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Warrior #1
Die Ehre des Ritters
368 pages, Paperback
First published July 31, 2001
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Tina St. John
10 books158 followersPseudonym of Lara Adrian
A Michigan native and descendant of Mayflower passenger Governor William Bradford, Tina St. John makes her home in coastal New England with her husband, the inspiration for all her heroes and her most devoted fan. The couple are the caretakers of two rescued felines who have trained them to surrender treats, tuna, and belly rubs on command.
She quit a full-time corporate job to pursue her dream of becoming a published author. In 1995, Tina St. John sold her first completed manuscript, Lord of Vengeance, and has since gone on to pen several more acclaimed medieval romances. She was frightened of vampires as a child. Luckily, she has overcome this fear and uses that early fascination to drive her paranormal romance novels as Lara Adrian. Her stories mesh fear, sensuality, and power into vampire romance fantasy novels and today she is well-known for the popular Midnight Breed series. She believes that “vampires as heroes in romantic fiction…are the ultimate bad boy.” Her books have been licensed in over sixteen countries. She is also a RWA RITA finalist and Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice award recipient.
A Michigan native and descendant of Mayflower passenger Governor William Bradford, Tina St. John makes her home in coastal New England with her husband, the inspiration for all her heroes and her most devoted fan. The couple are the caretakers of two rescued felines who have trained them to surrender treats, tuna, and belly rubs on command.
She quit a full-time corporate job to pursue her dream of becoming a published author. In 1995, Tina St. John sold her first completed manuscript, Lord of Vengeance, and has since gone on to pen several more acclaimed medieval romances. She was frightened of vampires as a child. Luckily, she has overcome this fear and uses that early fascination to drive her paranormal romance novels as Lara Adrian. Her stories mesh fear, sensuality, and power into vampire romance fantasy novels and today she is well-known for the popular Midnight Breed series. She believes that “vampires as heroes in romantic fiction…are the ultimate bad boy.” Her books have been licensed in over sixteen countries. She is also a RWA RITA finalist and Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice award recipient.
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September 7, 2022
Read: 5/28/12
Reread: 7/28/18
This is her best book in the series! It's a well written medieval adventure. The author does a great job bringing the MC together and keeps you on your toes wondering how it will all end with a HEA.
Reread: 7/28/18
This is her best book in the series! It's a well written medieval adventure. The author does a great job bringing the MC together and keeps you on your toes wondering how it will all end with a HEA.
December 5, 2013
I can't recall the exact year, but this story is set during the reign of Richard I, and that nasty Prince John's been running the show while Richard's been off crusading. Isabel de Lamere been on the shelf for a bit since years ago her father was accused of treason against Henry II, but times have changed and King Richard wants her married to an ally of his choosing. Isabel's a medieval gal who understands honor and duty come before true love (huge bonus points for that), but there's a hitch on the way and she's kidnapped by the odious Earl of Droghallow (he's in cahoots with Prince John). Our hero Griffin is one of Droghallow's flunkies, he was abandoned at the castle as a baby and the two boys were raised as foster brothers. Griffin was the one with the knightly skills and honor (he actually saved Isabel when she was a very young girl), but after years doing Droghallow's dirty work, his hands are a bit soiled and he'll do anything for funds to get himself on the road to a new life.
So...the kidnapping goes off without a hitch, but that ebil Droghallow refuses to pay Griffin, so he sneaks Isabel out of the keep with the intention of delivering her to her intended. I think he means to collect a reward, but it's been a few days and my memory is fading. Neither here nor there, what follows is a fun romp with lots of twists and turns as our pair falls in love and dodges the bad guys. This book was perfectly suited to my mood last weekend, and I blew right through it and loved every minute of it, and even though it was pretty easy to guess the big secret of Griffin's birth, it was a lot of fun watching it all play out. This is the first in a trilogy, and I've already placed a hold on book #2, Black Lion's Bride.
So...the kidnapping goes off without a hitch, but that ebil Droghallow refuses to pay Griffin, so he sneaks Isabel out of the keep with the intention of delivering her to her intended. I think he means to collect a reward, but it's been a few days and my memory is fading. Neither here nor there, what follows is a fun romp with lots of twists and turns as our pair falls in love and dodges the bad guys. This book was perfectly suited to my mood last weekend, and I blew right through it and loved every minute of it, and even though it was pretty easy to guess the big secret of Griffin's birth, it was a lot of fun watching it all play out. This is the first in a trilogy, and I've already placed a hold on book #2, Black Lion's Bride.
February 18, 2018
Uh huh. I'm afraid I was out of this after only 5 pages.
The writing is atrocious (I would suggest trying either Angelique or The Thorn Birds for quality writing of a child/youth), not just in the awful POV of what is supposed to be a young girl of eight, but also very basically in the ostentatious and simplistic prose itself.
And also for the fact that an eight-year-old girl notices stuff and looks at a 14-year-old boy as if she were past puberty and sexually attracted. Sorry, far too skeevy as it's written. And completely beside any conceivable point.
Last but not least, again the fatshamed girl/woman meeting the lanky, beautiful boy trope. Gah.
I'm afraid this is nothing I want to spend time with. :)
The writing is atrocious (I would suggest trying either Angelique or The Thorn Birds for quality writing of a child/youth), not just in the awful POV of what is supposed to be a young girl of eight, but also very basically in the ostentatious and simplistic prose itself.
And also for the fact that an eight-year-old girl notices stuff and looks at a 14-year-old boy as if she were past puberty and sexually attracted. Sorry, far too skeevy as it's written. And completely beside any conceivable point.
Last but not least, again the fatshamed girl/woman meeting the lanky, beautiful boy trope. Gah.
I'm afraid this is nothing I want to spend time with. :)
January 7, 2016
The first book in the Warrior series by Tina St. John aka Lara Adrian. Isabel de Lamere is ordered to marry by the king but on the way to her betroth she is kidnapped by Griffin of Droghallow. Isabel met Griffin once ten years before when she was a pudgy child of 8. They don't recognized each other at first. Anyway, when Griffin finds out he won't be paid for the kidnapping he steals her back with intentions of taking her to her betroth himself.
This really wasn't a bad read. Not sure why I wasn't totally in love with it but I never felt truly drawn into the story. I think perhaps I just wasn't in the mood for a historical romance. But I did like the characters and I am curious about the next book in the series. I think I will more than likely read it too. I would recommend this to someone looking for a good medieval romance.
