5 out of 5 Cheers - Melanie from Have You Heard My Book Review

"Ms. McDowell seems to anticipate the readers questions before they are asked. Her writing style is simply beautiful and will keep you spellbound from beginning to end. Ms. McDowell's books are automatic buys. I gave this one five cheers out of five because this book envelopes you in its beauty."

Review from Kristina Anderson

"The story captured and held my attention from beginning to end. Blair McDowell’s descriptions brought the book alive. The dual-time line added depth to the story. The author’s research is evident from the clothing, the food, modes of transportation, and attitudes of the people."

Marlene at readingreality.net

"The MacInnes Affair is the finest kind of time-slip romance, one where the dive into the past illuminates but does not overshadow the story in the present - and the other way around. It is a marvelous story every step of the way. This is the story of one single pair of star-crossed lovers and their one small corner of history. And it is lovely exactly as it is."

From Susan Johnston

"This book is a must for any fan of the Outlander books and tv series. Even though there is no time travel, the two stories evolving simultaneously allows the reader to leap centures. Even if you are not an Outlander fan, it is still an entertaining and exciting read."

5 out of 5 stars - From The Romance Reviews - Avonna Loves Genres

"The MacInnes Affair has two time-lines that intertwine, but no one travels to another time. That said, both plot-lins are well written and I never felt confused as the two stories shift from past to present and back again. This is the type of book you can just fall into and get engrossed by the history and mystery and not want to put down. This is the first book I have read from the new-to-me author, but I will definitely be looking for others."