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Culloden's Fire #3
Crown of Dreams
The award-winning author of Only Forever takes readers on a passionate and irresistible adventure set in 18th-century Scotland. Only weeks before she's to wed, lovely Devlin Chastain falls under the spell of a hotheaded Scottish rebel, who's willing to die for Bonnie Prince Charlie, Young Pretender to the British throne.
400 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 1993
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Kimberly Cates
58 books99 followersKimberly Cates lives in Illinois with her family.
Pseudonyms: Kimberleigh Caitlin and Kim Cates.
Pseudonyms: Kimberleigh Caitlin and Kim Cates.
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August 14, 2018
Let me preface by saying that I think Kimberly Cates is a talented author. I enjoyed her book Morning Song, so I decided to try Crown of Dreams. The difference being - the characters in Morning Song actually had the opportunity to develop feelings towards one another. I can understand Myles pining for Devlin (who names a heroin Devlin?) and being in love with her for years. But the deep seated hatred Dev expressed for Myles for about the first half of the book made it hard for me to believe she instantaneously discovered her earth shattering love for him after one night... albeit their wedding night. There was just no time for them to explore this new, finally mutual, love interest for it to be believable.
Also, you will never read the words 'magic' and 'dreams' more in your whole life. I get it - Crown of Dreams is the title. But I literally could have played a drinking game with the amount of times those words were used.
Bottom line is, this book was alright. However, if you're set on reading a Kimberly Cates novel, this isn't where I would start.
Also, you will never read the words 'magic' and 'dreams' more in your whole life. I get it - Crown of Dreams is the title. But I literally could have played a drinking game with the amount of times those words were used.
Bottom line is, this book was alright. However, if you're set on reading a Kimberly Cates novel, this isn't where I would start.
June 11, 2017
3.5 Stars. 4 Stars for the plot, 3 Stars for the bickering couple, and 3.5 Stars for character development.
September 23, 2021
Couldn't put this book down and had to read it in one sitting! I love how the magic and backstories were weaved so intricately within the entire book! :)
May 6, 2019
The handsome, muscular, heroic and charming Lord Myles Farringdon and the argumentative, intelligent, oustpoken and beautiful Devlin Chastain, have known each other since Devlin came to live at Myles's family home when she was very young and they have fought like cat and dog ever since!
Myles is the golden boy hero, who is loved and admired by everyone and Devlin is unloved by her mother and others around her, so she puts up a prickly wall protecting herself, from her loneliness and despair. Everything about Myles irritates her, his winning smile, his practical jokes, but the frustration works both ways between the two..... therefore, could this frustration really be something else between them? This all comes to a head when Devlin is set to marry the Honourable Braden Tracey.
A set of events spiral out of control and whilst on this dangerous and frightening adventure, they realise that they both love each other.
Devlin is afraid to show her true self and her true feelings, as she has been let down so many times in the past. Myles knows that Devlin has been ignored and treated badly, but how can he bring this beautiful woman forward, so that she will open her heart to him and embrace the life he wants to share with her.
From the first few paragraphs, this story unfolds, filled with humour, plots, love and passion, twists and turns abound!
But for me, it is the way Kimberly explains how life would have been at that time, both historically and factually. It is the way she describes the fruitlessness of war, the waste of young lives, when these innocent young men are coaxed into fighting for a glory that doesn't exist, only to be left on the battle field injured or dying in utter despair.
This romantic and passionate adventure is full of wonderful characters, which help to make this a very special love story. I adored this book!
Myles is the golden boy hero, who is loved and admired by everyone and Devlin is unloved by her mother and others around her, so she puts up a prickly wall protecting herself, from her loneliness and despair. Everything about Myles irritates her, his winning smile, his practical jokes, but the frustration works both ways between the two..... therefore, could this frustration really be something else between them? This all comes to a head when Devlin is set to marry the Honourable Braden Tracey.
A set of events spiral out of control and whilst on this dangerous and frightening adventure, they realise that they both love each other.
Devlin is afraid to show her true self and her true feelings, as she has been let down so many times in the past. Myles knows that Devlin has been ignored and treated badly, but how can he bring this beautiful woman forward, so that she will open her heart to him and embrace the life he wants to share with her.
From the first few paragraphs, this story unfolds, filled with humour, plots, love and passion, twists and turns abound!
But for me, it is the way Kimberly explains how life would have been at that time, both historically and factually. It is the way she describes the fruitlessness of war, the waste of young lives, when these innocent young men are coaxed into fighting for a glory that doesn't exist, only to be left on the battle field injured or dying in utter despair.
This romantic and passionate adventure is full of wonderful characters, which help to make this a very special love story. I adored this book!