This really wasn't a bad read. Not sure why I wasn't totally in love with it but I never felt truly drawn into the story. I think perhaps I just wasn't in the mood for a historical romance. But I did like the characters and I am curious about the next book in the series. I think I will more than likely read it too. I would recommend this to someone looking for a good medieval romance.
January 5, 2014
Actual rating is 3.75 stars, because I liked her first historical, Lord of Vengeance, a smidgen better.
Set during the reign of Richard the Lionheart, White Lion's Lady is a very enjoyable medieval romp. We meet the hero and heroine briefly in the beginning; Izzy is an adventurous little girl and Griffin is young man with the highest moral standards, hoping one day to become an honorable knight.
Can I just say, "sigh..." ☺
Their situations have changed considerably when they meet again, not the least of which being that Griffin's honor has become more than a little tarnished. Needless to say their feelings toward each other grow through trials and tribulations and lead to a satisfying ending.
Not a true spoiler--more of a generalization--but .
I will absolutely continue this trilogy, not only because I love Ms. Adrian's writing, but because a side character gets his own book later on. Lol, I felt bad for this poor guy in this story. Without giving away too much, we'll just say there were moments I'm sure he felt a little like this:
A couple things I'll nitpick about include the odd overuse of the colon punctuation mark, and a slight tendency toward sappiness. The heat level is a bit low as well.
Set during the reign of Richard the Lionheart, White Lion's Lady is a very enjoyable medieval romp. We meet the hero and heroine briefly in the beginning; Izzy is an adventurous little girl and Griffin is young man with the highest moral standards, hoping one day to become an honorable knight.
Can I just say, "sigh..." ☺
Their situations have changed considerably when they meet again, not the least of which being that Griffin's honor has become more than a little tarnished. Needless to say their feelings toward each other grow through trials and tribulations and lead to a satisfying ending.
Not a true spoiler--more of a generalization--but .
I will absolutely continue this trilogy, not only because I love Ms. Adrian's writing, but because a side character gets his own book later on. Lol, I felt bad for this poor guy in this story. Without giving away too much, we'll just say there were moments I'm sure he felt a little like this:
A couple things I'll nitpick about include the odd overuse of the colon punctuation mark, and a slight tendency toward sappiness. The heat level is a bit low as well.
April 25, 2024
Reread 4/25/24
Isabel has had a crush on Griffin since she was girl. He's the Knight of her dreams but years later when she's on her way to her wedding to some rando the king chose for her, she gets kidnapped by none other than her knight in shining armor. Griff 's armor is tarnished now and he's become the lackey to an atrocious little dude who holds all the power. But the honorable knight is still hiding in there somewhere so he eventually helps Isabel escape and escorts her to her fiancee's castle. Pursued by evil dudes henchmen, they still manage to have pants feelings and fall in love.
This is the first book in the warrior trilogy and probably my third favorite of the series. I didn't remember much so it was like reading it for the first time. It's well written, and I felt immersed in the medieval era but the romance is a little unevenly paced and rushed towards the end. The middle sags somewhat and there's a twist at the end that was kind of obvious but also surprising at the same time. If you're jonesing for a road trip romantic adventure and lots of action along with decent historical detail, the get thee this book. It's on KU.
⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
🔥/5
Tropes:
Second chance
Kidnapping
Sick bed comfort
Secret identity
Isabel has had a crush on Griffin since she was girl. He's the Knight of her dreams but years later when she's on her way to her wedding to some rando the king chose for her, she gets kidnapped by none other than her knight in shining armor. Griff 's armor is tarnished now and he's become the lackey to an atrocious little dude who holds all the power. But the honorable knight is still hiding in there somewhere so he eventually helps Isabel escape and escorts her to her fiancee's castle. Pursued by evil dudes henchmen, they still manage to have pants feelings and fall in love.
This is the first book in the warrior trilogy and probably my third favorite of the series. I didn't remember much so it was like reading it for the first time. It's well written, and I felt immersed in the medieval era but the romance is a little unevenly paced and rushed towards the end. The middle sags somewhat and there's a twist at the end that was kind of obvious but also surprising at the same time. If you're jonesing for a road trip romantic adventure and lots of action along with decent historical detail, the get thee this book. It's on KU.
⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
🔥/5
Tropes:
Second chance
Kidnapping
Sick bed comfort
Secret identity
dnf
November 14, 2025Too tame and predictable which puts me to sleep, unfortunately.
February 19, 2018
Not too bad. Easy and forgettable read. There are some lovely moments. Too wordy overall and a little slow in the middle.
May 9, 2016
White Lion's Lady
4 Stars
On the way to her wedding. Isabel de Lamere is abducted by a man she met only once as a child, Griffin of Droghallow. The years have changed Griffin and not for the better as the young boy whose honor impressed Isabel so much has become a mercenary scarred by the actions he has been forced to take. betrayed by his employer, Griffin and Isabel find themselves on the run from powerful foes and must work together if they are to survive.
Stayed up till 2AM to finish this one, which is always the sign of a fast paced and action packed read.
Kudos to Adrian for her realistic portrayal of the historical era both in terms of a woman’s position in Medieval society and the references to the constant political machinations of the House of Plantagenet. Nevertheless, one plot point that does require a certain suspension of disbelief is the idea that .
Despite one or two small TSTL moments, Izzy is a likable heroine who demonstrates real strength and courage throughout the book. The conflict between her attraction to Griffin and her family obligations and duty toward the King creates an interesting tension within the romance. Griffin is a morally ambiguous hero but ultimately proves that his honor has not been completely tarnished.
The series continues with Sebastian’s book and I look forward to continuing with it.
4 Stars
On the way to her wedding. Isabel de Lamere is abducted by a man she met only once as a child, Griffin of Droghallow. The years have changed Griffin and not for the better as the young boy whose honor impressed Isabel so much has become a mercenary scarred by the actions he has been forced to take. betrayed by his employer, Griffin and Isabel find themselves on the run from powerful foes and must work together if they are to survive.
Stayed up till 2AM to finish this one, which is always the sign of a fast paced and action packed read.
Kudos to Adrian for her realistic portrayal of the historical era both in terms of a woman’s position in Medieval society and the references to the constant political machinations of the House of Plantagenet. Nevertheless, one plot point that does require a certain suspension of disbelief is the idea that .
