THE LAST HIGHLANDER
Claire Cross
Berkeley/Jove "Time Passages"
October 1998
ISBN# 0-515-12337-4
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Seasoned author Claire Delacroix, writing
as Claire Cross, proves her talents once more with her
latest Fantasy Romance "The
Last Highlander". This is a tale woven of
rich history, age old fables and breathtaking scenery. Endearing
characters and an intricate story line make the transition between
the centuries so seamless that one seems to meld with the other.
But above all else, this magical story is of a love so great
that it spans nearly 700 years.
On the highest turret of Edinburgh Castle,
Alasdair MacAulay is confronted by a strange old woman. With
a gleam in her eye she tells Alasdair that he is the one "to
venture into the beyond". Now, trapped in 1997, everyone
and every thing he's ever known has disappeared. And this
golden haired warrior must find the legendary Morgaine le
Fee, for only her sorcery can send him home. When he meets
Morgan LaFayette Alasdair is convinced that she is the legendary
sorceress and seeks to win her favor. Though she's promises
to help him he's not prepared when he's forced to realize
that he may have found his soul mate. Now he must chose between
all that is familiar to him or a life with Morgan in her world.
Morgan LaFayette is an illustrator on working
holiday in Scotland. She is virtually led by the hand by her
sister and brother?in?law as they tour Medieval ruins, meander
villages and search old records for the tales Morgan will
bring to life through her drawings. Though Morgan can bring
such passion to her artwork, she can't seem to bring any to
her own life. Abused ten years before in a relationship gone
bad she now has a hard time trusting men. And when mysterious
Alasdair MacAulay shows up she's overwhelmed by his affections
and odd behavior. It's his tales that keep her mesmerized,
continually drawing her back to his side. When she finally
realizes that she can love again she must face that which
you love the most must eventually be set free.
"The Last Highlander" is a touching
and heartwarming story. I was intrigued by the countless fables
and the attention to detail. Though Cross's characters are of
two worlds, she was able to maintain each of their individualities.
Alasdair retains the distinctive characteristics of a 14th century
warrior while Morgan in an independent and strong 90's woman.
Cross's characters are easy to love and the story is fast paced.
Anyone looking to escape with a Highland rogue will definitely
love "The Last Highlander."
