Synopsis
After a rough stint at
work in the ER, Dillon Kelly is more than a little ready for a vacation
when he packs his bags and sets off on a camping trip in the wilds of
Ireland. But when a mysterious dagger covered in druidic markings
appears in his backpack, Dillon finds himself hurtled into the
fourteenth century. Thrust into the legends and politics of ancient
Ireland, he is rescued from suspicious locals by a beautiful young woman
named Ailish.
Ailish has always dreamed of being a bard, but
there’s just one problem: women aren’t allowed. Determined to follow her
heart, Ailish has fooled everyone into thinking she’s a boy—everyone,
that is, except for Dillon. He’s agreed to keep her secret in exchange
for her help in finding his way home to his own time. Despite the
impossible barriers between them, feelings beyond friendship soon
blossom. But more than just their budding romance is in danger. Ailish
isn’t the only one who recognizes the dagger’s druidic significance, and
there are those who would stop at nothing to harness its time-bending
powers.
My Review
Time travel books can make me anxious, because I worry so much about how the romance will play out. I was instantly drawn in to this one with the characters and their individuality, and I appreciated Dillon's sense of humor and willingness to make the best of his unexpected circumstances. The setting of medieval Ireland is one I'm fascinated with, so it was fun to escape to that time period and enjoy the historical details. The adventure and intrigue with Ailish and the element of danger with the supernatural kept the pace of the book steady and I enjoyed reading and seeing where the story took me.
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
