Guest Post w/Sue-Ellen Welfonder & Interview w/ Paula Quinn + giveaway

Woot! Morning ladies! We've got two awesome authors joining us today for a bit of Highlander loving. Paula Quinn is stopping by for an interview and then Sue-Ellen Welfonder is visiting us again but this time for a fun guest post. Check em out and leave em some comment love!  ~Anna

As one of the bastards born to the Stirling court, Sorley the Hawk has never known his mother or father. It's a burning quest he has devoted himself to uncovering at any cost. But as a roguish warrior who serves at the pleasure of the King, his prowess-both on the battlefield and in his bedchamber-is legendary. So when a flame-haired Highland lass sneaks into his quarters with a tantalizing proposition, he can't resist taking her up on her offer . . .

Lady Mirabelle MacLaren will do anything to keep from marrying her odious suitor, even sully her own good name. And who better to despoil her than his sworn enemy, the one they call "Hawk?" As they set about the enjoyable task of ruining her reputation, Hawk and Mirabelle soon learn that rebellion never tasted so sweet.

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SEW:  Anna, it’s such a pleasure to be here again!  You know how much I enjoy visiting your blog, and how much I adore its name.  Also love the opportunity to talk up the men I love so much: hot Scots!

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4 stars! Once Upon A Highland Christmas (Scandalous Scots #0.5) by Sue-Ellen Welfonder

Warrior Grim Mackintosh understands why his friend Archibald MacNab has decreed there be no trace of Christmas in his castle. After a devastating attack destroyed everything-and everyone-in Archie's life, he prefers to stew in his own misery until the holiday passes. But Duncreag has seen enough tragedy. Grim decides to throw a grand Yuletide feast, one that the bards will sing about for years to come, one that will remind his laird how beloved he is. He can't do it alone, though. Grim needs an accomplice . . .

There's nothing Breena O'Doherty won't do for Archie, so she's thrilled to help Grim with his plan. Yet she has a Christmas wish all her own-to win Grim's heart-and this might be her only chance to make it come true. As Breena and Grim work together to bring the joy of the season to the cold, gloomy castle and to the heart of the cantankerous chieftain, an undeniable passion ignites between them. But when a shocking secret about Breena's past comes to light, threatening everything she holds dear, will it ruin Christmas in Duncreag forevermore?

Type: Historical Romance, Scotland
Heat: 3 out of 5
Rating: 4 out of 5

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Sexy Highlanders and Christmas. *deep breath* Yeah. Yeah,  I can definitely get on board with that! Once Upon a Highland Christmas was a sweet Christmas treat filled with holiday spirit and a lovely romance that had me smiling as Breena and Grim set out on a mission to bring joy back into the life of a man they both cherish.

Interview w/ Sue-Ellen Welfonder--what Christmas decoration freaks her out?! + giveaway!

Woot! We've got Sue-Ellen Welfonder joining us today. She writes awesome highlander romances. We've reviewed Once Upon a Highland Christmas and Seduction of a Highland Warrior. Both were awesome. Feel free to pop over and check those out :) Today we're having a little chat with Sue-Ellen. Check it out and leave her some comment love :)  ~Anna

Reviews:
Once Upon a Highland Christmas
Seduction of a Highland Warrior

Warrior Grim Mackintosh understands why his friend Archibald MacNab has decreed there be no trace of Christmas in his castle. After a devastating attack destroyed everything-and everyone-in Archie's life, he prefers to stew in his own misery until the holiday passes. But Duncreag has seen enough tragedy. Grim decides to throw a grand Yuletide feast, one that the bards will sing about for years to come, one that will remind his laird how beloved he is. He can't do it alone, though. Grim needs an accomplice . . .

There's nothing Breena O'Doherty won't do for Archie, so she's thrilled to help Grim with his plan. Yet she has a Christmas wish all her own-to win Grim's heart-and this might be her only chance to make it come true. As Breena and Grim work together to bring the joy of the season to the cold, gloomy castle and to the heart of the cantankerous chieftain, an undeniable passion ignites between them. But when a shocking secret about Breena's past comes to light, threatening everything she holds dear, will it ruin Christmas in Duncreag forevermore?

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Morning Sue-Ellen! Welcome to herding cats & burning soup! Come on in. It's so cold out I thought a fire and warm cookies would be nice while we chat about your newest release (which I loved by the way).

Thank you so much for inviting me here today, Anna.  I’m so glad you enjoyed Once Upon A Highland Christmas.  I’m happy to chat about the story.  As I love cold, wintry weather, a fire and oven-warm cookies sound perfect.  I’m settling in now, reaching for not one, but two cookies…

Seduction of a Highland Warrior by Sue-Ellen Welfonder + giveaway

So things are a little different today darlings! We're actually doing a joint tour for two lovely authors. Sue-Ellen Welfonder and Margaret Mallory who bring so much yummy Scottish goodness you'll be one very satisfied and contented reader. 

So, here's the deal. I split the reviews up into two posts with one joint giveaway that you can enter. I hope you'll visit each of them because really they were both awesome reads. So, check out the reviews, leave a meaningful comment on each and enter the rafflecopter!

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At the King's request, chieftain Alasdair MacDonald has sworn to preserve the peace in the Glen of Many Legends. Though he's handsome and fearless, his warrior's heart belongs only to his beloved land-until the fair sister of his oldest enemy shatters his defenses, branding his skin with a single touch, and sealing his fate with one stolen kiss . . . 

Lady Marjory Mackintosh will do anything to unite the warring clans, even seduce Alasdair MacDonald. She has loved the rugged Highlander since she first saw him and now, as temptation leads to surrender, Marjory dares to possess him, body and soul. But a dangerous new menace enters the Glen, and he will stop at nothing to strip Alasdair of his honor-and the only woman who can claim his heart.


Type: Historical Romance (1398), light PNR (ghosts)
Heat: 2.5 out of 5
Rating: 4 out of 5

Seduction of a Highland Warrior was indeed seductive. I haven't read too many historical romances set in the 1300s  and Welfonder has me convinced I need to change that and change that quickly. Starting with the rest of her backlist <g> From amazingly strong and sexy characters to a rich, magic laced storyline and even a new favorite swear it was a fantastic read all around and has me eager to explore more of the world Welfonder created.

Favorite swear? "Come here, you flat-footed he-goat!"