Love touched them. Treachery divided them. One night of passion binds them. Betrayed by her father, Marsaili Campbell risks her life to recover what he has stolen from her. But when she’s kidnapped and wagered away, she has no one to help her escape other than the very man she’s spent the past three years trying to forget—Highland warrior Callum Grant. She once gave her heart and her innocence … gave her heart and her innocence to the handsome Scot, only to regret her naive decisions. Still, with more enemies than she can battle alone, she needs an ally, even if she must hide the truth of her circumstances from him.
Laird Callum Grant thrust his clan into war for the love of a woman, only to lose her forever. But when the woman he believed dead appears at his clan’s tourney in dire trouble, there’s no denying Marsaili has been alive all this time. With his clan weakened from the years of raids and battles, however, he cannot afford to do anything that would ruin the betrothal he’s made to secure his clan’s future. Yet he can’t turn away from the woman who once beguiled him body and soul.
As Callum and Marsaili embark on a dangerous journey, each touch, each look, each clash of wills reignites their desire in an all-consuming inferno. But the secret Marsaili keeps and the duty that shackles Callum are threatening to destroy them. That is, unless they can learn that love, once truly given, is unbreakable.
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Marsaili Campbell has always been the outcast in her family. Neither her parents or siblings are ever kind to her. This latest order from her father at the Gathering is the last straw.
Callum Grant has been betrothed since he was ten years old, but now has an excuse to break it. There is no way he will marry a faithless woman.
There is a lot of danger and heartbreak for both our main characters in this tale. Many enemies , including those who should protect them will be hunting them. Our brave heroine has just one goal, and she will go through anything to get there. Our hero needs to put the needs of his clan above his own, but can he live like that?.
A very exciting story. I loved it.
Marsaili Campbell has been disliked and abused her entire life. Until a warrior shows her how beautiful she really is and what love can feel like; only to abandon her to face her family alone and leaving Marsaili with a burning hatred for his betrayal. A family that she is not really a part of. When Marsaili soon learns the truth of her father’s initial betrayal and the ultimate betrayal that threatened to consume her soul. Now knowing both truths, Marsaili sets out to recover the one thing she’d give her life for; even if it means betraying those who really care.
Laird Callum Grant has spent the last few years trying to forget the woman who is etched in his soul and trying to repair the damage he inflicted upon his clan in breaking contracts to have her in his life, even when she was lost to him. With a new betrothal approaching that will go far in rebuilding his clan the one thing he thought he lost lands at his feet. Now Callum must decide if he’s willing to risk losing the safety of his clan or more of his heart.
My oh my! Marsaili has the strength of a thousand warriors trying to recover so much of what she’s lost; even when she comes face to face with her past. While Callum’s struggles to do what is right versus what he wants shows a strength and a vulnerability. And the forces trying to prevent Marsaili and Callum from their hearts desire are truly the best evil that Julie Johnstone has written.
For the last book in Ms. Johnstone’s Highlander Vows: Entangled Hearts series this is a superb piece of writing. It was a delight to see appearances from the characters in the other stories from the series; weaving the threads for a family series that is outstanding. While each book can be read as a standalone, you would be depriving yourself of some loving, heart wrenching stories by the talented Julie Johnstone.
The trail less traveled is nothing new from Marsaili Campbell, it’s a trail she knows well full of despair, heart ache, loneliness and being an unwanted pawn for a power-hungry father. She has spent a lifetime of making herself as invisible as possible to survive these harsh conditions she was born into. However, Callum Grant see the beautiful heartfelt girl underneath it all and the best part is, she the one that makes his heart skip a beat.
Callum Grant has been handed his own amount of unthinkable burdens. He has a lot of responsibility on his shoulders and his decisions not only effect him but his whole clan. Callum life has been dictated by other people and for once he stands up and makes his own decisions, which aren’t in the clans best interest and pungence them into war they cannot win.
Through all of these lies and decisions two peoples lives are decided, taking them on a path they did not choose, but must now travel. Their journey won’t be an easy one but one that must now be undertaken for the faith of not just for themselves but for all involved.
Through lies, heartache and war, can these two hearts learn to beat for each other again….
I loved the book, read it in one afternoon. I just couldn’t put it down. Julie has done it again with another amazing story. An absolute must pay. Happy reading y’all.
Great love story! Marsaili and Callum went through many obstacles to be together. Among lies, deception, betrayals, and danger this couple found a way to fight adversity and be united again. This is a story that will keep you awake waiting to read what will happen next. Enjoy!
Julie Johnstone. 1358 Scotland. Highlander. Need I say more? Another wonderful addition to the Highlander Vows series!! Finally Callum and Marsali’s story with love at first sight when they first met. But they were soon pulled apart by their family and some total misunderstandings. Marsali’s life after that was anything but good. She is betrayed by her father and only wanting to recover what he stole from her, she is kidnapped and wagered away. Can things get any worse? But as fate would have it, she now needs Callum to help her escape. Callum had believed her dead and had betrothed himself to another in order to secure his clan’s future. But their strong bond cannot be denied.
This author always grabs my heart and takes me on an amazing journey with her wonderful characters and descriptions. Although this story is part of a series, it can be read as a standalone. But trust me, you want to read them all and prepare to be memorized by each book!!
Callum and Marsaili’s story is woven with romance, danger, intrigue, and a lot of emotion. Enjoyable read.
You can read this book as a stand alone but this series is one not to be missed. Each book I have read was a five star (and more) emotional experience.
At a time when a woman’s value is what she can provide or do for her father or husband, there are still very strong women who find themselves in situations unexpected.
