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My Highland Spy

(Highland Spies #1)

Victoria Roberts (Goodreads Author)

3.89 · Rating details · 716 ratings · 150 reviews

This Highland Laird won't bow to the Crown

Laird Ruairi Sutherland refuses to send his only son away to be educated by the English. And he most definitely will not appear in Edinburgh to pay homage to a liege who has no respect for Scotland. So he does what any laird would do—he lies to the king. The last thing Ruairi expects is a beautiful English governess to appear on hi ...more

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Sep 06, 2015 Chryssa rated it really liked it

Shelves: audiobooks, romance-medieval, coverlicious, scots-welsh-and-highlanders, warriors-all-kinds, vivliomania, listened, romance-historical, loved-it, siblings-or-cousins-series

THIS book must be one of the most pleasant suprises of my latest book choices!

I just wanted a Highlander book and randomly chose this without having read any reviews or received a recommendation about it.

And then...SURPRISE! The story was about the English spy heroine that went undercover as a governess to the son of the Highland laird that was suspected of scheming against the Crown. It seems so cliché, right? Even so, the story developed in such a way with the right amount of funny dialogues ( ...more

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Aug 18, 2014 Lori {Romancing the Dark Side} rated it really liked it

Shelves: historical-romance, highlanders, reviewed, netgalleys-for-review, read-in-2014, 2014-coyer-summer-vacation-challeng

My first Victoria Roberts' historical romance novel, but it definitely won't be my last...Ruairi and Ravenna had me hooked from the first page to the last!

MY HIGHLAND SPY is a story filled with intrigue, adventure, a sweet romance and my favorite...highlanders! Ravenna Walsingham is not your average English lady, she works with her uncle as an accomplished spy for the Crown and her latest assignment has brought her to the home of Laird Ruairi Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands, a suspected thr My first Victoria Roberts' historical romance novel, but it definitely won't be my last...Ruairi and Ravenna had me hooked from the first page to the last!

MY HIGHLAND SPY is a story filled with intrigue, adventure, a sweet romance and my favorite...highlanders! Ravenna Walsingham is not your average English lady, she works with her uncle as an accomplished spy for the Crown and her latest assignment has brought her to the home of Laird Ruairi Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands, a suspected threat to the Crown. Posing as a governess to Laird Sutherland's son Torquil, Ravenna plans to uncover any conspiracy but soon realizes the only danger lurking is the possibility losing herself to the handsome and charming Highland laird and compromising her assignment.

Everyone that reads my reviews knows my favorite kind of heroine is a strong, independent one with a smart mouth and Ravenna fits this description perfectly. This type of leading lady isn't so prevalent in historical romance so I knew Ms. Robert's story would be a real page turner. Ravenna is a smart, kind and determined woman who is extremely protective of her family and loyal to those she cares for, despite being a spy for the King. She has some preconceived prejudices against highlanders so it was great to see her guarded interactions with everyone when she arrives at Ruairi's home. I really enjoyed her character and love how organically she fit into Ruairi's world, as if she were always meant to be there. Ravenna held her ground with the smexy alpha and it was a great surprise to see a real heroine in this book, not a damsel in distress, which is common in this genre.

If there's an alpha hero I can't resist it's a highlander and Laird Ruairi Sutherland is as swoon worthy as they come! Territorial alpha males are welcomed but not mandatory in my books and Ruairi is a real fresh breath of air in this story. Like Ravenna, he's devoted to protecting his family (son) and clan, Ruairi is a great leader who doesn't mind sacrificing himself for the greater good. His determination to keep his son by his side after his wife's untimely death and not send him off to the English, tugged at my heart strings. He isn't the usual brooding male, he has a great sense of humor and his flirty banter with Ravenna are some of the most enjoyable moments in MY HIGHLAND SPY. The romance between Ruairi and Ravenna develops over time, even with their intense chemistry which made it all worthwhile..there was no drama between them. I was relieved to learn that Ravenna is an experienced woman and not a virgin which means these two could heat up the pages without a proposal or marriage, it was great to see two grown adults give into their passion with no expectations. These two are perfectly matched despite their cultural differences and bring out the best in each other. I couldn't get enough of them!

