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Return to Me

Melissa MacKinnon (Goodreads Author)

4.22 · Rating details · 59 ratings · 19 reviews

Archaean bounty hunter Marek Coinnich isn't particularly fond of Engels. In fact, he prefers them dead. But to save his injured brother, he must enter the manor of an Engel enemy. Marek finds himself enthralled by the slave girl nursing his brother back to health. When his enchantment with her lands them in a compromising position, he refuses to let the young beauty pay fo ...more

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Published August 19th 2014 by EsKape Press

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Jul 30, 2014 Sarah Ballance rated it it was amazing

Oh, my heart. Debut author Melissa MacKinnon takes readers on a breathtaking journey where passion and danger posi-freaking-lutely explode. Yep, I said it. They 'SPLODE! Brynn and Marek can't even exchange glances without sparks flying, so when they get close you can count on your e-reader getting a little too hot to handle. MacKinnon's voice is unfailing, and her ability to convey these characters will have you so invested in the story that when you hit the end you're going to have a big sad wh ...more

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Aug 12, 2014 Susie Beech rated it it was amazing

I love reading Historical Romance, and although this has a fantasy element which I wouldn't normally choose, I am so glad I read it. Melissa Mackinnon has skilfully woven an ancient time and place into the story so that it is totally believable. Brynn, a blonde haired blue eyed daughter of an Engel is mistreated in the home of her dark haired father and brothers. She sticks out as coming from the Archaean lands, their direct enemies. Abused and beaten, Brynn is rescued by Marek, a warrior bounty ...more

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Nov 18, 2014 InD'tale Magazine rated it it was ok

Shelves: 2014-holiday-issue, genre-historical, rating-2-star

Enemy to lovers is a beloved trope in the romance genre. With good reason, for it proves that love can overcome many obstacles.

Read full review in the 2014/2015 Holiday issue of InD’tale Magazine. ...more

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Nov 22, 2015 Danica Page (One Page at a Time) rated it it was amazing

Shelves: out-in-2014, by-an-author-i-ve-read-before, fantasy

I adored everything about this book. I stayed up way too late reading it. It was beautifully written and an engaging book from page one to the very last page.

This is an adult novel recommended for 17+. I absolutely loved every minute of it. Recommended.

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Oct 01, 2020 June rated it really liked it

Could not put it down. Loved how Brynn, after a few flubs, becomes the heroine of the story

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Jan 24, 2015 Sue Davis rated it it was amazing

This is one you don't want to miss

Melissa has mad a great start with her first book, her main characters as well as the secondary characters were well developed ,well thought out and will leave you hoping that she will bring them back in future books. There are two different type of people here the Archaean ,who are born and raised to be warriors (bounty hunters) and the Engel, who are people who have the titled rich,and the peasants. And their is a war going on.The Archaean Marek Coinnich ,on This is one you don't want to miss

Melissa has mad a great start with her first book, her main characters as well as the secondary characters were well developed ,well thought out and will leave you hoping that she will bring them back in future books. There are two different type of people here the Archaean ,who are born and raised to be warriors (bounty hunters) and the Engel, who are people who have the titled rich,and the peasants. And their is a war going on.The Archaean Marek Coinnich ,on this way home where in a his brother was injured .When infection sat in he had to do one thing he hated, ask at a Engel manor for medical help. The young girl with yellow hair sent to care for his brother, he though the girl a slave. When he accidently he touched her by trying to catch her when a jealous girl pushed her down the stairs in the night.And he diid break her fall but she landed on him. An of course was caught. Her father threw a fit , denounced her and had her but in a cell, where her brother came to talk later and in the morning the young warrior came to see if she was alright before he left and found out she was to be whipped for her indecent behavior and shaming her father. The Archaean warrior could not believe a man would do this to a daughter,went to where he was told it would be. He tried to get though the crowd but he could see she was tied up and beat unconscious. He got though and cut her down and took her with them. The warriors didn't know what they would do with her but couldn't leave her to died because he had touched her. but another problem his he is drawn to Brynn like to know other, which he fought those feeling while still caring for her. Deciding that leaving her with a wealthy family as a nanny , he though that he had done it ,even making it plain she was not to be hurt or touched. But he was lied to there was no nanny job. Will Marek ever find out? What will happen to 17 year old Brynn? Brynn and Marek seemed like a love destined to be but he could not let it happen. He headed own home. Life wasn't easy but she survived . While you want to pull for them, with what you know it is hard. Melissa has even developed even the comedic timing that would come from a group who spend all their time together. It is a fast moving story that will keep you on the edge.You will hope that she will bring the characters to future book and you hope some of the other stories will be told.You have sword and knife fights, complete with a real bloody battle ,Hot chemistry and a love story.But there is also the love between Talon and Brynn, a love as real and genuine as you can think of. I can not wait to read more from this author.For a first book she has wrote a book that will grab you from beginning to the end. It will be the book you want to read more than once. ...more