Despite one or two small TSTL moments, Izzy is a likable heroine who demonstrates real strength and courage throughout the book. The conflict between her attraction to Griffin and her family obligations and duty toward the King creates an interesting tension within the romance. Griffin is a morally ambiguous hero but ultimately proves that his honor has not been completely tarnished.
The series continues with Sebastian’s book and I look forward to continuing with it.
February 22, 2016
This was to soapy for me. To serious. Not a hint of humour. If it was soap opera ( and it very well could be) I couldn't have sit through it without a fast forward button. But it was ok enough to finish. The ending was the worst part. He goes away and comes back? The thinking of both the main characters is very muddled.
November 3, 2015
Very sweet. Likeable characters who both have secrets. My reason for 4 stars not 5 is the lack of love scenes. There is only 1, really and it's not so well written. None the less, it was entertaining. I found it hard to put down and never felt there were any lulls.
February 19, 2018
This is what I would call 'generic' romance - the same story, given a few tweaks, could work just as well in Regency era, modern times, Sci-fi, etc etc.
This version lacked any real 'bite' and even the sex was (particularly the scene in the monastery) was predictable.
I skimmed over the rest of the book - there was nothing new here apart from the era in which it was set. Some of the action was confusing as were some words, but I simply glossed over those, not caring whether they were mistakes or not.
This was a bit like watching a modern American action movie -- you know roughly what is going to happen, and then you think the end is about to come..... and something ELSE happens ... and then ANOTHER thing happens so by the time the end actually happens, you are simply relieved to get the chance to leave the cinema.
This version lacked any real 'bite' and even the sex was (particularly the scene in the monastery) was predictable.
I skimmed over the rest of the book - there was nothing new here apart from the era in which it was set. Some of the action was confusing as were some words, but I simply glossed over those, not caring whether they were mistakes or not.
This was a bit like watching a modern American action movie -- you know roughly what is going to happen, and then you think the end is about to come..... and something ELSE happens ... and then ANOTHER thing happens so by the time the end actually happens, you are simply relieved to get the chance to leave the cinema.
April 28, 2013
La Signora della Tentazione sarebbe potuto essere uno splendido romanzo.
Le premesse c’erano tutte, in effetti, ma sono costretta ad ammettere che queste si afflosciano tristemente come margherite appassite molto prima che il lettore giunga a metà della storia. Gli elementi positivi non mancano, tuttavia alcuni di questi risultano in qualche modo svalutati. A mio parere ciò è conseguenza soprattuto di uno sviluppo che, per certi versi, si può definire incompleto. Cominciamo prendendo in esame i pilastri sui quali si regge un romance, che sia storico o paranormale non importa, ossia i due protagonisti.
L’eroe della vicenda, Griffin di Draghallow, è un personaggio che funziona soltanto in parte.
Il background di provenienza era perfetto: quella del ragazzo dai grandi ideali che si trova costretto dalle circostanze della vita a trasformarsi in un uomo cinico e tormentato è un’ottima storia, una di quelle che non lascia indifferenti; a patto, ovviamente, che la si gestisca con decisione, cosa che in questo romanzo a mio parere non è stata fatta. Innanzitutto, Griffin non è abbastanza cinico e a ben pensarci neppure abbastanza tormentato da recitare la parte che un copione del genere richiede. Non è chiaro di quali orrendi crimini si sia macchiato in passato per guadagnare la reputazione di farabutto che, prima fra tutte, Isabel gli affibbia in men che non si dica. Il fatto che l’abbia rapita per conto di terzi con l’intenzione di guadagnarci un po’ di soldi non basta (e una lettrice smaliziata di romance questo lo sa) e l’autrice, d’altro canto, sminuisce ancora il conflitto che doveva essere alla base del rapporto con l’eroina facendo comportare Griffin più come un gentiluomo che come una canaglia. Ecco, non tutti gli eroi romance devono per forza vantare una caratterizzazione negativa estrema, all’Anne Stuart per intenderci, ma una bella dose di angst puro non guasta mai se si vuole scrivere d’amore.
Un punto a favore della buona riuscita del romanzo che, però, non è stato sfruttato fino in fondo, è quello rappresentato dalla protagonista: Isabel. Nel mondo dei romance è raro trovare un’eroina verso la quale non si provi subito una cocente ondata d’odio, tale da farti sperare in una sua rapida dipartita. Lara Adrian, invece, ci presenta una donna dei suoi tempi: coraggiosa senza apparire ridicola e virtuosa (come tradizione vuole) senza sembrare antipatica. Griffin la definisce una “colomba con un cuore di falco” e, nonostante non sia certo un’eroina indimenticabile, perlomeno non infastidisce più tanto. È sciocca e anche ingenua, ma la psicologia del suo personaggio rimane coerente con l’immagine costruita dall’autrice lungo tutto il corso del romanzo.
L’aspetto erotico della relazione fra i due protagonisti risulta molto meno marcato rispetto a quello romantico. Io definirei questo libro un historical romance dall’impianto classico e, infatti, White Lion’s Lady è un romanzo che risale ai primi anni del duemila, quando ancora non era scoppiata la mania dell’erotico “a tutti i costi”. Ed è proprio nell’aspetto romantico della vicenda che si può riconoscere il principale elemento positivo del romanzo. Alcune delle scene descritte sono molto suggestive, una in particolare strappa più di un sorriso compiaciuto e sono valorizzate dallo stile semplice ma accattivante della Adrian; uno stile che sarà particolarmente apprezzato nella sua serie paranormal romance Midnight Breed.
Per una volta, l’azione all’interno del romanzo non è stata relegata a un angolino buio e dimenticato; lo stesso si può affermare per quanto riguarda i protagonisti secondari (Villain compreso) che appaiono ben caratterizzati, più di quanto ci si potrebbe aspettare.
Il protagonista del secondo volume della trilogia di cui La Signora della Tentazione costituisce il primo episodio sarà, infatti, Sebastian di Montborne. Sebastian è una figura intrigante dotata di un notevole carisma che, durante la lettura, riesce a strappare l’attenzione dal protagonista stesso per proiettarla su di sé. A giudicare dai pareri delle lettrici d’oltreoceano, il romanzo che avrà lui come eroe principale e come eroina una donna fuori dal comune, lascia ben sperare.
In definitiva, La Signora della Tentazione è un dignitoso historical romance che non annoia e, allo stesso tempo, non entusiasma più di tanto nonostante gli evidenti aspetti positivi.
Una lettura piacevole ma non indimenticabile.