Another character I must mention in this review is Ruairi's best friend and right hand man, Fagan. He stole the show from Ruairi a few times with his wit and charm. His friendship with Ruairi is really sweet and I hope that Ms. Robert's considers him as a possible love match for Ravenna's younger sister Grace. The small glimpse of the interaction between them left me wanting their story!

MY HIGHLAND SPY was a fantastic introduction to Victoria Robert's captivating romance and larger than life characters. There's enough adventure and tension to keep you intrigued, with a steady pace that doesn't feel too rushed and allows you to really connect with the characters. New and old readers of historical romance are sure to find this a delightful reading experience. I mean, who doesn't love a sexy Highlander who speaks Gaelic and wears a kilt, right? ;)

*I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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Mar 22, 2015 Angie Elle rated it it was amazing

Thank you to SOURCEBOOKS CASABLANCA and Netgalley for providing a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 stars

Can we just take a second to bask in the beauty of this cover? A kilt and a stunning background? Yes, please! I can’t believe how long I let this book sit on my to be read list. I have really been missing out. I adored this story. The vernacular was much more modern that I would expect for the time period, but you know what? The author weaved such a wonderful tale that I ...more

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Feb 14, 2016 Vivisection rated it it was ok

Shelves: guilty-pleasures, historical-romance, smutty-reads

Meh.
Too many anachronisms
Not enough exposition
Boring heroine
Boring hero
Winsome tyke not so winsome
Evil nemesis not quite evil enough
Political intrigue not that intriguing
Three more sisters means three more books
And for fuck's sake, what kind of British governess/"spy for the Crown" canna read French?

At least there was Angus the wolf to hold the narrative together.
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Jun 05, 2014 Vicki rated it it was amazing

5+ stars

Victoria Roberts knocked it out of the park with this one. I was hooked on My Highland Spy the second I started reading it. I loved Ravenna. She is a strong, feisty and independent English lady who is determined to succeed in everything she does. She is not happy to learn that she will be sent to live among the barbaric Highlanders and have to teach English to Laird Sutherland's son. She soon learns that not everything she has heard about highlanders is true. Ruairi is the strong, handso ...more

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Jun 11, 2014 Farrah rated it really liked it

An enjoyable, sweet romance, My Highland Spy was a wonderful read. I really liked this book. From the likable character, to the sweet romance, this book was lovely.

Ravenna was a good heroine. She was strong, clever, protective of her family, and a kind person in general. Though she served as the king's spy, she was first and foremost loyal to the people she cared about. I thought she was a great character and I really liked her.

Ruairi was wonderful. He was so sweet and totally devoted to the peo ...more

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Aug 28, 2014 Julie rated it it was amazing

Even a spy for the Crown cannot resist this Highlander in his sexy kilt.

This was the first book by Victoria Roberts that I have read, but it certainly won’t be the last. I don’t typically go for the historical romances, but something about the description of this one piqued my interest. I am so happy I went with that instinct.

Ravenna has a mission, and despite her reluctance to go to Scotland to fulfill that mission she is determined to do it and do it well. She is going to pretend to be Laird Even a spy for the Crown cannot resist this Highlander in his sexy kilt.

This was the first book by Victoria Roberts that I have read, but it certainly won’t be the last. I don’t typically go for the historical romances, but something about the description of this one piqued my interest. I am so happy I went with that instinct.

Ravenna has a mission, and despite her reluctance to go to Scotland to fulfill that mission she is determined to do it and do it well. She is going to pretend to be Laird Ruairi’s son’s governess while gathering information for the Crown. She intends to be focused and thorough in her mission. Then she meets Laird Ruairi. With his penetrating eyes and sexy kilt she finds it difficult to keep up her pretense.

