Bound by Honor (The Clan Donald Saga 2)by Regan Walker-a review

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date August 24, 2022.

The friendship that changed the destiny of a nation…

In the waning years of the thirteenth century, two young noblemen form a bond that forever changes their destiny and that of Scotland’s. Their shared pledge of honor would endure for a lifetime to secure power in the Isles for Angus Og Macdonald and a crown for Robert Bruce. This is the story of their friendship, their times and the battle that secured their future.

Standing beside them would be two women from Ireland, Áine O’Cahan, the dark-haired beauty from Ulster, who captured the heart of the Lord of the Isles, and Elizabeth de Burgh, the fair Norman heiress who stood by her man, King Robert Bruce, though it would cost her dearly.

Enter the world of medieval Scotland and live the adventure!

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REVIEW:Bound by Honor begins in 1286 with Angus Og Macdonald watching his father, Angus Mor Macdonald, Lord of the Isles, speaking with the captain of his galley. Angus Og had sailed with his father several times before and asked if he might again sail with him. His father agreed and Angus Og was even more intrigued with his father’s reply about the purpose of the trip: Scotland’s future. Being the second son, Angus Og’s older brother, Alexander (called Alex) would travel with them as well and be involved in the meetings their father had planned.

Once they arrived at their destination, Angus Og was introduced was introduced to Robert (referred to by his friends as Rob) Bruce, Robert the Noble’s grandson, along with others in attendance. Once the true meeting starts, Angus and Robert keep themselves busy talking and a game of chess. When the meetings are finally over, neither Angus nor Rob knew just how the pledge that bound their families together that fateful day would play out in their fight for Scotland’s freedom.

As Angus navigates the politics of Scotland and the King of England’s desire to possess it, he meets Aine O’Cahan, a widowed lady from Ireland. It doesn’t take either of them long to start having feelings for the other, although it takes one longer to admit. However, Angus is in high demand with his warriors and his fleet of ships and finds himself often in high demand as things heat up in Scotland. When duty calls, Angus answers knowing Aine will be there for him.

Bound by Honor is another wonderfully written book by Regan Walker. The characters are written extremely well. Angus’ loyalty knows no bounds and his sense of honor will endear him to all who read his story. Aine was the perfect match for him. Her loyalty and faith are what keeps Angus going battle after battle. Rob has his own love interest, Elizabeth de Burgh, but it is Aine who inspires him when he is at his lowest point in his quest for Scotland’s freedom. Angus and Rob’s friendship and support of each other is palpable. The respect they hold for each other is a thing of legend. The secondary characters are all well written as well. I did find myself lost a time or two trying to keep all of the characters straight, but it didn’t detract from the story. Once again, her effortless entwining of actual historical facts and characters with her stories is amazing. The worldbuilding is amazing and leaves you feeling the spray of the ocean or hearing the call of Aine’s birds. This story packs more history and details than any of Walker’s previous books, which does make it a longer tale. If you’re a fan of the genre, you’ll never go wrong with one of her books. Not only do you enjoy the story, but I always say I feel a tad bit smarter after I’ve read one of her books. Well done, Regan Walker! Very well done!

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Reviewed by Vickie