Ceci Giltenan is a successful American author, best known for her work in the genres of romance and historical fiction. She is the author of the Pocket Watch Chronicles series and the Duncurra series, both of which have received critical acclaim and a enthusiastic response from readers. The Pocket Watch Chronicles series, which includes titles such as "The Highlander's French Bride" and "The Highlander's English Bride," transports readers to 16th century Scotland and follows the lives of the characters as they navigate love and adventure. The Duncurra series, on the other hand, is set in medieval Scotland and Ireland and tells the stories of the people of Duncurra, a fictional clan.
Giltenan's path to becoming a writer was not a traditional one. Although she was not raised in New Jersey, she decided she wanted to be a Jersey girl after learning that Jersey girls do not pump their own gas. She and her husband later moved to Southwest Florida, where she currently resides. It is said that the move to Florida might have something to do with the pharmaceutical industry, but the specifics of this are unclear. Despite the lack of clarity around the details of her move, one thing is certain: Giltenan is a true lover of warm weather and is often heard saying that any day she doesn't have to wear socks is a good day.
It is worth noting that, although Giltenan is an accomplished author, she is also a lifelong learner. She holds a degree in English from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a Master's degree in Adult Education from Pennsylvania State University. This love of learning is evident in her writing, as she brings historical accuracy and depth to her stories, transporting readers to different times and places with her vivid and engaging prose.
Giltenan's work has been praised for her ability to create complex and relatable characters, as well as her attention to historical detail. Her books have been described as "captivating," "riveting," and "impossible to put down." With her unique blend of romance, adventure, and historical accuracy, Ceci Giltenan has established herself as a talented and popular author in the genres of romance and historical fiction.