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Heart of Ashes (Hearts of the Highlands Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Paula Quinn (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,233 ratings
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Read Book One in a fabulous new Highlander Romance series, only from NYT Bestselling author Paula Quinn!

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A Scottish warrior and a Norman maiden clash in this stunning epic!

Cainnech (Cain) MacPherson’s hatred for the English was born when he was a lad of seven, the day they raided his village and killed his family. They took everything from him without mercy and tossed him onto the battlefield, where the memory of love faded to dust and left nothing in its wake but violence. Now, as Robert the Bruce’s most formidable, most lethal warrior, he wreaks havoc on his enemy, taking land by force and without mercy. But when he raids a small castle in Northumberland, he faces his greatest opponent yet—a bold, beautiful Norman lass who will see him dead at any cost rather than give up her home…even if it means tearing open his armored heart and stirring the ashes that remain.

Aleysia d’Argentan will do anything to keep the hated Scots out of her castle and away from her villagers. She has prepared for this day for the last four years, building traps in the forest, poisoning the grain, and hiding daggers wherever she could use them to kill her enemy. But she isn’t prepared for the brawny, brooding Highland warlord who invades her life—and her heart. He is an infuriating, irresistible opponent with a curious touch, a smoldering kiss, and a reluctant smile that begins to shine on her alone.

Can the ashes of his heart be stirred into flame by his enemy?

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About the Author

Paula Quinn, New York Times bestselling author, lives in New York with her three beautiful children, three over-protective Chihuahuas, and a loud umbrella cockatoo. She loves to read romance and science fiction and has been writing since she was eleven. She loves all things medieval, but it is Scotland that pulls at her heartstrings.



A student of neuroscience and speech pathology, Sean Patrick Hopkins has translated his understanding of human behavior and vocal performance into a career in storytelling. His classical training and versatility with dialects has helped to create distinct and varied characters across many genres. In addition to narrating over 100 audiobooks, he has been seen and heard on film, television, video games, and stages in New York City and across the country. When not in the booth, you can find him buried in genealogy research, out exploring our National Parks, and raising an amazing daughter alongside his wife, fellow narrator Patricia Santomasso.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07MTPL4X3
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dragonblade Publishing, Inc.; 2nd edition (January 14, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 14, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2589 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 257 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Paula Quinn is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling multi-published author of Scottish historical, paranormal, and fantasy romance. She is moved by music, beautiful words, and the sight of a really nice pen. She lives in New York with her three beautiful children, six over-protective chihuahuas, and a spoiled cockatiel. She loves to read romance and science fiction and has been writing since she was eleven. She's a faithful believer in God and thanks Him daily for all the blessings in her life. She loves all things medieval, but it is her love for Scotland that pulls at her heartstrings.

Her current work has been nominated for numerous Rone awards. To date, four of her books have garnered Starred reviews from Publishers Weekly. She has been nominated as Historical Storyteller of the Year by RT Book Reviews, and all the books in her MacGregor and Children of the Mist series have received Top Picks from RT Book Reviews. Her work has also been honored as Amazon's Best of the Year in Romance, and in 2008 she won the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence for Historical Romance. Her faerie series has been nominated for the 2017 Rone Award and has won the Sceal Award of Excellence from Books and Benches, as well as taking 2nd place for the 2016 Best Series award from the Paranormal Romance Guild. To date, two of her dragon-shifter romances have garnered Crowned Heart reviews from Ind'tale Magazine and Top Picks from Night Owl Reviews and The Romance Reviews.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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1,233 global ratings
Very, very good book and big recommendation if you love hot Highlander's
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Very, very good book and big recommendation if you love hot Highlander's
I've read so many books of Paula Quinn but this one took my hart. Loved it every word, every detail of how love between worse enemies Aleysia and Cain was growing so strong. She is fearless warrior and he is hot enemy. Loved audio voice so much. Definitely her best book and it deserves ten 🌟.
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choi
5.0 out of 5 stars Super
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2023
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Loved this book so very much. Strong characters and tearfully sad story but love prevails all. Full of action and very deep love. Thanks
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Betty 3
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2022
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The storyline was very good. However, I didn't like that the female lead was so disrespectful to the alpha male lead. There was very little romance. The male lead really showcased his skills in fighting at the end. I liked the female skills but not her attitude and manners. I will read the next book in this series to see if it is more romantic with a more agreeable female.
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Lori Dykes
5.0 out of 5 stars An Wonderful Adventure!
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2019
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Northumberland 1318 Lismoor Castle, the sounds of Bagpipes was haunting as Aleysia D'Argentan knew they signaled the coming of the Scots and a battle. The men sent by Robert the Bruce would be upon them, laying siege to the castle she had refused to forfeit to them after her brother was killed. I was riveted in the first few pages by the author's detailed descriptions and could almost feel the atmosphere and emotions!!
A fierce Norman warrior in her own right, having trained for years, she was ready to defend her home. Would rather die trying than give in! But how could a lass fight all those fierce warriors on her own? Her plan was going well with all the traps she had set until she saw him and knew "he was the most dangerous, the most savagely alluring man she'd ever set eyes on. It was almost a shame that he had to die." She almost killed him with her arrow from the trees and then he went after her.
Cainnech MacPherson, second Highland commander to King Robert the Bruce, was driven by his terrible childhood when everything was taken from him. His heart was in ashes and he wrecked havoc everywhere he went. Now he faces beautiful Aleysia who was willing to sacrifice her life for her home and people.
I just had to set this up because the beginning was so compelling. I could not wait to turn the pages and see how these two could possibly come together and the journey was that each fought against. Intrigue, mistrust, hate, mystery and strong emotions. Could it prevail as their attraction could not be denied?
Wow, just enjoyed this story so much, but how could I not? A brawny highland warrior, a fierce English woman with some side characters who brought humor to the story in a complex tale. Prepare to be enthralled! Cannot wait until the next story in this new series!!
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Ronda Tutt
5.0 out of 5 stars Joyful Read
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2020
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I could totally live in Paula Quinn’s stories forever. This has to be one of the best Happy Ever After Endings I’ve read in a long time.

