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Isle Of Mull #3
To Love A Warrior
★★★★★ "I loved every moment of this series." ~ Kathryn G., Kindle Customer ★★★★★ "I could not put this book down. I loved it!" ~ Virginia, Kindle Customer ★★★★★ "Could hardly wait to finish the chores so I could have a couple hours to read!" ~ Patricia, Kindle Customer Destinies unfold. Secrets are revealed. The Isle of Mull will be forever changed. Half Highlander, half Viking, Garik MacKinnon was not born on the Scottish Isle of Mull, but fostered there in his youth. Now, he leaves behind his home, once more bound for Mull, to join the MacKinnon warriors as they answer Robert the Bruce’s call to arms. He is ready for battle, eager to fight for Scotland’s freedom. What he is not prepared for is his encounter with Nellore, a shield maiden from Mull, whose allure defies all reason. Nellore has the strength and skill of a warrior but the heart of a woman. When the men are called away to war Nellore must aid those left behind to safeguard their village against attacks from the MacLeans—a feuding clan to the south. She understands her duty to her clan. She is ready to take up arms against the enemy if need be. What she is not ready for is the ache that fills her heart when war pulls Garik from her side. Desire ignites and battles are waged as both Nellore and Garik learn what it means to love a warrior.
296 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 21, 2014
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Lily Baldwin
34 books162 followers"Lily Baldwin weaves thrilling tales in a beautiful, lyrical style, captivating readers from the first word to the last contented sigh." - Ceci Giltenan, Bestselling author
"Lily Baldwin...paints a beautiful literary picture with strong characters and an intriguing storyline." - Kathryn Le Veque, USA Today Bestselling author
"You know a book is great when you can feel the characters pain, their fears and their happiness...Lily Baldwin's books do that!" - Amazon Reviewer
Award-winning Historical Romance author Lily Baldwin loves writing, Scotland, her wonderful husband and beautiful young daughter--though not necessarily in that order. She has a BA in anthropology from the University of New Hampshire, and an MA in International Studies from Birmingham University in the UK. She daydreams constantly, and gets her best story ideas while running; she is even training for a half-marathon. She also finds inspiration in Nature, a quality revealed through the powerful description and drama in her books. Currently TO BEWITCH A HIGHLANDER, HIGHLAND THUNDER, and TO LOVE A WARRIOR (Books 1, 2 & 3 of the Isle of Mull series) are available. HIGHLAND SHADOWS, Beautiful Darkness Series, Book 1 is a Paranormal Highland Romance. Lily is hoping to release book 2 in the Beautiful Darkness Series in Spring 2016. A JEWEL IN THE VAULTS, an award-winning novella, will soon be available in audio! Most recently, Lily has released JACK: A Scottish Outlaw with the promise of many more Scottish Outlaws to come.
She lives in New England with her cherished husband and daughter.
"Lily Baldwin...paints a beautiful literary picture with strong characters and an intriguing storyline." - Kathryn Le Veque, USA Today Bestselling author
"You know a book is great when you can feel the characters pain, their fears and their happiness...Lily Baldwin's books do that!" - Amazon Reviewer
Award-winning Historical Romance author Lily Baldwin loves writing, Scotland, her wonderful husband and beautiful young daughter--though not necessarily in that order. She has a BA in anthropology from the University of New Hampshire, and an MA in International Studies from Birmingham University in the UK. She daydreams constantly, and gets her best story ideas while running; she is even training for a half-marathon. She also finds inspiration in Nature, a quality revealed through the powerful description and drama in her books. Currently TO BEWITCH A HIGHLANDER, HIGHLAND THUNDER, and TO LOVE A WARRIOR (Books 1, 2 & 3 of the Isle of Mull series) are available. HIGHLAND SHADOWS, Beautiful Darkness Series, Book 1 is a Paranormal Highland Romance. Lily is hoping to release book 2 in the Beautiful Darkness Series in Spring 2016. A JEWEL IN THE VAULTS, an award-winning novella, will soon be available in audio! Most recently, Lily has released JACK: A Scottish Outlaw with the promise of many more Scottish Outlaws to come.
She lives in New England with her cherished husband and daughter.
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February 16, 2025
The third book in this series. We have watched Shoney and Ronan through 3 generations of friends and family.
This book is about the baby found in book 1.
The 12 years old girl falls for 16 year old warrior. Years later they get together.
Both are good warriors together.
This book is about the baby found in book 1.
The 12 years old girl falls for 16 year old warrior. Years later they get together.
Both are good warriors together.
January 24, 2015
So proud of my dear friend Lily on her amazing accomplishment of writing this series. Though historical romance isn’t typically a genre I gravitate towards, I thoroughly enjoyed all three of her books, and this last one was by far my favorite. I really got into the historical aspects of the books, and our heroine of this last one, Nellore was just a total badass. Also, love how Lily sets her books apart by prominently featuring the faces of strong women on the covers instead of the usual hunky male physique. Bravo Lily!
February 8, 2017
Awesome story!!
