Elizabeth Holcombe: Praise and Press

Dear Readers,
One day in March my good friend Barbara called me and told me she read Heaven and the Heather mentioned in an article in The Scotsman newspaper. That started the small avalanche of friends and fellow writers who had also spied my first novel mentioned in several other British newspapers. The general thesis of the articles was the surprise and amusement British romance readers have toward the American romance readers' interest in romances featuring Scottish men in kilts. I, personally, have no objection to reading--and writing--Scottish set romance novels and putting my hero in a kilt! I don't think our friends across the pond have objections to their fine kilted men either--and they do seem to admire our cowboys--YEE HAH! And OCH! AYE! I have included the links for your perusal. Please, enjoy!
All My Best,
Elizabeth Holcombe




	Praise and Press
	Dear Readers, One day in March my good friend Barbara called me and told me she read Heaven and the Heather mentioned in an article in The Scotsman newspaper. That started the small avalanche of friends and fellow writers who had also spied my first novel mentioned in several other British newspapers. The general thesis of the articles was the surprise and amusement British romance readers have toward the American romance readers' interest in romances featuring Scottish men in kilts. I, personally, have no objection to reading--and writing--Scottish set romance novels and putting my hero in a kilt! I don't think our friends across the pond have objections to their fine kilted men either--and they do seem to admire our cowboys--YEE HAH! And OCH! AYE! I have included the links for your perusal. Please, enjoy! All My Best, Elizabeth Holcombe

			Times On Line March 27, 2005 "America is Turned On By Kilt-Ripping Yarns" by David Stenhouse Daily Record March 29, 2005 "Mills and Brigadoon" by Christina Stokes The Scotsman March 29, 2005 "Kilted Heroes' Novel Role in US Women's Heart-Throbs" by Karen McVeigh "This was the most exciting and intriguing historical romance I've read in a while. I was glued to the pages and could not wait to see how the book would end. This may be Elizabeth Holcombe's debut book but it's a must read for those fans of historical Scottish romances!" —Kathy Boswell, Managing Editor, The Best Reviews Four Arrows! "I quite enjoyed this one…Let's hope (Elizabeth Holcombe is) prolific." —Elizabeth Darrach, Bella Online "A fun story! …This book stays lively and enjoyable." —Delia Larkins, Old Book Barn Gazette "Ms. Holcombe's writing voice is unique and strong, perfect for her chosen historical era….Ms. Holcombe's extensive research is obvious…HEAVEN AND THE HEATHER is a treat, a very fine debut for an author that has found her way on my keeper shelf and the must-have list." —Kris Alice, A Romance Review

	"", ROMANTIC TIMES MAGAZINE, Dec. 2002 "Ms. Holcombe has a hit with her debut book. The characters are well drawn. The description is vivid and evocative. All in all, this is a lively and entertaining read." —Deborah Brent RENDEZVOUS MAGAZINE, Sept. 2002 "Internal and external conflict moved like strong winds throughout the plot. Ms. Holcombe held me spellbound as I raced toward the end." "****", HUNTRESS REVIEWS, Oct. 17, 2002 "Wonderful!...Ms. Holcombe sweeps readers back to a tumultuous age with vivid details and fiery characters...There are few sex scenes and the tension between them sizzles." —Amanda Kilgore* "***", BARNES&NOBLE REVIEW, Oct. 28, 2002 "...Elizabeth Holcombe furbishes a wonderful tale that provides much pleasure to those readers who enjoy a delightful sixteenth century Highland romance." —Harriet Klausner*