“Ruairi couldn’t say what surprised him more- the fact that Mistress Denny so blatantly approved of his handsome visage or the look on her face when she realized he understood every word she said.”

Laird Ruairi has put off the king as long as he can and has not been set upon by a spy. He knows nothing of this and only thinks this woman is here to teach his son English. He also hasn’t felt anything for a woman since his wife passed. Now Ravenna is here and has grabbed hold of his attention with both hands.

“He lowered his head and brushed a soft kiss to her forehead. ‘A rose…for the bonniest lass who ever graced the Highlands.’”

With secrets being kept and two people with very different agendas falling in love, will loyalty or love win in the Highlands?

This book was such a wonderful surprise for me. I was slowed down at first by the language that I wasn’t used to but the story was so engrossing that I overcame that easily. There was humor and excitement and characters so rich they each had their own voices in my head. I would recommend this book to anyone, whether you are a fan of historical romance or a newcomer to it, such as I was. I look forward to reading another book by Victoria Roberts very soon.

An ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review.
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Jun 08, 2014 Melba rated it it was amazing

I was hooked on My Highland Spy the second I started reading it. The plot was well paced and, I was kept interested through the entire book. The main characters connection was instant and they tried to fight it but fate had other plans. I always enjoy a book with witty humor and sarcasm, this book doesn't disappoint.
My Highland Spy was a wonderful historical romance. It was a sweet, enjoyable read.. Romance lovers, you might want to check this book out.

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Aug 31, 2018 vicky rated it really liked it

I went into this book with zero expectations, and I can solidly say that it’s a book I’ve enjoyed the most out of anything I’ve read for quite a while.

the writing is good, the book is well paced (well, the romance is pretty quick but hey, it’s a romance book, it’s not pretending to be otherwise), the characters are interesting and it’s got some decent plot twist and turns that make you feel all of the emotional spectrum.

I LOVED Ravenna as a protagonist, and i’m genuinely sad to see the other b ...more

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Sep 16, 2013 Nicole Laverdure rated it it was amazing

I devoured MY HIGHLAND SPY, written by Victoria Roberts! She has done it again! She did not disappoint me! This novel is the first story of her Highland Spies series. Lady Ravenna Walsingham is a brave and independent young English woman. She is a spy for the English crown and her next mission will be Ruairi so she needs to become the governess for his son, in order to infiltrate his home. Laird Ruairi Sutherland is a rugged and charming Highland Laird, who refuses to send his son to be educated ...more

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Oct 07, 2013 Kathy rated it it was amazing

I've read and enjoyed all of Ms. Roberts's books and this is my favorite. It is a fast paced, lovely and fun read with characters you care about. Ravenna and Ruairi's romance proceeds at a good pace without unnecessary angst and misunderstandings. They both are strong, smart and sexy. What more does a reader want? Kilts and Gaelic? You got it. For me what made the book special was that I really loved the secondary characters: Torquil, Angus, Grace, Elizabeth and Kat. You get to know some of them ...more

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Oct 15, 2018 Jenny Jo Weir rated it liked it

Shelves: swoon-worthy, the-marrying-type, ok-read

Let me explain. I only read this because I wanted to read book 3 in the series and figured I would start with book 1. Was it great? No. Was it trash? No. it was a perfectly adequate book. A little predictable and a little dull but entertaining enough to not make me quit. I liked it well enough.

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Jan 21, 2014 ρυηүα [Punya Reviews...] rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: brilliant-cover, arc-reviewcopy-netgalley-edelweiss, highlander-scot, victoria-roberts

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My Highland Spy, book 1 of the Highland Spies series by Victoria Roberts was an overall fun read of the fluffy kind, especially if you harbor the love of all things Highland and Highlanders like me. ;) This is a completely new series which talks about a family of Spies, who have been working for the Crown for some generations.

