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Author: Sky Purington | Website
Though born in Massachusetts, Sky Purington grew up in New Hampshire and currently resides in Derry. As the daughter of an airline employee, she was able to travel young and developed a love for different cultures and history. With a passion for writing that started at the age of seven, the world and its many facets fueled her imagination. Happily married with a year and a half old child, she finds time to write when her son allows it! Her faithful writing companion is a 100 lb. American Akita and her interests include reading, traveling, gardening and ANY movie that parallel’s Russell Crowe’s Gladiator. . Always an avid reader of both romance and fantasy fiction, Sky discovered that the two were compatible and that the stories yet untold in this genre unification are endless. Expect nature as a backdrop, historical truths, boundless magic and warriors of old to play a part in her future novels.
Published Works & Book Reviews
Highland Muse
Melpomene, muse of Tragedy, has loved before, but not like this. Not so thoroughly it blinds her, tears her from her path, her obligation to mankind. A warrior of Scotland, one she watched grow from a boy to a man, claims her heart with his self-sacrifice, courage. She'll not let him perish, die defending another. Stepping in, defying fate, defying her father, Zeus, Melpomene risks all. Rowan Stewart, of the royal house, is immersed within a whirlwind of disbelief, struggling to understand the woman responsible for his odd outcome, his misplaced life. But promises were made, destiny yet sealed, and Ares, God of War, seeks him. Caught within a vortex of Scottish politics, Greek Gods, and newfound desire, Rowan and Melpomene are doomed to separate, wallow in eternal despair. Will love surpass? Give them each other? Or will tragedy reign without its muse and rip them apart forever?
Reviewer: Countrygirl88
Review: Dec 10, 2011
Genre(s): Paranormal Romance, Scottish, Mythology
Highland Muse is not the first Sky Purington book that I have read. With each one I'm reminded why I continue to pick-up her books. Each book is a memorable treat to savor and a historical romance that endures time. Ms. Purington has a way of mixing fantasy with reality and coming up with a really great story. I look forward to enjoying more of her books and I encourage readers to pick-up one of these heartfe
The Victorian Lure
Is it true love...or is the magnetic pull just another part of the Victorian's lure? Dakota Allerton depends on no one but herself, but then she's never needed a ghost hunter. When her dream home becomes a house of horrors that is holding her hostage, her only hope is a Scotsman who investigates the paranormal. The supernatural is nothing Leathan Stewart can't handle. However, trapped in Dakota's cursed Victorian home, he finds himself falling back in time. Only those who persevere can survive the dark domination. Fear has a way of drawing two people together...but so does the need to be loved. Dakota and Leathan must fight against unknown enemies, discover the secrets of Calum's Curse and defeat a vampire bent on finishing the legacy it began.
Reviewer: S Siferd
Review: Dec 7, 2011
Genre(s): Paranormal Romance, Vampires, Ghosts
First of all, let me say I LOVED this book! It should be on every paranormal romance reader's TBR pile.
In The Victorian Lure, Sky Purington has created a truly unique story.
Young, successful and a bit conflicted Dakota Allerton buys a gorgeous, ocean front, Victorian dream home. Shortly after she moves in, things begin to change. Literally. Her new home is haunted and its rooms seem to change of their own
Heart of Vesuvius
Two vampires...one goal. Alexandria has no choice. She must flee to the last place she wants to. Straight into the arms of a vampire she was determined to forget. Salvator, ancient vampire, finds this a clever fix to obtaining the one vampire he's always desired...Alexandria. Together, they must find a way to evade her powerful enemy, Salvator's brother Luciano. On the run, they struggle to understand one another. Deep, dark secrets are revealed. Denied passion ignites. Blood is spilled. Within the heart of Vesuvius, anything is possible. All can be conquered. But will it be? Can wrongs be made right? History is the locked door. Forgiveness is the key. Time will tell if ancient love can once again flourish.