Le premesse c’erano tutte, in effetti, ma sono costretta ad ammettere che queste si afflosciano tristemente come margherite appassite molto prima che il lettore giunga a metà della storia. Gli elementi positivi non mancano, tuttavia alcuni di questi risultano in qualche modo svalutati. A mio parere ciò è conseguenza soprattuto di uno sviluppo che, per certi versi, si può definire incompleto. Cominciamo prendendo in esame i pilastri sui quali si regge un romance, che sia storico o paranormale non importa, ossia i due protagonisti.
L’eroe della vicenda, Griffin di Draghallow, è un personaggio che funziona soltanto in parte.
Il background di provenienza era perfetto: quella del ragazzo dai grandi ideali che si trova costretto dalle circostanze della vita a trasformarsi in un uomo cinico e tormentato è un’ottima storia, una di quelle che non lascia indifferenti; a patto, ovviamente, che la si gestisca con decisione, cosa che in questo romanzo a mio parere non è stata fatta. Innanzitutto, Griffin non è abbastanza cinico e a ben pensarci neppure abbastanza tormentato da recitare la parte che un copione del genere richiede. Non è chiaro di quali orrendi crimini si sia macchiato in passato per guadagnare la reputazione di farabutto che, prima fra tutte, Isabel gli affibbia in men che non si dica. Il fatto che l’abbia rapita per conto di terzi con l’intenzione di guadagnarci un po’ di soldi non basta (e una lettrice smaliziata di romance questo lo sa) e l’autrice, d’altro canto, sminuisce ancora il conflitto che doveva essere alla base del rapporto con l’eroina facendo comportare Griffin più come un gentiluomo che come una canaglia. Ecco, non tutti gli eroi romance devono per forza vantare una caratterizzazione negativa estrema, all’Anne Stuart per intenderci, ma una bella dose di angst puro non guasta mai se si vuole scrivere d’amore.
Un punto a favore della buona riuscita del romanzo che, però, non è stato sfruttato fino in fondo, è quello rappresentato dalla protagonista: Isabel. Nel mondo dei romance è raro trovare un’eroina verso la quale non si provi subito una cocente ondata d’odio, tale da farti sperare in una sua rapida dipartita. Lara Adrian, invece, ci presenta una donna dei suoi tempi: coraggiosa senza apparire ridicola e virtuosa (come tradizione vuole) senza sembrare antipatica. Griffin la definisce una “colomba con un cuore di falco” e, nonostante non sia certo un’eroina indimenticabile, perlomeno non infastidisce più tanto. È sciocca e anche ingenua, ma la psicologia del suo personaggio rimane coerente con l’immagine costruita dall’autrice lungo tutto il corso del romanzo.
L’aspetto erotico della relazione fra i due protagonisti risulta molto meno marcato rispetto a quello romantico. Io definirei questo libro un historical romance dall’impianto classico e, infatti, White Lion’s Lady è un romanzo che risale ai primi anni del duemila, quando ancora non era scoppiata la mania dell’erotico “a tutti i costi”. Ed è proprio nell’aspetto romantico della vicenda che si può riconoscere il principale elemento positivo del romanzo. Alcune delle scene descritte sono molto suggestive, una in particolare strappa più di un sorriso compiaciuto e sono valorizzate dallo stile semplice ma accattivante della Adrian; uno stile che sarà particolarmente apprezzato nella sua serie paranormal romance Midnight Breed.
Per una volta, l’azione all’interno del romanzo non è stata relegata a un angolino buio e dimenticato; lo stesso si può affermare per quanto riguarda i protagonisti secondari (Villain compreso) che appaiono ben caratterizzati, più di quanto ci si potrebbe aspettare.
Il protagonista del secondo volume della trilogia di cui La Signora della Tentazione costituisce il primo episodio sarà, infatti, Sebastian di Montborne. Sebastian è una figura intrigante dotata di un notevole carisma che, durante la lettura, riesce a strappare l’attenzione dal protagonista stesso per proiettarla su di sé. A giudicare dai pareri delle lettrici d’oltreoceano, il romanzo che avrà lui come eroe principale e come eroina una donna fuori dal comune, lascia ben sperare.
In definitiva, La Signora della Tentazione è un dignitoso historical romance che non annoia e, allo stesso tempo, non entusiasma più di tanto nonostante gli evidenti aspetti positivi.
Una lettura piacevole ma non indimenticabile.
February 21, 2014
I loved this book! I enjoyed the story of Griffin and Isabel. It was an emotional journey with them in the book. I found myself wanting to yell at them from time to time! I love how the characters got to know each other as they are reunited. Like how isabel was a feisty and strong character and at times my heart broke for Griffin. Loved the ending and the surprise as to whose family Griffin really belongs to, i also found the historic references to be very interesting. I quite enjoy that time period something really cool about swords and bows an arrows lol i find them much more interesting then books with guns etc. I would love to read Sebastians story next! :)
December 20, 2013
3.5 stars
October 10, 2015
This review is of “White Lion’s Lady”, book 1 in “The Warrior Trilogy” by Lara Adrian.
The Story: The book begins in 1179 with the heroine of the book, Isabel de Lamere, age 8 at the beginning, running in tears from a party after being made fun of. Isabel-or Izzy as she is known then-goes into the woods, gets lost and is attacked by a wild boar. She is saved by Griffin of Droghallow, the hero of the book, who kills the boar, and Izzy falls in love with him.
Fast-forward 10 years. Isabel, now 18, has been summoned from the convent she was sent to after her father was tried and executed as a traitor to the Crown and her mother was exiled to her native France, ordered by the King, Richard of Plantagenet, to marry Sebastian of Montborne, a man she has never met. And she may not, because, unbeknownst to her, Isabel is slated to be kidnapped by Griffin by order of his foster brother, Dominic of Droghallow. The reason for the abduction: The Earl of Montborne is a hated rival of Dominic’s. It is only when Griffin takes Isabel back to Droghollow and she sees Dominic again that Isabel realizes who Griffin is, although she still doesn’t know why she was kidnapped.
The reason Griffin agreed to do Dominic’s dirty work: Dominic has promised Griffin money to go away and have his own life. What Griffin doesn’t know is that Dominic has no plans to 1. Pay Griffin, and 2. Let him leave Droghollow alive.
Once Griff realizes he’s being played, he makes a plan to take Isabel and take her to Montborne. The plan almost works; Griff gets himself and Isabel off Dominic’s land, but Isabel brains him and tries to escape. This freedom is short-lived, as Griff finds her. It may be even more short-lived, as Dominic is now aware that Griff and Isabel are gone, and he has put a price on both of their heads.
