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Le Lowlands della Scozia

Questa serie si addentra nelle intricate dinamiche della vita familiare, dove le rivalità tra fratelli e la ricerca dell'approvazione paterna creano una tensione avvincente. Intrecciate a questi conflitti ci sono appassionate relazioni romantiche mentre i personaggi navigano i loro desideri più profondi e le loro aspirazioni d'affetto. Esplorate un ricco arazzo di relazioni che esamina il potere duraturo della lealtà, dell'ambizione e delle complessità dell'amore all'interno di un contesto familiare.

Thorn in My Heart
Whence Came a Prince
Grace in Thine Eyes
Fair is the Rose

Ordine di lettura consigliato

  1. 1

    The story revolves around the intense rivalry between two brothers as they vie for their father's approval, highlighting themes of family loyalty and ambition. Simultaneously, two sisters navigate their own emotional struggles, each yearning for the affection of the same man. This intertwining of sibling conflict and romantic desire creates a rich tapestry of relationships, exploring the complexities of love and rivalry within a familial context.

    Thorn in My Heart
  2. 2

    The Scottish Lowlands, October 1789.A year has come and gone since Jamie McKie fled for his life, arriving at Auchengray in search of sanctuary and a bonny wife. Young Rose McBride, as fair a lass as any in Scotland, dearly loves her handsome cousin—but so does her older sister, Leana. Determined to have Jamie all to herself, Rose puts in motion one desperate plan after another, enlisting the aid of Lillias Brown, a wise woman—a wutch, some say—still keen on the old ways. Impetuous Rose ignores the cruel whispers that travel up and down the parish hills, never dreaming of the tragic consequences that await her.Her sister, Leana, clings to her hard-won sense of peace and assurance by a slender thread of faith. Day and night, Leana’s hours are apent caring for wee Ian and praying that her future will hold more promise than her past.Jamie McKie is busy making his own plans to return home to Glentrool and claim his inheritance. To do so means facing Evan, the brother whose blessing he stole, and Alec, the father whom he ruthlessly deceived. It is a perilous journey that will test the depth of his courage, the strength of his sword, and the tenacity of his vow to honor Almighty God, no matter the cost.

    Fair is the Rose
  3. 3

    The story follows a hero who, after a long absence, embarks on a dangerous journey back home. As he confronts challenges and dangers along the way, themes of redemption and self-discovery emerge. The narrative explores the complexities of returning to one’s roots and the relationships that have been strained by time and distance. Through trials and encounters, the protagonist grapples with his past and seeks to reclaim his identity and place in the world.

    Whence Came a Prince
  4. 4

    Set in spring 1808, "Grace in Thine Eyes" follows 17-year-old Davina McKie, a talented but mute musician, as her protective brothers leave the glen. Accompanied by her father to the Isle of Arran, Davina experiences newfound joy and unexpected challenges, leading to a tale of passion, revenge, and grace. A Reader’s Guide and Scottish Glossary are included.

    Grace in Thine Eyes