tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post4599002877910309190..comments2024-01-24T01:47:52.926-05:00Comments on Debbie's Book Bag: Guest Post and Giveaway: Mia Marlowejustpeachy36http://www.blogger.com/profile/07162185669406984912noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-26557162995066152282012-01-19T14:40:48.849-05:002012-01-19T14:40:48.849-05:00Really enjoyed the interview Mia and Debbie thanks...Really enjoyed the interview Mia and Debbie thanks for sharing. I have read and enjoyed several of Connie's books and loved yours too Mia :)!<br /><br />This sounds like it's going to be great and as you said - what's not to like about a man in a kilt, love Highlanders :). Thank you for sharing the interesting info on Water Horse you found.<br /><br />gfc - pams00Pam S (pams00)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-86063803879211210062012-01-17T15:07:04.779-05:002012-01-17T15:07:04.779-05:00I think a mystery with Nessie aiding victim in cap...I think a mystery with Nessie aiding victim in capture of evil one would be fun. I looked for Nessie when I was in Scotland in 2001 but did not see him. I did get me a stuffed Nessie. lol<br />I have added this to me wish list and can't wait to read. Thanks for the opportunity to entr.<br /><br />misskallie2000 at yahoo dot commisskallie2000https://www.blogger.com/profile/09235631978482541630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-70520108513454403302012-01-11T22:44:30.395-05:002012-01-11T22:44:30.395-05:00Hi Mia!
I really like the fountain of youth idea o...Hi Mia!<br />I really like the fountain of youth idea or Nessie. I could imagine both of them being quite interesting to re-do in a historical romance. <br /><br />*GFC follower<br />yadkny@hotmail.com*yadkny*https://www.blogger.com/profile/11009997492532854307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-26239269922730041472012-01-11T21:53:43.978-05:002012-01-11T21:53:43.978-05:00I would say incorporating the legend of the search...I would say incorporating the legend of the search for the fountain of youth would be interesting.bn100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-23328131026894990162012-01-11T20:14:44.852-05:002012-01-11T20:14:44.852-05:00I love anything that has to do with Bonnie Prince ...I love anything that has to do with Bonnie Prince Charlie. I think anything from that time period is wonderful.Reneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06278460511151322545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-20781647818455434902012-01-11T16:59:31.702-05:002012-01-11T16:59:31.702-05:00As usual, when I'm asked a question, I can'...As usual, when I'm asked a question, I can't come up with a single answer, but later I'll probably think of 2 or 3!! LOL I loved hearing about the water horse legend, and the only other one I can think of right now is the loch ness monster! I would love to read Sins of the Highlander! It looks great, and sounds even better:)In Julie's Opinionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11773229635604332414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-87359523785066799882012-01-11T13:11:39.902-05:002012-01-11T13:11:39.902-05:00I've always loved the legend of Robin Hood - I...I've always loved the legend of Robin Hood - I'd like to see more of those characters and stories written as a historical romance.Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15667108541980608462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-85662846615741317082012-01-11T12:26:44.867-05:002012-01-11T12:26:44.867-05:00There are tons of Scottish Legends...
Here's...There are tons of Scottish Legends... <br /><br />Here's just a few to whet your appetites, if you get the chance check them out<br /><br />the Legend of Black Donald - a devil that couldn't disguise himself<br /><br />The Legend of Fionn - a Scottish magician, warrior and poet (one of my favorites)<br /><br />Ghillie Dhu - a Scottish elf<br /><br />Scotia - a Scottish goddess but frequently portrayed as a hag or a Banshee<br /><br />Shellycoat - Scottish boygeyman, that haunts the rivers and streams.<br /><br />LoL, those are just a few!justpeachy36https://www.blogger.com/profile/07162185669406984912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-59466155615629024232012-01-11T12:05:51.324-05:002012-01-11T12:05:51.324-05:00A specific legend I cann ot think of but I would l...A specific legend I cann ot think of but I would like to read about Norse Legends/mythology. Like Beowulf. I am of Norse heritage and I always found the Vikings, Valhalla and there myths very interesting. Oh and I totally agree with glittergirl about the brogue, I can hear it in my head and LOVE it.Tanyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12816601597482316842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-46800157442753951822012-01-11T08:10:39.739-05:002012-01-11T08:10:39.739-05:00I think it would be fun to read about Big foot/Yet...I think it would be fun to read about Big foot/Yeti in a story.<br />mamabunny13 at gmail dot commamabunny13https://www.blogger.com/profile/03812634171027857183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-81247793861993091892012-01-11T07:31:44.566-05:002012-01-11T07:31:44.566-05:00I can't really think of any legends. Maybe th...I can't really think of any legends. Maybe the Legend of Sleepy Hollow? Please enter me in contest. I really want to read this book. Tore923@aol.comTore923https://www.blogger.com/profile/11560954856511496425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-47276036516853341102012-01-11T07:12:27.807-05:002012-01-11T07:12:27.807-05:00The only Scottish legend I can think of is Rob Roy...The only Scottish legend I can think of is Rob Roy and I think of that as more fact than legend.<br />Theresa N<br />weceno(at)yahoo(dot)comTheresa N.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03077810392816440651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-18540791352389134312012-01-11T07:05:12.014-05:002012-01-11T07:05:12.014-05:00I think I would like to know more about Indian leg...I think I would like to know more about Indian legends. I cannot think of one in particular now, but I know there are many. Thank you so much for the telling of the each uisge. I find that very interesting.