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maureenlikethetango's review
5.0
This book was fantastic from start to finish. It grips you from the very first page, and Catrin and Evan are marvelous leading characters. Its Welsh setting is rich and lush and beautifully brought to life by Jeffries. Every aspect of what makes a romance novel great--adventure, conflict, love scenes, and emotion--is here in spades and so well done that it feels effortless.
loverofromance's review
4.0
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Catrin Price is a Welch widow, and feels the weight of a curse that has killed the men in her family for generations. Her husband died on their wedding day and is still a virgin. She needs to find the Chalice, which will allow her to marry again when its right and not have to worry about losing any chance at happiness and a family to love. Evan may be a scholar, but when one of his closest friends is brutally murdered he must seek out his killer or any information that he can find. Catrin is at the top of his list, he knows that she was one of the last people his friend saw and he must find her. But Catrin is not what he expected, innocent yet full of secrets. Catrin wonders if she can open her heart again even if it means losing another man she loves to the curse...
Windswept is a reissue of a book that Sabrina Jeffries wrote under the name "Deborah Martin". You fall into this story very quickly, which is not a surprise since its one of her older books of course. I did really enjoy the setting and the historical background that we become introduced into. There is a small and tiny mystical element surrounding the Chalice and a curse that was placed on Catrin's family. Basically every woman in her family that marries, the man they marry will die in some way. I really liked this twist in the story but the villain that comes into the story, is not what you expect to see. And yeah he is a pretty psychotic and obsessed element. The romance between Catrin and Evan is quite endearing. I love the way these two connect, from the beginning. Even though they are both keeping secrets from each other, they have such powerful chemistry. I really loved the way these two find so much they both need in each other. Our hero, has struggled with acceptance and being good enough in his life. Our heroine, has lost quite a bit in her young life. I did like how will do anything for a chance for love and to be able to hold onto it. And my favorite side characters were Rhys and Julianna (our couple from book one) and I love their quirkiness and solid support of Evan and Catrin. I also really liked the Welch cultural aspect of the story, since our hero is Welch and boy I liked that. Rough around the edges but soft and sweet on the inside. A sweet and mysterious love story that you fall quickly for.
So pretty and classic...I love the way her dress flows. Quite a beautiful reissued cover. And even though I like the older one too...they are both different.
Windswept is a passionate and charming story of Welch culture, a dangerous mysterious element, a bit of magic, and a whole lotta love and passion to get a kick out of!!! TRULY WONDERFUL!
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Summary
Catrin Price is a Welch widow, and feels the weight of a curse that has killed the men in her family for generations. Her husband died on their wedding day and is still a virgin. She needs to find the Chalice, which will allow her to marry again when its right and not have to worry about losing any chance at happiness and a family to love. Evan may be a scholar, but when one of his closest friends is brutally murdered he must seek out his killer or any information that he can find. Catrin is at the top of his list, he knows that she was one of the last people his friend saw and he must find her. But Catrin is not what he expected, innocent yet full of secrets. Catrin wonders if she can open her heart again even if it means losing another man she loves to the curse...
Plot and Story Line
Windswept is a reissue of a book that Sabrina Jeffries wrote under the name "Deborah Martin". You fall into this story very quickly, which is not a surprise since its one of her older books of course. I did really enjoy the setting and the historical background that we become introduced into. There is a small and tiny mystical element surrounding the Chalice and a curse that was placed on Catrin's family. Basically every woman in her family that marries, the man they marry will die in some way. I really liked this twist in the story but the villain that comes into the story, is not what you expect to see. And yeah he is a pretty psychotic and obsessed element. The romance between Catrin and Evan is quite endearing. I love the way these two connect, from the beginning. Even though they are both keeping secrets from each other, they have such powerful chemistry. I really loved the way these two find so much they both need in each other. Our hero, has struggled with acceptance and being good enough in his life. Our heroine, has lost quite a bit in her young life. I did like how will do anything for a chance for love and to be able to hold onto it. And my favorite side characters were Rhys and Julianna (our couple from book one) and I love their quirkiness and solid support of Evan and Catrin. I also really liked the Welch cultural aspect of the story, since our hero is Welch and boy I liked that. Rough around the edges but soft and sweet on the inside. A sweet and mysterious love story that you fall quickly for.