A wonderful 3rd book in the McKinnonn sage. It's Nellore time to come into herself. Bruce has called Ronan's clan in there battle against the English. With the men gone for 5 years the woman have become strong. When Garik, Duncan and Logan return there is celebration. When there is an attack from the McLeans Ronan decides to ask for peace till after the war with the English. Nellore accompanies 9 men to the McLean castle when the are ambushed but with the help of Nellore come out the victors. They speak to the eldest son who agrees to a temporary stay. When the men are called back to Bruce, Garik and Nellore marry before they leave. When Finn McLean tells Bruce his older 2 brothers are killed and wants to bring there swords back home, he is released to do so. Within a day treachery is discovered and Ronan, Logan, Duncan, Garik and 40 of Bruce's men hurry back to Mull to save there clan. A great story with a heartfelt ending for Shoney!!
A wonderful 3rd book in the McKinnonn sage. It's Nellore time to come into herself. Bruce has called Ronan's clan in there battle against the English. With the men gone for 5 years the woman have become strong. When Garik, Duncan and Logan return there is celebration. When there is an attack from the McLeans Ronan decides to ask for peace till after the war with the English. Nellore accompanies 9 men to the McLean castle when the are ambushed but with the help of Nellore come out the victors. They speak to the eldest son who agrees to a temporary stay. When the men are called back to Bruce, Garik and Nellore marry before they leave. When Finn McLean tells Bruce his older 2 brothers are killed and wants to bring there swords back home, he is released to do so. Within a day treachery is discovered and Ronan, Logan, Duncan, Garik and 40 of Bruce's men hurry back to Mull to save there clan. A great story with a heartfelt ending for Shoney!!
October 27, 2020
A sweet read
This tale followed Ronan and Shoney aka Bridget throughout their lives.
The first book was their romance. The second was about Duncan and Brenna's romance and the this book was about Nellore and Garik.
I enjoyed the history and how the author inserted these lives into the war in the times when Robert the Bruce struggled against England.
I was a little squeamish that Nellore was twelve when this book began but was glad when time passed quickly.
I'll definitely add Lily Baldwin to the list of must read authors.
This tale followed Ronan and Shoney aka Bridget throughout their lives.
The first book was their romance. The second was about Duncan and Brenna's romance and the this book was about Nellore and Garik.
I enjoyed the history and how the author inserted these lives into the war in the times when Robert the Bruce struggled against England.
I was a little squeamish that Nellore was twelve when this book began but was glad when time passed quickly.
I'll definitely add Lily Baldwin to the list of must read authors.
February 24, 2022
Excellent Series
I'd never read this author prior to this series. I thoroughly enjoyed these books. They were totally unexpected and different than anything I've read. Good plots, characters. Highly recommend.
I'd never read this author prior to this series. I thoroughly enjoyed these books. They were totally unexpected and different than anything I've read. Good plots, characters. Highly recommend.
January 1, 2025
To Love a Warrior
What a great third book. Nellore is not your ordinary maiden. She is a shield maiden trained to fight when the warriors are gone. War is declared on their clan, and Nellore must turn to the witch to save them all. Truly enjoyed this whole series.
What a great third book. Nellore is not your ordinary maiden. She is a shield maiden trained to fight when the warriors are gone. War is declared on their clan, and Nellore must turn to the witch to save them all. Truly enjoyed this whole series.
October 20, 2018
To Love a Warrior
This was an amazing read I enjoyed this book very much lot's of adventure,drama,danger and excitement full of love 💘
This was an amazing read I enjoyed this book very much lot's of adventure,drama,danger and excitement full of love 💘
November 20, 2020
Fun read
Light hearted and fun. Lots of love and happiness. The tying together of characters from the first two books. If you enjoyed them you need to read the rest of the story.
Light hearted and fun. Lots of love and happiness. The tying together of characters from the first two books. If you enjoyed them you need to read the rest of the story.
May 12, 2022
Loved the Isle of Mull series!
This is the last book in the Isle of Mull series. I loved reading each page of each book. ❤ On to the next Lily Baldwin book!
This is the last book in the Isle of Mull series. I loved reading each page of each book. ❤ On to the next Lily Baldwin book!
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March 19, 2023Part of Isle of Mull box set.
February 13, 2017
Review
This whole series was well written, full of adventure, and characters worthy of your time. I'm sorry to come to the end.
This whole series was well written, full of adventure, and characters worthy of your time. I'm sorry to come to the end.
September 15, 2015
A strong series conclusion
The three year old Nellore from book 2 grows into an unconventional woman. She is 6 feet tall, strong, a good swords woman full of valor and passion for her clan. She fancies a young Orcadian who fosters with the Mull McKinnon. He is the grandson of the laird's best friend.
There is a lot of description of the war during the time of Robert the Bruce. The young lovers are separated for years (2-5) more than once. Through all they strive for peace and love.
I liked this story best of the series. Nellore and Garik are lovable characters. Also this story wraps up issues and visions from the first two stories. Read them in order.
