To Tame a Highland Warrior

Highlander, Book 2

By: Karen Marie Moning

Narrated by: Phil Gigante

Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins

Publisher's summary

A woman's tender touch....

He was born to a clan of warriors of supernatural strength, but Gavrael McIllioch abandoned his name and his Highland castle, determined to escape the dark fate of his ancestors. Hiding his identity from the relentless rival clan that hunted him, he called himself Grimm to protect the people he cared for, vowing never to acknowledge his love for ravishing Jillian St. Clair.

Yet even from afar he watched over her, and when her father sent an urgent summons, "Come for Jillian," he raced to her side - into a competition to win her hand in marriage.

A warrior's steely heart....

Why had he run from her so many years before? And why return now to see her offered as a prize in her father's manipulative game? Furious, Jillian vowed never to wed. But Grimm was the man she loved, the one who urged her to marry another. He tried to pretend indifference as she tempted him, but he could not deny the fierce desires that compelled him to abduct her from the altar. She was the only woman who could tame the beast that raged within him - even as deadly enemies plotted to destroy them both.

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©2007 Karen Marie Moning (P)2007 Brilliance Audio

Critic reviews

"Highly original...sensual, hard-to-put-down romance. Karen Marie Moning is destined to make her mark on the genre." ( Romantic Times)
"A hauntingly beautiful love story....Karen Marie Moning gives us an emotional masterpiece that you will want to take out and read again and again." ( Rendezvous)

Get it for the narration.

What made the experience of listening to To Tame a Highland Warrior the most enjoyable?

The voice. OMG It was the best. I have listened to many audio books and no matter how great the story is, if the narration is crap --- it can ruin a story.

Who was your favorite character and why?

GRIMM -- Because how can you resist such a sexy man? Followed 2nd by his uncle.

Which character – as performed by Phil Gigante – was your favorite?

GRIMM

Love it

I have to say I enjoy listening to ms Moning book in audible format it is more enjoyable then reading the novel, I read this book years ago and was excited to see it was on audible the narrator has a nice voice and I liked his Scottish accent. His female voices are a little off but it didn’t ruin my enjoyment of listening instead of reading it. I recommend this for all Highlander fans who loves the heroines to be innocent and the men as masculine as possible but also protective.

Better than the first

This book is better than the first! I think this is the 3rd time I have listened to this book too. Although it doesn’t contribute to the overall series, I just really like these characters. I’m glad I listened to it again. I have never restart a complete series and listened to all the books like I am this time, not even “Harry Potter “!Although, I may just listen to the Kate Daniel series again after the final book:)

Outstanding story.

I’ve listened to each book in this series in order and have loved every one of them. . Each story in this series is outstanding. Grimm’s story is no exception. I was hooked from the beginning through out the entire story, hanging on every word. Karen Marie Moning is a very gifted author. Book one in this series was the first book I listened to by this author. I instantly became a fan for life.
Phil G. has performed every story in this series with great emotion, tenderness, and humor. He has become one of my favorite narrators. Unfortunately in his performance of this audiobook, he performed some of the main female characters voices with a southern draw. Although previous stories had women with a southern accent in it, this story does not until the epilogue. Unfortunately there were multiple times Chloe spoke with a southern accent, instead of a Scottish accent. I wish all authors sent their books to an audiobook copy editor to listen and check each narrator’s performance of their audiobook. You may pm me for a recommendation of an ACE.)
Other than that, Phil was once again outstanding. Sadly for me, one who does check audiobooks, the wrong accent drove me a bit crazy until I forced myself to block it out and just fall into the story. And fall into it I did. This is a must have audiobook. The story is outstanding. Although I prefer to listen to books in a series in order, each book in this series is a great stand alone. I highly recommend this audiobook.

A very satisfying listen.

I was a little annoyed/put off by Grimm's early behavior toward Jillian, even though I understood the reason behind it.
The same goes for the broad lack of communication between the main characters. I wanted to shake them. But, I suppose that is the mark of a good story...to get the reader emotional about it.
Well done!

Epic Love Story!

This is the most beautiful and moving storytelling of a man coming to acceptance of himself, his heritage and his love for one woman. At the same time it reveals the love and frustration of the woman who is his true mate. Karen Marie Moning makes you feel every emotion from laughter to tears and everything in between. Phil Gigante transports into their world with his fantastic brogue and unique voices for each character. I highly recommend this book, you are sure to love it.

This one could stand alone

So far, this one is my favourite. I'm not keen on the time traveling in the other two I've listened to so far. This one would be independent of the series and work very well.
This is so worth a listen if for nothing else than to hear the narrator give the Clergyman the voice from the priest in The Princess Bride film. I laughed out loud when I heard it! "Ma-wage" haha!!
Great book all around. I'm really enjoying the series even if I'm picky about the time travel in the others. This one doesn't have that element but it's still magical.

Grinning and smiling from ear to ear at the End

If you could sum up To Tame a Highland Warrior in three words, what would they be?

Awesome,Awesome,Awesome

What other book might you compare To Tame a Highland Warrior to and why?

The Dangerous Highlander both had these strong male characters that were determined to do the right thing but fell victim to true love

What does Phil Gigante bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

It makes you feel like you are standing right next to the heroine, he brings the story to life

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Ys but obligations kept getting in the way

Any additional comments?

Yes, Just give me more of the same fairytale endings

to die for read

completely, utterly, unequivocally entranced by these books. I have read them twice now the author is brilliant

Classic Highland romance and series

How many times have I read or listened to this series? Maybe 10?
This series is probably the best of the Highland warriors genre you’ll find out there. Yes, there’s some overlap of characters, but the best part is this series also sets the stage for Moning’s Fever series of 11 books set in modern day.
Grim Roderick gets drawn back to Jillian, the love of his life since he was 16. He’s hidden a major secret of his inheritance until he needs to protect her from his clan’s long time foes.
I absolutely love Phil Gigante’s voice. It helps that he does a great job of character differentiation.