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Jul 24, 2014 Secret Realm Reviews&Services rated it it was amazing

Shelves: my-favorite-novels

5 stars

This is by far one of the best books Ive read in 2014. I can’t tell you all how amazing this story is. There was great amounts of emotions, mystery, romance, and action. Ravenna is the epitome of a independent and feisty heroine. She knew what she wanted and was determined to not stop until she did it right. She had the type of morals any of us would envy and easily you could look up to her. Always the best advice and under control with a professional attitude. But things change when she 5 stars

This is by far one of the best books Ive read in 2014. I can’t tell you all how amazing this story is. There was great amounts of emotions, mystery, romance, and action. Ravenna is the epitome of a independent and feisty heroine. She knew what she wanted and was determined to not stop until she did it right. She had the type of morals any of us would envy and easily you could look up to her. Always the best advice and under control with a professional attitude. But things change when she is sent to the highlands on a undercover mission. Revenna plays as a English governess for the handsome Lairds son. Revenna has never been a lady to crack under pressure but slowly the Laird Ruairi takes a grasp on Ravennas heart and suddenly everything she’s been living for changes dramatically. Not only does her heart begin to soften, her feelings cannot be denied for the Lairds loving son. In the beginning it was a mission, get in , get your information, and do your job. Ravenna dreaded going to the highlanders and doing this job but she had never turned down one yet and she wasn’t going to start now. Little did anyone know their lives would be changing forever.

Laird Ruairi hasn’t yearned for a woman since he lost his wife two years before. But as the lovely Ravenna walks into his castle he couldn’t help the instant attraction. Hard to have her around, he continued on with his daily duties trying to act as if this intoxicating governess wasn’t upon them but it was a feeble thought and action. I can personally say I loved the banter between the two of them. They both tried so hard to deny their attraction! The more they denied this, the deeper it became and the harder it became for them to ignore these deep feelings. There was such a budding romance happening before your eyes! You wanted to yell through the book at them to let their brains go and accept it and let the bodies do the talking for a moment. But what can I say? This made the book better, because they didn’t just fall into one another’s arms. The bond that begins with Ravenna and this castle of people is breathtaking, emotional, plenty of laughter, and a love that could last for eternity.

Can Ravenna convince Ruairi that she is trustworthy after it gets out she’s a spy?

Will the Laird forgive her for a trust broken? Can he believe their bond is a true one?

Will their love and passion conquer all?

I would suggest this book to anyone. I could not put this book down, and I tried many times. But this book called to me and beckoned me to finish and I did gladly. I had tears, but they weren’t really sad tears. I had tears of complete satisfaction. I would read this book again and again. I would suggest it to my best friends, give it out to my closest family members. I promise you this none of you will be disappointed. This book has become an addiction for me and I cannot wait to see whats next in this amazing Spy series.

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Jun 03, 2014 Landslide rated it really liked it

Shelves: fiction, sensual-romance, ebook, received-for-review, period-romance, netgalley, arc

*I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

This is the first of Victoria Roberts' books that I read and I hope it's not the last! I really liked the story and the characters of this book and I liked the author's writing even more as well as her options for the protagonists.

Lady Ravenna Walsingham was trained to become a spy at His Majesty's service just like her father and uncle before her. But the deceptions and the lies are starting to weight in on her, especially be *I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

This is the first of Victoria Roberts' books that I read and I hope it's not the last! I really liked the story and the characters of this book and I liked the author's writing even more as well as her options for the protagonists.

Lady Ravenna Walsingham was trained to become a spy at His Majesty's service just like her father and uncle before her. But the deceptions and the lies are starting to weight in on her, especially because her sister Grace is getting more and more suspicious that Ravenna is leading a double life, and she's not necessarily suspecting it's espionage...

Her most recent mission involves getting infiltrated in a Scottish Highlander's castle as his son's tutor since he has successively denied to send his son to be educated in the English language and costumes, with the excuse that his wife is too sick and he doesn't want to deprive her of her son's company. Besides that, the Laird himself has refused to participate in the mandatory meetings in Edinburgh for the same reason, which generates the feeling that he's refusing the King's authority and may be involved in a conspiracy against the kingdom. It's up to Ravenna to ascertain the accuracy of the facts and report them to her uncle.