As they travel to Montborne, Griff and Isabel start to fall in love with each other, but both fight their attraction. Griff, a man without a home, who doesn’t know who he truly is. Isabel, a woman betrothed to another, bound by honor, who has reasons for marriage to a man she’s never met, one of which is saving her younger sister, Maura, age 8. Both with bounties on their heads by Dominic, whose men are now aware of their traveled path and are getting closer to them.
When Isabel agrees to go with a priest, Father Aldon, to Montborne instead of with Griffin, they argue, which culminates in Griffin stalking off and leaving Isabel to go with Father Aldon. What Isabel doesn’t know is Father Aldon has no plans to take her to Montborne; he’s instead taking her to another of King Richard’s cronies, Prince John of Lackland.
Griffin becomes aware of this fact before Isabel is, as he is captured but manages to escape his captivity. As he tries to rescue Isabel from her captors, she is shot and wounded with an arrow meant for Griffin.
Isabel’s wound becomes infected and Griffin has to take her to a monastery to hopefully get help. She is helped by the monks and recovers. However, that fact also brings them closer to the fact that Griffin has to let Isabel go to Montborne.
That, however, is easier said than done, and Isabel and Griffin nearly consummate their relationship before finally making love twice. Now, they have more problems to deal with when Sebastian, Earl of Montborne, arrives at the monastery to take Isabel as his bride. Isabel doesn’t know that Montborne arrived because Griffin sent him a message; Griffin is trying to do the right, honorable thing, even though he knows in his heart that both he and Isabel will be devastated beyond belief by that action. Griffin is later arrested by Montborne’s guards and taken to Montborne’s castle to stand trial.
When they arrive at Montborne, Sebastian deduces that Isabel and Griffin are in love, and questions Griffin about it; he doesn’t deny it but also is willing to leave Isabel with Montborne because of his honor and the fact that he loves her. Then, a shocking twist in the tail. Sebastian’s mother, Lady Joanna Montborne, finds the amulet that Griffin gave to Isabel and that sets off a chain of events that leads to Griffin being released from prison and not being charged with any crime.
Shortly after being released and learning the stunning revelation, Griffin leaves Montborne and heads back to Droghollow; his goal, to confront and kill Dominic for his treachery. Griffin asks Sebastian to marry Isabel in the event that he doesn’t return. Later, a wedding takes place. The wedding is not of Isabel and Sebastian, but of Isabel and Griffin. And they bring Maura to live with them and they have their Happily Ever After. Why did Sebastian give up Isabel to Griffin? Did Griffin kill Dominic? For the answers to these questions, you’ll have to read the book.
There is absolutely nothing bad to say about this book. The romance is exquisite, the characters are fully developed and their emotional depth is so deep, that I felt as though I was looking at actual lives as opposed to reading a book.
Sex: Two love scenes; the first, as mentioned Griffin and Isabel nearly consummate their love, and then they later do. Both scenes are spectacular; not erotica, but lovely and beautiful.
Violence: In addition to Isabel’s being shot with an arrow intended for Griffin, there are other incidents of violence. Both humans and animals are killed in the book; the violence is not overly graphic.
Bottom Line: For anyone who love historical or medieval romance, “White Lion’s Lady” is an absolute keeper. I highly recommend it.
The Story: The book begins in 1179 with the heroine of the book, Isabel de Lamere, age 8 at the beginning, running in tears from a party after being made fun of. Isabel-or Izzy as she is known then-goes into the woods, gets lost and is attacked by a wild boar. She is saved by Griffin of Droghallow, the hero of the book, who kills the boar, and Izzy falls in love with him.
Fast-forward 10 years. Isabel, now 18, has been summoned from the convent she was sent to after her father was tried and executed as a traitor to the Crown and her mother was exiled to her native France, ordered by the King, Richard of Plantagenet, to marry Sebastian of Montborne, a man she has never met. And she may not, because, unbeknownst to her, Isabel is slated to be kidnapped by Griffin by order of his foster brother, Dominic of Droghallow. The reason for the abduction: The Earl of Montborne is a hated rival of Dominic’s. It is only when Griffin takes Isabel back to Droghollow and she sees Dominic again that Isabel realizes who Griffin is, although she still doesn’t know why she was kidnapped.
The reason Griffin agreed to do Dominic’s dirty work: Dominic has promised Griffin money to go away and have his own life. What Griffin doesn’t know is that Dominic has no plans to 1. Pay Griffin, and 2. Let him leave Droghollow alive.
Once Griff realizes he’s being played, he makes a plan to take Isabel and take her to Montborne. The plan almost works; Griff gets himself and Isabel off Dominic’s land, but Isabel brains him and tries to escape. This freedom is short-lived, as Griff finds her. It may be even more short-lived, as Dominic is now aware that Griff and Isabel are gone, and he has put a price on both of their heads.
As they travel to Montborne, Griff and Isabel start to fall in love with each other, but both fight their attraction. Griff, a man without a home, who doesn’t know who he truly is. Isabel, a woman betrothed to another, bound by honor, who has reasons for marriage to a man she’s never met, one of which is saving her younger sister, Maura, age 8. Both with bounties on their heads by Dominic, whose men are now aware of their traveled path and are getting closer to them.
When Isabel agrees to go with a priest, Father Aldon, to Montborne instead of with Griffin, they argue, which culminates in Griffin stalking off and leaving Isabel to go with Father Aldon. What Isabel doesn’t know is Father Aldon has no plans to take her to Montborne; he’s instead taking her to another of King Richard’s cronies, Prince John of Lackland.
Griffin becomes aware of this fact before Isabel is, as he is captured but manages to escape his captivity. As he tries to rescue Isabel from her captors, she is shot and wounded with an arrow meant for Griffin.
Isabel’s wound becomes infected and Griffin has to take her to a monastery to hopefully get help. She is helped by the monks and recovers. However, that fact also brings them closer to the fact that Griffin has to let Isabel go to Montborne.
That, however, is easier said than done, and Isabel and Griffin nearly consummate their relationship before finally making love twice. Now, they have more problems to deal with when Sebastian, Earl of Montborne, arrives at the monastery to take Isabel as his bride. Isabel doesn’t know that Montborne arrived because Griffin sent him a message; Griffin is trying to do the right, honorable thing, even though he knows in his heart that both he and Isabel will be devastated beyond belief by that action. Griffin is later arrested by Montborne’s guards and taken to Montborne’s castle to stand trial.
