Book One: Alaina Claiborne
Publication Date: January 8th, 2013Trappers Peak Publishing
ISBN: 978-0615742502
Series: British Agent Novels, Book One
Genre: Historical Romantic Mystery
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How far would you go to avenge your family and save the one you love?
In nineteenth-century England, Alaina Claiborne had a loving family, a cherished friend, and devoted servants. She spent her days riding across the grassy hills of the English countryside, joyful and at peace.
Then tragedy strikes and her world is forever changed. Searching for those responsible is her only focus . . . until she meets Tristan.
Tristan Sheffield, a man of many talents, searches out those who don’t want to be found. His past is filled with secrets and deeds he would rather leave deeply buried. However, when his life unexpectedly entwines with Alaina's, he soon discovers they share more than a mutual desire to catch a murderer.
On their hunt for a man driven by greed, Tristan and Alaina find that love is the greatest weapon against evil, and they'll stop at nothing to survive.
Praise for Alaina Claiborne
"This one is a winner. It broke my heart several times, the poignant moments she describes are so real." -Deborah from The Bookish Dame Reviews
"Ms. McClintock succeeds in masterfully weaving both genres meticulously together until mystery lovers are sold on romance and romance lovers love the mystery!" -InD'Tale Magazine
"With a strong female lead and a nice mix of both action and romance, this novel tops my list." -Judge, Writer's Digest 21st Annual Self-Published Book Awards
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Review: First let me say, I love the covers of these books. They are all absolutely gorgeous. I read the second book first and then read this one, and had to go back and read Blackwood Crossing because of continuity.
I think I liked this one better than Blackwood Crossing, but both are stunning reads full of romance and mystery
I actually find it hard to review these books without gushing.
Simply put, this a series for fans of historical romance/mysetery.
Rating: 5 flowers
Book Two: Blackwood Crossing
Publication Date: June 2, 2014Trappers Peak Publishing
ISBN: 978-0991330607
Series: British Agent Novels, Book Two
Genre: Historical Romantic Mystery
If you had to make a choice, would it be loyalty or love?
Torn between loyalty to her family and refusal to marry a laird she despises, Rhona Davidson accepts a dangerous proposal from a man she knows only as Blackwood.
Leaving behind a life of leisure, Charles Blackwood bravely serves his country with honor and the skill of a trained British agent. When his newest case returns him to the wild Highlands of Scotland, he is faced with a choice between killing a man and saving the only woman he has ever loved.
Charles and Rhona join their lives, only to discover that their choices will result in bloodshed, unless they can uncover a truth long buried, deep in the Highland soil.
Praise for Blackwood Crossing
"Historical Romance readers will be delighted with the author's style and veritable plot line in this clean romance. "Blackwood Crossing" is a wonderful book for the reader to begin their lifelong Historical Romance adventure or continue their HR journey! Bravo Ms. McClintock!" -InD'Tale Magazine, 4 1/2 stars and a Crowned Heart
"MK McClintock has spun an enchanting tale deeply entrenched in the lands of Scotland and England that will leave you riveted to your chair until you turn the last page." -Donna McBroom-Theriot, mylifeonstoryatatime.com
“This is a wonderful book with suspense to keep me on the edge of my seat and surprises to keep me guessing . . . a feisty heroine and a strong, gentle hero . . . My poetic soul is fed by the beautiful descriptions of nature.” -Verna Mitchell, poet and author of Somewhere Beyond the Blue
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Review: I have to admit that I read this book first because I was going somewhere and I grabbed it and took it with me. So yeah. I went out of order. Bad me.
You can read these books as stand alone novels but I think they would best be read in chronological order because getting the characters straight in your head may be a little tough going at first.
No matter how you read them, you will notice one thing. McClintock creates strong characters that you really can't pull yourself away from. Rhona Davidson is more than your typical heroine. She's in no way a simpering miss. She's smart and knows her mind.
Rhona's father is the kind of guy you really want to reach through the pages to choke. Talk about a nasty guy. There are some reasons for his nasty behavior, but none of them justify the way he treated his children.
The book is labeled a historical romance, but the romance between Charles and Rhona is really secondary to the mystery that revolves around her two brothers and the death of her mother.
In the course of events, Rhona learns a lot, about the man she thought killed her mother and about her mother and family.
This was such a fantastic read full of mystery and intrigue. It is definitely a page turner. I can't wait to read the next book.
Rating: 5 flowers
Book Three: Clayton's Honor
Publication Date: April 29, 2015Trappers Peak Publishing
ISBN: 978-0991330652
Series: British Agent Novels, Book Three
Genre: Historical Romantic Mystery
How far would you go to avenge your family and save the one you love?
In nineteenth-century England, Alaina Claiborne had a loving family, a cherished friend, and devoted servants. She spent her days riding across the grassy hills of the English countryside, joyful and at peace.
Then tragedy strikes and her world is forever changed. Searching for those responsible is her only focus . . . until she meets Tristan.
Tristan Sheffield, a man of many talents, searches out those who don’t want to be found. His past is filled with secrets and deeds he would rather leave deeply buried. However, when his life unexpectedly entwines with Alaina's, he soon discovers they share more than a mutual desire to catch a murderer.
On their hunt for a man driven by greed, Tristan and Alaina find that love is the greatest weapon against evil, and they'll stop at nothing to survive.
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About the Author
MK McClintock spins tales of romance, mystery, and adventure inspired by the heather-covered hills of Scotland and the majestic mountains of home. With her heart deeply rooted in the past and her mind always on adventure, she lives and writes in Montana.
-2014 RONE Award-Nominee for "Alaina Claiborne"
-2014 Crowned Heart for Excellence from InD'Tale Magazine for "Blackwood Crossing" and "The Montana Gallagher Collection"
-2015 Crowned Heart Heart for Excellent from InD'Tale Magazine for "A Home for Christmas"
Learn more about MK by visiting her website or blog at Books and Benches. You can also find her on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Goodreads.
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British Agent Series Blog Tour Schedule
Monday, May 18
Review at Flashlight Commentary (Alaina Claiborne)
Tuesday, May 19
Spotlight at View From the Birdhouse
Wednesday, May 20
Review at Flashlight Commentary (Blackwood Crossing)
Review at Book Nerd (Blackwood Crossing)
Review at Dreams Come True Through Reading (Alaina Claiborne & Blackwood Crossing)
Thursday, May 21
Review at Layered Pages (Alaina Claiborne)
Friday, May 22
Review & Interview at Jorie Loves a Story (Alaina Claiborne)
Monday, May 25
Review at A Chick Who Reads (Alaina Claiborne & Blackwood Crossing)
Excerpt at So Many Precious Books, So Little Time
Tuesday, May 26
Review at Quirky Book Reviews (Alaina Claiborne & Blackwood Crossing)
Wednesday, May 27
Review at The Lit Bitch (Alaina Claiborne)
Thursday, May 28
Blog Tour Wrap-Up at Passages to the Past
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