Laird Ruairi Sutherland is not pleased to have an English woman snooping around on his businesses but he has no choice. Which doesn't mean he's going to make things easy for her... He starts by pretending he doesn't speak nor understand English, which originates a particularly funny scene since the attraction between them is intense and immediate and Ravenna ends up saying too much because she thinks he doesn't understand her...

I really liked the way the romance between them developed since, luckily, there's no love at first sight. What there is is immediate attraction and they both decide to act on it, without guilt or prejudices and conscious that their time together is limited. Ravenna feels more at ease and relaxed in Scotland than she has felt in London for a long time, even knowing she's pretending to be someone she's not. And Ruairi finds in Ravenna the companion he never found in his first wife. But they both hide a secret that can keep them apart forever...

The secondary characters are great also, especially Ruari's son, Torquil, an adorable kid, and Fagan, Sutherland's guard captain, the only one who isn't afraid to tell Ruairi what he thinks and that is going to be the protagonist of the next book.

Another thing I'd like to stand out is that the protagonist is not a virgin and the hero not only doesn't slut-shame her when she tells him, he really doesn't care... ...more

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Jun 02, 2014 Sonya Heaney rated it it was ok

Shelves: historical-romance

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It’s a difficult thing to write historical romance set in 1609, and doubly so when combining English and Scottish settings and cultures. How modern do you make the dialogue and the mannerisms? How “Scottish” do you make the Scottish people and settings? How much history do you include to create your setting?

I’m not really fan of overwriting Scottish brogue, for example:

‘What did ye expect? How long did ye think ye’d be able to hold King James at bay? Ye havenae show

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May 15, 2015 Stormi (BMReviewsohmy) rated it really liked it

Who doesn’t love a Highlander, those kilts, that sexy accent….sighs. I want one. :)

This is my first novel by this author but I can’t wait to read/listen to more. I am so glad I have the second one to dig into soon!

Laird Ruairi Sutherland won’t bow to the king of England and send his son to England to be taught English. So to some that means he could be part of those who want to fight against the English King. So they send a spy to check him out in the guise of a governess to teach his son Englis Who doesn’t love a Highlander, those kilts, that sexy accent….sighs. I want one. :)

This is my first novel by this author but I can’t wait to read/listen to more. I am so glad I have the second one to dig into soon!

Laird Ruairi Sutherland won’t bow to the king of England and send his son to England to be taught English. So to some that means he could be part of those who want to fight against the English King. So they send a spy to check him out in the guise of a governess to teach his son English. Lady Ravenna Walsingham is that spy. She has been working for her uncle since her parents died so that her sisters would never have to do anything like this or worst.

Ravenna figures that the Laird is going to be a horrible brute but she didn’t think he was going to be so handsome. What was suppose to be a pretty easy assignment is about to get complicated when she falls for the highlander and his son. To bad he is going to hate her when he finds out she is a spy.

Laird Ruairi is a very head strong, handsome, and stubborn Scott. Sighs. I have a soft spot for Scotts. They just make me melt, I love the Scottish accent and this Laird could melt any heart. He is a great father to his son and he won’t give in on what he thinks is right. He won’t fight the English unless they come after him even if it gets him in trouble with his ex father-in-law.

Ravenna is a pretty spunky lady which I love. I mean she is a spy, can’t get much more spunky than that. She does have a fear of dogs, but lots of people are like that. And well Angus is not just a dog but a wolf so I will give her that one. She takes to the Lairds son quickly and has a lot of fun teaching him English. She also takes fairly quickly to the handsome Laird, bu I don’t think I can fault her for that either…he would just talk to me in that accent and I would be a goner. :)

My Highland Spy was a very good sexy book and I enjoyed it very much. If you like Scots and historical romances then I am sure you will like this one as well. :) I think I just want the man on the cover…sighs. :) ...more