When they arrive at Montborne, Sebastian deduces that Isabel and Griffin are in love, and questions Griffin about it; he doesn’t deny it but also is willing to leave Isabel with Montborne because of his honor and the fact that he loves her. Then, a shocking twist in the tail. Sebastian’s mother, Lady Joanna Montborne, finds the amulet that Griffin gave to Isabel and that sets off a chain of events that leads to Griffin being released from prison and not being charged with any crime.
Shortly after being released and learning the stunning revelation, Griffin leaves Montborne and heads back to Droghollow; his goal, to confront and kill Dominic for his treachery. Griffin asks Sebastian to marry Isabel in the event that he doesn’t return. Later, a wedding takes place. The wedding is not of Isabel and Sebastian, but of Isabel and Griffin. And they bring Maura to live with them and they have their Happily Ever After. Why did Sebastian give up Isabel to Griffin? Did Griffin kill Dominic? For the answers to these questions, you’ll have to read the book.
There is absolutely nothing bad to say about this book. The romance is exquisite, the characters are fully developed and their emotional depth is so deep, that I felt as though I was looking at actual lives as opposed to reading a book.
Sex: Two love scenes; the first, as mentioned Griffin and Isabel nearly consummate their love, and then they later do. Both scenes are spectacular; not erotica, but lovely and beautiful.
Violence: In addition to Isabel’s being shot with an arrow intended for Griffin, there are other incidents of violence. Both humans and animals are killed in the book; the violence is not overly graphic.
Bottom Line: For anyone who love historical or medieval romance, “White Lion’s Lady” is an absolute keeper. I highly recommend it.
August 23, 2021
Every cliché rolled into one romance book, and I mean EVERY cliche. However, I just wanted something fast paced that required very little use of my little Grey cells. And it required that.
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October 11, 2014
Fairly predictable... I swear, romance novels are pretty much all the same anymore. Same story, different author. It's kind of disheartening, actually.
For once, I wish that the heroine wasn't such a damsel, for once I wish our Lord wasn't an arrogant ass, for once I wish that the storyline wasn't so predictable that you can see the HEA already playing out after the first few chapters... for once, I wish romance novels could get it right...
Where is the passion, the fire, the chemistry?!?! Where is the fiery sex & the world breaking love? WHERE IS THE ROMANCE???
Maybe it's me. I'm sorry, but I love a good sex scene. I want to read about passion so great that I have to go find my hubby when I'm done.
Can I help it if when I read a romance novel I want the story to make me hopeful? Isn't that why we read them? So that when we're finished, we sit back a little breathless and hopeful, because we want that kind of love... I mean, what's the point if by the end of the story you're not sitting there wishing you were one of those characters...
So, I guess what I'm trying to say is, this book was ok. I gave it 3 Stars because I am a fan of the author... and because I'm a sucker for childhood sweethearts.
For once, I wish that the heroine wasn't such a damsel, for once I wish our Lord wasn't an arrogant ass, for once I wish that the storyline wasn't so predictable that you can see the HEA already playing out after the first few chapters... for once, I wish romance novels could get it right...
Where is the passion, the fire, the chemistry?!?! Where is the fiery sex & the world breaking love? WHERE IS THE ROMANCE???
Maybe it's me. I'm sorry, but I love a good sex scene. I want to read about passion so great that I have to go find my hubby when I'm done.
Can I help it if when I read a romance novel I want the story to make me hopeful? Isn't that why we read them? So that when we're finished, we sit back a little breathless and hopeful, because we want that kind of love... I mean, what's the point if by the end of the story you're not sitting there wishing you were one of those characters...
So, I guess what I'm trying to say is, this book was ok. I gave it 3 Stars because I am a fan of the author... and because I'm a sucker for childhood sweethearts.
December 30, 2013
I am so not a fan of historical romances but this has changed my mind about the genre, at least where this author is concerned. I may even try others. :) This was a great read with characters I could feel down to my toes and in my heart. The settings were so vivid that I could see them in my mind, which is a wonderful experience when you can become that immersed in a book. This grabbed me and refused to let me put it down without a fight as I moved from chapter to chapter wanting to find out just one more thing before putting it down for the night.
Isabel de Lamere(Izzy) meets the person who will fire her young imagination and heart when she is eight years old and finds herself lost in the forest. To her rescue comes Griffin of Droghallow, a boy who has dreams of someday becoming a great and honorable knight. They are in each others company for only a short time, but for Isabel it is long enough to form an attachment for the foster son of the Earl and to keep something dear to him for ten years in the hope that one day she can return it.
Ten years later and Isabel has had a hard life to contend with, she is the ward of the King and has been given in marriage to a man she has never met. This character is strong, confused, and knows her duty. I liked her because of all those traits but also because she could change and follow more than just the rules she had set for herself. She was also naive, but that was to be expected for the time period, she had been sheltered and really knew nothing of the world. Griffin on the other hand had seen to much of the world and had changed a great deal from that bright eyed boy. His life took a dark turn and all he wants is to start fresh. When they meet again it is not a sweet reunion but one they will never forget.
This was an exciting story with sword fights, court intrigue, betrayal, romance, and some nice love scenes. It was both heart wrenching and pulse pounding in equal measures. I cried, laughed, and cheered. Great ending, just want I wanted and needed! I cannot wait to read the next in the series.
Isabel de Lamere(Izzy) meets the person who will fire her young imagination and heart when she is eight years old and finds herself lost in the forest. To her rescue comes Griffin of Droghallow, a boy who has dreams of someday becoming a great and honorable knight. They are in each others company for only a short time, but for Isabel it is long enough to form an attachment for the foster son of the Earl and to keep something dear to him for ten years in the hope that one day she can return it.
Ten years later and Isabel has had a hard life to contend with, she is the ward of the King and has been given in marriage to a man she has never met. This character is strong, confused, and knows her duty. I liked her because of all those traits but also because she could change and follow more than just the rules she had set for herself. She was also naive, but that was to be expected for the time period, she had been sheltered and really knew nothing of the world. Griffin on the other hand had seen to much of the world and had changed a great deal from that bright eyed boy. His life took a dark turn and all he wants is to start fresh. When they meet again it is not a sweet reunion but one they will never forget.
