The Irish Devil

Donna Fletcher's first novel in the Irish Eyes series is captivating. The Irish Devil is the first title of this series. This one takes place in the Middle Ages. It's full of Celtic charm and passion. To me, it started out dark, but the closer the characters got to emotional freedom, the lighter and stronger the story became. I will give you fair warning that the passion is teasing and bold.The story starts out with a servant telling the tale of the Irish Devil. He's a cold-hearted man who fights to the death on the battlefield. On this night, the tale is more frightening because The Irish Devil himself is about to appear at their doorstep to claim a bride from the callous family they work for. He will choose between the natural daughters of the Lord and Lady or the stepdaughter who has been disowned because of tragedy long ago. Once a choice has been made, the ride to a new life begins. Here in lies the heart of the story as these two learn to love and trust each other. This is definitely a grand romance series to look out for. The next two installments of the series are TO MARRY AN IRISH ROGUE and DAUGHTER OF IRELAND

series. I would highly recommend "The Irish Devil' to other readers of medieval romance or anyone who loves a good story where the hero and the heroine are oh-so-right for each other. Fletcher's writing is not overwrought and full of purple prose. Instead it is simply well-crafted and honest, allowing the story to shine through. Yes, I did catch the error on the word score, it does mean twenty not ten, but that was only a momentary irritant. I'm not sure what the reader below is talking about with the misuse of A and An. After reading her review, I skimmed the book again looking for problems in this area and found nothing.Bottom line, this is one of the best romances I've read this year with an unusual storyline, wonderful characters, and a glorious romance that captured my heart.

This book was one of the best books I have read in a long time. I read it straight through the first time because I could not put it down and then read it again more slowly and it was better the second time. The characters - even the secondary ones - were interesting and had depth. The heroine was strong in character and a breath of fresh air and the hero, although arrogant at times, turned out to be a great guy. I cannot recommend this book enough.

The love every woman dreams of having for her very own is what this story is made of. It is excellent. A true love story. The hero is to die for and the heroine is precious. I loved it and would read it again and again. The hero has two loyal friends, one of which is his half brother. Both would die for him and his. There is a lovable dog to protect the heroine as her constant companion. Lord Eric protects Lady Faith at every turn and puts the people who hurt her in their place. He makes it clear he will not tolerate their behavior. It makes you want to find an Eric of your very own to protect you like he does Faith, the heroine. Lady Faith is a healer and all the people love her. They become her friends, trying to protect her from the ones that would do her harm. They rejoice when the devil takes her under his protection. Faith becomes especially close to one servant girl and they share a binding friendship. The story is warm and heart-rending. You can feel the love it radiates on every page. I didn't want it to end but I couldn't put it down. It is truly a wonderful read. If you don't put this one on your list to read, you will be denying yourself a treat of all times.

This was well written, easy to follow and had me guessing to the end. The characters are on fire! I catch myself daydreaming of the hero and his friends. WHEW! Sensuality rating: 9THE BEAUTY AND THE BARBARIANIreland in the Middle Ages ~ a land of both heavenly landscapes and hellish warfare. It is in this world that Lord Eric of Shanekill is both feared and revered. His unstoppable rage on the battlefield has made him known as the "Irish devil." Little did he know that his greatest battle would be fought in his own heart...Faith, daughter of Lord Terra, is a healer who lives on the edge of society. Shamed by a cruel act of injustice, cast out by her father, she is the last one anyone would choose for a wife... But when the "Irish devil" is given his choice of Lord Terra's daughters, he desires Faith's hand in marriage. Against all obstacles, they struggle to overcome the pain of their pasts and realize the passion which both have desired~and denied~for so long...