Aleysia and Cain were the perfect match for each other. Both characters are leaders with honor, respect, and loyalty no matter what side of the war you’re on. I admired them both.

Aleysia is a character I see as myself. A woman who has the balls and will to stand up for what she believes in and at the same time puts action behind her beliefs and words. Cain of course is a sexy and fierce Highlander like most Highlanders always are, however this Highlander showed and gave the respect due to the woman’s intentions of protecting her home and villagers.

This was such a joyful read and had a few touching and emotional moments where I could of cried. I was so happy with the ending that I couldn’t wait to download the second book in the series and start it.

I highly recommend all of Paula Quinn’s books.
Excellent read!
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darlene foster
3.0 out of 5 stars hot highlander
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2020
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Heart of Ashes, by Paula Quinn, became available at booksellers on 1-14-19. Hearts is book 1 in Ms Quinn's Hearts Of The Highlands series. Dragonblade Publishing kindly made this book available free of charge. In return I read and will give my honest review.

Ms Quinn wondered if she should stray from her familiar family of characters, I think the answer is yes. My only con was the heroine was a little too eager to jump into bed with our hero. I just can't see a young lady being so forward, & others letting her ask questions about sex. It stepped over the line for me. I suspended my belief system for much of the plot because I was having fun with the characters. The war for Scottish independence was real & King Robert The Bruce shows up!

Cain & Aleysia are both wounded by their horrid childhoods. Cain more so, it's an awful tale & one that could be true. Aleysia less so, but it was bent to fit the story so ok. This is where you begin to let go of preconceived notions. Cain wasn't as hardened as you'd think & when he falls in love he lands with a big thud. Aleysia is hardened more than a gently bred lady should be. She lives in crippling fear & has dealt with it by preparing for war. She's crafty, you'll love her ingenuity. She's a heck of a warrior. The first fight scene is terrific.

The supporting cast of characters are interesting and fill in the plot nicely. The villagers have coddled Aleysia & let her run wild, which couldn't happen in real life, but for the story it's perfect. I'm off to look for book 2, the Cain's younger brother. I like this series & Highlanders are hot.

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AM Kipp
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun Read
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2023
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This is a light read. A bit on the cheesy side, but sometimes that is nice. A fairly quick read.
Aleysia is determined to defend her home against the incoming Scots. Her brother dead, the villagers and the residents of her home are her family now, and she will protect them fiercely, one way or another. Cainnech, more appropriately known as Cain, is a battle worn Scots warrior, fighting for Robert the Bruce and the country he loves. Formidable and unyielding, he can’t help but as,ore what Aleysia has done to protect her people. But they are opposing sides. What will happen when a Norman and a Highlander come together.
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Bonnie K
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2023
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Loved this book. Paula Quinn has penned a great novel with two strong leading characters. Their interaction as the story unfolds is wonderful, flowing into a beautiful HEA.
I enjoyed the Audible narrator also, whose Scottish brogue seemed flawless.
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Theresa Dea
5.0 out of 5 stars War and love
Reviewed in Canada on June 30, 2021
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Loved, loved, loved this. A fiery Scotsman and a brave, courageous, compassionate English woman warrior. They should be enemies but as they are forced to spend time together something else grows - respect and love as hard fought as a battle on the fields.
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Nostalgic
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in Australia on December 23, 2021
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Another amazingly loveable, romantic and adventurous story. It had me glued to the story line from the beginning. Enjoyed the courageous heroine and the soul wounded hero characters thoroughly! Definitely recommend this story and author!!
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Maria
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional!
Reviewed in Canada on April 21, 2019
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Paula Quinn has done it again, this was a fast paced exciting read! Full of page turning action, intrigue and romance. No one does it better than Paula Quinn. If you love sexy Highlanders then this is for you.
I loved it and as every time I pick up a Paula Quinn novel I read it in one sitting.
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4.0 out of 5 stars esay to read could not put it down
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 20, 2019
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I really enjoyed this would like more stories to enjoy
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Julie
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable
Reviewed in Australia on January 17, 2020
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This was well written and an interesting story. A strong heroine, an imperfect hero and good villains.
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