Sunday, March 30, 2014

The Bruised Thistle

The Bruised Thistle takes place in the Borders area between England and Scotland, right after the Second Crusade. The hero, Seumas, was a participant in the pilgrimage and knows the deep sense of failure from not having accomplished what they'd set out to do. He's come back scarred mentally and physically. Guilt and uselessness pervade his self-image and break down his confidence in himself as a man.

The heroine, Iseabail, was the only daughter of a Scottish laird, pampered her whole life, surrounded by love and family until the death of her parents. Her powerful English uncle comes to take over as ward to her and her brothers with no love lost but a profit to be made.

This is the first in The Order of the Scottish Thistle Series. It's a story about overcoming obstacles but beware, it's a story about doing it better with someone than alone. That's just my philosophy. Alone is so overrated. Must be why I'm a romance writer.

Hope you enjoy Seumas and Iseabail's story. I love to hear from readers. You can find me on
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9 comments:

  1. Miriam NewmanMarch 30, 2014 at 6:15 AM

    I love this title, Ashley. It conveys so much. Is the book available and is there a direct link where we can purchase?

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    1. Ashley YorkMarch 30, 2014 at 6:55 AM

      Thanks, Miriam. It is available now on both Kindle and Nook.

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    2. Miriam NewmanMarch 30, 2014 at 8:27 AM

      Great! People can look above for the links, then. Best of luck! I see you already have many great reviews.

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  2. UnknownMarch 30, 2014 at 6:49 AM

    This book is refreshing and original. The narrative style is very dynamic and makes the story flow beautifully.

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    1. Ashley YorkMarch 30, 2014 at 6:57 AM

      Thanks, Adriana. I am very glad you enjoyed Seumas and Iseabail's story. They'll be back in a few months and you'll find out why it's called The Order of the Scottish Thistle series.

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  3. Pat McDermottMarch 30, 2014 at 7:44 AM

    Big congrats on your "Thistle" release, Ashley. I do love that cover!

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    1. Ashley YorkMarch 30, 2014 at 9:15 AM

      Thank you, Pat. I love it, too. It sure looks like Seumas and Iseabail to me.

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  4. Cathy MacRaeMarch 30, 2014 at 8:14 AM

    This is a very interesting time period. Congratulations, Ashley!

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    1. Ashley YorkMarch 30, 2014 at 9:16 AM

      It is very interesting. I love reading about it, too, especially your books, Cathy. Congratulations to you, too.

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