A review by desertlover
Captured by the Pirate Laird by Amy Jarecki

4.0

I am a sucker for a man in a kilt! When I read the description of the book from NetGalley, I knew had to read it. It is a historical romance, set in 16th Century Scotland. Lady Anne is on her way to meet her new, much older husband (whom she has never met) when the ship is pirated. She is taken "captive" and soon discovers the pirate captain is nothing she imagined. While on his small island in Scotland, she begins to find a real sense of belonging and love. Yet, she must return to England and her new husband after she is ransomed. She could cost Calum and his people their lives if she does not. Do you walk away from a chance at true love to save your family and friends?

This was the first book I read from Amy Jarecki but it will not be my last! It had the perfect balance of angst, without being over the top. While Anne and Calum began developing true feelings for each other, they were torn over family and sense of duty. Anne was a strong willed, likable heroine. Calum was the Scottish laird, every romance lover dreams about! He was fiercely loyal and passionate. I liked the third person POV for this book; it allowed me to see what both characters are thinking and feeling.

I highly recommend this book to any traditional romance fan!

***I was provided a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.***