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Jun 08, 2015 Shelley rated it really liked it · review of another edition

A very good historical romance with very interesting paranormal/mysical content. I found this book highly enjoyable and devoured it in just over one sitting. I simply couldn't put it down. I would rate it a 4 1/2stars mainly due to the editing. I found quite a few sentences throughout the book that I had to reread several times to understand the meaning due to the way it was worded. A good editor would've caught that and smoothed it out. I by know means have trouble reading and comprehending, ve A very good historical romance with very interesting paranormal/mysical content. I found this book highly enjoyable and devoured it in just over one sitting. I simply couldn't put it down. I would rate it a 4 1/2stars mainly due to the editing. I found quite a few sentences throughout the book that I had to reread several times to understand the meaning due to the way it was worded. A good editor would've caught that and smoothed it out. I by know means have trouble reading and comprehending, very rarely do I find this type of issue. It really disrupts the flow of reading and breaks your concentration. Otherwise would've rated it a 5 star. I won't go into the story as the synopsis gives you that and I try and not do spoilers. The h/ h were both highly likeable characters. The supporting characters were also very well done, making the book easily be a start of a series. There is action, war, suspense, romance, hunky alpha warriors, and descriptive, steamy sex scenes. Marek, our hero, does his best to keep his honor and make thing's right while being the warrior he is. Brynn, our heroine, goes from being a mouse that hides in the shadows to the mouse that roared!!! I do think she could've made things easier on Marek at times, but understand some of her reasonings. The author did an excellent job on including "the Gods", though it would've been nice to know which Gods that were being talked about. We're they Norse Gods, Greek Gods, the Gods the pagans prayed to or some made up Gods? It would've added a better spin to the story. I also enjoyed how "the Gods" in this story were different than what was normally in historical fiction, such as Catholics, Protestants and such. That was a nice change. I thought the mystical/supernatural/ paranormal aspects included in this novel were highly unique and interesting to read about. I hope there are more books related to this novel. This is the first time I've read this author and thought she did a terrific job. I look forward to reading more of her books. I highly recommend this book to those that enjoy interesting, different, historical romances that have alpha warrior males in it. Those who are sensitive to books that have steamy sex scenes may not want to read this. Also those readers who find books that have religions that aren't Christian based offensive,may not want to read this. I found this book highly realistic, even with the paranormal/supernatural aspects included. During time period this took place, people were highly superstitious to the degree that suspected witches were burned. There was also many who believed in various Gods and also lived off of the earth. They worshipped many different Gods in a mother earth type of way. This will definitely be a book in will probably reread again, it was that enjoyable. ...more

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Feb 07, 2015 Krystal rated it really liked it

Let me begin by saying that this book is NOTHING like I was expecting. I was expecting a regular romance with some historical and paranormal twists. What I got was something so much more. To begin with - I was immediately pulled into this story. You couldn't help but feel sorry for Brynn as she is accused of things she did not do, and sentenced to a punishment (by her own father nonetheless) that would surely kill her. Marek establishes himself pretty early on as someone who protects others (es ...more