Love exists must yet prove stronger than convention and circumstances.
Laird Callum Grant thought the love of his life (and lust of his groin) is lost to him forever. He enters into a betrothal to secure his clan’s future and is dedicated to honoring his word, until the woman he believed dead needs his assistance. Marsaili also has a secret that could destroy their destiny together.
The words transport me back to 1358 Scotland. I loved the descriptions and the language. There are entangled themes and plots and alliances so much better than any contrived “reality television” story. Deception and duty do their best to keep this couple from their HEA.
When a Scot Gives His Heart by Julie Johnstone is Book Seven in Highlander Vows: Entangled Hearts Series. This is the story of Marsaili Campbell and Callum Grant. I have read the previous books but feel you can make this a standalone book.
Marsaili and Callum feel in love but that love was pulled apart by family. Marsaili fought to move past her feelings and the hurt that Callum caused the last few years. Besides the broken heart she is dealing with a evil father and trying to get back all that he has done. But she is caught and it looks like the only one to save her is Callum. Callum too was hurt but he thought Marsaili had past away but he has moved forward to help his clan by being engaged to someone else.
Marsaili and Callum end up going through so much to get to their ending.
Another exciting read by Ms. Johnstone…loved this second chance at love story.
Another Great By Julie Johnstone!! When A Scot Gives His Heart is book 7 in the Highland Vows: Entangled Hearts series. Julie never disappoints and this book is no exception! She has a way of drawing you into her stories and characters. You feel as though you have traveled back to 1358 Scotland. This original story is just amazing and does have a surprise ending. What I loved most about this story is that through the heart break there is still a HEA. I found this to be very emotional and I loved every minute, from the first page to the very last. Though this is part of a series it can be read as a standalone. This story has deception, evil, misunderstandings, lies, loneliness, mistrust, kindness, acceptance, battles, abuse, cruelty, death, guilt, attempted murder, broken promises and a love that is everlasting. If you have never read a Julie Johnstone book you are truly missing out. I can’t say enough about it. It is a must read if you love historical highland stories.
Travel back to 1358 Scotland with Lady Marsaili Campbell and Laird Callum Grant on a journey like no other.
***This book was gifted to me and I am voluntarily reviewing.
Once I started…
Between two clans, a son of one and the daughter of another become pawns in power and wealth through marriage, only not to each other. Lies and decit keep them apart, but love has a way of bringing them together.
…I couldn’t stop reading. *****
Author tied the storyline well together. So glad true love prevails.
When a Scot Gives His Heart by Julie Johnstone is an incredibly exciting Scottish Romance. While, book #7, in THE HIGHLANDER VOWS: ENTANGLED HEARTS series, it can be read as a stand.
Set in 1358 Scotland, I was thoroughly invested in Callum Grant and Marsaili Campbell’s story from begging to end. Their story lingered long after the last page. Filled with romance, danger, excitement, treachery, betrayal, continued threats, death defying struggles and passionate encounters, kept me turning pages all through the night. A few moments of heart stopping incidents kept me emotionally invested in Callum and Marsaili’s story. Loved how their story continued to evolve. Another must read by Julie Johnstone! I always know when I pick up one of her books, I’ll not only be entertained, entangled and emotionally invested, but will also have a few hours of complete and utterly satisfying moments of another era and time.
A not to miss Medieval Scottish Romance!! Highly recommended for of fans Medieval Romance, Scotland, historical romance and fast paced, well written stories.
Rating: 5
Heat rating: Mild
Reviewer: AprilR
Betrayed by her father, Marsaili Campbell risks her life to recover what he has stolen from her. But when she’s kidnapped and wagered away, she has no one to help her escape other than the very man she’s spent the past three years trying to forget—Highland warrior Callum Grant. Laird Callum Grant thrust his clan into war for the love of a woman, only to lose her forever.
This is the seventh book in the series & whilst it could be read on its own, why would you when the whole series is simply brilliant. Also to fully appreciate this book I’d recommend reading the series in order. A lovely engrossing read of second chances, betrayal & learning to trust. The characters are very well portrayed & have plenty of depth, I’d been waiting & hoping that Marsaili would have her story, she deserved to find enduring love as she’s always been treated abominably by her family, Callum is toe curlingly gorgeous an honourable man who strives to do the right thing but his love for Marsaili is all consuming. The road to their HEA is strewn with hurdles they have to overcome. The pace of the story is very good & I read it in under a day. I love the author’s books & she’s one of my must read authors, this book is up there with her best, definitely a keeper.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
I was gifted a copy of When a Scott Gives His Heart. The story of Marsaili Campbell and Callum Grant is a complicated but thrilling love story. Johnstone spins a tale of true love and betrayal that pierces the heart. This is book seven in the Highlander Vows: Entangled Hearts series. Although it can be read as a standalone book, I recommend the entire series for the richness of the story.
When A Scot Gives His Heart by Julie Johnstone, wow! An absolutely riveting story! I don’t think any review I give can possibly do this story justice but I will try to explain why this is a 5 star read for me. I loved Callum and Marsaili! sparks fly from their very first encounter and they fly throughout the entire book! Callum and Marsaili by themselves, are great characters but together they are completely captivating. I just couldn’t get enough of them. I stayed up so late just so I could find out what happens. I loved the storyline, it was so entertaining and the writing was amazing! I love when I can feel what the characters are feeling and I definitely could with this one. This book has lots of danger, adventure and excitement in it. Lots of fantastic characters, and some downright evil villians. A truly wonderful read! Loved it.