up way after your bedtime!!
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Another amazing book by this author. I know I’m always in for a great read when ever I get one of their books. The storyline was captivating and engaging you could almost see it playing out as you read. The characters are amazing well written and creatively written. Can’t wait to read what this author writes next .
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i loved this book *spoilers* i loved the book and i can’t wait for his cousin’s book. i love how they knew each other as kids but didn’t remember and fell in love how they ended up falling for cousins. it reminds me of my family my dad and uncle fell in love with best friends lol.
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Celeste Barclay really knows how to bring it all. A great story, amazing characters, chemistry, steam and HEA! Caragh is a lady smuggler who runs the village smuggling ring. She is taken because she is dressed like a man. I love the Rowan is not some mean, uncaring pirate. Celeste really gives him a heart. I love how the more time he spends with Caragh the more he falls for her. This book will leave you begging for more.
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3.5 STARS
First off I would rate this 2 stars because there has to be 35% erotic sex. I didn’t feel fair to rate it lower because of this because in the blurb it states it contains adult themes with explicit content. If you don’t like that type then don’t purchase it. I wish she would change the blurb to say erotic, because I wouldn’t purchased it, so be warned.
My rating is based on the other 65% of the story, which was better than average, but several things bothered me.
Our h is stolen by the H and before she realizes what type of man he is, she decides to lose her virginity because if she returns home, no-one will think she is still a virgin – so within seconds – very descriptive sex, spanking etc. I didn’t care for her choice so quickly. There is also a Lesbian scene briefly described later in the story.
She JUST HAPPENS to arrive home, after being away for awhile to the exact time someone close to her is killed – not realistic! Then no loss of tears from her or others over this killing. Didn’t add anything to the story and should be deleted. I thought less of her because she acted as if it were nothing.
Something happens between the h and the H’s cousin. When they meet up again, neither mention it nor act awkward.
The story about Pirates and Highland Clan were enjoyable. There is suspense, violence and twists.
I’m not sure there is much on the romance front, because it seems they lusted more for each other. Is it cheating if the H is watching, I say yes, so I can’t say no cheating. No cliffhanger, HEA but it was like riding on cobblestones – not smooth to reach. Very erotic sex described in great detail and spanking a lot. (lj
Kinky, Sassy, Brassy and oh so Bold. The main characters had a dominate and submissive streak in them in the bedroom. But whoa, when they were out of the bedroom both had strong, capable, intelligent, stubborn traits. It served them well. There are plenty of open bedroom scenes but let me assure you that what the author wrote was tasteful, witty, fun and passionate. It was wonderful how the h/H got to know each other’s personality but especially how they got to know each other’s body. The story from page one is full of action and danger. That carries throughout the book. Each scene segued one to the other with ease and the story made complete sense from beginning to the end. There were no hiccups as far as I can tell. Very well written and the characters were well developed. I just want to caution some readers who may be sensitive to physical abuse. First – this relationship between the h/H is not abusive just kinky. Second – there is one scene where the h is kidnapped and was brutally beaten. The story gives you an image of what happened to her and I can say it was not pretty but of course this is a great story and she is rescued and tended to lovingly by the H. There are three major destination they must decide whether to go to or not and they cannot predict the outcome. This is very suspenseful and exciting. I highly recommend it.
There is plenty of heat to steam up the sheets as we are transported back to a time when pirates ruled the high seas and women could hold their own among them! I loved the romance that unfolded between two very strong personalities in Caragh and Rowan. The storyline was engaging and the passionate chemistry was scorchingly Hot!! Another first-rate example of the talented creativity to be found in any book written by Ms. Barclay!
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