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New Beginnings

After the death of Alexandra's father some very strange things start happening. Her lights being turned on and off by themselves. She has seen what looks like a ghost of a small man wearing a kilt and a woman wearing a long dress. Her father has left her money to trace her roots in Scotland and she believes that the things that are happening around her and her strange dreams may have something to do with her family's history.

John MacDonald is a very distant cousin of Alex. He has been experiencing some of the same strange occurrences. He believes their ancestors are trying to tell them something. As they go about researching their history and looking for the answers to their mystery they become quite close. Things are going well between them until Alex's friend arrives to join her on the trip.

Sammy has always thought she should be the center of attention. When she does not get her way she begins making life miserable for Alex and John. Alex has always known her friend to be self-centered but her actions go beyond what is normal for her. As Sammy's behavior becomes even more bizarre it is obvious to Alex her friend needs help.

New Beginnings is a paranormal romance that takes the readers on a fascinating adventure to uncover a mystery. Alex and John's ancestors want their story told. Throughout the story the reader is carried back and forth through time to learn the truth about these people that lived and died three hundred years earlier. As their story of love unfolds a new love begins to grow.

Alex and John are a wonderful couple of characters. They find a love and understanding that can lead to future happiness. Their love grows slowly as they notice they enjoy the same things and that they have a common history. Their sweet story of love will leave the reader feeling warm inside as history corrects wrongs done in the past.

Drama unfolds when Sammy joins them and starts making trouble. The true strength of the characters and the love that has grown between them becomes known. John does not let anyone walk all over Alex and Alex is not about to let John be treated badly. Sammy has some serious problems that lead to some startling surprises being revealed. Readers will cheer Alex and John on as tjeu set Sammy straight and do not let her roll over them.

This is a moderately paced story that lets the mysteries it has to tell unfold slowly. The characters draw the reader into their lives and let them share in the love that grows between them. This is a story of love that lasts forever even beyond the grave. I encourage readers to add New Beginnings by Pat McCain to their reading list.

Overall rating: 4 Hearts

Sensuality rating: Sweet

Reviewer: Anita

It has always been Alexandra Williams' dream to one day visit Scotland, so when she gets the opportunity after a request by her father, she sets off to discover her family roots. Along the way, a relationship develops between her and distant cousin, John MacDonald, that is almost ruined by her best friend, Sammy's selfish behavior. Are Alex's visions ghosts from a dim and distant past or are they just dreams?

I really enjoyed reading this book as Ms. McCain brought the colorful characters to life on the page. Sammy, Alex's best friend, was particularly irritating and I found myself sympathising with Alex and John, who found her an intrusion of the worse possible kind!

Pat McCain has a talent for writing Scottish dialogue and the conversations between John the Scot and Alex the American, sounded very realistic. I also thought the author brought the setting to life as she painted vivid pictures with her words. I could almost smell the heather in the glen and felt as though I was actually there in Scotland with the characters.

The story was brought to a very satisfying conclusion that gave me a good feeling of well being regarding the union of Alex and John, making me wonder if they would encounter those ghostly apparitions again sometime in the future.

Lynette Rees author of romantic fiction:
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Return to Winter 2007 TBA The Wild Rose Press
A Taste Of Honey Samhain Publishing April 2007

New Beginnings

by Pat McCain

ISBN 978-1-84728-621-5

Do you believe in Leprechauns, or that we are connected to our past, and could, all things being equal, be swept back to our beginnings to glimpse what might have been? More importantly, or perhaps equally importantly, do you believe love makes all things possible or nearly so? You will once you follow Alexandra Williams on her journey to uncover her past. And try to decipher what it means to her here and now. You will learn of the beauty and intrigue of another land. If you are from Scotland you'll see it in a whole new light with someone else's depth and perception, lovingly portrayed as only an expatriate can.

Alex finds a willing and charming guide in John MacDonald when she reaches her destination, Fort William Scotland.

Never one to be swept off her feet by romantic notions, Alex fights her attraction to the warm, friendly and handsome John Mac Donald almost from the instant she sets eyes on him. Something about him seems all too familiar and haunts her mind almost as thoroughly as the nightmares that drove her to Scotland to begin with.

As you tour Scotland with Pat McCain and her delightful cast of characters you are drawn into their lives. If you're a woman you want to shake Alex and demand she listen to her heart and take a chance on love once more with her handsome Scottish escort. If you're a man, you're probably ready to clobber John for being so patient and understanding. Doesn't he know, nice guys finish last?

Toss Alex's friend (or is she) Sammy into this mix and you'll see how Alex has allowed her life to be controlled by others. When Alex finally confronts Sammy we see the true growth of Alex. For once she is being true to herself and her beliefs and Sammy is dumb founded by the exchange. The reader wants to stand up and cheer "YES! It's about time! You can only bite your tongue and squelch your feelings for so long." Alex hid hers way longer than I could have.

This wonderful love story is as much about Alex finding herself as it is about her trusting in the love that she comes to know has been planted in the past, grown in the now and strong enough to endure for the future. I implore you to run right out and get your copy NOW. Read New Beginnings by Pat McCain and you'll realize miracles don't just happen at Christmas. Treat yourself to a warm and wonderful read.

Billie A William

Mystery/Suspense Author of

The Pink Lady Slipper

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