Hidden Heiress

by Amanda Scott

Book Overview

She is called Elspeth, a bonny lass whose dusty servant's rags conceal her well-born status. She recalls nothing of her past-or of the coveted Dunsithe treasure that is her birthright. From her lonely... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0446610321
• ISBN13: 9780446610322
• Release Date: August 2002
• Publisher: Forever
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 4.3" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

My favorite!

This is the first book I ever read by Amanda Scott. While I have read many since and loved each of them -this remains my favorite. It has such a neat feel to it - Amanda Scott is such a gifted story teller. What I love about Ms. Scott's heroines is that they aren't pouty, as romantic novel heroines can often be. They don't throw tantrums and run off and make the guy chase after them, nor do show their "strength" and argue every trifle little detail with their guy (I read one called Golden Lasso or something like that where the girl just wouldn't stop shouting: a must-miss that just made women look bad). Her girls are just strong women who know what they want and go about it in a great way and you really wind up rooting for them. I don't read romance novels that often, but I admit I'm hooked on Amanda Scott's books. As I said, this one is my favorite! (But all of her books are fantastic. Read them - you'll be so happy you did!)

exciting sixteenth century romantic suspense

In 1540 Scotland, following the King taking hostage his liege, Patrick MacRae risks his life for what he feels is the good of his country. He spies for Cardinal Beaton while searching for the missing heiress Bessie, assumed dead by most people. Lord Angus abducted Bessie and her sister years ago with the sibling Molly having just surfaced.In the woods with dogs at his heels, Patrick meets Elspeth. She helps him escape the hounds and the owners chasing after him and gives him a tip on how he can hide in plain sight. He obtains a job as a falconer at the same estate where Elspeth lives. As Patrick and Elspeth work together, though both remain wary of the other, they fall in love. Now if he can uncover her deepest secret, hidden even from herself, he might stop a nasty plot that will affect the well being of Scotland.The sequel to the ABDUCTED HEIRESS, THE SECRET CLAN: HIDDEN HEIRESS is an exciting sixteenth century work of romantic suspense. The story line provides readers with a feel for the intrigue of the era as well as furnishing a strong romance between two cautious individuals. Amanda Scott's latest Scottish historical tale is a wonderful novel that fans will take much pleasure in and expect more return trips to the same time and place.Harriet Klausner

A captivating read -- Very highly recommended

In 1540, citizens on the borders of England and Scotland find their alliances sorely questioned. To assure his position, King James takes Patrick MacRae's liege Mackenzie of Kintail hostage. In exchange for Kin's eventual release, Patrick risks his life to spy for Cardinal Beaton while quietly searching for the missing heiress Bessie, whom most assume to be dead. At every opportunity, Elspeth escapes the drudgery of Farnsworth Tower to enjoy the solitude of the woods. She has no memory of her well-born status or the life she might have led. Instead, she spends her days in service to the family that raised her. Then an unexpected encounter with a stranger fleeing the baying of dogs transforms her life. She leads him to safety, and provides information that opens the opportunity for Patrick to become the falconer for Farnsworth Tower.Through most of their adventure, Elspeth and Patrick are unaware of the well-intentioned magical help they receive. Nor does Elspeth recall the secret sign from her mother that provides a link to her true birth and her link to the Secret Clan. This marvelous supernatural element provides both comic relief and zest to bring this romance charmingly alive.The sequel to ABDUCTED HEIRESS, Amanda Scott's HIDDEN HEIRESS will delight fans of the Highlands and all things fae. Scott's characterizations are richly developed and endearing, her prose so natural that it seems to as if you are witnessing the story rather than reading about it. Both Elspeth and Patrick struggle with misplaced loyalties, lending both fascinating conflict and opportunity for character growth. In addition, Elspeth's story echoes the traditional Cinderella tale with unusual twists that lend it striking originality. Patrick's gift for falconry, with unwitting assistance of a magical nature, also provides an unusual yet fascinating element. Indeed, Scott's seamless blending of historical detail, stunning characterizations and intervention of a magical nature, for both good and ill, all combine in a memorable tale that earns its place on the keeper shelf. Very highly recommended.