RETURN OF THE ROGUE
Donna Fletcher
Avon
ISBN: 978-0-06-137543-9
March 2008
Historical Romance

Honora Tannach has survived an abusive stepfather by her wits and determination. When she finds that he has arranged her marriage to the future Laird of the clan Sinclare, she is overwhelmed with relief. Finally, she will be free of his abusive reign. And her future husband appears kind and honorable, so life will be much less complicated.

But when Cavan Sinclare, the eldest son long believed dead in a horrific battle, arrives home, Honora’s stepfather insists that Honora weds Cavan. After all, with Cavan alive, he will be Laird. And in one fell blow, Honora’s stepfather once again destroys all thoughts of happiness. For Cavan is embittered and scarred from his long torturous capture, and he will not abandon his personal demons. Cavan is determined to find his youngest brother who was also enslaved by the same barbarians. Cavan cannot allow love and peace into his life while his brother suffers an unknown fate!

But Honora is more than a timid woman, and her appeal grows in intensity as her courage blooms. Soon, Cavan may realize that he has met his match in Honora. And perhaps one day, he will allow himself to cherish and love his wife, and take the first step towards eradicating his consuming guilt.

This was fabulous! Cavan was both honorable and scary, as an embittered warrior should be. Honora could have had a few more problems with overcoming her years of abuse, but she was still a wonderful character. The story was intriguing and realistic and a joy to read!

Reviewed by Rista Tompkins
Rating: 4