This was an exciting story with sword fights, court intrigue, betrayal, romance, and some nice love scenes. It was both heart wrenching and pulse pounding in equal measures. I cried, laughed, and cheered. Great ending, just want I wanted and needed! I cannot wait to read the next in the series.
May 28, 2012
This one is a 4.5 all the way. I gave it a five because in my mind between a 4 and 5, it's closer to 5. And the current rating needs a boost so that others will give it a shot. I am currently going through the library of Tina St. John, and I think this is one of her best. Great, great story. Characters were full and robust, story line hooked me in the first chapter. This has a tinge of old time swashbuckling and heartfelt romance. Secondary characters, while not emphasized much, were full and solid as well. The writing done at a pace that kept me turning pages but still gave me enough detail and emotion to have that mental movie playing in my head. I would absolutely recommend to any one wishing to read well written historical/medieval romance. I personally think St. John's (Adrian's) earlier books are wonderful, written with intelligence, warmth and image provoking articulation. Hidden treasures that I am so very glad were brought to the digital world.
October 21, 2007
White Lion's Lady - G+
St. John, Tina
Eighteen year old Isabel de Lamere, ward to the Crown, is on her way to her betrothed, Sebastian Montborne (who you will read about in BLACK LION'S BRIDE). On her way to the Montborne's she is abducted by Griffin, the White Lion. She does not realize at first that this is the man who she met first as a boy, the boy whose medallion she carries everywhere she goes. The boy she remembers represents honor and chivalry.
Unfortunately Griffin has become a hardened man, made to carry out tasks that are distasteful and each day wear at his soul. His evil step-brother now sets him out on the task of kidnapping Isabel. Upon returning Isabel to his step-brother, and being denied the bounty promised him, Griffin and Isabel escape and continue on to her betrothed. During this time, they fall into a forbidden love.
St. John, Tina
Eighteen year old Isabel de Lamere, ward to the Crown, is on her way to her betrothed, Sebastian Montborne (who you will read about in BLACK LION'S BRIDE). On her way to the Montborne's she is abducted by Griffin, the White Lion. She does not realize at first that this is the man who she met first as a boy, the boy whose medallion she carries everywhere she goes. The boy she remembers represents honor and chivalry.
Unfortunately Griffin has become a hardened man, made to carry out tasks that are distasteful and each day wear at his soul. His evil step-brother now sets him out on the task of kidnapping Isabel. Upon returning Isabel to his step-brother, and being denied the bounty promised him, Griffin and Isabel escape and continue on to her betrothed. During this time, they fall into a forbidden love.
August 5, 2012
As a huge fan of Lara Adrian's Midnight Breed Series, and of historical romance, I couldn't resist reading this book. As mostly everyone knows, Tina St. John is Lara Adrian's psysdeoname (sp?), and the name under which she writes historical romance. As with her Dragon Chalice Series, I quickly found myself drawn into this book, the story, and it's characters. Overall, I found the story well written, fast paced, w/ some suspense and humor thrown in. I truly enjoyed it, and couldn't help rooting for Isabel and Griffin. I can't wait to read the second book in this series. I would so recommend this book to fans of historical romance!
August 6, 2016
This is a story of Griff who saved Isabel from harm when she was young, and her hero was a young lanky boy. Griff was raised by the family at Droghallow and treated like their son. Having read all the midnight breed stories by Lara Adrian, her writing of historical romance as Tina St. John was like reading Johanna Lindsey books which I have read every one of them.
You would not be disappointed in reading this book. Tina did a great job with these characters.
I have had the great pleasure of meeting Lara Adrian and she is a wonderful person who takes the time to talk to her fans, as most authors do.
Enjoy!
You would not be disappointed in reading this book. Tina did a great job with these characters.
I have had the great pleasure of meeting Lara Adrian and she is a wonderful person who takes the time to talk to her fans, as most authors do.
Enjoy!
October 26, 2013
The historical romances always have the same base. Rarely, this kind of book has something completly different. Hence, the view of the story read to be very personal. Or you like this genre, or you have a poor idea of it.
I recently discovered that I'm very captivated with these love stories. The love story isn't different from others in the genre. The author makes a good description of medieval times. The justification for the adoption of Griffin, was very well thought out and credible.
I recently discovered that I'm very captivated with these love stories. The love story isn't different from others in the genre. The author makes a good description of medieval times. The justification for the adoption of Griffin, was very well thought out and credible.
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April 18, 2015A pleasant surprise.
I never heard of this author until her book was a recommendation and free. I decided to read. Hey I love historical romances plus the cover. I was swept in from the very beginning of reading this book. It was actuality like I was Isobel. I went through all of the emotions. I can't wait to read the next book of this series.
I never heard of this author until her book was a recommendation and free. I decided to read. Hey I love historical romances plus the cover. I was swept in from the very beginning of reading this book. It was actuality like I was Isobel. I went through all of the emotions. I can't wait to read the next book of this series.
March 1, 2017
Lara or Tina you are an amazing writer
Enjoyable and the characters were very engaging, I look forward to reading more from this trilogy and would recommend this to anyone that loves historical romances. Thank you Lara for getting me started on these. I look forward to the others.
Enjoyable and the characters were very engaging, I look forward to reading more from this trilogy and would recommend this to anyone that loves historical romances. Thank you Lara for getting me started on these. I look forward to the others.
November 16, 2015
This one comes under my "nice" category - pleasant, easy read, sweet romance, totally predictable and not highly memorable.
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October 13, 2019
WOW! I was GLUED to my seat this whole read, it felt like a Romantic Suspense novel! I had things to do yesterday but all I actually did was read this WHOLE novel in ONE sitting. Well, it was WORTH IT, that's for sure!
There are a lot of open questions in this one. What's the right thing to do? What's the "Honorable" thing to do. Is there an absolute "Right" and "Wrong"? Is being selfish and going after your heart CAN be the wrong thing to do? Both Isabel and Griffin are caught up on these questions. They want each other but there are so many conflicting issues and real dangers..
When Isabel de Lamere was a little girl, she got lost in the forest chasing a butterfly. Lucky her just when an angry bear found her, a boy saved her life. For young Izzy it was the most valor act of heroism she has ever witnessed and never forgotten. After spying Griffin's White Lion medallion near her feet right when he left, she cherished it, wearing it all times, hoping one day they meet again and she would return his fortune, the only thing he had on him when he was left by the Droghallow Estate.
