Embrace The Lace
by Shannon MacLeod
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Pub Date Mar 21 2023 | Archive Date Aug 30 2024
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Description
They say the age difference between partners doesn't really matter. But what if the gap is four centuries?
Widowed Andrew MacIver has problems and responsibilities aplenty. At twenty and five, he is already chieftain of his large clan. His castle is in a state of disrepair, his cook is clueless and to make matters worse, his uncle appears dead set on taking his job. He doesn’t have time to admit he is lonely, but he does need to remarry – and quickly, for the clan expects their laird to have a wife and heirs. He needs the perfect noble lady, decorous, competent, and obedient. The upcoming clan gathering seems the perfect opportunity to renew allegiances, find a suitable bride and get married, in that order. Well…that was the plan, anyway. But then the fae got involved.
Loveable geek Paisley Evangeline Darling – Van to her friends – wants one last adventure before going off to complete her master’s degree in mechanical engineering like her hero Tony Stark. On the very first night at the SCA renaissance festival, she is snatched kicking and screaming back to 17th century Scotland, nearly drowning in the process. Andrew, her handsome rescuer, is stressed out and intent on helping her find her way home, but she is having way too much fun to leave. Who better than a smart, free spirited and independent 21st century lass to bring a little love and laughter back into the exasperated laird’s dull life? After all, what could possibly go wrong?
Caution: Contains meddlesome faeries, questionable inventions, culinary miracles, one ferocious dragon, a heroine with zero regard for convention, and a reluctant hero with his hands full.
Advance Praise
“...an uproariously funny #romantasy of skillfully written prose, faery magic, clan intrigue, classic misunderstandings and finely crafted characters who don’t hold back...”
“...A twist on Outlander and other historical romances. Shannon MacLeod brings us a wonderful, lighthearted romance filled with brave women and the men who love them...”
"...riotously funny...unexpectedly sexy!"
“...a slow burn to love with fantasy and magic rolled up with a bit of suspense...”
“... by the second chapter, I was rooting for Van and Andy...”
“Loved the chemistry between all these characters!”
“Embrace the Lace will draw its readers into a fantastic laugh out loud Scottish time travel adventure that had me comparing it to author Lynsay Sands’ excellent and humorous Scottish historical romance”
“... many laugh out loud moments...a delightful light frothy romance”
“Van is my spirit animal!”
“…completely lost myself for hours reading it...had to finish it in one sitting””
“...the reader will be held just as spellbound and captivated as the Laird himself when first encountering the soon to be newest member of his household...”
"...a pure delight from beginning to end. I couldn’t put it down and was caught up in the magical romance from the very first page...”
“…filled with amazing sensory stimulation…will leave you breathless on more than one occasion…”
“…an adventure start to finish…really appreciated the glossary at the end…”
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9798987992012 |
| PRICE | $2.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 340 |
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Featured Reviews
Debbie B, Reviewer
Loved reading the mesmerizing and spellbinding story. When Evangeline (Van) ends up in 17th century Scotland, she ends up being saved from Laird Andrew MacIver. Read the highly recommended, wonderfully written, and a must read riveting and captivating romance story.
Reviewer 1481422
"Embrace the Lace" by Shannon MacLeod is a contemporary romance novel that blends elements of humor and heartfelt moments. The story revolves around engaging and well-drawn characters, set against a backdrop that combines modern settings with touches of whimsy. MacLeod's writing style is both accessible and evocative, drawing readers into the protagonists' journey as they navigate love, challenges, and personal growth. The novel’s unique blend of romance and lighthearted narrative makes it a delightful read for those looking for a charming escape. If you enjoy stories with a balance of laughter and romance, this book is a great pick.
Sangeetha V, Reviewer
Time travel, with a touch of fairies, humor, modern day mix ups.
Van travels to the past and is rescued by Andrew. Once she realizes that she has time traveled and is not in an enactment, she starts imparting her futuristic knowledge on Andrew's clan. Together they fight for his legacy and their romance.
Entertaining, light read.
Amanda L, Reviewer
I am enjoying this book so much! Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author. All opinions are my own.
Dyanna W, Reviewer
Embrace The Lace by Shannon MacLeod is a captivating tale that weaves together the threads of time, romance, and adventure in a rich tapestry of historical and futuristic elements. The novel presents a unique blend of genres, combining the allure of historical Scotland with the intrigue of time travel and the warmth of a blossoming romance.
The story revolves around Andrew MacIver, a 25-year-old widower and chieftain of his clan, burdened with the weight of leadership and the quest for a love that echoes his parents' bond. His life takes an unexpected turn when Paisley Evangeline Darling, affectionately known as Van, a modern-day woman with a passion for adventure and a brilliant mind for mechanical engineering, is thrust into his world from the future.
Shannon MacLeod's storytelling is lauded for its sensory stimulation, creating a vivid picture of 17th-century Scotland with a modern flair, a touch of fantasy and sci-fi.
Peter T, Educator
I like reading Scottish set books, and I enjoyed this fun ‘highlander’, romance, forget about the ‘if you time travel don’t change anything’ mix, story. I especially liked the mischief that Van brings to the Laird’s house as she brings modern to the 17th century. A quick and easy read. Thank you to BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for the ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.
Brianne C, Reviewer
Such a fun read! This is a romantacy novel similar in plot to Outlander(it even references the outlander books at one point!), but it's a lot lighter. Our modern heroine Van gets pulled into the past to meet Laird Andrew McIver in 1659 Scotland, and a quick burn romance ensues. I love that the author highlights the disconnect with Van's modern upbringing and life in the 17th century. The cast of characters was fun, including a motherly chatelaine, a grumpy blacksmith, mischievous fae, and even an evil uncle to cause problems!
The only thing that took me out of the story a bit was some odd conveniences that moved the story along. For example, Van's smartphone somehow still had battery life after 2 weeks in the past. Also, even though she graduated from college in only 3 years, she somehow had taken all sorts of convenient, yet unrelated extra college courses that happened to help her in this situation(culinary classes, engineering, physics, French, etc).
Julie D, Reviewer
I really enjoyed this book. It was so filled with wonderful humor and emotion. I was laughing the whole way through but a;so on the edge of my seat as things were happening. The heroine really made the book. She was all thing modern, mouth, learned, and adorable the perfect contrast to the brooding ancient warrior of the male protagonist. I loved them so much, the writer was wonderful in detailing the reactions and confusion of ancient highlanders when faced with a modern woman and her ideas. I do feel like the topic of her being thought of as a witch had merit and could have been expanded upon, but overall I thought the book was well thought out, wonderfully written, and delightfully funny. I can’t wait to read another by this talented authoress.
ellie c, Reviewer
Ah, the cover tells the wrong story... we actually need a kilt!
An enjoyable historical story with characters to empathise with. Nicely written and well plotted.
Reviewer 1225185
Van is suddenly flaying in a pond, only to be rescued by a Scottish laid. Andrew has no idea how the lass in pants ended up in his pond but he's captivated by her. Andrew's uncle believes he should be laird and will do everything in his power to take over the clan.
Van brings humor and a lot of novel ideas to the clan. The characters and the story were well written with medaling from the fae. It was mostly what I expect in a time travel novel.
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