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The Cover
So pretty and classic...I love the way her dress flows. Quite a beautiful reissued cover. And even though I like the older one too...they are both different.
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Windswept is a passionate and charming story of Welch culture, a dangerous mysterious element, a bit of magic, and a whole lotta love and passion to get a kick out of!!! TRULY WONDERFUL!
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aquariandancer's review
4.0
Wales Book Two
Evan Newcombe is searching for his friend's murderer when his friend directs him to the Lady of the Lake, an old woman Evan has heard tales about since childhood. When he comes across the lovely Catrin Price emerging from the water in naught but a shift, he is stunned by the beauty. Catrin is afraid Evan might be the constable, searching for her after she fled London. When she purchased her family's chalice from Justin Mansfield she hurries from the tavern due to an unexplained feeling of dread. She hears of his death the next morning and knows that if she turns herself in no one would believe she was not involved.
If you're looking for a mystery set in historical Wales, this is the book for you!
*I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Evan Newcombe is searching for his friend's murderer when his friend directs him to the Lady of the Lake, an old woman Evan has heard tales about since childhood. When he comes across the lovely Catrin Price emerging from the water in naught but a shift, he is stunned by the beauty. Catrin is afraid Evan might be the constable, searching for her after she fled London. When she purchased her family's chalice from Justin Mansfield she hurries from the tavern due to an unexplained feeling of dread. She hears of his death the next morning and knows that if she turns herself in no one would believe she was not involved.
If you're looking for a mystery set in historical Wales, this is the book for you!
*I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
ajenkins979's review
3.0
I normally like Sabrina Jeffries' books, but this one not so much.
I don't know what it was about this book, but I was not interested what so ever in the story. I mean the story line itself was good, I guess it was the way it was told.
I don't know what it was about this book, but I was not interested what so ever in the story. I mean the story line itself was good, I guess it was the way it was told.
carenz's review
4.0
I really enjoyed the character development, and the plot kept me interested. A really nice Romance read!
dianed's review
4.0
What happens when a druid “princess” needs a special chalice to break a curse or anyone she marries will dies within 3 years? That is Catrin Price’s problem. She’s already been married once and her husband didn’t live long enough to make it to the Marriage Breakfast. Four generations of women in her family have lost their husband’s due to the curse. The chalice had been in the family until a male ancestor had sold it – bringing on the curse.
When Catrin travels to London to buy the chalice she becomes embroiled in a murder mystery. After completing her purchase, the Lord she bought it from is found dead. His friend, Evan Newcombe has now come to Wales to investigate the murder.
Using his position as a Cambridge professor who is a known scholar on Welsh history and tradition, he gets acquainted with Catrin and they begin to have feelings for each other. The problem is they are each hiding behind their secrets. Will their relationship be able to withstand the unveiling of their secrets? Are they strong enough to trust their hearts to another? And if Catrin didn’t kill Evan’s friend then who did and are they now in danger themselves?
Sabrina Jefferies does a wonderful job of combining romance, secrets, and danger to reach the Happily Ever After that they both deserve. My one complaint about this book is the many Welsh names and places that make reading hard going at times. Given the fact that the story takes place in Wales, it cannot be helped but it does make reading harder when you have no idea how to pronounce things.
First published under the author’s name Deborah Martin, Sabrina Jefferies is releasing these books under her own name. I received an advanced copy of this book in return for an honest review.
When Catrin travels to London to buy the chalice she becomes embroiled in a murder mystery. After completing her purchase, the Lord she bought it from is found dead. His friend, Evan Newcombe has now come to Wales to investigate the murder.
Using his position as a Cambridge professor who is a known scholar on Welsh history and tradition, he gets acquainted with Catrin and they begin to have feelings for each other. The problem is they are each hiding behind their secrets. Will their relationship be able to withstand the unveiling of their secrets? Are they strong enough to trust their hearts to another? And if Catrin didn’t kill Evan’s friend then who did and are they now in danger themselves?
Sabrina Jefferies does a wonderful job of combining romance, secrets, and danger to reach the Happily Ever After that they both deserve. My one complaint about this book is the many Welsh names and places that make reading hard going at times. Given the fact that the story takes place in Wales, it cannot be helped but it does make reading harder when you have no idea how to pronounce things.
First published under the author’s name Deborah Martin, Sabrina Jefferies is releasing these books under her own name. I received an advanced copy of this book in return for an honest review.
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