It's been 10 years since that day and a lot of changed for both of them. After Isabel's father is found guilty of treason she and her little sister are separated to live in convents. Now at 18 she is to be married to the Lord of Montborne as a sort of gift from the king. Though she doesn't know anything about her future husband she hopes he will be kind enough to allow her to reunite with her sister, raising her at his estate. She is willing to do her duty, whatever it takes, to keep her vow to her little sister Maura.
Sir Griffin of Droghallow isn't the valor knight little Izzy predicted he would become. Not after his stepfather died leaving in his place the cruel and power hungry Dominic of Droghallow. He would have left a long time ago, but his own vow to Dom's father - the man who raised him as his own - was to keep an eye on his rebellious son. Staying by Dom's side has changed him - corrupted him - and now a broken heartless man he promises himself he'll do this one last job for his step-brother, take the money he is due and leave.
That last job is kidnapping the lady to marry the lord of Montborne. When Griffin and his men capture her and he realizes he actually has (not so little) Izzy in his hands he is conflicted, especially when he realizes the plot isn't to just ransom her back to her future husband but a FAR more cruel fate awaits her if she stays in Dom's hands. Trying to make the best of the situation he abducts her yet again, this time to take her himself to the Lord of Montborne, hoping to get from him enough money to start a new life.
Things don't work out as expected for both of them. While Griffin seems like a totally different person from the boy she remembered Isabel still holds in her heart an affection for her "White Lion" who saved her life so long ago and gave her a belief in honor and nobility. It's hard to look at everything he is doing for her and not see there is more to it than just a sack of gold. Especially when she looks into his eyes and sees in them emotions he has long ago stopped expressing.
Griffin is lost in Isabel's good heart, her quick tongue and bold and heroic behavior. It seems the medallion she has kept all of these year entrusted her with all the ideals he used to believe in. Now that the medallion is back on his neck and with Isabel by his side, tempting him physically yet so much more, he starts to question his resolve, looking back at his miserable life, the horrible things he did and consider his future.
After an horrendous journey together, being chased by Dom's men as well as Prince John (King's Richard's brother who tries to take his thrown from him while he is away fighting in the Holy Land) delivering Isabel to the Lord of Montborne is the last thing he wants to do. If he could have Isabel by his side always.. But he can't promise her anything so he would rather give her to another in a hope for an actual future than do the selfish thing of keeping her by his side.
Yet while doing "the right thing" breaks Isabel's heart, it also manages to expose the truth about Griffin's identity at last. His true identity changes everything and from there they both find 2 allays to help them put an end to their pursuit as well as an option of a life together.
OUTSTANDING! A real page turner! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
I'm almost scared to start the next one in the series of Sebastian of Montborne. Who knows if I'll be able to do ANYTHING until it's done and finished. I can't believe I've waited YEARS to read these books by Lara and also can't believe she isn't writing this genre anymore. Truly a shame because I'm totally and absolutely HOOKED!
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There are a lot of open questions in this one. What's the right thing to do? What's the "Honorable" thing to do. Is there an absolute "Right" and "Wrong"? Is being selfish and going after your heart CAN be the wrong thing to do? Both Isabel and Griffin are caught up on these questions. They want each other but there are so many conflicting issues and real dangers..
When Isabel de Lamere was a little girl, she got lost in the forest chasing a butterfly. Lucky her just when an angry bear found her, a boy saved her life. For young Izzy it was the most valor act of heroism she has ever witnessed and never forgotten. After spying Griffin's White Lion medallion near her feet right when he left, she cherished it, wearing it all times, hoping one day they meet again and she would return his fortune, the only thing he had on him when he was left by the Droghallow Estate.
It's been 10 years since that day and a lot of changed for both of them. After Isabel's father is found guilty of treason she and her little sister are separated to live in convents. Now at 18 she is to be married to the Lord of Montborne as a sort of gift from the king. Though she doesn't know anything about her future husband she hopes he will be kind enough to allow her to reunite with her sister, raising her at his estate. She is willing to do her duty, whatever it takes, to keep her vow to her little sister Maura.
Sir Griffin of Droghallow isn't the valor knight little Izzy predicted he would become. Not after his stepfather died leaving in his place the cruel and power hungry Dominic of Droghallow. He would have left a long time ago, but his own vow to Dom's father - the man who raised him as his own - was to keep an eye on his rebellious son. Staying by Dom's side has changed him - corrupted him - and now a broken heartless man he promises himself he'll do this one last job for his step-brother, take the money he is due and leave.
That last job is kidnapping the lady to marry the lord of Montborne. When Griffin and his men capture her and he realizes he actually has (not so little) Izzy in his hands he is conflicted, especially when he realizes the plot isn't to just ransom her back to her future husband but a FAR more cruel fate awaits her if she stays in Dom's hands. Trying to make the best of the situation he abducts her yet again, this time to take her himself to the Lord of Montborne, hoping to get from him enough money to start a new life.
Things don't work out as expected for both of them. While Griffin seems like a totally different person from the boy she remembered Isabel still holds in her heart an affection for her "White Lion" who saved her life so long ago and gave her a belief in honor and nobility. It's hard to look at everything he is doing for her and not see there is more to it than just a sack of gold. Especially when she looks into his eyes and sees in them emotions he has long ago stopped expressing.
Griffin is lost in Isabel's good heart, her quick tongue and bold and heroic behavior. It seems the medallion she has kept all of these year entrusted her with all the ideals he used to believe in. Now that the medallion is back on his neck and with Isabel by his side, tempting him physically yet so much more, he starts to question his resolve, looking back at his miserable life, the horrible things he did and consider his future.
After an horrendous journey together, being chased by Dom's men as well as Prince John (King's Richard's brother who tries to take his thrown from him while he is away fighting in the Holy Land) delivering Isabel to the Lord of Montborne is the last thing he wants to do. If he could have Isabel by his side always.. But he can't promise her anything so he would rather give her to another in a hope for an actual future than do the selfish thing of keeping her by his side.
Yet while doing "the right thing" breaks Isabel's heart, it also manages to expose the truth about Griffin's identity at last. His true identity changes everything and from there they both find 2 allays to help them put an end to their pursuit as well as an option of a life together.
OUTSTANDING! A real page turner! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
I'm almost scared to start the next one in the series of Sebastian of Montborne. Who knows if I'll be able to do ANYTHING until it's done and finished. I can't believe I've waited YEARS to read these books by Lara and also can't believe she isn't writing this genre anymore. Truly a shame because I'm totally and absolutely HOOKED!
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