The three year old Nellore from book 2 grows into an unconventional woman. She is 6 feet tall, strong, a good swords woman full of valor and passion for her clan. She fancies a young Orcadian who fosters with the Mull McKinnon. He is the grandson of the laird's best friend.
There is a lot of description of the war during the time of Robert the Bruce. The young lovers are separated for years (2-5) more than once. Through all they strive for peace and love.
I liked this story best of the series. Nellore and Garik are lovable characters. Also this story wraps up issues and visions from the first two stories. Read them in order.
April 10, 2015
I loved every moment of this series!
I listened to the audio versions of Books 1 & 2 and read book 3 from cover to cover. Be sure to read all three books, in order, to get the most out of each. This is an excellent series that I hate to see come to an end. All of the characters were written with such depth, that they became like friends. I truly hated to get to the end as I shall miss them all. All very well written and a pleasure to experience..
I listened to the audio versions of Books 1 & 2 and read book 3 from cover to cover. Be sure to read all three books, in order, to get the most out of each. This is an excellent series that I hate to see come to an end. All of the characters were written with such depth, that they became like friends. I truly hated to get to the end as I shall miss them all. All very well written and a pleasure to experience..
October 5, 2016
I'm all for empowering women and Nellore is no exception. She is the abandoned baby found on the moors by the famed Witch of Dervaig. Nellore is growing into a vibrant young woman, skilled in the art of bow and sword. The Bruce calls her a Shield Maiden of Scotland and that is just the beginning. She may not be able to go to war, but she's standing tall when the war is brought to her and her clan. Fantastic story!
June 19, 2015
Loved this one
Lily Baldwin knocks it out of the ballpark with this historical romance that rings with authenticity. It was so moving, both heartwarming and heartbreaking. I highly recommend this book. I read it on Kindle Unlimited, but will be purchasing the entire Isle of Mull series as soon as possible. I have found a new author to love.
Lily Baldwin knocks it out of the ballpark with this historical romance that rings with authenticity. It was so moving, both heartwarming and heartbreaking. I highly recommend this book. I read it on Kindle Unlimited, but will be purchasing the entire Isle of Mull series as soon as possible. I have found a new author to love.
January 5, 2017
Brilliant!
What is not to love? The historical aspect of the war between The Bruce, King of Scotland and Edward, King of England is great, but the lives and loves, feuds, and religious aspects behind it all is brilliant as is Lily Baldwin's writing talent! The way she intertwined all three books in the series around Shoney and Nellore was truly captivating! Strongly Recommend!!!
What is not to love? The historical aspect of the war between The Bruce, King of Scotland and Edward, King of England is great, but the lives and loves, feuds, and religious aspects behind it all is brilliant as is Lily Baldwin's writing talent! The way she intertwined all three books in the series around Shoney and Nellore was truly captivating! Strongly Recommend!!!
March 24, 2016
A must read
I found the book very very good. A great story line and great characters. It's a book with a lot of heart and very hard to put down once you start reading it. If you like strong females in your books this one is great.
I found the book very very good. A great story line and great characters. It's a book with a lot of heart and very hard to put down once you start reading it. If you like strong females in your books this one is great.
December 3, 2014
I liked this series. ;)
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January 23, 2019Destinies unfold. Secrets are revealed. The Isle of Mull will be forever changed.
Half Highlander, half Viking, Garik MacKinnon was not born on the Scottish Isle of Mull, but fostered there in his youth. Now, he leaves behind his home, once more bound for Mull, to join the MacKinnon warriors as they answer Robert the Bruce’s call to arms. He is ready for battle, eager to fight for Scotland’s freedom. What he is not prepared for is his encounter with Nellore, a shield maiden from Mull, whose allure defies all reason.
Nellore has the strength and skill of a warrior but the heart of a woman. When the men are called away to war Nellore must aid those left behind to safeguard their village against attacks from the MacLeans—a feuding clan to the south. She understands her duty to her clan. She is ready to take up arms against the enemy if need be. What she is not ready for is the ache that fills her heart when war pulls Garik from her side.
Desire ignites and battles are waged as both Nellore and Garik learn what it means to love a warrior.
Half Highlander, half Viking, Garik MacKinnon was not born on the Scottish Isle of Mull, but fostered there in his youth. Now, he leaves behind his home, once more bound for Mull, to join the MacKinnon warriors as they answer Robert the Bruce’s call to arms. He is ready for battle, eager to fight for Scotland’s freedom. What he is not prepared for is his encounter with Nellore, a shield maiden from Mull, whose allure defies all reason.
Nellore has the strength and skill of a warrior but the heart of a woman. When the men are called away to war Nellore must aid those left behind to safeguard their village against attacks from the MacLeans—a feuding clan to the south. She understands her duty to her clan. She is ready to take up arms against the enemy if need be. What she is not ready for is the ache that fills her heart when war pulls Garik from her side.
Desire ignites and battles are waged as both Nellore and Garik learn what it means to love a warrior.
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