Covering Up with Jean Hart Stewart!

 

Beach or Mountains? Beach.. I’m  California girl, after all

 

Volleyball or Surfing? I’m too clumsy for either. But I love to swim.

 

Bein De Soleil or Coppertone? Neither. I use a sun butter.

 

Bikini or one piece? You’d better be glad I choose a one piece. I’m a little more sightly that way.

 

Atlantic, Pacific or Mediterranean  Pacific, of course.

 

Whose book (not one of yours) are you looking forward to reading this summer?

 

I always read Mary Balogh as soon as one comes out. Also those of Stephanie Laurens, Jo Beverly, and Ann Rice. Whichever one I can get my hands on first.

DAMIEN’S DESTINY by Jean Hart Stewart

Publisher: Cerridwen Press
Date issued: July 2009
ISBN: 9781419921636
Paranormal romance
E-book
Reviewed by Valerie



CLICK TO PURCHASE! Damien, a mage is enjoying the nature and watching the ocean when suddenly a young girl shows up on the beach and to his horror, walks into the ocean. He immediately goes after her and rescues her. He brings her back to his home, Tregaron, where he and his sister take care of her. During her delirious ramblings they learn that she had been abused by her guardian. When she recovers, Damien realises that this girl will become very special to him, but Torie is afraid of men. He packs her off to a school, to keep her out of her guardian’s way until she is eighteen, then he brings her back to Tregaron. Unfortunately, Baron Heath has not given up on Torie and when he sees what a beautiful woman she has become, he is more determined to have her and will stop at nothing. Damien will need all his magic powers to protect the woman he loves and all the patience he can muster to help her to overcome her fear of men.

I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I read it in one sitting, hardly daring to put it down. Jean Hart Stewart writes not only an emotion filled romance, but packs her story with a good plot and a subplot that carries the reader along wondering what will happen next. I appreciate her straightforward writing voice and I liked the episodes with Damien’s sister and his best friend, which were just as exciting as the main plot. Baron Heath is a despicable person and I was anxiously awaiting his come-uppance. Damien is a hero to fall in love with. Handsome and brave, he has learned not to miss-use his magical powers. He could have easily enchanted Torie to his bed, but with patience he waits for her to come to him willingly. You can certainly sympathize with his pain and forgive Torie, because of the things she had to endure when she was so young. The actual romance was emotional, poignant and very sensual. I have only praise for this story and always look forward to Jean Hart Stewart’s releases.

Title: DRUID IN FLIGHT Garland of Druids book 8 by Jean Hart Stewart

Publisher: Cerridwen Press
Date issued: January 2009
ISBN: 9781419919442
Paranormal romance
E-book
Reviewed by Valerie




CLICK TO PURCHASE!Triona and her bother Colin have to flee. Her sister died and her brother-in-law is a lecherous cad. Colin helped her to flee by hitting their brother-in-law, Fergus, with a poker leaving him with a broken arm. They flee to their cousin in Wales. Sianna is a Druid and is married to Dr. James Randall. When they arrive, Aiden Thomas is there as a guest and the Randalls are away. Aiden at first refuses to let them enter, thinking they are just a couple of waifs. But when Sianna and James return, Sianna immediately recognises her cousin. When Triona lets down her disguise and changes into a beautiful young girl, Aiden is immediately attracted. But Fergus is on their heels and Aiden has his own troubles with a cruel father. He needs to not only protect Triona, but also his mother. Danger abounds, especially when Fergus finally catches up with Triona and is bent on her destruction.

This is a fabulous story, interwoven with adventure and a sensual love story. There seems to be so many obstacles between Triona and Aiden, but love does conquer all. I especially enjoy the Druid aspects in this story, and some characters from previous books make their appearance and help the couple. You can read this story as a ‘stand-alone’, but I do recommend you read the whole series. This story had me captivated until the last page and even then I didn’t want it to end. I have enjoyed each and every story in this wonderful series and can highly recommend them. The characters leap from the pages, the plot reads easily and each thread is nicely tied up at the end. The romance is sweet, sensual and had me on the edge of my seat. I do hope Jean Hart Stewart will entertain us with more of this series in the near future.

DRUID TRIUMPHANT: THE GARLAND OF DRUIDS, BOOK 6 by Jean Hart Stewart

Publisher Cerridwen Press
Date published May 2008
ISBN 9781419915253
Paranormal Romance
E-book
Reviewed by Valerie



CLICK TO PURCHASE! Adam, the last of the Dellafield brothers is a handsome man who never lacks for female company. No woman would turn him down, until Slaide, a beautiful ballerina. Adam is furious when she snubs him and walks away. He plans on persuing her and getting his revenge. Then he finds out that she has secrets that are destroying her and threatening her young niece, Becca. He has to help her, but she refuses. When an accident leaves Slaide unable to carry on dancing, Adam sees his chance and persuades Slaide that now she needs his help. She can’t help but sucumb to this handsome man’s care, but she doesn’t want him involved in her troubles. The danger is very real and becomes life-threatening. Now Adam must call on all his Druid powers to save Slaide and her niece, but will it be enough and in time? Will he be able to fulfil his dream of love?

I have eagerly been following the Garland of Druids series and have loved each and every book. This one is no exception as Jean Hart Stewart tells the tale of Adam, a successful businessman. And again, a druid finds their life mate, needs to protect, love and need to initiate that person, in this case, Slaide into the powers that are very real in his life. I found this book even more sensual than previous ones which in no way deters from the very exciting plot, but adds a bit more of a tingle. This story was also very emotional, and in parts brought a tear to my eyes. I love Jean Hart Stewart’s writing style. It’s clear, concise and easy to read. I also loved the doggie characters, the kitten and of course, dear Becca, who certainly won my heart as she did everyone else’s in the book. Now I am eagerly waiting for the next one.

DRUID REDEEMED – GARLAND OF DRUIDS Book 5 by Jean Hart Stewart

Publisher Cerridwen Press
Date published March 2008
ISBN 9781419913976
Sensual, paranormal romance
E-book
Reviewed by Val



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Devon Dellafield is a man used to living free and fancy. In times gone by, he would be known as a rake. He is handsome, masculine and women fall at his feet. He sees no reason to change his life. He could never be as perfect as his parents and he sees no reason to try. Then, Jocie enters into his life. She’s a feisty suffragette. She tempts him, but he knows that any relationship with her would not be flighty. He feels he must stay away from her to protect her and himself. But he needs to crack a code for the government and Jocie holds the key and they are both in danger of their lives. Jocie wants him to accept his Druid heritage and he needs to use and accept his Druid powers to protect her and serve his country. Will he become the man he is destined to be, or turn his back on true love?

Another stunning book in this delightful series, Jean Hart Stewart keeps her fans satisfied by penning a story about a man who seems at first to be rather shallow. But there are powers on the move that are going to change this man’s life and turn his world upside down. Jocie is a force to be reckoned with. She’s not the usual, well-coiffed, experienced woman he is used to, but her charm, her beauty, her honesty pull at his heart strings. Ms. Hart packs a lot of emotion into this story and this reviewer had to reach for the tissues at the end of this entertaining story. The love scenes are tender, sensual and very satisfying and the sexual tension is high throughout. There is also the added thrill of a secondary romance as well as the adventure of someone who is trying to kill both Devon and Jocie. This reviewer can highly recommend this series and is waiting for the next book!