Book Review

Basic Details:

Book Title: Ullandale

Subtitle:

Author: Liz Martinson

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Part of a series? No

Order in series:

Best read after earlier books in series?

Available: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42933732-ullandale

Overall score:

I scored this book 5/5

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Short Summary of the book:

Kate applies for her ideal job only to find she’ll be working for the aristocracy. And, she doesn’t gel well with aristocrats. When she accepts the job, she loves it and the bonus is she never meets her boss. But things may not quite be as they seem.

What I liked about the book:

The book is full of romance, with beautiful settings described and impossible to put down.

What I didn’t like about the book:

There was nothing to dislike.

My favourite bits in the book:

I enjoyed the entire book.

My least favourite bits in the book:

The book was enjoyable in its entirety.

Any further books in the series? Any more planned by this author?

This is the first book I’ve read by this author and I will probably try out some others by this author too.

What books could this be compared to and why?

This is a romantic novel that’s well worth a read.

Recommendation:

In summary, I would recommend this book to the following readers:

Children No

Young Adult Maybe

Adult Yes

If you like contemporary romance, this book may be the book for you.

I look forward to reading more by this author.

Book Description by Author:

Returning from abroad, Kate finds her dream job at an upmarket Scottish castle hotel. She silences her inner voice of doubt regarding the owner of the hotel, the Earl of Ullandale. Kate has learned not to like or trust those who live lives of privilege and entitlement.

Prepared to concentrate solely on her work, Kate’s plans are almost immediately thrown into turmoil when she meets Euan, the good-looking factor of the estate, and finds herself deeply attracted to him, almost against her will.

The charismatic Euan, tall and lean, jean-clad with wind-swept and tousled hair, seems to be everywhere, offering help and advice, and working all hours at any job which need doing. He sees Kate and instantly knows without doubt that she is his future.

But mystery surrounds his relationship with Liz, the daughter of the late Earl of Ullandale. And mystery surrounds the whereabouts of the new Earl.

Will Kate finally accept Euan’s love, despite the constant presence of Liz in his life, and will she change her opinion about the mysterious Earl, in this entrancing, exciting and romantic novel, which takes us through her first year at Ullandale? Start reading now to find the answers!

About the Author:

Liz Martinson is the award-winning author of four novels, all of which have a romantic theme, but which also contain many of life's issues woven through the hero and heroine's story.

Belonging is published by Next Chapter and Ullandale has recently been revised and re-issued by Next Chapter, with Counterpoint and Takeover to follow.

Ullandale has received a Chill With A Book Premier Readers Award, and Counterpoint and Takeover a Chill With Book Readers Award.

Liz is writing a fifth novel and is also part-way through writing a historical novel which is, she admits, a new venture.

She uses research and her own experiences in travel, the countryside, hill-walking and kayaking to fuel her writing.

In her spare time, Liz enjoys a wide range of activities which include cycling, reading and taking photographs, as well as cooking and music.

Having completed a Creative Writing course at the University of Lancaster, Liz finished with a Distinction, and in the past has also been a runner-up in the Good Housekeeping Short Story competition.

She hopes you enjoy reading her books, and if you feel you can leave a comment and rating, that would be great. Feedback is always valuable.

Her website is currently under maintenance but the link will be here soon, and Liz can also be reached on Twitter - @lizmartinson3 and be contacted by email - lizmartinson3@gmail.com

She's always happy to respond to queries.