The Rose and the Thistle Book Review

About the Book

In 1715, Lady Blythe Hedley’s father is declared an enemy of the British crown because of his Jacobite sympathies, forcing her to flee her home in northern England. Secreted to the tower of Wedderburn Castle in Scotland, Lady Blythe awaits who will ultimately be crowned king. But in a house with seven sons and numerous servants, her presence soon becomes known.

No sooner has Everard Hume lost his father, Lord Wedderburn, than Lady Hedley arrives with the clothes on her back and her mistress in tow. He has his own problems–a volatile brother with dangerous political leanings, an estate to manage, and a very young brother in need of comfort and direction in the wake of losing his father. It would be best for everyone if he could send this misfit heiress on her way as soon as possible.

Drawn into a whirlwind of intrigue, shifting alliances, and ambitions, Lady Blythe must be careful whom she trusts. Her fortune, her future, and her very life are at stake. Those who appear to be adversaries may turn out to be allies–and those who pretend friendship may be enemies.

My Thoughts

I have no idea how she does it, but Laura Frantz has once again completely mesmerized me with her latest book! This story takes us to the Scotland of the 1700s to the land and home of her ancestors, and there’s no question that she is in her element from the very first page. The book is complete with a lovely drawn map and a helpful glossary of Scottish words – both of which I used on more than one occasion.

No one does slow burn romance as well as Laura, and the love story between Lady Blythe and Everard is one of her best yet. These two are destined to be at odds against each other because of their respective family heritage, but with each slow look and pass in the dark hallways of Wedderburn Castle, they are like magnets slowly being drawn together. When they finally give in to their feelings for one another, heaven and earth cannot keep them apart (although, both definitely try!)

I have yet to read Laura’s other Scottish tale, but after reading The Rose and The Thistle, I know that I will soon find myself between the pages of A Bound Heart which also contains some history of the Humes and their exile in America.

If you are a fan of Outlander, historical fiction, or a glorious slow burn romance, you need to get your hands on this beautiful novel! You will not regret it!

5 Stars

**Many thanks to the author for providing a copy for review

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