August 30, 2020
Interesting read
This story tells of how Myles and Devin grow up with constant contention between themselves. As the story unfolds we see how the actions of one mother towards her daughter was a major influence. Meanwhile things get very complicated when Myles decides to fight for Charles Stuart which eventually takes him to that fatal battle Culloden Moor. What happens after that goes on to answer things Myles questioned from past situations.
This book highlights not just the cruelty and injustice of war but also how nothing really changes for the common man who fought to their death for their supposed rightful “sovereigns”.
This story tells of how Myles and Devin grow up with constant contention between themselves. As the story unfolds we see how the actions of one mother towards her daughter was a major influence. Meanwhile things get very complicated when Myles decides to fight for Charles Stuart which eventually takes him to that fatal battle Culloden Moor. What happens after that goes on to answer things Myles questioned from past situations.
This book highlights not just the cruelty and injustice of war but also how nothing really changes for the common man who fought to their death for their supposed rightful “sovereigns”.
January 17, 2022
Dreams and true devotion in this hero's story!
A little girl's nightmares and devotion to her daddy's memory grow into a young woman's desire for strength of character and need to make a difference. While the young man who grew up protecting the girl he saw that had an unwavering strength and love for those around her, except him, unknowingly draws her into his world of danger and falls head over heels for her! Exploding her safe predicted future into a world of unimagined happiness and love
A little girl's nightmares and devotion to her daddy's memory grow into a young woman's desire for strength of character and need to make a difference. While the young man who grew up protecting the girl he saw that had an unwavering strength and love for those around her, except him, unknowingly draws her into his world of danger and falls head over heels for her! Exploding her safe predicted future into a world of unimagined happiness and love
July 23, 2018
Wonderful romance, we two unlikely lovers. You need to be patient with them until they FINALLY discover they have loved each other since childhood. Highlight is an exquisitely written love scene on their wedding night.
For those of you who have read Gather the Stars and Angel's Fall (book 1 and 2 of the Culloden Fire series) you are given a bit more insight into Gavin and Adam prior to the battle of Culloden.
For those of you who have read Gather the Stars and Angel's Fall (book 1 and 2 of the Culloden Fire series) you are given a bit more insight into Gavin and Adam prior to the battle of Culloden.
October 24, 2020
Kimberly Cates delivers everything I want from historical romance. Myles and Devlin may have thought they knew each other from growing up together, but when a rash moment sends them off into exile, that's when things kick up a few levels. There's also the small matter of Devlin's betrothed to Myles's best friend, wars past and present, the ache of loss and betrayal, and, above all, the hope that only love can bring.
November 8, 2018
I've always loved stories involving Scotland.
We all have dreams! Most we never understand... I love the story of Myles and Devlin. The dreams of the Scotland before, during, and after the horrors of Colloden Moor. This story is woven intricately around friends, enemies, and lovers.
We all have dreams! Most we never understand... I love the story of Myles and Devlin. The dreams of the Scotland before, during, and after the horrors of Colloden Moor. This story is woven intricately around friends, enemies, and lovers.
January 3, 2019
Wow
Superbly written. This book has plenty of twists and turns. An unlikely and steamy romance develops amidst the turmoil of the second Jacobite rising. I love the detail in this story. So many books rush the ending and this one took time to fully develop the story of which I am incredibly appreciative. Thank you for the good read!
Superbly written. This book has plenty of twists and turns. An unlikely and steamy romance develops amidst the turmoil of the second Jacobite rising. I love the detail in this story. So many books rush the ending and this one took time to fully develop the story of which I am incredibly appreciative. Thank you for the good read!
September 5, 2020
Really enjoyed this
They'd grown up together but only got to know each other when she was nearly married to another. The story explores dreamers and realists, and the power of ordinary magic such as appreciating the small wonders around us, hoping and loving. I like how the husband imparts dreams to this wife and she later draws on them to heal his spirit when he is disillusioned.
They'd grown up together but only got to know each other when she was nearly married to another. The story explores dreamers and realists, and the power of ordinary magic such as appreciating the small wonders around us, hoping and loving. I like how the husband imparts dreams to this wife and she later draws on them to heal his spirit when he is disillusioned.
January 22, 2021
Dreams can be true
It took me a few chapters to realize this installment in the Culloden's Fire series takes place in time before and right up to the timeline of books 1 & 2. It was a great story.....Childhood nemesis to lover. Also , war is an awful being. No one escapes unscathed but can be overcome with love.
It took me a few chapters to realize this installment in the Culloden's Fire series takes place in time before and right up to the timeline of books 1 & 2. It was a great story.....Childhood nemesis to lover. Also , war is an awful being. No one escapes unscathed but can be overcome with love.
