Duncan MacHarg may have fun reenacting battles involving the Highlanders, but he never expected to be summoned back in time to help them out. Chieftess Abby of Clan Kerr is in trouble. With the English picking fights and money running low, she is doing her best to be the leader her clan needs. When Duncan shows up, she isn't excited about his prospects, but he just may be the help she has been looking for all along.

JUST IN TIME FOR A HIGHLANDER by Gwyn Cready is an absolutely brilliant novel with a kick butt female lead and swoony love interest. Chieftess Abby is the perfect addition to the historical/time travel romance world with her fearless and no-nonsense attitude. She works hard to rule in a time where respect for women is hard to come by, so she demands it every chance she gets. Alongside her, Duncan is a strong character himself with a thirst to follow and aid this brave leader.

As much as I love the characters and the excellent world building, I do wish more of Duncan's background had been included. There are hints throughout the story about his past, but he seems to adjust to a time period long, long ago without experiencing many culture hang ups or even many thoughts as to what's going on in his own time period. Given the big time difference, it makes it feel like his story and experience is pushed to the side a bit. It definitely doesn't halt any enjoyment in the story, but it still feels a like something is a little lacking on his end.

Overall, Gwyn Cready does a marvelous job of creating strong and sexy characters that stand out. JUST IN TIME FOR A HIGHLANDER is the perfect read for someone looking for something different and exciting in the historical romance world.