Song of the Muses
ANCIENT MUSINGS: Calliope When the muse of writing, Calliope, challenges Zeus to end her immortal existence, she faces the reality of death in Hades. Only Jake Genoese, an archaeologist' s soul, can outwit Zeus's Harpies and help her find new purpose. Far more is at stake when both realize they are no more than pawns for ANCIENT MUSINGS. HIGHLAND MUSE: Melpomene Melpomene, Muse of Tragedy, risks everything to save Rowan Stewart's life. Devoted to Scotland in life and the God of War in death, Rowan struggles to understand her undying devotion to him. Can a melodramatic Grecian Goddess and a resolute Scotsman truly love one another? Find out in HIGHLAND MUSE. DESTINY'S LIGHT: Eutrepe Hades, Zeus, Hestia and the chaos of a forgotten memory, Eutrepe hurries to fulfill her quest to unlock the buried words to complete Ceris' unfinished song. Their bond forged the night she's almost killed, Ceris must venture to the underworld to save her and bring them both into DESTINY'S LIGHT.
Destiny's Denial
The MacLomain Series, #2 Caitlin Seavey relives the same nightmare every night for three years. Then one day, the dream seeps into reality when an ethereal Scotsman visits. Horrified, she confides in her grandmother who then gives her a two hundred year old novel titled Fate's Monolith. It tells the tale of her distant relative's journey to medieval Scotland and can only be a myth. When Caitlin discovers a family heirloom in the attic she soon learns the book is based on truth. Chieftain Ferchar MacLomain found what he was looking for. Caitlin. He should have left her alone. For to bring her to Cowal will spell disaster-a foreseen threat to himself, his clan, and Caitlin. As a visionary, it's his obligation to protect her. As a man, he's determined to ignore his heart. Can he thwart his destiny? Or will he forever be a slave to the gods of old. This novel contains strong sexual content and is recommended for a mature audience. Please NOTE: This is a re-launch of titles published years ago. The stories have been revised and tightened. And as aforementioned, the sensual heat level for all four has been turned way up.
Reviewer: Dianna
Review: Nov 9, 2011
Genre(s): Paranormal Romance, Historical Romance, Time-Travel, Fantasy, Scottish
Caitlin is a modern 21st century American woman. She is 23 living with her brother and best friend in a house that has been in her family for many years. Raised by her grandmother after the death of her parents, she is taking time off from college and working as a waitress at a seafood restaurant. When she tells her grandmother about the dreams she has been having, her grandmother gives her an old book to rea
Fate's Monolith
The MacLomain Series, #1 Arianna Broun, a Scottish born colonial American has been haunted by the reoccurring dream of a phantom Scottish warrior. Her infatuation with the dream intensifies until All Hallows' Eve, when the veil between the worlds is at its thinnest. After several bizarre encounters she runs to her safe haven deep in the woods. When dawn comes too early, Arianna is eager to go home. But fate has other plans. Laird Iain MacLomain has long awaited the arrival of his promised bride. She claims to not be the woman intended for him but she fits the description given him of her, all fire and defiance. That defiance will end up costing them everything and rips them apart. However, a Scottish Chieftain with magic at his disposal is capable of most anything. Will he hold Arianna in his arms again or is she lost to him forever? Only time will tell. This novel contains strong sexual content and is recommended for a mature audience. Please NOTE: This is a re-launch of titles published years ago. The stories have been revised and tightened. And as aforementioned, the sensual heat level for all four has been turned way up.
