BOOK REVIEW- IN BED WITH A HIGHLANDER #1 by Maya Banks

 
Maya Banks, the New York Times bestselling author of romance and romantic suspense has captivated readers with her steamy Scottish historical novels, perfect for fans of Julie Garwood. In Bed with a Highlander is the start of a beguiling trilogy featuring three unforgettable brothers risking everything to save their clan and their legacy—and to surrender their hearts to love. 
Ewan McCabe, the eldest, is a warrior determined to vanquish his enemy. Now, with the time ripe for battle, his men are ready and Ewan is poised to take back what is his—until a blue-eyed, raven-haired temptress is thrust upon him. Mairin may be the salvation of Ewan’s clan, but for a man who dreams only of revenge, matters of the heart are strange territory to conquer.

The illegitimate daughter of the king, Mairin possesses prized property that has made her a pawn—and wary of love. Her worst fears are realized when she is rescued from peril only to be forced into marriage by her charismatic and commanding savior, Ewan McCabe. But her attraction to her ruggedly powerful new husband makes her crave his surprisingly tender touch; her body comes alive under his sensual mastery. And as war draws near, Mairin’s strength, spirit, and passion challenge Ewan to conquer his demons—and embrace a love that means more than revenge and land.  AMAZON 5 STARS

Loved it and probably mainly just because of Mairin!  Don't get me wrong, I still really enjoyed the whole book.  It was really good.  But Mairin was fierce, loyal, has a big heart, not easily subdued and she speaks her mind often without meaning to.  It's so funny when things pop out of her mouth that she thought that she was only thinking.  She's often horrified and at times Ewan is amused by it as he gets used to her ways.  She'd been warned by Mother Superior that it could get her in trouble sometime and that was spot on.  Ewan was a good character; a man of honor who loved his son and his clan, but he is way over his head when it comes to Mairin!

I see where "the enemy" Duncan Cameron comes in and the what and the why of his hatred and greed.  He is a formidable enemy but he is also a sneaky one too. There will be action and battles fought to keep Mairin safe and with Ewan. 
 I read the third book in the series first but that didn't seen to hurt anything because I still enjoyed this one a lot too.  

Marital sex will be a part of this book as well.