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An heiress forced to choose a husband by her next birthday. A former selkie bent on revenge. Can they set aside their differences and work together long enough to achieve their goals?
Muireall Oliver has never had a life of her own. Forever bound by society’s expectations, the young heiress fulfills the role she must before retreating to the safety of her garden. Friendship—and love—are things this laird’s daughter dare not dream of.
But when her parents tell her to choose between two unsuitable men for a husband, desperation drives her to find any means of escape. Even if it means collecting three magical items for the Fair Folk, things she can only obtain with the help of her conniving, disrespectful, and undeniably handsome servant.
Niall Moreland—exiled, powerless, broken—has only one goal: settling the scores with the people who destroyed his life. To do that, he’ll have to be both cunning and patient. He can’t afford to get distracted, least of all by his new master’s irritating daughter.
But as one of the most influential humans in town, tricking Muireall into owing him a favor could prove useful. He couldn’t care less that fairy bargains always come with strings attached; all that matters is that she helps him when the time comes. There’s just one small problem: the longer Niall spends with her, the more he starts to wonder if humans aren’t as terrible as he thought. And if revenge isn’t the thing he wants most.
Magical bargains aren’t broken lightly, but the cost of success may be too high for either of them to pay.
Curl up with this fantasy romance and experience Scotland’s intriguing folklore, rich culture, and a love story you’ll not soon forget.
The Treasure of Rigmore House is the third novel in a series of clean fantasy romances set in 18th-century Scotland. Each book in the Betwixt the Sea and Shore series explores the love story of a different couple, but the plots are all interconnected.
4 out of 5 (very good)
THE TREASURE OF RIGMORE HOUSE is the third book in the Betwixt the Sea and Shore series, set in 18th-century Scotland, complete with Selkies, Kelpies, Trows, and Banshees!
We have seen Muireall in the previous two books. We see a different side to the one she usually presents in this story, together with the reasons for her behaviour. And then we have Niall, also known from the first two stories. If he's back in town, then trouble will surely follow... right?
The slow-burn between these two was a delight to read, especially when Muireall lets herself be true to who she really is, rather than who she is expected to be. Both of these characters have a redemption arc for differing reasons, and it was good to see it happen.
It was also good to see Briony and Adaira moving forward with their lives, and how it intermingled with Muireall and Niall's.
A great addition to the series that will both satisfy and leave you wanting more. Definitely recommended by me.
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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
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Claire Kohler is a North Carolina native with a penchant for rich historical settings, slow-burn romance, and dazzling creatures. She loves ice cream, Korean dramas, and board games. One day, she hopes to visit places like Israel, South Korea, Ireland, and Vancouver (to search for Sasquatch, of course!).
Claire is also proudly neurodivergent (specifically autistic and ADHD), and she loves helping other neurodivergent authors meet their full potential by utilizing their strengths while also managing their weaknesses. She views her neurological differences as part of God's design for her and hopes to help educate others about the complexities of autism and ADHD. For writing tips related to these conditions, visit her blog.
Claire lives in Statesville, NC, with her husband, children, and three cats. She is also an active member of Christ Community Church Mooresville, where she often serves as a Bible study and small group leader.