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Sep 21, 2014 Frances McNeal rated it really liked it

4.5 Stars

Victoria Roberts has written another great story! My Highland Spy is the first book in her next series called Highland Spy and it features Lady Ravenna Walsingham and Laird Ruairie Sutherland. What made the story unique for me is that Ravenna is the spy. When reading historicals, I love to read where the women are strong-willed, smart and witty. Ravenna meets all of that and more! How daring for her to be an English spy and go undercover in the Highlands as a governess. Up until now she ...more

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Oct 31, 2014 Elis Madison rated it really liked it

Shelves: hero-needs-colonoscopy-2-find-head, era-jacobean, a-bit-of-mystery, hidden-identities, somebody-done-somebody-wrong

Lady Ravenna Walsingham is the responsible older sister, taking care of her three unruly younger sisters—by day. But she's leading a double life, because she's also a

Tasked by James VI to go spy on a highland laird believed to be conspiring against the crown, she makes lame excuses to her sisters and heads off, posing as a governess sent by the king to tutor his young son.

Laird Ruairi Sutherland has problems. First, King James has ordered that all highland lairds send their heirs to be educated ...more

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Jul 17, 2014 Linda rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: challenge, net-galley, kindle-books, highland-books, historical-romance, challenge-2014

Book graciously provided by Sourcebooks via NetGalley for an honest review .

Delightful start to a new series with engrossing non stop storyline, no slow or dull parts in this book ; wonderful ly engaging characters make for. A book hard to put down.

Our heroine is Lady Ravenna Walingsham a young women , charged with raising her younger sisters since the early deaths of her parents , she chooses to follow in her fathers footsteps and becomes a spy for the crown, but doing her duty for country and ...more

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Jan 25, 2014 Heather rated it it was amazing

Oh this book was goooood! Ravenna is one of the Crown's most talented spies. Her latest assignment sends her to the Highlands to keep an eye on Laird Ruairi Sutherland. However, amid all the chaos and drama in the Highlands, the two become very close.

I always enjoy a book with witty humor and sarcasm and this book does not disappoint. The characters' interactions had me laughing one second, frustrated the next, and worried not much later. It was a wonderful experience. Ravenna and Ruairi sizzle ...more

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Aug 04, 2014 Jonel rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: kindle

What a bewitching novel! Court intrigue melds with romance in an unforgettable manner. Roberts’ descriptions make this story come to life in a vivid way. You can’t help but picture the amazing scenery surrounding the characters. She transports you back in time, where you fall in love with her story, her characters, and the land. The novel itself was well thought out & edited. The storyline was fascinating. Roberts had me on edge throughout.

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Jun 04, 2014 Kimi Court rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I read this book and have to say that Victoria Roberts has done it again. I loved this book. You have the main characters who meld together and yet are feisty. I love a good book that makes you laugh and two people who like each other but refuse to admit it to themselves. They start making sarcastic remarks and such. That makes a great book. The book also makes for a great spy book. I mean You have a female go in and see if the male is doing bad things. Comes to find out the female is falling fo ...more

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Jun 23, 2014 Sarah (Head Stuck In A Book) rated it really liked it

Shelves: owned-and-read, historical-romance, review-copy, arc, sourcebooks-casablanca, 2014-september

My Highland Spy is an intriguing debut novel in an all new historical romance series, an exciting start to what is sure to be an amazing series.

Lady Ravenna is a spy for the Crown, sent undercover as a governess to Scotland and to the home of Laird Ruairi Sutherland to teach his young son English, she soon discovers that Highlanders are not barbarians as she was lead to believe and instead finds herself falling for this rugged and handsome Scotsman.

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Jun 03, 2014 Linda rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: romance, historical-romance, historical, highlands-romance

She was a stubborn English lass, but he was a clever Scot.