Reviewer: Dianna
Review: Nov 9, 2011
Genre(s): Paranormal Romance, Historical Romance, Time-Travel, Romance, Seasonal / Holiday, Fantasy, Scottish
Arianna Broun lives in Salem Mass in the year 1799 with her aunt, uncle and two nieces. Totally infatuated with her homeland of Scotland and the clothing from the 12th century, she has designed a Halloween gown that would fit nicely into that time. Having been through much in her young life, she is not prepared for the man from her fantasies to come to life. When she is thrown back in time on All Hallows Eve
Sylvan Mist
The MacLomain Series, #3 Coira O'Donnell refuses to acknowledge the Scotsman haunting her. Why should she? She carries no magic and she's newly engaged. Well aware of the mysterious tie between the medieval Mac'Lomains and her mother's clan, the Brouns, Coira will have no part of it. She much prefers a proper English gentleman to a barbarian living six hundred years in the past. However, as one whirlwind day will prove, she has little choice in the matter. Chieftain William MacLomain did not call her back, yet she arrives. Coira is not the woman meant for him. Or is she? Her arrival marks the start of a highland war unlike any Scotland has witnessed before, one born of magic. Soon, he finds himself in a tangled web of duty, loyalty and unexpected love. A love so unattainable and powerful it may cost him the war; and his heart. This novel contains strong sexual content and is recommended for a mature audience. Please NOTE: This is a re-launch of titles published years ago. The stories have been revised and tightened. And as aforementioned, the sensual heat level for all four has been turned way up.
Reviewer: Countrygirl88
Review: Nov 9, 2011
Genre(s): Paranormal Romance, Historical Romance, Fantasy, Scottish
I have never read any of Sky Purington's books before, but after reading "Sylvan Mist," I can't wait to read more. It is a great book, mixing magic with history and time travel with romance, all following a family line through time. I loved the storyline and the great characters. I could sense from the first that the hero and heroine were meant for each other, but it took a lot of ups and downs before it fina
Darkest Memory
Calah Arlington lands a career-making interview with billionaire club owner, Gabriel Knight. His dark looks and mysterious nature captivate her. However, looks can be deceiving. Now bizarre things are happening to her. She hears his seductive voice when he hasn't spoken. She's become forgetful and worries when she's unable to remember her own actions. Could the truth behind the strange occurrences be deadly? Vampire, Gabriel Knight would have waited a thousand centuries for Calah Arlington to return. A stormy night brings her to him. He should've remained a secret-to protect her. Fate has other plans. Making contact under the pretension of an interview, he lures her to his estate to keep her safe from the enemy. However, he underestimates his dark desire for her. Now who will keep her safe from him?
Reviewer: Janean
Review: May 16, 2010
Genre(s): Paranormal Romance, Vampires
Calah Arlington is a very good journalist who is losing her enthusiasm for her craft. But, then she is granted an interview of a lifetime with Gabriel Knight. Plus, on the same night she has a very strange dream and both of these events renew her interest in the one thing she loves most, her writing and they get her creativity back on track. When Calah meets Gabriel time seems to stop and she can hear him spe
The Kings Druidess
The MacLomain Series, Prelude Chiomara Ruadh, Druidess of Ulster, will not be swayed from prophecy. If the Gods of Ireland request that she couple with the king, so be it. If it is also their wish that he marry another woman, who is Chiomara, a simple Druid, to stand in their way? Erc Breac, king of the Dalriada, can only think of Chiomara. Her beauty is surreal and the tales that follow her across the land unsurpassed. But that is not enough when faced with the obligations of a king. His people must come first. His future wife and queen, Macha, must come first. Yet, fate is a slippery thing. Will Erc risk the whole of his kingdom for what lays in his heart? This novel contains strong sexual content and is recommended for a mature audience. Please NOTE: This is a re-launch of titles published years ago. The stories have been revised and tightened. And as aforementioned, the sensual heat level for all four has been turned way up.
Reviewer: Dee
Review: Nov 9, 2011
Genre(s): Paranormal Romance, Historical Romance, Fantasy, Scottish
Erc, king of Dal'Raida, is getting married to Macha, but he loves Chiomara. That's the main theme of the story. Chiomar is beautiful and Erc would like to be with only her, but that is not the fate of a King. Eric must do what is best for not just himself, but for his whole kingdom.
The many characters in The King's Druidess are not clearly defined. More character development was needed and more detail about
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