The House on the Shore

"Anna did what she thought was best for herself after being betrayed and back-stabbed by Mark, her lover and colleague, she left her life as she knew it. She retreated to her grandparent old croft in the remote northwest highlands with her two faithful and trustworthy companions. She expected to be alone and find herself once again but that expectation was short lived. She finds herself in the company of a sexy, tall, stranded stranger named Luke. Silly me picked the nighttime to read this delightful and suspense filled tale of Anna MacDonald and her stay at Ting na Cladach. I fell in love with Luke and his persistence to break through Anna's shield of rejection that clearly protected her heart. Somewhere in the wee hours of the morning I had turned on every light in the house to continue reading. I enjoyed this book very much. It was a true page-turner... WN Stanley, Author of 'Journey to the Last River' and `In the Midst of Change'."

Can't recommend this one highly enough. It's a worthy successor to Howard's other fine work, Three Weeks Last Spring. Well written with heartbreakingly real characters and a great story. I love it!!!

For someone who is of Scots-Irish descent, reading a romantic suspense set on the shores of Loch Hourn was a delight. The House on the Shore had romance, suspense, and a glimpse into the lives of Scots past and present. The heartrending `story within the story' added just enough background to truly appreciate Anna's determination to protect her land. Don't miss the latest from romance author Victoria Howard.

Anna MacDonald is looking to start over. She's just been passed over for a promotion that she's eagerly awaited - and, to make matters worse, her own boyfriend is the supervisor that snubbed her. To top it all off, the lucky recipient of her desired position just happens to be - of all things - his new lover...ouch... So, in an effort to wipe the slate clean, she retreats to the Scottish shore, establishing her new residence in an old, yet sturdy house owned by her grandparents. Her only plans? Soak up the splendor of her rustic surroundings and fulfill her lifelong dream of becoming a published author. Joined by her trusty Border collies, Ensay and Rhona, Anna couldn't ask for a more opportune chance to start fresh while mending the broken pieces of her still-aching heart. Little does she know, though, she won't have the chance to enjoy her solitude for long. Shortly after her arrival, she makes the acquaintance of the handsome, charming Luke, a successful artist from across the pond, and the chemistry between the two of them can't be denied for long. Soon caught up in the throes of a passionate love affair, Anna appears to be on the cusp of lasting happiness - but, alas, she eventually learns that bliss and trouble are often flip sides of the same coin, and when an unseen stranger begins escalating his efforts to end her life, she's suddenly thrust in the midst of a sinister mystery that leaves her wondering just who wants her dead - and why... The House On The Shore is an enjoyable read. In it, Victoria Howard presents a well-crafted page turner that unfolds at just the right pace, ensuring that the reader's attention is held captive with each new mysterious development. Howard also does a commendable job of infusing her characters with vivid, palpable personality, framing their inclinations and reactions in the three-dimensional, thus making it easy for readers to relate to them in very real, practical terms. A quick but compelling read, The House On The Shore is a can't miss suspense thriller with a surprisingly potent punch, and one that fans of the genre are sure to enjoy. Renee Washburn Apex Reviews

Anna MacDonald and Luke Tallantyre are destined to be counted in as one of the great love stories - This suspenseful novel was filled with passion and intrigue. Ms. Howard kept me turning the pages NEEDING to know what happened next. Her description of the Scottish countryside was phenomenal and allowed the reader to feel the beauty of the land as if they were actually there. I look forward to reading more of Victoria Howard's work.