Royal & Ancient

By Amanda Lauer

Description:

Bronwyn Campbell's end-of-summer plans were simple: wrap up her job at Saint Andrew’s Country Club, meet her friends one last time at the virtual reality arcade, and move across the country—again—with her father. But when lightning strikes while she's working the club's Saint Andrew’s Heritage Day, she's transported from an American fairway to the home of golf, The Links at Saint Andrews, in Scotland—and in the year 1691, no less. When Iain MacDonald discovers Bronwyn knocked out cold on the seventeenth green, little does he know their meeting will change not only the course of their lives but the course of history.

The son of the chieftain of Clan MacDonald, Iain bears the weight of responsibility for his family and his clan's survival on his shoulders. Family drama and the growing discord over religion in Scotland add to the heavy load he carries daily while stepping further into his role as future chieftain.

As political events between England and Scotland heighten the conflict surrounding the MacDonald lands, Bronwyn and Iain rely upon their shared faith and growing feelings toward each other for survival. Amid the questions that plague both of them, though, one stands out: How can you be with the one you love if your choice ultimately influences history?

Book Takeaway:

God has a plan for each of our lives. It's up to us to accept that plan and make the most of it for His greater glory.

Why the author wrote this book:

I'm a fan of sweet romances, time travel, and stories set in the ancient Highlands. Through recent DNA testing, my mom discovered the identity of her birth father, and I've learned that I am of Scottish heritage, which explains my love for all things Scottish!