February 21, 2022
This is one of the best books I have ever read!
I am reading the series and, of the three, this one is the most magical. Kimberly Cates weaves a wonderful story that draws the reader in until they feel as if they are part of the story. She doesn't spit out books without thought. I look forward to the next book.
I am reading the series and, of the three, this one is the most magical. Kimberly Cates weaves a wonderful story that draws the reader in until they feel as if they are part of the story. She doesn't spit out books without thought. I look forward to the next book.
May 10, 2022
CROWN OF DREAMS: is a great read. Beginnings of the book take some explanation and stall the story. Once you get into MYLES and DEVLIN the romance and adventure begin. My favorite part of the book is the writing ! I loved the flow of grace and charm throughout. Oh yes, we have troubles and villains…. Enjoy.
August 31, 2020
Get the tissues ready
A very well written historical novel with characters you will love, plenty of action, betrayal, forgiveness of sorts, and an emotional rollercoaster. Very enjoyable.
A very well written historical novel with characters you will love, plenty of action, betrayal, forgiveness of sorts, and an emotional rollercoaster. Very enjoyable.
November 3, 2020
Too long
I don't know quite how to describe. It is exceedingly long, and boring at times, and Devlin is a witch for nearly half of the book. Myles was too much of a dreamer, which brings all kinds of trouble. Overall I enjoyed the ending, but getting there was a chore.
I don't know quite how to describe. It is exceedingly long, and boring at times, and Devlin is a witch for nearly half of the book. Myles was too much of a dreamer, which brings all kinds of trouble. Overall I enjoyed the ending, but getting there was a chore.
January 26, 2021
Great book
Another great book in this series but this should have been the first book. As I read the first two this one was the beginning of the story so I felt cheated that I knew of some things to come but also learned alot from this book.
Another great book in this series but this should have been the first book. As I read the first two this one was the beginning of the story so I felt cheated that I knew of some things to come but also learned alot from this book.
September 16, 2021
A wonderful tale
This book I enjoyed reading. I found myself transported to the woods of England to the fields of Scotland with each twist of the tale bringing me deeper in. I recommend it
This book I enjoyed reading. I found myself transported to the woods of England to the fields of Scotland with each twist of the tale bringing me deeper in. I recommend it
October 5, 2021
Another great story
Kimberly Cates has become one of my favorite authors. Her stories are unique, the characters real and the plots unexpected and interesting. I laughed and cried over each one. Thank you!
Kimberly Cates has become one of my favorite authors. Her stories are unique, the characters real and the plots unexpected and interesting. I laughed and cried over each one. Thank you!
October 10, 2021
Friends or Foes?
One of the most intriguing books I have read. This is truly a book you won't be able to put down. So have enough leisure time on hand before you begin to read.
Truly a book about knights rescuing damsels in distress!
One of the most intriguing books I have read. This is truly a book you won't be able to put down. So have enough leisure time on hand before you begin to read.
Truly a book about knights rescuing damsels in distress!
January 13, 2022
Enjoyable
This book is actually before the first book. At times the enmity between the two main characters seems as though it would be impossible for them to ever be in a good relationship.
This book is actually before the first book. At times the enmity between the two main characters seems as though it would be impossible for them to ever be in a good relationship.
February 8, 2022
Loved the interaction between Devlin n Myles. Their bickering made me laugh. The way they showed their love for each other was touching and Devlin trying to help Myles Thru the trauma of Culloden Moors was heart breaking.
May 6, 2024
Wonderful!
I really enjoyed this novel. I’m delighted to find this author, Kimberly Cates. I was transported back to England, Scotland & Ireland in this wonderful tale with such terrific characters.
I really enjoyed this novel. I’m delighted to find this author, Kimberly Cates. I was transported back to England, Scotland & Ireland in this wonderful tale with such terrific characters.
December 24, 2024
Crown of Dreams
I loved the characters, Dev and Myles. Cates painted such a clear picture of them, both physically and personality wise. The story pulled a lot of historical events in as well.
I loved the characters, Dev and Myles. Cates painted such a clear picture of them, both physically and personality wise. The story pulled a lot of historical events in as well.
January 1, 2018
Laughter and tears, traitors and heros, love and deception. A wonderful, captivating book.
September 17, 2020
Good read
It kept my attention. It was very suspenseful. I could not put it down. Very well written. A good book to read if you like historical romance.
It kept my attention. It was very suspenseful. I could not put it down. Very well written. A good book to read if you like historical romance.
February 8, 2021
An interesting read having to do with the time around the Battle of Culloden. Oh, there is a very good romance, too.
August 18, 2021
Rated 4.5
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June 15, 2022I tried reading this book two separate times. I’m bored out of my mind
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