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Aug 19, 2014 Colleen rated it it was amazing

Beautifully written book from cover to cover. With the turning of each page, it left me wanting more. This historical romance was set in a time where warriors were out to get blood and this book has plenty of great battle scenes, intertwined with a truly magical romance. It was incredibly easy to place yourself in the story within the first few pages and read without wanting to stop. Brynn, a daughter of an Engel, is suddenly thrown into the arms of Marek, who is an Archaean warrior, and the sto ...more

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Jan 29, 2015 Jodi rated it it was amazing

I. LOVE. THIS. BOOK! Return to Me is a historical romance with a captivating plot. War, jealousy, unrequited love, passion, and a bit of magic all combine in this amazing tale. You will laugh, you will cry, you will curl your toes in anticipation! I almost instantly became immersed, and could not put this book down. The story features Brynn and Marek, forbidden lovers who are simply not meant to be… or are they? When these two enemies meet, the sparks fly- but they come from different worlds, an ...more

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Aug 06, 2014 Elizabeth rated it it was amazing

Melissa MacKinnon's debut novel better not be her last.

Here's what you can expect:

A hot hero who isn't always able to do exactly what you would expect (or want, paired with a heroine who isn't afraid to be a woman but is spunky, headstrong and determined to survive.

Toss in a few endearing minor characters, a hint of magic, and a few twists you will never see coming and you have a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't expect an easy road for MacKinnon's couple, they have more ...more

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Jan 27, 2015 Brandi Reeves-Pearson rated it it was amazing

I have to say, I was surprised at how much i enjoyed reading this book. This was a first for me. with the setting being back in the old ages. I literally felt i was taken back in time, and watched a love story unfold. It was nerve racking to read what all the characters had to go through to find each other, but at the same time i was glad their love for each other prevailed when everything was working against them. I highly recommend reading this book. its a great read and i am looking forward t ...more

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Oct 17, 2014 Patricia Nightingale rated it liked it · review of another edition

Struggled with this book

wanted to give 2 1/2 stars...the last quarter of the book improved a lot. A dose of the paranormal helps this tale at the ending. Would not read the sequel.

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Mar 25, 2015 Dottiebears rated it it was amazing

Shelves: compromised-marriage, fantasy, historical-romance, paranormal, scarred-abused-disabled

I loved this book. The storyline was pretty typical for a historical romance, but the weaving in and out with a fantasy theme was really skillfully done. I'm looking forward to reading more from this author ...more

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Feb 14, 2015 Maria Ochsner rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Great reading

I enjoyed reading about Marek and Brynne and all the other characters that made a family and a love that wouldn't die. It had a lot of hope in it.....just what I needed. ...more

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Oct 03, 2014 KeebNtxawn rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Return to me

I wasn't sure if this book is good but after reading the reviews I decide to give it a try....and wow! I couldn't put it down. love all the characters...especially Gavin so silly and funny...hoping the next book will be about him...but all in all its a must read!!!
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Nov 21, 2014 Salisa rated it it was amazing

Shelves: paranormal

Loved IT!

Hot and Sizzling chemistry, sword and fighting. Historical Romance at its best.

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Sep 04, 2015 Kristine rated it really liked it

Shelves: 2015, anthologies, kindle, mine, romance-historical

Started a bit slow, got crazy good, then strange. Overall a good read

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Dec 21, 2014 Ricki rated it liked it

Shelves: won, ebook, fantasy

Fans of historical romance will enjoy this (even if it not really historical), but fans of paranormal romance will find it lacking.

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Melissa grew up surrounded by dragons, fearsome creatures, and damsels in distress from the wonderful world of make believe. She soon found her ideas on paper, littering her desk with hand-drawn world maps and character biographies. Study hall was used not for homework, but for writing. Although she later pursued
a career in theater, the written word never left her. Melissa now leads a very full l ...more