<br /><br />lag110 at mchsi dot comlag123https://www.blogger.com/profile/12337928476396088989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-18325768178975107182012-01-10T19:00:22.068-05:002012-01-10T19:00:22.068-05:00Thanks, Peachy! I love to connect with readers. Te...Thanks, Peachy! I love to connect with readers. Terrific blog, BTW!MiaMarlowehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027069675291646955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-2499650682796613392012-01-10T18:58:59.647-05:002012-01-10T18:58:59.647-05:00Glittergirl--Writing an accent is always tricky. I...Glittergirl--Writing an accent is always tricky. I'm glad ours worked for you.MiaMarlowehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027069675291646955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-5705417908298242352012-01-10T18:57:31.868-05:002012-01-10T18:57:31.868-05:00June M--I loved the way Diana Gabaldon slipped Nes...June M--I loved the way Diana Gabaldon slipped Nessie into her Outlander. The idea that the monster had passed through a time portal just like Gabaldon's heroine was a fascinating one.MiaMarlowehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027069675291646955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-63078291710164530452012-01-10T18:57:02.389-05:002012-01-10T18:57:02.389-05:00June M--I loved the way Diana Gabaldon slipped Nes...June M--I loved the way Diana Gabaldon slipped Nessie into her Outlander. The idea that the monster had passed through a time portal just like Gabaldon's heroine was a fascinating one.MiaMarlowehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027069675291646955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-23690401213225414532012-01-10T18:55:49.072-05:002012-01-10T18:55:49.072-05:00ChrisBails--As you may know, I used to sing profes...ChrisBails--As you may know, I used to sing professionally and one of the roles I did was Guenevere in CAMELOT. It was a very difficult role to perform because no matter how hot Lancelot was, I had to betray Arthur, who was the finest of men. I trudged to the stake each night with the sense I deserved my fate.MiaMarlowehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027069675291646955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-58295811417939213032012-01-10T18:52:48.739-05:002012-01-10T18:52:48.739-05:00Di--There have been many retellings of Robin Hood ...Di--There have been many retellings of Robin Hood and I've loved almost every one. When I'm in a silly mood, there's nothing better that MEN IN TIGHTS!MiaMarlowehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027069675291646955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-57239116078609635852012-01-10T17:50:13.157-05:002012-01-10T17:50:13.157-05:00Well I have to put my two cents worth in LOL... As...Well I have to put my two cents worth in LOL... As many of you who follow this blog regularly know, I am of Scottish heritage. There a so many legends and mythos to choose from but I would love to see a historical romance that takes into account the Sidhe legends or Banshee's if you will...<br /><br />It has been done before, but I think Connie and Mia to bring new life to the legends!<br /><br />Thanks for being here Mia! I appreciate it when the author takes the time to interact with the readers!justpeachy36https://www.blogger.com/profile/07162185669406984912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-17250560824635628642012-01-10T17:05:25.003-05:002012-01-10T17:05:25.003-05:00I agree with June M above, I was thinking of Nessi...I agree with June M above, I was thinking of Nessie before I read her comment. It would be fun to read how that legend got started. I've not read a book with "water horses" before. I enjoyed the excerpt you included. I'm glad you added a bit of brogue into the writing style. It helps me keep to the Highland vision as I read :-). glittergirl54 at ymail dot comGlittergirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08523044090148926132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-81302477313742299802012-01-10T15:25:58.869-05:002012-01-10T15:25:58.869-05:00A legend that I would like to see incorporated int...A legend that I would like to see incorporated into a historical romance would be the Loch Ness Monster. Maybe it could be a story of how the legend got started.<br />manning_j2004 at yahoo dot comJune M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14929817630779731177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-49392120176802378512012-01-10T13:48:24.951-05:002012-01-10T13:48:24.951-05:00I would love to see the Legend of King Arthur brou...I would love to see the Legend of King Arthur brought into a story. With his love for Guinevere. I have loved this story and love the stories about it.<br />Have read a few of Mia's books, but none of Connies. Love Highlander stories, would love to win and read this one.<br />christinebails@yahoo.comChrisbailshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12211119853890993337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-80404271928263703962012-01-10T13:27:55.747-05:002012-01-10T13:27:55.747-05:00I've loved many versions of the Robin Hood leg...I've loved many versions of the Robin Hood legend - but I like to think there was an HEA. A story by Connie + Mia is inspired - will love reading it!<br />sallans d at yahoo dot comDihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17621358091229477687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4120532555341624132.post-10831756469360749492012-01-10T12:37:26.416-05:002012-01-10T12:37:26.416-05:00Kathleen--I thought selkies were simply the Scotti...Kathleen--I thought selkies were simply the Scottish name for seals. I'll have to do a little more digging. Another watery entity I ran into were kelpies. They're like a water horse, but instead of inhabiting lochs, they thrive in rivers.MiaMarlowehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18027069675291646955noreply@blogger.com