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Elusive
In 1912 Blair, raised in France, discovers her Scottish heritage and the danger it presents to her and everyone close to her. After an attempt on her life, she escapes to Edinburgh. There she finds herself embroiled in a murder plot begun in 1725. For nearly 200 years, the forbidden love of her ancestors still remains a threat. Once she starts digging into her past, she must decide whether it is worth all the pain and loss it has already cost--and that to come. Is the man who provides her protection during her quest for the truth her savior or death in a very attractive package?
288 pages, Paperback
First published January 4, 2010
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June 24, 2010
While generally not my kind of genre (I like epic fantasy) I was recommended this book by a friend and decided to give it a go; how surprised I was when I was hooked after the first chapter.
Set in both Scotland and France, Linda Rae Blair displays a great deal of knowledge of the language, history, culture and geography of both places. The two main characters, Blair and Alexandre, both descending from the same ancient lineage are likable and complex and as I delved deeper into the book found myself really rooting for them. Elusive is a historical and modern romance (you'll have to read it to understand that concept) with a hint of mystery and a lot of intrigue and despite having a sense of how it would end, I found I was more interested in how the author would get me there.
The descriptions are vivid and give a good sense of the surroundings and locations without being overbearing and too arduous and long.
Set in both Scotland and France, Linda Rae Blair displays a great deal of knowledge of the language, history, culture and geography of both places. The two main characters, Blair and Alexandre, both descending from the same ancient lineage are likable and complex and as I delved deeper into the book found myself really rooting for them. Elusive is a historical and modern romance (you'll have to read it to understand that concept) with a hint of mystery and a lot of intrigue and despite having a sense of how it would end, I found I was more interested in how the author would get me there.
The descriptions are vivid and give a good sense of the surroundings and locations without being overbearing and too arduous and long.
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