Spell of the Highlander

The Highlander Series, Book 7

By: Karen Marie Moning

Narrated by: Phil Gigante

Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins

Publisher's summary

Jessi St. James has got to get a life. Too many hours studying ancient artifacts has given the hardworking archaeology student a bad case of sex on the brain. So she figures she must be dreaming when she spies a gorgeous half-naked man staring out at her from inside the glass of an ancient mirror.

But when a split-second decision saves her from a terrifying attempt on her life, Jessi suddenly finds herself confronting six-and-a-half feet of smoldering, insatiable alpha male.

Heir to the arcane magic of his Druid ancestors, Cian MacKeltar was trapped inside the Dark Glass 11 centuries ago. And when the Dark Glass is stolen, an ancient enemy will stop at nothing to reclaim it.

For Jessi, the sex god in the mirror is not only tantalizingly real, he's offering his protection - from exactly what, Jessi doesn't know. And all he wants in exchange is the exquisite pleasure of sharing her bed.

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©2006 Karen Marie Moning (P)2008 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

love the MacKelters

I've read this book a few times. the world of the MacKelters never loses appeal.

lowering curtain on Highlander, raising for Fever

Synchronicity - we begin with definitions that open myriad possibilities that can drive this book, and also shapes the opening of the next series - Fever - linked, but a world unto its own.
Cian (key-un) has been trapped in a mirror, an Unseelie Hallow, for 1133 years keeping the evil Trevayne alive. When his mirror is stolen and shipped to Chicago, Cian convinces Jessi St James to speak the spell giving him a temporary release to protect her from Trevayne’s henchmen. They embark on a trek to hide from him past the tithe date to ensure Trevayne’s death. But things are never that simple including Cian and Jessi falling through lust and into love. And finding shelter with Drustan and Dageus MacKeltar appears to be due to the machinations of Queen Aoibheal and the future she anticipates- cue the Fever series.
Gigante, as always, does an excellent job of narration.
I don’t know how many times I’ve read or listened to this series but it’s many. Recommend.

Great Series

I started going through my audible books and decided to re-listen to some. Karen Marie Moning is one of my favorite authors and the second listen to the Highlander series was as good as the first. All aspects if the books are great. Phil Gigante reads the book wonderfully. I would recommend this series to anyone that enjoys sci-fy fantasies.

Clever story, outstanding narrator

Phil Giante’s performance is absolutely outstanding!
He was the reason for picking up this series in the first place.
I would give it 5 stars, if it was not for the unneeded detailed comments about slick underwear and use of dictionary better suitable for sailor in the mouth of the feminine heroine
But, that is my complaint about the entire series
It sadly, makes it plain trashy
The author unfortunately makes all her heroines sound like 15 year olds from local trailer park , despite of the fact , they are supposed to be highly educated women in their twenties

Good book for house chores or long drive

Spell of the Highlander

Would you listen to Spell of the Highlander again? Why?

Yes. I love the story.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Spell of the Highlander?

When Cian threw the mirror down the stairs, knowing that it would break and that he would die. What a sacrifice! Thank you for allowing him to live.

What about Phil Gigante’s performance did you like?

I love the Scottish accent.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Cian was yelling at Dageus to go find Jessica, who had been left behind, it really showed how much Cian loved her. It also reminded Dageus how much he loved Chloe. It was a very emotional moment.

Any additional comments?

It would be great if they could redo the audio book with a female narrator and a male narrator. I love Phil, but adding a real female would make the feminine characters sound believable.

Another Awesome Highlander Novel

Great Book! If you're a fan of the Highlander series, this one doesn't disapoint.

I have loved this story for years ...

What made the experience of listening to Spell of the Highlander the most enjoyable?

I loved the sound effects and the highland brogue

What was one of the most memorable moments of Spell of the Highlander?

all of it! I have loved reading this book over and over and listening to it is just as charming!

Have you listened to any of Phil Gigante’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, this is the first one

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed and cried ... just like when reading the book

Any additional comments?

What a magical treat to listen to this story (I have read the book several times)
listening to a male read is different but I enjoyed it ... although men doing women's voices is horrible ...lol just like women doing men's ... but it doesn't ruin the book, I just wish it had of been read by both a man and a woman

One of the best in this series

This has to be one of my favourite books in the highlander series. Cian is a great lead. He has a straightforward sense of humour, he walks a fine line between good and evil due to the fact that he’s used to getting what he wants and doesn't let anything stand in his way of that.

Jessica makes me laugh with some of her inner monologue. She's a strong woman and a great mate for Cian. The two together make a steamy combination. I have reread this book a few times, and the audio edition didn't change my opinion one bit. The narrating was done well and this audiobook will go on my favourites shelf.

I enjoyed this story.

Good series with action, love, and a great storyline. The narrator does a great job.

Loved it!

This was a great continuation of the previous books. The end had an unexpected twist.