MY HIGHLAND SPY by Victoria Roberts is an outstanding sweet and hot historical romance. I was first drawn to the book by the stupendous cover; I'm a sucker for purple and the gown pictured on the cover is beyond GORGEOUS! Victoria seamlessly blends history, Scottish lore, witty humor, intrigue, passion and sensuality into this highly entertaining tale. It heralds a great start to Victoria's new Highland Spies series. This particular tale ...more

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Jun 05, 2014 My Book Addiction and More MBA rated it it was amazing

Shelves: scotland, medieval-era, highlanders, highland-warriors

MY HIGHLAND SPY by Victoria Roberts is an awesome Scottish Medieval Historical Romance. #1 in the new and exciting “Highland Spies” series. What a beginning!

Once again, Ms. Roberts has shown readers her expertise in anything and everything Scottish. Fast paced with plenty of adventure, action, emotion and romance. I did not want to stop reading once I got started. With betrayal, intrigue, romance, and sensuality, you do not want to miss this exciting Scottish read. I absolutely loved it from beg ...more

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Aug 11, 2014 Laura rated it it was amazing

Great New Series!!

Victoria has done it again with another fantastic book! I was hooked from the first page until the last page in this book. Lady Ravenna Walsingham is a spy for the Crown, she is being sent by the Crown to pose as an English governess to Scotland to teach Laird Ruairi Sutherland’s son how to read and speak English. Ravenna must found out the truth if Laird Ruairi is plotting against the Crown. However, Ravenna was not prepared for the attraction she felt for Laird Ruairi, which ...more

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Jun 24, 2014 Natasha rated it really liked it

I really enjoyed this story. It took a bit for me to get into it, but toward the end I couldn’t put it down. Ravenna is smart, sassy and just the right amount of defiant. Ruairi never stood a chance. I really enjoyed him as a character as well. He was strong, protective and understanding all rolled into one overpowering laird. I loved how much time the author gave us to get to know the two characters together. She didn’t rush things and hope it was believable. We were able to grow with the chara ...more

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Aug 06, 2014 Blodeuedd Finland rated it liked it

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Spy meets highlander and falls in love. That is the story.

I did think that the book could have been longer, maybe only 50 pages more to put some meat on the bones. They met and were in lust a second later. I would have wanted more around that. It was too quick. Very insta and in a way not, time went by, we just did not see it.

Ravenna spies for the crown and is sent to see what a certain sexy highlander is up to. Ruairi just wants to be Scottish and not send his son to Edinburgh and what's wrong ...more

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Jun 04, 2014 Kimia Safavi rated it it was amazing

Loved it

My Highland Spy is a fantastic highland romance and it will draw you right into the story from the first page.Ravenna is a strong, clever and independent English lady who severe as a spy for the king.When Laird Ruairi Sutherland refuses to send his son to be educated by the English, the crown send Ravenna as a governess to teach Ruairi' son English and spy on him. Ruairi is a strong, handsome and great father for his son and his clan.It is a fun and enjoyable read with adventures and rom ...more

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Victoria Roberts

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Award-winning author Victoria Roberts writes Scottish historical romances about kilted heroes and warriors from the past. She was the recipient of the 2013 RT Book Reviews Reviewers' Choice award for Best Medieval Historical Romance for X MARKS THE SCOT, as well as the 2014 BTS Book Reviews Red Carpet award for Best Historical and Best Book of the Year for MY HIGHLAND SPY.

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Quotes from My Highland Spy

“I am not chaste."
Ruairi pased. She hadn't noticed the strained tone in her voice, but an inner torment began to gnaw at her. The harder she tried to ignore the truth, the more it persisted. She lowered her eyes and waited to be judged.
He lifted her chin with his finger and his eyes captured hers. "Then ye are in luck... because neither am I.” — 3 likes

“The Highland men and women certainly dress differently than we do, even when we're out in the country. Why do you think the Scotti9sh men wear those ridiculous skirts, George?"
Enough was enough. Fagan approached the table and gave her a roguish grin. "'Tisnae a skirt, lass. If I wore something under it, then it would be called a skirt.” — 3 likes

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